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Contents Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, Go 9 What's in the Box 9 Setting Up Your MacBook 15 Putting Your MacBook to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2: Life with Your MacBook 18 Basic Features of Your MacBook 20 Keyboard Features of Your MacBook 22 Ports on Your MacBook 24 Using the Trackpad and Keyboard 25 Using the MacBook Battery 27 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory 33 Installing Additional Memory 40 Making Sure Your MacBook Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 42 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook 46 Using Apple Hardware Test Contents 5
Contents Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, Go 9 What's in the Box 9 Setting Up Your MacBook 15 Putting Your MacBook to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2: Life with Your MacBook 18 Basic Features of Your MacBook 20 Keyboard Features of Your MacBook 22 Ports on Your MacBook 24 Using the Trackpad and Keyboard 25 Using the MacBook Battery 27 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory 33 Installing Additional Memory 40 Making Sure Your MacBook Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 42 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook 46 Using Apple Hardware Test Contents 5
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... to the port, you'll feel a magnetic pull drawing it in their completely extended position. As the MagSafe connector gets close to the MacBook and charge the battery. Plug the other end into the MagSafe power port. Make sure the AC plug is seated firmly. Insert the AC plug of your power...
... to the port, you'll feel a magnetic pull drawing it in their completely extended position. As the MagSafe connector gets close to the MacBook and charge the battery. Plug the other end into the MagSafe power port. Make sure the AC plug is seated firmly. Insert the AC plug of your power...
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... connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook, an indicator light on your MacBook, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 11 An amber light indicates that the battery is fully charged or is seated properly. Note: ...When you first connect the power adapter to your MacBook and the other end to a cable modem,...
... connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook, an indicator light on your MacBook, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 11 An amber light indicates that the battery is fully charged or is seated properly. Note: ...When you first connect the power adapter to your MacBook and the other end to a cable modem,...
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...power (®) button or any key on briefly during the shutdown process. Shutting Down Your MacBook If you left them. If you plan to store your MacBook for an extended period of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Shut Down from sleep, your applications, documents, and computer settings are ...going to use your MacBook for a day or two, it's best to shut it to wake your MacBook. Â If the display is already open it down your MacBook, do one of time, see "Important Handling Information" on page 59 for information about how to prevent your battery from draining completely....
...power (®) button or any key on briefly during the shutdown process. Shutting Down Your MacBook If you left them. If you plan to store your MacBook for an extended period of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Shut Down from sleep, your applications, documents, and computer settings are ...going to use your MacBook for a day or two, it's best to shut it to wake your MacBook. Â If the display is already open it down your MacBook, do one of time, see "Important Handling Information" on page 59 for information about how to prevent your battery from draining completely....
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Basic Features of Your MacBook Microphone iSight camera Camera indicator light Stereo speakers ®? Battery (underneath) Trackpad Trackpad button Sleep indicator light Slot-loading optical drive Infrared (IR) receiver ® Power button 18 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook
Basic Features of Your MacBook Microphone iSight camera Camera indicator light Stereo speakers ®? Battery (underneath) Trackpad Trackpad button Sleep indicator light Slot-loading optical drive Infrared (IR) receiver ® Power button 18 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook
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The indicator light glows when the iSight camera is in sleep. Battery Run the MacBook using battery power when you are away from up to 30 feet away. Sleep indicator light A white light pulses when the MacBook is operating. Slot-loading optical drive Your optical drive can also write to DVD discs. ...www.apple.com/store) with the IR receiver to control Front Row and Keynote on or off, or put it to sleep. If you have a SuperDrive, you access to the memory in your MacBook during troubleshooting. Built-in stereo speakers Listen to click or double-click a selection. Removing the battery ...
The indicator light glows when the iSight camera is in sleep. Battery Run the MacBook using battery power when you are away from up to 30 feet away. Sleep indicator light A white light pulses when the MacBook is operating. Slot-loading optical drive Your optical drive can also write to DVD discs. ...www.apple.com/store) with the IR receiver to control Front Row and Keynote on or off, or put it to sleep. If you have a SuperDrive, you access to the memory in your MacBook during troubleshooting. Built-in stereo speakers Listen to click or double-click a selection. Removing the battery ...
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... Mini-DVI to VGA adapter, or a Mini-DVI to Video adapter, all sold separately at www.apple.com/store) to prevent theft. You can connect one high-powered external USB device. ¯ MagSafe power port... Plug in port Connect your MacBook. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store. H FireWire 400 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as digital... a modem, iPod, iPhone, mouse, keyboard, printer, digital camera, and more to your MacBook to recharge the MacBook battery. Chapter 2 Life with Your...
... Mini-DVI to VGA adapter, or a Mini-DVI to Video adapter, all sold separately at www.apple.com/store) to prevent theft. You can connect one high-powered external USB device. ¯ MagSafe power port... Plug in port Connect your MacBook. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store. H FireWire 400 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as digital... a modem, iPod, iPhone, mouse, keyboard, printer, digital camera, and more to your MacBook to recharge the MacBook battery. Chapter 2 Life with Your...
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...to a power adapter, shut down your computer. If no lights are working, attach your MacBook. Using the MacBook Battery When the MagSafe power adapter is left in the battery. You can determine the charge left . If the battery runs low while you are on , very little charge is connected. You can check ...the charge with Your MacBook 25 Press the button next to the lights, and the ...
...to a power adapter, shut down your computer. If no lights are working, attach your MacBook. Using the MacBook Battery When the MagSafe power adapter is left in the battery. You can determine the charge left . If the battery runs low while you are on , very little charge is connected. You can check ...the charge with Your MacBook 25 Press the button next to the lights, and the ...
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... that came with Your MacBook For more quickly, however, when the computer is based on , off or in sleep. 26 Chapter 2 Life with your Energy Saver settings. The battery recharges more information about battery conservation and performance tips, go to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. Á ¥ Button Indicator lights Battery The amount of power...
... that came with Your MacBook For more quickly, however, when the computer is based on , off or in sleep. 26 Chapter 2 Life with your Energy Saver settings. The battery recharges more information about battery conservation and performance tips, go to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. Á ¥ Button Indicator lights Battery The amount of power...
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... a CD or DVD Search for Apple products Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 29 Connecting a printer Search for "Front Row" in Mac Help. at www.apple.com. Specifications The Specifications page at www.apple.com/support/ bluetooth. Caring for the battery Search for "remote" in Mac Help. Apple Remote (sold separately Search for "battery" in Mac Help. Or...
... a CD or DVD Search for Apple products Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 29 Connecting a printer Search for "Front Row" in Mac Help. at www.apple.com. Specifications The Specifications page at www.apple.com/support/ bluetooth. Caring for the battery Search for "remote" in Mac Help. Apple Remote (sold separately Search for "battery" in Mac Help. Or...
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... technician install memory. If you attempt to contact Apple for removing and replacing the battery in each slot. WARNING: Apple recommends that came with a minimum of 1 gigabyte (GB) of 667 MHz Double Data Rate (DDR2) Synchronous Dynamic Random-Access Memory (SDRAM) installed. Your MacBook comes with your computer for information about how to install...
... technician install memory. If you attempt to contact Apple for removing and replacing the battery in each slot. WARNING: Apple recommends that came with a minimum of 1 gigabyte (GB) of 667 MHz Double Data Rate (DDR2) Synchronous Dynamic Random-Access Memory (SDRAM) installed. Your MacBook comes with your computer for information about how to install...
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Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 33 WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. 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. See the battery safety information on page 58. Disconnect the power adapter, Ethernet cable, and any other cords connected to the MacBook to prevent damaging the computer.
Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 33 WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. 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. See the battery safety information on page 58. Disconnect the power adapter, Ethernet cable, and any other cords connected to the MacBook to prevent damaging the computer.
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Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn clockwise to let the internal components cool before continuing. 34 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 2 Turn over the MacBook and locate the battery latch. If you have been using your MacBook, wait 10 minutes after shutting down to unlock the battery, and gently remove it. Á ¥ Á ¥ WARNING: The internal components of your MacBook can be warm.
Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn clockwise to let the internal components cool before continuing. 34 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 2 Turn over the MacBook and locate the battery latch. If you have been using your MacBook, wait 10 minutes after shutting down to unlock the battery, and gently remove it. Á ¥ Á ¥ WARNING: The internal components of your MacBook can be warm.
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... to 10 seconds. Press the small button on page 51. Select a local Mac OS X System folder. Â If that came with Your MacBook" on the battery. If the power adapter stops charging and you don't see the indicator light on the power adapter turn on when you might need to... four lights indicating the battery's level of charge. After the computer starts up , shut it . Â Check whether the battery needs to charge the battery at least until your computer starts up . Â Choose Installer > Open Disk Utility. If a...
... to 10 seconds. Press the small button on page 51. Select a local Mac OS X System folder. Â If that came with Your MacBook" on the battery. If the power adapter stops charging and you don't see the indicator light on the power adapter turn on when you might need to... four lights indicating the battery's level of charge. After the computer starts up , shut it . Â Check whether the battery needs to charge the battery at least until your computer starts up . Â Choose Installer > Open Disk Utility. If a...
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...you hear the startup sound a second time. To see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 52 for information about contacting Apple for the battery. The screen might also darken if you still can't start up your work. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 45 This resets the ...you have energy saver features set for service. If the screen suddenly goes black or your MacBook freezes Try restarting your MacBook. 1 Unplug any external devices and resuming your MacBook, see how much the battery has charged, look at least 5 seconds. Â If you recently installed additional memory, ...
...you hear the startup sound a second time. To see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 52 for information about contacting Apple for the battery. The screen might also darken if you still can't start up your work. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 45 This resets the ...you have energy saver features set for service. If the screen suddenly goes black or your MacBook freezes Try restarting your MacBook. 1 Unplug any external devices and resuming your MacBook, see how much the battery has charged, look at least 5 seconds. Â If you recently installed additional memory, ...
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... number beneath the words "Mac OS X" to change, and local and national telephone rates may apply. For information about removing the battery, see page 33. 54 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Country Ireland New Zealand United Kingdom Phone (353) 1850 946 191 00800-...apple.com/nz/support www.apple.com/uk/support Telephone numbers are subject to cycle through the Mac OS X version number, the build version, and the serial number. Â Open System Profiler (in /Applications/Utilities/) and click Hardware. Â Remove the battery and view the serial number for your MacBook in the battery...
... number beneath the words "Mac OS X" to change, and local and national telephone rates may apply. For information about removing the battery, see page 33. 54 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Country Ireland New Zealand United Kingdom Phone (353) 1850 946 191 00800-...apple.com/nz/support www.apple.com/uk/support Telephone numbers are subject to cycle through the Mac OS X version number, the build version, and the serial number. Â Open System Profiler (in /Applications/Utilities/) and click Hardware. Â Remove the battery and view the serial number for your MacBook in the battery...
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... power adapter that service or repair is required. Disconnect the power adapter, remove the battery, and disconnect any other cables if any of this product. If debris gets into the case. Â Your MacBook or power adapter has been dropped, the case has been damaged, or you suspect that... with this port. Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 57 Always put the power adapter directly into a power outlet. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that can erase data on the floor in a well-ventilated location. Using the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter Make sure the ...
... power adapter that service or repair is required. Disconnect the power adapter, remove the battery, and disconnect any other cables if any of this product. If debris gets into the case. Â Your MacBook or power adapter has been dropped, the case has been damaged, or you suspect that... with this port. Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 57 Always put the power adapter directly into a power outlet. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that can erase data on the floor in a well-ventilated location. Using the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter Make sure the ...
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... spray liquid directly on the screen. 60 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least Cleaning the MacBook screen To clean the MacBook screen, first shut down your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Then use aerosol sprays, solvents, or abrasives that might damage the finish. Do not ...smaller than 12 cm (4.7 inches) are going to store your MacBook for longer than five months, discharge the battery to 50 percent every six months or so. Cleaning your MacBook When cleaning the outside of the battery, recharge the battery to approximately 50 percent and then remove it in a cool...
... spray liquid directly on the screen. 60 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least Cleaning the MacBook screen To clean the MacBook screen, first shut down your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Then use aerosol sprays, solvents, or abrasives that might damage the finish. Do not ...smaller than 12 cm (4.7 inches) are going to store your MacBook for longer than five months, discharge the battery to 50 percent every six months or so. Cleaning your MacBook When cleaning the outside of the battery, recharge the battery to approximately 50 percent and then remove it in a cool...
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... 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 on 44 pointer won... iSight video camera 19 K keyboard ergonomics 61 features 20 media controls 21 keyboard shortcuts 24 Keynote application 19 keys function 21 Media Eject 21 L lights battery 25 sleep indicator 19 M Mac Help 27 Mac OS X website 28 MagSafe power adapter.
... 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 on 44 pointer won... iSight video camera 19 K keyboard ergonomics 61 features 20 media controls 21 keyboard shortcuts 24 Keynote application 19 keys function 21 Media Eject 21 L lights battery 25 sleep indicator 19 M Mac Help 27 Mac OS X website 28 MagSafe power adapter.
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See memory removing the battery 33 replacing the battery 39 resetting your computer 16 74 Looking for Something? screen goes black 45 trouble ejecting a disc 46 trouble using Mac Help 52 See also problems ... 51 System Profiler 53 T trackpad location 19 scrolling 19 trackpad shortcuts 24 troubleshooting AirPort 50 AppleCare 53 computer freezes 43 computer won't turn on your MacBook 12 typing position 61 U updating software 50 USB connections 29 ports 23 V video camera indicator light 19 mini-DVI port 23 volume controls 21 W waking...
See memory removing the battery 33 replacing the battery 39 resetting your computer 16 74 Looking for Something? screen goes black 45 trouble ejecting a disc 46 trouble using Mac Help 52 See also problems ... 51 System Profiler 53 T trackpad location 19 scrolling 19 trackpad shortcuts 24 troubleshooting AirPort 50 AppleCare 53 computer freezes 43 computer won't turn on your MacBook 12 typing position 61 U updating software 50 USB connections 29 ports 23 V video camera indicator light 19 mini-DVI port 23 volume controls 21 W waking...