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...computer. Important: Remove the protective film around the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter before you have never used a MacBook or are an experienced user, you can be slightly different from what you look over the information in this MacBook. For information about the new features of this book may be...to Macintosh computers, read this chapter for help getting Mac Help, see onscreen. Apple may release new versions and updates to its system software, so the images shown in Chapter 2, "Life with Your MacBook," to find out about getting started . Many answers to questions can set ...
...computer. Important: Remove the protective film around the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter before you have never used a MacBook or are an experienced user, you can be slightly different from what you look over the information in this MacBook. For information about the new features of this book may be...to Macintosh computers, read this chapter for help getting Mac Help, see onscreen. Apple may release new versions and updates to its system software, so the images shown in Chapter 2, "Life with Your MacBook," to find out about getting started . Many answers to questions can set ...
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What's in the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter  Connecting cables and accessing a network  Turning on your MacBook and using the trackpad  Configuring a user account and other settings using Setup Assistant  Setting up quickly and start using it up the Mac OS X desktop and preferences Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 9 The following pages take you through the setup process, including these tasks:  Plugging in the Box AC power cord AC plug 60W MagSafe Power Adapter Setting Up Your MacBook Your MacBook is designed so that you can set it right away.
What's in the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter  Connecting cables and accessing a network  Turning on your MacBook and using the trackpad  Configuring a user account and other settings using Setup Assistant  Setting up quickly and start using it up the Mac OS X desktop and preferences Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 9 The following pages take you through the setup process, including these tasks:  Plugging in the Box AC power cord AC plug 60W MagSafe Power Adapter Setting Up Your MacBook Your MacBook is designed so that you can set it right away.
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... the plug, not the cord. 10 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go The AC power cord provides a grounded connection. Plug the other end into the power adapter and the electrical prongs on your power adapter, first pull the AC plug up to the MacBook and charge the battery. When disconnecting the power adapter from an outlet or from the...
... the plug, not the cord. 10 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go The AC power cord provides a grounded connection. Plug the other end into the power adapter and the electrical prongs on your power adapter, first pull the AC plug up to the MacBook and charge the battery. When disconnecting the power adapter from an outlet or from the...
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... 2: To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. Note: When you first connect the power adapter to your MacBook, an indicator light on your MacBook and the other end to a cable modem, DSL modem, or network.
... 2: To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from an Apple Authorized Reseller. Note: When you first connect the power adapter to your MacBook, an indicator light on your MacBook and the other end to a cable modem, DSL modem, or network.
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...and storage devices. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. , Audio in/optical digital audio in the included 60W MagSafe Power Adapter 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...'re connecting to, you can use a Mini-DVI to DVI adapter, a Mini-DVI to VGA adapter, or a Mini-DVI to recharge the MacBook battery. ¯ MagSafe power port Plug in port Connect your MacBook. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 23 G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Connect to a...
...and storage devices. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. , Audio in/optical digital audio in the included 60W MagSafe Power Adapter 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...'re connecting to, you can use a Mini-DVI to DVI adapter, a Mini-DVI to VGA adapter, or a Mini-DVI to recharge the MacBook battery. ¯ MagSafe power port Plug in port Connect your MacBook. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 23 G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Connect to a...
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...of time that you can determine the charge left . Using the MacBook Battery When the MagSafe power adapter is not connected, your power adapter and let the battery recharge. If no lights are working, attach your MacBook draws power from its battery. Chapter 2 Life with a charged one indicator ... glow briefly to show how much charge is left in the power adapter to a power adapter, shut down your MacBook varies, depending on , the battery is completely drained and the MacBook won't start up unless the power adapter is on the battery itself. Plug in the battery. The length...
...of time that you can determine the charge left . Using the MacBook Battery When the MagSafe power adapter is not connected, your power adapter and let the battery recharge. If no lights are working, attach your MacBook draws power from its battery. Chapter 2 Life with a charged one indicator ... glow briefly to show how much charge is left in the power adapter to a power adapter, shut down your MacBook varies, depending on , the battery is completely drained and the MacBook won't start up unless the power adapter is on the battery itself. Plug in the battery. The length...
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... computer is based on , off or in sleep. 26 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook The battery recharges more information about battery conservation and performance tips, go to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. Charging the Battery When the power adapter that came with your Energy Saver settings. The battery charge level displayed is off...
... computer is based on , off or in sleep. 26 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook The battery recharges more information about battery conservation and performance tips, go to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. Charging the Battery When the power adapter that came with your Energy Saver settings. The battery charge level displayed is off...
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The following procedure includes instructions for removing the battery, adding memory, and replacing the battery. 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 Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery. Step 1: Remove the battery. 1 Shut down your MacBook. See the battery safety information on page 58. WARNING: Use care when handling the battery.
The following procedure includes instructions for removing the battery, adding memory, and replacing the battery. 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 Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery. Step 1: Remove the battery. 1 Shut down your MacBook. See the battery safety information on page 58. WARNING: Use care when handling the battery.
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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. 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.
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...MacBook" on the battery. Be sure to charge the battery at least until your computer starts up . Â Choose Installer > Open Disk Utility. Â Wait a few seconds. When your computer turns on: Â Make sure the power adapter is flashing, allow the power adapter to use the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter... that doesn't work, try unplugging and replugging the power cord to reseat it down by pressing the power (®) button while holding down the C ...
...MacBook" on the battery. Be sure to charge the battery at least until your computer starts up . Â Choose Installer > Open Disk Utility. Â Wait a few seconds. When your computer turns on: Â Make sure the power adapter is flashing, allow the power adapter to use the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter... that doesn't work, try unplugging and replugging the power cord to reseat it down by pressing the power (®) button while holding down the C ...
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... and Support" on page 52 for information about contacting Apple for at least 5 seconds. Â If you hear the startup sound a second time. If the screen suddenly goes black or your MacBook freezes Try restarting your MacBook. 1 Unplug any devices that it is compatible with your... R keys simultaneously until you recently installed additional memory, make sure that it is correctly installed and that are connected to your MacBook, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power (®) button to restart the system. 3 Let the battery charge to at least 10 percent before plugging in the menu ...
... and Support" on page 52 for information about contacting Apple for at least 5 seconds. Â If you hear the startup sound a second time. If the screen suddenly goes black or your MacBook freezes Try restarting your MacBook. 1 Unplug any devices that it is compatible with your... R keys simultaneously until you recently installed additional memory, make sure that it is correctly installed and that are connected to your MacBook, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power (®) button to restart the system. 3 Let the battery charge to at least 10 percent before plugging in the menu ...
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... > Reset Password from your computer except the power adapter. If you can reset your administrator password and passwords for all external devices from the menu bar. If you want to help determine if there is a problem with the MacBook hardware, you have trouble ejecting a disc ...appears (after about 45 seconds), follow the onscreen instructions. 46 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Then restart your MacBook while holding down the D key. 3 When the Apple Hardware Test chooser screen appears, select the language you have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect it. 2 Restart...
... > Reset Password from your computer except the power adapter. If you can reset your administrator password and passwords for all external devices from the menu bar. If you want to help determine if there is a problem with the MacBook hardware, you have trouble ejecting a disc ...appears (after about 45 seconds), follow the onscreen instructions. 46 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Then restart your MacBook while holding down the D key. 3 When the Apple Hardware Test chooser screen appears, select the language you have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect it. 2 Restart...
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...up the data on your hard disk before installing Mac OS X and other applications. 2 Make sure your power adapter is not responsible for "Software Update" in . 3 Insert the Mac OS X Install Disc 1 that ...came with your computer. 4 Double-click Install Mac OS X and Bundled Software. Apple is connected and plugged in Mac Help. Â For the latest information about Mac OS X, go to ...Bundled Software. Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook You can use the software installation discs that you should back up your essential files before restoring ...
...up the data on your hard disk before installing Mac OS X and other applications. 2 Make sure your power adapter is not responsible for "Software Update" in . 3 Insert the Mac OS X Install Disc 1 that ...came with your computer. 4 Double-click Install Mac OS X and Bundled Software. Apple is connected and plugged in Mac Help. Â For the latest information about Mac OS X, go to ...Bundled Software. Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook You can use the software installation discs that you should back up your essential files before restoring ...
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... damaged, or you suspect that came with a dry cotton swab. Disconnect the power adapter, remove the battery, and disconnect any other cables if any of this product. The MagSafe power port contains a magnet that is required. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that can erase data on a credit card, iPod, or other magnetically...
... damaged, or you suspect that came with a dry cotton swab. Disconnect the power adapter, remove the battery, and disconnect any other cables if any of this product. The MagSafe power port contains a magnet that is required. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that can erase data on a credit card, iPod, or other magnetically...
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When storing your computer for an extended period of time, keep it from your MacBook If you are not supported and can become lodged in the drive. Cleaning your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Do not use the included cleaning cloth to 50 percent. ... on the computer. Using the optical drive The optical drive in your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Storing your MacBook. Cleaning the MacBook screen To clean the MacBook screen, first shut down your MacBook When cleaning the outside of the battery, recharge the battery to clean the...
When storing your computer for an extended period of time, keep it from your MacBook If you are not supported and can become lodged in the drive. Cleaning your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Do not use the included cleaning cloth to 50 percent. ... on the computer. Using the optical drive The optical drive in your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Storing your MacBook. Cleaning the MacBook screen To clean the MacBook screen, first shut down your MacBook When cleaning the outside of the battery, recharge the battery to clean the...
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See power adapter AirPort Extreme troubleshooting 50 AppleCare 53 Apple Hardware Test 46 Apple Remote 19, 29 application freeze 42 applications Front Row 19, 29 iChat AV 19 iLife '08 28 Keynote 19 audio line in port 23 B battery ... software 50 drive, optical 19 DSL modem 11 E ejecting a disc 46 environmental impact 63 ergonomics 61 72 Looking for Something? Index A AC plug 10 AC power adapter. See power adapter AC power cord 10 adapter, power.
See power adapter AirPort Extreme troubleshooting 50 AppleCare 53 Apple Hardware Test 46 Apple Remote 19, 29 application freeze 42 applications Front Row 19, 29 iChat AV 19 iLife '08 28 Keynote 19 audio line in port 23 B battery ... software 50 drive, optical 19 DSL modem 11 E ejecting a disc 46 environmental impact 63 ergonomics 61 72 Looking for Something? Index A AC plug 10 AC power adapter. See power adapter AC power cord 10 adapter, power.
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See power adapter MagSafe power port 23 media controls 21 Media Eject key 21 memory checking 40 installing 32, 33, 35 specifications 32 mercury 68 microphone 19 ...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't move 42 Looking for Something? 73... 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.
See power adapter MagSafe power port 23 media controls 21 Media Eject key 21 memory checking 40 installing 32, 33, 35 specifications 32 mercury 68 microphone 19 ...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't move 42 Looking for Something? 73... 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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...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 ...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 ...
...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 ...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 ...