Page 2 - Say hello to your MacBook Pro.; Finder
Say hello to your MacBook Pro. www.apple.com/macbookpro finder Finder Browse your files like you browse your music with Cover Flow. Mac Help Built-in iSight camera and iChat Video chat with friends and family anywhere in the world. Mac Help isight MacBook Pro Multi-Touch trackpad Scroll through files, ...
Page 3 - Mac OS X Snow Leopard
Time Machine Automatically back up and restore your files. Mac Help Spotlight Find anything on your Mac. Mac Help time machine spotlight Safari Experience the web with the fastest browser in the world. Mac Help safari Quick Look Instantly preview your files. Mac Help quick look Mac OS X Snow Leopard w...
Page 5 - Chapter 2: Life with Your MacBook Pro; Contents
5 Contents Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, Go 9 What’s in the Box 9 Setting Up Your MacBook Pro 16 Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2: Life with Your MacBook Pro 20 Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro 22 Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro 24 Ports on Your MacBook Pro 26 Usin...
Page 6 - Looking for Something?
6 Contents 58 Problems with Your Internet Connection 60 Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication 61 Keeping Your Software Up to Date 62 Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook Pro 63 Using Disk Utility 64 Learning More, Service, and Support 66 Locating Your Product Serial N...
Page 8 - Chapter 1; page 67) carefully before you first use your computer.
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 used a MacBook Pro or are new to Macintosh computers, read this chapter for help getting started. Important: Read all the installation instructions (and the ...
Page 9 - What’s in the Box; Setting Up Your MacBook Pro; Plugging in the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter
9 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go What’s in the Box AC power cord 85W MagSafe Power Adapter ® Setting Up Your MacBook Pro Your MacBook Pro is designed so that you can set it up quickly and start using it right away. The following pages take you through the setup process, including these tasks: Â Pluggin...
Page 10 - Remove the protective film around the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter; Plug In the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter to provide power to the
10 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Important: Remove the protective film around the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter before setting up your MacBook Pro. Step 1: Plug In the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter to provide power to the MacBook Pro and charge the battery. Make sure the AC plug is fully inserted into the po...
Page 11 - Connect to a wireless or wired network.
11 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go When you first connect the power adapter to your MacBook Pro, an indicator light on the MagSafe connector starts to glow. An amber light indicates the battery is charging. A green light indicates that the battery is fully charged. If you don’t see a light, make sure th...
Page 12 - ) button briefly to turn on your MacBook Pro.; You hear a tone when you turn on the computer.
12 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Step 3: Press the power ( ® ) button briefly to turn on your MacBook Pro. You hear a tone when you turn on the computer. ® ® Power button It takes the MacBook Pro a few moments to start up. After it starts up, Setup Assistant opens automatically. If your MacBook Pro do...
Page 13 - Configure your MacBook Pro with Setup Assistant.
13 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Step 4: Configure your MacBook Pro with Setup Assistant. The first time you turn on your MacBook Pro, Setup Assistant starts. Setup Assistant helps you enter your Internet and email information and set up a user account on your MacBook Pro. If you already have a Mac, S...
Page 14 - Migrating Information to Your MacBook Pro
14 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Migrating Information to Your MacBook Pro You can follow the prompts in the Setup Assistant to migrate existing user accounts, files, applications, and other information from another Mac computer. You can do this with one of the following methods: Â Using a FireWire ca...
Page 15 - Customize the Mac OS X desktop and set preferences.
15 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Step 5: Customize the Mac OS X desktop and set preferences. Menu bar Help menu Spotlight search icon Finder icon System Preferences icon Dock
Page 16 - Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down; Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep; To put your MacBook Pro to sleep, do one of the following:; ) button and click Sleep in the dialog that appears.
16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go You can quickly customize the desktop 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 Pro. For more info...
Page 17 - To wake your MacBook Pro:; If the display is closed; Shutting Down Your MacBook Pro; To shut down your MacBook Pro, do one of the following:; ) button and click Shut Down in the dialog that appears.
17 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go To wake your MacBook Pro: Â If the display is closed , simply open it to wake up your MacBook Pro. Â If the display is already open , press the power ( ® ) button or any key on the keyboard. When your MacBook Pro wakes from sleep, your applications, documents, and comp...
Page 19 - Life with Your MacBook Pro
Mac Help Mac OS X www.apple.com/macosx Life with Your MacBook Pro 2
Page 20 - Chapter 2; Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro
20 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro ® ® Power button Camera indicator light iSight camera Built-in stereospeakers Battery indicatorlights (side) Microphone Sleep indicator light Infrared (IR)receiver Trackpad Slot-loadingSuperDrive Security slot
Page 22 - Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro
22 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro ® Function (fn) key esc F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 — C - Volumekeys Brightnesskeys MediaEject key Mutekey Exposé Dashboard Mediakeys Keyboard illuminationkeys ’
Page 23 - Media Eject key
23 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Function (fn) Press and hold this key to activate customized actions assigned to the function keys (F1 to F12). To learn how to customize function keys, choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar and search for “function keys.” ¤ Brightness keys (F1, F2) Incr...
Page 24 - Ports on Your MacBook Pro
24 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Ports on Your MacBook Pro ® ¯ Gigabit Ethernetport (10/100/1000Base-T) G Audio outport f Audio inport , MiniDisplayPort £ USB 2.0ports d ExpressCard/34 slot MagSafe power port FireWire 800 port H
Page 25 - MagSafe power port; your local Apple store.
25 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro ¯ MagSafe power port Plug in the included 85W MagSafe Power Adapter to recharge the MacBook Pro battery. G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Connect to a high-speed Ethernet network, a DSL or cable modem, or another computer. The Ethernet port automati...
Page 26 - Using the Multi-Touch Trackpad; and then click Trackpad.
26 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Using the Multi-Touch Trackpad Use the trackpad to move the pointer and to perform a variety of Multi-Touch gestures. Unlike typical trackpads, the entire MacBook Pro trackpad is a button, and you can click anywhere on the trackpad. To enable Multi-Touch gestu...
Page 27 - Secondary clicking
27 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro  Secondary clicking or “right-clicking” lets you access shortcut menu commands. • To set up two-finger secondary-clicking anywhere on the trackpad, select Secondary Click under the Two Fingers option in Trackpad preferences. • To set up a one-finger secondary...
Page 29 - lets you rapidly page through documents, move to the previous
29 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro  Three-finger swiping lets you rapidly page through documents, move to the previous or next photo, and more.  Four-finger swiping works in the Finder and all applications. Swiping four fingers to the left or right activates Application Switcher so you can cy...
Page 30 - Using the MacBook Pro Battery
30 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Using the MacBook Pro Battery When the MagSafe power adapter isn’t connected, your MacBook Pro draws power from its built-in battery. The length of time that you can run your MacBook Pro varies, depending on the applications you use and the external devices co...
Page 31 - Charging the Battery; Getting Answers; Click the Help menu in the menu bar and do one of the following:
31 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro Charging the Battery When the power adapter that came with your MacBook Pro is connected, the battery charges whether the computer is on, off, or in sleep. The battery charges more quickly, however, if the computer is off or in sleep. The battery in your MacBo...
Page 32 - More Information; To learn about
32 Chapter 2 Life with Your MacBook Pro More Information For more information about using your MacBook Pro, see the following: To learn about See Installing memory Chapter 3, “Boost Your MacBook Pro” on page 35. Troubleshooting your MacBook Pro if you have a problem Chapter 4, “Problem, Meet Solutio...
Page 35 - Boost Your MacBook Pro
Mac Help RAM www.apple.com/store Boost Your MacBook Pro 3
Page 36 - Chapter 3
36 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro This chapter provides information and instructions for upgrading the hard disk drive and installing additional memory in your MacBook Pro. WARNING: Apple recommends that you have an Apple-certified technician install replacement drives and memory. Consult the ser...
Page 37 - Replacing the Hard Disk Drive; Apple recommends that you back up the data on your hard disk drive; To replace the hard disk drive in your MacBook Pro:; The internal components of your MacBook Pro can be warm. If you have
37 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro Replacing the Hard Disk Drive You can upgrade the hard disk drive in your MacBook Pro. The hard disk drive is located next to the built-in battery when you open the back of your MacBook Pro. The replacement drive must be a 2.5-inch drive with a Serial ATA (SATA) c...
Page 39 - When you remove the bottom case, you expose sensitive internal
39 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro Important: When you remove the bottom case, you expose sensitive internal components. Avoid touching anything other than the hard drive assembly when you remove or add a hard disk drive. 3 Touch a metal surface inside the computer to discharge any static electric...
Page 40 - Using the pull tab, gently lift the drive out of the bay.
40 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 4 Locate the bracket at the top of the drive. Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the two captive screws that hold the bracket in place. Put the bracket aside in a safe place. 5 Using the pull tab, gently lift the drive out of the bay. Bracket Pull tab
Page 42 - Attach the connector to the right side of the replacement drive.
42 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro Important: There are four (4) mounting screws on the sides of your hard disk drive. If your replacement drive doesn’t include mounting screws, remove the ones from your old drive and mount them on the replacement drive before you install it. Mounting screws 7 Att...
Page 43 - Replace the bracket and tighten the screws.
43 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 8 Insert the replacement drive at an angle, making sure the mounting screws are seated properly. 9 Replace the bracket and tighten the screws.
Page 45 - Installing Additional Memory; To install memory in your MacBook Pro:; Follow steps 1 through 3 beginning on page 37.
45 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro Installing Additional Memory Your computer has two memory slots that you access by removing the bottom case. Your MacBook Pro comes with a minimum of 4 gigabytes (GB) of 1066 MHz Double Data Rate (DDR3) Synchronous Dynamic Random-Access Memory (SDRAM) installed. E...
Page 47 - Hold the memory module by its notches and remove it from the slot.
47 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro 3 Hold the memory module by its notches and remove it from the slot. 4 Remove the other memory module. Important: Hold the memory modules by their edges, and do not touch the gold connectors. 5 Insert the new memory module in the slot: a Align the notch on the go...
Page 49 - Making Sure Your MacBook Pro Recognizes the New Memory; To check the computer’s memory:; Start up your MacBook Pro.
49 Chapter 3 Boost Your MacBook Pro Making Sure Your MacBook Pro Recognizes the New Memory After installing additional memory in your MacBook Pro, check whether the computer recognizes the new memory. To check the computer’s memory: 1 Start up your MacBook Pro. 2 When you see the Mac OS X desktop, c...
Page 51 - Problem, Meet Solution
Mac Help help www.apple.com/support Problem, Meet Solution 4
Page 52 - Chapter 4
52 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Occasionally, you may have problems while working with your MacBook Pro. Read on for troubleshooting tips to try when you have a problem. You can also find more troubleshooting information in Mac Help and on the MacBook Pro Support website at www.apple.com/support...
Page 53 - Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook Pro; If your MacBook Pro doesn’t respond or the pointer doesn’t move; If you need to, you can also restart the Finder from this dialog.
53 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook Pro If your MacBook Pro doesn’t respond or the pointer doesn’t move On rare occasions, an application may “freeze” on the screen. Mac OS X provides a way to quit a frozen application without restarting your compute...
Page 54 - Mac OS X Install DVD
54 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution If your MacBook Pro freezes during startup, or you see a flashing question mark, or the screen is dark and the sleep indicator light is glowing steadily (not in sleep) The flashing question mark usually means that the computer can’t find the system software on the...
Page 55 - If your MacBook Pro doesn’t turn on or start up; simultaneously for five seconds until the computer restarts.
55 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution If your MacBook Pro doesn’t turn on or start up Try the following suggestions in order until your computer turns on: Â Make sure the power adapter is plugged into the computer and into a functioning power outlet. Be sure to use the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter that c...
Page 56 - If the screen suddenly goes black or your MacBook Pro freezes; Try restarting your MacBook Pro.; If you forget your password; Insert the
56 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution If the screen suddenly goes black or your MacBook Pro freezes Try restarting your MacBook Pro. 1 Unplug any devices that are connected to your MacBook Pro, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power ( ® ) button to restart the system. 3 Let the battery charge to ...
Page 57 - If you have trouble ejecting a disc; Using Apple Hardware Test; To use Apple Hardware Test:; Restart your computer and hold down the D key as it starts up.
57 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution If you have trouble ejecting a disc Quit any applications that might be using the disc and try again. If that doesn’t work, restart the computer and then immediately press and hold the trackpad button. Using Apple Hardware Test If you suspect a problem with the Ma...
Page 58 - Problems with Your Internet Connection; To use Network Diagnostics:; Click Network and then click “Assist me.”; Cable Modem, DSL Modem, and LAN Internet Connections
58 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Problems with Your Internet Connection Your MacBook Pro has the Network Setup Assistant application to help walk you through setting up an Internet connection. Open System Preferences and click Network. Click the “Assist me” button to open Network Setup Assistant....
Page 59 - PPPoE Connections; Click Apply to make the settings active.
59 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Important: Instructions that refer to modems do not apply to LAN users. LAN users might have hubs, switches, routers, or connection pods that DSL and cable modem users do not have. LAN users should contact their network administrator rather than an ISP. PPPoE Con...
Page 60 - Network Connections; Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication
60 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Network Connections Make sure the Ethernet cable is plugged into your MacBook Pro and into the network. Check the cables and power supplies to your Ethernet hubs and routers. If you have two or more computers attempting to share an Internet connection, be sure tha...
Page 61 - ) status icon in the menu bar. Up to four bars appear, indicating; Keeping Your Software Up to Date; To check for updated software:; For more information, search for “Software Update” in Mac Help.
61 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution  Make sure you are within antenna range of the other computer or the network’s access point. Nearby electronic devices or metal structures can interfere with wireless communication and reduce this range. Repositioning or rotating the computer might improve recept...
Page 62 - Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook Pro; Installing Mac OS X
62 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook Pro Use the software installation discs that came with your MacBook Pro to reinstall Mac OS X and any applications that came with your computer. You can install Mac OS X without erasing the target volume, which...
Page 63 - Reinstalling Applications; To install the applications that came with your MacBook Pro:; Applications Install DVD; Using Disk Utility
63 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Reinstalling Applications If you erased your hard disk as part of reinstalling Mac OS X, you must reinstall the applications that came with your MacBook Pro, such as the iLife applications. To install the applications that came with your MacBook Pro: 1 Back up you...
Page 64 - Online Resources; About This Mac from the menu bar and then click More Info.; AppleCare Service and Support
64 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Learning More, Service, and Support Your MacBook Pro does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the hard drive and the memory. If you need service, contact Apple or take your MacBook Pro to an Apple Authorized Service Provider. You can find more information ...
Page 65 - Country
65 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution If you need assistance, AppleCare telephone support representatives can help you with installing and opening applications, and basic troubleshooting. Call the support center number nearest you (the first 90 days are complimentary). Have the purchase date and your ...
Page 66 - Locating Your Product Serial Number; Use one of these methods to find your computer’s serial number:; ) from the menu bar and then choose About This Mac. Click the
66 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Locating Your Product Serial Number Use one of these methods to find your computer’s serial number:  Turn your MacBook Pro over. The serial number is etched into the case near the hinge. Serial number  Choose Apple ( ) from the menu bar and then choose About T...
Page 68 - Chapter 5; Important Safety Information; or other injury or damage.; Proper handling; Set up your MacBook Pro on a stable work surface that allows
68 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least For your safety and that of your equipment, follow these rules for handling and cleaning your MacBook Pro and for working more comfortably. Keep these instructions handy for reference by you and others. WARNING: Incorrect storage or use of your computer may void the...
Page 69 - Water and wet locations; Keep your MacBook Pro away from sources of liquid, such as; 5W MagSafe Power Adapter; Make sure the AC plug or AC power cord is fully
69 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least Water and wet locations Keep your MacBook Pro away from sources of liquid, such as drinks, washbasins, bathtubs, shower stalls, and so on. Protect your MacBook Pro from dampness or wet weather, such as rain, snow, and fog. 85W MagSafe Power Adapter Make sure the AC p...
Page 70 - MagSafe power specifications:; 0 to 60 Hz, single phase; Hearing damage; Permanent hearing loss may occur if earbuds or headphones are
70 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least MagSafe power specifications:  Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz, single phase  Line Voltage: 100 to 240 V  Output Voltage: 18.5 V DC, 4.6 A Hearing damage Permanent hearing loss may occur if earbuds or headphones are used at high volume. You can adapt over time to a higher ...
Page 71 - Laser Information for Optical Disc Drives; Important Handling Information; MacBook Pro or other property.; Operating environment; Operating your MacBook Pro outside these ranges may; Turning on your MacBook Pro; Never turn on your MacBook Pro unless all of its
71 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least Laser Information for Optical Disc Drives WARNING: Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified in your equipment’s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure. The optical disc drive in your computer contains a laser that is safe in ...
Page 72 - Carrying your MacBook Pro; If you carry your MacBook Pro in a bag or briefcase,; Using connectors and ports; Never force a connector into a port. When connecting; Using the optical drive; The SuperDrive in your MacBook Pro supports standard 12 cm; Handling glass parts; Your MacBook Pro contains glass components, including the
72 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least Carrying your MacBook Pro If you carry your MacBook Pro in a bag or briefcase, make sure that there are no loose items (such as paper clips or coins) that could accidentally get inside the computer through vent openings or the optical drive slot or get stuck inside a...
Page 73 - Storing your MacBook Pro; If you are going to store your MacBook Pro for an extended; Cleaning your MacBook Pro; When cleaning the outside of your MacBook Pro and its; Cleaning your MacBook Pro screen; To clean your MacBook Pro screen, first shut down
73 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least Storing your MacBook Pro If you are going to store your MacBook Pro 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 or less. When storing your MacBook Pro for longer than five months, discha...
Page 74 - Understanding Ergonomics; Here are some tips for setting up a healthy work environment.; Keyboard and Trackpad
74 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 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 righ...
Page 75 - External Mouse
75 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least Change hand positions often to avoid fatigue. Some computer users might develop discomfort in their hands, wrists, or arms after intensive work without breaks. If you begin to develop chronic pain or discomfort in your hands, wrists, or arms, consult a qualified heal...
Page 76 - More information about ergonomics is available on the web:; Apple and the Environment; More information is available on the web:
76 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least Built-In Display Adjust the angle of the display to optimize viewing in your environment. Do not force the display if you meet resistance. The display is not meant to open past 130 degrees. You can adjust the brightness of the screen when you take the computer from o...
Page 77 - Regulatory Compliance Information
77 Regulatory Compliance Information FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interferenc...
Page 82 - Index
82 Looking for Something? Index A AC plug 10AC power adapter. See power adapter AC power cord 10adapter, power. See power adapter AirPort Extreme connecting wirelessly 11problems 60using 32 AppleCare 64Apple Hardware Test 57Apple Remote 33application freeze 53applications Front Row 21, 32iChat 21iLi...