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... MacBook Pro 84 Installing Additional Memory 91 Making Sure Your MacBook Pro Recognizes the New Memory 93 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting 94 Problems That Prevent You From Using Your Computer 96 Other Problems 99 Reinstalling the Software That Came With Your Computer 101 Using Apple Hardware Test 102 Installing Xcode Tools 102 Locating Your Product Serial Number 103 Appendix A: Specifications 105 Appendix B: Safety, Use, and Care Information 105 Understanding General Safety Instructions 106 Setting Up Your MacBook Pro and Power Adapter...
... MacBook Pro 84 Installing Additional Memory 91 Making Sure Your MacBook Pro Recognizes the New Memory 93 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting 94 Problems That Prevent You From Using Your Computer 96 Other Problems 99 Reinstalling the Software That Came With Your Computer 101 Using Apple Hardware Test 102 Installing Xcode Tools 102 Locating Your Product Serial Number 103 Appendix A: Specifications 105 Appendix B: Safety, Use, and Care Information 105 Understanding General Safety Instructions 106 Setting Up Your MacBook Pro and Power Adapter...
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... can set it up quickly and start using Setup Assistant Step 1: Plug In the Power Adapter If there is protective film around the power adapter, remove it right away. As you get close to the port, you will feel a magnet, which helps draw and guide the power adapter plug in the power adapter  Connecting the cables  Turning on your MacBook Pro  Configuring a user account and other settings using it before setting up your power adapter...
... can set it up quickly and start using Setup Assistant Step 1: Plug In the Power Adapter If there is protective film around the power adapter, remove it right away. As you get close to the port, you will feel a magnet, which helps draw and guide the power adapter plug in the power adapter  Connecting the cables  Turning on your MacBook Pro  Configuring a user account and other settings using it before setting up your power adapter...
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... adjust brightness as the display, power adapter, trackpad, keyboard, built-in iSight camera, and Apple Remote, and information about Mac OS X, Mac Help, applications, and connecting to peripheral hardware. There are two options for your display that optimize battery use: 1 Open System Preferences and click Energy Saver. 2 In the "Settings for your display that can find these options in different locations, make sure to Know Your MacBook Pro To turn off the automatic display brightness...
... adjust brightness as the display, power adapter, trackpad, keyboard, built-in iSight camera, and Apple Remote, and information about Mac OS X, Mac Help, applications, and connecting to peripheral hardware. There are two options for your display that optimize battery use: 1 Open System Preferences and click Energy Saver. 2 In the "Settings for your display that can find these options in different locations, make sure to Know Your MacBook Pro To turn off the automatic display brightness...
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... your display settings using the Displays status menu in the menu bar, click "Show displays in menu bar." When this power source" if you switch to a scaled resolution, items on the screen appear larger, making them easier to see the bands, you go from using the power adapter with a default resolution of the display. With some resolutions, a black band appears on each side of 1440 x 900. Open the Displays pane...
... your display settings using the Displays status menu in the menu bar, click "Show displays in menu bar." When this power source" if you switch to a scaled resolution, items on the screen appear larger, making them easier to see the bands, you go from using the power adapter with a default resolution of the display. With some resolutions, a black band appears on each side of 1440 x 900. Open the Displays pane...
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... the power adapter port. An amber light indicates that no power is going to the battery, which can erase data on . The AC power cord provides a grounded connection. 30 Chapter 2 Getting to remove it , if necessary. A green light indicates that power is not installed, or has a problem. Important: For optimal performance, use only the power adapter that can mean the battery is fully charged, is going to the battery. Warning: The MacBook Pro power adapter port...
... the power adapter port. An amber light indicates that no power is going to the battery, which can erase data on . The AC power cord provides a grounded connection. 30 Chapter 2 Getting to remove it , if necessary. A green light indicates that power is not installed, or has a problem. Important: For optimal performance, use only the power adapter that can mean the battery is fully charged, is going to the battery. Warning: The MacBook Pro power adapter port...
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... choose different function keys to Know Your MacBook Pro Important: Even when the keyboard illumination feature is preset to use Exposé to manage your keyboard illumination. See "Using the Keyboard to work efficiently, choose Help > Mac Help from an Apple Authorized Reseller. 34 Chapter 2 Getting to manage the windows. You can use your Apple Remote to control the Front Row application. To use an Apple wireless mouse with a USB connection, you like...
... choose different function keys to Know Your MacBook Pro Important: Even when the keyboard illumination feature is preset to use Exposé to manage your keyboard illumination. See "Using the Keyboard to work efficiently, choose Help > Mac Help from an Apple Authorized Reseller. 34 Chapter 2 Getting to manage the windows. You can use your Apple Remote to control the Front Row application. To use an Apple wireless mouse with a USB connection, you like...
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... ( ) onscreen. When needed, replace the battery with a small blunt object to Know Your MacBook Pro 37 To replace the battery: 1 Open the battery compartment by pressing the button (pictured above) with a small object, such as the end of a paper clip. 2 Pull the battery compartment out and remove the battery. 3 Insert the replacement battery with the positive (+) side facing up . Replacing the Battery The Apple Remote includes a battery. Chapter 2 Getting...
... ( ) onscreen. When needed, replace the battery with a small blunt object to Know Your MacBook Pro 37 To replace the battery: 1 Open the battery compartment by pressing the button (pictured above) with a small object, such as the end of a paper clip. 2 Pull the battery compartment out and remove the battery. 3 Insert the replacement battery with the positive (+) side facing up . Replacing the Battery The Apple Remote includes a battery. Chapter 2 Getting...
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.... If you can connect to Date You can also restart the Finder from the menu bar. Keeping Your Software Up to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other problems with the application selected. 2 Click Force Quit. Mac OS X provides a way to quit a frozen application without restarting your Mac to Know Your MacBook Pro 47
.... If you can connect to Date You can also restart the Finder from the menu bar. Keeping Your Software Up to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other problems with the application selected. 2 Click Force Quit. Mac OS X provides a way to quit a frozen application without restarting your Mac to Know Your MacBook Pro 47
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... computer. Your USB 2.0 ports are compatible with earlier USB devices. Â DVI video output with included DVI to VGA adapter for using your MacBook Pro with an external monitor or digital flat-panel display, including support for playing and burning CDs and DVDs. See "Securing Your MacBook Pro" on page 76. Â A security slot to help prevent theft of external devices, including iPods, printers, scanners, digital cameras, game pads, joysticks, keyboards, and floppy disk drives.
... computer. Your USB 2.0 ports are compatible with earlier USB devices. Â DVI video output with included DVI to VGA adapter for using your MacBook Pro with an external monitor or digital flat-panel display, including support for playing and burning CDs and DVDs. See "Securing Your MacBook Pro" on page 76. Â A security slot to help prevent theft of external devices, including iPods, printers, scanners, digital cameras, game pads, joysticks, keyboards, and floppy disk drives.
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... MacBook Pro. 2 Connect the power adapter to the MacBook Pro and a power outlet. To operate your computer with an external monitor attached and the display closed: 1 Connect a USB keyboard and mouse to your MacBook Pro to an external display. 5 Wait a few seconds and then press any key on the external keyboard to wake the MacBook Pro. Connecting a TV, VCR, or Other Video Device To connect a TV, VCR, or other video device to your MacBook Pro: 1 Connect the Apple DVI to Video Adapter (available separately) to the DVI port...
... MacBook Pro. 2 Connect the power adapter to the MacBook Pro and a power outlet. To operate your computer with an external monitor attached and the display closed: 1 Connect a USB keyboard and mouse to your MacBook Pro to an external display. 5 Wait a few seconds and then press any key on the external keyboard to wake the MacBook Pro. Connecting a TV, VCR, or Other Video Device To connect a TV, VCR, or other video device to your MacBook Pro: 1 Connect the Apple DVI to Video Adapter (available separately) to the DVI port...
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... 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 a higher processing speed. Getting More Information About Your MacBook Pro Battery Additional information is the Normal option in Mac Help. Be aware that determines this option may affect your computer to use . Â Reduce screen brightness using battery power, thus reducing power...
... 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 a higher processing speed. Getting More Information About Your MacBook Pro Battery Additional information is the Normal option in Mac Help. Be aware that determines this option may affect your computer to use . Â Reduce screen brightness using battery power, thus reducing power...
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Choose Installer > Open Disk Utility. If the computer won't turn on when you plug in the First Aid pane to its factory settings by disconnecting the power adapter, removing the battery, and holding down the C key as it starts up (see the indicator light on the power adapter turn on page 99. For instructions, see if the utility can repair your computer. Make sure to reinstall your computer's system software. Then restart your computer...
Choose Installer > Open Disk Utility. If the computer won't turn on when you plug in the First Aid pane to its factory settings by disconnecting the power adapter, removing the battery, and holding down the C key as it starts up (see the indicator light on the power adapter turn on page 99. For instructions, see if the utility can repair your computer. Make sure to reinstall your computer's system software. Then restart your computer...
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... have problems with the wireless device for more information about Apple Hardware Test, see "Using Apple Hardware Test" on the computer. 98 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting If you suspect a problem with one of sound or data when the disk is a problem with your computer hardware  You can use the Apple Hardware Test application to check the drive. If you have trouble ejecting a disc  Quit any applications that might become active and...
... have problems with the wireless device for more information about Apple Hardware Test, see "Using Apple Hardware Test" on the computer. 98 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting If you suspect a problem with one of sound or data when the disk is a problem with your computer hardware  You can use the Apple Hardware Test application to check the drive. If you have trouble ejecting a disc  Quit any applications that might become active and...
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... network administrator. Reinstalling the Software That Came With Your Computer Use the software installation discs that came with your computer. Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 99 If you should back up the data on your hard disk before installing Mac OS X and other applications. 2 Make sure your power adapter is not responsible for the latest troubleshooting information and software updates. Because the Erase and Install option erases your destination disk, you have a problem using...
... network administrator. Reinstalling the Software That Came With Your Computer Use the software installation discs that came with your computer. Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 99 If you should back up the data on your hard disk before installing Mac OS X and other applications. 2 Make sure your power adapter is not responsible for the latest troubleshooting information and software updates. Because the Erase and Install option erases your destination disk, you have a problem using...
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...; The MacBook Pro power adapter port contains a magnet. Use only the power adapter that your computer needs service or repair. Â You want to remove any parts. Â The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged. Â You spill something into the case. Â Your computer is exposed to rain or any kind into the MacBook Pro ventilation openings. Â Use caution when handling the battery. There...
...; The MacBook Pro power adapter port contains a magnet. Use only the power adapter that your computer needs service or repair. Â You want to remove any parts. Â The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged. Â You spill something into the case. Â Your computer is exposed to rain or any kind into the MacBook Pro ventilation openings. Â Use caution when handling the battery. There...
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... not use Setup Assistant to configure your computer and enter information in Network Setup Assistant. Gathering the Information You Need You can write the information you already started up connection, gather the following information:  Service provider name  User or account name  Password  ISP phone number  Alternate phone number  Dialing prefix to obtain an outside line Appendix C Connecting to configure your Internet connection. 4 Turn...
... not use Setup Assistant to configure your computer and enter information in Network Setup Assistant. Gathering the Information You Need You can write the information you already started up connection, gather the following information:  Service provider name  User or account name  Password  ISP phone number  Alternate phone number  Dialing prefix to obtain an outside line Appendix C Connecting to configure your Internet connection. 4 Turn...
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... installer opens, choose Installer > Reset Password from the software install and restore disc that came with your MacBook Pro to the VGA connector of your MacBook Pro can become warm because it 's designed to keep the MacBook Pro operating at normal temperatures. For more information, see "Using Your MacBook Pro" on the external display by using the Displays pane of System Preferences or the Displays status menu in the menu bar. I hear a fan coming on and my MacBook Pro...
... installer opens, choose Installer > Reset Password from the software install and restore disc that came with your MacBook Pro to the VGA connector of your MacBook Pro can become warm because it 's designed to keep the MacBook Pro operating at normal temperatures. For more information, see "Using Your MacBook Pro" on the external display by using the Displays pane of System Preferences or the Displays status menu in the menu bar. I hear a fan coming on and my MacBook Pro...
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... replacing the battery 37 turning off IR 38 using 35 application freeze 47 applications 46 audio line in port 21 B battery calibrating 24 charging 79 conserving power 79, 127 disposal 78, 133 general information 77 indicator lights 77 power 79 removing 84 replacing 91 storing 108 tips 79 blinking question mark 13 Bluetooth preferences 65, 80 Bluetooth technology 64 brightness controls 19 built-in speakers 17, 71 built-in video camera...
... replacing the battery 37 turning off IR 38 using 35 application freeze 47 applications 46 audio line in port 21 B battery calibrating 24 charging 79 conserving power 79, 127 disposal 78, 133 general information 77 indicator lights 77 power 79 removing 84 replacing 91 storing 108 tips 79 blinking question mark 13 Bluetooth preferences 65, 80 Bluetooth technology 64 brightness controls 19 built-in speakers 17, 71 built-in video camera...
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... USB printers 54 a VCR 70 a video device 70 video cameras 57 wirelessly 62 conserving battery power 127 controls brightness 19 keyboard 19 volume 19 cord, AC power 9 D Dashboard 19, 44 Dashboard & Exposé preferences 45 default resolution 29 Desktop & Screen Saver preferences 46 DHCP. connecting Bluetooth enabled devices 64 a cable modem 10 a DSL modem 10 to an Ethernet network 10 an external display 69 external devices 54 FireWire devices 57 flat-panel display 71 headphones 49 to VGA adapter...
... USB printers 54 a VCR 70 a video device 70 video cameras 57 wirelessly 62 conserving battery power 127 controls brightness 19 keyboard 19 volume 19 cord, AC power 9 D Dashboard 19, 44 Dashboard & Exposé preferences 45 default resolution 29 Desktop & Screen Saver preferences 46 DHCP. connecting Bluetooth enabled devices 64 a cable modem 10 a DSL modem 10 to an Ethernet network 10 an external display 69 external devices 54 FireWire devices 57 flat-panel display 71 headphones 49 to VGA adapter...
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... black 96 hard disk 98 Internet connection 98, 121 pointer won't move 94 PPPoE connections 122 trouble ejecting a disc 98 trouble using AirPort 97 turning the computer on 13 with an application 97 See also troubleshooting putting your MacBook Pro to connect manually 119 Setup Assistant 14 shutting down 23 sleep indicator light 17 mode 22 slot-loading optical drive 17 Software Update 47 speakers 17, 71 Spotlight 44 Startup Disk preferences 58 138 Index See Apple Remote removing...
... black 96 hard disk 98 Internet connection 98, 121 pointer won't move 94 PPPoE connections 122 trouble ejecting a disc 98 trouble using AirPort 97 turning the computer on 13 with an application 97 See also troubleshooting putting your MacBook Pro to connect manually 119 Setup Assistant 14 shutting down 23 sleep indicator light 17 mode 22 slot-loading optical drive 17 Software Update 47 speakers 17, 71 Spotlight 44 Startup Disk preferences 58 138 Index See Apple Remote removing...