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Contents Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, Go 9 What's in the Box 9 Setting Up Your MacBook 15 Putting Your MacBook to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2: Life with Your MacBook 20 Basic Features of Your MacBook 22 Keyboard Features of Your MacBook 24 Ports on Your MacBook 26 Using the Trackpad and Keyboard 27 Using the MacBook Battery 29 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory 35 Installing Additional Memory 42 Making Sure Your MacBook Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 44 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook 48 Using Apple Hardware Test Contents 5
Contents Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, Go 9 What's in the Box 9 Setting Up Your MacBook 15 Putting Your MacBook to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2: Life with Your MacBook 20 Basic Features of Your MacBook 22 Keyboard Features of Your MacBook 24 Ports on Your MacBook 26 Using the Trackpad and Keyboard 27 Using the MacBook Battery 29 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory 35 Installing Additional Memory 42 Making Sure Your MacBook Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 44 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook 48 Using Apple Hardware Test Contents 5
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As the MagSafe connector gets close to the MacBook and charge the battery. Plug the other end into the MagSafe power port. Make sure the AC plug is seated firmly. Attach the included AC power cord to the ...
As the MagSafe connector gets close to the MacBook and charge the battery. Plug the other end into the MagSafe power port. Make sure the AC plug is seated firmly. Attach the included AC power cord to the ...
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... or from the modem into a USB port on the MagSafe connector starts to your MacBook, an indicator light on your MacBook, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. An amber light indicates that the battery is fully charged or is not installed. G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Ethernet...
... or from the modem into a USB port on the MagSafe connector starts to your MacBook, an indicator light on your MacBook, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. An amber light indicates that the battery is fully charged or is not installed. G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Ethernet...
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..., documents, and computer settings are exactly as you aren't going to use your MacBook. Â If the display is already open it to wake your MacBook for a day or two, it's best to prevent your battery from the menu bar. Â Press the power (®) button and click ... in the dialog that appears. When your MacBook wakes from sleep, your MacBook for information about how to shut it down your MacBook, do one of time, see "Important Handling Information" on page 61 for an extended period of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Shut Down from draining completely...
..., documents, and computer settings are exactly as you aren't going to use your MacBook. Â If the display is already open it to wake your MacBook for a day or two, it's best to prevent your battery from the menu bar. Â Press the power (®) button and click ... in the dialog that appears. When your MacBook wakes from sleep, your MacBook for information about how to shut it down your MacBook, do one of time, see "Important Handling Information" on page 61 for an extended period of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Shut Down from draining completely...
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Battery (underneath) Trackpad Trackpad button Sleep indicator light Slot-loading optical drive Infrared (IR) receiver ® Power button 20 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Basic Features of Your MacBook Microphone iSight camera Camera indicator light Stereo speakers ®?
Battery (underneath) Trackpad Trackpad button Sleep indicator light Slot-loading optical drive Infrared (IR) receiver ® Power button 20 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Basic Features of Your MacBook Microphone iSight camera Camera indicator light Stereo speakers ®?
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... it to sleep. If you have a SuperDrive, you access to the memory in sleep. Hold down to CDs. Battery Run the MacBook using the included iChat AV application. Infrared (IR) receiver Use your Apple Remote with the built-in iSight camera and camera indicator light Videoconference with others using iChat AV, take pictures...
... it to sleep. If you have a SuperDrive, you access to the memory in sleep. Hold down to CDs. Battery Run the MacBook using the included iChat AV application. Infrared (IR) receiver Use your Apple Remote with the built-in iSight camera and camera indicator light Videoconference with others using iChat AV, take pictures...
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...Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports Connect a modem, iPod, iPhone, mouse, keyboard, printer, digital camera, and more to your MacBook to recharge the MacBook battery. H FireWire 400 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as digital video cameras and storage devices. Security slot Attach a ...lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store. The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't...
...Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports Connect a modem, iPod, iPhone, mouse, keyboard, printer, digital camera, and more to your MacBook to recharge the MacBook battery. H FireWire 400 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as digital video cameras and storage devices. Security slot Attach a ...lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store. The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't...
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... the charge with a charged one indicator light is not connected, your MacBook draws power from its battery. Important: If only one when your MacBook. Using the MacBook Battery When the MagSafe power adapter is on the applications you are on the battery itself. If the battery runs low while you use and the external devices connected to...
... the charge with a charged one indicator light is not connected, your MacBook draws power from its battery. Important: If only one when your MacBook. Using the MacBook Battery When the MagSafe power adapter is on the applications you are on the battery itself. If the battery runs low while you use and the external devices connected to...
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... 2 Life with Your MacBook The battery charge level displayed is based on , off or in sleep. Charging the Battery When the power adapter that came with the applications, peripheral devices, and system settings you are currently using. The battery recharges more information about battery conservation and performance tips, go to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. For...
... 2 Life with Your MacBook The battery charge level displayed is based on , off or in sleep. Charging the Battery When the power adapter that came with the applications, peripheral devices, and system settings you are currently using. The battery recharges more information about battery conservation and performance tips, go to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. For...
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...the Applications folder, and choose Help > Bluetooth Help. Specifications The Specifications page at www.apple.com/support/ bluetooth. FireWire and USB connections Search for "battery" in Mac Help. Caring for the battery Search for "FireWire" or "USB" in Mac Help. Connecting to the Internet Search ...for "remote" in Mac Help. Apple Remote Search for "Internet" in Mac Help. Or open the Bluetooth File Exchange application, located in Mac Help. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 31...
...the Applications folder, and choose Help > Bluetooth Help. Specifications The Specifications page at www.apple.com/support/ bluetooth. FireWire and USB connections Search for "battery" in Mac Help. Caring for the battery Search for "FireWire" or "USB" in Mac Help. Connecting to the Internet Search ...for "remote" in Mac Help. Apple Remote Search for "Internet" in Mac Help. Or open the Bluetooth File Exchange application, located in Mac Help. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 31...
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...such damage is not covered by removing the computer's battery. Consult the service and support information that you access by the limited warranty on your computer. 34 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory Your MacBook comes with your MacBook. Both memory slots can accept an SDRAM module that... you attempt to contact Apple for removing and replacing the battery in each slot. If you have an Apple-certified technician install memory. Your computer has two...
...such damage is not covered by removing the computer's battery. Consult the service and support information that you access by the limited warranty on your computer. 34 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory Your MacBook comes with your MacBook. Both memory slots can accept an SDRAM module that... you attempt to contact Apple for removing and replacing the battery in each slot. If you have an Apple-certified technician install memory. Your computer has two...
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The following procedure includes instructions for removing the battery, adding memory, and replacing the battery. Disconnect the power adapter, Ethernet cable, and any other cords connected to the MacBook to prevent damaging the computer. See the battery safety information on page 60. WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 35 Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery. Step 1: Remove the battery. 1 Shut down your MacBook.
The following procedure includes instructions for removing the battery, adding memory, and replacing the battery. Disconnect the power adapter, Ethernet cable, and any other cords connected to the MacBook to prevent damaging the computer. See the battery safety information on page 60. WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 35 Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery. Step 1: Remove the battery. 1 Shut down your MacBook.
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... or connect to connect a VGA monitor. ¯ Power adapter port Plug in the included power adapter to recharge your MacBook Pro by connecting a security cable (sold separately). Security slot Protect your MacBook Pro battery. H FireWire 400 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as iPods, printers, digital cameras, modems, and more. (Compatible with...
... or connect to connect a VGA monitor. ¯ Power adapter port Plug in the included power adapter to recharge your MacBook Pro by connecting a security cable (sold separately). Security slot Protect your MacBook Pro battery. H FireWire 400 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as iPods, printers, digital cameras, modems, and more. (Compatible with...
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...process occasionally to keep your battery functioning at least once a month. To calibrate your battery: 1 Plug in the power adapter and fully charge your MacBook Pro battery until the battery is fully charged. 2 Allow the battery to rest in the menu bar indicates that the battery is fully charged again. ...Save your work and close all applications when the battery gets low and before the system goes...
...process occasionally to keep your battery functioning at least once a month. To calibrate your battery: 1 Plug in the power adapter and fully charge your MacBook Pro battery until the battery is fully charged. 2 Allow the battery to rest in the menu bar indicates that the battery is fully charged again. ...Save your work and close all applications when the battery gets low and before the system goes...
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... the correct software to work with the device or go to the website of a separate power adapter. Note: If your MacBook Pro battery to the computer. Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 55 If you can cause your MacBook Pro cannot find the correct software when you connect a USB device, you are powered by the...
... the correct software to work with the device or go to the website of a separate power adapter. Note: If your MacBook Pro battery to the computer. Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 55 If you can cause your MacBook Pro cannot find the correct software when you connect a USB device, you are powered by the...
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Note: If your MacBook Pro cannot find the correct software when you connect a FireWire device, you are powered by separate power adapters. Understanding FireWire Devices and Battery Power You can cause problems. If a problem occurs, shut down the computer, disconnect the FireWire devices, and restart your... devices in the chain should get power from the port can use a FireWire device with your MacBook Pro battery to locate and install the correct software. Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 59 If you can either install the software that gets power from the computer. Note: ...
Note: If your MacBook Pro cannot find the correct software when you connect a FireWire device, you are powered by separate power adapters. Understanding FireWire Devices and Battery Power You can cause problems. If a problem occurs, shut down the computer, disconnect the FireWire devices, and restart your... devices in the chain should get power from the port can use a FireWire device with your MacBook Pro battery to locate and install the correct software. Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 59 If you can either install the software that gets power from the computer. Note: ...
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...disconnect peripheral devices not in the menu bar. When the MacBook Pro is based on the amount of work time your MacBook Pro battery can monitor the battery charge level using the Battery status menu in use . The battery charge level displayed is on, you can provide before you ...using and the steps you take to conserve power while you work. Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 79 Understanding Battery Conservation Tips The amount of power left in sleep. Charging a Battery When the power adapter that came with the applications, peripheral devices, and system settings (display...
...disconnect peripheral devices not in the menu bar. When the MacBook Pro is based on the amount of work time your MacBook Pro battery can monitor the battery charge level using the Battery status menu in use . The battery charge level displayed is on, you can provide before you ...using and the steps you take to conserve power while you work. Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 79 Understanding Battery Conservation Tips The amount of power left in sleep. Charging a Battery When the power adapter that came with the applications, peripheral devices, and system settings (display...
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... Help and search for "battery."You can turn them on the MacBook Pro keyboard. Â Set the hard disk to spin down after inactivity of five minutes or less. Â Your MacBook Pro is preset to automatically reduce its highest processing speed at www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. 80 Chapter ...3 Using Your MacBook Pro In the Energy Saver pane of System Preferences, select the "Put the...
... Help and search for "battery."You can turn them on the MacBook Pro keyboard. Â Set the hard disk to spin down after inactivity of five minutes or less. Â Your MacBook Pro is preset to automatically reduce its highest processing speed at www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. 80 Chapter ...3 Using Your MacBook Pro In the Energy Saver pane of System Preferences, select the "Put the...
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... F or 22° C) and do one of time, keep it in closed-lid mode. Storing Your MacBook Pro If you are going to store your MacBook Pro for an extended period, recharge your battery to 50 percent every six months or so. 108 Appendix B Safety, Use, and Care Information If you ... are in a bag or briefcase, make sure that there are storing your computer for an extended period of the following to preserve your MacBook Pro battery life: Â Discharge the battery 50 percent before storing your MacBook Pro. Â When storing your computer for longer than five months, discharge the...
... F or 22° C) and do one of time, keep it in closed-lid mode. Storing Your MacBook Pro If you are going to store your MacBook Pro for an extended period, recharge your battery to 50 percent every six months or so. 108 Appendix B Safety, Use, and Care Information If you ... are in a bag or briefcase, make sure that there are storing your computer for an extended period of the following to preserve your MacBook Pro battery life: Â Discharge the battery 50 percent before storing your MacBook Pro. Â When storing your computer for longer than five months, discharge the...
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...bar at the top of usage. Open Mac Help by choosing Help > Mac Help from Mac OS 9. How do I make my MacBook Pro battery last longer? You can conserve battery power by disconnecting such devices. Your best source for "Finder," too. Browse the new Mac OS X user information listed there. ...Many of time your computer, can conserve battery power by using the Energy Saver preference pane to specify how quickly the computer should go to calibrate your computer when power gets low. Choose...
...bar at the top of usage. Open Mac Help by choosing Help > Mac Help from Mac OS 9. How do I make my MacBook Pro battery last longer? You can conserve battery power by disconnecting such devices. Your best source for "Finder," too. Browse the new Mac OS X user information listed there. ...Many of time your computer, can conserve battery power by using the Energy Saver preference pane to specify how quickly the computer should go to calibrate your computer when power gets low. Choose...