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Contents Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, Go 9 What's in the Box 9 Setting Up Your MacBook 16 Putting Your MacBook to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2: Life with Your MacBook 20 Basic Features of Your MacBook 22 Keyboard Features of Your MacBook 24 Ports on Your MacBook 26 Using the Multi-Touch Trackpad 30 Using the MacBook Battery 31 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your MacBook 37 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 46 Installing Additional Memory 50 Making Sure Your MacBook Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 53 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 16 Putting Your MacBook to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2: Life with Your MacBook 20 Basic Features of Your MacBook 22 Keyboard Features of Your MacBook 24 Ports on Your MacBook 26 Using the Multi-Touch Trackpad 30 Using the MacBook Battery 31 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your MacBook 37 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 46 Installing Additional Memory 50 Making Sure Your MacBook Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 53 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook Contents 5
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mm Choose Apple () > Sleep from the menu bar. Putting Your MacBook to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you finish working with your MacBook, you can put it to change. NOTICE: Wait a few seconds until the sleep indicator light starts pulsing (indicating that appears. For more information, open Mac Help and search for "System Preferences" or for the specific preference you want using System...
mm Choose Apple () > Sleep from the menu bar. Putting Your MacBook to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you finish working with your MacBook, you can put it to change. NOTICE: Wait a few seconds until the sleep indicator light starts pulsing (indicating that appears. For more information, open Mac Help and search for "System Preferences" or for the specific preference you want using System...
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... in use. Function (fn) key Hold down this key to activate customized actions assigned to the function keys (F1 to customize function keys, choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar and search for quick access to access your open windows. Media keys (F7, F8, F9) ' Rewind ( ), play or pause ('), or fast-forward ( ) a song, movie, or slideshow. Volume keys (F11, F12) - Brightness keys (F1, F2) Increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the brightness of the sound...
... in use. Function (fn) key Hold down this key to activate customized actions assigned to the function keys (F1 to customize function keys, choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar and search for quick access to access your open windows. Media keys (F7, F8, F9) ' Rewind ( ), play or pause ('), or fast-forward ( ) a song, movie, or slideshow. Volume keys (F11, F12) - Brightness keys (F1, F2) Increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the brightness of the sound...
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... devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable. Two USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports d Connect an iPod, iPhone, mouse, keyboard, printer, disk drive, digital camera, joystick, modem, and more information, see page 56. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available separately) to a high-speed Ethernet network, a DSL or cable modem, or another computer. To use a line-level microphone or analog audio equipment, specify audio line in the included 60W MagSafe Power Adapter...
... devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable. Two USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports d Connect an iPod, iPhone, mouse, keyboard, printer, disk drive, digital camera, joystick, modem, and more information, see page 56. Security slot Attach a lock and cable (available separately) to a high-speed Ethernet network, a DSL or cable modem, or another computer. To use a line-level microphone or analog audio equipment, specify audio line in the included 60W MagSafe Power Adapter...
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... use and the external devices connected to your power adapter and let the battery recharge. Turning off features such as AirPort Extreme or Bluetooth® wireless technology and reducing screen brightness can check the amount of your system preferences are automatically set to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. If the battery runs low while you 're currently using. You can help conserve battery charge-for example, when you use , and adjust...
... use and the external devices connected to your power adapter and let the battery recharge. Turning off features such as AirPort Extreme or Bluetooth® wireless technology and reducing screen brightness can check the amount of your system preferences are automatically set to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. If the battery runs low while you 're currently using. You can help conserve battery charge-for example, when you use , and adjust...
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... www.apple.com. and manuals for "display port." Burning a CD or DVD Mac Help and search for "battery." Caring for the battery Mac Help and search for "burn disc." Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware The Apple website at www.apple.com/support/specs. To learn about See Using Bluetooth wireless technology The Bluetooth Support page at www.apple.com/support. Instructions, technical support, The Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support/ bluetooth. Or open System...
... www.apple.com. and manuals for "display port." Burning a CD or DVD Mac Help and search for "battery." Caring for the battery Mac Help and search for "burn disc." Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware The Apple website at www.apple.com/support/specs. To learn about See Using Bluetooth wireless technology The Bluetooth Support page at www.apple.com/support. Instructions, technical support, The Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support/ bluetooth. Or open System...
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... down the Option key. If your MacBook freezes during startup, or you might need to reinstall your computer's system software. After the computer starts up . • When prompted, choose your preferred language. • When the next screen appears, choose Disk Utility from the Utilities menu in the First Aid pane to see a flashing question mark, or the screen is dark and the sleep indicator light is...
... down the Option key. If your MacBook freezes during startup, or you might need to reinstall your computer's system software. After the computer starts up . • When prompted, choose your preferred language. • When the next screen appears, choose Disk Utility from the Utilities menu in the First Aid pane to see a flashing question mark, or the screen is dark and the sleep indicator light is...
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..., see the indicator light on the power adapter turn on or start up your MacBook. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 55 If the power adapter stops charging and you hear the startup sound a second time. Be sure to use the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter that it is amber, the battery might need to start up Try the following suggestions in order until you don't see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page...
..., see the indicator light on the power adapter turn on or start up your MacBook. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 55 If the power adapter stops charging and you hear the startup sound a second time. Be sure to use the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter that it is amber, the battery might need to start up Try the following suggestions in order until you don't see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page...
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... the battery charge to be used for the battery. The screen might also darken if you want the port to at the Battery ( ) status icon in the menu bar. If an audio device plugged into the audio port isn't working Unplug the audio device. Note: If you forget your password You can reset your MacBook, the port will support only audio output. Follow the onscreen instructions. 56 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Choose Apple...
... the battery charge to be used for the battery. The screen might also darken if you want the port to at the Battery ( ) status icon in the menu bar. If an audio device plugged into the audio port isn't working Unplug the audio device. Note: If you forget your password You can reset your MacBook, the port will support only audio output. Follow the onscreen instructions. 56 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Choose Apple...
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... use Apple Hardware Test: 1 Disconnect all external devices from the Applications Install DVD that might be software related. If Apple Hardware Test doesn't detect a hardware failure, the problem may be using the disc and try again. ÂÂ If this procedure doesn't work , restart the computer while holding down the D key as the memory or processor. If this doesn't work , you can use Apple Hardware Test from your location. 4 Press the Return key...
... use Apple Hardware Test: 1 Disconnect all external devices from the Applications Install DVD that might be software related. If Apple Hardware Test doesn't detect a hardware failure, the problem may be using the disc and try again. ÂÂ If this procedure doesn't work , restart the computer while holding down the D key as the memory or processor. If this doesn't work , you can use Apple Hardware Test from your location. 4 Press the Return key...
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.... Cable Modem, DSL, and LAN Internet Connections Make sure all modem cables are trying to the wall jack. Problems with Your Internet Connection Your MacBook has the Setup Assistant application to open Network Setup Assistant. Click the "Assist me ." 3 Click Diagnostics to help walk you unplug the modem's power cord. To use Network Diagnostics: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 2 Click Network and then click "Assist me " button to reset the modem hardware Turn...
.... Cable Modem, DSL, and LAN Internet Connections Make sure all modem cables are trying to the wall jack. Problems with Your Internet Connection Your MacBook has the Setup Assistant application to open Network Setup Assistant. Click the "Assist me ." 3 Click Diagnostics to help walk you unplug the modem's power cord. To use Network Diagnostics: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 2 Click Network and then click "Assist me " button to reset the modem hardware Turn...
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... properly configured the software according to the instructions that came with your base station or access point. ÂÂ Make sure you are trying to connect to is running and has a wireless access point. ÂÂ Make sure you have two or more computers sharing an Internet connection, be sure that your network is set up properly. You need to four bars appear, indicating signal...
... properly configured the software according to the instructions that came with your base station or access point. ÂÂ Make sure you are trying to connect to is running and has a wireless access point. ÂÂ Make sure you have two or more computers sharing an Internet connection, be sure that your network is set up properly. You need to four bars appear, indicating signal...
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... parts you want to install. 7 Click install to start the installation. 8 When the installation is connected and plugged in. 3 Insert the Mac OS X Install DVD that you back up your new user account. 62 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution To install Mac OS X: 1 Back up your essential files. 2 Make sure your power adapter is complete, click Restart to restart your computer. 9 Follow the prompts in Setup Assistant to set...
... parts you want to install. 7 Click install to start the installation. 8 When the installation is connected and plugged in. 3 Insert the Mac OS X Install DVD that you back up your new user account. 62 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution To install Mac OS X: 1 Back up your essential files. 2 Make sure your power adapter is complete, click Restart to restart your computer. 9 Follow the prompts in Setup Assistant to set...
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Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the hard drive and the memory. 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 country from the pop-up menu. Choose Help > Mac Help. It shows you need service, contact Apple or take your MacBook to www.apple.com/support/products...
Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the hard drive and the memory. 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 country from the pop-up menu. Choose Help > Mac Help. It shows you need service, contact Apple or take your MacBook to www.apple.com/support/products...
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... MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that is fully inserted into the power adapter before plugging the adapter into a power outlet. Always put the power adapter directly into a power outlet, or place it gently with this port. Disconnect the power adapter and disconnect any other cables if any of the following conditions exist: ÂÂ You want to add memory or upgrade the hard disk drive. ÂÂ...
... MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that is fully inserted into the power adapter before plugging the adapter into a power outlet. Always put the power adapter directly into a power outlet, or place it gently with this port. Disconnect the power adapter and disconnect any other cables if any of the following conditions exist: ÂÂ You want to add memory or upgrade the hard disk drive. ÂÂ...
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... to one of compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables (including Ethernet network cables) between system components. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in strict accordance with Apple's instructions-it is suspected. See the service and support information that is , in a particular installation. Regulatory Compliance Information FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules...
... to one of compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables (including Ethernet network cables) between system components. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in strict accordance with Apple's instructions-it is suspected. See the service and support information that is , in a particular installation. Regulatory Compliance Information FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules...
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This computer is a partnership with your computer, click the mouse or trackpad button or press any key on the keyboard. Taiwan Wireless Statements Taiwan Class B Statement VCCI Class B Statement External USB Modem Information When connecting your MacBook to the phone line using an external USB modem, refer to sleep after 10 minutes of user inactivity. For more information about ENERGY STAR®, visit: www...
This computer is a partnership with your computer, click the mouse or trackpad button or press any key on the keyboard. Taiwan Wireless Statements Taiwan Class B Statement VCCI Class B Statement External USB Modem Information When connecting your MacBook to the phone line using an external USB modem, refer to sleep after 10 minutes of user inactivity. For more information about ENERGY STAR®, visit: www...
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... Photo Booth 21 audio out port 25 B battery location 21 performance 30 blinking question mark 54 brightness controls 23 built-in speakers 21 button, power 12, 21 C cable modem 11 camera. See power adapter AC power cord 10 adapter, power. controls brightness 23 media 23 volume 23 See also keys cord, AC power 10 D Dashboard key 23 desktop, customizing 16 discs ejecting 57 software installation 62 supported sizes 72 display cleaning 73 external 25 See also screen disposing of your...
... Photo Booth 21 audio out port 25 B battery location 21 performance 30 blinking question mark 54 brightness controls 23 built-in speakers 21 button, power 12, 21 C cable modem 11 camera. See power adapter AC power cord 10 adapter, power. controls brightness 23 media 23 volume 23 See also keys cord, AC power 10 D Dashboard key 23 desktop, customizing 16 discs ejecting 57 software installation 62 supported sizes 72 display cleaning 73 external 25 See also screen disposing of your...
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... mouse connecting to 11 iSight video camera 21 K keyboard ergonomics 74 features 22 See also keys keys Dashboard 23 Exposé 23 function 23 Media 23 Media Eject 23 mute 23 screen brightness 23 volume 23 L light, sleep indicator 21 M Mac Help 31 Mac OS X website 32 MagSafe power adapter. See audio out port Help, finding answers 31, 52 I iChat AV application 21 iLife applications 32 installation instructions hard disk drive 37 memory 46 overview 8 Internet, connecting to USB port...
... mouse connecting to 11 iSight video camera 21 K keyboard ergonomics 74 features 22 See also keys keys Dashboard 23 Exposé 23 function 23 Media 23 Media Eject 23 mute 23 screen brightness 23 volume 23 L light, sleep indicator 21 M Mac Help 31 Mac OS X website 32 MagSafe power adapter. See audio out port Help, finding answers 31, 52 I iChat AV application 21 iLife applications 32 installation instructions hard disk drive 37 memory 46 overview 8 Internet, connecting to USB port...
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... instructions 68 handling information 71 power adapter 69 screen goes black 56 setting brightness 23 See also display scrolling with two fingers 26 SDRAM specifications 46 secondary clicking 27 secondary-click zone 27 security slot 25 Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive 37 serial number, locating 66 service and support 64 Setup Assistant 13 shutting down your computer 17 sleep mode indicator light 21 putting computer to sleep 16 Q question mark, flashing 54 R RAM. See memory resetting your password 56 Rewind key...
... instructions 68 handling information 71 power adapter 69 screen goes black 56 setting brightness 23 See also display scrolling with two fingers 26 SDRAM specifications 46 secondary clicking 27 secondary-click zone 27 security slot 25 Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive 37 serial number, locating 66 service and support 64 Setup Assistant 13 shutting down your computer 17 sleep mode indicator light 21 putting computer to sleep 16 Q question mark, flashing 54 R RAM. See memory resetting your password 56 Rewind key...
