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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 Multi-Touch Trackpad 28 Using the MacBook Battery 29 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your MacBook 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 38 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 42 Installing Additional Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 52 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook 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 Multi-Touch Trackpad 28 Using the MacBook Battery 29 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your MacBook 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 38 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 42 Installing Additional Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 52 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook Contents 5
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..., open System Preferences and click Trackpad. Or open Help for your MacBook Using Mac OS X Moving from a PC to Mac" at www.apple.com/support/airport. 30 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Or see the following: To learn about Installing memory Troubleshooting your MacBook if you have a problem Finding service and support for the application...
..., open System Preferences and click Trackpad. Or open Help for your MacBook Using Mac OS X Moving from a PC to Mac" at www.apple.com/support/airport. 30 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Or see the following: To learn about Installing memory Troubleshooting your MacBook if you have a problem Finding service and support for the application...
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... Battery You can be warm. Disconnect the power adapter, Ethernet cable, security lock, and any other cords connected to the MacBook to contact Apple for information about how to prevent damaging the computer. Consult the service and support information that you attempt to let the internal... internal components of your MacBook can replace your computer. See the battery safety information on your battery if you need to know how to replace the hard disk drive or install memory. If you want to remove the battery if you have an Apple-certified technician install replacement...
... Battery You can be warm. Disconnect the power adapter, Ethernet cable, security lock, and any other cords connected to the MacBook to contact Apple for information about how to prevent damaging the computer. Consult the service and support information that you attempt to let the internal... internal components of your MacBook can replace your computer. See the battery safety information on your battery if you need to know how to replace the hard disk drive or install memory. If you want to remove the battery if you have an Apple-certified technician install replacement...
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... that you access by removing the battery and bottom case. For best performance, fill both memory slots and install an identical memory module in your MacBook: 1 Follow the instructions for a maximum of 4 GB of memory. Your MacBook comes with a minimum of 2 gigabytes (GB) of your MacBook, and then remove the bottom case. 42 Chapter 3 Boost Your...
... that you access by removing the battery and bottom case. For best performance, fill both memory slots and install an identical memory module in your MacBook: 1 Follow the instructions for a maximum of 4 GB of memory. Your MacBook comes with a minimum of 2 gigabytes (GB) of your MacBook, and then remove the bottom case. 42 Chapter 3 Boost Your...
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Important: When you remove the bottom case, you remove and replace memory. 3 Touch a metal surface inside the computer to discharge any static electricity from your body. 44 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Avoid touching anything other than the memory assembly when you expose sensitive internal components.
Important: When you remove the bottom case, you remove and replace memory. 3 Touch a metal surface inside the computer to discharge any static electricity from your body. 44 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Avoid touching anything other than the memory assembly when you expose sensitive internal components.
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Important: Hold the memory modules by its notches and remove it , make sure you don't, try pressing the ejection levers outward again. 5 Hold the memory module by their edges, and do not touch the gold connectors. Before removing it from the memory card slot. Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook 45 The memory pops up at an angle. If you see the half-circle notches. 4 Push the ejection levers on the sides of the memory module in an outward direction to release the module from the slot. 6 Remove the other memory module.
Important: Hold the memory modules by its notches and remove it , make sure you don't, try pressing the ejection levers outward again. 5 Hold the memory module by their edges, and do not touch the gold connectors. Before removing it from the memory card slot. Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook 45 The memory pops up at an angle. If you see the half-circle notches. 4 Push the ejection levers on the sides of the memory module in an outward direction to release the module from the slot. 6 Remove the other memory module.
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d Repeat to push down on the module to make sure it is inserted correctly. c Use two fingers with the notch in the top slot. Press down on the memory module. You should hear a click when the memory is level. 46 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook 7 Insert the new memory module in the slot: a Align the notch on the gold edge of the module with firm, even pressure to install an additional memory module in the lower memory slot. b Tilt the card and push the memory into the slot.
d Repeat to push down on the module to make sure it is inserted correctly. c Use two fingers with the notch in the top slot. Press down on the memory module. You should hear a click when the memory is level. 46 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook 7 Insert the new memory module in the slot: a Align the notch on the gold edge of the module with firm, even pressure to install an additional memory module in the lower memory slot. b Tilt the card and push the memory into the slot.
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... computer recognizes the new memory. Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook 49 Making Sure Your MacBook Recognizes the New Memory After installing additional memory in your computer, open System Profiler by clicking More Info and then 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...
... computer recognizes the new memory. Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook 49 Making Sure Your MacBook Recognizes the New Memory After installing additional memory in your computer, open System Profiler by clicking More Info and then 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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...Quit Applications dialog appears with your computer. Â Any new software that you installed, especially software that you installed, such as additional memory or a peripheral. Mac OS X provides a way to the problem. Making a note of the Mac OS installed on for troubleshooting ... that added items to try when you experience a problem with a specific application might "freeze" on the MacBook Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbook. Read on your MacBook. If you have problems while working with the application selected. 52 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution
...Quit Applications dialog appears with your computer. Â Any new software that you installed, especially software that you installed, such as additional memory or a peripheral. Mac OS X provides a way to the problem. Making a note of the Mac OS installed on for troubleshooting ... that added items to try when you experience a problem with a specific application might "freeze" on the MacBook Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbook. Read on your MacBook. If you have problems while working with the application selected. 52 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution
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... power (®) button for at the Battery ( ) status icon in any devices that it and reinstalling the old memory allows the computer to start up your MacBook, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power (®) button to restart the system. 3 Let the battery charge...MacBook. 1 Unplug any external devices and resuming your computer. This resets the parameter RAM (PRAM). Â If you have energy saver features set for service. The screen might also darken if you still can't start up (see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 63 for information about contacting Apple...
... power (®) button for at the Battery ( ) status icon in any devices that it and reinstalling the old memory allows the computer to start up your MacBook, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power (®) button to restart the system. 3 Let the battery charge...MacBook. 1 Unplug any external devices and resuming your computer. This resets the parameter RAM (PRAM). Â If you have energy saver features set for service. The screen might also darken if you still can't start up (see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 63 for information about contacting Apple...
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... Check that doesn't work, restart the computer and then immediately press and hold down the C key as the memory or processor. 56 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Follow the onscreen instructions. Using Apple Hardware Test If you suspect a problem with one of the computer's components, such as it starts up. ...needs to right and then from the menu bar. If that your battery is installed properly in a row Your battery is a problem with the MacBook hardware, you press the battery button, and all other accounts. 1 Insert the Mac OS X Install DVD. If you forget your password You...
... Check that doesn't work, restart the computer and then immediately press and hold down the C key as the memory or processor. 56 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Follow the onscreen instructions. Using Apple Hardware Test If you suspect a problem with one of the computer's components, such as it starts up. ...needs to right and then from the menu bar. If that your battery is installed properly in a row Your battery is a problem with the MacBook hardware, you press the battery button, and all other accounts. 1 Insert the Mac OS X Install DVD. If you forget your password You...
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...and support information, go to an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 63 Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the hard drive and the memory. Choose your country from Apple's discussion forums. Onscreen Help You ...can look for software updates, or get help , System Profiler, or Apple Hardware Test. You can find more information about the MacBook through online resources, onscreen help from ...
...and support information, go to an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 63 Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the hard drive and the memory. Choose your country from Apple's discussion forums. Onscreen Help You ...can look for software updates, or get help , System Profiler, or Apple Hardware Test. You can find more information about the MacBook through online resources, onscreen help from ...
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... system version, how much memory is installed, and more. Note: Your 90 days of complimentary telephone 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).... Telephone fees may apply. For information, go to www.apple.com/support/products or the website for your MacBook, use System Profiler. Have ...
... system version, how much memory is installed, and more. Note: Your 90 days of complimentary telephone 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).... Telephone fees may apply. For information, go to www.apple.com/support/products or the website for your MacBook, use System Profiler. Have ...
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...inch (25 mm) of the following conditions exists: Â You want to add memory or upgrade the hard disk drive. 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 ..., and disconnect any of this product. The MagSafe power port contains a magnet that is compatible with a dry cotton swab. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that can erase data on a credit card, iPod, or other cables if any other device. The power adapter may become ...
...inch (25 mm) of the following conditions exists: Â You want to add memory or upgrade the hard disk drive. 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 ..., and disconnect any of this product. The MagSafe power port contains a magnet that is compatible with a dry cotton swab. To preserve your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that can erase data on a credit card, iPod, or other cables if any other device. The power adapter may become ...
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See power adapter AirPort Extreme connecting wirelessly 11 troubleshooting 60 using 30 AppleCare 64 Apple Hardware Test 56 Apple Remote 19, 31 application freeze 52 applications Front Row 19, 31 iChat 19 iLife 30 Keynote 19 Photo Booth 19 audio in port 23 B battery ... to a network 11 Control-click 25 controls. See iSight video camera carrying your computer 71 changing the desktop 15 password 56 System Preferences 15 checking memory 49 cleaning the screen 72 your computer 79 Dock 29 downloading software 61 drive, optical 19 DSL modem 11 82 Looking for Something? Index A AC...
See power adapter AirPort Extreme connecting wirelessly 11 troubleshooting 60 using 30 AppleCare 64 Apple Hardware Test 56 Apple Remote 19, 31 application freeze 52 applications Front Row 19, 31 iChat 19 iLife 30 Keynote 19 Photo Booth 19 audio in port 23 B battery ... to a network 11 Control-click 25 controls. See iSight video camera carrying your computer 71 changing the desktop 15 password 56 System Preferences 15 checking memory 49 cleaning the screen 72 your computer 79 Dock 29 downloading software 61 drive, optical 19 DSL modem 11 82 Looking for Something? Index A AC...
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See power adapter MagSafe power port 23 Media Eject key 21 media keys 21 memory checking 49 installing 42 microphone 19 Mini DisplayPort 23 modem 11 mouse 23, 74 See also trackpad Multi-Touch gestures 19 mute key 21 N network ... positions 73 headphone port 23 Help, finding answers 29 high-speed USB 23 I iChat application 19 iLife applications 30 infrared receiver (IR) 19 installation instructions memory 42 overview 8 Internet connecting to 11 connection problems 60 inventory of items 9 iSight video camera 19 K keyboard ergonomics 73 features 20 illumination keys 21 media...
See power adapter MagSafe power port 23 Media Eject key 21 media keys 21 memory checking 49 installing 42 microphone 19 Mini DisplayPort 23 modem 11 mouse 23, 74 See also trackpad Multi-Touch gestures 19 mute key 21 N network ... positions 73 headphone port 23 Help, finding answers 29 high-speed USB 23 I iChat application 19 iLife applications 30 infrared receiver (IR) 19 installation instructions memory 42 overview 8 Internet connecting to 11 connection problems 60 inventory of items 9 iSight video camera 19 K keyboard ergonomics 73 features 20 illumination keys 21 media...
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...stopping an application 52 the computer 16 storing your computer to zoom 26 Play/pause key 21 plug, AC 10 ports Mini DisplayPort 23 on MacBook 23 power adapter plugging in 69 port 23 using 10 power button 12, 19 problems computer freezes 53 computer won't turn on 54 pointer ...move quickly through documents 27 System Preferences customizing the desktop 15 Energy Saver 15 Software Update 61 System Profiler 64 84 Looking for Something? See memory reinstalling Mac OS X 62 removing the battery 34 replacing the battery 36 resetting your password 56 Rewind key 21 right click 25 rotating objects ...
...stopping an application 52 the computer 16 storing your computer to zoom 26 Play/pause key 21 plug, AC 10 ports Mini DisplayPort 23 on MacBook 23 power adapter plugging in 69 port 23 using 10 power button 12, 19 problems computer freezes 53 computer won't turn on 54 pointer ...move quickly through documents 27 System Preferences customizing the desktop 15 Energy Saver 15 Software Update 61 System Profiler 64 84 Looking for Something? See memory reinstalling Mac OS X 62 removing the battery 34 replacing the battery 36 resetting your password 56 Rewind key 21 right click 25 rotating objects ...