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Contents Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, Go 9 What's in the Box 9 Setting Up Your MacBook 16 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 Multi-Touch Trackpad 30 Using the MacBook Battery 31 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your MacBook 37 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 46 Installing Additional Memory 50 Making Sure Your MacBook Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 52 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook Contents 5
Contents Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, Go 9 What's in the Box 9 Setting Up Your MacBook 16 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 Multi-Touch Trackpad 30 Using the MacBook Battery 31 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your MacBook 37 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 46 Installing Additional Memory 50 Making Sure Your MacBook Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 52 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook Contents 5
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Step 2: Connect to a wireless or wired network. Â To use a wired connection, connect one end of the network. G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Ethernet cable Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 11 ® After you turn on your MacBook, an indicator light on the MagSafe connector starts to a cable modem, DSL modem, or network. A green light indicates that the battery is charging. For troubleshooting tips, see a light, make sure the wireless base station is turned on and...
Step 2: Connect to a wireless or wired network. Â To use a wired connection, connect one end of the network. G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Ethernet cable Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 11 ® After you turn on your MacBook, an indicator light on the MagSafe connector starts to a cable modem, DSL modem, or network. A green light indicates that the battery is charging. For troubleshooting tips, see a light, make sure the wireless base station is turned on and...
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...; Close the display. Â Choose Apple () > Sleep from the menu bar. Moving your computer while the hard disk is in sleep, you get to sleep. You can quickly make the desktop look the way you move your MacBook. Putting Your MacBook to change. NOTICE: Wait a few seconds until the sleep indicator light starts pulsing (indicating that appears. Â Choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Energy Saver, and set a sleep timer...
...; Close the display. Â Choose Apple () > Sleep from the menu bar. Moving your computer while the hard disk is in sleep, you get to sleep. You can quickly make the desktop look the way you move your MacBook. Putting Your MacBook to change. NOTICE: Wait a few seconds until the sleep indicator light starts pulsing (indicating that appears. Â Choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Energy Saver, and set a sleep timer...
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Built-in sleep. Built-in microphone Capture sounds with the microphone (located above and to the left of the Esc key on your MacBook on or off, or put it to sleep. Slot-loading SuperDrive Your optical drive can read and write to standard-size CD and DVD discs. ® Power button Turn your keyboard), or talk with one or more fingers to music, movies, games, and...
Built-in sleep. Built-in microphone Capture sounds with the microphone (located above and to the left of the Esc key on your MacBook on or off, or put it to sleep. Slot-loading SuperDrive Your optical drive can read and write to standard-size CD and DVD discs. ® Power button Turn your keyboard), or talk with one or more fingers to music, movies, games, and...
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C Media Eject key Hold down this key to eject a disc that's not in use. Brightness keys (F1, F2) Increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the brightness of the sound coming from the menu bar and search for "function keys." You can also eject a disc by dragging its desktop icon to access your open windows. Dashboard key (F4) Open Dashboard to the Trash. To learn how to all your widgets. ' Media keys (F7, F8, F9...
C Media Eject key Hold down this key to eject a disc that's not in use. Brightness keys (F1, F2) Increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the brightness of the sound coming from the menu bar and search for "function keys." You can also eject a disc by dragging its desktop icon to access your open windows. Dashboard key (F4) Open Dashboard to the Trash. To learn how to all your widgets. ' Media keys (F7, F8, F9...
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... functionality using Sound preferences. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. You can connect one high-powered external USB device. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available separately) to recharge the MacBook battery. The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable. £ Mini DisplayPort Connect to a high-speed Ethernet network, a DSL or cable modem, or another computer. For more to your local Apple Store. G Gigabit Ethernet port Connect to an external display...
... functionality using Sound preferences. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. You can connect one high-powered external USB device. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available separately) to recharge the MacBook battery. The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable. £ Mini DisplayPort Connect to a high-speed Ethernet network, a DSL or cable modem, or another computer. For more to your local Apple Store. G Gigabit Ethernet port Connect to an external display...
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... in sleep. The battery in the battery with Your MacBook The battery charge level displayed is based on the amount of power left by an Apple Authorized Service Provider or an Apple Retail Store. 30 Chapter 2 Life with the applications, peripheral devices, and system settings you 're working, connect your MacBook varies, depending on , off features such as AirPort Extreme or Bluetooth® wireless technology and reducing screen brightness can...
... in sleep. The battery in the battery with Your MacBook The battery charge level displayed is based on the amount of power left by an Apple Authorized Service Provider or an Apple Retail Store. 30 Chapter 2 Life with the applications, peripheral devices, and system settings you 're working, connect your MacBook varies, depending on , off features such as AirPort Extreme or Bluetooth® wireless technology and reducing screen brightness can...
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... "USB." Specifications The Specifications page at www.apple.com. Connecting a printer Mac Help and search for "Internet." Connecting to the Internet Mac Help and search for "printing." Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware The Apple website at www.apple.com/support/specs. Caring for the battery Mac Help and search for "displayport." Connecting an external display Mac Help and search for "battery." Instructions, technical support, The Apple Support website at www.apple...
... "USB." Specifications The Specifications page at www.apple.com. Connecting a printer Mac Help and search for "Internet." Connecting to the Internet Mac Help and search for "printing." Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware The Apple website at www.apple.com/support/specs. Caring for the battery Mac Help and search for "displayport." Connecting an external display Mac Help and search for "battery." Instructions, technical support, The Apple Support website at www.apple...
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... start up Try the following suggestions in the First Aid pane to see the indicator light on the power adapter turn on page 61. When your computer and hold down the Option key. When Disk Utility opens, follow the instructions in order until your computer turns on the MagSafe connector is amber, the battery might need to 10 seconds. Â Wait a few seconds. Disconnect all external peripherals...
... start up Try the following suggestions in the First Aid pane to see the indicator light on the power adapter turn on page 61. When your computer and hold down the Option key. When Disk Utility opens, follow the instructions in order until your computer turns on the MagSafe connector is amber, the battery might need to 10 seconds. Â Wait a few seconds. Disconnect all external peripherals...
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... to at the Battery ( ) status icon in any external devices and resuming your MacBook, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 63 for information about contacting Apple for service. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 55 See whether removing it is correctly installed and that are connected to your MacBook, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power (®) button to restart the system. 3 Let the battery charge to start up your work.
... to at the Battery ( ) status icon in any external devices and resuming your MacBook, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 63 for information about contacting Apple for service. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 55 See whether removing it is correctly installed and that are connected to your MacBook, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power (®) button to restart the system. 3 Let the battery charge to start up your work.
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Plug the audio device back in. Follow the onscreen instructions. If you have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect it starts up. 2 Choose Utilities > Reset Password from your computer and hold down the D key. 56 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Then restart your computer except the power adapter. If you have trouble ejecting a disc  Quit any applications that might be used for all external devices from the menu bar. Using Apple Hardware Test If...
Plug the audio device back in. Follow the onscreen instructions. If you have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect it starts up. 2 Choose Utilities > Reset Password from your computer and hold down the D key. 56 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Then restart your computer except the power adapter. If you have trouble ejecting a disc  Quit any applications that might be used for all external devices from the menu bar. Using Apple Hardware Test If...
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... error code before pursuing support options. If you have trouble with your Internet connection, you can insert the Applications Install DVD and hold down the D key to use . 4 Press the Return key or click the right arrow button. 5 When the Apple Hardware Test main screen appears (after about 45 seconds), follow the onscreen instructions. 6 If Apple Hardware Test detects a problem, it displays an error code. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 57 If this procedure doesn't work...
... error code before pursuing support options. If you have trouble with your Internet connection, you can insert the Applications Install DVD and hold down the D key to use . 4 Press the Return key or click the right arrow button. 5 When the Apple Hardware Test main screen appears (after about 45 seconds), follow the onscreen instructions. 6 If Apple Hardware Test detects a problem, it displays an error code. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 57 If this procedure doesn't work...
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... connect to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other computer or the network's access point. When you are connected to the Internet, Software Update checks to four bars appear, indicating signal strength. Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication If you have trouble using AirPort Extreme wireless communication: Â Make sure the computer or network you are trying to connect to is weak, try changing your MacBook...
... connect to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other computer or the network's access point. When you are connected to the Internet, Software Update checks to four bars appear, indicating signal strength. Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication If you have trouble using AirPort Extreme wireless communication: Â Make sure the computer or network you are trying to connect to is weak, try changing your MacBook...
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... extend your MacBook to your MacBook, use System Profiler. Online Resources For online service and support information, go to www.apple.com/support. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 63 Choose Help > Mac Help. System Profiler To get help , System Profiler, or Apple Hardware Test. Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook does not have any user-serviceable parts other than the battery and the memory. Choose your country listed below...
... extend your MacBook to your MacBook, use System Profiler. Online Resources For online service and support information, go to www.apple.com/support. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 63 Choose Help > Mac Help. System Profiler To get help , System Profiler, or Apple Hardware Test. Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook does not have any user-serviceable parts other than the battery and the memory. Choose your country listed below...
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... port. Disconnect the power adapter and disconnect any other cables if any of the following conditions exist: Â You want to add memory or upgrade the hard disk drive. Â You want to rain, excessive moisture, or liquid spilled into the MagSafe power port, remove it on . Always put the power adapter directly into a power outlet, or place it gently with your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter...
... port. Disconnect the power adapter and disconnect any other cables if any of the following conditions exist: Â You want to add memory or upgrade the hard disk drive. Â You want to rain, excessive moisture, or liquid spilled into the MagSafe power port, remove it on . Always put the power adapter directly into a power outlet, or place it gently with your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter...
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... radio or television reception is causing interference by turning it was probably caused by using one of FCC rules. If the interference stops, it off. See the service and support information that included the use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components. See instructions if interference to radios, television sets, and other of the television or radio...
... radio or television reception is causing interference by turning it was probably caused by using one of FCC rules. If the interference stops, it off. See the service and support information that included the use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components. See instructions if interference to radios, television sets, and other of the television or radio...
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... the mouse or trackpad button or press any key on the keyboard. The ENERGY STAR® program is shipped with power management enabled with electronic equipment manufacturers to promote energy-efficient products. Taiwan Wireless Statements Taiwan Class B Statement VCCI Class B Statement Russia External USB Modem Information When connecting your MacBook to the phone line using an external USB modem, refer to sleep after 10 minutes of user...
... the mouse or trackpad button or press any key on the keyboard. The ENERGY STAR® program is shipped with power management enabled with electronic equipment manufacturers to promote energy-efficient products. Taiwan Wireless Statements Taiwan Class B Statement VCCI Class B Statement Russia External USB Modem Information When connecting your MacBook to the phone line using an external USB modem, refer to sleep after 10 minutes of user...
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...? See power adapter AC power cord 10 adapter, power. See battery built-in battery. Index A AC plug 10 AC power adapter. See power adapter AirPort Extreme connecting wirelessly 11 troubleshooting 60 AppleCare 63 Apple Hardware Test 56 application freeze 52 applications Front Row 33 iChat AV 21 iLife 32 audio out port 25 B battery location 21 performance 30 blinking question mark 53 brightness controls 23 built-in speakers 21 button, power 12, 21 C cable modem 11 camera.
...? See power adapter AC power cord 10 adapter, power. See battery built-in battery. Index A AC plug 10 AC power adapter. See power adapter AirPort Extreme connecting wirelessly 11 troubleshooting 60 AppleCare 63 Apple Hardware Test 56 application freeze 52 applications Front Row 33 iChat AV 21 iLife 32 audio out port 25 B battery location 21 performance 30 blinking question mark 53 brightness controls 23 built-in speakers 21 button, power 12, 21 C cable modem 11 camera.
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... also trackpad Multi-Touch gestures 26 Mute control 23 N network connections 59 Network Diagnostics 57 Network Setup Assistant 57 O online resources 63 P paging through documents using trackpad 29 password, resetting 56 pinching to zoom 28 Play/pause key 23 plug, AC 10 power adapter plugging in 69 port 25 using 10 power button 12, 21 problems. See troubleshooting putting your computer to F12 function keys 23 factory settings 62 Fast-forward key 23 flashing question mark...
... also trackpad Multi-Touch gestures 26 Mute control 23 N network connections 59 Network Diagnostics 57 Network Setup Assistant 57 O online resources 63 P paging through documents using trackpad 29 password, resetting 56 pinching to zoom 28 Play/pause key 23 plug, AC 10 power adapter plugging in 69 port 25 using 10 power button 12, 21 problems. See troubleshooting putting your computer to F12 function keys 23 factory settings 62 Fast-forward key 23 flashing question mark...
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... Rewind key 23 right click 27 rotating objects using trackpad 28 S safety general safety instructions 68 power adapter 69 screen goes black 55 setting brightness 23 See also display scrolling with two fingers 26 SDRAM specifications 46 secondary clicking and click zone 27 security slot 25 Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive 37 serial number, locating 65 service and support 63 Setup Assistant 13 shutting down 17 sleep mode indicator light 21 putting computer to sleep 16 software installation discs 61 updating 60 Software Update...
... Rewind key 23 right click 27 rotating objects using trackpad 28 S safety general safety instructions 68 power adapter 69 screen goes black 55 setting brightness 23 See also display scrolling with two fingers 26 SDRAM specifications 46 secondary clicking and click zone 27 security slot 25 Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive 37 serial number, locating 65 service and support 63 Setup Assistant 13 shutting down 17 sleep mode indicator light 21 putting computer to sleep 16 software installation discs 61 updating 60 Software Update...
