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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 MacBook Battery 28 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory 33 Installing Additional Memory 40 Making Sure Your MacBook Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 42 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook 46 Using Apple Hardware Test 47 Problems with Your Internet Connection 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 MacBook Battery 28 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory 33 Installing Additional Memory 40 Making Sure Your MacBook Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 42 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook 46 Using Apple Hardware Test 47 Problems with Your Internet Connection Contents 5
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... prongs on your AC plug are in . Plug the other end into the MagSafe power port. As the MagSafe connector gets close to the MacBook and charge the battery. Step 1: Plug In the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter to provide power to the port, you'll feel a magnetic pull drawing it from the...
... prongs on your AC plug are in . Plug the other end into the MagSafe power port. As the MagSafe connector gets close to the MacBook and charge the battery. Step 1: Plug In the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter to provide power to the port, you'll feel a magnetic pull drawing it from the...
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... one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 11 An amber light indicates that no power is going to the battery, which can mean the battery is fully charged or is not installed. G...cable To use a dial-up connection, you don't see a light, make sure the connector is going to the battery. 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 power is seated properly.
... one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 11 An amber light indicates that no power is going to the battery, which can mean the battery is fully charged or is not installed. G...cable To use a dial-up connection, you don't see a light, make sure the connector is going to the battery. 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 power is seated properly.
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... button or any key on the keyboard, or any button on the Apple Remote. Shutting Down Your MacBook If you aren't going to use your MacBook for a day or two, it's best to shut it to prevent your battery from draining completely. 16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go If you left them. To wake... your MacBook: Â If the display is closed, simply open it down your MacBook, do one of time, see "Important Handling Information" on briefly during ...
... button or any key on the keyboard, or any button on the Apple Remote. Shutting Down Your MacBook If you aren't going to use your MacBook for a day or two, it's best to shut it to prevent your battery from draining completely. 16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go If you left them. To wake... your MacBook: Â If the display is closed, simply open it down your MacBook, do one of time, see "Important Handling Information" on briefly during ...
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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 Battery (underneath) Trackpad Trackpad button ®? Sleep indicator light Slot-loading optical drive Infrared (IR) receiver ® Power button 20 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook
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...indicator light glows when the iSight camera is in sleep. Infrared (IR) receiver Use your Apple Remote and the built-in IR receiver to control Front Row and Keynote on your MacBook on the trackpad, or scroll with two fingers. Press and hold to 30 feet away.... sounds directly with the microphone (located to the memory in your MacBook during troubleshooting. Battery Run the MacBook using the included iChat AV application. Removing the battery also gives you are away from up to restart your MacBook. Trackpad and trackpad button Move the pointer with friends live over broadband...
...indicator light glows when the iSight camera is in sleep. Infrared (IR) receiver Use your Apple Remote and the built-in IR receiver to control Front Row and Keynote on your MacBook on the trackpad, or scroll with two fingers. Press and hold to 30 feet away.... sounds directly with the microphone (located to the memory in your MacBook during troubleshooting. Battery Run the MacBook using the included iChat AV application. Removing the battery also gives you are away from up to restart your MacBook. Trackpad and trackpad button Move the pointer with friends live over broadband...
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...or S-video connector. You can use a Mini-DVI to DVI adapter, a Mini-DVI to VGA adapter, or a Mini-DVI to recharge the MacBook battery. The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable. £ Mini-DVI (video out) port Connect to a high...keyboard, printer, disk drive, digital camera, joystick, and more to prevent theft. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store. H FireWire 400 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as digital video cameras and storage devices. Depending on the type of ...
...or S-video connector. You can use a Mini-DVI to DVI adapter, a Mini-DVI to VGA adapter, or a Mini-DVI to recharge the MacBook battery. The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable. £ Mini-DVI (video out) port Connect to a high...keyboard, printer, disk drive, digital camera, joystick, and more to prevent theft. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store. H FireWire 400 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as digital video cameras and storage devices. Depending on the type of ...
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...technology can determine the charge left in the battery. If the battery runs low while you are on page 33). 26 Chapter 2 Life with a fully charged battery (see "Removing the Battery" on , the battery is completely drained and the MacBook won't start up unless the power adapter is... connected. To replace a low battery with the battery in the battery by looking at the battery level indicator lights on the battery itself. You can check...
...technology can determine the charge left in the battery. If the battery runs low while you are on page 33). 26 Chapter 2 Life with a fully charged battery (see "Removing the Battery" on , the battery is completely drained and the MacBook won't start up unless the power adapter is... connected. To replace a low battery with the battery in the battery by looking at the battery level indicator lights on the battery itself. You can check...
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...¥ Button Indicator lights Battery The amount of power left can also be checked by viewing the Battery ( ) status icon in the menu bar. The battery recharges more information about battery conservation and performance tips, go to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. For more... quickly, however, when the computer is on the amount of battery charge left in the battery with Your MacBook...
...¥ Button Indicator lights Battery The amount of power left can also be checked by viewing the Battery ( ) status icon in the menu bar. The battery recharges more information about battery conservation and performance tips, go to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. For more... quickly, however, when the computer is on the amount of battery charge left in the battery with Your MacBook...
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.... Or open the Bluetooth File Exchange application, located in Mac Help. Search for "burn disc" in Mac Help. Search for "battery" in Mac Help. The Bluetooth Support page at www.apple.com/support/specs. Search for "Internet" in Mac Help. Search for "Front Row" in Mac Help. Search for the... Connecting to the Internet Connecting an external display Apple Remote Front Row Burning a CD or DVD Specifications See The AirPort Support page at the top of a Mac Help page, and then select AirPort Help from the menu bar, and then click More Info. 30 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook
.... Or open the Bluetooth File Exchange application, located in Mac Help. Search for "burn disc" in Mac Help. Search for "battery" in Mac Help. The Bluetooth Support page at www.apple.com/support/specs. Search for "Internet" in Mac Help. Search for "Front Row" in Mac Help. Search for the... Connecting to the Internet Connecting an external display Apple Remote Front Row Burning a CD or DVD Specifications See The AirPort Support page at the top of a Mac Help page, and then select AirPort Help from the menu bar, and then click More Info. 30 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook
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... install an identical memory module in your MacBook. Your computer has two memory slots that you have an Apple-certified technician install memory. WARNING: Apple recommends that you attempt to install memory and damage your equipment, such damage is not covered by removing the computer's battery. Your MacBook comes with your computer. 32 Chapter 3 Boost... Rate (DDR2) Synchronous Dynamic Random-Access Memory (SDRAM) installed. If you access by the limited warranty on your computer for information about how to contact Apple for removing and replacing the battery in each slot.
... install an identical memory module in your MacBook. Your computer has two memory slots that you have an Apple-certified technician install memory. WARNING: Apple recommends that you attempt to install memory and damage your equipment, such damage is not covered by removing the computer's battery. Your MacBook comes with your computer. 32 Chapter 3 Boost... Rate (DDR2) Synchronous Dynamic Random-Access Memory (SDRAM) installed. If you access by the limited warranty on your computer for information about how to contact Apple for removing and replacing the battery in each slot.
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Step 1: Removing the Battery 1 Shut down your MacBook. The following procedure includes instructions for removing the battery, adding memory, and replacing the battery. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 33 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 58. WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery.
Step 1: Removing the Battery 1 Shut down your MacBook. The following procedure includes instructions for removing the battery, adding memory, and replacing the battery. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 33 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 58. WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery.
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If you have been using your MacBook can be hot. Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn clockwise to unlock the battery, and gently remove it. Á ¥ Á ¥ WARNING: The internal components of your MacBook, wait 10 minutes after shutting down to let the internal components cool before continuing. 34 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 2 Turn over the MacBook and locate the battery latch.
If you have been using your MacBook can be hot. Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn clockwise to unlock the battery, and gently remove it. Á ¥ Á ¥ WARNING: The internal components of your MacBook, wait 10 minutes after shutting down to let the internal components cool before continuing. 34 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 2 Turn over the MacBook and locate the battery latch.
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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. Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn counterclockwise to lock the battery into the battery compartment. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 39 Step 3: Replacing the Battery 1 Place the right side of the battery down.
Gently press the left side of the battery into place. Á ¥ Á ¥ 2 Reconnect the power adapter and any other cables that were attached. Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn counterclockwise to lock the battery into the battery compartment. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 39 Step 3: Replacing the Battery 1 Place the right side of the battery down.
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...into the computer and into your computer. Â Restart your computer turns on or start up . Â Choose Installer > Open Disk Utility. If your MacBook doesn't turn on the battery. Â Wait a few seconds. When Disk Utility opens, follow the instructions in order until that came with Your... MacBook" on page 51. When your computer's system software. You should see the indicator light on the power adapter turn on : Â Make sure ...
...into the computer and into your computer. Â Restart your computer turns on or start up . Â Choose Installer > Open Disk Utility. If your MacBook doesn't turn on the battery. Â Wait a few seconds. When Disk Utility opens, follow the instructions in order until that came with Your... MacBook" on page 51. When your computer's system software. You should see the indicator light on the power adapter turn on : Â Make sure ...
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... least 10 percent before plugging in the menu bar. If the display suddenly goes black or your MacBook freezes Try restarting your MacBook. 1 Unplug any external devices and resuming your work. To see how much the battery has charged, look at least 5 seconds. Â If you recently installed additional memory, make sure that... it and reinstalling the old memory allows the computer to start up (see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 52 for information about contacting Apple for the battery. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 45
... least 10 percent before plugging in the menu bar. If the display suddenly goes black or your MacBook freezes Try restarting your MacBook. 1 Unplug any external devices and resuming your work. To see how much the battery has charged, look at least 5 seconds. Â If you recently installed additional memory, make sure that... it and reinstalling the old memory allows the computer to start up (see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 52 for information about contacting Apple for the battery. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 45
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Clicking cycles between the Mac OS X version number, the build version, and the serial number. Â Open System Profiler (in the battery bay. For information about removing the battery, see page 33. 54 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Locating Your Product Serial Number Use one of these methods 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 "Mac OS X."
Clicking cycles between the Mac OS X version number, the build version, and the serial number. Â Open System Profiler (in the battery bay. For information about removing the battery, see page 33. 54 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Locating Your Product Serial Number Use one of these methods 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 "Mac OS X."
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...battery, and disconnect any other device. Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 57 The MagSafe power port contains a magnet that can erase data on page 60). Â The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged. Â Your MacBook...cord is fully inserted into the power adapter before plugging the adapter into the case. Â Your MacBook or power adapter has been dropped, the case has been damaged, or you suspect that service or... other cables if any of this product. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that is compatible with a dry cotton swab.
...battery, and disconnect any other device. Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 57 The MagSafe power port contains a magnet that can erase data on page 60). Â The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged. Â Your MacBook...cord is fully inserted into the power adapter before plugging the adapter into the case. Â Your MacBook or power adapter has been dropped, the case has been damaged, or you suspect that service or... other cables if any of this product. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that is compatible with a dry cotton swab.
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.... Hearing experts suggest that may occur if earbuds or headphones are used batteries promptly according to your hearing could lead to your hearing checked. Handling the battery Do not drop, disassemble, crush, incinerate, or expose the battery to block out noisy surroundings. Â Turn the volume down if you... can't hear people speaking near you. Replace the battery only with an Apple-authorized battery for use earbuds or headphones at high volume. If you use in any other uses where the failure of the computer ...
.... Hearing experts suggest that may occur if earbuds or headphones are used batteries promptly according to your hearing could lead to your hearing checked. Handling the battery Do not drop, disassemble, crush, incinerate, or expose the battery to block out noisy surroundings. Â Turn the volume down if you... can't hear people speaking near you. Replace the battery only with an Apple-authorized battery for use earbuds or headphones at high volume. If you use in any other uses where the failure of the computer ...
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... Do not use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth to 50 percent every six months or so. Avoid getting moisture in your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Then dampen a clean, soft, lint-free cloth or paper with water only and wipe the screen. To maintain the capacity of... your computer for an extended period of time, keep it in a cool location (ideally, 71° F or 22° C) and discharge the battery to approximately 50 percent and then remove it from the MacBook. Do not spray liquid directly on the screen. 60 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least Cleaning your...
... Do not use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth to 50 percent every six months or so. Avoid getting moisture in your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Then dampen a clean, soft, lint-free cloth or paper with water only and wipe the screen. To maintain the capacity of... your computer for an extended period of time, keep it in a cool location (ideally, 71° F or 22° C) and discharge the battery to approximately 50 percent and then remove it from the MacBook. Do not spray liquid directly on the screen. 60 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least Cleaning your...