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... Windows computer (PC), and you'd like to get started using your MacBook Air right away, you want to questions can set up your MacBook Air quickly. Read this book may be found on purchasing a MacBook Air. Many answers to transfer. Apple may release new versions and updates to its system software, so the images shown in Help Center. Important: Read all the installation instructions (and the safety information starting...
... Windows computer (PC), and you'd like to get started using your MacBook Air right away, you want to questions can set up your MacBook Air quickly. Read this book may be found on purchasing a MacBook Air. Many answers to transfer. Apple may release new versions and updates to its system software, so the images shown in Help Center. Important: Read all the installation instructions (and the safety information starting...
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... a Time Machine backup or other computer if you need to update its software, and then return to your MacBook Air, you 're migrating from www.apple.com/migrate-to-mac, and install it later using Migration Assistant, open Help Center and search for "Migration Assistant." Note: If you first start Setup Assistant on your MacBook Air to select your Wi-Fi network, set up an account...
... a Time Machine backup or other computer if you need to update its software, and then return to your MacBook Air, you 're migrating from www.apple.com/migrate-to-mac, and install it later using Migration Assistant, open Help Center and search for "Migration Assistant." Note: If you first start Setup Assistant on your MacBook Air to select your Wi-Fi network, set up an account...
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... www.apple.com/store) to your MacBook Air after setup using Migration Assistant (for information about using the optical disc drive on another Mac or PC that has an optical disc drive and is set an option to install third-party applications from the Mac App Store or the Internet. Setting Up DVD or CD Sharing You can set up and enabled). If you want to reset your password in Users...
... www.apple.com/store) to your MacBook Air after setup using Migration Assistant (for information about using the optical disc drive on another Mac or PC that has an optical disc drive and is set an option to install third-party applications from the Mac App Store or the Internet. Setting Up DVD or CD Sharing You can set up and enabled). If you want to reset your password in Users...
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... DVD or CD Sharing Setup for Mac Installer. Mac or Windows computer MacBook Air If the other computer is already installed. If the Mac has Mac OS X v10.5.3 or later, DVD or CD Sharing is a Mac with a Mac OS X version earlier than one other computer, but you download the software, follow the steps in support.apple.com/kb/HT1777. 16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set...
... DVD or CD Sharing Setup for Mac Installer. Mac or Windows computer MacBook Air If the other computer is already installed. If the Mac has Mac OS X v10.5.3 or later, DVD or CD Sharing is a Mac with a Mac OS X version earlier than one other computer, but you download the software, follow the steps in support.apple.com/kb/HT1777. 16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set...
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... others to use my DVD drive." If you want other computer is a PC: 1 Make sure your MacBook Air and the PC are on the same wireless network. 2 On the PC, open Sharing. 2 In the Sharing pane, select "DVD or CD Sharing" in the Service list. Remote Disc allows you to share the discs you have the latest software by choosing Apple () > Software Update. Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go...
... others to use my DVD drive." If you want other computer is a PC: 1 Make sure your MacBook Air and the PC are on the same wireless network. 2 On the PC, open Sharing. 2 In the Sharing pane, select "DVD or CD Sharing" in the Service list. Remote Disc allows you to share the discs you have the latest software by choosing Apple () > Software Update. Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go...
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... the display. ÂÂ Choose Apple () > Sleep from your MacBook Air for only a short time, put it to use the DVD or CD. 4 On your MacBook Air, use the disc as you normally would once it becomes available. Putting Your MacBook Air to shut down . If you try to Sleep If you'll be away from the menu bar. ÂÂ Press the power button (®...
... the display. ÂÂ Choose Apple () > Sleep from your MacBook Air for only a short time, put it to use the DVD or CD. 4 On your MacBook Air, use the disc as you normally would once it becomes available. Putting Your MacBook Air to shut down . If you try to Sleep If you'll be away from the menu bar. ÂÂ Press the power button (®...
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... for an extended period of time, it's best to shut it to prevent your MacBook Air. ÂÂ If the display is closed, simply open , press the power button (®) or any key on the keyboard. To wake your MacBook Air: ÂÂ If the display is already open it down your MacBook Air for information about how to wake your battery from draining completely.
... for an extended period of time, it's best to shut it to prevent your MacBook Air. ÂÂ If the display is closed, simply open , press the power button (®) or any key on the keyboard. To wake your MacBook Air: ÂÂ If the display is already open it down your MacBook Air for information about how to wake your battery from draining completely.
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... function keys (F1 to customize function keys, search for "function keys" in Help Center. Launchpad key (F4) Open Launchpad to instantly see all open it to get a comprehensive view of sound coming from the built-in speakers or headphone port. ® Power button Turn your MacBook Air. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Air 25 To learn how to F12). Brightness keys (F1, F2) Increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the brightness of the keyboard illumination. ' Media keys...
... function keys (F1 to customize function keys, search for "function keys" in Help Center. Launchpad key (F4) Open Launchpad to instantly see all open it to get a comprehensive view of sound coming from the built-in speakers or headphone port. ® Power button Turn your MacBook Air. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Air 25 To learn how to F12). Brightness keys (F1, F2) Increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the brightness of the keyboard illumination. ' Media keys...
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..., mouse, keyboard, printer, disk drive, digital camera, joystick, modem, and more to and from your MacBook Air. Thunderbolt port (high-speed data, video, and audio) Connect Thunderbolt-compatible devices for high-speed data transfer, or connect an external display that use DVI, HDMI, or VGA. Note: Adapters and other accessories are sold separately at www.apple.com/store or your local Apple Retail Store. ¯ MagSafe power port Plug in microphone Capture sounds with...
..., mouse, keyboard, printer, disk drive, digital camera, joystick, modem, and more to and from your MacBook Air. Thunderbolt port (high-speed data, video, and audio) Connect Thunderbolt-compatible devices for high-speed data transfer, or connect an external display that use DVI, HDMI, or VGA. Note: Adapters and other accessories are sold separately at www.apple.com/store or your local Apple Retail Store. ¯ MagSafe power port Plug in microphone Capture sounds with...
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... trackpads, the entire MacBook Air trackpad is a button, and you drag to scroll quickly up, down, or sideways in the active window. 28 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Air To enable Multi-Touch gestures, view instructional videos of Multi-Touch gestures. Using the Multi-Touch Trackpad Use the trackpad to move the pointer and to perform a variety of the gestures, and set other trackpad options, choose Apple () > System Preferences...
... trackpads, the entire MacBook Air trackpad is a button, and you drag to scroll quickly up, down, or sideways in the active window. 28 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Air To enable Multi-Touch gestures, view instructional videos of Multi-Touch gestures. Using the Multi-Touch Trackpad Use the trackpad to move the pointer and to perform a variety of the gestures, and set other trackpad options, choose Apple () > System Preferences...
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...-Fi or Bluetooth® wireless technology and reducing screen brightness can run your MacBook Air draws power from its built-in sleep. The battery recharges more information about battery conservation and performance tips, go to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. Many of power left by looking at the indicator light on the MagSafe connector. You can determine whether the battery needs to be charged. For more quickly, however, when...
...-Fi or Bluetooth® wireless technology and reducing screen brightness can run your MacBook Air draws power from its built-in sleep. The battery recharges more information about battery conservation and performance tips, go to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. Many of power left by looking at the indicator light on the MagSafe connector. You can determine whether the battery needs to be charged. For more quickly, however, when...
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... from the menu bar, and then click More Info. Instructions, technical support, The Apple Support website at www.apple.com. and manuals for "Internet." Connecting to the Internet Help Center and search for Apple products Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Air 35 Using the Thunderbolt port Help Center and search for "display port." Connecting an external display Help Center and search for "Thunderbolt." Apple news The Apple website at www.apple.com/support. Software downloads The...
... from the menu bar, and then click More Info. Instructions, technical support, The Apple Support website at www.apple.com. and manuals for "Internet." Connecting to the Internet Help Center and search for Apple products Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Air 35 Using the Thunderbolt port Help Center and search for "display port." Connecting an external display Help Center and search for "Thunderbolt." Apple news The Apple website at www.apple.com/support. Software downloads The...
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... Help Center and on the MacBook Air Support website at the time of the Mac OS installed on for troubleshooting tips to try when you may have problems while working with your computer or software, having kept up to exactly the way it was at www.apple.com/support/macbookair. If you make regular Time Machine backups, you need. Even serious issues are...
... Help Center and on the MacBook Air Support website at the time of the Mac OS installed on for troubleshooting tips to try when you may have problems while working with your computer or software, having kept up to exactly the way it was at www.apple.com/support/macbookair. If you make regular Time Machine backups, you need. Even serious issues are...
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... Support" on page 50 for information about contacting Apple for the battery. Chapter 3 Problem, Meet Solution 41 ÂÂ Press and release the power button (®) and immediately hold down the Command (x), Option, P, and R keys simultaneously until you still can 't connect to another computer's optical disc drive To use services such as Migration Assistant, DVD or CD Sharing, and iTunes music sharing, both your MacBook Air...
... Support" on page 50 for information about contacting Apple for the battery. Chapter 3 Problem, Meet Solution 41 ÂÂ Press and release the power button (®) and immediately hold down the Command (x), Option, P, and R keys simultaneously until you still can 't connect to another computer's optical disc drive To use services such as Migration Assistant, DVD or CD Sharing, and iTunes music sharing, both your MacBook Air...
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... connect to a Wi-Fi network, follow the instructions in the list on the left, and then click the Erase tab. 4 Select Mac OS Extended (Journaled) from the Format pop-up menu, type a name for a Hardware Problem If you want to help determine if there's a problem with one of the MacBook Air components, such as the memory or processor. 1 Make sure your MacBook Air is erased, choose Disk Utility...
... connect to a Wi-Fi network, follow the instructions in the list on the left, and then click the Erase tab. 4 Select Mac OS Extended (Journaled) from the Format pop-up menu, type a name for a Hardware Problem If you want to help determine if there's a problem with one of the MacBook Air components, such as the memory or processor. 1 Make sure your MacBook Air is erased, choose Disk Utility...
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... an Internet connection, be a problem with the Internet service provider (ISP) you are trying to the instructions that your base station or access point. 48 Chapter 3 Problem, Meet Solution If Network Diagnostics can use an AirPort base station to know if your ISP or network administrator. For setup information, check the documentation provided with an external device you are using Wi-Fi (wireless communication): ÂÂ Make...
... an Internet connection, be a problem with the Internet service provider (ISP) you are trying to the instructions that your base station or access point. 48 Chapter 3 Problem, Meet Solution If Network Diagnostics can use an AirPort base station to know if your ISP or network administrator. For setup information, check the documentation provided with an external device you are using Wi-Fi (wireless communication): ÂÂ Make...
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... you need service, contact Apple or take your MacBook Air, use System Information. If you what hardware and software is installed, the serial number and operating system version, how much memory is installed, and more information about your MacBook Air to your coverage by purchasing the AppleCare Protection Plan. You can find answers to an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook Air does not have any user-serviceable or user-replaceable parts.
... you need service, contact Apple or take your MacBook Air, use System Information. If you what hardware and software is installed, the serial number and operating system version, how much memory is installed, and more information about your MacBook Air to your coverage by purchasing the AppleCare Protection Plan. You can find answers to an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook Air does not have any user-serviceable or user-replaceable parts.
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... indoor use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components. See the service and support information that came with your authority to comply with the limits for human contact during normal operation is important that is on circuits controlled by different circuit breakers or fuses.) If necessary, consult an Apple Authorized Service Provider or Apple. Exposure to 5.25 GHz frequency...
... indoor use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components. See the service and support information that came with your authority to comply with the limits for human contact during normal operation is important that is on circuits controlled by different circuit breakers or fuses.) If necessary, consult an Apple Authorized Service Provider or Apple. Exposure to 5.25 GHz frequency...
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... power 10 D desktop, customizing 14 display adjusting brightness 25 cleaning 60 goes black 41 display, external 27 See also screen disposing of your computer 67 Dock 33 downloading software 49 DVD or CD Sharing installing software 16 overview 17 with Windows computer 17 E Energy Saver preferences 18 environmental impact 63 ergonomics 61 F F1 to F12 function keys 25 FaceTime application 23 FaceTime video camera 23 Fast-forward key 25 flashing...
... power 10 D desktop, customizing 14 display adjusting brightness 25 cleaning 60 goes black 41 display, external 27 See also screen disposing of your computer 67 Dock 33 downloading software 49 DVD or CD Sharing installing software 16 overview 17 with Windows computer 17 E Energy Saver preferences 18 environmental impact 63 ergonomics 61 F F1 to F12 function keys 25 FaceTime application 23 FaceTime video camera 23 Fast-forward key 25 flashing...
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... display goes black 41 hardware problems 46 pointer won't move 39 service and support 50 using AirPort 48 using Help Center 33, 50 Wi-Fi 48 turning on your computer 11 two-finger pinching 30 two-finger rotating 30 typing position 61 U updating software 49 USB connections 35 ports 27 V video camera indicator light 23 video port 27 volume control keys 25 W waking your computer 19 Wi-Fi troubleshooting 48 Z zooming using trackpad 30 S safety general instructions...
... display goes black 41 hardware problems 46 pointer won't move 39 service and support 50 using AirPort 48 using Help Center 33, 50 Wi-Fi 48 turning on your computer 11 two-finger pinching 30 two-finger rotating 30 typing position 61 U updating software 49 USB connections 35 ports 27 V video camera indicator light 23 video port 27 volume control keys 25 W waking your computer 19 Wi-Fi troubleshooting 48 Z zooming using trackpad 30 S safety general instructions...