Apple MacBook Pro (17-inch, Early 2008 Specifications

Congratulations, you and your MacBook Prowere made for each other.

10 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Step 1: Plug In the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter to provide power to the MacBook Pro and charge the battery. Make s

Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 11 Note: When you first connect the power adapter to your MacBook Pro, an indicator light on the MagSafe connector

12 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Note: Your MacBook Pro also comes with AirPort Extreme technology for wireless networking. For information abou

Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 13 Step 4: Configure your MacBook Pro with Setup Assistant. The first time you turn on your MacBook Pro, Setup Assi

14 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Step 5: Customize the Mac OS X desktop and set preferences.Menu barSystem Preferences iconDockSpotlight search i

Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 15 You can quickly make the desktop look the way you want using System Preferences. Choose Apple ( ) > System Pr

16 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 displ

2 2 Life with Your MacBook Prowww.apple.com/macosxMac Help Mac OS X

18 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro® Power buttonSleepindicator lightBattery(underneath)TrackpadDispl

Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 19® Power button Turn your MacBook Pro on and off, or put it to sleep. Trackpad and trackpad button Move th

FinderBrowse the contentsof your computerusing Cover Flow.www.apple.com/macosxMac HelpfinderBuilt-in iSight cameraVideo chat with up to three friends

20 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Additional Features of Your MacBook Pro®Built-in stereospeakersCamera indicatorlightiSight cameraMicroph

Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 21Built-in iSight camera Videoconference with others using the included iChat application, take pictures wi

22 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro®VolumekeysBrightnesskeysMutekeyFunction(fn) keyKeyboard illuminati

Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 23Function (fn) key Press and hold this key to activate customized actions assigned to the function keys (F

24 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook ProPorts on Your MacBook ProDVI port£FireWire 800 portHFireWire400 portHSecurity slotLeft sideUSB 2.0 portdGiga

Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 25¯MagSafe power portPlug in the included 85W MagSafe Power Adapter to recharge the MacBook Pro battery.dHigh-

26 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook ProUsing the Trackpad and KeyboardUse the trackpad to move the cursor and to scroll, tap, double-tap, and drag.

Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 27Â Two-finger scrolling lets you drag to scroll quickly up, down, or sideways in the active window. This opti

28 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Two-finger rotating lets you rotate photos, pages, and more. Three-finger swiping lets you rapidly page t

Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 29You can determine the charge left in the battery by looking at the battery level indicator lights on the bat

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30 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook ProYou can also check the amount of battery charge left by viewing the Battery ( ) status icon in the menu bar.

Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 31Getting AnswersMuch more information about using your MacBook Pro is available in Mac Help on your computer

32 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook ProMore Information For more information about using your MacBook Pro, see the following:To learn about SeeInst

Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 33Using Bluetooth wireless technologyThe Bluetooth Support page at www.apple.com/support/bluetooth. Or open th

33 Boost Your Memorywww.apple.com/storeMac Help RAM

36 Chapter 3 Boost Your MemoryThis chapter provides information and instructions for installing additional memory and for removing and replacing th

Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 37Installing Additional MemoryInstalling memory involves removing and replacing the battery. The following procedure in

38 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory2 Turn over the MacBook Pro and locate the release latches on either side of the battery. Slide both latches up. The

Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 39Step 2: Install memory.1 Using a Phillips #00 screwdriver, unscrew the screws holding the memory door and remove it

40 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory2 Touch a metal surface inside the computer to discharge any static electricity from your body.

Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 413 If you need to remove a memory card that’s already installed in the slot, spread the tabs in the slot away from the

42 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory5 Gently spread the small tabs in the memory slot away from the notches and push the memory card down until the two s

Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 436 Insert any additional memory in the second slot.7 Replace the memory door and make sure it is lying flat before tig

44 Chapter 3 Boost Your MemoryStep 3: Replace the battery.1 Place the bottom edge of the battery in the battery compartment. Gently press the top

Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 45Making Sure Your MacBook Pro Recognizes the New MemoryAfter installing additional memory in your MacBook Pro, check w

44 Problem, Meet Solutionwww.apple.com/supportMac Help help

48 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionOccasionally you may have problems while working with your MacBook Pro. Read on to find some solutions to try wh

Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 49The application quits, leaving all other applications open.If you need to, you can also restart the Finder from

Contents 5 Contents Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, Go 9 What’s in the Box 9 Setting Up Your MacBook Pro 15 Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting

50 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionIf your MacBook Pro freezes during startup, or you see a flashing question mark, or the display is dark and the

Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 51If your MacBook Pro doesn’t turn on or start upTry the following suggestions in order until your computer turns

52 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionIf the display suddenly goes black or your MacBook Pro freezesTry restarting your MacBook Pro. 1 Unplug any devi

Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 53Using Apple Hardware TestIf you suspect a problem with the MacBook Pro hardware, you can use the Apple Hardware

54 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionIf you have trouble with your Internet connection, you can try the steps in this section for your type of connec

Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 55PPPoE Connections If you are unable to connect to your Internet service provider using PPPoE (Point to Point Pro

56 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionIf only one IP address is provided, then you must have a router capable of sharing the connection, also known as

Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 57Â See AirPort Help (choose Help > Mac Help, and then choose Library > AirPort Help from the menu bar). Als

58 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionReinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook ProUse the software installation discs that came with your

Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 59Learning More, Service, and SupportYour MacBook Pro does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the memory.

6 Contents 53 Using Apple Hardware Test 53 Problems with Your Internet Connection 56 Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication 57 Keeping

60 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 61Locating Your Product Serial NumberUse one of these methods to find your computer’s serial number:Â Choose Apple

55 Last, but Not Leastwww.apple.com/environmentMac Helpergonomics

64 Chapter 5 Last, but Not LeastFor your safety and that of your equipment, follow these rules for handling and cleaning your MacBook Pro and for w

Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 6585W MagSafe Power Adapter Make sure the AC plug or AC power cord is fully inserted into the power adapter before p

66 Chapter 5 Last, but Not LeastBattery Do not drop, disassemble, crush, incinerate, or expose the battery to temperatures above 212° F (100° C).

Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 67Laser Information for Optical Disc DrivesThe optical disc drive in your computer contains a laser that is safe in n

68 Chapter 5 Last, but Not LeastUsing the optical drive The SuperDrive in your MacBook Pro supports standard 12 cm (4.7 inch) discs. Irregularly s

Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 69Understanding ErgonomicsHere are some tips for setting up a healthy work environment.Keyboard and TrackpadWhen you

1 1 Ready, Set Up, Gowww.apple.com/macbookproMac Help Migration Assistant

70 Chapter 5 Last, but Not LeastChange hand positions often to avoid fatigue. Some computer users might develop discomfort in their hands, wrists,

Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 71Built-in DisplayAdjust the angle of the display to minimize glare and reflections from overhead lights and windows.

72Regulatory Compliance InformationCompliance StatementThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two c

73Responsible party (contact for FCC matters only): Apple Inc. Corporate Compliance 1 Infinite Loop, M/S 26-A Cupertino, CA 95014-2084Wireless Radio

74VCCI Class B StatementExternal USB Modem InformationWhen connecting your MacBook Pro to the phone line using an external USB modem, refer to the tel

75Disposal and Recycling InformationThis symbol indicates that your product must be disposed of properly according to local laws and regulations. When

Looking for Something?

78 Looking for Something?IndexAAC power adapter. See power adapterAirPort Extremeproblems 56using 32AppleCare 59Apple Hardware Test 53Apple Remote

Looking for Something? 79external modem 11FF1 to F12 function keys 23factory settings 58Fast-forward key 23FireWireconnections 33port 25flashing

8 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Your MacBook Pro is designed so that you can set it up quickly and start using it right away. If you have never us

80 Looking for Something?pinching to zoom 19, 27Play/Pause key 23ports on MacBook Pro 25power adapterplugging in 65port 25using 10power button

Looking for Something? 81computer won’t turn on 51display goes black 52ejecting a disc 52hardware problems 53Internet connection 53pointer won’t

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Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 9 What’s in the BoxSetting Up Your MacBook Pro Your MacBook Pro is designed so that you can set it up quickly and st