Apple MB062B MacBook Manual

Apple MB062B - MacBook - Core 2 Duo 2.16 GHz Manual

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    Congratulations, you and your MacBook were made for each other.
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    camera Video chat with up to three friends anywhere in the world at the same time. www.apple.com/macbook Mac Help isight Finder Browse the contents of your computer using Cover Flow. www.apple.com/macosx Mac Help finder Time Machine Automatically back up your files to an external hard drive. www
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    all your video in one library. Create and share movies in minutes. www.apple.com/ilife/imovie iMovie Help movie iPhoto Organize all your photos with Events. Publish to a Web Gallery with a click. www.apple.com/ilife/iphoto iPhoto Help photo GarageBand Create music by adding musicians to a virtual
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    Keyboard 27 Using the MacBook Battery 29 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory 35 Installing Additional Memory 42 Making Sure Your MacBook Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 44 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook 48 Using Apple Hardware Test Contents 5
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    with Your Internet Connection 52 Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication 52 Keeping Your Software Up to Date 53 Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook 54 Learning More, Service, and Support 56 Locating Your Product Serial Number Chapter 5: Last, but Not Least 58 Important
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    1 Ready, Set Up, Go 1 www.apple.com/macbook Mac Help Migration Assistant
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    a MacBook or are new to Macintosh computers, read this chapter for help getting started. Important: Read all the installation instructions (and MacBook. Many answers to questions can be found on your computer in Mac Help. For information about getting Mac Help, see "Getting Answers" on page 29. Apple
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    MENU AC plug 60W MagSafe Power Adapter Apple Remote AC power cord Setting Up Your MacBook Your MacBook is designed so that you can set Power Adapter  Connecting cables and accessing a network  Turning on your MacBook and using the trackpad  Configuring a user account and other settings using
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    Step 1: Plug in the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter to provide power to the MacBook 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
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    cable To use a dial-up connection, you need the external Apple USB Modem, available for purchase from the online Apple Store at www.apple.com/store or from an Apple Authorized Reseller. Plug the Apple USB Modem into a USB port on your MacBook, and then connect a phone cord (not included) from the
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    Help > Mac Help, and then search for "AirPort." See "Getting Answers" on page 29. Step 3: Press the power (®) button briefly to turn on your MacBook. You hear a tone when you turn on the computer. ® Power button Trackpad Trackpad button It takes the computer a few moments to start up. After it
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    Setup Assistant helps you enter your Internet and email information and set up a user account on your MacBook. If you already have a Mac, Setup Assistant can help you automatically transfer files, applications, and open Utilities, and double-click Migration Assistant. Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 13
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    Step 5: Customize the Mac OS X desktop and set preferences. Menu bar Help menu Spotlight search icon Finder icon Dock System Preferences icon 14 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go
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    to sleep. When the computer is in sleep, you can quickly wake it and bypass the startup process. To put your MacBook to sleep, do one of the following: Â Close the display. Â Choose Apple () > Sleep from the menu bar. Â Press the power (®) button and click Sleep in the dialog that appears. Â Choose
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    : Â Choose Apple () > Shut Down from the menu bar. Â Press the power (®) button and click Shut Down in the dialog that appears. If you plan to store your MacBook for an extended period of time, see "Important Handling Information" on page 61 for information about how to prevent your battery from
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    2 Life with Your MacBook 2 www.apple.com/macosx Mac Help Mac OS X
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    Apple website at www.apple.com has links to the latest Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware for your MacBook. You can also find the manuals for many Apple products and technical support for all Apple products on the Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support
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    Basic Features of Your MacBook Microphone iSight camera Camera indicator light Stereo speakers ®? Battery (underneath) Trackpad Trackpad button Sleep indicator light Slot-loading optical drive Infrared (IR) receiver ® Power button 20 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook
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    games, and multimedia files. Battery Run the MacBook using battery power when you are away from a power outlet. Removing the battery gives you access to the memory in your MacBook MacBook on or off, or put it to sleep. Hold down to restart your MacBook during troubleshooting. Chapter 2 Life with Your
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    Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Function (fn) key Exposé Dashboard Media controls C Media Eject key esc F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 Brightness controls Standard function keys - Mute control - Volume controls 22 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook
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    key Hold down this key to eject a disc. You can also eject a disc by dragging its desktop icon to the Trash. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 23
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    Ports on Your MacBook G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/ 1000Base-T) , Audio in/ optical digital audio in port Security slot ¯ MagSafe power port £ Mini-DVI H FireWire d USB 2.0 port 400 port ports f Headphone out/optical digital audio out port 24 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook
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    in the included 60W MagSafe Power Adapter to recharge the MacBook battery. G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Connect to VGA adapter, or a Mini-DVI to Video adapter, all sold separately at www.apple.com/store. H FireWire 400 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as digital video
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    your finger, the farther the pointer moves. To fine-tune the tracking speed in System Preferences, choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Keyboard & Mouse, and then click Trackpad. Here are some useful trackpad and (fn) key while you press the Delete key. 26 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook
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    button next to the lights, and the lights glow briefly to show how much charge is left in the battery. You can check the charge with the battery in or out of the MacBook. Important: If only one indicator light is on, very little charge is left. If no lights are on, the
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    adjust your Energy Saver settings. For more information about battery conservation and performance tips, go to www.apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. Charging the Battery When the power adapter that came with your MacBook is connected, the battery recharges whether the computer is on, off, or in
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    available in Mac Help and on the Internet at www.apple.com/support/macbook. To get Mac Help: 1 Click the Finder icon in the Dock (the bar of icons along the edge of the screen). Help). 3 Click in the search field, type a question, and press Return on the keyboard. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook 29
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    MacBook, see the following: To learn about Installing memory Troubleshooting your MacBook if you have a problem Finding service and support for your MacBook type a question in the search field. Open System Preferences by choosing Apple (K) > System Preferences. Or search for "system preferences" in
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    Search for "Front Row" in Mac Help. Burning a CD or DVD Search for "burn disc" in Mac Help. Specifications The Specifications page at www.apple.com/support/specs. Or open System Profiler by choosing Apple (K) > About This Mac from the menu bar, and then click More Info. Chapter 2 Life with Your
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    3 Boost Your Memory 3 www.apple.com/store Mac Help RAM
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    inch or smaller  512 MB, 1 GB, or 2 GB  200-pin  PC2-5300 DDR2 667 MHz Type RAM For best performance, fill both memory slots and install an identical memory module in each slot. WARNING: Apple recommends that you have an Apple-certified technician install memory. Consult the service and support
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    Memory Installing memory involves removing and replacing the battery. The following procedure includes instructions for removing the battery, adding memory, and replacing the battery. Step 1: Remove the battery. 1 Shut down your MacBook. Disconnect the power adapter, Ethernet cable, and any
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    . Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn clockwise to unlock the battery, and gently remove it. Á ¥ Á ¥ WARNING: The internal components of your MacBook can be warm. If you have been using your MacBook, wait 10 minutes after shutting down to let the internal components cool before continuing
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    Step 2: Install memory. 1 Loosen the three captive screws that secure the L-bracket, pull out the long end first to remove the bracket, and place it to the side. Levers on the memory slots spring out when you remove the bracket. Loosen the 3 screws Á ¥ Pull this side out 2 Touch a metal surface
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    3 To remove a memory module installed in a slot, move the lever all the way to the left in one swift motion until the edge of the memory module pops out. Pull out the memory module. Repeat to remove the other memory module. Levers Á ¥ 38 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory
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    4 Insert the new memory modules in the slots: a Insert the gold edge first, with the notch on the left side. b Use two fingers with firm, even pressure to push in the memory modules. You should hear a click when the memory is inserted correctly. Note: The new memory module may have some residue on
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    5 Replace the L-bracket by inserting the short end first and tightening the screws. Insert this end first Tighten the 3 screws Á ¥ 40 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory
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    . 1 Place the right side of the battery into the battery compartment. Gently press the left side of the battery down. Use a coin to turn the latch a quarter turn counterclockwise to lock the battery into place. Á ¥ Á ¥ 2 Reconnect the power adapter and any other cables that were attached. Chapter
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    , check whether the computer recognizes the new memory. To check the computer's memory: 1 Start up your MacBook. 2 When you see the Mac OS X desktop, choose Apple () > About This Mac. For a detailed breakdown of the memory installed in your computer, open System Profiler by clicking More Info
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    4 Problem, Meet Solution 4 www.apple.com/support Mac Help help
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    on to find some solutions to try when you have a problem. You can also find more troubleshooting information in Mac Help and on the MacBook Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbook. If you experience a problem with your MacBook, there is usually a simple and quick solution. Think about the
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    doesn't respond. If the problem occurs only when you use a particular application, check with the application's manufacturer to see if it is compatible with your computer. To get support and contact information for the software that came with your MacBook, go to www.apple.com/guide. If you know an
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    , follow the instructions in the First MacBook. battery. You should see one to four lights indicating the battery's level of charge. If a single indicator light is flashing, allow the power adapter to charge the battery at least until that indicator light is glowing continuously. 46 Chapter 4 Problem
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    This resets the parameter RAM (PRAM). Â If you still can't start up your MacBook, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 54 for information about contacting Apple for service. If the screen suddenly goes black or your MacBook freezes Try restarting your MacBook. 1 Unplug any devices that
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    the onscreen instructions. If you have trouble ejecting a disc  Quit any applications that might be using the disc and try again.  If this doesn't work, restart the computer while holding down the trackpad button. Using Apple Hardware Test If you suspect a problem with the MacBook hardware, you
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    Diagnostics: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 2 Click Network and then click "Assist me." 3 Click Diagnostics to open Network Diagnostics. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. If Network Diagnostics can't resolve the problem, there may be a problem with the Internet service provider (ISP) you
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    after you turn the power off and on. Important: Instructions that refer to modems do not apply to LAN users. unable to connect to your Internet service provider using PPPoE (Point to Point Apple () > System Preferences. 2 Click Network. 3 Click Add (+) at the bottom of the network connection services
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    service name (if your service provider requires it). 6 Click Apply to make the settings active. Network Connections Make sure the Ethernet cable is plugged into your MacBook Station, check Mac Help or visit the Apple AirPort website at www.apple.com/support/airport. If you cannot resolve the issue
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    trouble using AirPort Extreme wireless communication: Â Make sure the computer or network you are trying to connect to is running and has a wireless access point. Â Make sure you have properly configured the software according to the instructions and other enhancements from Apple. When you are
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    instructions. Â For more information, search for "Software Update" in Mac Help. Â For the latest information about Mac OS X, go to www.apple.com/macosx. Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook , double-click Install Mac OS X and Bundled Software. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 53
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    the Installer, and then select "Erase and Install." Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the memory. If you need service, contact Apple or take your MacBook to an Apple Authorized Service Provider. You can find more information about the
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    and then click More Info. AppleCare Service and Support Your MacBook 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 (AASP). You can extend
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    (44) 0870 876 0753 Website www.apple.com/ie/support www.apple.com/nz/support www.apple.com/uk/support Telephone numbers are subject to change, and battery and view the serial number for your MacBook in the battery bay. For information about removing the battery, see page 35. 56 Chapter 4 Problem
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    5 Last, but Not Least 5 www.apple.com/environment Mac Help ergonomics
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    by you and others. Important Safety Information WARNING: Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, or other injury or damage. Avoiding water and wet locations Keep your MacBook away from sources of liquid, such as drinks, washbasins, bathtubs, shower stalls
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    came with your MacBook, or an Apple-authorized power adapter 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
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    to temperatures above 212° F (100° C). Stop using the battery if it appears damaged in any way. Replace the battery only with an Apple-authorized battery for this product. Dispose of used batteries promptly according to your local environmental guidelines. Avoiding hearing damage Permanent hearing
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    in your equipment's manual may result in hazardous 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 or other property. Turning on your MacBook Never turn on your MacBook
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    or discs smaller than 12 cm (4.7 inches) are not supported and can become lodged in the drive. Storing your MacBook If you are going to store your MacBook 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. When storing your
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    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
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    . 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. 64 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least
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    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
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    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 consult an Apple Authorized Service Provider or Apple. See the service and support information that came with your Apple product.
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    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-PCIe card is in compliance with the R&TTE Directive. Complies with European Low Voltage and EMC Directives
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    Class B Statement Russia External USB Modem Information When connecting your MacBook to the phone line using an external USB modem, refer to documentation that came with your modem. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Apple has determined that standard configurations of this product meet the ENERGY STAR®
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    your product reaches its end of life, contact Apple or your local authorities to learn about recycling options. For information about Apple's recycling program, go to www.apple.com/environment/recycling. Battery Disposal Information Dispose of batteries according to your local environmental laws and
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    Taiwan: European Union-Disposal Information: The symbol above means that according to local laws and regulations 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
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    AirPort Extreme troubleshooting 52 AppleCare 55 Apple Hardware Test 48 Apple Remote 21, 31 application freeze 44 applications Front Row 21, 31 iChat AV 21 iLife '08 30 Keynote 21 audio line in port 25 B battery software installation 53 supported 62 display cleaning
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    receiver (IR) 21 installation instructions memory 35, 37 overview 23 Media Eject 23 L lights battery 27 sleep indicator 21 M Mac supported disc size 62 P password, resetting 48 Play/pause key 23 plug, AC 10 ports on MacBook 25 power adapter plugging in 59 port 25 using 10 power button 12, 21 problems
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    21 trackpad shortcuts 26 troubleshooting AirPort 52 AppleCare 55 computer freezes 45 computer won't turn on 46 ejecting a disc 48 hardware problems 48 pointer won't move 44 screen goes black 47 service and support 54 using Mac Help 54 See also problems turning on your MacBook 12 typing position 63
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    MacBook, Macintosh, Mac OS, MagSafe and SuperDrive are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Cover Flow, Finder, the FireWire logo, iPhone, iWeb, Safari, and Spotlight are trademarks of Apple Inc. AppleCare and Apple Store are service marks of Apple manual
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