Apple MF841LL/A - Manuals

6 Contents 119 Entering Your Information 121 Troubleshooting Your Connection 125 Appendix D: Top Ten Questions 131 Communications Regulation Information 135 Index

7 1 1 Getting Started Your MacBook Pro includes the following components: Important: Read all the installation instructions and safety information (see “Safety, Use, and Care Information” on page 105) carefully before you plug your computer into a power outlet. AC power cord Apple Remote Power adapt...

8 Chapter 1 Getting Started 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:  Plugging in the power adapter  Connecting the cables  Turning on yo...

Chapter 1 Getting Started 9 To extend the reach of your power adapter, you can attach the AC power cord. First, pull up on the AC plug to remove it from the adapter, and then attach the included AC power cord to the adapter. Plug the other end into a power outlet. For an illustration, see page 30. S...

10 Chapter 1 Getting Started Note: Using a dial-up connection requires 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 the MacBook Pro, and then connect a phone c...

Chapter 1 Getting Started 11 2 Choose a network from the AirPort ( Z ) status menu. Step 3: Turn On Your MacBook Pro 1 To turn on the MacBook Pro, press the power ( ® ) button briefly (up to 1 second). Do not continue to hold down or press the power button after the startup tone or you might cause t...

Chapter 1 Getting Started 13 Step 4: Configuring With Setup Assistant The first time you turn on your computer, Setup Assistant starts. Setup Assistant helps you enter your Internet and email information and set up a user account on your computer. If you already have a Mac, Setup Assistant can help ...

14 Chapter 1 Getting Started To transfer information, make sure:  Your other Mac has built-in FireWire and supports FireWire Target Disk Mode  Your other Mac has Mac OS X v10.1 or later installed  You have a standard 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire cable Setup Assistant takes you through the process of t...

16 Chapter 1 Getting Started Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro ® Power button ® Built-in stereospeakers Camera indicatorlight iSight camera Microphone Sleepindicatorlight Infrared(IR) receiver Trackpad Displayrelease button Trackpadbutton Slot-loadingSuperDrive

18 Chapter 1 Getting Started Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro Volumecontrols Brightnesscontrols NumLock key MediaEject key Mutecontrol Functionkey (fn) Standardfunction keys Video ModeToggle key Keyboard illuminationcontrols esc numlock F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 ® — i C - ø

20 Chapter 1 Getting Started Additional Features of Your MacBook Pro Poweradapter port ¯ USB 2.0port d Headphone/opticaldigital audio out port f Audio line in/opticaldigital audio in port ExpressCard/34slot , USB 2.0port d DVIport £ Gigabit Ethernet port(10/100/1000Base-T) G FireWire400 port H Secur...

22 Chapter 1 Getting Started For more information about these features, see Chapter 3, “Using Your MacBook Pro,” on page 53. Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you finish working with your MacBook Pro, you can put it to sleep or shut it down. Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep...

Chapter 1 Getting Started 23 To wake the computer: 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 or any button on the Apple Remote. Shutting Down Your MacBook Pro If you aren’t going t...

24 Chapter 1 Getting Started Calibrating Your Battery To get the longest running time from your battery, calibrate it sometime during the first week you have your MacBook Pro and repeat these steps occasionally to keep your battery functioning at its fullest capacity. To calibrate your battery: 1 Pl...

Chapter 1 Getting Started 25 Getting More Information For more information about your MacBook Pro, check out these resources: Â Read Chapter 2, “Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro,” on page 27 for important basics. Â If you’re unfamiliar with Mac OS X, review the Welcome to Tiger booklet that came wit...

28 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro For more safety instructions about handling and using your MacBook Pro in different locations, make sure to see Appendix B, “Safety, Use, and Care Information,” on page 105. The rest of this chapter includes sections about using components of your MacBoo...

Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro 29 3 Deselect “Reduce the brightness of the built-in display when using this power source” if you don’t want your display to dim to save on battery consumption. When this feature is enabled, your display dims a small amount when you go from using the power ...

30 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro Using Your Power Adapter Plugging in the power adapter provides AC power to the MacBook Pro and recharges the computer’s battery. Important: For optimal performance, use only the power adapter that came with your computer, or purchase an additional 85W A...

Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro 31 For best results, always use the AC power cord and connect it to a grounded power outlet when one is available. Use only the AC power cord that came with your power adapter. Make sure to push the power plug snugly into the power adapter port on the compu...

32 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro You can also scroll vertically and horizontally in a window that has scroll bars by moving two fingers on the trackpad. This feature can be turned off or adjusted in the Keyboard & Mouse pane of System Preferences. Instead of using the trackpad butto...

Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro 33 Using the Keyboard Your MacBook Pro keyboard has a numeric keypad incorporated in the standard keyboard keys. Keys used for the numeric keypad have a smaller secondary label. To use the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key. The Num Lock key glows green...

34 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro You can also adjust the keyboard illumination using the F8, F9, and F10 keys. Important: Even when the keyboard illumination feature is on, the keyboard illuminates only in low-light situations. You can turn off the keyboard illumination feature in the K...

Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro 35 Using the Apple Remote and Front Row Your Apple Remote works with the Front Row interface and the built-in infrared (IR) receiver, which is located next to the display release button on your MacBook Pro. Use the Apple Remote to open Front Row and work wi...

36 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro  Hold down the Next/Fast-forward ( ‘ ) or Previous/Rewind ( ] ) button to fast-forward or rewind within a song or movie.  Hold down the Play/Pause ( ’ ) button for 3 seconds to put your MacBook Pro to sleep. Pairing Your Apple Remote If you have multip...

Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro 37 When you successfully pair your Apple Remote with your MacBook Pro, you will see a chainlink symbol ( ) onscreen. To delete a pairing between the Apple Remote and your MacBook Pro: 1 Choose Apple (  ) > System Preferences from the menu bar. 2 Click S...

38 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro 4 Close the battery compartment. Turning Off IR Reception You can use Security preferences to turn IR reception on your MacBook Pro on or off. To turn off IR reception: Â Choose Apple (  ) > System Preferences from the menu bar and click Security. Â ...

Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro 39 Using the Built-in iSight Camera With the built-in iSight camera, you can take pictures with Photo Booth or video chat with other iChat AV users. Taking Pictures with Photo Booth Use Photo Booth to take pictures and add fun visual effects such as sepia, ...

40 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro To use a picture as your buddy picture or account picture: 1 Open Photo Booth and take a picture. 2 Select the picture you’d like to use as your buddy picture or account picture. 3 Click the Buddy Picture or Account Picture icon to automatically update y...

Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro 41 Videoconferencing with iChat AV When you open iChat AV, the green indicator light goes on. Click the video icon of a buddy to videoconference with another iChat AV user in real-time full-motion video. Your MacBook Pro also has a built-in microphone, so y...

42 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro Videoconferencing with More Than One Buddy You can videoconference with up to three buddies at once. One buddy “hosts” the videoconference, and the others participate. To start a videoconference with more than one buddy: 1 Open iChat AV. 2 Hold down the ...

44 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro Learning About Mac OS X Your computer comes with Mac OS X v10.4 Tiger, which includes Spotlight, a search engine that automatically indexes all of your files; Dashboard, an interface for putting handy “widgets” or mini-applications at your fingertips; Ex...

Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro 45 Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences You can quickly make your desktop look the way you want using System Preferences. Choose Apple (  ) > System Preferences from the menu bar. Feel free to make changes and experiment with the follow...

46 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro  Desktop & Screen Saver: Select this preferences pane to change the background color or pattern of your desktop, or change it to a photo or image you like. You can also choose an eye-catching screen effect that will appear on your screen when the co...

Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro 47 When an Application Does Not Respond On rare occasions, an application may “freeze” on the screen. Mac OS X provides a way to quit a frozen application without restarting your computer. Quitting a frozen application might allow you to save your work in o...

48 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro To check for updated software: 1 Open System Preferences. 2 Click the Software Update icon and follow the directions 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 the M...

Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro 49 To set up a printer: 1 Open System Preferences and click the Print & Fax icon. 2 Click Printing and then click the Add (+) button to add a printer. 3 Select the printer you want to use, and then click Add. 4 Use the Add (+) and Remove (–) buttons to ...

50 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro Connecting a Camera or Other FireWire or USB Device If you have an iPod, digital camera, video camera, scanner, or other device that has a USB or FireWire connector, you can connect it to your MacBook Pro. Follow the installation instructions that came w...

Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your MacBook Pro 51 Â If you connect your computer to a network using Ethernet, you can transfer files to another computer on a network. You can access a server or another computer by clicking Network in the Finder sidebar, or by choosing Go > Connect to Server from the ...

53 3 3 Using Your MacBook Pro Your MacBook Pro has many built-in features and connection capabilities. These include the following: Â Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports for connecting additional equipment such as iPods, printers, scanners, and other devices. See “Using Universal Serial Bus Devices...

54 Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro  DVI video output with included DVI to VGA adapter for using your MacBook Pro with an external monitor or digital flat-panel display, including support for closed-lid operation, video mirroring, and extended desktop (dual-display) modes. Use the Apple DVI to Vide...

Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 55 To use a USB device with your computer, connect the device to the computer. Your computer automatically detects newly connected devices and loads the correct software to work with the device. Note: If your MacBook Pro cannot find the correct software when you conn...

56 Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro Using Multiple USB Devices at the Same Time You can purchase a USB hub to connect multiple USB devices to your computer. The USB hub connects to an open USB port on your computer and provides additional USB ports (usually four or seven). Hi-Speed hubs can support ...

Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 57 Getting More Information About USB Additional information about USB is available in Mac Help. Choose Help > Mac Help in the menu bar and search for “USB.” You can also find information on the Apple USB website at www.apple.com/usb. For information about USB dev...

58 Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro These are some of the things you can do with FireWire: Â Connect a HDV or DV camera and capture, transfer, and edit high-quality video directly on your computer using video editing software such as iMovie HD or Final Cut Express. Â Connect an external FireWire har...

Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 59 Using FireWire Devices To use a FireWire device with your computer, connect the device to the computer and install any software that came with the device. Your computer automatically detects newly connected devices. Note: If your MacBook Pro cannot find the correc...

60 Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro Connecting Your MacBook Pro to Another Computer Using FireWire If you want to transfer files between your MacBook Pro and another FireWire-equipped Macintosh computer, or if you have a problem that prevents your computer from starting up, you can use FireWire Targ...

Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 61 Getting More Information About FireWire More information about FireWire is available in Mac Help. Choose Help > Mac Help in the Finder menu bar and search for “FireWire.” You can also find information on the Apple FireWire website at www.apple.com/firewire. Usi...

62 Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro Inserting and Ejecting an ExpressCard When inserting an ExpressCard, make sure the label is facing up and the card is level. You’ll feel some resistance as you slide in the card. When the card is firmly seated in the slot, it clicks into place and an icon appears ...

Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 63 Getting More Information About AirPort Extreme To purchase an AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express, go to the online Apple Store at www.apple.com/store or contact an Apple Authorized Reseller. More information about AirPort Extreme and AirPort Express i...

64 Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro Using Bluetooth Wireless Technology Your MacBook Pro comes with Bluetooth wireless technology. With Bluetooth, you can make short-range wireless connections between desktop and portable computers, personal digital assistants (PDAs), mobile phones, camera phones, p...

Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 65 Setting Up a Bluetooth Device Before you can use a Bluetooth device with your MacBook Pro, you need to set up the device to work with your computer. After you set up the device, it is “paired” with your computer, and you can see it in the Devices pane of Bluetooth...

66 Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro Connecting with Ethernet Your computer comes with built-in Ethernet ( G ) networking capability, which you can use to connect to a network or to a cable or DSL modem. Connecting to a network gives you access to other computers and potentially to network printers, ...

Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 67 Getting More Information About Using Ethernet More information, including setting up an Ethernet network and transferring files using Ethernet, is available in Mac Help. Choose Help > Mac Help and search for “Ethernet” or “network.” For information about networ...

68 Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro When an external monitor or T V is connected, you can either have the same image appear on both the built-in display and the external monitor (known as video mirroring ) or use the external monitor to extend the size of the Mac OS desktop (known as dual-display or...

Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 69 Connecting an External Display or Projector To connect an external display or projector with a DVI connection to your computer: 1 Turn on the external display or projector. 2 Make sure the display cable is connected to the external projector or display. 3 Connect ...

70 Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro To operate your computer with an external monitor attached and the display closed: 1 Connect a USB keyboard and mouse to your MacBook Pro. 2 Connect the power adapter to the MacBook Pro and a power outlet. Check that the power adapter light is on. 3 Close the MacB...

Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 71 Connecting an Apple Flat-Panel Display You can connect your MacBook Pro to an Apple flat-panel display. Depending on the display used, the connection might require a DVI to ADC adapter, available from an Apple Store retail location, the online Apple Store at www.a...

72 Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro For applications that can record sound, such as iMovie, use the Sound pane of System Preferences to select the audio input device you want to use, including microphones connected through USB. The volume controls on your keyboard allow you to easily change volume. ...

Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 73 Inserting a CD or DVD Disc To install or use software from a CD or DVD disc: 1 With the computer turned on, insert the disc (with the label facing up) into the drive slot until you feel the drive catch the disc and pull it in. You might need to push the disc nearl...

74 Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro Allow the disc to fully eject before removing or reinserting it. If you can’t eject the disc, quit any applications that might be using the disc and try again. If that doesn’t work, restart the computer while holding down the trackpad button. Playing DVDs To play ...

Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 75 To record data on CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, or DVD+RW discs: 1 Insert a blank recordable CD or DVD disc into the drive. 2 In the dialog that appears, enter a name for the disc and select the format you want to use. 3 Double-click the disc icon that appear...

76 Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 4 Click the Burn button again. For more information, open iDVD and choose Help > iDVD Help. Important: If your battery runs down when you are burning a DVD, the burn can fail and the DVD disc will not be able to be used again. To prevent this, always use your p...

Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 77 Using Your Battery When the external power adapter is not connected, your computer draws power from its battery. The length of time that you can run your MacBook Pro varies, depending on the applications you use and the external devices connected to your MacBook P...

78 Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro If the battery icon in the Finder menu bar is set to show the percentage of charge, you might sometimes notice that the battery does not attain a full 100 percent charge when the power adapter is attached. This is normal behavior; battery life is maximized if char...

Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 79 Charging a Battery When the power adapter that came with your computer is connected, the battery recharges whether the computer is off, on, or in sleep. However, the battery recharges more quickly if the computer is off or in sleep. When the MacBook Pro is on, you...

80 Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro  Turn off AirPort or Bluetooth when they are not in use. (Use the AirPort and Bluetooth status menus in the menu bar. If these icons don’t appear in the menu bar, you can turn them on in the Network and Bluetooth panes of System Preferences.)  Quit open applicat...

Chapter 3 Using Your MacBook Pro 81 Securing Your MacBook Pro You can purchase a security cable lock to protect your MacBook Pro. With a lock, you can secure your computer to a desk or table. Getting More Information About Security Options Additional information about the software security features ...

83 4 4 Adding Memory to Your MacBook Pro This chapter provides information and instructions for installing additional memory and for removing and replacing the battery in your MacBook Pro. Your computer has two memory slots that you access by removing the memory door in the battery bay. Your MacBook...

84 Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your MacBook Pro  PC2-5300 DDR2 667 MHz Type RAM Depending on the configuration of the MacBook Pro you purchased, both memory slots might already be full. The maximum amount of memory you can install in your MacBook Pro is 2 GB, using 1 GB DIMMs in both memory slots. I...

Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your MacBook Pro 85 Warning: The internal components of your MacBook Pro can be hot. If you have been using your MacBook Pro, wait 10 minutes after shutting down to let the internal components cool before continuing.

86 Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your MacBook Pro Step 2: Installing Memory 1 Using a Phillips size 00 screwdriver, unscrew the memory door and remove it from the battery bay of your computer.

88 Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your MacBook Pro 3 If you already have a memory card installed in the slot, remove it. Spread the tabs in the slot away from the notches in the memory card. The card should pop up slightly. Lift the memory card to a 25-degree angle and then gently slide the card out of ...

Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your MacBook Pro 89 5 Gently spread the small tabs in the memory slot away from the notches and push the memory card down until the two snaps on either side of the card lock into place. Note: Make sure your memory is installed according to this illustration, where the gold...

90 Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your MacBook Pro 6 Insert any additional memory in the second slot. 7 Replace the memory door and make sure it is lying flat before screwing it into place.

Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your MacBook Pro 91 Step 3: Replacing the Battery 1 Place the bottom edge of the battery in the battery compartment. Gently press the top edge of the battery down until the battery latch locks into place. 2 Reconnect the power adapter and any other cables that were attache...

92 Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your MacBook Pro To check the computer’s memory: 1 Start up your computer. 2 When you see the Mac OS desktop, choose Apple (  ) > About This Mac. The total memory includes the amount of memory that originally came with the computer plus the new memory you added. For...

93 5 5 Troubleshooting If you have a problem working with your MacBook Pro, check here first for solutions and advice. When you experience a problem working with your MacBook Pro, there is usually a simple and quick solution. Be aware of the conditions that led up to the problem. Making a note of th...

94 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Problems That Prevent You From Using Your Computer If the computer doesn’t respond or the pointer doesn’t move  Press Command ( x )-Option-Esc to force a frozen application to quit. In the dialog that appears, select the application you would like to quit and click Forc...

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 95 Â If that doesn’t work, try using Disk Utility to repair the disk by inserting the Mac OS X Install Disc 1 into your computer. Then restart your computer and hold down the C key as it starts up. Choose Installer > Open Disk Utility. When Disk Utility opens, follow the...

96 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting  If you are still unable to start up your computer, see the service and support information that came with your MacBook Pro for information about contacting Apple for service. If the display suddenly goes black or your system freezes Try restarting your system. 1 Unplug...

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 97 If you have a problem with an application  For problems with software from a manufacturer other than Apple, contact the manufacturer. Software manufacturers often provide software updates on their websites.  You can configure your MacBook Pro to automatically check for...

98 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting  See AirPort Help (choose Help > Mac Help, then choose Library > AirPort Help from the menu bar) and the instructions that came with the wireless device for more information. If your computer’s hard disk is not recording data correctly  In a few instances, if the...

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 99 Â Open the Network pane of System Preferences and verify the information entered there with your Internet service provider (ISP) or network administrator. If you have a problem using your computer or working with the Mac OS Â If the answers to your questions are not in t...

100 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 6 After selecting the destination disk for installation, continue following the onscreen instructions. Your computer might restart and ask you to insert the next Mac OS X installation disc. Note: To restore Mac OS X on your computer to the original factory settings, cli...

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 101 Note: To install iCal, iChat AV, iSync, iTunes, Safari, and the iLife applications, follow the instructions in “Installing Mac OS X and Applications” on page 99. You might need to insert the Mac OS X Disc 2, depending on the applications you select to install. Using App...

102 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Installing Xcode Tools To install just the Xcode Tools, which are intended for software developers to use, follow these steps: 1 Insert the Mac OS X Install Disc 1 that came with your computer. 2 Double-click Xcode Tools. 3 Double-click XcodeTools.mpkg. 4 Follow the ons...

103 A p pendix A A Specifications You can use System Profiler to find out detailed information about your MacBook Pro. You can find out the amount of built-in memory, hard disk size, devices connected, and the product serial number. To access the information in System Profiler, choose Apple (  ) &g...

104 Appendix A Specifications Operating Environment  Operating temperature: 50° F to 95° F (10° C to 35° C)  Altitude: 3048 m (10,000 ft.) maximum  Relative humidity: 0% to 90% noncondensing Power Adapter  Input: AC 100–240 volts ( V ), 50/60 hertz (Hz)  Output: DC 18.5 V @ 4.6 A;16.5 V @ 3.6 A...

105 A p pendix B B Safety, Use, and Care Information Read this important MacBook Pro safety and maintenance information. Apple products are designed and evaluated to the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe usage, it is important that safety instru...

106 Appendix B Safety, Use, and Care Information  You want to remove any parts.  The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged.  You spill something into the case.  Your computer is exposed to rain or any other excess moisture.  Your computer has been dropped or the case has been o...

Appendix B Safety, Use, and Care Information 107 The power adapter may become hot during normal use of your MacBook Pro. Always allow adequate ventilation around the adapter and use care when handling during or immediately after operation. Never force a connector into a port. Check for obstructions ...

108 Appendix B Safety, Use, and Care Information 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 an opening such as the optical drive slot or ...

Appendix B Safety, Use, and Care Information 109 Cleaning Your MacBook Pro Follow these general rules when cleaning the outside of your computer and its components: Â Shut down your MacBook Pro, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery. Â Use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth to clean the comput...

110 Appendix B Safety, Use, and Care Information Laser Information Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet containing the laser. The laser beam used in this product is harmful to the eyes. The use of optical instruments, such as magnifying lenses, with this product increases the potential hazard t...

Appendix B Safety, Use, and Care Information 111 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 gre...

112 Appendix B Safety, Use, and Care Information 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 ...

Appendix B Safety, Use, and Care Information 113 Built-in Display Adjust the angle of the display to minimize glare and reflections from overhead lights and windows. Do not force the display if you meet resistance. The display is not meant to open more than 120 degrees. You can adjust the brightness...

115 A p pendix C C Connecting to the Internet You can use your computer to browse the World Wide Web, send email to friends and family, and chat in real time over the Internet. Use this information to help you connect to the Internet. When you first start up Mac OS X, Setup Assistant helps you enter...

116 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet  Dial-up connection: Your computer is connected to an external modem that is plugged into a phone wall jack using a phone cable. Before you connect to the Internet: 1 Set up an account with an Internet service provider (ISP). 2 Gather the connection informa...

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 117 4 Turn on your computer and enter information in Setup Assistant to configure your Internet connection. Note: If you already started up your computer and did not use Setup Assistant to configure your Internet connection, see “Using Network Setup Assistant to...

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 119 If you selected “PPP” (for PPPoE connection), gather the following:  Service provider  Account name  Password  PPPoE service name The information below might be optional. Ask your ISP or system administrator whether you need it.  DNS servers  Domain na...

120 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. More information about setting up an Internet connection is available in Mac Help. Choose Help > Mac Help and search for “connecting to the Internet.” Manually Entering Information To enter your information manually: 1 ...

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 121 Troubleshooting Your Connection If you have trouble with your Internet connection, you can try the steps in this section for your type of connection or you can use Network Diagnostics. To use Network Diagnostics: 1 Choose Apple (  ) > System Preferences....

122 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet Turn the modem off and on and reset the modem hardware Cycle the power on your DSL or cable modem by turning it off for a few minutes and then turning it back on. Some ISPs recommend that you unplug the modem’s power cord. If your modem has a reset button, y...

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 123 Network Connections If you have two or more computers attempting to share an Internet connection, be sure that your network is set up properly. You need to know if your ISP provides only one IP address or if it provides multiple IP addresses, one for each co...

125 A p pendix D D Top Ten Questions Do you have a question? Here are the top ten questions commonly asked by new MacBook Pro users. My Internet connection doesn’t seem to be working. How do I set it up? There are different types of Internet connections. For example, you can connect using a modem, a...

126 Appendix D Top Ten Questions How do I set up my printer? Is it compatible with my MacBook Pro? Begin by connecting your printer and installing any software according to the instructions that came with your printer. Next, open System Preferences and click the Print & Fax icon. Use the Print &...

Appendix D Top Ten Questions 127 How does the Mac OS X interface work? Users new to Mac OS X often have questions about how to carry out certain tasks. Your best source for Mac OS X information is Mac Help. You’ll find introductory explanations for new users, users switching from Windows computers, ...

128 Appendix D Top Ten Questions I put a disc in my optical drive, but nothing happened. How do I know if the disc is compatible with my optical drive? Press the Media Eject ( C ) key to eject the disc. Apple slot-loading optical drives support only round 12 cm discs. Nonstandard discs and discs wit...

Appendix D Top Ten Questions 129 To connect an external display or projector with a VGA connection to your computer: 1 Turn on the external display or projector. 2 Make sure the display cable is connected to the external projector or display. 3 Connect the DVI to VGA adapter that came with your MacB...

130 Appendix D Top Ten Questions My application or Mac OS X doesn’t seem to be working correctly. Do I need to reinstall Mac OS X? The process of troubleshooting a problem requires that you answer several questions, such as whether a problem always happens with a specific application, is related to ...

135 Inde x Index A about your battery 24AC plug 8, 9, 30AC power adapter. See power adapter AC power cord 9, 30adjusting your display 28AirPort Express 62AirPort Extreme problems 97setting up a connection 118, 120 technology 62 ALS system 28, 33amber light 30ambient light sensing (ALS) system 28, 33...