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... Ports on Your MacBook Pro 26 Using the Trackpad and Keyboard 28 Using the MacBook Pro Battery 30 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory 35 Installing Additional Memory 43 Making Sure Your MacBook Pro Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 46 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook Pro Contents 5
... Ports on Your MacBook Pro 26 Using the Trackpad and Keyboard 28 Using the MacBook Pro Battery 30 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory 35 Installing Additional Memory 43 Making Sure Your MacBook Pro Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 46 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook Pro Contents 5
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... and support for your trackpad Using the iSight camera Using AirPort Extreme wireless technology Do this See Chapter 3, "Boost Your Memory," on page 57. Go to the Apple Support website at www.apple.com/ilife. See "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 33. Or search for the application, and then type a question...
... and support for your trackpad Using the iSight camera Using AirPort Extreme wireless technology Do this See Chapter 3, "Boost Your Memory," on page 57. Go to the Apple Support website at www.apple.com/ilife. See "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 33. Or search for the application, and then type a question...
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... Synchronous Dynamic Random-Access Memory (SDRAM) installed. If you have an Apple-certified technician install memory. Consult the service and support information that you attempt to install memory and damage your equipment, such damage is not covered by removing the memory door in your computer ...for information about how to contact Apple for service. Your computer has two memory slots that meets the following specifications:...
... Synchronous Dynamic Random-Access Memory (SDRAM) installed. If you have an Apple-certified technician install memory. Consult the service and support information that you attempt to install memory and damage your equipment, such damage is not covered by removing the memory door in your computer ...for information about how to contact Apple for service. Your computer has two memory slots that meets the following specifications:...
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Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery. Step 1: Remove the battery. 1 Shut down your MacBook Pro. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 35 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. See the battery safety information on page 64. The following procedure includes instructions for removing the battery, adding memory, and replacing the battery.
Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery. Step 1: Remove the battery. 1 Shut down your MacBook Pro. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 35 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. See the battery safety information on page 64. The following procedure includes instructions for removing the battery, adding memory, and replacing the battery.
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WARNING: The internal components of the battery. If you have been using your MacBook Pro can be warm. The battery should pop up . Lift it down to let the internal components cool before continuing. 36 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 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. Slide both latches up slightly.
WARNING: The internal components of the battery. If you have been using your MacBook Pro can be warm. The battery should pop up . Lift it down to let the internal components cool before continuing. 36 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 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. Slide both latches up slightly.
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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 37
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 37
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2 Touch a metal surface inside the computer to discharge any static electricity from your body. 38 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory
2 Touch a metal surface inside the computer to discharge any static electricity from your body. 38 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory
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... 3 If you need to a 25-degree angle and then gently slide the card out of the memory slot. 4 Insert the memory card at a 25-degree angle. Line up slightly. Lift the memory card to remove a memory card that's already installed in the slot, spread the tabs in the slot away from the notches in... the memory slot and slide the card into the memory slot. The card should pop up the notch in the card with...
... 3 If you need to a 25-degree angle and then gently slide the card out of the memory slot. 4 Insert the memory card at a 25-degree angle. Line up slightly. Lift the memory card to remove a memory card that's already installed in the slot, spread the tabs in the slot away from the notches in... the memory slot and slide the card into the memory slot. The card should pop up the notch in the card with...
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5 Gently spread the small tabs in the memory slot away from the notches and push the memory card down until the two snaps on either side of the card lock into place. 25O Correctly Incorrectly inserted inserted Note: Make sure your memory is installed according to this illustration, so the gold contacts are almost completely inserted into the connector. 40 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory
5 Gently spread the small tabs in the memory slot away from the notches and push the memory card down until the two snaps on either side of the card lock into place. 25O Correctly Incorrectly inserted inserted Note: Make sure your memory is installed according to this illustration, so the gold contacts are almost completely inserted into the connector. 40 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory
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6 Insert any additional memory in the second slot. 7 Replace the memory door and make sure it is lying flat before tightening the screws into place. 15-inch MacBook Pro 17-inch MacBook Pro Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 41
6 Insert any additional memory in the second slot. 7 Replace the memory door and make sure it is lying flat before tightening the screws into place. 15-inch MacBook Pro 17-inch MacBook Pro Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 41
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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. 42 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. 42 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory Gently press the top edge of the battery in the battery compartment.
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...Pro, check whether the computer recognizes the new memory. For a detailed breakdown of the amount of memory that it is compatible with your MacBook Pro and that originally came with the computer plus the new memory you see the Mac OS X desktop, choose Apple () from the menu bar and then... choose About This Mac. If your MacBook Pro doesn't recognize the memory or doesn't start up your MacBook Pro. 2 When you added....
...Pro, check whether the computer recognizes the new memory. For a detailed breakdown of the amount of memory that it is compatible with your MacBook Pro and that originally came with the computer plus the new memory you see the Mac OS X desktop, choose Apple () from the menu bar and then... choose About This Mac. If your MacBook Pro doesn't recognize the memory or doesn't start up your MacBook Pro. 2 When you added....
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...to quit a frozen application and save your work in Mac Help and on the MacBook Pro Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbookpro. Mac OS X provides a way to note include: Â The applications you were using ...when the problem occurred. To force an application to quit: 1 Press Command (x)-Option-Esc or choose Apple () > Force Quit from Using Your MacBook Pro If your computer. Read on to find some solutions to the problem. .... Â Any new hardware that led up to try when you installed, such as additional memory or a peripheral.
...to quit a frozen application and save your work in Mac Help and on the MacBook Pro Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbookpro. Mac OS X provides a way to note include: Â The applications you were using ...when the problem occurred. To force an application to quit: 1 Press Command (x)-Option-Esc or choose Apple () > Force Quit from Using Your MacBook Pro If your computer. Read on to find some solutions to the problem. .... Â Any new hardware that led up to try when you installed, such as additional memory or a peripheral.
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...PRAM). Â If you still can't start up your MacBook Pro, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 57 for information about contacting Apple for at least 5 seconds. Â If you plug in order until that indicator light is glowing continuously. Â If the problem persists, reset the...battery needs to be recharged. Press the small button on the battery. If your MacBook Pro doesn't turn on when you recently installed additional memory, make sure that it is correctly installed and that it , or try unplugging and replugging the power cord to reseat it is compatible with...
...PRAM). Â If you still can't start up your MacBook Pro, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 57 for information about contacting Apple for at least 5 seconds. Â If you plug in order until that indicator light is glowing continuously. Â If the problem persists, reset the...battery needs to be recharged. Press the small button on the battery. If your MacBook Pro doesn't turn on when you recently installed additional memory, make sure that it is correctly installed and that it , or try unplugging and replugging the power cord to reseat it is compatible with...
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...hardware, you have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect it. 2 Restart your computer and hold down the D key as the memory or processor. If you can use Apple Hardware Test: 1 Disconnect all external devices from your location. 4 Press the Return key or click the right arrow button...the computer's components, such as it displays an error code. For more information about 45 seconds), follow the onscreen instructions. 6 If Apple Hardware Test detects a problem, it starts up an Internet connection. Problems with Your Internet Connection Your MacBook Pro has the Setup Assistant ...
...hardware, you have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect it. 2 Restart your computer and hold down the D key as the memory or processor. If you can use Apple Hardware Test: 1 Disconnect all external devices from your location. 4 Press the Return key or click the right arrow button...the computer's components, such as it displays an error code. For more information about 45 seconds), follow the onscreen instructions. 6 If Apple Hardware Test detects a problem, it starts up an Internet connection. Problems with Your Internet Connection Your MacBook Pro has the Setup Assistant ...
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... updates, or get information about the MacBook Pro through online resources, onscreen help from the pop-up menu. To open System Profiler, choose Apple () > About This Mac from the menu bar and then click More Info. 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 MacBook Pro, use System Profiler.
... updates, or get information about the MacBook Pro through online resources, onscreen help from the pop-up menu. To open System Profiler, choose Apple () > About This Mac from the menu bar and then click More Info. 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 MacBook Pro, use System Profiler.
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...battery, and disconnect any other magnetically sensitive material or devices within 1 inch (25 mm) of the following conditions exists: Â You want to add memory. Â You want to rain, excessive moisture, or liquid spilled into the MagSafe power port, remove it on the floor in a well-ventilated location....Using the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter Make sure the AC plug or AC power cord is required. To preserve your MacBook Pro, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that service or repair is fully inserted into the power adapter before plugging the adapter into a power outlet, or place ...
...battery, and disconnect any other magnetically sensitive material or devices within 1 inch (25 mm) of the following conditions exists: Â You want to add memory. Â You want to rain, excessive moisture, or liquid spilled into the MagSafe power port, remove it on the floor in a well-ventilated location....Using the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter Make sure the AC plug or AC power cord is required. To preserve your MacBook Pro, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that service or repair is fully inserted into the power adapter before plugging the adapter into a power outlet, or place ...
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Index A AC power adapter. See power adapter AirPort Extreme problems 54 using 31 AppleCare 58 Apple Hardware Test 51 Apple Remote 32 application freeze 46 applications Front Row 21, 32 iChat AV 21 iLife 31 Keynote 21 Photo Booth 21 audio line in port 25 B ... 21 button, power 12, 19 C cable modem 11 camera. 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...
Index A AC power adapter. See power adapter AirPort Extreme problems 54 using 31 AppleCare 58 Apple Hardware Test 51 Apple Remote 32 application freeze 46 applications Front Row 21, 32 iChat AV 21 iLife 31 Keynote 21 Photo Booth 21 audio line in port 25 B ... 21 button, power 12, 19 C cable modem 11 camera. 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...
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See power adapter media controls 23 Media Eject key 23 memory checking 43 installing 34, 35 specifications 34 mercury 73 microphone 21 Migration Assistant 13 modem 11 mouse 25, 68 Mute control 23 N network address translation (... 25 Help, finding answers 30 high-speed USB 25 I iChat AV application 21 iLife applications 31 infrared (IR) receiver 21 installation instructions additional RAM 35 memory 35 overview 8 Internet connecting 11 connection problems 51 inventory of items 9 IP address, sharing 53 IP masquerading 54 iSight video camera 21 K keyboard ergonomics 67...
See power adapter media controls 23 Media Eject key 23 memory checking 43 installing 34, 35 specifications 34 mercury 73 microphone 21 Migration Assistant 13 modem 11 mouse 25, 68 Mute control 23 N network address translation (... 25 Help, finding answers 30 high-speed USB 25 I iChat AV application 21 iLife applications 31 infrared (IR) receiver 21 installation instructions additional RAM 35 memory 35 overview 8 Internet connecting 11 connection problems 51 inventory of items 9 IP address, sharing 53 IP masquerading 54 iSight video camera 21 K keyboard ergonomics 67...