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... Box 9 Setting Up Your MacBook Pro 15 Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2: Life with Your MacBook Pro 20 Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro 22 Additional Features of Your MacBook Pro 24 Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro 26 Ports on Your MacBook Pro 28 Using the Trackpad and Keyboard 29 Using the MacBook Pro Battery 31 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost...
... Box 9 Setting Up Your MacBook Pro 15 Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2: Life with Your MacBook Pro 20 Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro 22 Additional Features of Your MacBook Pro 24 Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro 26 Ports on Your MacBook Pro 28 Using the Trackpad and Keyboard 29 Using the MacBook Pro Battery 31 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost...
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... adapter, making sure it in their completely extended position. Make sure the AC plug is seated firmly. Attach the included AC power cord to the MacBook Pro and charge the battery.
... adapter, making sure it in their completely extended position. Make sure the AC plug is seated firmly. Attach the included AC power cord to the MacBook Pro and charge the battery.
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..., connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook Pro, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. ® ® Note: When you first connect the power adapter to your MacBook Pro, an indicator light on your MacBook Pro and the other end to a cable modem, DSL modem... from the online Apple Store at www.apple.com/store or from the modem into a USB port on the MagSafe connector starts to glow. An amber light indicates the battery is not installed. Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 11 A green light indicates that the battery is fully charged or...
..., connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook Pro, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. ® ® Note: When you first connect the power adapter to your MacBook Pro, an indicator light on your MacBook Pro and the other end to a cable modem, DSL modem... from the online Apple Store at www.apple.com/store or from the modem into a USB port on the MagSafe connector starts to glow. An amber light indicates the battery is not installed. Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 11 A green light indicates that the battery is fully charged or...
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...: m Choose Apple () > Shut Down from the menu bar. If you plan to store your MacBook Pro, do one of time, see "Important Handling Information" on page 67 for a day or two, it's best to shut it to wake up your MacBook Pro for information about how to prevent the battery from sleep,... your applications, documents, and computer settings are exactly as you left them. To wake your MacBook Pro: Â If the display is already open it down. Shutting Down ...
...: m Choose Apple () > Shut Down from the menu bar. If you plan to store your MacBook Pro, do one of time, see "Important Handling Information" on page 67 for a day or two, it's best to shut it to wake up your MacBook Pro for information about how to prevent the battery from sleep,... your applications, documents, and computer settings are exactly as you left them. To wake your MacBook Pro: Â If the display is already open it down. Shutting Down ...
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Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro ® Power button Trackpad Trackpad button ® Battery (underneath) Sleep indicator light Display release button Slot-loading SuperDrive 20 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro
Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro ® Power button Trackpad Trackpad button ® Battery (underneath) Sleep indicator light Display release button Slot-loading SuperDrive 20 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro
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...-size CDs and DVDs. ® Power button Turn your MacBook Pro on the trackpad, or scroll with Your MacBook Pro 21 Slot-loading SuperDrive This optical drive reads and writes to release the display and open your MacBook Pro using battery power when you are away from a power outlet. Trackpad ...and trackpad button Move the pointer on the MacBook Pro display with one finger on...
...-size CDs and DVDs. ® Power button Turn your MacBook Pro on the trackpad, or scroll with Your MacBook Pro 21 Slot-loading SuperDrive This optical drive reads and writes to release the display and open your MacBook Pro using battery power when you are away from a power outlet. Trackpad ...and trackpad button Move the pointer on the MacBook Pro display with one finger on...
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... slot. To eject an ExpressCard, push gently on it to your MacBook Pro. The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't require an ...or another computer. ExpressCard/34 slot Expand the capabilities of your MacBook Pro with Your MacBook Pro 27 H Two FireWire ports (FireWire 400 and FireWire 800) ...included 85W MagSafe Power Adapter to recharge the MacBook Pro battery. G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Connect to connect a VGA.... ¯ MagSafe power port Plug in port Connect your MacBook Pro to a line-level microphone or digital audio equipment. Chapter...
... slot. To eject an ExpressCard, push gently on it to your MacBook Pro. The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't require an ...or another computer. ExpressCard/34 slot Expand the capabilities of your MacBook Pro with Your MacBook Pro 27 H Two FireWire ports (FireWire 400 and FireWire 800) ...included 85W MagSafe Power Adapter to recharge the MacBook Pro battery. G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Connect to connect a VGA.... ¯ MagSafe power port Plug in port Connect your MacBook Pro to a line-level microphone or digital audio equipment. Chapter...
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... show how much charge is left. To replace a low battery with the battery in the power adapter to your MacBook Pro. The length of your MacBook Pro. Using the MacBook Pro Battery When the MagSafe power adapter is connected. Chapter 2 Life with a fully charged battery (see page 44). If the battery runs low while you use and the external devices connected...
... show how much charge is left. To replace a low battery with the battery in the power adapter to your MacBook Pro. The length of your MacBook Pro. Using the MacBook Pro Battery When the MagSafe power adapter is connected. Chapter 2 Life with a fully charged battery (see page 44). If the battery runs low while you use and the external devices connected...
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... be checked by viewing the Battery ( ) status icon in use, and adjust your Energy Saver settings. For more information about battery conservation and performance tips, go to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. 30 Chapter 2... Life with the applications, peripheral devices, and system settings you are currently using. To conserve battery power, close applications and disconnect peripheral devices not in the menu bar. The battery charge level displayed is based on the amount of battery charge left in the battery with Your MacBook Pro...
... be checked by viewing the Battery ( ) status icon in use, and adjust your Energy Saver settings. For more information about battery conservation and performance tips, go to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. 30 Chapter 2... Life with the applications, peripheral devices, and system settings you are currently using. To conserve battery power, close applications and disconnect peripheral devices not in the menu bar. The battery charge level displayed is based on the amount of battery charge left in the battery with Your MacBook Pro...
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...or in Mac Help on your computer and on the keyboard. The battery recharges more information about using your MacBook Pro is off , or in the search field, type a question, and press Return on the Internet at www.apple.com/support/macbookpro. Getting Answers Much more quickly, however, if the... computer is available in sleep. Charging the Battery When the power adapter that came with Your MacBook Pro 31 To get Mac Help: 1 Click the Finder icon in...
...or in Mac Help on your computer and on the keyboard. The battery recharges more information about using your MacBook Pro is off , or in the search field, type a question, and press Return on the Internet at www.apple.com/support/macbookpro. Getting Answers Much more quickly, however, if the... computer is available in sleep. Charging the Battery When the power adapter that came with Your MacBook Pro 31 To get Mac Help: 1 Click the Finder icon in...
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... Specifications page at www.apple.com/support/ bluetooth. Or open System Profiler by choosing Apple (K) > About This Mac from the menu bar, and then click More Info. Front Row Search for "battery" in Mac Help. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 33 To learn about ...See Using Bluetooth wireless technology The Bluetooth Support page at www.apple.com/support/specs. Or open the Bluetooth File Exchange application...
... Specifications page at www.apple.com/support/ bluetooth. Or open System Profiler by choosing Apple (K) > About This Mac from the menu bar, and then click More Info. Front Row Search for "battery" in Mac Help. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 33 To learn about ...See Using Bluetooth wireless technology The Bluetooth Support page at www.apple.com/support/specs. Or open the Bluetooth File Exchange application...
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WARNING: Apple recommends that meets the following specifications:  Double Data Rate Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module (DDR SO-DIMM) format  1.25 inch or smaller ... an Apple-certified technician install memory. Your MacBook Pro comes with your MacBook Pro. If you attempt to contact Apple for service. Your computer has two memory slots that came with a minimum of 2 gigabytes (GB) of memory. This chapter provides information and instructions for installing additional memory and for removing and replacing the battery in the battery bay...
WARNING: Apple recommends that meets the following specifications:  Double Data Rate Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module (DDR SO-DIMM) format  1.25 inch or smaller ... an Apple-certified technician install memory. Your MacBook Pro comes with your MacBook Pro. If you attempt to contact Apple for service. Your computer has two memory slots that came with a minimum of 2 gigabytes (GB) of memory. This chapter provides information and instructions for installing additional memory and for removing and replacing the battery in the battery bay...
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Disconnect the power adapter, Ethernet cable, and any other cords connected to the MacBook Pro to prevent damaging the computer. WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. Step 1: Remove the battery. 1 Shut down your MacBook Pro. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 37 Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery. See the battery safety information on page 66. The following procedure includes instructions for removing the battery, adding memory, and replacing the battery.
Disconnect the power adapter, Ethernet cable, and any other cords connected to the MacBook Pro to prevent damaging the computer. WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. Step 1: Remove the battery. 1 Shut down your MacBook Pro. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 37 Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery. See the battery safety information on page 66. The following procedure includes instructions for removing the battery, adding memory, and replacing the battery.
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The battery should pop up . Slide both latches up slightly. WARNING: The internal components of the battery. If you have been using your MacBook Pro can be hot. 2 Turn over the MacBook Pro and locate the release latches on either side of your MacBook Pro, wait 10 minutes after shutting it out. Lift it down to let the internal components cool before continuing. 38 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory
The battery should pop up . Slide both latches up slightly. WARNING: The internal components of the battery. If you have been using your MacBook Pro can be hot. 2 Turn over the MacBook Pro and locate the release latches on either side of your MacBook Pro, wait 10 minutes after shutting it out. Lift it down to let the internal components cool before continuing. 38 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory
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Step 2: Install memory. 1 Using a Phillips #00 screwdriver, unscrew the screws holding the memory door and remove it from the battery bay of your MacBook Pro, you may have three or four screws. 15-inch MacBook Pro 17-inch MacBook Pro Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 39 Depending on the model of the computer.
Step 2: Install memory. 1 Using a Phillips #00 screwdriver, unscrew the screws holding the memory door and remove it from the battery bay of your MacBook Pro, you may have three or four screws. 15-inch MacBook Pro 17-inch MacBook Pro Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 39 Depending on the model of the computer.
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Step 3: Replace the battery. 1 Place the bottom edge of the battery down until the battery latches lock into place. 2 Reconnect the power adapter and any other cables that were attached. 44 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory Gently press the top edge of the battery in the battery compartment.
Step 3: Replace the battery. 1 Place the bottom edge of the battery down until the battery latches lock into place. 2 Reconnect the power adapter and any other cables that were attached. 44 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory Gently press the top edge of the battery in the battery compartment.
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... reset the parameter RAM (PRAM). Â If you still can't start up your MacBook Pro, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 59 for information about contacting Apple for service. If your MacBook Pro doesn't turn on when you plug in order until your computer turns on: Â... Make sure the power adapter is glowing continuously. Â If the problem persists, reset the MacBook Pro power manager by disconnecting the power adapter, removing the battery, ...
... reset the parameter RAM (PRAM). Â If you still can't start up your MacBook Pro, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 59 for information about contacting Apple for service. If your MacBook Pro doesn't turn on when you plug in order until your computer turns on: Â... Make sure the power adapter is glowing continuously. Â If the problem persists, reset the MacBook Pro power manager by disconnecting the power adapter, removing the battery, ...
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... set for all other accounts. 1 Insert the Mac OS X Install Disc 1. Then restart your administrator password and passwords for the battery. If you have trouble ejecting a disc  Quit any applications that are connected to your MacBook Pro, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power (®) button to restart the system. 3 Let the...
... set for all other accounts. 1 Insert the Mac OS X Install Disc 1. Then restart your administrator password and passwords for the battery. If you have trouble ejecting a disc  Quit any applications that are connected to your MacBook Pro, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power (®) button to restart the system. 3 Let the...
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..., and local and national telephone rates may apply. For information about removing the battery, see page 37. Click Hardware in the Contents panel. Â Remove the battery and view the serial number for your computer's serial number: Â Choose Apple () from the menu bar and then choose About This Mac. Click the... serial number. Â Click the Finder icon and open /Applications/Utilities/System Profiler. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 61 Telephone numbers are subject to find your MacBook Pro in the battery bay.
..., and local and national telephone rates may apply. For information about removing the battery, see page 37. Click Hardware in the Contents panel. Â Remove the battery and view the serial number for your computer's serial number: Â Choose Apple () from the menu bar and then choose About This Mac. Click the... serial number. Â Click the Finder icon and open /Applications/Utilities/System Profiler. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 61 Telephone numbers are subject to find your MacBook Pro in the battery bay.
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Disconnect the power adapter, remove the battery, and disconnect any other cables if any of this product. Always plug the power adapter directly into the MagSafe power port, remove it on the ... power adapter has been dropped, the case has been damaged, or you suspect that service or repair is compatible with this port. To preserve your MacBook Pro, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that can erase data on page 68). Â The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged. Â Your...
Disconnect the power adapter, remove the battery, and disconnect any other cables if any of this product. Always plug the power adapter directly into the MagSafe power port, remove it on the ... power adapter has been dropped, the case has been damaged, or you suspect that service or repair is compatible with this port. To preserve your MacBook Pro, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that can erase data on page 68). Â The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged. Â Your...