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... Box 9 Setting Up Your MacBook Pro 15 Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2: Life with Your MacBook Pro 18 Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro 20 Additional Features of Your MacBook Pro 22 Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro 24 Ports on Your MacBook Pro 26 Using the Trackpad and... Keyboard 28 Using the MacBook Pro Battery 30 Getting Answers Chapter 3: ...
... Box 9 Setting Up Your MacBook Pro 15 Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2: Life with Your MacBook Pro 18 Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro 20 Additional Features of Your MacBook Pro 22 Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro 24 Ports on Your MacBook Pro 26 Using the Trackpad and... Keyboard 28 Using the MacBook Pro Battery 30 Getting Answers Chapter 3: ...
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51 Using Apple Hardware Test 51 Problems with Your Internet Connection 54 Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication 55 Keeping Your Software Up to Date 56 Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook Pro 57 Learning More, Service, and Support 59 Locating Your Product Serial Number Chapter 5: Last, but Not Least 62 Important Safety Information 65 Important Handling Information 67 Understanding Ergonomics 69 Apple and the Environment 70 Regulatory Compliance Information Looking for Something? 76 Index 6 Contents
51 Using Apple Hardware Test 51 Problems with Your Internet Connection 54 Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication 55 Keeping Your Software Up to Date 56 Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook Pro 57 Learning More, Service, and Support 59 Locating Your Product Serial Number Chapter 5: Last, but Not Least 62 Important Safety Information 65 Important Handling Information 67 Understanding Ergonomics 69 Apple and the Environment 70 Regulatory Compliance Information Looking for Something? 76 Index 6 Contents
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... all the installation instructions (and the safety information starting on page 61) carefully before setting up quickly and start using it up your MacBook Pro. If you are new to get started . Make sure you look over the information in this book may already know enough to Macintosh... computers, read this MacBook Pro. Your MacBook Pro is designed so that you can be slightly different, depending on the model of this chapter for help getting Mac Help, see onscreen. Apple may release new versions and updates to its system software, ...
... all the installation instructions (and the safety information starting on page 61) carefully before setting up quickly and start using it up your MacBook Pro. If you are new to get started . Make sure you look over the information in this book may already know enough to Macintosh... computers, read this MacBook Pro. Your MacBook Pro is designed so that you can be slightly different, depending on the model of this chapter for help getting Mac Help, see onscreen. Apple may release new versions and updates to its system software, ...
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... pages take you can set it right away. What's in the Box ® MENU Apple Remote 85W MagSafe Power Adapter DVI to VGA adapter AC power cord Setting Up Your MacBook Pro Your MacBook Pro is designed so that you through the setup process, including these tasks:  Plugging in... the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter  Connecting cables and accessing a network  Turning on your MacBook Pro and using the trackpad  Configuring a user account and other settings using Setup Assistant  Setting up quickly and start using it up ...
... pages take you can set it right away. What's in the Box ® MENU Apple Remote 85W MagSafe Power Adapter DVI to VGA adapter AC power cord Setting Up Your MacBook Pro Your MacBook Pro is designed so that you through the setup process, including these tasks:  Plugging in... the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter  Connecting cables and accessing a network  Turning on your MacBook Pro and using the trackpad  Configuring a user account and other settings using Setup Assistant  Setting up quickly and start using it up ...
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... remove it from the computer, pull the plug, not the cord. 10 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go As the MagSafe connector gets close to the MacBook Pro and charge the battery. Plug the other end into the MagSafe power port. The AC power cord provides a grounded connection.
... remove it from the computer, pull the plug, not the cord. 10 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go As the MagSafe connector gets close to the MacBook Pro and charge the battery. Plug the other end into the MagSafe power port. The AC power cord provides a grounded connection.
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.... An amber light indicates the battery is not installed. Step 2: To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook Pro, an indicator light on the MagSafe connector starts to a cable modem, DSL modem, or network. G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Ethernet cable Chapter 1 Ready...
.... An amber light indicates the battery is not installed. Step 2: To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook Pro, an indicator light on the MagSafe connector starts to a cable modem, DSL modem, or network. G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Ethernet cable Chapter 1 Ready...
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... Help, and then search for wireless networking. Plug the Apple USB Modem into a phone wall jack. Note: Your MacBook Pro also comes with AirPort Extreme technology for "AirPort." See "Getting Answers" on your MacBook Pro. Step 3: Press the power (®) button briefly to turn on your MacBook Pro, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from the...
... Help, and then search for wireless networking. Plug the Apple USB Modem into a phone wall jack. Note: Your MacBook Pro also comes with AirPort Extreme technology for "AirPort." See "Getting Answers" on your MacBook Pro. Step 3: Press the power (®) button briefly to turn on your MacBook Pro, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from the...
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Step 4: Configure your MacBook Pro with Setup Assistant. For information about deauthorizing, choose iTunes Help from your previous Mac. After it starts ... page 49. The first time you enter your Internet and email information and set up . If your MacBook Pro doesn't turn on, see "If your MacBook Pro doesn't turn on your MacBook Pro, Setup Assistant starts. If you already have a Mac, Setup Assistant can do it from playing music... another authorization for use your other information from the Help menu in iTunes. It takes the MacBook Pro a few moments to start up a user account on your...
Step 4: Configure your MacBook Pro with Setup Assistant. For information about deauthorizing, choose iTunes Help from your previous Mac. After it starts ... page 49. The first time you enter your Internet and email information and set up . If your MacBook Pro doesn't turn on, see "If your MacBook Pro doesn't turn on your MacBook Pro, Setup Assistant starts. If you already have a Mac, Setup Assistant can do it from playing music... another authorization for use your other information from the Help menu in iTunes. It takes the MacBook Pro a few moments to start up a user account on your...
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... a few seconds until the sleep indicator light starts pulsing (indicating that appears. Â Choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Energy Saver, and set a sleep timer. Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you can damage the hard disk, causing loss of data...specific preference you want to change. System Preferences is in the Dock. When the computer is your MacBook Pro. Choose Apple () > System Preferences from your MacBook Pro. Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep If you'll be away from the menu bar or click the System Preferences icon in...
... a few seconds until the sleep indicator light starts pulsing (indicating that appears. Â Choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Energy Saver, and set a sleep timer. Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you can damage the hard disk, causing loss of data...specific preference you want to change. System Preferences is in the Dock. When the computer is your MacBook Pro. Choose Apple () > System Preferences from your MacBook Pro. Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep If you'll be away from the menu bar or click the System Preferences icon in...
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...shut it to store your MacBook Pro. Â If the display is closed, simply open , press the power (®) button or any key on the keyboard. To shut down . The sleep indicator light goes on page 65 for an extended period of the following: m Choose Apple () > Shut Down ...from sleep, your applications, documents, and computer settings are exactly as you plan to wake up your MacBook Pro for information about how to prevent the battery from draining completely. 16 Chapter 1 ...
...shut it to store your MacBook Pro. Â If the display is closed, simply open , press the power (®) button or any key on the keyboard. To shut down . The sleep indicator light goes on page 65 for an extended period of the following: m Choose Apple () > Shut Down ...from sleep, your applications, documents, and computer settings are exactly as you plan to wake up your MacBook Pro for information about how to prevent the battery from draining completely. 16 Chapter 1 ...
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Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro ® Power button Trackpad Trackpad button ® Battery (underneath) Sleep indicator light Display release button Slot-loading SuperDrive 18 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro
Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro ® Power button Trackpad Trackpad button ® Battery (underneath) Sleep indicator light Display release button Slot-loading SuperDrive 18 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro
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...page through documents with three fingers. Trackpad and trackpad button Move the pointer with Your MacBook Pro 19 Battery Run your MacBook Pro. Use two fingers to sleep. Tap the trackpad to release the display and open your MacBook Pro using battery power when you are away from a power outlet. Chapter 2 Life with... one finger on and off, or put it to rotate photos and more. Sleep indicator light A white light pulses when the MacBook Pro is in or out. Display release button Push to click or double-click. Spread or pinch two fingers to standard-size CDs and DVDs....
...page through documents with three fingers. Trackpad and trackpad button Move the pointer with Your MacBook Pro 19 Battery Run your MacBook Pro. Use two fingers to sleep. Tap the trackpad to release the display and open your MacBook Pro using battery power when you are away from a power outlet. Chapter 2 Life with... one finger on and off, or put it to rotate photos and more. Sleep indicator light A white light pulses when the MacBook Pro is in or out. Display release button Push to click or double-click. Spread or pinch two fingers to standard-size CDs and DVDs....
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® Additional Features of Your MacBook Pro iSight camera Camera indicator light Built-in stereo speakers Microphone Infrared (IR) receiver 20 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro
® Additional Features of Your MacBook Pro iSight camera Camera indicator light Built-in stereo speakers Microphone Infrared (IR) receiver 20 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro
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Infrared (IR) receiver Use an optional Apple Remote (sold separately at www.apple.com/store) with Your MacBook Pro 21 Camera indicator light The camera indicator light glows green when the built-in stereo speakers Listen to 30 feet away. Built-in iSight camera ...Videoconference with others using the included iChat AV application. Chapter 2 Life with the IR receiver to control Front Row and Keynote on your MacBook Pro from up to music, movies, games, and other multimedia files. Microphone (built in under the left speaker grille) Capture sounds directly or talk with ...
Infrared (IR) receiver Use an optional Apple Remote (sold separately at www.apple.com/store) with Your MacBook Pro 21 Camera indicator light The camera indicator light glows green when the built-in stereo speakers Listen to 30 feet away. Built-in iSight camera ...Videoconference with others using the included iChat AV application. Chapter 2 Life with the IR receiver to control Front Row and Keynote on your MacBook Pro from up to music, movies, games, and other multimedia files. Microphone (built in under the left speaker grille) Capture sounds directly or talk with ...
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Volume keys 22 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro ® 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 - Mute key -
Volume keys 22 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro ® 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 - Mute key -
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..., F9) Rewind (]), play or pause ('), or fast-forward (') a song, movie, or slideshow. - o Keyboard illumination keys (F5, F6) Increase (o) or decrease (ø) the brightness of your MacBook Pro display. C Media Eject key Press and hold this key to eject a disc. Dashboard key (F4) Open Dashboard to access your open windows. You can also... how to customize function keys, choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar and search for quick access to the Trash. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 23
..., F9) Rewind (]), play or pause ('), or fast-forward (') a song, movie, or slideshow. - o Keyboard illumination keys (F5, F6) Increase (o) or decrease (ø) the brightness of your MacBook Pro display. C Media Eject key Press and hold this key to eject a disc. Dashboard key (F4) Open Dashboard to access your open windows. You can also... how to customize function keys, choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar and search for quick access to the Trash. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 23
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Ports on Your MacBook Pro Left side d USB 2.0 ports (1 port on left side of 15-inch model) f Headphone out/optical digital audio out port ¯ MagSafe power port , Audio line in/optical digital audio in port ExpressCard/34 slot Right side Security slot H FireWire 400 port G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) d USB 2.0 port H FireWire 800 port £ DVI port 24 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro
Ports on Your MacBook Pro Left side d USB 2.0 ports (1 port on left side of 15-inch model) f Headphone out/optical digital audio out port ¯ MagSafe power port , Audio line in/optical digital audio in port ExpressCard/34 slot Right side Security slot H FireWire 400 port G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) d USB 2.0 port H FireWire 800 port £ DVI port 24 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro
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...TV that uses a DVI connector, or use the included DVI to VGA adapter to prevent theft. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store) to connect a VGA monitor. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. , Audio line in/optical digital audio in the included 85W MagSafe ...and then remove it to a high-speed Ethernet network, a DSL or cable modem, or another computer. ExpressCard/34 slot Expand the capabilities of your MacBook Pro with Your MacBook Pro 25 To eject an ExpressCard, push gently on it from the slot. ¯ MagSafe power port Plug in port Connect your...
...TV that uses a DVI connector, or use the included DVI to VGA adapter to prevent theft. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available at www.apple.com/store) to connect a VGA monitor. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. , Audio line in/optical digital audio in the included 85W MagSafe ...and then remove it to a high-speed Ethernet network, a DSL or cable modem, or another computer. ExpressCard/34 slot Expand the capabilities of your MacBook Pro with Your MacBook Pro 25 To eject an ExpressCard, push gently on it from the slot. ¯ MagSafe power port Plug in port Connect your...