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MacBook Pro User's Guide Includes setup, expansion, and troubleshooting information for your MacBook Pro computer
MacBook Pro User's Guide Includes setup, expansion, and troubleshooting information for your MacBook Pro computer
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...www.apple.com Apple, the Apple logo, AirPort, AppleTalk, Final Cut Pro, FireWire, iCal, iDVD, iLife, iMovie, iPhoto, iPod, iTunes, Mac, Macintosh, and Mac OS are service marks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. AirPort Express, Exposé, FileVault, Finder, the FireWire logo, iSight, MacBook, Safari... the information in this manual is a service mark of Apple Computer, Inc. Intel and Intel Core are owned by Macrovision Corporation and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Apple Computer, Inc. Apparatus Claims of third-party products is...
...www.apple.com Apple, the Apple logo, AirPort, AppleTalk, Final Cut Pro, FireWire, iCal, iDVD, iLife, iMovie, iPhoto, iPod, iTunes, Mac, Macintosh, and Mac OS are service marks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. AirPort Express, Exposé, FileVault, Finder, the FireWire logo, iSight, MacBook, Safari... the information in this manual is a service mark of Apple Computer, Inc. Intel and Intel Core are owned by Macrovision Corporation and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Apple Computer, Inc. Apparatus Claims of third-party products is...
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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
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...Connecting Headphones 50 Connecting a Camera or Other FireWire or USB Device 50 Transferring Files to Another Computer 53 Chapter 3: Using Your MacBook Pro 54 Using Universal Serial Bus Devices 57 Connecting with FireWire 61 Using ExpressCards 62 How AirPort Provides Wireless Internet Access 64 Using ...Bluetooth Wireless Technology 66 Connecting with Ethernet 67 Using External Video Support 71 Connecting Speakers and Other Audio Devices 72 Using Your SuperDrive 76 Understanding...
...Connecting Headphones 50 Connecting a Camera or Other FireWire or USB Device 50 Transferring Files to Another Computer 53 Chapter 3: Using Your MacBook Pro 54 Using Universal Serial Bus Devices 57 Connecting with FireWire 61 Using ExpressCards 62 How AirPort Provides Wireless Internet Access 64 Using ...Bluetooth Wireless Technology 66 Connecting with Ethernet 67 Using External Video Support 71 Connecting Speakers and Other Audio Devices 72 Using Your SuperDrive 76 Understanding...
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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
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Getting Started 1 1 Your MacBook Pro includes the following components: ® MENU Apple Remote Power adapter DVI to VGA adapter AC power cord Important: Read all the installation instructions and safety information (see "Safety, Use, and Care Information" on page 105) carefully before you plug your computer into a power outlet. 7
Getting Started 1 1 Your MacBook Pro includes the following components: ® MENU Apple Remote Power adapter DVI to VGA adapter AC power cord Important: Read all the installation instructions and safety information (see "Safety, Use, and Care Information" on page 105) carefully before you plug your computer into a power outlet. 7
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...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 MacBook Pro. m Insert the AC plug of your power adapter into an outlet and the power adapter... plug into the MacBook Pro power adapter port. AC plug 8 Chapter 1 Getting Started The following pages take you through the setup process, including these tasks:  Plugging in . Setting Up Your MacBook Pro Your MacBook Pro is protective film around the power adapter, remove...
...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 MacBook Pro. m Insert the AC plug of your power adapter into an outlet and the power adapter... plug into the MacBook Pro power adapter port. AC plug 8 Chapter 1 Getting Started The following pages take you through the setup process, including these tasks:  Plugging in . Setting Up Your MacBook Pro Your MacBook Pro is protective film around the power adapter, remove...
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... Extreme network, you don't need cables. Plug the other end into the power outlet. Step 2: Connect Your Cables Next, for an Internet connection, connect your MacBook Pro to the adapter. Chapter 1 Getting Started 9 For information about types of your power adapter, you can attach the AC power cord. AC plug Power adapter...
... Extreme network, you don't need cables. Plug the other end into the power outlet. Step 2: Connect Your Cables Next, for an Internet connection, connect your MacBook Pro to the adapter. Chapter 1 Getting Started 9 For information about types of your power adapter, you can attach the AC power cord. AC plug Power adapter...
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...wirelessly using AirPort: 1 Turn AirPort on, if necessary, by choosing "Turn AirPort on the MacBook Pro, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from the modem into a USB port on " from an Apple Authorized Reseller. AirPort detects available wireless networks. 10 Chapter 1 Getting Started ® ® ...Note: Using a dial-up connection requires the external Apple USB Modem, available for purchase from the online Apple Store at www.apple.com/store or from the AirPort (Z) status menu in the modem instructions, or connect the Ethernet cable...
...wirelessly using AirPort: 1 Turn AirPort on, if necessary, by choosing "Turn AirPort on the MacBook Pro, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from the modem into a USB port on " from an Apple Authorized Reseller. AirPort detects available wireless networks. 10 Chapter 1 Getting Started ® ® ...Note: Using a dial-up connection requires the external Apple USB Modem, available for purchase from the online Apple Store at www.apple.com/store or from the AirPort (Z) status menu in the modem instructions, or connect the Ethernet cable...
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... Â To move the arrow pointer on the screen, just like you might cause the computer to hold down again. Step 3: Turn On Your MacBook Pro 1 To turn on (and stay on), and you should hear a tone. ® Power button ® Sleep indicator light It takes the... MacBook Pro a few moments to start up , the sleep indicator light turns off, and Setup Assistant opens automatically. 2 Use your MacBook Pro trackpad to select and move items on the screen, slide your finger across the trackpad. Chapter...
... Â To move the arrow pointer on the screen, just like you might cause the computer to hold down again. Step 3: Turn On Your MacBook Pro 1 To turn on (and stay on), and you should hear a tone. ® Power button ® Sleep indicator light It takes the... MacBook Pro a few moments to start up , the sleep indicator light turns off, and Setup Assistant opens automatically. 2 Use your MacBook Pro trackpad to select and move items on the screen, slide your finger across the trackpad. Chapter...
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... information and set up , see a picture of a disk or a folder with a blinking question mark. The power adapter plug should light when you enter your new MacBook Pro. Disconnect all external peripherals and try restarting. Hold down the power (®) button for 8 to the computer. Problems Turning On the Computer? Setup Assistant helps...
... information and set up , see a picture of a disk or a folder with a blinking question mark. The power adapter plug should light when you enter your new MacBook Pro. Disconnect all external peripherals and try restarting. Hold down the power (®) button for 8 to the computer. Problems Turning On the Computer? Setup Assistant helps...
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... partition.) Using Setup Assistant, you can transfer: Â User accounts, including preferences and email. Â Network settings, so your new MacBook Pro is automatically set up to reinstall some of the applications you transfer.) Important: Use caution when you transfer applications so that you don't overwrite...194; You have a standard 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire cable Setup Assistant takes you through the process of the applications already installed on your MacBook Pro. 14 Chapter 1 Getting Started This gives you easy access to the files and folders you used on your old Mac. Â The ...
... partition.) Using Setup Assistant, you can transfer: Â User accounts, including preferences and email. Â Network settings, so your new MacBook Pro is automatically set up to reinstall some of the applications you transfer.) Important: Use caution when you transfer applications so that you don't overwrite...194; You have a standard 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire cable Setup Assistant takes you through the process of the applications already installed on your MacBook Pro. 14 Chapter 1 Getting Started This gives you easy access to the files and folders you used on your old Mac. Â The ...
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Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro iSight camera Camera indicator light Built-in stereo speakers Microphone Sleep indicator light ® Infrared (IR) receiver Display release button Trackpad button Trackpad Slot-loading SuperDrive ® Power button 16 Chapter 1 Getting Started
Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro iSight camera Camera indicator light Built-in stereo speakers Microphone Sleep indicator light ® Infrared (IR) receiver Display release button Trackpad button Trackpad Slot-loading SuperDrive ® Power button 16 Chapter 1 Getting Started
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...in sleep mode. Built-in IR receiver to music, movies, games, and other multimedia files. Built-in infrared (IR) receiver Use your Apple Remote and the built-in stereo speakers Listen to control your digital content from a distance. scroll with others using the included iChat AV application...goes dark to sleep. Built-in under the left speaker grille) Use for a short time when you start up and shut down your MacBook Pro. Chapter 1 Getting Started 17 Slot-loading SuperDrive Optical drive that reads and writes to record sounds directly on your hard disk. Sleep ...
...in sleep mode. Built-in IR receiver to music, movies, games, and other multimedia files. Built-in infrared (IR) receiver Use your Apple Remote and the built-in stereo speakers Listen to control your digital content from a distance. scroll with others using the included iChat AV application...goes dark to sleep. Built-in under the left speaker grille) Use for a short time when you start up and shut down your MacBook Pro. Chapter 1 Getting Started 17 Slot-loading SuperDrive Optical drive that reads and writes to record sounds directly on your hard disk. Sleep ...
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Volume controls ø Keyboard illumination controls Standard function keys 18 Chapter 1 Getting Started Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro ® Function key (fn) - Mute control Num Lock key i Video Mode Toggle key C Media Eject key esc F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 num lock F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 Brightness controls -
Volume controls ø Keyboard illumination controls Standard function keys 18 Chapter 1 Getting Started Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro ® Function key (fn) - Mute control Num Lock key i Video Mode Toggle key C Media Eject key esc F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 num lock F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 Brightness controls -
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F11, F12 F11 is activated, a green light glows on both the built-in the MacBook Pro keyboard. To learn how to open Exposé and F12 opens Dashboard. Volume controls Increase or decrease the volume of your desktop across the built... the speakers and headphone port. Num Lock key Activate the numeric keypad embedded in and an external display). Mute control Mute the volume of your MacBook Pro display. - i Video Mode Toggle key Switch between dual-display mode (extending your keyboard illumination. Function (Fn) key Press and hold this key to F12). C ...
F11, F12 F11 is activated, a green light glows on both the built-in the MacBook Pro keyboard. To learn how to open Exposé and F12 opens Dashboard. Volume controls Increase or decrease the volume of your desktop across the built... the speakers and headphone port. Num Lock key Activate the numeric keypad embedded in and an external display). Mute control Mute the volume of your MacBook Pro display. - i Video Mode Toggle key Switch between dual-display mode (extending your keyboard illumination. Function (Fn) key Press and hold this key to F12). C ...
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Additional Features of Your MacBook Pro d USB 2.0 port f Headphone/optical digital audio out port ¯ Power , Audio line in/optical adapter port digital audio in port ExpressCard/34 slot d USB 2.0 G Gigabit Ethernet port port (10/100/1000Base-T) Security H FireWire slot 400 port £ DVI port 20 Chapter 1 Getting Started
Additional Features of Your MacBook Pro d USB 2.0 port f Headphone/optical digital audio out port ¯ Power , Audio line in/optical adapter port digital audio in port ExpressCard/34 slot d USB 2.0 G Gigabit Ethernet port port (10/100/1000Base-T) Security H FireWire slot 400 port £ DVI port 20 Chapter 1 Getting Started
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...network or connect to the FireWire 400 port. ¯ Power adapter port Plug in the included power adapter to recharge your MacBook Pro. Accepts 34mm ExpressCards. H FireWire 400 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as iPods, printers, digital cameras, modems...require an Ethernet crossover cable in port Connect your MacBook Pro to your MacBook Pro by connecting a security cable (sold separately). ExpressCard/34 slot Expand the capabilities of your MacBook Pro battery. Security slot Protect your MacBook Pro, such as digital video cameras and external storage devices...
...network or connect to the FireWire 400 port. ¯ Power adapter port Plug in the included power adapter to recharge your MacBook Pro. Accepts 34mm ExpressCards. H FireWire 400 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as iPods, printers, digital cameras, modems...require an Ethernet crossover cable in port Connect your MacBook Pro to your MacBook Pro by connecting a security cable (sold separately). ExpressCard/34 slot Expand the capabilities of your MacBook Pro battery. Security slot Protect your MacBook Pro, such as digital video cameras and external storage devices...
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...For more information about these features, see Chapter 3, "Using Your MacBook Pro," on the Apple Remote for 3 seconds. 22 Chapter 1 Getting Started Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you finish working with your MacBook Pro for only a short time, put the computer to sleep, do... one of the following: Â Close the display. Â Choose Apple () > Sleep from the menu bar...
...For more information about these features, see Chapter 3, "Using Your MacBook Pro," on the Apple Remote for 3 seconds. 22 Chapter 1 Getting Started Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you finish working with your MacBook Pro for only a short time, put the computer to sleep, do... one of the following: Â Close the display. Â Choose Apple () > Sleep from the menu bar...
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... briefly during the shutdown process. Moving your MacBook Pro. Â If the display is already open it to prevent your MacBook Pro for an extended period of the following: m Choose Apple () > Shut Down from the hard disk. Shutting Down Your MacBook Pro If you move your computer, do one of... time, see "Storing Your MacBook Pro" on page 108 for a day or ...
... briefly during the shutdown process. Moving your MacBook Pro. Â If the display is already open it to prevent your MacBook Pro for an extended period of the following: m Choose Apple () > Shut Down from the hard disk. Shutting Down Your MacBook Pro If you move your computer, do one of... time, see "Storing Your MacBook Pro" on page 108 for a day or ...