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... MagSafe Power Adapter before you first use your computer. Some computer illustrations might also be slightly different, depending on the model of this chapter for help getting Mac Help, see onscreen. For information about the new features of your MacBook Pro. Important: Read all the installation instructions (and the safety information starting on page 63) carefully before setting up quickly and start using it...
... MagSafe Power Adapter before you first use your computer. Some computer illustrations might also be slightly different, depending on the model of this chapter for help getting Mac Help, see onscreen. For information about the new features of your MacBook Pro. Important: Read all the installation instructions (and the safety information starting on page 63) carefully before setting up quickly and start using it...
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... MagSafe Power Adapter  Connecting cables and accessing a network  Turning on your MacBook Pro and using the trackpad  Configuring a user account and other settings using it up quickly and start using Setup Assistant  Setting up the Mac OS X desktop and preferences Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 9 The following pages take you through the setup process, including these tasks:  Plugging in the Box ® MENU Apple Remote 85W MagSafe Power Adapter DVI...
... MagSafe Power Adapter  Connecting cables and accessing a network  Turning on your MacBook Pro and using the trackpad  Configuring a user account and other settings using it up quickly and start using Setup Assistant  Setting up the Mac OS X desktop and preferences Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 9 The following pages take you through the setup process, including these tasks:  Plugging in the Box ® MENU Apple Remote 85W MagSafe Power Adapter DVI...
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... 2: To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook Pro, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. A green light indicates that the battery is fully charged or is charging. An amber light indicates the battery is not installed. Plug the Apple USB Modem into a USB port on the MagSafe connector starts to a cable modem, DSL modem, or network. If you need the external Apple USB Modem, available...
... 2: To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook Pro, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. A green light indicates that the battery is fully charged or is charging. An amber light indicates the battery is not installed. Plug the Apple USB Modem into a USB port on the MagSafe connector starts to a cable modem, DSL modem, or network. If you need the external Apple USB Modem, available...
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... MacBook Pro to sleep, do one of data or the inability to start up from your computer while the disk is spinning can quickly wake it and bypass the startup process. To put your command center for most settings on the Apple Remote for 3 seconds. Moving your MacBook Pro for the specific preference you 'll be away from the hard disk. For more information, open...
... MacBook Pro to sleep, do one of data or the inability to start up from your computer while the disk is spinning can quickly wake it and bypass the startup process. To put your command center for most settings on the Apple Remote for 3 seconds. Moving your MacBook Pro for the specific preference you 'll be away from the hard disk. For more information, open...
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... computer settings are exactly as you aren't going to use your MacBook Pro for information about how to prevent the battery from the menu bar. The sleep indicator light goes on the Apple Remote. m Press the power (®) button and click Shut Down in the dialog that appears. To wake your MacBook Pro: Â If the display is closed, simply open it down. Shutting Down Your MacBook Pro...
... computer settings are exactly as you aren't going to use your MacBook Pro for information about how to prevent the battery from the menu bar. The sleep indicator light goes on the Apple Remote. m Press the power (®) button and click Shut Down in the dialog that appears. To wake your MacBook Pro: Â If the display is closed, simply open it down. Shutting Down Your MacBook Pro...
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... MacBook Pro. d High-speed USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports Connect a modem, iPod, mouse, keyboard, printer, disk drive, digital camera, joystick, and more to a high-speed Ethernet network, a DSL or cable modem, or another computer. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store) to recharge the MacBook Pro battery. ¯ MagSafe power port Plug in port Connect your MacBook Pro to activate the spring, and then remove it from the slot. The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices...
... MacBook Pro. d High-speed USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports Connect a modem, iPod, mouse, keyboard, printer, disk drive, digital camera, joystick, and more to a high-speed Ethernet network, a DSL or cable modem, or another computer. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store) to recharge the MacBook Pro battery. ¯ MagSafe power port Plug in port Connect your MacBook Pro to activate the spring, and then remove it from the slot. The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices...
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... the active window. Here are some useful trackpad and keyboard tips and shortcuts: Â Secondary clicking or "right-clicking" lets you press the Delete key. 28 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro To set this option, select "Place two fingers on trackpad and click button for secondary click" in the Trackpad pane of Keyboard & Mouse preferences. Â Forward deleting deletes characters to scroll...
... the active window. Here are some useful trackpad and keyboard tips and shortcuts: Â Secondary clicking or "right-clicking" lets you press the Delete key. 28 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro To set this option, select "Place two fingers on trackpad and click button for secondary click" in the Trackpad pane of Keyboard & Mouse preferences. Â Forward deleting deletes characters to scroll...
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... "display port" in Mac Help. Specifications The Specifications page at www.apple.com/support/ bluetooth. Connecting an external display Search for "Front Row" in the Utilities folder within the Applications folder, and choose Help > Bluetooth Help. Or open the Bluetooth File Exchange application, located in Mac Help. Apple Remote Search for "printing" in Mac Help. To learn about See Using Bluetooth wireless technology The Bluetooth Support page at www.apple.com/support/specs. Connecting a printer...
... "display port" in Mac Help. Specifications The Specifications page at www.apple.com/support/ bluetooth. Connecting an external display Search for "Front Row" in the Utilities folder within the Applications folder, and choose Help > Bluetooth Help. Or open the Bluetooth File Exchange application, located in Mac Help. Apple Remote Search for "printing" in Mac Help. To learn about See Using Bluetooth wireless technology The Bluetooth Support page at www.apple.com/support/specs. Connecting a printer...
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... damage is not covered by removing the memory door in your computer for information about how to contact Apple for a maximum of 4 GB of 667 MHz Double Data Rate (DDR2) Synchronous Dynamic Random-Access Memory (SDRAM) installed. Your MacBook Pro comes with your MacBook Pro. Both memory slots can add two 2 GB memory modules for service. Consult the service and support information that meets the following specifications: Â Double...
... damage is not covered by removing the memory door in your computer for information about how to contact Apple for a maximum of 4 GB of 667 MHz Double Data Rate (DDR2) Synchronous Dynamic Random-Access Memory (SDRAM) installed. Your MacBook Pro comes with your MacBook Pro. Both memory slots can add two 2 GB memory modules for service. Consult the service and support information that meets the following specifications: Â Double...
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... from the menu bar. To force an application to the problem. Read on to find some solutions to the System folder. Â Any new hardware that led up to quit: 1 Press Command (x)-Option-Esc or choose Apple () > Force Quit from Using Your MacBook Pro If your MacBook Pro. When you experience a problem working with your computer. Problems that occur only with a specific application might indicate that...
... from the menu bar. To force an application to the problem. Read on to find some solutions to the System folder. Â Any new hardware that led up to quit: 1 Press Command (x)-Option-Esc or choose Apple () > Force Quit from Using Your MacBook Pro If your MacBook Pro. When you experience a problem working with your computer. Problems that occur only with a specific application might indicate that...
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... whether the battery needs to reset the parameter RAM (PRAM). Â If you still can't start up your MacBook Pro, see "Installing Additional Memory" on page 37). Â Press the power (®) button and immediately hold down the Command (x), Option, P, and R keys simultaneously until that came with your computer. If a single indicator light is flashing, allow the power adapter to charge the battery at least until you hear the startup sound a second...
... whether the battery needs to reset the parameter RAM (PRAM). Â If you still can't start up your MacBook Pro, see "Installing Additional Memory" on page 37). Â Press the power (®) button and immediately hold down the Command (x), Option, P, and R keys simultaneously until that came with your computer. If a single indicator light is flashing, allow the power adapter to charge the battery at least until you hear the startup sound a second...
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... the battery has charged, click the Battery ( ) status icon in any external devices and resuming your work , restart the computer and then immediately press and hold down the C key as it starts up. 2 Choose Utilities > Reset Password from the menu bar and follow the onscreen instructions. The display might also darken if you have trouble ejecting a disc  Quit any applications that might be using the disc and...
... the battery has charged, click the Battery ( ) status icon in any external devices and resuming your work , restart the computer and then immediately press and hold down the C key as it starts up. 2 Choose Utilities > Reset Password from the menu bar and follow the onscreen instructions. The display might also darken if you have trouble ejecting a disc  Quit any applications that might be using the disc and...
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... the onscreen instructions. 5 If Apple Hardware Test detects a problem, it . 2 Insert the Mac OS X Install Disc 1 that came with one of the computer's components, such as it starts up an Internet connection. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 53 Make a note of the error code before pursuing support options. To use Apple Hardware Test: 1 Disconnect all external devices from your computer except the power adapter. If you have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect it displays an error code. Using Apple Hardware Test...
... the onscreen instructions. 5 If Apple Hardware Test detects a problem, it . 2 Insert the Mac OS X Install Disc 1 that came with one of the computer's components, such as it starts up an Internet connection. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 53 Make a note of the error code before pursuing support options. To use Apple Hardware Test: 1 Disconnect all external devices from your computer except the power adapter. If you have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect it displays an error code. Using Apple Hardware Test...
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... the instructions that came with your location. 56 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Repositioning or rotating the computer might improve reception.  Check the AirPort (Z) status icon in the menu bar. Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication If you have trouble using AirPort Extreme wireless communication  Make sure the computer or network you are within antenna range of sharing the connection, also...
... the instructions that came with your location. 56 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Repositioning or rotating the computer might improve reception.  Check the AirPort (Z) status icon in the menu bar. Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication If you have trouble using AirPort Extreme wireless communication  Make sure the computer or network you are within antenna range of sharing the connection, also...
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... help , System Profiler, or Apple Hardware Test. It shows you need service, contact Apple or take your questions, as well as instructions and troubleshooting information, in Mac Help. Choose Help > Mac Help. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 59 Online Resources For online service and support information, go to an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook Pro does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the memory.
... help , System Profiler, or Apple Hardware Test. It shows you need service, contact Apple or take your questions, as well as instructions and troubleshooting information, in Mac Help. Choose Help > Mac Help. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 59 Online Resources For online service and support information, go to an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook Pro does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the memory.
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... computer through vent openings or the optical drive slot or get stuck inside a port. Also, keep magnetically sensitive items away from the MagSafe power port. Turning on your MacBook Pro Never turn on your computer contains a laser that could result in damage to your eyes if disassembled. Operating the computer when parts are in relation to the port. The optical disc drive in your MacBook Pro unless all...
... computer through vent openings or the optical drive slot or get stuck inside a port. Also, keep magnetically sensitive items away from the MagSafe power port. Turning on your MacBook Pro Never turn on your computer contains a laser that could result in damage to your eyes if disassembled. Operating the computer when parts are in relation to the port. The optical disc drive in your MacBook Pro unless all...
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...Operation is subject to provide reasonable protection against such interference in Part 15 of FCC rules. These specifications are on circuits controlled by using one or more of the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this product not authorized by turning...with Apple's instructions-it is not installed and used properly-that you use of the FCC rules. Regulatory Compliance Information Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables (including Ethernet network cables) ...
...Operation is subject to provide reasonable protection against such interference in Part 15 of FCC rules. These specifications are on circuits controlled by using one or more of the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this product not authorized by turning...with Apple's instructions-it is not installed and used properly-that you use of the FCC rules. Regulatory Compliance Information Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables (including Ethernet network cables) ...
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... checking memory 45 cleaning the display 68 your computer 68 computer freezes 50 inventory 9 turning on 12 won't turn on 51 connecting to a network 11 Control-click 28 controls brightness 25 keyboard 25 volume 25 cord, power 10 D Dashboard 25 desktop, customizing 15 discs, supported 68 display cleaning 68 external 25 goes black 52 release button 21 disposing of batteries 76 disposing of your computer 75 Dock 31 downloading software 57 drive...
... checking memory 45 cleaning the display 68 your computer 68 computer freezes 50 inventory 9 turning on 12 won't turn on 51 connecting to a network 11 Control-click 28 controls brightness 25 keyboard 25 volume 25 cord, power 10 D Dashboard 25 desktop, customizing 15 discs, supported 68 display cleaning 68 external 25 goes black 52 release button 21 disposing of batteries 76 disposing of your computer 75 Dock 31 downloading software 57 drive...
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... installing 36, 37 specifications 36 mercury 75 microphone 23 Migration Assistant 13 modem 11 mouse 27, 70 Mute control 25 N network address translation (NAT) 56 network connections 55 Network Diagnostics 53 Network Setup Assistant 53 number, serial 61 Num Lock key 25 O online resources 59 optical digital audio ports 27 optical drive about 21 supported disc sizes 68 P password, resetting 52 Photo Booth application 23 ports on MacBook Pro 27 power adapter plugging in 65 port 27 using 10 power button...
... installing 36, 37 specifications 36 mercury 75 microphone 23 Migration Assistant 13 modem 11 mouse 27, 70 Mute control 25 N network address translation (NAT) 56 network connections 55 Network Diagnostics 53 Network Setup Assistant 53 number, serial 61 Num Lock key 25 O online resources 59 optical digital audio ports 27 optical drive about 21 supported disc sizes 68 P password, resetting 52 Photo Booth application 23 ports on MacBook Pro 27 power adapter plugging in 65 port 27 using 10 power button...
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... MacBook Pro to sleep 15 Q question mark, flashing 50 R RAM, installing 37 reinstalling software 58 removing the battery 37 replacing the battery 44 resetting your password 52 right click 28 S safety general safety instructions 64 power adapter 65 scrolling trackpad feature 21 scrolling with two fingers 28 SDRAM specifications 36 secondary click 28 security slot 27 serial number, finding 61 service and support 60 Setup Assistant 53 shutting down 16 sleep indicator light 21 mode 15 slot-loading optical drive 21 software...
... MacBook Pro to sleep 15 Q question mark, flashing 50 R RAM, installing 37 reinstalling software 58 removing the battery 37 replacing the battery 44 resetting your password 52 right click 28 S safety general safety instructions 64 power adapter 65 scrolling trackpad feature 21 scrolling with two fingers 28 SDRAM specifications 36 secondary click 28 security slot 27 serial number, finding 61 service and support 60 Setup Assistant 53 shutting down 16 sleep indicator light 21 mode 15 slot-loading optical drive 21 software...