Apple MC233LL User Manual
Apple MC233LL - MacBook Air - Core 2 Duo 1.86 GHz Manual
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Congratulations, you and your MacBook Air were made for each other. - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 2
anywhere in the world at the same time. www.apple.com/macbookair 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 extra hard drive. www.apple.com/macosx Mac Help time machine - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 3
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 - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 4
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Your MacBook Air 28 Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Air 30 Ports on Your MacBook Air 32 Using the Trackpad and Keyboard 34 Running Your MacBook Air on Battery Power 35 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Problem, Meet Solution 40 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook Air 44 Using Apple Hardware - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 6
Mac OS X 49 Reinstalling Software Using the MacBook Air SuperDrive 51 Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication 51 Problems with Your Internet Connection 53 Keeping Your Software Up to Date 53 Learning More, Service, and Support 56 Locating Your Product Serial Number Chapter 4: Last - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 7
1 Ready, Set Up, Go 1 www.apple.com/macbookair Mac Help Migration Assistant - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 8
know you will primarily be downloading applications and content from the Internet and not migrating information from another Mac, you can follow the basic instructions to set up your MacBook Air quickly. Â If you want to migrate information from another Mac or get content from CDs or DVDs onto your - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 9
cord Important: Remove the protective film covering the 45W MagSafe Power Adapter before setting up your MacBook Air. About Optical Discs Although your MacBook Air doesn't have an optical disc drive, it does include DVD discs with important software. You can easily access this software, as well - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 10
settings  Setting up the Mac OS X desktop and preferences Step 1: Plug in the 45W MagSafe Power Adapter to provide power to the MacBook Air and charge the battery. Insert the AC plug of your power adapter into a power outlet and the MagSafe connector into the MagSafe power port, located on the - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 11
not the cord. When you first connect the power adapter to your MacBook Air, an indicator light on the MagSafe connector starts to glow. An amber light indicates that 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 - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 12
Step 2: Press the power (®) button briefly to turn on your MacBook Air. You will hear a tone when you turn on the computer. ® Power button Assistant opens automatically. If your computer doesn't turn on, see "If your MacBook Air doesn't turn on or start up" on page 42. 12 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 13
set up your MacBook Air: 1 In the Setup Assistant, follow the onscreen instructions until you get drive to partner with (see "Setting Up DVD or CD Sharing" on page 15). Then go to page 16, "Migrating Information to Your MacBook Air." Note: If you've already started Setup Assistant on your MacBook Air - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 14
desktop look the way you want using System Preferences. Choose Apple () > 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 Air. Menu bar Help menu Spotlight search icon Dock Finder - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 15
Up DVD or CD Sharing You can partner your MacBook Air with another Mac or Windows computer that has an optical disc drive and is on the same wired or wireless network. Use this other computer to: Â Migrate information to your MacBook Air, if the other computer is a Mac (see "Migrating Information - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 16
the other Mac screen to see what wireless network you're connected to. Choose the same network for your MacBook Air during setup. 2 On your MacBook Air, follow the Setup Assistant onscreen instructions until you get to the "Do You Already Own a Mac?" screen. Select "from another Mac" as the source - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 17
3 When you see the Connect To Your Other Mac screen with a passcode displayed, do the remaining steps on the other Mac. You will enter the passcode in Migration Assistant on the other Mac. 4 On the other Mac, open Migration Assistant (located in /Applications/Utilities/), and then click Continue. 5 - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 18
7 On the other Mac, enter the six-digit passcode displayed in Setup Assistant on your MacBook Air. 8 Click Continue to start the migration. Important: Don't use the other Mac for anything else until the migration is complete. 18 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 19
the MacBook Air SuperDrive (an external USB optical disc drive available separately at www.apple.com/store) to the USB port on your MacBook Air, and that your MacBook Air can share the discs you insert into the optical disc drive of the other computer. Some discs, such as DVD movies and game discs, - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 20
or CD Sharing" in the Service list. If you want other users to request permission to share a DVD or CD, select "Ask me before allowing others to use my DVD drive." To enable DVD or CD Sharing, if your other computer is a Windows computer: 1 Make sure your MacBook Air and the Windows computer are - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 21
to share a DVD or CD, select "Ask me before allowing others to use my DVD drive." To use a shared DVD or CD: 1 On the other computer, insert a DVD or CD into the optical disc drive. 2 On your MacBook Air, select the Remote Disc when it appears under Devices in the Finder sidebar. If you - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 22
Apple () > System Preferences, click Energy Saver, and set a sleep timer. NOTICE: Wait a few seconds until the sleep indicator light on the front of your MacBook Air starts pulsing (indicating that the computer is in sleep and the hard disk has stopped spinning) before you move your MacBook Air - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 23
 Choose Apple () > 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 Air for an extended period of time, see "Important Handling Information" on page 60 for information about how to prevent your battery from - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 24
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2 Life with Your MacBook Air 2 www.apple.com/macosx Mac Help Mac OS X - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 26
Basic Features of Your MacBook Air Ambient light sensor iSight camera Camera indicator light Microphone Mono speaker (under keyboard) Battery (built-in) Trackpad Trackpad button Sleep indicator light Infrared (IR) receiver ® ® Power button 26 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Air - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 27
Apple Remote (sold separately at www.apple.com/store) with the IR receiver to control Front Row and Keynote on your MacBook Air. ® Power button Turn your MacBook Air on or off, or put it to sleep. Press and hold to restart your MacBook Air during troubleshooting. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Air - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 28
Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Air ® Function (fn) key Exposé Dashboard ' Media keys C Media Eject key esc F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 Brightness keys Keyboard illumination keys - Mute key - Volume keys 28 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Air - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 29
keys (F1, F2) Increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the brightness of your MacBook Air display. Exposé All Windows key (F3) Open Exposé for quick access to all hold this key to eject a disc from a MacBook Air SuperDrive (available separately at www.apple.com/store). You can also eject a disc by dragging - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 30
Ports on Your MacBook Air ® Port hatch f Headphone jack ¯ MagSafe power port d USB 2.0 port £ Micro-DVI port 30 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Air - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 31
use the included Micro-DVI to DVI Adapter or Micro-DVI to VGA Adapter. The Micro-DVI to Video Adapter, which provides composite and S-video support, is sold separately at www.apple.com/store. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Air 31 - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 32
the farther the pointer moves. To fine-tune the tracking speed and set other trackpad options, choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Keyboard & Mouse, and then click Trackpad. Here are some useful keyboard by holding down the Control key while you click. 32 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Air - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 33
information, choose Help > Mac Help and search for "trackpad." Â Two-finger pinching lets you zoom in or out on PDFs, images, photos, and more. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Air 33 - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 34
is off or in sleep. You can determine whether the battery needs charging by looking at the indicator light on the MagSafe connector. If the light is glowing amber, the battery needs to be charged. If the light is glowing green, the battery is fully charged. 34 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Air - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 35
apple.com/batteries/notebooks.html. Important: The battery is replaceable only by an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Getting Answers Much more information about using your MacBook Air is available in Mac Help and on the Internet at www.apple.com/support . Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Air 35 - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 36
Do this Troubleshooting your MacBook Air if you have a problem See Chapter 3, "Problem, Meet Solution," on page 39. Finding service and support See "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 53. Or go to the for your MacBook Air Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbookair - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 37
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. Go to the Apple website at www.apple.com. Go to the Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support. Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Air - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 38
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3 Problem, Meet Solution 3 www.apple.com/support Mac Help help - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 40
problem. You can also find more troubleshooting information in Mac Help and on the MacBook Air Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbookair. If you experience a problem with your MacBook Air using when the problem occurred. Problems that occur only with a specific application might indicate - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 41
'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 Air, go to www.apple.com/guide. If you know an - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 42
up, click the hard disk icon, and MacBook Air on Battery Power" on page 34. Â If the problem persists, return the computer to its factory settings by pressing the left Shift key, left Option (alt) key, left Control key, and the power (®) button simultaneously for five seconds. Â Press and release - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 43
 If you still can't start up your MacBook Air, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 53 for information about contacting Apple for service. If the display suddenly goes black or your MacBook Air freezes Try restarting your MacBook Air. 1 Unplug any devices that are connected to your - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 44
Test If you suspect a problem with the MacBook Air hardware, you can use the Apple Hardware Test application to help determine if there's a problem with one of the computer's components, such as the memory or processor. To use Apple Hardware Test on your MacBook Air: 1 Disconnect all external - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 45
Mac OS X and other software that came with your MacBook Air  Reset your password  Use Disk Utility to repair the MacBook Air hard disk Note: You can also do these tasks using a MacBook Air SuperDrive (available separately at www.apple.com/store). See page 49. Chapter 3 Problem, Meet Solution 45 - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 46
disc drive of the Apple USB Ethernet Adapter connecting your MacBook Air to the same network. Click Continue. 6 Restart your MacBook Air and hold down the Option key as it starts up, until you see a list of available startup disks. 7 Click Continue in Remote Install Mac OS X. 46 Chapter 3 Problem - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 47
connecting the MacBook Air SuperDrive and burning important information to DVDs or CDs, or by attaching an external hard drive to the USB port on your MacBook Air. Apple is not responsible for any lost data. 2 Make sure your power adapter is connected and plugged in. Chapter 3 Problem, Meet Solution - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 48
X and Bundled Software. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions, selecting your MacBook Air as the destination volume for installation. Note: To and then select "Erase and Install." This option erases your MacBook Air hard disk, so be sure you've backed up important information. 3 Problem, Meet Solution - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 49
the onscreen instructions. When you finish, quit Mac OS X Installer. 4 On the other computer, click Quit to exit Remote Install Mac OS X. Using Disk Utility When you need to repair, verify, or erase your MacBook Air hard disk, use Disk Utility by sharing the optical disc drive of another computer - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 50
the MacBook Air SuperDrive to your MacBook Air and insert the Mac OS X Install Disc 1. 2 Restart your MacBook Air and hold down the C key as it starts up. 3 Choose Installer > Open Disk Utility. When Disk Utility opens, follow the instructions in the First Aid pane. 50 Chapter 3 Problem, Meet - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 51
Help, and then choose Library > AirPort Help from the menu bar). Also see the instructions that came with the wireless device for more information. Problems with Your Internet Connection Your MacBook Air has a Network Setup Assistant application to help you set up an Internet connection. Open System - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 52
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 - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 53
icon and follow the instructions on the screen. 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. Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook Air does not have any user-serviceable or user-replaceable parts - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 54
and then click More Info. AppleCare Service and Support Your MacBook Air 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 - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 55
/ca/fr/support www.apple.com/ie/support www.apple.com/nz/support 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: www.apple.com/contact/phone_contacts.html Chapter 3 Problem, Meet Solution - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 56
Product Serial Number Use one of these methods to find your computer's serial number:  Turn your MacBook Air over. The serial number is etched into the case, near the hinge. Serial number  Choose Apple () > About This Mac and then click the version number beneath the words "Mac OS X." Clicking - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 57
4 Last, but Not Least 4 www.apple.com/environment Mac Help ergonomics - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 58
equipment, follow these rules for handling and cleaning your MacBook Air and for working more comfortably. Keep these instructions handy for reference by you and others. Important Safety Information WARNING: Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, or other - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 59
came with your MacBook Air, or an Apple-authorized power 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 and other magnetically sensitive material or devices within 1 inch - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 60
battery to temperatures above 212° F or 100° C. Do not remove the battery from your MacBook Air. The battery should be replaced only by an Apple Authorized Service : Failure to follow these handling instructions could result in damage to your MacBook Air or other property. 60 Chapter 4 Last, - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 61
approximately 50 percent. To maintain the capacity of the battery, recharge the battery to 50 percent every six months or so. Cleaning your MacBook Air When cleaning the outside of your computer and its components, first shut down your MacBook Air, and then unplug the power adapter. Then use a damp - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 62
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 - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 63
. 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. Chapter 4 Last, but Not Least 63 - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 64
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 - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 65
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. Or consult an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. Important - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 66
du Canada. Industry Canada Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la Canada. Europe-EU Declaration of Conformity See: www.apple.com/euro/compliance Korea Statements Singapore Wireless Certification Taiwan Wireless Statements - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 67
Modem Information When connecting your MacBook Air 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 As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Apple has determined that standard configurations - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 68
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 - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 69
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AirPort Extreme troubleshooting 51 ambient light sensor 27 AppleCare 54 Apple Hardware Test, using 44 Apple Remote 27 48, 50 System Preferences 14 charging the battery 34 cleaning the display 61 your computer 61 on 12 won't turn on 42 connection problems with another computer 43 Control-click 32 cord - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 71
53 optical discs for system software 9, 69 optical disc sharing. See DVD or CD Sharing P paging through documents using trackpad 34 partner computer connection problems 43 Disk Utility 49 DVD or CD Sharing Setup software 16 installing Mac OS X 45 resetting your password 48 password, resetting 48, 50 - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 72
27 shortcuts 32 swiping 34 zooming 27 troubleshooting AirPort 51 AppleCare 54 computer freezes 41 computer won't turn on 42 display goes black 43 hardware problems 44 partner computer 43 pointer won't move 40 service and support 53 using Mac Help 54 See also problems turning on your computer 12 two - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 73
U updating software 53 USB connections 37 ports 31 V verifying a disk 49 video camera indicator light 27 micro-DVI port 31 volume control keys 29 W waking your computer 22 Z zooming using the trackpad 27, 33 Looking for Something? 73 - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 74
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, iTunes, Keynote, Mac, Macintosh, Mac OS, MacBook, and MagSafe are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Finder, iPhone, Safari, and Spotlight are trademarks of Apple Inc. AppleCare and Apple Store are service marks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other - Apple MC233LL | User Manual - Page 76
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Congratulations, you and your MacBook Air
were made for each other.