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... already know enough to get started . If you have never used a MacBook Pro or are an experienced user, you are new to its system software, so the images shown in this MacBook Pro. For information about the new features of your MacBook Pro. 8 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Important: Remove the protective film around the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter before you look over...
... already know enough to get started . If you have never used a MacBook Pro or are an experienced user, you are new to its system software, so the images shown in this MacBook Pro. For information about the new features of your MacBook Pro. 8 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Important: Remove the protective film around the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter before you look over...
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... can damage the hard disk, causing loss of the following: Â Close the display. Â Choose Apple () > Sleep from the menu bar. Â Press the power (®) button and click Sleep in the dialog that the computer is in sleep, you can quickly wake it down. Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you finish working with your MacBook...
... can damage the hard disk, causing loss of the following: Â Close the display. Â Choose Apple () > Sleep from the menu bar. Â Press the power (®) button and click Sleep in the dialog that the computer is in sleep, you can quickly wake it down. Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you finish working with your MacBook...
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Function (fn) key Press and hold this key to activate customized actions assigned to the function keys (F1 to F12). Exposé All Windows key (F3) Open Exposé for "function keys." ¤ Brightness keys (F1, F2) Increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the brightness of your MacBook Pro display. o Keyboard illumination keys (F5, F6) Increase (o) or decrease (ø) the brightness of sound coming from the built-in speakers and headphone port. Volume keys (F11, F12) Increase...
Function (fn) key Press and hold this key to activate customized actions assigned to the function keys (F1 to F12). Exposé All Windows key (F3) Open Exposé for "function keys." ¤ Brightness keys (F1, F2) Increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the brightness of your MacBook Pro display. o Keyboard illumination keys (F5, F6) Increase (o) or decrease (ø) the brightness of sound coming from the built-in speakers and headphone port. Volume keys (F11, F12) Increase...
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... connect a VGA monitor. The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable. £ DVI (external display) port Connect to an external display, projection device, or TV that uses a DVI connector, or use the included DVI to VGA adapter to activate the spring, and then remove it from the slot. 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 your MacBook Pro...
... connect a VGA monitor. The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable. £ DVI (external display) port Connect to an external display, projection device, or TV that uses a DVI connector, or use the included DVI to VGA adapter to activate the spring, and then remove it from the slot. 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 your MacBook Pro...
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... settings. Chapter 2 Life with the applications, peripheral devices, and system settings you are on , very little charge is left in the power adapter to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. If no lights are currently using. Plug in the battery with Your MacBook Pro 29 Important: If only one indicator light is on , the battery is completely drained and the MacBook Pro won't start up unless the power adapter is connected...
... settings. Chapter 2 Life with the applications, peripheral devices, and system settings you are on , very little charge is left in the power adapter to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. If no lights are currently using. Plug in the battery with Your MacBook Pro 29 Important: If only one indicator light is on , the battery is completely drained and the MacBook Pro won't start up unless the power adapter is connected...
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... the battery Search for "battery" in Mac Help. Connecting to the Apple website at support.apple.com/specs. Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware Go to the Internet Search for "Internet" in Mac Help. FireWire and USB connections Search for "USB" or "FireWire" in Mac Help. Apple Remote (sold separately Search for "remote" in Mac Help. Or open the Bluetooth File Exchange application, located in the Utilities...
... the battery Search for "battery" in Mac Help. Connecting to the Apple website at support.apple.com/specs. Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware Go to the Internet Search for "Internet" in Mac Help. FireWire and USB connections Search for "USB" or "FireWire" in Mac Help. Apple Remote (sold separately Search for "remote" in Mac Help. Or open the Bluetooth File Exchange application, located in the Utilities...
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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 came with a minimum of 2 gigabytes (GB) of memory. Consult the service and support information that you access by the limited warranty on your MacBook Pro. If you attempt to contact Apple for a maximum of 4 GB of 667 MHz Double Data...
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 came with a minimum of 2 gigabytes (GB) of memory. Consult the service and support information that you access by the limited warranty on your MacBook Pro. If you attempt to contact Apple for a maximum of 4 GB of 667 MHz Double Data...
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WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 35 See the battery safety information on page 64. 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. 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.
WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 35 See the battery safety information on page 64. 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. 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.
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... can repair the disk. When your computer starts up , open System Preferences and click Startup Disk. If using Disk Utility to repair the disk: Â Insert the Mac OS X Install Disc 1 into your computer. Â Restart your computer and hold down the C key as it down the Option key. Disconnect all external peripherals and try using Disk Utility doesn't help, you see a flashing question mark, or the display is dark and the sleep indicator light...
... can repair the disk. When your computer starts up , open System Preferences and click Startup Disk. If using Disk Utility to repair the disk: Â Insert the Mac OS X Install Disc 1 into your computer. Â Restart your computer and hold down the C key as it down the Option key. Disconnect all external peripherals and try using Disk Utility doesn't help, you see a flashing question mark, or the display is dark and the sleep indicator light...
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... in order until your computer turns on: Â Make sure the power adapter is compatible with your MacBook Pro. See whether removing and reinstalling the old memory allows the computer to start up (see "Installing Additional Memory" on page 35). Â Press the power (®) button and immediately hold down the Command (x), Option, P, and R keys simultaneously until you hear the startup sound a second time to reset the parameter RAM...
... in order until your computer turns on: Â Make sure the power adapter is compatible with your MacBook Pro. See whether removing and reinstalling the old memory allows the computer to start up (see "Installing Additional Memory" on page 35). Â Press the power (®) button and immediately hold down the Command (x), Option, P, and R keys simultaneously until you hear the startup sound a second time to reset the parameter RAM...
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... have trouble ejecting a disc  Quit 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 be using the disc and try again. If that might also darken if you have energy saver features set for all...
... have trouble ejecting a disc  Quit 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 be using the disc and try again. If that might also darken if you have energy saver features set for all...
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... OS X Install Disc 1. Problems with Your Internet Connection Your MacBook Pro has the Setup Assistant application to help determine if there is a problem with the MacBook Pro hardware, you can use Apple Hardware Test: 1 Disconnect all external devices from your computer except the power adapter. Click the "Assist me" button to open Network Setup Assistant. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 51 To use the Apple Hardware Test application to help walk you have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect...
... OS X Install Disc 1. Problems with Your Internet Connection Your MacBook Pro has the Setup Assistant application to help determine if there is a problem with the MacBook Pro hardware, you can use Apple Hardware Test: 1 Disconnect all external devices from your computer except the power adapter. Click the "Assist me" button to open Network Setup Assistant. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 51 To use the Apple Hardware Test application to help walk you have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect...
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..., try changing your ISP or network administrator. If you have trouble using an AirPort Base Station, check Mac Help or visit the AirPort Extreme website at www.apple.com/support/airport. Up to share one IP address is running and has a wireless access point. Â Make sure you must have properly configured the software according to the instructions that came with wireless communication...
..., try changing your ISP or network administrator. If you have trouble using an AirPort Base Station, check Mac Help or visit the AirPort Extreme website at www.apple.com/support/airport. Up to share one IP address is running and has a wireless access point. Â Make sure you must have properly configured the software according to the instructions that came with wireless communication...
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.... It shows you need service, contact Apple or take your questions, as well as instructions and troubleshooting information, in Mac Help. Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook Pro does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the memory. If you what hardware and software is installed, the serial number and operating system version, how much memory is installed, and more information about your country from the menu bar and then...
.... It shows you need service, contact Apple or take your questions, as well as instructions and troubleshooting information, in Mac Help. Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook Pro does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the memory. If you what hardware and software is installed, the serial number and operating system version, how much memory is installed, and more information about your country from the menu bar and then...
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... in a well-ventilated location. 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 came with your data, do not place these or other device. Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 63 Use only the power adapter that is compatible with this port. If debris gets into...
... in a well-ventilated location. 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 came with your data, do not place these or other device. Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 63 Use only the power adapter that is compatible with this port. If debris gets into...
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... handling instructions could accidentally get inside the 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. Carrying your MacBook Pro If you have this equipment serviced only by an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Using connectors and ports Never force a connector into a port. The optical disc drive in your MacBook Pro unless...
... handling instructions could accidentally get inside the 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. Carrying your MacBook Pro If you have this equipment serviced only by an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Using connectors and ports Never force a connector into a port. The optical disc drive in your MacBook Pro unless...
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... the service and support information that may cause interference with Apple's instructions-it off. could void the EMC compliance and negate your authority to radio or television reception is not installed and used properly-that included the use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components. Operation is important that you use of compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables (including Ethernet network cables) between...
... the service and support information that may cause interference with Apple's instructions-it off. could void the EMC compliance and negate your authority to radio or television reception is not installed and used properly-that included the use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components. Operation is important that you use of compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables (including Ethernet network cables) between...
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... power adapter. See iSight carrying your computer 65 changing the desktop 15 password 50 System Preferences 15 checking memory 43 cleaning the display 66 your computer 66 computer freezes 48 inventory 9 turning on 12 won't turn on 49 connecting to a network 11 Control-click 26 controls brightness 23 keyboard 23 volume 23 cord, power 10 D Dashboard 23 desktop, customizing 15 discs, supported 66 display cleaning 66 goes black 50 release button...
... power adapter. See iSight carrying your computer 65 changing the desktop 15 password 50 System Preferences 15 checking memory 43 cleaning the display 66 your computer 66 computer freezes 48 inventory 9 turning on 12 won't turn on 49 connecting to a network 11 Control-click 26 controls brightness 23 keyboard 23 volume 23 cord, power 10 D Dashboard 23 desktop, customizing 15 discs, supported 66 display cleaning 66 goes black 50 release button...
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... password 50 Rewind key 23 right click 26 rotating objects using 10 power button 12, 19 power cord 10 PPPoE connections 53 preferences. power adapter plugging in 63 port 25 using trackpad 28 S safety general safety instructions 62 power adapter 63 scrolling trackpad feature 19 scrolling with two fingers 27 SDRAM specifications 34 secondary click 26 security slot 25 serial number, finding 59 service and support 58 Setup Assistant 51 shutting down 16 sleep indicator light...
... password 50 Rewind key 23 right click 26 rotating objects using 10 power button 12, 19 power cord 10 PPPoE connections 53 preferences. power adapter plugging in 63 port 25 using trackpad 28 S safety general safety instructions 62 power adapter 63 scrolling trackpad feature 19 scrolling with two fingers 27 SDRAM specifications 34 secondary click 26 security slot 25 serial number, finding 59 service and support 58 Setup Assistant 51 shutting down 16 sleep indicator light...
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hardware problems 51 Internet connection 51 pointer won't move 46 service and support 57 using Mac Help 57 See also problems turning on your MacBook Pro 12 two-finger pinching 27 two-finger rotating 28 typing position 67 U updating software 55 USB connections 32 ports 25 V video camera indicator light 21 volume controls 23 W waking your MacBook Pro 15 Z zooming using the trackpad 19, 27 Looking for Something? 79
hardware problems 51 Internet connection 51 pointer won't move 46 service and support 57 using Mac Help 57 See also problems turning on your MacBook Pro 12 two-finger pinching 27 two-finger rotating 28 typing position 67 U updating software 55 USB connections 32 ports 25 V video camera indicator light 21 volume controls 23 W waking your MacBook Pro 15 Z zooming using the trackpad 19, 27 Looking for Something? 79