Apple Macbook Pro MB470LL/A Specifications

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10 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Important: Remove the protective film around the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter before setting up your MacBook Pro.

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 To use a dial-up connection, you need the external Apple USB Modem, available from the online Apple Store at www

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 customize the desktop using System Preferences. Choose Apple ( ) > System Preferences from th

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

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18 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro®® Power buttonCamera indicator lightiSight cameraBuilt-in stereospeak

Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 19Built-in iSight camera and indicator light Videoconference using the iChat application, take pictures wit

Say hello to your MacBook Pro.www.apple.com/macbookprofinderPinch andexpandClick anywhere RotateScroll SwipeMulti-Touch trackpadScroll through files,

20 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro®Function (fn) keyescF1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12—C-Volum

Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 21Function (fn) key Press and hold this key to activate customized actions assigned to the function keys (F

22 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook ProPorts on Your MacBook Pro®¯Gigabit Ethernetport (10/100/1000Base-T)GHeadphoneout/opticaldigital audioout por

Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 23Note: Adapters and other accessories are sold separately at www.apple.com/store.¯MagSafe power portPlug in

24 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook ProUsing the Multi-Touch TrackpadUse the trackpad to move the cursor and to perform a variety of Multi-Touch ge

Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 25 Secondary clicking or “right-clicking” lets you access shortcut menu commands. To set up a one-finger sec

26 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook ProThe following trackpad gestures work in certain applications. When you perform these gestures, slide your fi

Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 27Â Three-finger swipe lets you rapidly page through documents, move to the previous or next photo, and more.Â

28 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook ProUsing the MacBook Pro Battery When the MagSafe power adapter isn’t connected, your MacBook Pro draws power f

Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 29You can also check the amount of battery charge remaining by viewing the Battery ( ) status icon in the menu

Mac OS X Leopardwww.apple.com/macosxiLife ’08www.apple.com/ilifeiPhotoShare photos on the web or create books,cards, and calendars.iPhoto HelpGarageBa

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

Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro 31More Information For more information about using your MacBook Pro, see the following:To learn about SeeInst

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

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34 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook ProThis chapter provides information and instructions for replacing the battery, upgrading the hard disk drive, and

Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 352 Turn over your MacBook Pro and locate the latch. Push down to release the latch, and remove the access door th

36 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro3 With the latch still in its open position, gently pull up on the tab to remove the battery.You now have access

Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 375 Replace the access door, making sure it is level with the bottom case of your MacBook Pro, and press the latch

38 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook ProReplacing the Hard Disk DriveYou can upgrade the hard disk drive in your MacBook Pro. The hard disk drive is loc

Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 393 Locate the bracket at the top of the drive. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to loosen the captive screw that h

40 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro5 Hold the drive by its sides while you gently pull the connector on the left side of the drive to disconnect it

Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 417 Insert the replacement drive at an angle, making sure the mounting screws are seated properly.8 Replace the br

42 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook ProInstalling Additional MemoryYour computer has two memory slots that you access by removing the battery and botto

Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 43Important: Because the screws are different lengths, note the screw lengths and locations so you can replace th

44 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook ProImportant: When you remove the bottom case, you expose sensitive internal components. Avoid touching anything o

Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 454 Push the ejection levers on the sides of the memory module in an outward direction to release the module from

46 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro7 Insert the new memory module in the slot:a Align the notch on the gold edge of the module with the notch in th

Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 47Notches

48 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro8 Replace the bottom case. Replace and tighten the eight screws, making sure to put the different length screws

Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 49Making Sure Your MacBook Pro Recognizes the New MemoryAfter installing additional memory in your MacBook Pro, ch

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

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52 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionOccasionally you may have problems while working with your MacBook Pro. Read on for troubleshooting tips to try

Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 53Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook ProIf your MacBook Pro doesn’t respond or the pointer doesn’t

54 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 55If your MacBook Pro doesn’t turn on or start upTry the following suggestions in order until your computer turns

56 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 572 Choose Utilities > Reset Password from the menu bar and follow the onscreen instructions.If you have troubl

58 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionIf this procedure doesn’t work, you can insert the Applications Install DVD to use Apple Hardware Test. For more

Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 59Turn the modem off and on and reset the modem hardwareTurn off your DSL or cable modem for a few minutes, and th

6 Contents 57 Using Apple Hardware Test 58 Problems with Your Internet Connection 60 Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication 61 Keeping

60 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionNetwork ConnectionsMake sure the Ethernet cable is plugged into your MacBook Pro and into the network. Check the

Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 61Â Make sure you are within antenna range of the other computer or the network’s access point. Nearby electronic

62 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 63Installing ApplicationsIf you reinstall Mac OS X on your computer and select the “Erase and Install” option, you

64 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionSystem ProfilerTo get information about your MacBook Pro, use System Profiler. It shows you what hardware and so

Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 65Telephone numbers are subject to change, and local and national telephone rates may apply. A complete list is av

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68 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 6985W MagSafe Power Adapter Make sure the AC plug or AC power cord is fully inserted into the power adapter before p

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

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 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 73Understanding ErgonomicsHere are some tips for setting up a healthy work environment.Keyboard and TrackpadWhen you

74 Chapter 5 Last, but Not LeastUse a light touch when typing or using the trackpad and keep your hands and fingers relaxed. Avoid rolling your thu

Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 75You might have to raise your chair so that your forearms and hands are at the proper angle to the keyboard. If this

76Regulatory Compliance InformationCompliance StatementThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two c

77Responsible party (contact for FCC matters only): Apple Inc. Corporate Compliance 1 Infinite Loop, M/S 26-A Cupertino, CA 95014-2084Wireless Radio

78Taiwan Class B StatementVCCI Class B StatementExternal USB Modem InformationWhen connecting your MacBook Pro to the phone line using an external USB

79Disposal and Recycling InformationThis symbol indicates that your product must be disposed of properly according to local laws and regulations. When

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

Taiwan:European Union—Disposal Information: The symbol above means that according to local laws and regulations your product should be disposed of se

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82 Looking for Something?IndexAAC plug 10AC power adapter. See power adapterAC power cord 10adapter, power.See power adapterAirPort Extremeconnectin

Looking for Something? 83Eejecting a disc 57Energy Saver preferencesconserving battery power 29graphics processors 28environmental impact 75ergono

84 Looking for Something?Migration Assistant 13Mini DisplayPort 23modem 11mouse 23, 74Multi-Touch gestures 19mute key 21Nnetwork address transla

Looking for Something? 85Startup Disk preferences 54stoppingan application 53your computer 16storing your computer 72SuperDriveabout 19supported

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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