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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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... and the MagSafe connector into a power outlet. Plug the other end into the MagSafe power port. Attach the included AC power cord to the MacBook and charge the battery. Step 1: Plug in the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter to provide power to the adapter, making sure it in their completely extended position. Make...
... and the MagSafe connector into a power outlet. Plug the other end into the MagSafe power port. Attach the included AC power cord to the MacBook and charge the battery. Step 1: Plug in the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter to provide power to the adapter, making sure it in their completely extended position. Make...
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... Ethernet cable to your MacBook, an indicator light on 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 and the other end to a cable modem, DSL modem, or network. A green light indicates that the battery is seated properly. Plug...
... Ethernet cable to your MacBook, an indicator light on 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 and the other end to a cable modem, DSL modem, or network. A green light indicates that the battery is seated properly. Plug...
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...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 Shutting Down Your MacBook If you left them. When your MacBook wakes from sleep, your applications..., documents, and computer settings are exactly as you aren't going to use your MacBook for information about how to prevent your battery...
...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 Shutting Down Your MacBook If you left them. When your MacBook wakes from sleep, your applications..., documents, and computer settings are exactly as you aren't going to use your MacBook for information about how to prevent your battery...
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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 Basic Features of Your MacBook Microphone iSight camera Camera indicator light Stereo speakers ®?
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...light Videoconference with others using iChat AV, take pictures with Photo Booth, or capture video with the IR receiver to restart your MacBook from a power outlet. Removing the battery gives you access to sleep. If you have a SuperDrive, you are away from up to DVD discs. ® Power... troubleshooting. Hold down to control Front Row and Keynote on the trackpad, or scroll with Your MacBook 19 Infrared (IR) receiver Use an optional Apple Remote (sold separately at www.apple.com/store) with iMovie '08. Slot-loading optical drive Your optical drive can also write to 30 feet ...
...light Videoconference with others using iChat AV, take pictures with Photo Booth, or capture video with the IR receiver to restart your MacBook from a power outlet. Removing the battery gives you access to sleep. If you have a SuperDrive, you are away from up to DVD discs. ® Power... troubleshooting. Hold down to control Front Row and Keynote on the trackpad, or scroll with Your MacBook 19 Infrared (IR) receiver Use an optional Apple Remote (sold separately at www.apple.com/store) with iMovie '08. Slot-loading optical drive Your optical drive can also write to 30 feet ...
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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. Depending on the type of external device you're connecting to, you can connect one high-powered external USB device. 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 prevent theft. The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable. £ Mini-DVI (video out) port...
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. Depending on the type of external device you're connecting to, you can connect one high-powered external USB device. 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 prevent theft. The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable. £ Mini-DVI (video out) port...
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... is left in the power adapter to show how much charge is not connected, your MacBook draws power from its battery. If no lights are working, attach your computer. If the battery runs low while you use and the external devices connected to a power adapter, shut... MacBook varies, depending on the battery itself. The length of the MacBook. Press the button next to the lights, and the lights glow briefly to let the battery recharge, or replace the drained battery with Your MacBook 25 Plug in the battery. You can help conserve battery charge. Using the MacBook Battery ...
... is left in the power adapter to show how much charge is not connected, your MacBook draws power from its battery. If no lights are working, attach your computer. If the battery runs low while you use and the external devices connected to a power adapter, shut... MacBook varies, depending on the battery itself. The length of the MacBook. Press the button next to the lights, and the lights glow briefly to let the battery recharge, or replace the drained battery with Your MacBook 25 Plug in the battery. You can help conserve battery charge. Using the MacBook Battery ...
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... devices, and system settings you are currently using. Charging the Battery When the power adapter that came with Your MacBook The battery charge level displayed is 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.
... devices, and system settings you are currently using. Charging the Battery When the power adapter that came with Your MacBook The battery charge level displayed is 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.
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... Instructions, technical support, Go to the Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support/ bluetooth. To learn about See Using Bluetooth wireless technology ...Apple website at www.apple.com/support/specs. Apple Remote (sold separately Search for "Internet" in Mac Help. Burning a CD or DVD Search for "battery" in the Utilities folder within the Applications folder, and choose Help > Bluetooth Help. Apple... Caring for the battery Search for "burn disc" in Mac Help. Specifications The Specifications page at www.apple.com. Or open System Profiler by choosing Apple (K) > About ...
... Instructions, technical support, Go to the Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support/ bluetooth. To learn about See Using Bluetooth wireless technology ...Apple website at www.apple.com/support/specs. Apple Remote (sold separately Search for "Internet" in Mac Help. Burning a CD or DVD Search for "battery" in the Utilities folder within the Applications folder, and choose Help > Bluetooth Help. Apple... Caring for the battery Search for "burn disc" in Mac Help. Specifications The Specifications page at www.apple.com. Or open System Profiler by choosing Apple (K) > About ...
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...warranty on your computer. 32 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory If you have an Apple-certified technician install memory. This chapter provides information and instructions for installing additional memory .... Consult the service and support information that you attempt to contact Apple for removing and replacing the battery in each slot. Your computer has two memory slots that meets the... memory module in your equipment, such damage is not covered by removing the computer's battery. WARNING: Apple recommends that came with a minimum of 1 gigabyte (GB) of 667 MHz Double Data ...
...warranty on your computer. 32 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory If you have an Apple-certified technician install memory. This chapter provides information and instructions for installing additional memory .... Consult the service and support information that you attempt to contact Apple for removing and replacing the battery in each slot. Your computer has two memory slots that meets the... memory module in your equipment, such damage is not covered by removing the computer's battery. WARNING: Apple recommends that came with a minimum of 1 gigabyte (GB) of 667 MHz Double Data ...
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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. Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery. See the battery safety information on page 58. 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 WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. 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. See the battery safety information on page 58. 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.
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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. 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
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Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 39 Gently press the left side of the battery into place. Á ¥ Á ¥ 2 Reconnect the power adapter and any other cables that were attached. Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn counterclockwise to lock the battery into the battery compartment. Step 3: Replace the battery. 1 Place the right side of the battery down.
Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 39 Gently press the left side of the battery into place. Á ¥ Á ¥ 2 Reconnect the power adapter and any other cables that were attached. Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn counterclockwise to lock the battery into the battery compartment. Step 3: Replace the battery. 1 Place the right side of the battery down.
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...you plug in the First Aid pane to 10 seconds. Select a local Mac OS X System folder. Â If that came with Your MacBook" on the battery. You should see if Disk Utility can repair the disk. See "Reinstalling the Software That Came with your computer starts up , open System ...Preferences and click Startup Disk. Be sure to four lights indicating the battery's level of charge. When your MacBook. Â Wait a few seconds. If the computer doesn't soon start up , shut it starts up. Â Choose Installer > ...
...you plug in the First Aid pane to 10 seconds. Select a local Mac OS X System folder. Â If that came with Your MacBook" on the battery. You should see if Disk Utility can repair the disk. See "Reinstalling the Software That Came with your computer starts up , open System ...Preferences and click Startup Disk. Be sure to four lights indicating the battery's level of charge. When your MacBook. Â Wait a few seconds. If the computer doesn't soon start up , shut it starts up. Â Choose Installer > ...
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...If the screen suddenly goes black or your MacBook freezes Try restarting your MacBook. 1 Unplug any external devices and resuming your MacBook, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power (®) button to restart the system. 3 Let the battery charge to at least 5 seconds. Â...; If you have energy saver features set for service. To 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 MacBook, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power (®) button to restart the system. 3 Let the battery charge to at least 5 seconds. Â...; If you have energy saver features set for service. To see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 52 for information about contacting Apple for the battery...
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... (in /Applications/Utilities/) and click Hardware. Â Remove the battery and view the serial number for your MacBook in the battery bay. For information about removing the battery, see page 33. 54 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution A complete list is available on the web: www.apple.com/contact/phone_contacts.html Locating Your Product Serial Number Use...
... (in /Applications/Utilities/) and click Hardware. Â Remove the battery and view the serial number for your MacBook in the battery bay. For information about removing the battery, see page 33. 54 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution A complete list is available on the web: www.apple.com/contact/phone_contacts.html Locating Your Product Serial Number Use...
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...fully inserted into the power adapter before plugging the adapter into the case. Â Your MacBook or power adapter has been dropped, the case has been damaged, or you suspect that can... iPod, or other device. Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 57 Disconnect the power adapter, remove the battery, and disconnect any other magnetically sensitive material or devices within 1 inch (25 mm) of the following conditions...60). Â The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged. Â Your MacBook or power adapter is compatible with your data, do not place these or other cables if...
...fully inserted into the power adapter before plugging the adapter into the case. Â Your MacBook or power adapter has been dropped, the case has been damaged, or you suspect that can... iPod, or other device. Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 57 Disconnect the power adapter, remove the battery, and disconnect any other magnetically sensitive material or devices within 1 inch (25 mm) of the following conditions...60). Â The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged. Â Your MacBook or power adapter is compatible with your data, do not place these or other cables if...
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...injury, or severe environmental damage. 58 Chapter 5 Last, but can be damaging to your hearing could be affected. Replace the battery only with an Apple-authorized battery for any way. Avoiding hearing damage Permanent hearing loss may sound normal but Not Least High-risk activities This computer system is ...systems, air traffic control systems, or for this product. If you . Hearing experts suggest that may occur if earbuds or headphones are used batteries promptly according to a higher volume of sound that to protect your hearing: Â Limit the amount of time you use in the ...
...injury, or severe environmental damage. 58 Chapter 5 Last, but can be damaging to your hearing could be affected. Replace the battery only with an Apple-authorized battery for any way. Avoiding hearing damage Permanent hearing loss may sound normal but Not Least High-risk activities This computer system is ...systems, air traffic control systems, or for this product. If you . Hearing experts suggest that may occur if earbuds or headphones are used batteries promptly according to a higher volume of sound that to protect your hearing: Â Limit the amount of time you use in the ...
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...percent. To maintain the capacity of time, keep it from your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Cleaning your MacBook When cleaning the outside of your MacBook and its components, first shut down your MacBook. Then use the included cleaning cloth to 50 percent every six ...months or so. When storing your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Using the optical drive The optical drive in the drive. Cleaning the MacBook screen To clean the MacBook screen, first shut down your computer for an extended period ...
...percent. To maintain the capacity of time, keep it from your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Cleaning your MacBook When cleaning the outside of your MacBook and its components, first shut down your MacBook. Then use the included cleaning cloth to 50 percent every six ...months or so. When storing your MacBook, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Using the optical drive The optical drive in the drive. Cleaning the MacBook screen To clean the MacBook screen, first shut down your computer for an extended period ...