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...for help getting Mac Help, see onscreen. If you are new to get started . Apple may be found on your computer in Mac Help. Make sure you look over the information in this MacBook. Many answers to find out about getting started . Important: Read all the installation instructions... software, so the images shown in Chapter 2, "Life with Your MacBook," to questions can set it right away. Important: Remove the protective film around the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter before you first use your computer. Your MacBook is designed so that you can be slightly different from what you ...
...for help getting Mac Help, see onscreen. If you are new to get started . Apple may be found on your computer in Mac Help. Make sure you look over the information in this MacBook. Many answers to find out about getting started . Important: Read all the installation instructions... software, so the images shown in Chapter 2, "Life with Your MacBook," to questions can set it right away. Important: Remove the protective film around the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter before you first use your computer. Your MacBook is designed so that you can be slightly different from what you ...
MacBook Manual
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What's in the Box MENU AC plug 60W MagSafe Power Adapter Apple Remote AC power cord Setting Up Your MacBook Your MacBook is designed so that you through the setup process, including these tasks:  Plugging in the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter  Connecting cables and accessing a network  Turning on your MacBook and using the trackpad  Configuring a user account and other settings using it right away. The following pages take you can set it up quickly and start using Setup Assistant  Setting up the Mac OS X desktop and preferences Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 9
What's in the Box MENU AC plug 60W MagSafe Power Adapter Apple Remote AC power cord Setting Up Your MacBook Your MacBook is designed so that you through the setup process, including these tasks:  Plugging in the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter  Connecting cables and accessing a network  Turning on your MacBook and using the trackpad  Configuring a user account and other settings using it right away. The following pages take you can set it up quickly and start using Setup Assistant  Setting up the Mac OS X desktop and preferences Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 9
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... is fully inserted into the power adapter and the electrical prongs on your power adapter, first pull the AC plug up to the MacBook and charge the battery. When disconnecting the power adapter from an outlet or from the adapter. As the MagSafe connector gets close to the adapter, making sure it in. The AC power cord provides a grounded connection...
... is fully inserted into the power adapter and the electrical prongs on your power adapter, first pull the AC plug up to the MacBook and charge the battery. When disconnecting the power adapter from an outlet or from the adapter. As the MagSafe connector gets close to the adapter, making sure it in. The AC power cord provides a grounded connection...
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... a network, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook, an indicator light on your MacBook, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. Note: When you first connect the power adapter to your MacBook and the other end to glow. If you need the external... Apple USB Modem, available for purchase from the online Apple Store at www.apple.com/store or from the modem into ...
... a network, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook, an indicator light on your MacBook, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. Note: When you first connect the power adapter to your MacBook and the other end to glow. If you need the external... Apple USB Modem, available for purchase from the online Apple Store at www.apple.com/store or from the modem into ...
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...camera, and more to your MacBook to a line-level microphone or digital audio equipment. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. , Audio in/optical digital audio in the included 60W MagSafe Power Adapter to prevent theft. Chapter ...2 Life with Your MacBook 25 Depending on the type of external device you're...
...camera, and more to your MacBook to a line-level microphone or digital audio equipment. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. , Audio in/optical digital audio in the included 60W MagSafe Power Adapter to prevent theft. Chapter ...2 Life with Your MacBook 25 Depending on the type of external device you're...
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...charge 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 not connected, your computer. Plug in or out of time that you can check the charge with a charged ... briefly to let the battery recharge, or replace the drained battery with Your MacBook 27 The length of the MacBook. If the battery runs low while you use and the external devices connected to a power adapter, shut down your MacBook draws power from its battery. You can help conserve battery charge.
...charge 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 not connected, your computer. Plug in or out of time that you can check the charge with a charged ... briefly to let the battery recharge, or replace the drained battery with Your MacBook 27 The length of the MacBook. If the battery runs low while you use and the external devices connected to a power adapter, shut down your MacBook draws power from its battery. You can help conserve battery charge.
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...When the power adapter that came with your Energy Saver settings. 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 based on , off or in the battery with Your MacBook The ...battery charge level displayed is off , or in use, and adjust your MacBook is connected, the battery recharges ...
...When the power adapter that came with your Energy Saver settings. 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 based on , off or in the battery with Your MacBook The ...battery charge level displayed is off , or in use, and adjust your MacBook is connected, the battery recharges ...
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Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 35 Disconnect the power adapter, Ethernet cable, and any other cords connected to the MacBook to prevent damaging the computer. WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. The following procedure includes instructions for removing the battery, adding memory, and replacing 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.
Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 35 Disconnect the power adapter, Ethernet cable, and any other cords connected to the MacBook to prevent damaging the computer. WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. The following procedure includes instructions for removing the battery, adding memory, and replacing 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 counterclockwise to lock the battery into the battery compartment. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 41 Step 3: Replace 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 41 Step 3: Replace 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.
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... and try unplugging and replugging the power cord to reseat it down by pressing the power (®) button while holding down the Option key. If the power adapter stops charging and you plug in order until that came with Your MacBook" on : Â Make sure the power adapter is flashing, allow the power adapter to 10 seconds. See "Reinstalling...
... and try unplugging and replugging the power cord to reseat it down by pressing the power (®) button while holding down the Option key. If the power adapter stops charging and you plug in order until that came with Your MacBook" on : Â Make sure the power adapter is flashing, allow the power adapter to 10 seconds. See "Reinstalling...
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... seconds. Â If you recently installed additional memory, make sure that 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 at the Battery ( ) status icon in any devices ...time. See whether removing it is compatible with your computer. To see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 54 for information about contacting Apple for service. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 47 This resets the parameter RAM (PRAM). Â If you still can't start up your work....
... seconds. Â If you recently installed additional memory, make sure that 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 at the Battery ( ) status icon in any devices ...time. See whether removing it is compatible with your computer. To see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 54 for information about contacting Apple for service. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 47 This resets the parameter RAM (PRAM). Â If you still can't start up your work....
MacBook Manual
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... Utilities > Reset Password from your computer except the power adapter. If you have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect it. 2 Restart your MacBook while holding down the trackpad button. Follow the onscreen instructions. If you forget your password You can use the Apple Hardware Test application to use Apple Hardware Test: 1 Disconnect all other accounts. 1 Insert...
... Utilities > Reset Password from your computer except the power adapter. If you have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect it. 2 Restart your MacBook while holding down the trackpad button. Follow the onscreen instructions. If you forget your password You can use the Apple Hardware Test application to use Apple Hardware Test: 1 Disconnect all other accounts. 1 Insert...
MacBook Manual
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...that came with your computer. Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook You can use the software installation discs that came with your hard disk before installing Mac OS X and other applications. 2 Make sure your power adapter is not responsible for "Software Update" in . 3 Insert the ... computer: 1 Back up the data on your computer. 4 Double-click Install Mac OS X and Bundled Software. Important: Apple recommends that came with your essential files. Apple is connected and plugged in Mac Help. Â For the latest information about Mac OS X, go to reinstall Mac OS...
...that came with your computer. Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook You can use the software installation discs that came with your hard disk before installing Mac OS X and other applications. 2 Make sure your power adapter is not responsible for "Software Update" in . 3 Insert the ... computer: 1 Back up the data on your computer. 4 Double-click Install Mac OS X and Bundled Software. Important: Apple recommends that came with your essential files. Apple is connected and plugged in Mac Help. Â For the latest information about Mac OS X, go to reinstall Mac OS...
MacBook Manual
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..., but Not Least 59 Always put the power adapter directly into a power outlet. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that can erase data on the floor in a well-ventilated location. The MagSafe power port contains a magnet that is fully inserted into the power adapter before plugging the adapter into a power outlet, or place it gently with this port...
..., but Not Least 59 Always put the power adapter directly into a power outlet. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that can erase data on the floor in a well-ventilated location. The MagSafe power port contains a magnet that is fully inserted into the power adapter before plugging the adapter into a power outlet, or place it gently with this port...
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... the cloth with water if necessary. Irregularly shaped discs or discs smaller than five months, discharge the battery to store your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Storing your MacBook If you are not supported and can become lodged in a cool location (ideally, 71° F or 22° C) and discharge the...
... the cloth with water if necessary. Irregularly shaped discs or discs smaller than five months, discharge the battery to store your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Storing your MacBook If you are not supported and can become lodged in a cool location (ideally, 71° F or 22° C) and discharge the...
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See power adapter AC power cord 10 adapter, power. See power adapter AirPort Extreme troubleshooting 52 AppleCare 55 Apple Hardware Test 48 Apple Remote 21, 31 application freeze 44 applications Front Row 21, 31 iChat AV 21 iLife '08 30 Keynote 21 audio line in port 25 B battery ... software 52 drive, optical 21 DSL modem 11 E ejecting a disc 48 environmental impact 65 ergonomics 63 74 Looking for Something? Index A AC plug 10 AC power adapter.
See power adapter AC power cord 10 adapter, power. See power adapter AirPort Extreme troubleshooting 52 AppleCare 55 Apple Hardware Test 48 Apple Remote 21, 31 application freeze 44 applications Front Row 21, 31 iChat AV 21 iLife '08 30 Keynote 21 audio line in port 25 B battery ... software 52 drive, optical 21 DSL modem 11 E ejecting a disc 48 environmental impact 65 ergonomics 63 74 Looking for Something? Index A AC plug 10 AC power adapter.
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See power adapter MagSafe power port 25 media controls 23 Media Eject key 23 memory checking 42 installing 34, 35, 37 specifications 34 mercury 70 microphone 21 ...optical drive about 21 supported disc size 62 P password, resetting 48 Play/pause key 23 plug, AC 10 ports on MacBook 25 power adapter plugging in 59 port 25 using 10 power button 12, 21 problems computer freezes 45 computer won't turn on 46 pointer won't move 44 Looking for Something? 75... application 21 keys function 23 Media Eject 23 L lights battery 27 sleep indicator 21 M Mac Help 29 Mac OS X website 30 MagSafe power adapter.
See power adapter MagSafe power port 25 media controls 23 Media Eject key 23 memory checking 42 installing 34, 35, 37 specifications 34 mercury 70 microphone 21 ...optical drive about 21 supported disc size 62 P password, resetting 48 Play/pause key 23 plug, AC 10 ports on MacBook 25 power adapter plugging in 59 port 25 using 10 power button 12, 21 problems computer freezes 45 computer won't turn on 46 pointer won't move 44 Looking for Something? 75... application 21 keys function 23 Media Eject 23 L lights battery 27 sleep indicator 21 M Mac Help 29 Mac OS X website 30 MagSafe power adapter.
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...the battery 35 replacing the battery 41 resetting your password 48 Rewind key 23 right click 26 S safety general safety instructions 58 power adapter 59 screen goes black 47 setting brightness 23 See also display scrolling trackpad feature 21 scrolling with two fingers 26 SDRAM specifications 34 ...Profiler 55 T trackpad location 21 scrolling 21 trackpad shortcuts 26 troubleshooting AirPort 52 AppleCare 55 computer freezes 45 computer won't turn on your MacBook 12 typing position 63 U updating software 52 USB connections 31 ports 25 V video camera indicator light 21 mini-DVI port 25 volume ...
...the battery 35 replacing the battery 41 resetting your password 48 Rewind key 23 right click 26 S safety general safety instructions 58 power adapter 59 screen goes black 47 setting brightness 23 See also display scrolling trackpad feature 21 scrolling with two fingers 26 SDRAM specifications 34 ...Profiler 55 T trackpad location 21 scrolling 21 trackpad shortcuts 26 troubleshooting AirPort 52 AppleCare 55 computer freezes 45 computer won't turn on your MacBook 12 typing position 63 U updating software 52 USB connections 31 ports 25 V video camera indicator light 21 mini-DVI port 25 volume ...
MacBook User Guide
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Contents 7 Chapter 1: Getting Started 8 Setting Up Your MacBook Pro 16 Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro 18 Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro 20 Additional Features of Your MacBook Pro 22 Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down 24 Calibrating Your Battery 25 Getting More Information 27 Chapter 2: Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro 28 Adjusting Your Display 30 Using Your Power Adapter 31 Using the Trackpad 33 Using the Keyboard 34 Using a Mouse 35 Using the Apple Remote and Front Row 39 Using the Built-in iSight Camera 42 Getting Answers Using Mac Help 3
Contents 7 Chapter 1: Getting Started 8 Setting Up Your MacBook Pro 16 Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro 18 Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro 20 Additional Features of Your MacBook Pro 22 Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down 24 Calibrating Your Battery 25 Getting More Information 27 Chapter 2: Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro 28 Adjusting Your Display 30 Using Your Power Adapter 31 Using the Trackpad 33 Using the Keyboard 34 Using a Mouse 35 Using the Apple Remote and Front Row 39 Using the Built-in iSight Camera 42 Getting Answers Using Mac Help 3
MacBook User Guide
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... 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 107 Using Your MacBook Pro 109 Avoiding Hearing Damage 111 Understanding Ergonomics 113 Apple and the Environment 115 Appendix C: Connecting to the Internet 117 Gathering the Information You Need Contents 5
... 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 107 Using Your MacBook Pro 109 Avoiding Hearing Damage 111 Understanding Ergonomics 113 Apple and the Environment 115 Appendix C: Connecting to the Internet 117 Gathering the Information You Need Contents 5