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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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As the MagSafe connector gets close to the MacBook and charge the battery. Plug the other end into the MagSafe power port. The AC power cord provides a grounded connection. Insert the AC plug of your AC plug are ...
As the MagSafe connector gets close to the MacBook and charge the battery. Plug the other end into the MagSafe power port. The AC power cord provides a grounded connection. Insert the AC plug of your AC plug are ...
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... a network, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook and the other end to your MacBook, an indicator light on your MacBook, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. Plug the Apple USB Modem into a USB port on the MagSafe connector starts to... glow. Note: When you need the external Apple USB Modem, available for purchase from the online Apple Store at www.apple.com/store or from the modem into a phone wall jack. A green light indicates that the battery is charging. G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Ethernet...
... a network, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook and the other end to your MacBook, an indicator light on your MacBook, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. Plug the Apple USB Modem into a USB port on the MagSafe connector starts to... glow. Note: When you need the external Apple USB Modem, available for purchase from the online Apple Store at www.apple.com/store or from the modem into a phone wall jack. A green light indicates that the battery is charging. G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Ethernet...
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... keyboard. The sleep indicator light goes on briefly during the shutdown process. To shut down . If you plan to store your MacBook for an extended period of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Shut Down from draining completely. 16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 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 a day or two, it's best to shut it to prevent your battery...
... keyboard. The sleep indicator light goes on briefly during the shutdown process. To shut down . If you plan to store your MacBook for an extended period of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Shut Down from draining completely. 16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 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 a day or two, it's best to shut it to prevent your battery...
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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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...-loading optical drive Your optical drive can also write to 30 feet away. Battery Run the MacBook using the included iChat AV application. Sleep indicator light A white light pulses when the MacBook is operating. Hold down to the memory in your MacBook during troubleshooting. Built-in sleep. Chapter 2 Life with two fingers. Removing the... the left of the iSight camera) or talk with one finger on or off, or put it to CDs. Infrared (IR) receiver Use an optional Apple Remote (sold separately at www.apple.com/store) with the IR receiver to click or double-click a selection.
...-loading optical drive Your optical drive can also write to 30 feet away. Battery Run the MacBook using the included iChat AV application. Sleep indicator light A white light pulses when the MacBook is operating. Hold down to the memory in your MacBook during troubleshooting. Built-in sleep. Chapter 2 Life with two fingers. Removing the... the left of the iSight camera) or talk with one finger on or off, or put it to CDs. Infrared (IR) receiver Use an optional Apple Remote (sold separately at www.apple.com/store) with the IR receiver to click or double-click a selection.
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... Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Connect to prevent theft. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 23 Depending on the type of external device you're connecting to, you can use a Mini-DVI to DVI adapter, ...www.apple.com/store) to a high-speed Ethernet network, a DSL or cable modem, or another computer. ¯ MagSafe power port Plug in port Connect your MacBook. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. , Audio in/optical digital audio in the included 60W MagSafe Power Adapter to recharge the MacBook battery....
... Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Connect to prevent theft. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 23 Depending on the type of external device you're connecting to, you can use a Mini-DVI to DVI adapter, ...www.apple.com/store) to a high-speed Ethernet network, a DSL or cable modem, or another computer. ¯ MagSafe power port Plug in port Connect your MacBook. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. , Audio in/optical digital audio in the included 60W MagSafe Power Adapter to recharge the MacBook battery....
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...battery recharge, or replace the drained battery with the battery in the battery by looking at the battery level indicator lights on , very little charge is not connected, your MacBook. Plug in the power adapter to your MacBook draws power from its battery. Chapter 2 Life with a charged one indicator light is on the battery itself. Using the MacBook Battery... check the charge with a fully charged battery (see page 33). If no lights are working, attach your computer. The length of the MacBook. To replace a low battery with Your MacBook 25 Press the button next to the ...
...battery recharge, or replace the drained battery with the battery in the battery by looking at the battery level indicator lights on , very little charge is not connected, your MacBook. Plug in the power adapter to your MacBook draws power from its battery. Chapter 2 Life with a charged one indicator light is on the battery itself. Using the MacBook Battery... check the charge with a fully charged battery (see page 33). If no lights are working, attach your computer. The length of the MacBook. To replace a low battery with Your MacBook 25 Press the button next to the ...
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..., when the computer is off , or in sleep. The battery recharges more information about battery conservation and performance tips, go to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. To conserve battery power, close applications and disconnect peripheral devices not in use, and adjust your MacBook is connected, the battery recharges whether the computer is based on , off or...
..., when the computer is off , or in sleep. The battery recharges more information about battery conservation and performance tips, go to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. To conserve battery power, close applications and disconnect peripheral devices not in use, and adjust your MacBook is connected, the battery recharges whether the computer is based on , off or...
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... for Apple products Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 29 at www.apple.com. Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware Go to the Apple website at www.apple.com/store) Front Row Search for "Front Row" in Mac Help. Specifications The Specifications page at www.apple.com... for "Internet" in Mac Help. To learn about See Using Bluetooth wireless technology The Bluetooth Support page at www.apple.com/support/ bluetooth. Connecting a printer Search for "battery" in Mac Help. Caring for the battery Search for "printing" in Mac Help.
... for Apple products Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 29 at www.apple.com. Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware Go to the Apple website at www.apple.com/store) Front Row Search for "Front Row" in Mac Help. Specifications The Specifications page at www.apple.com... for "Internet" in Mac Help. To learn about See Using Bluetooth wireless technology The Bluetooth Support page at www.apple.com/support/ bluetooth. Connecting a printer Search for "battery" in Mac Help. Caring for the battery Search for "printing" in Mac Help.
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This chapter provides information and instructions for installing additional memory and for removing and replacing the battery in each slot. Your MacBook comes with your MacBook. WARNING: Apple recommends that meets the following specifications: Â Double Data Rate Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module (DDR2 SO-...limited warranty on 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 contact Apple for information about how to install memory and damage your computer. 32 Chapter 3 Boost...
This chapter provides information and instructions for installing additional memory and for removing and replacing the battery in each slot. Your MacBook comes with your MacBook. WARNING: Apple recommends that meets the following specifications: Â Double Data Rate Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module (DDR2 SO-...limited warranty on 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 contact Apple for information about how to install memory and damage your computer. 32 Chapter 3 Boost...
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The following procedure includes instructions for removing the battery, adding memory, and replacing the battery. WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. See the battery safety information on page 58. Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery. Step 1: Remove the battery. 1 Shut down your MacBook. Disconnect the power adapter, Ethernet cable, and any other cords connected to the MacBook to prevent damaging the computer. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 33
The following procedure includes instructions for removing the battery, adding memory, and replacing the battery. WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. See the battery safety information on page 58. Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery. Step 1: Remove the battery. 1 Shut down your MacBook. Disconnect the power adapter, Ethernet cable, and any other cords connected to the MacBook to prevent damaging the computer. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 33
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2 Turn over the MacBook and locate the battery latch. If you have been using your MacBook can be warm. Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn clockwise to unlock the battery, and gently remove it. Á ¥ Á ¥ WARNING: The internal components of your MacBook, wait 10 minutes after shutting down 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 can be warm. Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn clockwise to unlock the battery, and gently remove it. Á ¥ Á ¥ WARNING: The internal components of your MacBook, wait 10 minutes after shutting down to let the internal components cool before continuing. 34 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory
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Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 39 Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn counterclockwise to lock the battery into the battery compartment. Gently press the left side of the battery into place. Á ¥ Á ¥ 2 Reconnect the power adapter and any other cables that were attached. Step 3: Replace the battery. 1 Place the right side of the battery down.
Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 39 Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn counterclockwise to lock the battery into the battery compartment. Gently press the left side of the battery into place. Á ¥ Á ¥ 2 Reconnect the power adapter and any other cables that were attached. Step 3: Replace the battery. 1 Place the right side of the battery down.
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... in the power cord, try restarting by holding down the C key as it . Â Check whether the battery needs to charge the battery at least until your MacBook. If using Disk Utility to four lights indicating the battery's level of charge. Â Wait a few seconds. Disconnect all external peripherals and try unplugging and replugging...
... in the power cord, try restarting by holding down the C key as it . Â Check whether the battery needs to charge the battery at least until your MacBook. If using Disk Utility to four lights indicating the battery's level of charge. Â Wait a few seconds. Disconnect all external peripherals and try unplugging and replugging...
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... the parameter RAM (PRAM). Â If you still can't start up your MacBook, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 52 for information about contacting Apple for the battery. If the screen suddenly goes black or your MacBook freezes Try restarting your MacBook. 1 Unplug any external devices and resuming your work. Â If the...
... the parameter RAM (PRAM). Â If you still can't start up your MacBook, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 52 for information about contacting Apple for the battery. If the screen suddenly goes black or your MacBook freezes Try restarting your MacBook. 1 Unplug any external devices and resuming your work. Â If the...
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A complete list is available on the web: www.apple.com/contact/phone_contacts.html Locating Your Product Serial Number Use one of these methods to find your MacBook in the battery bay. 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...
A complete list is available on the web: www.apple.com/contact/phone_contacts.html Locating Your Product Serial Number Use one of these methods to find your MacBook in the battery bay. 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...
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...page 60). Â The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged. Â Your MacBook or power adapter is compatible with a dry cotton swab. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that service or repair is required. Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 57 ...Always put the power adapter directly into a power outlet. Disconnect the power adapter, remove the battery, and disconnect any of this product. ...
...page 60). Â The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged. Â Your MacBook or power adapter is compatible with a dry cotton swab. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that service or repair is required. Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 57 ...Always put the power adapter directly into a power outlet. Disconnect the power adapter, remove the battery, and disconnect any of this product. ...
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...battery only with an Apple-authorized battery for any way. Avoiding hearing damage Permanent hearing loss may sound normal but Not Least If you . You can be affected. The louder the volume, the less time is not intended for use earbuds or headphones at high volume. Handling the battery... in any other uses where the failure of the computer system could be damaging to your local environmental guidelines. Stop using the battery if it appears damaged in the operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or communications systems, air traffic control systems, or for ...
...battery only with an Apple-authorized battery for any way. Avoiding hearing damage Permanent hearing loss may sound normal but Not Least If you . You can be affected. The louder the volume, the less time is not intended for use earbuds or headphones at high volume. Handling the battery... in any other uses where the failure of the computer system could be damaging to your local environmental guidelines. Stop using the battery if it appears damaged in the operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or communications systems, air traffic control systems, or for ...
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...the computer's exterior. To maintain the capacity of your MacBook and its components, first shut down your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Cleaning your MacBook When cleaning the outside of the battery, recharge the battery to wipe the screen. Then use aerosol sprays, solvents..., or abrasives that might damage the finish. Cleaning the MacBook screen To clean the MacBook screen, first shut down your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Then use the included cleaning cloth to 50 percent every six months or ...
...the computer's exterior. To maintain the capacity of your MacBook and its components, first shut down your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Cleaning your MacBook When cleaning the outside of the battery, recharge the battery to wipe the screen. Then use aerosol sprays, solvents..., or abrasives that might damage the finish. Cleaning the MacBook screen To clean the MacBook screen, first shut down your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Then use the included cleaning cloth to 50 percent every six months or ...