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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 DVD discs and write to CDs. Infrared (IR) receiver Use an optional Apple Remote (sold separately at www.apple.com/store) with the IR receiver to control Front Row and Keynote on your MacBook on the trackpad, or scroll with friends live over broadband using battery power when... you access to the memory in your MacBook during troubleshooting. Battery Run the MacBook using the included iChat...
... and DVD discs and write to CDs. Infrared (IR) receiver Use an optional Apple Remote (sold separately at www.apple.com/store) with the IR receiver to control Front Row and Keynote on your MacBook on the trackpad, or scroll with friends live over broadband using battery power when... you access to the memory in your MacBook during troubleshooting. Battery Run the MacBook using the included iChat...
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... Using AirPort Extreme wireless technology See Chapter 3, "Boost Your Memory," on page 31. Search for "keyboard" in Mac Help. The AirPort Support page at www.apple.com/support/airport. 28 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Search for "system preferences" in Mac Help. Or search... for "iSight" in Mac Help. More Information For more information about Installing memory Troubleshooting your MacBook if you have a problem Finding...
... Using AirPort Extreme wireless technology See Chapter 3, "Boost Your Memory," on page 31. Search for "keyboard" in Mac Help. The AirPort Support page at www.apple.com/support/airport. 28 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Search for "system preferences" in Mac Help. Or search... for "iSight" in Mac Help. More Information For more information about Installing memory Troubleshooting your MacBook if you have a problem Finding...
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... module that you access by the limited warranty on your MacBook. If you have an Apple-certified technician install memory. This chapter provides information and instructions for installing additional memory and for service. Your MacBook comes with your computer for information about how to install memory and damage your equipment, such damage is not covered by...
... module that you access by the limited warranty on your MacBook. If you have an Apple-certified technician install memory. This chapter provides information and instructions for installing additional memory and for service. Your MacBook comes with your computer for information about how to install memory and damage your equipment, such damage is not covered by...
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WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. Step 1: Remove the battery. 1 Shut down your MacBook. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 33 Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery. The following procedure includes instructions for removing the battery, adding memory, and replacing the battery. 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.
WARNING: Use care when handling the battery. Step 1: Remove the battery. 1 Shut down your MacBook. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 33 Installing Additional Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery. The following procedure includes instructions for removing the battery, adding memory, and replacing the battery. 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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If you have been using your MacBook can be warm. 2 Turn over the MacBook and locate the battery latch. 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
If you have been using your MacBook can be warm. 2 Turn over the MacBook and locate the battery latch. 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 35 Loosen the 3 screws Á ¥ Pull this side out 2 Touch a metal surface inside the computer to the side. Levers on the memory slots spring out when you remove the bracket. Step 2: Install memory. 1 Loosen the three captive screws that secure the L-bracket, pull out the long end first to remove the bracket, and place it to discharge any static electricity from your body.
Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 35 Loosen the 3 screws Á ¥ Pull this side out 2 Touch a metal surface inside the computer to the side. Levers on the memory slots spring out when you remove the bracket. Step 2: Install memory. 1 Loosen the three captive screws that secure the L-bracket, pull out the long end first to remove the bracket, and place it to discharge any static electricity from your body.
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3 To remove a memory module installed in one swift motion until the edge of the memory module pops out. Pull out the memory module. Levers Á ¥ 36 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory Repeat to the left in a slot, move the lever all the way to remove the other memory module.
3 To remove a memory module installed in one swift motion until the edge of the memory module pops out. Pull out the memory module. Levers Á ¥ 36 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory Repeat to the left in a slot, move the lever all the way to remove the other memory module.
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You should not be wiped off. The residue is normal and should hear a click when the memory is inserted correctly. c If the levers don't return to the closed position, move them . Á ¥ Notches Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 37 4 Insert the new memory modules in the memory modules. Note: The new memory module may have some residue on the left side. b Use two fingers with firm, even pressure to push in the slots: a Insert the gold edge first, with the notch on it from a lubricant that makes the memory easier to close them to the right to install.
You should not be wiped off. The residue is normal and should hear a click when the memory is inserted correctly. c If the levers don't return to the closed position, move them . Á ¥ Notches Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 37 4 Insert the new memory modules in the memory modules. Note: The new memory module may have some residue on the left side. b Use two fingers with firm, even pressure to push in the slots: a Insert the gold edge first, with the notch on it from a lubricant that makes the memory easier to close them to the right to install.
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Insert this end first Tighten the 3 screws Á ¥ 38 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 5 Replace the L-bracket by inserting the short end first and tightening the screws.
Insert this end first Tighten the 3 screws Á ¥ 38 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 5 Replace the L-bracket by inserting the short end first and tightening the screws.
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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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... is compatible with your MacBook, check whether the computer recognizes the new memory. For a detailed breakdown of the memory installed in your MacBook and that it is installed correctly. 40 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory To check the computer's memory: 1 Start up correctly, confirm that the memory you see the Mac OS X desktop, choose Apple () > About This Mac...
... is compatible with your MacBook, check whether the computer recognizes the new memory. For a detailed breakdown of the memory installed in your MacBook and that it is installed correctly. 40 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory To check the computer's memory: 1 Start up correctly, confirm that the memory you see the Mac OS X desktop, choose Apple () > About This Mac...
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...you installed, such as additional memory or a peripheral. Read on your MacBook, there is not compatible with your MacBook doesn't respond or the pointer doesn't move On rare occasions, an application might "freeze" on the MacBook Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbook. If you experience a problem ... save your computer. Mac OS X provides a way to quit: 1 Press Command (x)-Option-Esc or choose Apple () > Force Quit from Using Your MacBook If your MacBook. To force an application to quit a frozen application without restarting your work in Mac Help and on the ...
...you installed, such as additional memory or a peripheral. Read on your MacBook, there is not compatible with your MacBook doesn't respond or the pointer doesn't move On rare occasions, an application might "freeze" on the MacBook Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbook. If you experience a problem ... save your computer. Mac OS X provides a way to quit: 1 Press Command (x)-Option-Esc or choose Apple () > Force Quit from Using Your MacBook If your MacBook. To force an application to quit a frozen application without restarting your work in Mac Help and on the ...
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... and immediately hold down the power (®) button for at least 5 seconds. Â If you recently installed additional memory, make sure that it is compatible with your MacBook, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power (®) button to restart the system. 3 Let the battery charge ... second time. If the screen suddenly goes black or your MacBook freezes Try restarting your MacBook. 1 Unplug any external devices and resuming your MacBook, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 52 for information about contacting Apple for the battery. Â If the problem persists, return ...
... and immediately hold down the power (®) button for at least 5 seconds. Â If you recently installed additional memory, make sure that it is compatible with your MacBook, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power (®) button to restart the system. 3 Let the battery charge ... second time. If the screen suddenly goes black or your MacBook freezes Try restarting your MacBook. 1 Unplug any external devices and resuming your MacBook, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 52 for information about contacting Apple for the battery. Â If the problem persists, return ...
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... key as the memory or processor. If you have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect it. 2 Restart your MacBook while holding down the D key. 3 When the Apple Hardware Test chooser screen appears, select the language you want to help determine if there is a problem with the MacBook hardware, you can... reset your administrator password and passwords for all external devices from the menu bar. Using Apple Hardware Test If you suspect a problem with one of the computer's components, such...
... key as the memory or processor. If you have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect it. 2 Restart your MacBook while holding down the D key. 3 When the Apple Hardware Test chooser screen appears, select the language you want to help determine if there is a problem with the MacBook hardware, you can... reset your administrator password and passwords for all external devices from the menu bar. Using Apple Hardware Test If you suspect a problem with one of the computer's components, such...
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...the pop-up menu. If you to insert the next Mac OS X installation disc. You can look for answers to an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Online Resources For online service and support information, go to the original factory settings, click Options in Mac...forums. Onscreen Help You can find more information about the MacBook through online resources, onscreen help, System Profiler, or Apple Hardware Test. Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the memory. Choose your questions, as well as instructions and troubleshooting...
...the pop-up menu. If you to insert the next Mac OS X installation disc. You can look for answers to an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Online Resources For online service and support information, go to the original factory settings, click Options in Mac...forums. Onscreen Help You can find more information about the MacBook through online resources, onscreen help, System Profiler, or Apple Hardware Test. Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the memory. Choose your questions, as well as instructions and troubleshooting...
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... when you what hardware and software is installed, the serial number and operating system version, how much memory is installed, and more. AppleCare Service and Support Your MacBook comes with installing and opening applications, and basic troubleshooting. Call the support center number nearest you with... support begins on the date of hardware repair warranty coverage at an Apple Store retail location or an Apple-authorized repair center, such as an Apple Authorized Service Provider (AASP). To open System Profiler, choose Apple () > About This Mac from the menu bar and then click...
... when you what hardware and software is installed, the serial number and operating system version, how much memory is installed, and more. AppleCare Service and Support Your MacBook comes with installing and opening applications, and basic troubleshooting. Call the support center number nearest you with... support begins on the date of hardware repair warranty coverage at an Apple Store retail location or an Apple-authorized repair center, such as an Apple Authorized Service Provider (AASP). To open System Profiler, choose Apple () > About This Mac from the menu bar and then click...
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... or devices within 1 inch (25 mm) of the following conditions exists: Â You want to add memory. Â You want to rain, excessive moisture, or liquid spilled into the case. Â Your MacBook or power adapter has been dropped, the case has been damaged, or you suspect that is fully inserted...plug or AC power cord is compatible with this port. Use only the power adapter that came with a dry cotton swab. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that service or repair is required. If debris gets into the MagSafe power port, remove it on the floor in a well...
... or devices within 1 inch (25 mm) of the following conditions exists: Â You want to add memory. Â You want to rain, excessive moisture, or liquid spilled into the case. Â Your MacBook or power adapter has been dropped, the case has been damaged, or you suspect that is fully inserted...plug or AC power cord is compatible with this port. Use only the power adapter that came with a dry cotton swab. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that service or repair is required. If debris gets into the MagSafe power port, remove it on the floor in a well...
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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 60 computer disposal 68 freezes 43 putting to sleep 15 shutting down 16 turning on 12 won't turn ... 63 ergonomics 61 72 Looking for Something? Index A AC plug 10 AC power adapter. 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...
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 60 computer disposal 68 freezes 43 putting to sleep 15 shutting down 16 turning on 12 won't turn ... 63 ergonomics 61 72 Looking for Something? Index A AC plug 10 AC power adapter. 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...