Congratulations, you and your MacBookwere made for each other.
10 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Step 1: Plug in the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter to provide power to the MacBook and charge the battery. Make sure
Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 11 When you connect the power adapter to your MacBook, an indicator light on the MagSafe connector starts to glow. A
12 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Step 3: Press the power (® ) button briefly to turn on your MacBook. You hear a tone when you turn on the comput
Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 13 Step 4: Configure your MacBook with Setup Assistant. The first time you turn on your MacBook, Setup Assistant st
14 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Migrating Information to Your MacBook You can follow the prompts in Setup Assistant to migrate existing user acco
Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 15 Step 5: Customize the Mac OS X desktop and set preferences.Menu barSystem Preferences iconDockSpotlight search i
16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go You can quickly make the desktop look the way you want using System Preferences. Choose Apple ( ) > System Pr
Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 17 To wake your MacBook: If the display is closed, simply open it to wake your MacBook. If the display is already
2 2 Life with Your MacBookwww.apple.com/macosxMac Help Mac OS X
Say hello to your MacBook.www.apple.com/macbookfinderFinderBrowse your files like you browse your music with Cover Flow.Mac HelpBuilt-in iSight camera a
20 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Basic Features of Your MacBook®® Power buttonCamera indicator lightiSight cameraStereospeakersMicrophoneSlee
Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 21Built-in iSight camera and camera indicator light Videoconference with others using iChat AV, take pictures w
22 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Keyboard Features of Your MacBook®Function (fn) keyescF1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12—C-VolumekeysBri
Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 23Function (fn) key Hold down this key to activate customized actions assigned to the function keys (F1 to F12)
24 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Ports on Your MacBook®¯GigabitEthernet portGAudioout portSecuritySlotfMiniDisplayPort£USB 2.0portsdMagSafe p
Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 25Note: Adapters and other accessories are sold separately at www.apple.com/store or your local Apple Store.¯Ma
26 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBookUsing the Multi-Touch TrackpadUse the trackpad to move the cursor and to perform a variety of Multi-Touch gestur
Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 27 Secondary clicking or “right-clicking” lets you access shortcut menu commands. To set up a one-finger seconda
28 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBookThe following trackpad gestures work in certain applications. When you perform these gestures, slide your finger
Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 29 Three-finger swiping lets you rapidly page through documents, move to the previous or next photo, and more. F
iLifewww.apple.com/ilifeTime MachineAutomatically back up and restore your files.Mac HelpSpotlightFind anything on your Mac.Mac Helptime machinespotlig
30 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBookUsing the MacBook Battery When the MagSafe power adapter isn’t connected, your MacBook draws power from its buil
Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 31Getting AnswersMuch more information about using your MacBook is available in Mac Help on your computer, and on
32 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBookMore InformationFor more information about using your MacBook, see the following:To learn about SeeInstalling me
Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 33Using Bluetooth wireless technologyThe Bluetooth Support page at www.apple.com/support/bluetooth. Or open the Bl
33 Boost Your MacBookwww.apple.com/storeMac Help RAM
36 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBookThis chapter provides information and instructions for upgrading the hard drive and installing additional memory in
Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook 37Replacing the Hard Disk DriveYou can upgrade the hard disk drive in your MacBook. When you open the back of your Mac
38 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBookImportant: The screws along the front edge are different from the screws along the back edge. Keep the two types se
Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook 39Important: When you remove the bottom case, you expose sensitive internal components. Avoid touching anything other
40 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook4 Locate the bracket at the top of the drive. Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the two captive screws that hold
Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook 416 Hold the drive by its sides and gently pull the connector on the right side of the drive to disconnect it.The conn
42 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBookImportant: There are four (4) mounting screws on the sides of your hard disk drive. If your replacement drive doesn
Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook 438 Insert the replacement drive at an angle, making sure the mounting screws are seated properly.9 Replace the bracke
44 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook10 Replace the bottom case. Grasp the case in the middle of each side, and push down first with one thumb and then t
Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook 4511 Replace and tighten the eight screws you removed in step 2, in their proper locations.For information about insta
46 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBookInstalling Additional MemoryYour computer has two memory slots that you access by removing the bottom case. Your Mac
Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook 472 Push the levers on the sides of the memory module in an outward direction to release the module from the memory ca
48 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook3 Hold the memory module by its notches and remove it from the slot. 4 Remove the other memory module.Important: Ho
Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook 49 Follow the instructions for replacing the bottom case in steps 10 and 11 on page 44 and page 45.Notches
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
50 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBookMaking Sure Your MacBook Recognizes the New MemoryAfter installing additional memory in your MacBook, check whether
44 Problem, Meet Solutionwww.apple.com/supportMac Help help
52 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionOccasionally, you may have problems while working with your MacBook. Read on for troubleshooting tips to try whe
Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 532 Click Force Quit.The application quits, leaving all other applications open.If you need to, you can also resta
54 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Wait a few seconds. If the computer doesn’t soon start up, shut it down by holding down the power (®) button f
Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 55Â If the problem persists, reset the MacBook power manager by disconnecting the power adapter and holding down t
56 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionIf an audio device plugged into the audio port isn’t workingUnplug the audio device. Choose Apple () > Syste
Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 573 When the Apple Hardware Test chooser screen appears, select the language you want to use.4 Press the Return ke
58 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionIf Network Diagnostics can’t resolve the problem, there may be a problem with the Internet service provider (ISP
Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 593 Click Add (+) at the bottom of the network connection services list, and choose PPPoE from the Interface pop-u
6 Contents 56 Using Apple Hardware Test 57 Problems with Your Internet Connection 60 Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication 60 Keeping
60 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionProblems with AirPort Extreme Wireless CommunicationIf you have trouble using AirPort Extreme wireless communica
Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 61To check for updated software:1 Open System Preferences. 2 Click the Software Update icon and follow the onscree
62 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionNote: To restore Mac OS X on your computer to the original factory settings, click Options in the “Select a Des
Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 63Learning More, S ervice, and SupportYour MacBook does not have any user-serviceable parts other than the battery
64 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionIf you need assistance, AppleCare telephone support representatives can help you with installing and opening app
Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 65Locating Your Product Serial NumberUse one of these methods to find your MacBook serial number:Â Turn over your
55 Last, but Not Leastwww.apple.com/environmentMac Helpergonomics
68 Chapter 5 Last, but Not LeastFor your safety and that of your equipment, follow these rules for handling and cleaning your MacBook and for worki
Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 69Water and wet locations Keep your MacBook away from sources of liquid, such as drinks, washbasins, bathtubs, showe
1 1 Ready, Set Up, Gowww.apple.com/macbookMac Help Migration Assistant
70 Chapter 5 Last, but Not LeastMagSafe power specifications: Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz, single phase Line Voltage: 100 to 240 V Output Voltage:
Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 71Laser Information for Optical Disc DrivesThe optical disc drive in your computer contains a laser that is safe in n
72 Chapter 5 Last, but Not LeastCarrying your MacBook If you carry your MacBook in a bag or briefcase, make sure that there are no loose items (su
Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 73Storing your MacBook If you are going to store your MacBook for an extended period of time, keep it in a cool loca
74 Chapter 5 Last, but Not LeastUnderstanding ErgonomicsHere are some tips for setting up a healthy work environment.Keyboard and TrackpadWhen you
Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 75Use a light touch when typing or using the trackpad and keep your hands and fingers relaxed. Avoid rolling your thu
76 Chapter 5 Last, but Not LeastYou might have to raise your chair so that your forearms and hands are at the proper angle to the keyboard. If this
77Regulatory Compliance InformationFCC Compliance StatementThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following t
78Responsible party (contact for FCC matters only): Apple Inc. Corporate Compliance1 Infinite Loop, MS 26-ACupertino, CA 95014Wireless Radio UseThis
79Taiwan Wireless StatementsTaiwan Class B StatementVCCI Class B StatementRussiaExternal USB Modem InformationWhen connecting your MacBook to the phon
8 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Your MacBook is designed so that you can set it up quickly and start using it right away. If you have never used a
80Disposal and Recycling InformationThis symbol indicates that your product must be disposed of properly according to local laws and regulations. Beca
81European Union—Disposal Information: The symbol above means that according to local laws and regulations your product should be disposed of separat
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84 Looking for Something?IndexAAC plug 10AC power adapter. See power adapterAC power cord 10adapter, power. See power adapterAirPort Extremeconnecti
Looking for Something? 85port 25Exposé key 23external display port 25FF1 to F12 function keys 23factory settings 62Fast-forward key 23flashing q
86 Looking for Something?RRAM. See memoryresetting your password 56Rewind key 23right click 27rotating objects using trackpad 28Ssafetygeneral saf
K Apple Inc.© 2009 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written c
Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 9 What’s in the BoxSetting Up Your MacBook Your MacBook is designed so that you can set it up quickly and start usin
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