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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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...the power (®) button or any key on the keyboard. To shut down . The sleep indicator light goes on page 71 for information about how to prevent your applications, documents, and computer settings are exactly as you plan to store your MacBook wakes from the menu bar. Â Press the ...power (®) button and click Shut Down in the dialog that appears. When your MacBook for an extended period of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Shut Down from sleep, your battery from draining completely. 16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go If you ...
...the power (®) button or any key on the keyboard. To shut down . The sleep indicator light goes on page 71 for information about how to prevent your applications, documents, and computer settings are exactly as you plan to store your MacBook wakes from the menu bar. Â Press the ...power (®) button and click Shut Down in the dialog that appears. When your MacBook for an extended period of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Shut Down from sleep, your battery from draining completely. 16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go If you ...
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... receiver Use an optional Apple Remote (available separately) with Your MacBook 19 Battery and battery indicator lights Use battery power when you're away from up to control Front Row and Keynote on your MacBook from a power outlet. Sleep indicator light A white light pulses when the MacBook is operating. Chapter 2 ...24). Slot-loading optical drive This optical drive reads and writes to standard-size CDs and DVDs. ® Power button Turn your keyboard) or talk with friends live over broadband using iChat, take pictures with Photo Booth, or capture video with one or more fingers to...
... receiver Use an optional Apple Remote (available separately) with Your MacBook 19 Battery and battery indicator lights Use battery power when you're away from up to control Front Row and Keynote on your MacBook from a power outlet. Sleep indicator light A white light pulses when the MacBook is operating. Chapter 2 ...24). Slot-loading optical drive This optical drive reads and writes to standard-size CDs and DVDs. ® Power button Turn your keyboard) or talk with friends live over broadband using iChat, take pictures with Photo Booth, or capture video with one or more fingers to...
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Keyboard Features of Your MacBook ® Function (fn) key Exposé Dashboard ' Media keys C Media Eject key esc F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 Brightness keys Keyboard illumination keys (on select models) - Mute key - Volume keys 20 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook
Keyboard Features of Your MacBook ® Function (fn) key Exposé Dashboard ' Media keys C Media Eject key esc F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 Brightness keys Keyboard illumination keys (on select models) - Mute key - Volume keys 20 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook
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Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 21 Mute key (F10) Mute the sound coming from the built-in speakers or headphone port. Dashboard key (F4) Open... of the sound coming from the menu bar and search for quick access to eject a disc that's not in speakers and headphone port. - o Keyboard illumination keys (F5, F6) Increase (o) or decrease (ø) the brightness of the screen. To learn how to access your open windows. C Media... to the function keys (F1 to the Trash. Brightness keys (F1, F2) Increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the brightness of the keyboard illumination.
Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 21 Mute key (F10) Mute the sound coming from the built-in speakers or headphone port. Dashboard key (F4) Open... of the sound coming from the menu bar and search for quick access to eject a disc that's not in speakers and headphone port. - o Keyboard illumination keys (F5, F6) Increase (o) or decrease (ø) the brightness of the screen. To learn how to access your open windows. C Media... to the function keys (F1 to the Trash. Brightness keys (F1, F2) Increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the brightness of the keyboard illumination.
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...can connect one high-powered external USB device. ¯ MagSafe power port Plug in port Connect your MacBook. Note: Adapters and other accessories are sold separately at www.apple.com/store. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. £ Mini DisplayPort (video out) Connect...), or digital audio equipment. d Two USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports Connect an iPod, iPhone, mouse, keyboard, printer, digital camera, modem, and more to your MacBook to a high-speed Ethernet network, a DSL or cable modem, or another computer. The Ethernet port automatically detects ...
...can connect one high-powered external USB device. ¯ MagSafe power port Plug in port Connect your MacBook. Note: Adapters and other accessories are sold separately at www.apple.com/store. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. £ Mini DisplayPort (video out) Connect...), or digital audio equipment. d Two USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports Connect an iPod, iPhone, mouse, keyboard, printer, digital camera, modem, and more to your MacBook to a high-speed Ethernet network, a DSL or cable modem, or another computer. The Ethernet port automatically detects ...
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... a question in Mac Help. Or see the following: To learn about using your MacBook, see the Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbook. "How to move to a Mac Using iLife applications Changing system preferences Using the trackpad Using the keyboard Using the iSight camera Using AirPort Extreme wireless technology See Chapter 3, "Boost Your...
... a question in Mac Help. Or see the following: To learn about using your MacBook, see the Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbook. "How to move to a Mac Using iLife applications Changing system preferences Using the trackpad Using the keyboard Using the iSight camera Using AirPort Extreme wireless technology See Chapter 3, "Boost Your...
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Never place anything over the keyboard when operating your MacBook and for working more comfortably. The bottom of your equipment, follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, or other soft material, as ... 5 Last, but Not Least For your safety and that allows for adequate air circulation under and around the computer. Water and wet locations Keep your MacBook away from dampness or wet weather, such as the material can block the airflow vents. Never push objects into the ventilation openings. Important Safety Information...
Never place anything over the keyboard when operating your MacBook and for working more comfortably. The bottom of your equipment, follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, or other soft material, as ... 5 Last, but Not Least For your safety and that allows for adequate air circulation under and around the computer. Water and wet locations Keep your MacBook away from dampness or wet weather, such as the material can block the airflow vents. Never push objects into the ventilation openings. Important Safety Information...
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Your upper arm and forearm should be relaxed. Understanding Ergonomics Here are some tips for setting up a healthy work environment. This Not this Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 73 Keyboard and Trackpad When you use the keyboard and trackpad, your shoulders should form an angle that is slightly greater than a right angle, with your wrist and hand in roughly a straight line.
Your upper arm and forearm should be relaxed. Understanding Ergonomics Here are some tips for setting up a healthy work environment. This Not this Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 73 Keyboard and Trackpad When you use the keyboard and trackpad, your shoulders should form an angle that is slightly greater than a right angle, with your wrist and hand in roughly a straight line.
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... fit your hands, wrists, or arms, consult a qualified health specialist. If you use an external mouse, position the mouse at the same height as the keyboard and within comfortable reach. Chair An adjustable chair that provides firm, comfortable support is best. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for adjusting the backrest to avoid...
... fit your hands, wrists, or arms, consult a qualified health specialist. If you use an external mouse, position the mouse at the same height as the keyboard and within comfortable reach. Chair An adjustable chair that provides firm, comfortable support is best. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for adjusting the backrest to avoid...
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... work surface. More information about ergonomics is not meant to rest your feet flat on the web: www.apple.com/about/ergonomics Apple and the Environment Apple Inc. Built-in your forearms and hands are at the proper angle to minimize the environmental impacts of its... operations and products. Do not force the display if you take the computer from overhead lights and windows. recognizes its responsibility to the keyboard...
... work surface. More information about ergonomics is not meant to rest your feet flat on the web: www.apple.com/about/ergonomics Apple and the Environment Apple Inc. Built-in your forearms and hands are at the proper angle to minimize the environmental impacts of its... operations and products. Do not force the display if you take the computer from overhead lights and windows. recognizes its responsibility to the keyboard...
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...To wake your modem. 78 For more information about ENERGY STAR®, visit: www.energystar.gov External USB Modem Information When connecting your MacBook to the phone line using an external USB modem, refer to the telecommunications agency information in the documentation that standard configurations of this product ...and helps conserve valuable resources. ENERGY STAR® Compliance Taiwan Class B Statement VCCI Class B Statement Russia As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Apple has determined that came with your computer, click the mouse or trackpad button or press any key on the...
...To wake your modem. 78 For more information about ENERGY STAR®, visit: www.energystar.gov External USB Modem Information When connecting your MacBook to the phone line using an external USB modem, refer to the telecommunications agency information in the documentation that standard configurations of this product ...and helps conserve valuable resources. ENERGY STAR® Compliance Taiwan Class B Statement VCCI Class B Statement Russia As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Apple has determined that came with your computer, click the mouse or trackpad button or press any key on the...
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... 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 application 19 keys brightness 21 Dashboard 21 Exposé...; 21 function (fn) 21 keyboard illumination 21 media 21 Media Eject 21 mute 21 volume 21 L lights battery 28, 56 sleep indicator 19 M Mac Help 29 Mac OS ...
... 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 application 19 keys brightness 21 Dashboard 21 Exposé...; 21 function (fn) 21 keyboard illumination 21 media 21 Media Eject 21 mute 21 volume 21 L lights battery 28, 56 sleep indicator 19 M Mac Help 29 Mac OS ...