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2. www apple com support contact phone_contacts html Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution 65 Locating Your Product Serial Number Use one of these methods to find your computer s serial number e Turn your MacBook Pro over The serial number is etched into the case near the hinge Serial number Choose Apple from the menu bar and then choose About This Mac Click the version number beneath the words Mac OS X to cycle through the Mac OS X version number the build version and the serial number e Click the Finder icon and open Applications Utilities System Profiler Click Hardware in the Contents pane 66 Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution Last but Not Least www apple com environment Mac Help 68 For your safety and that of your equipment follow these rules for handling and cleaning your MacBook Pro and for working more comfortably Keep these instructions handy for reference by you and others WARNING Incorrect storage or use of your computer may void the manufacturer s warranty Important Safety Information WARNING Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire electric shock or other injury or damage Built in battery Do not remove the battery from your MacBook Pro The battery should be replaced only by an Apple Authorized Service Provider Discontinue use of your MacBook Pro if it is dropped or appears crushed bent deformed or damaged Do not expose
3. Check whether the battery needs to be recharged Press the small button on the left side of your computer You should see one to eight lights indicating the battery s level of charge If a single indicator light is on connect your power adapter to recharge For more information about battery indicator lights see page 56 If the problem persists close all open documents and quit all applications Return the computer to its factory settings while still preserving your files by pressing the left Shift key left Option alt key left Control key and the power button simultaneously for five seconds until the computer restarts If you recently installed additional memory make sure that it is correctly installed and is compatible with your computer See whether removing and reinstalling the old memory allows the computer to start up see page 45 Press the power button and immediately hold down the Command 8 Option P and R keys simultaneously until you hear the startup sound a second time to reset the parameter RAM PRAM If you still can t start up your MacBook Pro see Learning More Service and Support on page 64 for information about contacting Apple for service Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution 55 56 If the screen suddenly goes black or your MacBook Pro freezes Try restarting your MacBook Pro Unplug any devices that are connected to your MacBook Pro except the power adapter Press the power
4. Or consult an experienced radio television technician for additional suggestions Important Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by Apple Inc could void the EMC compliance and negate your authority to operate the product This product has demonstrated EMC compliance under conditions that included the use of compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables including Ethernet network cables between system components It is important that you use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components to reduce the possibility of causing interference to radios television sets and other electronic devices Responsible party contact for FCC matters only Apple Inc Corporate Compliance 1 Infinite Loop M S 26 A Cupertino CA 95014 Wireless Radio Use This device is restricted to indoor use when operating in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency band Cet appareil doit tre utilis a l int rieur Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy The radiated output power of the AirPort Extreme technology is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless it is advised to use the wireless equipment in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance The antenna used with this transmitter must not be colocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant Blue
5. MacBook Pro hardware you can use the Apple Hardware Test application to help determine if there is a problem with one of the computer s components such as the memory or processor To use Apple Hardware Test Disconnect all external devices from your computer except the power adapter If you have an Ethernet cable connected disconnect it Restart your computer and hold down the D key as it starts up 3 When the Apple Hardware Test chooser screen appears select the language for your location 4 Press the Return key or click the right arrow button 5 When the Apple Hardware Test main screen appears after about 45 seconds follow the onscreen instructions If Apple Hardware Test detects a problem it displays an error code Make a note of the error code before pursuing support options If Apple Hardware Test doesn t detect a hardware failure the problem might be software related If this procedure doesn t work you can insert the Applications Install DVD to use Apple Hardware Test For more information see the Apple Hardware Test Read Me file on the Applications Install DVD that came with your computer Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution 58 A WU N Problems with Your Internet Connection Your MacBook Pro has the Network Setup Assistant application to help walk you through setting up an Internet connection Open System Preferences and click Network Click the Assist me button to open Network Setup Assistant If you
6. Tunes Keynote Mac MacBook Macintosh Mac OS MagSafe Photo Booth Safari Snow Leopard Spaces Spotlight SuperDrive and Time Machine are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries Finder the FireWire logo and Multi Touch are trademarks of Apple Inc AppleCare Apple Store and iTunes Store are service marks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries ENERGY STAR is a U S registered trademark Intel Intel Core and Xeon are trademarks of Intel Corp in the United States and other countries The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Apple Inc is under license Other company and product names mentioned herein are trademarks of their respective companies Mention of third party products is for informational purposes only and constitutes neither an endorsement nor a recommendation Apple assumes no responsibility with regard to the performance or use of these products Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Confidential Unpublished Works 1992 1997 Dolby Laboratories Inc All rights reserved Simultaneously published in the United States and Canada
7. button to restart the system 3 Let the battery charge to at least 10 percent before plugging in any external devices N and resuming your work To see how much the battery has charged click the Battery t status icon in the menu bar or check the battery indicator lights on the left side of your MacBook Pro The display might also darken if you have energy saver features set for the battery If you press the battery button and all battery indicator lights flash five times quickly Your battery needs to be replaced Contact an Apple Retail Store or an Apple Authorized Service Provider If you press the battery button and the battery indicator lights flash from left to right and then from right to left five times in a row Your battery is not recognized Contact an Apple Retail Store or an Apple Authorized Service Provider If you forget your password You can reset your administrator password and passwords for all other accounts Insert the Mac OS X Install DVD Then restart your computer and hold down the C key as it starts up Choose Utilities gt Reset Password from the menu bar and follow the onscreen instructions Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution If you have trouble ejecting a disc Quit any applications that might be using the disc and try again If that doesn t work restart the computer and then immediately press and hold the trackpad button Using Apple Hardware Test If you suspect a problem with the
8. environment Do not force the display if you meet resistance The display is not meant to open past 130 degrees You can adjust the brightness of the screen when you take the computer from one work location to another or if the lighting in your work area changes More information about ergonomics is available on the web www apple com about ergonomics Apple and the Environment Apple Inc recognizes its responsibility to minimize the environmental impacts of its operations and products More information is available on the web www apple com environment 76 Chapter 5 Last but Not Least Regulatory Compliance Information FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation See instructions if interference to radio or television reception is suspected L utilisation de ce dispositif est autoris e seulement aux conditions suivantes 1 il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur du dispositif doit tre pr t a accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique re u m me si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif Radio and Television Interference This computer equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy If it is
9. have trouble with your Internet connection you can try the steps in this section for your type of connection or you can use Network Diagnostics To use Network Diagnostics Choose Apple gt System Preferences Click Network and then click Assist me Click Diagnostics to open Network Diagnostics Follow the onscreen instructions If Network Diagnostics 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 with the server you are trying to access You can try the following steps Cable Modem DSL Modem and LAN Internet Connections Make sure all modem cables are firmly plugged in including the modem power cord the cable from the modem to the computer and the cable from the modem to the wall jack Also check the cables and power supplies to Ethernet hubs and routers Turn the modem off and on and reset the modem hardware Turn off your DSL or cable modem for a few minutes and then turn it back on Some ISPs recommend that you unplug the modem s power cord If your modem has a reset button you can press it either before or after you turn the power off and on Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution Important Instructions that refer to modems do not apply to LAN users LAN users might have hubs switches routers or connection pods that DSL and cable modem users do not have LAN users sho
10. keys F1 F2 Increase or decrease the brightness of the screen 39 Expos key F3 Open Expos for quick access to all your open windows Dashboard key F4 Open Dashboard to access your widgets Keyboard illumination keys F5 F6 Increase or decrease the brightness of the keyboard illumination gt Il Media keys F7 F8 F9 Rewind lt lt play or pause 11 or fast forward a song movie or slideshow q Mute key F10 Mute the sound coming from the built in speakers and audio out port 4 Volume keys F11 F12 Increase 4 or decrease 4 the volume of sound coming from the built in speakers and headphone port rj Media Eject key Press and hold this key to eject a disc that s not in use You can also eject a disc by dragging its desktop icon to the Trash Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 23 24 Ports on Your MacBook Pro gt Gigabit Ethernet 02 k port 10 100 1000 IDI Mini WA Audioin t Base T DisplayPort pot ren MagSafe S FireWire Y USB 2 0 M Audio out ExpressCard power port 800 port ports port 34 slot Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro MagSafe power port Plug in the included 85W MagSafe Power Adapter to recharge the MacBook Pro battery Gigabit Ethernet port 10 100 1000Base T Connect to a high speed Ethernet
11. memory or upgrade the hard disk drive e You want to clean the case use only the recommended procedure described on page 73 e The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged e Your MacBook Pro or power adapter is exposed to rain excessive moisture or liquid spilled into the case e Your MacBook Pro or power adapter has been dropped the case has been damaged or you suspect that service or repair is required The MagSafe power port contains a magnet that can erase data on a credit card iPod or other device To preserve your data do not place these or other magnetically sensitive material or devices within 1 inch 25 mm of this port If debris gets into the MagSafe power port remove it gently with a dry cotton swab Chapter 5 Last but Not Least 69 MagSafe power specifications e Frequency 50 to 60 Hz single phase e Line Voltage 100 to 240 V e Output Voltage 18 5 V DC 4 6 A Hearing damage Permanent hearing loss may occur if earbuds or headphones are used at high volume You can adapt over time to a higher volume of sound that may sound normal but can be damaging to your hearing If you experience ringing in your ears or muffled speech stop listening and have your hearing checked The louder the volume the less time is required before your hearing could be affected Hearing experts suggest that to protect your hearing e Limit the amount of time you use earbuds or headphones at high volume e Avoid tu
12. menu bar and then click More Info Apple news free downloads The Apple website at www apple com and online catalogs of software and hardware Instructions technical support The Apple Support website at www apple com support and manuals for Apple products Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Boost Your MacBook Pro www apple com store ELERA Rav This chapter provides information and instructions for upgrading the hard disk drive and installing additional memory in your MacBook Pro WARNING Apple recommends that you have an Apple certified technician install replacement drives and memory Consult the service and support information that came with your computer for information about how to contact Apple for service If you attempt to install a replacement drive or memory and damage your equipment such damage is not covered by the limited warranty on your computer The battery in your MacBook Pro is not user replaceable If you think your battery needs to be replaced contact an Apple Retail Store or an Apple Authorized Service Provider 36 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro Replacing the Hard Disk Drive You can upgrade the hard disk drive in your MacBook Pro The hard disk drive is located next to the built in battery when you open the back of your MacBook Pro The replacement drive must be a 2 5 inch drive with a Serial ATA SATA connector Important Apple recommends that you back up the data on
13. not installed and used properly that is in strict accordance with Apple s instructions it may cause interference with radio and television reception This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC rules These specifications are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation You can determine whether your computer system is causing interference by turning it off If the interference stops it was probably caused by the computer or one of the peripheral devices If your computer system does cause interference to radio or television reception try to correct the interference by using one or more of the following measures Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops Move the computer to one side or the other of the television or radio Move the computer farther away from the television or radio Plug the computer into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the television or radio That is make certain the computer and the television or radio are on circuits controlled by different circuit breakers or fuses If necessary consult an Apple Authorized Service Provider or Apple See the service and support information that came with your Apple product
14. the computer to temperatures above 212 F or 100 C Proper handling Set up your MacBook Pro on a stable work surface that allows for adequate air circulation under and around the computer Do not operate your MacBook Pro on a pillow or other soft material as the material can block the airflow vents Never place anything over the keyboard when operating your MacBook Pro Never push objects into the ventilation openings The bottom of your MacBook Pro may become very warm during normal use If your MacBook Pro is on your lap and gets uncomfortably warm remove it from your lap and place it on a stable work surface Chapter 5 Last but Not Least Water and wet locations Keep your MacBook Pro away from sources of liquid such as drinks washbasins bathtubs shower stalls and so on Protect your MacBook Pro from dampness or wet weather such as rain snow and fog 85W MagSafe Power Adapter Make sure the AC plug or AC power cord is fully inserted into the power adapter before plugging the adapter into a power outlet Use only the power adapter that came with your MacBook Pro or an Apple authorized power adapter that is compatible with this product The power adapter may become very warm during normal use Always plug the power adapter directly into a power outlet or place it on the floor in a well ventilated location Disconnect the power adapter and disconnect any other cables if any of the following conditions exists e You want to add
15. 0000 OOOOOODOOODODDDTI CIC ION 2000000009000000 DOOODOOOODODOOLL ale OO gg OO CO Chapter 5 Last but Not Least Change hand positions often to avoid fatigue Some computer users might develop discomfort in their hands wrists or arms after intensive work without breaks If you begin to develop chronic pain or discomfort in your hands wrists or arms consult a qualified health specialist External Mouse If you use an external mouse position the mouse at the same height as the keyboard and within a comfortable reach Chair An adjustable chair that provides firm comfortable support is best Adjust the height of the chair so your thighs are horizontal and your feet are flat on the floor The back of the chair should support your lower back lumbar region Follow the manufacturer s instructions for adjusting the backrest to fit your body properly You might have to raise your chair so that your forearms and hands are at the proper angle to the keyboard If this makes it impossible to rest your feet flat on the floor you can use a footrest with adjustable height and tilt to make up for any gap between the floor and your feet Or you can lower the desktop to eliminate the need for a footrest Another option is to use a desk with a keyboard tray that s lower than the regular work surface Chapter 5 Last but Not Least 75 Built In Display Adjust the angle of the display to optimize viewing in your
16. 4 computer won t turn on 53 55 ejecting a disc 57 hardware problems 57 Internet connection 58 pointer won t move 53 PPPoE connections 59 reinstalling software 62 screen goes black 56 service and support 64 using Disk Utility 63 using Mac Help 64 turning on your MacBook Pro 12 two finger pinching 28 two finger rotating 28 typing position 74 U updating software 61 USB connections 33 ports 25 V video camera indicator light 21 video Mini DisplayPort 25 volume keys 23 W waking your MacBook Pro 17 Z zooming using the trackpad 28 Looking for Something 85 Apple Inc 2010 Apple Inc All rights reserved Under the copyright laws this manual may not be copied in whole or in part without the written consent of Apple Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate Apple is not responsible for printing or clerical errors Apple 1 Infinite Loop Cupertino CA 95014 408 996 1010 www apple com The Apple logo is a trademark of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries Use of the keyboard Apple logo Option Shift K for commercial purposes without the prior written consent of Apple may constitute trademark infringement and unfair competition in violation of federal and state laws Apple the Apple logo AirPort AirPort Extreme Cover Flow Expos FileVault FireWire GarageBand iCal iChat iLife iMovie iPhone iPhoto iPod iSight
17. 7S TE THE RE AY fa I ay K N 3 Wa St AA E A BA az E Taiwan Class B Statement Class B a fia HY SS 2 A NIL VCCI Class B Statement PLEAS S BRS AEREE OWT TORE PRUBRES ERS ARTHA 2 VCCI OB CBI lt 777 B RRR T Fo CORBA CHA ANSC CERNE UTWETH CORBMIVYAPT LEV AVR PRICE L CRASNSC MEMS ES SC FOEMBOVIET MRHAR cE TELUORRELT ESL eg ME67 External USB Modem Information When connecting your MacBook Pro to the phone line using an external USB modem refer to the telecommunications agency information in the documentation that came with your modem ENERGY STAR Compliance a ENERGY STAR As an ENERGY STAR partner Apple has determined that standard configurations of this product meet the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency The ENERGY STAR program is a partnership with electronic equipment manufacturers to promote energy efficient products Reducing energy consumption of products saves money and helps conserve valuable resources This computer is shipped with power management enabled with the computer set to sleep after 10 minutes of user inactivity To wake your computer click the mouse or trackpad button or press any key on the keyboard For more information about ENERGY STAR visit www energystar gov T rkiye EEE Y netmeli ine Elektrikli ve Elektronik E yalarda Bazi Zararl Maddelerin Kullan m n n Sinirlandirilmasina Dair Y netmelik uygundur HE
18. CHMI 52 Occasionally you may have problems while working with your MacBook Pro Read on for troubleshooting tips to try when you have a problem You can also find more troubleshooting information in Mac Help and on the MacBook Pro Support website at www apple com support macbookpro If you experience a problem working with your MacBook Pro there is usually a simple and quick solution Think about the conditions that led up to the problem Making a note of things you did before the problem occurred will help you narrow down possible causes and find the answers you need Things to note include e The applications you were using when the problem occurred Problems that occur only with a specific application might indicate that the application is not compatible with the version of Mac OS X installed on your computer e Any new software that you installed especially software that added items to the System folder e Any new hardware that you installed such as additional memory or a peripheral Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution N Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook Pro If your MacBook Pro doesn t respond or the pointer doesn t move On rare occasions an application may freeze on the screen Mac OS X provides a way to quit a frozen application without restarting your computer To force an application to quit Press Command 8 Option Esc or choose Apple gt Force Quit from the menu bar The For
19. Congratulations you and your MacBook Pro were made for each other Say hello to your MacBook Pro www apple com macbookpro Built in iSight camera and iChat i Finder Multi Touch trackpad Mac OS X Snow Leopard www apple com macosx G O Qa 0 Time Machine Quick Look Spotlight Safari Automatically Instantly preview Find anything Experience the web back up and your files on your Mac with the fastest restore your files Mac Help Mac Help browser in the world Mac Help EX quick look CX spotlight Mac Help GX time machine GX safari iLife 11 www apple com ilife I A iPhoto iMovie GarageBand Turn your Make a great Create a great photos into looking movie sounding song something in minutes with ease amazing iMovie Help GarageBand Help iPhoto Help CX movie CX record GX photos Contents Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go 9 What s in the Box 9 Setting Up Your MacBook Pro 16 20 22 24 26 30 31 37 45 53 57 Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro Ports on Your MacBook Pro Using the Multi Touch Trackpad Using the MacBook Pro Battery Getting Answers Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Installing Additional Memory Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook
20. Pro Using Apple Hardware Test Contents 58 60 61 62 63 64 66 68 71 74 76 77 82 6 Problems with Your Internet Connection Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication Keeping Your Software Up to Date Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook Pro Using Disk Utility Learning More Service and Support Locating Your Product Serial Number Chapter 5 Last but Not Least Important Safety Information Important Handling Information Understanding Ergonomics Apple and the Environment Regulatory Compliance Information Looking for Something Index Contents Ready Set Up Go www apple com macbookpro UES Migration Assistant 8 Your MacBook Pro is designed so that you can set it up quickly and start using it right away If you have never used a MacBook Pro or are new to Macintosh computers read this chapter for help getting started Important Read all the installation instructions and the safety information starting on page 67 carefully before you first use your computer If you re an experienced user you may already know enough to get started Make sure you look over the information in Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro to find out about the new features of this MacBook Pro Many answers to questions can be found on your computer in Mac Help For information about getting Mac Help see Getting Answers on page 31 Apple may release new versions and updates to it
21. acBook Pro Press the button next to the lights and the lights glow briefly to show how much charge remains in the battery Important If only one indicator light is on very little charge is left If no lights illuminate the battery is completely drained and the MacBook Pro won t start up unless the power adapter is connected Plug in the power adapter to let the battery recharge For more information about battery indicator lights see page page 56 You can also check the amount of battery charge remaining by viewing the Battery 1 status icon in the menu bar The battery charge level displayed is based on the amount of power left in the battery with the applications peripheral devices and system settings you are currently using To conserve battery power close applications and disconnect peripheral devices not in use and adjust your Energy Saver settings For more information about battery conservation and performance tips go to www apple com batteries notebooks html Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Charging the Battery When the power adapter that came with your MacBook Pro is connected the battery charges whether the computer is on off or in sleep The battery charges more quickly however if the computer is off or in sleep The battery in your MacBook Pro can only be replaced by an Apple Authorized Service Provider or an Apple Retail Store Getting Answers Much more information about using your MacBook Pro is av
22. ailable in Mac Help on your computer and on the Internet at www apple com support macbookpro To get Mac Help Click the Finder icon in the Dock the bar of icons along the edge of the screen KL Click the Help menu in the menu bar and do one of the following a Type a question or term in the Search field and select a topic from the list of results or select Show All Results to see all topics b Choose Mac Help to open the Mac Help window where you can click links or type a search question Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 31 32 More Information For more information about using your MacBook Pro see the following To learn about Installing memory See Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro on page 35 Troubleshooting your MacBook Pro if you have a problem Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution on page 51 Finding service and support for your MacBook Pro Learning More Service and Support on page 64 Or go to the Apple Support site at www apple com support macbookpro Using Mac OS X The Mac OS X website at www apple com macosx Or search for Mac OS X in Mac Help Moving from a PC to a Mac Why You ll Love a Mac at www apple com getamac whymac Using iLife applications The iLife website at www apple com ilife Or open an iLife application open Help for the application and then type a question in the search field Changing system preferences System Prefe
23. ame with the wireless device for more information Keeping Your Software Up to Date You can connect to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions drivers and other enhancements from Apple When you are connected to the Internet Software Update checks to see if any updates are available for your computer You can set your MacBook Pro to check for updates periodically and then you can download and install updated software To check for updated software Choose Apple gt System Preferences Click the Software Update icon and follow the instructions on the screen For more information search for Software Update in Mac Help e For the latest information about Mac OS X go to www apple com macosx Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution 61 62 AA WU N Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook Pro Use the software installation discs that came with your MacBook Pro to reinstall Mac OS X and any applications that came with your computer You can install Mac OS X without erasing the target volume which saves your existing files and settings or you can erase the volume first which erases all your data and leaves the computer ready for you to reinstall Mac OS X and applications Important Apple recommends that you back up the data on your hard disk before restoring software Apple is not responsible for any lost data Installing Mac OS X To install Mac OS X Back
24. ations your product should be disposed of separately from household waste When this product reaches its end of life take it to a collection point designated by local authorities Some collection points accept products for free The separate collection and recycling of your product at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment Battery Disposal Information Dispose of batteries according to your local environmental laws and guidelines California The coin cell battery in the optional Apple Remote contains perchlorates Special handling and disposal may apply Refer to www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Deutschland Dieses Ger t enth lt Batterien Bitte nicht in den Hausm ll werfen Entsorgen Sie dieses Ger tes am Ende seines Lebenszyklus entsprechend der ma geblichen gesetzlichen Regelungen Nederlands Gebruikte batterijen kunnen worden ingeleverd bij de chemokar of in een speciale batterijcontainer voor klein chemisch afval kca worden gedeponeerd Taiwan m Ea AWAK Looking for Something 82 Index A AC plug 10 AC power adapter See power adapter AC power cord 10 adapter power See power adapter AirPort Extreme connecting wirelessly 11 problems 60 using 32 AppleCare 64 Apple Hardware Test 57 Apple Remote 33 application freeze 53 applications Front Row 21 32 iChat 21 iLife 32 63 Keynot
25. button for about 8 to 10 seconds Disconnect all external peripherals and try restarting by pressing the power button while holding down the Option key When your computer starts up click the hard disk icon and then click the right arrow After the computer starts up open System Preferences and click Startup Disk Select a local Mac OS X System folder If that doesn t work try using Disk Utility to repair the disk e Insert the Mac OS X Install DVD into your computer e Restart your computer and hold down the C key as it starts up e Choose Installer from the menu bar and then choose Open Disk Utility When Disk Utility opens follow the instructions in the First Aid pane to see if Disk Utility can repair the disk If using Disk Utility doesn t help you might need to reinstall your computer s system software See Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook Pro on page 62 Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution If your MacBook Pro doesn t turn on or start up Try the following suggestions in order until your computer turns on e Make sure the power adapter is plugged into the computer and into a functioning power outlet Be sure to use the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter that came with your MacBook Pro If the power adapter stops charging and you don t see the indicator light on the MagSafe connector turn on when you plug in the power cord try unplugging and replugging the power cord to reseat it or try another power outlet
26. ce Quit Applications dialog appears with the application selected Click Force Quit The application quits leaving all other applications open f you need to you can also restart the Finder from this dialog ext save your work in any open applications and restart the computer to make sure the problem is entirely cleared up f the problem occurs frequently choose Help gt Mac Help from the menu bar at the top of the screen Search for the word freeze to get help for times when the computer freezes or doesn t respond f the problem occurs only when you use a particular application check with the application s manufacturer to see if it s compatible with your computer To get support and contact information for the software that comes with your MacBook Pro go to www apple com guide If you know an application is compatible you might need to reinstall your computer s system software See Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook Pro on page 62 Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution 53 54 If your MacBook Pro freezes during startup or you see a flashing question mark or the screen is dark and the sleep indicator light is glowing steadily not in sleep The flashing question mark usually means that the computer can t find the system software on the hard disk or any disks attached to the computer e Wait a few seconds If the computer doesn t soon start up shut it down by pressing and holding the power
27. charge the battery to approximately 50 percent To maintain the capacity of the battery recharge the battery to 50 percent every six months or so Cleaning your MacBook Pro When cleaning the outside of your MacBook Pro and its components first shut down your MacBook Pro and unplug the power adapter Then use a damp soft lint free cloth to clean the computer s exterior Avoid getting moisture in any openings Do not spray liquid directly on the computer Do not use aerosol sprays solvents or abrasives that might damage the finish Cleaning your MacBook Pro screen To clean your MacBook Pro screen first shut down your MacBook Pro and unplug the power adapter Then dampen the included cleaning cloth with just water and wipe the screen Do not spray liquid directly on the screen Chapter 5 Last but Not Least 73 74 Understanding Ergonomics Here are some tips for setting up a healthy work environment Keyboard and Trackpad When you use the keyboard and trackpad your shoulders should be relaxed Your upper arm and forearm should form an angle that is slightly greater than a right angle with your wrist and hand in roughly a straight line OOOO0O0000000009 OQOOOOOOOOOOOOLI 20 00 O00 This Not this Use a light touch when typing or using the trackpad and keep your hands and fingers relaxed Avoid rolling your thumbs under your palms ooooo0o0000
28. ctly between the two computers or connecting both computers to the same network e Wirelessly directly between the two computers or with both computers on the same wireless network Before migrating use Software Update on your other Mac The other Mac should have one of these versions of Mac OS X software either Mac OS X v10 4 11 or Mac OS X v10 5 6 or later You can choose the items user accounts documents movies music photos and so on that you want to migrate to your MacBook Pro Important Don t use the other Mac for anything else until the migration is complete If you don t use Setup Assistant to transfer information when you first start up you can do it later using Migration Assistant If the connection is terminated during migration you can resume the migration at a later time using Migration Assistant on your MacBook Pro and your other Mac Go to the Applications folder open Utilities and double click Migration Assistant Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go Step 5 Menu bar Help menu Spotlight search icon System Preferences icon Chapter 1 15 You can quickly customize the desktop using System Preferences Choose Apple gt System Preferences from the menu bar or click the System Preferences icon in the Dock System Preferences is your command center for most settings on your MacBook Pro For more information open Mac Help and search for System Preferences or for the spec
29. e 21 Photo Booth 21 reinstalling 63 audio in port 25 audio out port 25 Looking for Something B battery disposal 80 general information 30 indicator lights 30 location 21 performance 30 storing 73 battery indicator lights 21 56 blinking question mark 54 brightness keys 23 built in battery 30 built in speakers 21 button power 12 21 c cable modem 11 camera See iSight carrying your computer 72 changing password 56 System Preferences 16 the desktop 16 checking memory 49 cleaning the screen 73 your computer 73 computer disposal 80 freezes 54 inventory 9 putting to sleep 16 shutting down 17 turning on 12 won t turn on 55 connecting to a network 11 Control click 27 controls See keys cord power 10 D Dashboard 23 desktop customizing 16 discs ejecting 57 software installation 62 supported types 72 Disk Utility 63 display See also screen external 25 disposing of batteries 80 disposing of your computer 80 Dock 31 downloading software 61 drive optical 21 DSL modem 11 E ejecting a disc 57 Energy Saver preferences conserving battery power 30 environmental impact 76 ergonomics 74 Ethernet connecting to 11 port 25 Expos key 23 ExpressCard slot 25 external display port 25 F F1 to F12 function keys 23 actory settings 62 Fast forward key 23 FireWire connections 33 port 25 flashing question mark 54 Force Quit 53 orward delete 27 our finger swiping 29 Front Row application 21 r
30. electing your language choose Utilities gt Open Disk Utility and then follow the instructions in the First Aid pane to see if Disk Utility can repair the disk Quit Mac OS X Installer If using Disk Utility doesn t help try reinstalling the MacBook Pro system software See Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook Pro on page 62 Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution 63 64 Learning More Service and Support Your MacBook Pro does not have any user serviceable parts except the hard drive and the memory If you need service contact Apple or take your MacBook Pro to an Apple Authorized Service Provider You can find more information about the MacBook Pro through online resources onscreen help System Profiler or Apple Hardware Test Online Resources For online service and support information go to www apple com support Choose your country from the pop up menu You can search the AppleCare Knowledge Base check for software updates or get help from Apple s discussion forums Onscreen Help You can look for answers to your questions as well as instructions and troubleshooting information in Mac Help Choose Help gt Mac Help System Profiler To get information about your MacBook Pro use System Profiler It shows you what hardware and software is installed the serial number and operating system version how much memory is installed and more To open System Profiler choose Apple gt About This Mac from
31. heir edges and do not touch the gold connectors 5 Insert the new memory module in the slot a Align the notch on the gold edge of the module with the notch in the lower memory slot b Tilt the card and push the memory into the slot c Use two fingers with firm even pressure to push down on the memory module You should hear a click when the memory is inserted correctly d Repeat to install an additional memory module in the top slot Press down on the module to make sure it is level Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 47 Notches 6 Follow the instructions for replacing the bottom case in step 10 on page 44 48 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro Making Sure Your MacBook Pro Recognizes the New Memory After installing additional memory in your MacBook Pro check whether the computer recognizes the new memory To check the computer s memory Start up your MacBook Pro When you see the Mac OS X desktop choose Apple from the menu bar and then choose About This Mac For a detailed breakdown of the amount of memory installed in your computer open System Profiler by clicking More Info and then click Memory If your MacBook Pro doesn t recognize the memory or doesn t start up correctly confirm that the memory you installed is compatible with your MacBook Pro and that it s installed correctly Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 49 Problem Meet Solution www apple com support Mac Help
32. ific preference you want to change Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you finish working with your MacBook Pro you can put it to sleep or shut it down Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep If you ll be away from your MacBook Pro for only a short time put it to sleep When the computer is in sleep you can quickly wake it and bypass the startup process To put your MacBook Pro to sleep do one of the following e Close the display Choose Apple gt Sleep from the menu bar e Press the power button and click Sleep in the dialog that appears e Choose Apple gt System Preferences click Energy Saver and set a sleep timer NOTICE Wait a few seconds until the sleep indicator light starts pulsing indicating that the computer is in sleep and the hard disk has stopped spinning before moving your MacBook Pro Moving your computer while the disk is spinning can damage the hard disk causing loss of data or the inability to start up from the hard disk Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go To wake your MacBook Pro If the display is closed simply open it to wake up your MacBook Pro If the display is already open press the power button or any key on the keyboard When your MacBook Pro wakes from sleep your applications documents and computer settings are exactly as you left them Shutting Down Your MacBook Pro If you aren t going to use your MacBook Pro for a couple of days or
33. ket in place Put the bracket aside in a safe place 5 Using the pull tab gently lift the drive out of the bay Bracket 40 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 6 Hold the drive by its sides and gently pull the connector on the right side of the drive to disconnect it Don t press the drive between your fingers and avoid touching the circuitry on the underside of the drive The connector is attached to a cable and remains in the hard disk drive bay Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 41 Important There are four 4 mounting screws on the sides of your hard disk drive If your replacement drive doesn t include mounting screws remove the ones from your old drive and mount them on the replacement drive before you install it Zu N 7 Attach the connector to the right side of the replacement drive Mounting screws 42 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 8 Insert the replacement drive at an angle making sure the mounting screws are seated properly 9 Replace the bracket and tighten the screws Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 43 44 10 Replace the bottom case Replace and tighten the ten screws you removed in step 2 in their proper locations making sure to insert the shorter screws at the angles shown in the illustration For information about installing Mac OS X and bundled applications see Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook Pro on page 62 Chapter 3 Boost Yo
34. longer it s best to shut it down The sleep indicator light goes on briefly during the shutdown process To shut down your MacBook Pro do one of the following Choose Apple gt Shut Down from the menu bar Press the power button and click Shut Down in the dialog that appears If you plan to store your MacBook Pro for an extended period of time see Important Handling Information on page 71 for information about how to prevent the battery from draining completely Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go 17 Life with Your MacBook Pro www apple com macosx GEIST vac OS x Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro iSight camera Camera indicator light Microphone Built in stereo speakers L Battery Be lights side fe A Trackpad Sleep eee Power button indicator light Infrared IR Security slot Slot loading receiver SuperDrive 20 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Built in iSight camera and indicator light Videoconference using the iChat application take pictures with Photo Booth or capture video with iMovie The indicator light glows when the camera is operating Built in microphone Capture sounds with the microphone located above the Esc key on your keyboard or talk with friends live over broadband using the included iChat application Built in stereo speakers Listen to music movies games and other multimedia files Built in battery and battery indicator lights Use battery p
35. network a DSL or cable modem or another computer The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn t require an Ethernet crossover cable One FireWire 800 port Connect high speed external devices such as digital video cameras and storage devices IOI Mini DisplayPort video out Connect to an external display or projection system that uses a DVI or VGA connector You can purchase adapters for supported video formats Three high speed USB Universal Serial Bus 2 0 ports Connect an iPod iPhone mouse keyboard printer disk drive digital camera joystick modem and more to your MacBook Pro 3 Audio in port Connect your MacBook Pro to a line level microphone or digital audio equipment QD Audio out port Connect external speakers headphones including iPhone or digital audio equipment ExpressCard 34 slot Expand the capabilities of your MacBook Pro with standard 34mm ExpressCards To eject an ExpressCard push gently on it to activate the spring and then remove it from the slot Note Adapters and other accessories are sold separately at www apple com store or your local Apple store Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 25 Using the Multi Touch Trackpad Use the trackpad to move the pointer and to perform a variety of Multi Touch gestures Unlike typical trackpads the entire MacBook Pro trackpad is a button and you can click anywhere on the trackpad To enable Multi Touch ge
36. ng lets you zoom in or out on PDFs images photos and more e Two finger rotating lets you rotate photos pages and more Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro e Three finger swiping lets you rapidly page through documents move to the previous or next photo and more e Four finger swiping works in the Finder and all applications Swiping four fingers to the left or right activates Application Switcher so you can cycle through open applications Swiping four fingers up or down causes Expos to show the desktop or display all open windows To enable or disable any of the gestures choose Apple gt System Preferences and then click Trackpad Click the checkboxes to turn the gestures on or off Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 29 30 Using the MacBook Pro Battery When the MagSafe power adapter isn t connected your MacBook Pro draws power from its built in battery The length of time that you can run your MacBook Pro varies depending on the applications you use and the external devices connected to your MacBook Pro Turning off features such as AirPort Extreme or Bluetooth wireless technology and reducing screen brightness can help conserve battery charge for example when you re traveling by air Many of your system preferences are automatically set to optimize battery life You can determine the charge remaining in the battery by looking at the eight battery level indicator lights on the left side of your M
37. ork address translation NAT or IP masquerading For setup information check the documentation provided with your router or ask the person who set up your network The AirPort base station can be used to share one IP address among multiple computers For information about using an AirPort base station check Mac Help or go to the AirPort Extreme website at www apple com support airport If you can t resolve the issue using these steps contact your ISP or network administrator Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication If you have trouble using AirPort Extreme wireless communication e Make sure the computer or network you are trying to connect to is running and has a wireless access point e Make sure you have properly configured the software according to the instructions that came with your base station or access point Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution i e Make sure you are within antenna range of the other computer or the network s access point Nearby electronic devices or metal structures can interfere with wireless communication and reduce this range Repositioning or rotating the computer might improve reception e Check the AirPort A status icon in the menu bar Up to four bars appear indicating signal strength If you don t see the bars try changing your location e See AirPort Help choose Help gt Mac Help and then choose Library gt AirPort Help from the menu bar Also see the instructions that c
38. ower when you are away from a power outlet Press the battery button to activate indicator lights that show the remaining battery charge Trackpad Click or double click anywhere on the trackpad Touch the trackpad with one or more fingers to move the pointer and use Multi Touch gestures described on page 26 Sleep indicator light A white light pulses when the MacBook Pro is in sleep Infrared IR receiver Use an Apple Remote available separately with the IR receiver to control Front Row and Keynote on your MacBook Pro from up to 30 feet 9 1 meters away Security slot Attach a lock and cable available separately to prevent theft Slot loading SuperDrive This optical drive reads and writes to standard size CDs and DVDs Power button Turn your MacBook Pro on and off or put it to sleep Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 21 22 Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro 3 Function fn b Bu 25 Expos Dashboard gt I Media amp Media x keys Eject key 9 Brightness 2 Keyboard illumination 4 Mute 4 Volume keys keys key keys Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Function fn Press and hold this key to activate customized actions assigned to the function keys F1 to F12 To learn how to customize function keys choose Help gt Mac Help from the menu bar and search for function keys Brightness
39. ozen application 53 unction fn key 23 H hand positions 75 headphone port 25 Help finding answers 31 high speed USB 25 iChat application 21 iLife applications 63 Infrared IR receiver 21 installation instructions 8 installing applications 63 Mac OS X 62 memory 45 Internet connecting to 11 connection problems 58 inventory of items 9 IP address sharing 60 IP masquerading 60 iSight video camera 21 K keyboard See also keys ergonomics 74 illumination keys 23 media keys 23 shortcuts 27 Keynote application 21 keys brightness 23 Dashboard 23 Expos 23 function fn 23 keyboard illumination 23 media 23 Media Eject 23 mute 23 volume 23 L lights battery 30 56 sleep indicator 21 M Mac Help 31 Mac OS X reinstalling 62 website 32 MagSafe power adapter See power adapter Media Eject key 23 media keys 23 memory checking 49 installing 45 specifications 45 microphone 21 migrating information 14 Migration Assistant 14 Looking for Something 83 84 Mini DisplayPort 25 modem 11 mouse 25 75 Multi Touch gestures 21 26 mute key 23 N network address translation NAT 60 connections 60 diagnostics 58 setup assistant 58 number serial 66 0 online resources 64 optical digital audio ports 25 optical drive about 21 supported disc sizes 72 P paging through documents using trackpad 29 password resetting 56 Photo Booth application 21 pinching to zoom 28 Play Pause ke
40. rences by choosing Apple gt System Preferences Or search for system preferences in Mac Help Using the trackpad Open System Preferences and click Trackpad Using the iSight camera Using the keyboard Mac Help and search for iSight Mac Help and search for keyboard Using AirPort Extreme wireless technology The AirPort Support page at www apple com support airport Or open Mac Help and search for AirPort Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro To learn about See Using Bluetooth wireless The Bluetooth Support page at www apple com support technology bluetooth Or open the Bluetooth File Exchange application located in the Utilities folder within the Applications folder and choose Help gt Bluetooth Help Caring for the battery Mac Help and search for battery Connecting a printer Mac Help and search for printing FireWire and USB connections Mac Help and search for FireWire or USB Connecting to the Internet Mac Help and search for Internet Connecting an external display Mac Help and search for display port Apple Remote Mac Help and search for remote Front Row Mac Help and search for Front Row Burning a CD or DVD Mac Help and search for burn disc Specifications The Specifications page at support apple com specs Or open System Profiler by choosing Apple gt About This Mac from the
41. rning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings e Turn the volume down if you can t hear people speaking near you High risk activities This computer system is not intended for use in the operation of nuclear facilities aircraft navigation or communications systems air traffic control systems or for any other uses where the failure of the computer system could lead to death personal injury or severe environmental damage 70 Chapter 5 Last but Not Least Laser Information for Optical Disc Drives WARNING Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified in your equipment s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure The optical disc drive in your computer contains a laser that is safe in normal use but that may be harmful to your eyes if disassembled For your safety have this equipment serviced only by an Apple Authorized Service Provider Important Handling Information NOTICE Failure to follow these handling instructions could result in damage to your MacBook Pro or other property Operating environment Operating your MacBook Pro outside these ranges may affect performance e Operating temperature 50 to 95 F 10 to 35 C e Storage temperature 4 to 113 F 20 to 45 C e Relative humidity 5 to 90 noncondensing e Operating altitude 0 to 10 000 feet 0 to 3048 meters Turning on your MacBook Pro Never turn on your MacBook Pro unless all of its in
42. s system software so the images shown in this book may be slightly different from what you see onscreen Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go What s in the Box 85W MagSafe Power Adapter AC power cord Setting Up Your MacBook Pro Your MacBook Pro is designed so that you can set it up quickly and start using it right away The following pages take you through the setup process including these tasks e Plugging in the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter e Connecting cables and accessing a network e Turning on your MacBook Pro and using the trackpad e Configuring a user account and other settings using Setup Assistant e Setting up the Mac OS X desktop and preferences Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go Important Remove the protective film around the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter before setting up your MacBook Pro Step 1 Plug In the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter to provide power to the MacBook Pro and charge the battery Make sure the AC plug is fully inserted into the power adapter and the electrical prongs on your AC plug are in their completely extended position Insert the AC plug of your power adapter into a power outlet and the MagSafe connector into the MagSafe power port As the MagSafe connector gets close to the port you ll feel a magnetic pull drawing it in MagSafe connector MagSafe power port LES AC power cord To extend the reach of your power adapter replace the AC plug with the AC power cord First pull the AC plug up to remove i
43. stures view instructional videos of the gestures and set other trackpad options choose Apple gt System Preferences and then click Trackpad Here are ways to use your MacBook Pro trackpad e Two finger scrolling lets you drag to scroll quickly up down or sideways in the active window This option is on by default You can also set the option to scroll with or without momentum If you scroll with momentum the screen continues to scroll a little longer after you lift your fingers from the trackpad which is helpful for navigating long documents and lists 26 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro e Secondary clicking or right clicking lets you access shortcut menu commands e To set up two finger secondary clicking anywhere on the trackpad select Secondary Click under the Two Fingers option in Trackpad preferences e To set up a one finger secondary click zone in the bottom left or right corner of the trackpad select Secondary Click under the One Finger option in Trackpad preferences Secondary click zone Note You can also secondary click by holding down the Control key while you click Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 27 28 The following trackpad gestures work in certain applications When you perform these gestures slide your fingers lightly on the surface of the trackpad For more information see Trackpad preferences or choose Help gt Mac Help and search for trackpad e Two finger pinchi
44. t from the adapter and then attach the included AC power cord to the adapter making sure it s seated firmly When disconnecting the power adapter from an outlet or from the computer pull the plug not the cord Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go When you first connect the power adapter to your MacBook Pro an indicator light on the MagSafe connector starts to glow An amber light indicates the battery is charging A green light indicates that the battery is fully charged If you don t see a light make sure the connector is seated properly and the power adapter is plugged in Step 2 Connect to a wireless or wired network e To use a wireless network with the built in AirPort Extreme technology make sure the wireless base station is turned on and that you know the name of the network After you turn on your MacBook Pro Setup Assistant guides you through the connection process For troubleshooting tips see page 60 e To use a wired connection connect one end of an Ethernet cable to your MacBook Pro and the other end to a cable modem DSL modem or network lt gt Gigabit Ethernet port 10 100 1000Base T Ethernet cable Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go 11 12 Step 3 Press the power button briefly to turn on your MacBook Pro You hear a tone when you turn on the computer It takes the MacBook Pro a few moments to start up After it starts up Setup Assistant opens automatically If your MacBook Pro doesn
45. t turn on see If your MacBook Pro doesn t turn on or start up on page 55 Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go Step 4 Configure your MacBook Pro with Setup Assistant The first time you turn on your MacBook Pro Setup Assistant starts Setup Assistant helps you enter your Internet and email information and set up a user account on your MacBook Pro If you already have a Mac Setup Assistant can help you automatically transfer files applications and other information from your previous Mac using an Ethernet or wireless connection See the next section Migrating Information to Your MacBook Pro for more information If you don t intend to keep or use your other Mac it s best to deauthorize it from playing music videos or audiobooks that you ve purchased from the iTunes Store Deauthorizing a computer prevents any songs videos or audiobooks you ve purchased from being played by someone else and frees up another authorization for use For information about deauthorizing choose iTunes Help from the Help menu in iTunes Chapter 1 Ready Set Up Go 13 Migrating Information to Your MacBook Pro You can follow the prompts in the Setup Assistant to migrate existing user accounts files applications and other information from another Mac computer You can do this with one of the following methods e Using a FireWire cable to connect the two computers together and transfer the information e Using an Ethernet cable connected dire
46. ternal and external parts are in place Operating the computer when parts are missing may be dangerous and may damage your computer Chapter 5 Last but Not Least 71 72 Carrying your MacBook Pro If you carry your MacBook Pro in a bag or briefcase make sure that there are no loose items such as paper clips or coins that could accidentally get inside the computer through vent openings or the optical drive slot or get stuck inside a port Also keep magnetically sensitive items away from the MagSafe power port Using connectors and ports Never force a connector into a port When connecting a device make sure the port is free of debris that the connector matches the port and that you have positioned the connector correctly in relation to the port Using the optical drive The SuperDrive in your MacBook Pro supports standard 12 cm 4 7 inch discs Irregularly shaped discs or discs smaller than 12 cm 4 7 inches are not supported Handling glass parts Your MacBook Pro contains glass components including the display and trackpad If they are damaged don t use your MacBook Pro until it has been repaired by an Apple Authorized Service Provider Chapter 5 Last but Not Least Storing your MacBook Pro If you are going to store your MacBook Pro for an extended period of time keep it in a cool location ideally 71 F or 22 C and discharge the battery to 50 percent or less When storing your MacBook Pro for longer than five months dis
47. the menu bar and then click More Info AppleCare Service and Support Your MacBook Pro comes with 90 days of technical support and one year of hardware repair warranty coverage at an Apple Store retail location or an Apple authorized repair center such as an Apple Authorized Service Provider You can extend your coverage by purchasing the AppleCare Protection Plan For information go to www apple com support products or the website for your country listed below Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution If you need assistance AppleCare telephone support representatives can help you with installing and opening applications and basic troubleshooting Call the support center number nearest you the first 90 days are complimentary Have the purchase date and your MacBook Pro serial number ready when you call Note Your 90 days of complimentary telephone support begins on the date of purchase Telephone fees may apply Country Phone Website United States 1 800 275 2273 www apple com support Australia 61 1 300 321 456 www apple com au support Canada English 1 800 263 3394 www apple com ca support French www apple com ca fr support Ireland 353 1850 946 191 www apple com ie support New Zealand 00800 7666 7666 www apple com nz support United Kingdom 44 0844 209 0611 www apple com uk support Telephone numbers are subject to change and local and national telephone rates may apply A complete list is available on the web
48. tooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference causing equipment regulations Cet appareil num rique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada 77 78 Industry Canada Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES 003 Class B specifications Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Bluetooth Europe EU Declaration of Conformity This wireless device complies with the R amp TTE Directive Europe EU Declaration of Conformity The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999 519 EC Council Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields 0 Hz to 300 GHz Hereby Apple Inc declares that this 802 11a b g n Mini PCle card is in compliance with the R amp TTE Directive Complies with European Low Voltage and EMC Directives See www apple com euro compliance ce Korea Warning Statements oa Felaule 23 8 Used lsg 2 O NE ara BAS AHAAA ASE ASC BE 71710188 48547171 01 JIE 7188 PEN BIS BE AAO ASt Singapore Wireless Certification Complies with IDA Standards DB00063 Taiwan Wireless Statements ARRI ERORE E E MEERE FA 5 25GHz 5 35GHz ERA REZ RRR ANS AB THIAR 5 250 5 350GHz SARIS AEA e a amp E ith A SR E HR
49. uld contact their network administrator rather than an ISP PPPoE Connections If you are unable to connect to your Internet service provider using PPPoE Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet make sure you have entered the correct information in Network preferences To check your Network preference settings Choose Apple gt System Preferences Click Network 3 Click Add at the bottom of the network connection services list and choose PPPoE from the Interface pop up menu Choose an Interface for the PPPoE service from the Ethernet pop up menu Choose Ethernet if you are connecting to a wired network or AirPort if you are connecting to a wireless network Enter the information you received from your service provider such as account name password and the PPPoE service name if your service provider requires it Click Apply to make the settings active Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution 59 60 Network Connections Make sure the Ethernet cable is plugged into your MacBook Pro and into the network Check the cables and power supplies to your Ethernet hubs and routers If you have two or more computers attempting to share an Internet connection be sure that your network is set up properly You need to know whether your ISP provides only one IP address or multiple IP addresses one for each computer If only one IP address is provided then you must have a router capable of sharing the connection also known as netw
50. up your important files Insert the Mac OS X Install DVD that came with your computer Double click Install Mac OS X Follow the onscreen instructions Note To restore Mac OS X on your MacBook Pro to the original factory settings you must first erase the volume you want to install on You can do this during installation using Disk Utility For instructions see the Knowledge Base article at support apple com kb ht3910 5 When the installation is complete click Restart to restart your computer 6 Follow the prompts in the Setup Assistant to set up your user account If you erase your hard disk during installation you need to reinstall your applications see the following section Chapter 4 Problem Meet Solution wu AeA WU N Reinstalling Applications If you erased your hard disk as part of reinstalling Mac OS X you must reinstall the applications that came with your MacBook Pro such as the iLife applications To install the applications that came with your MacBook Pro Back up your important files Insert the Applications Install DVD that came with your MacBook Pro Double click Install Bundled Software Follow the onscreen instructions When the installation is complete click Close Using Disk Utility You can use Disk Utility to repair verify or erase the MacBook Pro hard disk To use Disk Utility Insert the Mac OS X Install DVD that came with your computer 2 Double click Install Mac OS X After s
51. ur MacBook Pro Installing Additional Memory Your computer has two memory slots that you access by removing the bottom case Your MacBook Pro comes with a minimum of 4 gigabytes GB of 1066 MHz Double Data Rate DDR3 Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory SDRAM installed Each memory slot can accept an SDRAM module that meets the following specifications e Double Data Rate Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module DDR3 format e 30 mm 1 18 inches e 204 pin e 2 GB or 4 GB PC3 8500 DDR3 SO DIMM 1066 MHz Type RAM You can add two 4 GB memory modules for a maximum of 8 GB of memory For best performance fill both memory slots and install an identical memory module in each slot To install memory in your MacBook Pro Follow steps 1 through 3 beginning on page 37 Important When you remove the bottom case you expose ssensitive internal components Avoid touching anything other than the memory assembly when you remove or add memory Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 45 2 Push the levers on the sides of the memory module in an outward direction to release the module from the memory card slot The memory pops up at an angle Before removing it make sure you see the half circle notches If you don t try pressing the levers outward again 46 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 3 Hold the memory module by its notches and remove it from the slot 4 Remove the other memory module Important Hold the memory modules by t
52. y 23 ports on MacBook Pro 25 power adapter 25 plugging in 69 port 25 using 10 Looking for Something power button 12 21 power cord 10 PPPoE connections 59 preferences See System Preferences problems See troubleshooting putting your MacBook Pro to sleep 16 Q question mark flashing 54 R RAM See memory reinstalling software 62 resetting your password 56 Rewind key 23 right click 27 rotating objects using trackpad 28 S safety general safety instructions 68 power adapter 69 screen cleaning 73 goes black 56 scrolling with two fingers 26 SDRAM specifications 45 secondary click 27 secondary click zone 27 security slot 21 Serial ATA SATA hard drive 37 serial number finding 66 service and support 64 Setup Assistant 58 shutting down 17 sleep indicator light 21 mode 16 slot loading optical drive 21 software reinstalling 62 updating 61 Software Update 61 speakers 21 specifications 33 Startup Disk preferences 54 stopping an application 53 your computer 17 storing your computer 73 SuperDrive about 21 supported disc sizes 72 support 64 swiping to move quickly through documents 29 System Preferences customizing the desktop 16 Energy Saver 16 Software Update 61 Startup Disk 54 System Profiler 64 T three finger swiping 29 trackpad about 21 gestures 21 26 shortcuts 27 troubleshooting AirPort issues 60 AppleCare 64 battery indicator lights 56 computer freezes 5
53. your hard disk drive before removing and replacing it Apple is not responsible for any lost data To replace the hard disk drive in your MacBook Pro Shut down your MacBook Pro Disconnect the power adapter Ethernet cable USB cables security lock and any other cables connected to the MacBook Pro to prevent damaging the computer N WARNING The internal components of your MacBook Pro can be warm If you have been using your MacBook Pro wait 10 minutes after shutting down to let the internal components cool before continuing Turn over your MacBook Pro and remove the ten 10 screws that secure the bottom case Remove the shorter screws at the angles shown in the illustration Lift off the case and place it to the side Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 37 Important Because the screws are different lengths note the screw lengths and locations so you can replace the screws correctly Put them aside in a safe place Long i Tu 38 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro Important When you remove the bottom case you expose sensitive internal components Avoid touching anything other than the hard drive assembly when you remove or add a hard disk drive 3 Touch a metal surface inside the computer to discharge any static electricity from your body Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 39 4 Locate the bracket at the top of the drive Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the two captive screws that hold the brac

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