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... about the new features of this chapter for help getting Mac Help, see onscreen. If you first use your computer in this book may release new versions and updates to Macintosh computers, read this MacBook. Important: Read all the installation instructions (and the safety information starting on page 55) carefully before setting up quickly and start using it up your MacBook. 8 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up...
... about the new features of this chapter for help getting Mac Help, see onscreen. If you first use your computer in this book may release new versions and updates to Macintosh computers, read this MacBook. Important: Read all the installation instructions (and the safety information starting on page 55) carefully before setting up quickly and start using it up your MacBook. 8 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up...
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... menu bar. Â Press the power (®) button and click Sleep in the dialog that the computer is in sleep, you want using System Preferences. Putting Your MacBook to Sleep If you can damage it to start up from your MacBook for most settings on your MacBook, you 'll be away from the hard disk. Putting Your MacBook to sleep or shut it and bypass the startup...
... menu bar. Â Press the power (®) button and click Sleep in the dialog that the computer is in sleep, you want using System Preferences. Putting Your MacBook to Sleep If you can damage it to start up from your MacBook for most settings on your MacBook, you 'll be away from the hard disk. Putting Your MacBook to sleep or shut it and bypass the startup...
MacBook Manual
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... the left of the iSight camera) or talk with friends live over broadband using iChat AV, take pictures with Photo Booth, or capture video with Your MacBook 19 Hold down to the memory in your MacBook during troubleshooting. Built-in microphone Capture sounds with the microphone (located to CDs. Slot-loading optical drive Your optical drive can also write to DVD discs. ® Power button Turn your MacBook from a power outlet.
... the left of the iSight camera) or talk with friends live over broadband using iChat AV, take pictures with Photo Booth, or capture video with Your MacBook 19 Hold down to the memory in your MacBook during troubleshooting. Built-in microphone Capture sounds with the microphone (located to CDs. Slot-loading optical drive Your optical drive can also write to DVD discs. ® Power button Turn your MacBook from a power outlet.
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... open windows. Volume controls (F11, F12) Increase (-) or decrease (-) the volume of the screen. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 21 Exposé All Windows key (F3) Open Exposé for quick access to customize function keys, choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar and search for "function keys." Mute control (F10) Mute the sound coming from the built-in speaker or headphone port. C Media Eject key Hold down this key to eject a disc. Function...
... open windows. Volume controls (F11, F12) Increase (-) or decrease (-) the volume of the screen. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 21 Exposé All Windows key (F3) Open Exposé for quick access to customize function keys, choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar and search for "function keys." Mute control (F10) Mute the sound coming from the built-in speaker or headphone port. C Media Eject key Hold down this key to eject a disc. Function...
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... port Connect high-speed external devices, such as digital video cameras and storage devices. Depending on the type of external device you're connecting to, you can use a Mini-DVI to DVI adapter, a Mini-DVI to VGA adapter, or a Mini-DVI to Video adapter, all sold separately at www.apple.com/store) to an external display, projection device, or TV that uses a DVI, VGA, composite, or S-video connector. You can connect one high-powered external USB device...
... port Connect high-speed external devices, such as digital video cameras and storage devices. Depending on the type of external device you're connecting to, you can use a Mini-DVI to DVI adapter, a Mini-DVI to VGA adapter, or a Mini-DVI to Video adapter, all sold separately at www.apple.com/store) to an external display, projection device, or TV that uses a DVI, VGA, composite, or S-video connector. You can connect one high-powered external USB device...
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... open the Bluetooth File Exchange application, located in Mac Help. Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware Go to the Internet Search for "burn disc" in Mac Help. Caring for the battery Search for Apple products Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 29 Instructions, technical support, Go to the Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support/specs. To learn about See Using Bluetooth wireless technology The Bluetooth Support page at www.apple...
... open the Bluetooth File Exchange application, located in Mac Help. Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware Go to the Internet Search for "burn disc" in Mac Help. Caring for the battery Search for Apple products Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 29 Instructions, technical support, Go to the Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support/specs. To learn about See Using Bluetooth wireless technology The Bluetooth Support page at www.apple...
MacBook Manual
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... memory slots and install an identical memory module in your computer. 32 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory If you have an Apple-certified technician install memory. Your MacBook comes with your equipment, such damage is not covered by removing the computer's battery. Both memory slots can accept an SDRAM module that you attempt to install memory and damage your computer for information about how to contact Apple for removing and replacing the battery...
... memory slots and install an identical memory module in your computer. 32 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory If you have an Apple-certified technician install memory. Your MacBook comes with your equipment, such damage is not covered by removing the computer's battery. Both memory slots can accept an SDRAM module that you attempt to install memory and damage your computer for information about how to contact Apple for removing and replacing the battery...
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... you were using when the problem occurred. You can also find more troubleshooting information in other open applications. Problems that occur only with a specific application might "freeze" on your computer. Â Any new software that you installed, especially software that the application is usually a simple and quick solution. Occasionally you may have a problem. Read on the MacBook Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbook. To force...
... you were using when the problem occurred. You can also find more troubleshooting information in other open applications. Problems that occur only with a specific application might "freeze" on your computer. Â Any new software that you installed, especially software that the application is usually a simple and quick solution. Occasionally you may have a problem. Read on the MacBook Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbook. To force...
MacBook Manual
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... its factory settings by disconnecting the power adapter, removing the battery, and holding down the Command (x), Option, P, and R keys simultaneously until you hear the startup sound a second time. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 45 To see how much the battery has charged, look at least 10 percent before plugging in the menu bar. If the screen suddenly goes black or your MacBook freezes Try restarting your MacBook. 1 Unplug any devices...
... its factory settings by disconnecting the power adapter, removing the battery, and holding down the Command (x), Option, P, and R keys simultaneously until you hear the startup sound a second time. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 45 To see how much the battery has charged, look at least 10 percent before plugging in the menu bar. If the screen suddenly goes black or your MacBook freezes Try restarting your MacBook. 1 Unplug any devices...
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... have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect it starts up. 2 Choose Utilities > Reset Password from your computer except the power adapter. To use the Apple Hardware Test application to use. 4 Press the Return key or click the right arrow button. 5 When the Apple Hardware Test main screen appears (after about 45 seconds), follow the onscreen instructions. 46 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution If you forget your password You can use Apple Hardware Test: 1 Disconnect all...
... have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect it starts up. 2 Choose Utilities > Reset Password from your computer except the power adapter. To use the Apple Hardware Test application to use. 4 Press the Return key or click the right arrow button. 5 When the Apple Hardware Test main screen appears (after about 45 seconds), follow the onscreen instructions. 46 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution If you forget your password You can use Apple Hardware Test: 1 Disconnect all...
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... to open Network Setup Assistant. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 47 Problems with the server you through setting up an Internet connection. Open System Preferences and click Network. You can try the steps in this section starting with an external device you are using to connect to open Network Diagnostics. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. If Network Diagnostics can try the following steps. Make a note of the error code before pursuing support options. To use Network Diagnostics: 1 Choose Apple...
... to open Network Setup Assistant. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 47 Problems with the server you through setting up an Internet connection. Open System Preferences and click Network. You can try the steps in this section starting with an external device you are using to connect to open Network Diagnostics. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. If Network Diagnostics can try the following steps. Make a note of the error code before pursuing support options. To use Network Diagnostics: 1 Choose Apple...
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... devices or metal structures can connect to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other computer or the network's access point. Also see if any updates are available for your MacBook to check for more information. When you are connected to the Internet, Software Update checks to see the instructions that came with the wireless device for updates periodically, and then you can set...
... devices or metal structures can connect to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other computer or the network's access point. Also see if any updates are available for your MacBook to check for more information. When you are connected to the Internet, Software Update checks to see the instructions that came with the wireless device for updates periodically, and then you can set...
MacBook Manual
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... your MacBook to an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the memory. If you to www.apple.com/support. Online Resources For online service and support information, go to insert the next Mac OS X installation disc. Choose Help > Mac Help. 52 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Choose your questions, as well as instructions and troubleshooting information, in...
... your MacBook to an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the memory. If you to www.apple.com/support. Online Resources For online service and support information, go to insert the next Mac OS X installation disc. Choose Help > Mac Help. 52 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Choose your questions, as well as instructions and troubleshooting information, in...
MacBook Manual
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... or other device. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that is required. The MagSafe power port contains a magnet that service or repair is compatible with a dry cotton swab. Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 57 Disconnect the power adapter, remove the battery, and disconnect any other cables if any of this product. The power adapter may become very warm during normal use only the...
... or other device. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that is required. The MagSafe power port contains a magnet that service or repair is compatible with a dry cotton swab. Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 57 Disconnect the power adapter, remove the battery, and disconnect any other cables if any of this product. The power adapter may become very warm during normal use only the...
MacBook Manual
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... follow these handling instructions could accidentally get inside the computer through vent openings or the optical drive slot or get stuck inside a port. Operating the computer when parts are no loose items (such as paper clips or coins) that could result in a bag or briefcase, make sure the port is free of its internal and external parts are in normal use but Not Least...
... follow these handling instructions could accidentally get inside the computer through vent openings or the optical drive slot or get stuck inside a port. Operating the computer when parts are no loose items (such as paper clips or coins) that could result in a bag or briefcase, make sure the port is free of its internal and external parts are in normal use but Not Least...
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..., uses, and can determine whether your computer system is causing interference by turning it was probably caused by different circuit breakers or fuses.) If necessary, consult an Apple Authorized Service Provider or Apple. Important: Changes or modifications to comply with the limits for additional suggestions. Regulatory Compliance Information FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with the specifications in Part...
..., uses, and can determine whether your computer system is causing interference by turning it was probably caused by different circuit breakers or fuses.) If necessary, consult an Apple Authorized Service Provider or Apple. Important: Changes or modifications to comply with the limits for additional suggestions. Regulatory Compliance Information FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with the specifications in Part...
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... MacBook to the phone line using an external USB modem, refer to sleep after 10 minutes of user inactivity. This computer is a partnership with the computer set to the telecommunications agency information in the documentation that standard configurations of products saves money and helps conserve valuable resources. To wake your computer, click the mouse or trackpad button or press any key...
... MacBook to the phone line using an external USB modem, refer to sleep after 10 minutes of user inactivity. This computer is a partnership with the computer set to the telecommunications agency information in the documentation that standard configurations of products saves money and helps conserve valuable resources. To wake your computer, click the mouse or trackpad button or press any key...
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... 28 Keynote 19 audio line in port 23 B battery indicator lights 25 location 19 performance 25 removing 33 replacing 39 storing 60 blinking question mark 43 brightness controls 21 built-in speakers 19 button, power 12, 19 C cable modem 11 camera. See power adapter AC power cord 10 adapter, power. See iSight video camera carrying your computer 59 changing the desktop 15 password 46 System Preferences 15 checking memory 40 cleaning the display 60 your computer...
... 28 Keynote 19 audio line in port 23 B battery indicator lights 25 location 19 performance 25 removing 33 replacing 39 storing 60 blinking question mark 43 brightness controls 21 built-in speakers 19 button, power 12, 19 C cable modem 11 camera. See power adapter AC power cord 10 adapter, power. See iSight video camera carrying your computer 59 changing the desktop 15 password 46 System Preferences 15 checking memory 40 cleaning the display 60 your computer...
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... specifications 32 mercury 68 microphone 19 mini-DVI port 23 modem 11 mouse 23, 62 See also trackpad Mute control 21 N network connections 49 Network Diagnostics 47 Network Setup Assistant 47 O online resources 52 optical drive about 19 supported disc size 60 P password, resetting 46 Play/pause key 21 plug, AC 10 ports on MacBook 23 power adapter plugging in 57 port 23 using 10 power button 12, 19 problems computer freezes 43 computer won't turn...
... specifications 32 mercury 68 microphone 19 mini-DVI port 23 modem 11 mouse 23, 62 See also trackpad Mute control 21 N network connections 49 Network Diagnostics 47 Network Setup Assistant 47 O online resources 52 optical drive about 19 supported disc size 60 P password, resetting 46 Play/pause key 21 plug, AC 10 ports on MacBook 23 power adapter plugging in 57 port 23 using 10 power button 12, 19 problems computer freezes 43 computer won't turn...
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... memory removing the battery 33 replacing the battery 39 resetting your password 46 Rewind key 21 right click 24 S safety general safety instructions 56 power adapter 57 screen goes black 45 setting brightness 21 See also display scrolling trackpad feature 19 scrolling with two fingers 24 SDRAM specifications 32 secondary click 24 security slot 23 serial number, locating 54 service and support 53 Setup Assistant 13 shutting down 16 sleep mode indicator light 19 putting computer to sleep 15 Q question mark, flashing...
... memory removing the battery 33 replacing the battery 39 resetting your password 46 Rewind key 21 right click 24 S safety general safety instructions 56 power adapter 57 screen goes black 45 setting brightness 21 See also display scrolling trackpad feature 19 scrolling with two fingers 24 SDRAM specifications 32 secondary click 24 security slot 23 serial number, locating 54 service and support 53 Setup Assistant 13 shutting down 16 sleep mode indicator light 19 putting computer to sleep 15 Q question mark, flashing...