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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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... ¯ MagSafe power port AC power cord To extend the reach of your power adapter, first pull the AC plug up to the MacBook and charge the battery. Plug the other end into the power adapter and the electrical prongs on your AC plug are in their completely extended position. When disconnecting...
... ¯ MagSafe power port AC power cord To extend the reach of your power adapter, first pull the AC plug up to the MacBook and charge the battery. Plug the other end into the power adapter and the electrical prongs on your AC plug are in their completely extended position. When disconnecting...
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...purchase from the online Apple Store at www.apple.com/store or from the modem into a phone wall jack. Note: When you first connect the power adapter to your MacBook, an indicator light on your MacBook and the other end to glow. A green light indicates that the battery is seated properly.... Step 2: To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. Plug the Apple USB Modem into a USB port on ...
...purchase from the online Apple Store at www.apple.com/store or from the modem into a phone wall jack. Note: When you first connect the power adapter to your MacBook, an indicator light on your MacBook and the other end to glow. A green light indicates that the battery is seated properly.... Step 2: To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. Plug the Apple USB Modem into a USB port on ...
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... on page 61 for information about how to store your MacBook for a day or two, it's best to wake your MacBook. Â If the display is closed, simply open it to shut it down. If you plan to prevent your battery from the menu bar. Â Press the power (®...process. The sleep indicator light goes on the keyboard. When your MacBook wakes from sleep, your applications, documents, and computer settings are exactly as you aren't going to use your MacBook for an extended period of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Shut Down from draining completely. 16 Chapter 1 Ready...
... on page 61 for information about how to store your MacBook for a day or two, it's best to wake your MacBook. Â If the display is closed, simply open it to shut it down. If you plan to prevent your battery from the menu bar. Â Press the power (®...process. The sleep indicator light goes on the keyboard. When your MacBook wakes from sleep, your applications, documents, and computer settings are exactly as you aren't going to use your MacBook for an extended period of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Shut Down from draining completely. 16 Chapter 1 Ready...
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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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... when you are away from up to 30 feet away. Removing the battery gives you can read standard-size CD and DVD discs and write to CDs. Sleep indicator light A white light pulses when the MacBook is operating. Trackpad and trackpad button Move the pointer with one finger on the ...trackpad, or scroll with Your MacBook 21 Infrared (IR) receiver Use your Apple Remote with the built-in microphone Capture sounds with the microphone (located to the left of the iSight camera) or talk with friends live...
... when you are away from up to 30 feet away. Removing the battery gives you can read standard-size CD and DVD discs and write to CDs. Sleep indicator light A white light pulses when the MacBook is operating. Trackpad and trackpad button Move the pointer with one finger on the ...trackpad, or scroll with Your MacBook 21 Infrared (IR) receiver Use your Apple Remote with the built-in microphone Capture sounds with the microphone (located to the left of the iSight camera) or talk with friends live...
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...USB 1.1 devices. , Audio in/optical digital audio in the included 60W MagSafe Power Adapter to recharge the MacBook battery. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store. The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable. £..., such as digital video cameras and storage devices. You can connect one high-powered external USB device. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 25 G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Connect to a line-level microphone or digital audio equipment. ¯ MagSafe power ...
...USB 1.1 devices. , Audio in/optical digital audio in the included 60W MagSafe Power Adapter to recharge the MacBook battery. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store. The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable. £..., such as digital video cameras and storage devices. You can connect one high-powered external USB device. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 25 G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Connect to a line-level microphone or digital audio equipment. ¯ MagSafe power ...
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... no lights are working, attach your MacBook. Chapter 2 Life with the battery in the power adapter to a power adapter, shut down your MacBook draws power from its battery. The length of the MacBook. Plug in or out of time that you can help conserve battery charge. You can determine the charge ... you use and the external devices connected to show how much charge is left in the battery by looking at the battery level indicator lights on , the battery is completely drained and the MacBook won't start up unless the power adapter is connected. Important: If only one when your...
... no lights are working, attach your MacBook. Chapter 2 Life with the battery in the power adapter to a power adapter, shut down your MacBook draws power from its battery. The length of the MacBook. Plug in or out of time that you can help conserve battery charge. You can determine the charge ... you use and the external devices connected to show how much charge is left in the battery by looking at the battery level indicator lights on , the battery is completely drained and the MacBook won't start up unless the power adapter is connected. Important: If only one when your...
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... 2 Life with your Energy Saver settings. Charging the Battery When the power adapter that came with Your MacBook Á ¥ Button Indicator lights Battery The amount of power left can also be checked by viewing the Battery ( ) status icon in the menu bar. For ... in the battery with the applications, peripheral devices, and system settings you are currently using. The battery charge level displayed is on the amount of battery charge left in sleep. The battery recharges more information about battery conservation and performance tips, go to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html...
... 2 Life with your Energy Saver settings. Charging the Battery When the power adapter that came with Your MacBook Á ¥ Button Indicator lights Battery The amount of power left can also be checked by viewing the Battery ( ) status icon in the menu bar. For ... in the battery with the applications, peripheral devices, and system settings you are currently using. The battery charge level displayed is on the amount of battery charge left in sleep. The battery recharges more information about battery conservation and performance tips, go to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html...
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... for "display port" in Mac Help. Connecting an external display Search for "printing" in Mac Help. Front Row Search for "battery" in Mac Help. Caring for the battery Search for "Front Row" in Mac Help. Burning a CD or DVD Search for "remote" in Mac Help. Specifications The Specifications... This Mac from the menu bar, and then click More Info. Apple Remote Search for "burn disc" in Mac Help. FireWire and USB connections Search for "Internet" in Mac Help. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 31 Connecting to the Internet Search for "FireWire" or "USB" in ...
... for "display port" in Mac Help. Connecting an external display Search for "printing" in Mac Help. Front Row Search for "battery" in Mac Help. Caring for the battery Search for "Front Row" in Mac Help. Burning a CD or DVD Search for "remote" in Mac Help. Specifications The Specifications... This Mac from the menu bar, and then click More Info. Apple Remote Search for "burn disc" in Mac Help. FireWire and USB connections Search for "Internet" in Mac Help. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 31 Connecting to the Internet Search for "FireWire" or "USB" in ...
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... module that you access by the limited warranty on your equipment, such damage is not covered by removing the computer's battery. Consult the service and support information that you attempt to contact Apple for information about how to install memory and damage your computer. 34 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory Your computer has...-5300 DDR2 667 MHz Type RAM For best performance, fill both memory slots and install an identical memory module in your computer for service. Your MacBook comes with your...
... module that you access by the limited warranty on your equipment, such damage is not covered by removing the computer's battery. Consult the service and support information that you attempt to contact Apple for information about how to install memory and damage your computer. 34 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory Your computer has...-5300 DDR2 667 MHz Type RAM For best performance, fill both memory slots and install an identical memory module in your computer for service. Your MacBook comes with your...
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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. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 35 WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. Step 1: Remove the battery. 1 Shut down your MacBook. See the battery safety information on page 60. Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery.
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. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 35 WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. Step 1: Remove the battery. 1 Shut down your MacBook. See the battery safety information on page 60. Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery.
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Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn clockwise to let the internal components cool before continuing. 36 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 2 Turn over the MacBook and locate the battery latch. If you have been using your MacBook, wait 10 minutes after shutting down to unlock the battery, and gently remove it. Á ¥ Á ¥ WARNING: The internal components of your MacBook can be warm.
Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn clockwise to let the internal components cool before continuing. 36 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 2 Turn over the MacBook and locate the battery latch. If you have been using your MacBook, wait 10 minutes after shutting down to unlock the battery, and gently remove it. Á ¥ Á ¥ WARNING: The internal components of your MacBook can be warm.
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Gently press the left side of the battery into place. Á ¥ Á ¥ 2 Reconnect the power adapter and any other cables that were attached. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 41 Step 3: Replace the battery. 1 Place the right side of the battery down. Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn counterclockwise to lock the battery into the battery compartment.
Gently press the left side of the battery into place. Á ¥ Á ¥ 2 Reconnect the power adapter and any other cables that were attached. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 41 Step 3: Replace the battery. 1 Place the right side of the battery down. Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn counterclockwise to lock the battery into the battery compartment.
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...and try restarting by holding down the C key as it . Â Check whether the battery needs to four lights indicating the battery's level of charge. Be sure to charge the battery at least until your MacBook. If a single indicator light is flashing, allow the power adapter to use the 60W ...MagSafe Power Adapter that came with Your MacBook" on when you plug in the First ...
...and try restarting by holding down the C key as it . Â Check whether the battery needs to four lights indicating the battery's level of charge. Be sure to charge the battery at least until your MacBook. If a single indicator light is flashing, allow the power adapter to use the 60W ...MagSafe Power Adapter that came with Your MacBook" on when you plug in the First ...
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...the screen suddenly goes black or your MacBook freezes Try restarting your MacBook. 1 Unplug any external devices and...194; If you still can't start up your MacBook, see page 37). Â Press the power... a second time. To see how much the battery has charged, look at least 10 percent before ... memory allows the computer to at the Battery ( ) status icon in the menu bar...factory settings by disconnecting the power adapter, removing the battery, and holding down the power (®) button ...MacBook, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power (®) button to restart the system. 3 Let the battery...
...the screen suddenly goes black or your MacBook freezes Try restarting your MacBook. 1 Unplug any external devices and...194; If you still can't start up your MacBook, see page 37). Â Press the power... a second time. To see how much the battery has charged, look at least 10 percent before ... memory allows the computer to at the Battery ( ) status icon in the menu bar...factory settings by disconnecting the power adapter, removing the battery, and holding down the power (®) button ...MacBook, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power (®) button to restart the system. 3 Let the battery...
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...7666-7666 (44) 0870 876 0753 Website www.apple.com/ie/support www.apple.com/nz/support www.apple.com/uk/support Telephone numbers are subject to find your MacBook in /Applications/Utilities/) and click Hardware. Â Remove the battery and view the serial number for your computer's ...serial number: Â Choose Apple () > About This Mac and then click the version number beneath the words "...
...7666-7666 (44) 0870 876 0753 Website www.apple.com/ie/support www.apple.com/nz/support www.apple.com/uk/support Telephone numbers are subject to find your MacBook in /Applications/Utilities/) and click Hardware. Â Remove the battery and view the serial number for your computer's ...serial number: Â Choose Apple () > About This Mac and then click the version number beneath the words "...
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... conditions exists: Â You want to add memory. Â You want to clean the case (use . Disconnect the power adapter, remove the battery, and disconnect any other device. The power adapter may become very warm during normal use only the recommended procedure described on page 62). Â The... into the MagSafe power port, remove it on a credit card, iPod, or other cables if any of this product. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that service or repair is required. Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 59 The MagSafe power port contains a magnet that ...
... conditions exists: Â You want to add memory. Â You want to clean the case (use . Disconnect the power adapter, remove the battery, and disconnect any other device. The power adapter may become very warm during normal use only the recommended procedure described on page 62). Â The... into the MagSafe power port, remove it on a credit card, iPod, or other cables if any of this product. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that service or repair is required. Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 59 The MagSafe power port contains a magnet that ...
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... your local environmental guidelines. Avoiding hearing damage Permanent hearing loss may sound normal but Not Least Replace the battery only with an Apple-authorized battery for any way. High-risk activities This computer system is required before your hearing: Â Limit the amount of sound...in your ears or muffled speech, stop listening and have your hearing. Hearing experts suggest that may occur if earbuds or headphones are used batteries promptly according to temperatures above 212° F (100° C). The louder the volume, the less time is not intended for use...
... your local environmental guidelines. Avoiding hearing damage Permanent hearing loss may sound normal but Not Least Replace the battery only with an Apple-authorized battery for any way. High-risk activities This computer system is required before your hearing: Â Limit the amount of sound...in your ears or muffled speech, stop listening and have your hearing. Hearing experts suggest that may occur if earbuds or headphones are used batteries promptly according to temperatures above 212° F (100° C). The louder the volume, the less time is not intended for use...
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... directly on the screen. 62 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least Cleaning the MacBook screen To clean the MacBook screen, first shut down your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Then use aerosol sprays, solvents, or abrasives that might damage the finish. Irregularly...smaller than five months, discharge the battery to wipe the screen. Avoid getting moisture in the drive. Storing your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Cleaning your MacBook When cleaning the outside of time, keep it from your MacBook supports standard 12 cm (4.7 inch...
... directly on the screen. 62 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least Cleaning the MacBook screen To clean the MacBook screen, first shut down your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Then use aerosol sprays, solvents, or abrasives that might damage the finish. Irregularly...smaller than five months, discharge the battery to wipe the screen. Avoid getting moisture in the drive. Storing your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Cleaning your MacBook When cleaning the outside of time, keep it from your MacBook supports standard 12 cm (4.7 inch...