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...Macintosh computers, read this MacBook Pro. If you are new to its system software, so the images shown in Mac Help. Apple may already know enough to find out about getting started . Important: Remove the protective film around the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter before you can be slightly... different, depending on page 31. Your MacBook Pro is designed so that you first use...
...Macintosh computers, read this MacBook Pro. If you are new to its system software, so the images shown in Mac Help. Apple may already know enough to find out about getting started . Important: Remove the protective film around the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter before you can be slightly... different, depending on page 31. Your MacBook Pro is designed so that you first use...
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What's in the Box ® MENU Apple Remote 85W MagSafe Power Adapter DVI to VGA adapter AC power cord Setting Up Your MacBook Pro Your MacBook Pro is designed so that you through the setup process, including these tasks:  Plugging in the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter  Connecting cables and accessing a network  Turning on your MacBook Pro and using the trackpad Â...
What's in the Box ® MENU Apple Remote 85W MagSafe Power Adapter DVI to VGA adapter AC power cord Setting Up Your MacBook Pro Your MacBook Pro is designed so that you through the setup process, including these tasks:  Plugging in the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter  Connecting cables and accessing a network  Turning on your MacBook Pro and using the trackpad Â...
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.... Plug the other end into the power adapter and the electrical prongs on your power adapter, first pull the AC plug up to the adapter, making sure it in their completely extended position. Make sure the AC plug is seated firmly. As the MagSafe connector gets close to the MacBook Pro and charge the battery. Insert the...
.... Plug the other end into the power adapter and the electrical prongs on your power adapter, first pull the AC plug up to the adapter, making sure it in their completely extended position. Make sure the AC plug is seated firmly. As the MagSafe connector gets close to the MacBook Pro and charge the battery. Insert the...
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... for purchase 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. Step 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. ® ® 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,...
... for purchase 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. Step 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. ® ® 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,...
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... or use the included DVI to VGA adapter to recharge the MacBook Pro battery. f Headphone out/optical digital audio out port Connect external speakers, headphones, or digital audio equipment. ¯ MagSafe power port Plug in port Connect your MacBook Pro with Your MacBook Pro 27 H Two FireWire ports (FireWire 400 ...on it from the slot. ExpressCard/34 slot Expand the capabilities of your MacBook Pro to a line-level microphone or digital audio equipment. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store) to activate the spring, and then remove it to prevent ...
... or use the included DVI to VGA adapter to recharge the MacBook Pro battery. f Headphone out/optical digital audio out port Connect external speakers, headphones, or digital audio equipment. ¯ MagSafe power port Plug in port Connect your MacBook Pro with Your MacBook Pro 27 H Two FireWire ports (FireWire 400 ...on it from the slot. ExpressCard/34 slot Expand the capabilities of your MacBook Pro to a line-level microphone or digital audio equipment. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store) to activate the spring, and then remove it to prevent ...
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...the battery by looking at the battery level indicator lights on , the battery is completely drained and the MacBook Pro won't start up unless the power adapter is not connected, your MacBook Pro draws power from its battery. If the battery runs low while you are on the battery itself. If no ...lights are not using a power adapter, shut down your MacBook Pro. Turning off features such as AirPort Extreme or Bluetooth® wireless technology can check the charge with a fully charged battery (see ...
...the battery by looking at the battery level indicator lights on , the battery is completely drained and the MacBook Pro won't start up unless the power adapter is not connected, your MacBook Pro draws power from its battery. If the battery runs low while you are on the battery itself. If no ...lights are not using a power adapter, shut down your MacBook Pro. Turning off features such as AirPort Extreme or Bluetooth® wireless technology can check the charge with a fully charged battery (see ...
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Chapter 2 Life with your computer and on the Internet at www.apple.com/support/macbookpro. Charging the Battery When the power adapter that came with Your MacBook Pro 31 To get Mac Help: 1 Click the Finder icon in the Dock (the bar of icons along the edge of the screen). 2 Choose Help...Help menu in the menu bar and choose Mac Help). 3 Click in sleep. The battery recharges more information about using your MacBook Pro is available in Mac Help on your MacBook Pro is connected, the battery recharges whether the computer is off , or in the search field, type a question, and press ...
Chapter 2 Life with your computer and on the Internet at www.apple.com/support/macbookpro. Charging the Battery When the power adapter that came with Your MacBook Pro 31 To get Mac Help: 1 Click the Finder icon in the Dock (the bar of icons along the edge of the screen). 2 Choose Help...Help menu in the menu bar and choose Mac Help). 3 Click in sleep. The battery recharges more information about using your MacBook Pro is available in Mac Help on your MacBook Pro is connected, the battery recharges whether the computer is off , or in the search field, type a question, and press ...
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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. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 37 See the battery safety information on page 66. 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 Pro. Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing 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. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 37 See the battery safety information on page 66. 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 Pro. Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery.
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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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... on when you still can't start up your MacBook Pro, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 59 for information about contacting Apple for at least until that indicator light is glowing continuously. Â If the problem persists, reset the MacBook Pro power manager by disconnecting the power adapter, removing the battery, and holding down the Command...
... on when you still can't start up your MacBook Pro, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 59 for information about contacting Apple for at least until that indicator light is glowing continuously. Â If the problem persists, reset the MacBook Pro power manager by disconnecting the power adapter, removing the battery, and holding down the Command...
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... from the menu bar and follow the onscreen instructions. If the display suddenly goes black or your MacBook Pro freezes Try restarting your MacBook Pro. 1 Unplug any devices that are connected to your MacBook Pro, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power (®) button to restart the system. 3 Let the battery charge to at least 10 percent before plugging...
... from the menu bar and follow the onscreen instructions. If the display suddenly goes black or your MacBook Pro freezes Try restarting your MacBook Pro. 1 Unplug any devices that are connected to your MacBook Pro, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power (®) button to restart the system. 3 Let the battery charge to at least 10 percent before plugging...
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...power adapter. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 53 If you can use the Apple Hardware Test application to open Network Setup Assistant. For more information about Apple Hardware Test, see the Apple Hardware Test Read Me file on the Mac OS X Install Disc 1. Problems with Your Internet Connection Your MacBook Pro...as it displays an error code. Using Apple Hardware Test If you suspect a problem with the MacBook Pro hardware, you through setting up . 4 When the Apple Hardware Test main screen appears, follow the onscreen instructions. 5 If Apple Hardware Test detects a problem, it starts...
...power adapter. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 53 If you can use the Apple Hardware Test application to open Network Setup Assistant. For more information about Apple Hardware Test, see the Apple Hardware Test Read Me file on the Mac OS X Install Disc 1. Problems with Your Internet Connection Your MacBook Pro...as it displays an error code. Using Apple Hardware Test If you suspect a problem with the MacBook Pro hardware, you through setting up . 4 When the Apple Hardware Test main screen appears, follow the onscreen instructions. 5 If Apple Hardware Test detects a problem, it starts...
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...applications that you back up the data on your hard disk before installing Mac OS X and other applications. 2 Make sure your power adapter is connected, plugged in, and the light is not responsible for installation, continue following the onscreen instructions. Note: To install iCal... that came with your computer, double-click Bundled Software Only. Important: Apple recommends that came with your MacBook Pro: 1 Back up your computer. Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook Pro Use the software installation discs that came with your computer to reinstall Mac...
...applications that you back up the data on your hard disk before installing Mac OS X and other applications. 2 Make sure your power adapter is connected, plugged in, and the light is not responsible for installation, continue following the onscreen instructions. Note: To install iCal... that came with your computer, double-click Bundled Software Only. Important: Apple recommends that came with your MacBook Pro: 1 Back up your computer. Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook Pro Use the software installation discs that came with your computer to reinstall Mac...
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... location. If debris gets into a power outlet, or place it gently with this port. Disconnect the power adapter, remove the battery, and disconnect any other cables if any of this product. To preserve your MacBook Pro, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that is compatible with a dry cotton... swab. Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 65 The MagSafe power port contains a magnet that service or repair is required. The power adapter may become very warm during...
... location. If debris gets into a power outlet, or place it gently with this port. Disconnect the power adapter, remove the battery, and disconnect any other cables if any of this product. To preserve your MacBook Pro, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that is compatible with a dry cotton... swab. Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 65 The MagSafe power port contains a magnet that service or repair is required. The power adapter may become very warm during...
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... months or so. Cleaning your MacBook Pro display To clean your MacBook Pro screen, first shut down your MacBook Pro When cleaning the outside of the battery, recharge the battery to clean the computer's exterior. Cleaning your MacBook Pro, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Do... not spray liquid directly on the screen. 68 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least Storing your MacBook Pro, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Do not spray ...
... months or so. Cleaning your MacBook Pro display To clean your MacBook Pro screen, first shut down your MacBook Pro When cleaning the outside of the battery, recharge the battery to clean the computer's exterior. Cleaning your MacBook Pro, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Do... not spray liquid directly on the screen. 68 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least Storing your MacBook Pro, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Do not spray ...
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See power adapter AirPort Extreme problems 56 using 32 AppleCare 60 Apple Hardware Test 53 Apple Remote 33 application freeze 48 applications Front Row 23, 33 iChat AV 23 iLife 32 Keynote 23 Photo... 29 location 21 removing 37 replacing 44 storing 68 blinking question mark 50 brightness controls 25 built-in speakers 23 button, power 12, 21 C cable modem 11 camera. See iSight carrying your computer 67 changing the desktop 15 password 52 System Preferences... Saver preferences 30 environmental impact 71 ergonomics 69 Ethernet connecting to 11 78 Looking for Something? Index A AC power adapter.
See power adapter AirPort Extreme problems 56 using 32 AppleCare 60 Apple Hardware Test 53 Apple Remote 33 application freeze 48 applications Front Row 23, 33 iChat AV 23 iLife 32 Keynote 23 Photo... 29 location 21 removing 37 replacing 44 storing 68 blinking question mark 50 brightness controls 25 built-in speakers 23 button, power 12, 21 C cable modem 11 camera. See iSight carrying your computer 67 changing the desktop 15 password 52 System Preferences... Saver preferences 30 environmental impact 71 ergonomics 69 Ethernet connecting to 11 78 Looking for Something? Index A AC power adapter.
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See System Preferences Looking for Something? 79 See power adapter Media Eject key 25 memory checking 45 installing 36, 37 specifications 36 mercury 75 microphone 23 Migration ... 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 12, 21 power cord 10 PPPoE connections 55 preferences. port 27 Exposé 25 ExpressCard slot 27 external display...controls 25 keyboard shortcuts 28 Keynote application 23 M Mac Help 31 Mac OS X reinstalling 58 website 32 MagSafe power adapter.
See System Preferences Looking for Something? 79 See power adapter Media Eject key 25 memory checking 45 installing 36, 37 specifications 36 mercury 75 microphone 23 Migration ... 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 12, 21 power cord 10 PPPoE connections 55 preferences. port 27 Exposé 25 ExpressCard slot 27 external display...controls 25 keyboard shortcuts 28 Keynote application 23 M Mac Help 31 Mac OS X reinstalling 58 website 32 MagSafe power adapter.
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...52 trouble using AirPort 56 putting your 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 ... hardware problems 53 Internet connection 53 pointer won't move 48 service and support 59 using Mac Help 59 turning on your MacBook Pro 12 typing position 69 U updating software 57 USB connections 33 ports 27 V video camera indicator light 23 80 Looking for Something?
...52 trouble using AirPort 56 putting your 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 ... hardware problems 53 Internet connection 53 pointer won't move 48 service and support 59 using Mac Help 59 turning on your MacBook Pro 12 typing position 69 U updating software 57 USB connections 33 ports 27 V video camera indicator light 23 80 Looking for Something?