Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
[. . . ] Congratulations, you and your MacBook Pro were made for each other.
Built-in iSight camera Video chat with up to three friends anywhere in the world at the same time.
www. apple. com/macbookpro 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. apple. com/macosx Mac Help time machine
iMovie Collect 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 stage. Enhance your song to sound like a pro.
www. apple. com/ilife/garageband GarageBand Help record
iWeb Create beautiful websites with photos, movies, blogs, podcasts, and dynamic web widgets.
www. apple. com/ilife/iweb iWeb Help website
Contents
Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, Go
9 What's in the Box 9 Setting Up Your MacBook Pro 15 Putting Your MacBook Pro to Sleep or Shutting It Down
Chapter 2: Life with Your MacBook Pro
18 20 22 24 26 28 31 Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro Additional Features of Your MacBook Pro Keyboard Features of Your MacBook Pro Ports on Your MacBook Pro Using the Trackpad and Keyboard Using the MacBook Pro Battery Getting Answers
Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory
37 Installing Additional Memory 45 Making Sure Your MacBook Pro Recognizes the New Memory
Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution
48 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook Pro
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Using Apple Hardware Test Problems with Your Internet Connection Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication Keeping Your Software Up to Date Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBook Pro Learning More, Service, and Support Locating Your Product Serial Number
Chapter 5: Last, but Not Least
64 67 69 71 72 Important Safety Information Important Handling Information Understanding Ergonomics Apple and the Environment Regulatory Compliance Information
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Your MacBook Pro is designed so that you can set it up quickly and start using it right away. [. . . ] 3 When the Apple Hardware Test chooser screen appears, select the language for your location. 5 When the Apple Hardware Test main screen appears (after about 45 seconds), follow the onscreen instructions. 6 If Apple Hardware Test detects a problem, it displays an error code. If Apple Hardware Test doesn't detect a hardware failure, the problem might be software related. For more information about Apple Hardware Test, see the Apple Hardware Test Read Me file on the Mac OS X Install Disc 1 that came with your computer.
Problems with Your Internet Connection
Your MacBook Pro has the Setup Assistant application to help walk you through setting up an Internet connection. Click the "Assist me" button to open Network Setup Assistant.
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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. 2 Click Network and then click "Assist me. " 3 Click Diagnostics to open Network Diagnostics. If Network Diagnostics can't resolve the problem, there may be a problem with the Internet service provider (ISP) you are trying to connect to, with an external device you are using to connect to your ISP, or with the server you are trying to access. Cable Modem, DSL Modem, and LAN Internet Connections Make sure all modem cables are firmly plugged in, including the modem power cord, the cable from the modem to the computer, and the cable from the modem to the wall jack. Also check the cables and power supplies to Ethernet hubs and routers. Turn the modem off and on and reset the modem hardware Turn off your DSL or cable modem for a few minutes, and then turn it back on. If your modem has a reset button, you can press it either before or after you turn the power off and on. 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.
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PPPoE Connections If you are unable to connect to your Internet service provider using PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet), make sure you have entered the correct information in Network preferences. To check your Network preference settings: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 3 Click Add (+) at the bottom of the network connection services list, and choose PPPoE from the Interface pop-up menu. 4 Choose an Interface for the PPPoE service from the Ethernet pop-up menu. Choose Ethernet if you are connecting to a wired network or AirPort if you are connecting to a wireless network. 5 Enter the information you received from your service provider, such as account name, password, and the PPPoE service name (if your service provider requires it). Network Connections Make sure the Ethernet cable is plugged into your MacBook Pro and into the network. [. . . ] Entsorgen Sie dieses Gerätes am Ende seines Lebenszyklus entsprechend der maßgeblichen gesetzlichen Regelungen. Nederlands: Gebruikte batterijen kunnen worden ingeleverd bij de chemokar of in een speciale batterijcontainer voor klein chemisch afval (kca) worden gedeponeerd.
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. The separate collection and recycling of your product at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.
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