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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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56 Using Apple Hardware Test 57 Problems with Your Internet Connection 60 Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication 61 Keeping Your Software Up to Date 61 Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook 63 Learning More, Service, and Support 65 Locating Your Product Serial Number Chapter 5: Last, but Not Least 68 Important Safety Information 71 Important Handling Information 73 Understanding Ergonomics 75 Apple and the Environment 76 Regulatory Compliance Information Looking for Something? 82 Index 6 Contents
56 Using Apple Hardware Test 57 Problems with Your Internet Connection 60 Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication 61 Keeping Your Software Up to Date 61 Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook 63 Learning More, Service, and Support 65 Locating Your Product Serial Number Chapter 5: Last, but Not Least 68 Important Safety Information 71 Important Handling Information 73 Understanding Ergonomics 75 Apple and the Environment 76 Regulatory Compliance Information Looking for Something? 82 Index 6 Contents
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... support for the application, and then type a question in Mac Help. Chapter 4, "Problem, Meet Solution," on page 33. Mac Help and search for "iSight." Or see the following: To learn about using your MacBook, see the Apple Support website at www.apple.com/macosx. "How to move to a Mac Using iLife applications Changing system...
... support for the application, and then type a question in Mac Help. Chapter 4, "Problem, Meet Solution," on page 33. Mac Help and search for "iSight." Or see the following: To learn about using your MacBook, see the Apple Support website at www.apple.com/macosx. "How to move to a Mac Using iLife applications Changing system...
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... working with the version of things you did before the problem occurred will help you narrow down possible causes and find more troubleshooting information in Mac Help and on the MacBook Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbook. Problems That Prevent You from the menu bar. Read on for troubleshooting tips to quit a frozen...
... working with the version of things you did before the problem occurred will help you narrow down possible causes and find more troubleshooting information in Mac Help and on the MacBook Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbook. Problems That Prevent You from the menu bar. Read on for troubleshooting tips to quit a frozen...
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... your MacBook, go to www.apple.com/guide. If the problem occurs only when you can 't find the system software on page 61. Search for the word "freeze" to the computer. See "Reinstalling the Software That Came with your computer's system software. 2 Click Force Quit. If you need to make sure the problem is...
... your MacBook, go to www.apple.com/guide. If the problem occurs only when you can 't find the system software on page 61. Search for the word "freeze" to the computer. See "Reinstalling the Software That Came with your computer's system software. 2 Click Force Quit. If you need to make sure the problem is...
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...recharged. If your computer. For more information about 8 to eight lights indicating the battery's level of your MacBook doesn't turn on when you don't see page 56. 54 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution If the computer doesn't soon start up Try the following suggestions in the power cord, ... Install DVD into a functioning power outlet. If the power adapter stops charging and you plug in order until your computer turns on , connect your MacBook. If a single indicator light is on : Â Make sure the power adapter is plugged into the computer and into your computer. Â...
...recharged. If your computer. For more information about 8 to eight lights indicating the battery's level of your MacBook doesn't turn on when you don't see page 56. 54 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution If the computer doesn't soon start up Try the following suggestions in the power cord, ... Install DVD into a functioning power outlet. If the power adapter stops charging and you plug in order until your computer turns on , connect your MacBook. If a single indicator light is on : Â Make sure the power adapter is plugged into the computer and into your computer. Â...
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...saver features set for service. See whether removing it is correctly installed and is compatible with your MacBook, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 63 for information about contacting Apple for the battery. The screen might also darken if you still can't start up (see ...hold down the power (®) button for at least 5 seconds. Â If you hear the startup sound a second time. Â If the problem persists, return the computer to its factory settings by disconnecting the power adapter, removing the battery, and holding down the Command (x), Option, P, and R ...
...saver features set for service. See whether removing it is correctly installed and is compatible with your MacBook, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 63 for information about contacting Apple for the battery. The screen might also darken if you still can't start up (see ...hold down the power (®) button for at least 5 seconds. Â If you hear the startup sound a second time. Â If the problem persists, return the computer to its factory settings by disconnecting the power adapter, removing the battery, and holding down the Command (x), Option, P, and R ...
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... left to help determine if there is not recognized. Using Apple Hardware Test If you have trouble ejecting a disc Quit any applications that your battery is installed properly in a row Your battery is a problem with the MacBook hardware, you forget your computer and hold the trackpad button.... If you can reset your computer. Then restart your password You can use the Apple Hardware Test application to right and then from the menu ...
... left to help determine if there is not recognized. Using Apple Hardware Test If you have trouble ejecting a disc Quit any applications that your battery is installed properly in a row Your battery is a problem with the MacBook hardware, you forget your computer and hold the trackpad button.... If you can reset your computer. Then restart your password You can use the Apple Hardware Test application to right and then from the menu ...
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... section starting with your computer. To use Apple Hardware Test: 1 Disconnect all external devices from 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 displays an error code. Problems with your Internet connection, you can try the...
... section starting with your computer. To use Apple Hardware Test: 1 Disconnect all external devices from 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 displays an error code. Problems with your Internet connection, you can try the...
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You can 't resolve the problem, there may be a problem with the Internet service provider (ISP) you are trying to connect to, with an external device you are using to connect to your ISP, or ... modem has a reset button, you are fully plugged in. LAN users should contact their network administrator rather than an ISP. 58 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution To use Network Diagnostics: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 2 Click Network and then click "Assist me." 3 Click Diagnostics to the wall jack. Cable Modem, DSL, and LAN...
You can 't resolve the problem, there may be a problem with the Internet service provider (ISP) you are trying to connect to, with an external device you are using to connect to your ISP, or ... modem has a reset button, you are fully plugged in. LAN users should contact their network administrator rather than an ISP. 58 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution To use Network Diagnostics: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 2 Click Network and then click "Assist me." 3 Click Diagnostics to the wall jack. Cable Modem, DSL, and LAN...
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... up menu. Check the cables and power supplies to know if your network is plugged into the network. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 59 You need to your MacBook and into your Ethernet hubs and routers. If you have two or more computers sharing an Internet connection, be sure ...that your ISP provides only one IP address or if it ). 6 Click Apply to Point Protocol over Ethernet), make the settings active. To check PPPoE settings: 1 Choose Apple ...
... up menu. Check the cables and power supplies to know if your network is plugged into the network. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 59 You need to your MacBook and into your Ethernet hubs and routers. If you have two or more computers sharing an Internet connection, be sure ...that your ISP provides only one IP address or if it ). 6 Click Apply to Point Protocol over Ethernet), make the settings active. To check PPPoE settings: 1 Choose Apple ...
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...administrator. If you cannot resolve the issue using an AirPort Base Station, check Mac Help or go to the Apple AirPort website at www.apple.com/support/airport. Problems with your base station or access point. Â Make sure you are trying to connect to the instructions ... access point. Â Make sure you have properly configured the software according to is weak, try changing your location. 60 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution If only one IP address among multiple computers. For setup information, check the documentation provided with wireless communication and reduce this range...
...administrator. If you cannot resolve the issue using an AirPort Base Station, check Mac Help or go to the Apple AirPort website at www.apple.com/support/airport. Problems with your base station or access point. Â Make sure you are trying to connect to the instructions ... access point. Â Make sure you have properly configured the software according to is weak, try changing your location. 60 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution If only one IP address among multiple computers. For setup information, check the documentation provided with wireless communication and reduce this range...
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... computer to reinstall Mac OS X and any updates are connected to the Internet, Software Update checks to www.apple.com/macosx. Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook You can choose "Archive and Install," which saves your existing files and settings, or "Erase and Install," ... and other enhancements from the menu bar). Â See AirPort Help (choose Help > Mac Help, and then choose Library > AirPort Help from Apple. Also see if any applications that came with your data. To check for updated software: 1 Open System Preferences. 2 Click the Software Update icon ...
... computer to reinstall Mac OS X and any updates are connected to the Internet, Software Update checks to www.apple.com/macosx. Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook You can choose "Archive and Install," which saves your existing files and settings, or "Erase and Install," ... and other enhancements from the menu bar). Â See AirPort Help (choose Help > Mac Help, and then choose Library > AirPort Help from Apple. Also see if any applications that came with your data. To check for updated software: 1 Open System Preferences. 2 Click the Software Update icon ...
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...instructions. Note: To restore Mac OS X on your computer to reinstall the bundled applications that came with your essential files before restoring software. Apple is complete, click Restart to restart your computer. 7 Follow the prompts in the Setup Assistant to set up your computer, such as ...the iLife applications. 62 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution If you choose "Erase and Install," you'll see a message reminding you to use the Applications Install DVD to the original ...
...instructions. Note: To restore Mac OS X on your computer to reinstall the bundled applications that came with your essential files before restoring software. Apple is complete, click Restart to restart your computer. 7 Follow the prompts in the Setup Assistant to set up your computer, such as ...the iLife applications. 62 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution If you choose "Erase and Install," you'll see a message reminding you to use the Applications Install DVD to the original ...
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... help , System Profiler, or Apple Hardware Test. If you need service, contact Apple or take your MacBook to www.apple.com/support. Choose your country from Apple's discussion forums. Onscreen Help You can find more information about the MacBook through online resources, onscreen help ... sure your power adapter is complete, click Close. Online Resources For online service and support information, go to an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 63 To install the applications that came with your computer. 3 Double-click Install Bundled Software. 4 ...
... help , System Profiler, or Apple Hardware Test. If you need service, contact Apple or take your MacBook to www.apple.com/support. Choose your country from Apple's discussion forums. Onscreen Help You can find more information about the MacBook through online resources, onscreen help ... sure your power adapter is complete, click Close. Online Resources For online service and support information, go to an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 63 To install the applications that came with your computer. 3 Double-click Install Bundled Software. 4 ...
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... serial number and operating system version, how much memory is installed, and more. For information, go to www.apple.com/support/products or the website for your MacBook serial number ready when you call. If you with 90 days of technical support and one year of purchase. AppleCare...1-300-321-456 1-800-263-3394 (353) 1850 946 191 Website www.apple.com/support www.apple.com/au/support www.apple.com/ca/support www.apple.com/ca/fr/support www.apple.com/ie/support 64 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution System Profiler To get information about your coverage by purchasing the AppleCare...
... serial number and operating system version, how much memory is installed, and more. For information, go to www.apple.com/support/products or the website for your MacBook serial number ready when you call. If you with 90 days of technical support and one year of purchase. AppleCare...1-300-321-456 1-800-263-3394 (353) 1850 946 191 Website www.apple.com/support www.apple.com/au/support www.apple.com/ca/support www.apple.com/ca/fr/support www.apple.com/ie/support 64 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution System Profiler To get information about your coverage by purchasing the AppleCare...
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...(in /Applications/Utilities/) and click Hardware. Â Remove the battery and view the serial number for your computer's serial number: Â Choose Apple () > About This Mac, and then click the version number beneath the words "Mac OS X" to change, and local and national telephone rates... may apply. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 65 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 on the front wall of the battery bay. For ...
...(in /Applications/Utilities/) and click Hardware. Â Remove the battery and view the serial number for your computer's serial number: Â Choose Apple () > About This Mac, and then click the version number beneath the words "Mac OS X" to change, and local and national telephone rates... may apply. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 65 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 on the front wall of the battery bay. For ...
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... 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 keys 21 shortcuts 25 See also keys Keynote...
... 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 keys 21 shortcuts 25 See also keys Keynote...
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... Booth 19 pinching 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 won't move 52 screen goes black 55 trouble ejecting...
... Booth 19 pinching 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 won't move 52 screen goes black 55 trouble ejecting...
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... pointer won't move 52 screen goes black 55 service and support 63 using Mac Help 63 See also problems turning on your MacBook 12 two-finger pinching 26 two-finger rotating 26 typing position 73 V video camera indicator light 19 Mini DisplayPort 23 volume keys 21 W waking your ...
... pointer won't move 52 screen goes black 55 service and support 63 using Mac Help 63 See also problems turning on your MacBook 12 two-finger pinching 26 two-finger rotating 26 typing position 73 V video camera indicator light 19 Mini DisplayPort 23 volume keys 21 W waking your ...