G Gigabit Ethernet port

(10/100/1000Base-T)

Ethernet cable

Step 3: Press the power () button briefly to turn on your MacBookPro. You hear a tone when you turn on the computer.

Power button

It takes the MacBookPro a few moments to start up. After it starts up, Setup Assistant opens automatically. If your MacBookPro doesnt turn on, see If your MacBookPro doesnt turn on or start up on page53.
Step 4: Configure your MacBookPro with Setup Assistant. The first time you turn on your MacBookPro, Setup Assistant starts. Setup Assistant helps you enter your Internet and email information and set up a user account on your MacBookPro. If you already have a Mac, Setup Assistant can help you automatically transfer files, applications, and other information from your previous Mac using an Ethernet or wireless connection. See the next section, Migrating Information to Your MacBookPro, for more information. If you dont intend to keep or use your other Mac, its best to deauthorize it from playing music, videos, or audiobooks that youve purchased from the iTunes Store. Deauthorizing a computer prevents any songs, videos, or audiobooks youve purchased from being played by someone else and frees up another authorization for use. For information about deauthorizing, in iTunes, open Help > iTunes Help.
Migrating Information to Your MacBookPro
You can follow the prompts in 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:
Using a FireWire cable to connect the two computers together and transfer the

information

Using an Ethernet cable connected directly between the two computers, or
connecting both computers to the same network
Wirelesslydirectly between the two computers, or with both computers on the
same wireless network Before migrating, use Software Update on your other Mac. The other Mac should have one of these versions of Mac OS X softwareeither Mac OS X v10.4.11 or Mac OS X v10.5.6 (or later). You can choose the items (user accounts, documents, movies, music, photos, and so on) that you want to migrate to your MacBookPro. Important: Dont use the other Mac for anything else until the migration is complete. If you dont use Setup Assistant to transfer information when you first start up your computer, you can do it later using Migration Assistant. If the connection is terminated during migration, you can resume the migration at a later time using Migration Assistant on your MacBookPro and your other Mac. Go to the Applications folder, open Utilities, and double-click Migration Assistant.

Step 5: Customize the Mac OS X desktop and set preferences.
Menu bar Help menu Spotlight search icon

Finder icon Dock

System preferences icon

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 MacBookPro. For more information, open Mac Help and search for System Preferences or for the specific preference you want to change.
Putting Your MacBookPro to Sleep or Shutting It Down
When you finish working with your MacBookPro, you can put it to sleep or shut it down.
Putting Your MacBookPro to Sleep
If youll be away from your MacBookPro for only a short time, put it to sleep. When the computer is in sleep, you can quickly wake it and bypass the startup process. To put your MacBookPro to sleep, do one of the following:
Close the display. Choose Apple () > Sleep from the menu bar. Press the power () button and click Sleep in the dialog that appears. Choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Energy Saver, and set a sleep timer.
NOTICE: Wait a few seconds until the sleep indicator light starts pulsing (indicating that the computer is in sleep and the hard disk has stopped spinning) before moving your MacBookPro. Moving your computer while the disk is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of data or the inability to start up from the hard disk.
To wake your MacBookPro: If the display is closed, simply open it to wake up your MacBookPro.
If the display is already open, press the power () button or any key on the keyboard.
When your MacBookPro wakes from sleep, your applications, documents, and computer settings are exactly as you left them.
Shutting Down Your MacBookPro
If you arent going to use your MacBookPro for a couple of days or longer, its best to shut it down. The sleep indicator light goes on briefly during the shutdown process. To shut down your MacBookPro, do one of the following:
mm Choose Apple () > Shut Down from the menu bar. mm Press the power () button and click Shut Down in the dialog that appears.
If you plan to store your MacBookPro for an extended period of time, see page72 for information about how to prevent the battery from draining completely.
Life with Your MacBook Pro
www.apple.com/macosx Mac Help Mac OS X
Basic Features of Your MacBook Pro
FaceTime HD camera Camera indicator light Microphone Built-in stereo speakers Battery indicator lights (side)

Trackpad

Sleep indicator light

Infrared (IR) receiver

Security slot

Slot-loading SuperDrive

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of the trackpad, select Secondary Click under the One Finger option in Trackpad preferences.

Secondary click zone

To set up two-finger secondary-clicking anywhere on the trackpad, select
Secondary Click under the Two Fingers option in Trackpad preferences.
Note: You can also secondary click by holding down the Control key while you click.
The following trackpad gestures work in certain applications. When you perform these gestures, slide your fingers lightly on the surface of the trackpad. For more information, see Trackpad preferences or choose Help > Mac Help and search for trackpad.
Two-finger pinching lets you zoom in or out on PDFs, images, photos, and more.
Two-finger rotating lets you rotate photos, pages, and more.
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 cycle through open applications. Swiping four fingers up or down causes Expos to show the desktop or display all open windows.
To enable or disable any of the gestures, choose Apple () > System Preferences, and then click Trackpad. Click the checkboxes to turn the gestures on or off.
Using the MacBook Pro Battery
When the MagSafe power adapter isnt connected, your MacBookPro draws power from its built-in battery. The length of time that you can run your MacBookPro varies, depending on the applications you use and the external devices connected to your MacBookPro. Turning off features such as AirPort Extreme or Bluetooth wireless technology and reducing screen brightness can help conserve battery charge, for example, when youre traveling by air. Many of your system preferences are automatically set to optimize battery life. You can determine the charge remaining in the battery by looking at the eight battery level indicator lights on the left side of your MacBookPro. Press the button next to the lights, and the lights glow briefly to show how much charge remains in the battery. Important: If only one indicator light is on, very little charge is left. If no lights are on, the battery is completely drained and the MacBookPro wont start up unless the power adapter is connected. Plug in the power adapter to let the battery recharge. For more information about battery indicator lights, see page54. You can also check the amount of battery charge remaining by viewing the Battery ( ) status icon in the menu bar. The battery charge level displayed is based on the amount of power left in the battery with the applications, peripheral devices, and system settings youre currently using. To conserve battery power, close applications and disconnect peripheral devices not in use, and 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 MacBookPro 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 MacBookPro can be replaced only by an Apple Authorized Service Provider or an Apple Retail Store.

Getting Answers

Much more information about using your MacBookPro is available in Mac Help on your computer and on the Internet at www.apple.com/support/macbookpro. To get Mac Help: 1 Click the Finder icon in the Dock (the bar of icons along the edge of the screen).
2 Click the Help menu in the menu bar and do one of the following: aType a question or term in the Search field, and select a topic from the list of results or select Show All Results to see all topics. bChoose Mac Help to open the Mac Help window, where you can click links or type a search question.

More Information

For more information about using your MacBookPro, see the following:
To learn about Installing memory Troubleshooting your MacBookPro if you have a problem Finding service and support for your MacBookPro Using Mac OS X Moving from a PC to a Mac Using iLife applications See Chapter3, Boost Your MacBook Pro on page35. Chapter4, Problem, Meet Solution on page49.
Learning More, Service, and Support on page62. Or go to the Apple Support site at www.apple.com/support/macbookpro. The Mac OS X website at www.apple.com/macosx. Or search for Mac OS X in Mac Help. Why youll love a Mac at www.apple.com/getamac/whymac. The iLife website at www.apple.com/ilife. Or open an iLife application, open Help for the application, and then type a question in the search field. System Preferences by choosing Apple (K) > System Preferences. Or search for system preferences in Mac Help. Mac Help and search for trackpad. Or open System Preferences and click Trackpad. Mac Help and search for camera. Mac Help and search for keyboard. The AirPort Support page at www.apple.com/support/airport. Or open Mac Help and search for AirPort.
Changing system preferences Using the trackpad Using the FaceTime HD camera Using the keyboard Using AirPort Extreme wireless technology
To learn about Using Bluetooth wireless technology
See The Bluetooth Support page at www.apple.com/support/ bluetooth. Or open the Bluetooth File Exchange application, located in the Utilities folder within the Applications folder, and choose Help > Bluetooth Help. Mac Help and search for battery. Mac Help and search for printing. Mac Help and search for FireWire or USB. Mac Help and search for Internet. Mac Help and search for Thunderbolt. Mac Help and search for display port. Mac Help and search for Front Row. Mac Help and search for burn disc. The Specifications page at support.apple.com/specs. Or open System Profiler by choosing Apple (K) > About This Mac from the menu bar, and then click More Info. The Apple website at www.apple.com. The Mac App Store (available in Mac OS X v10.6.6 or later). The Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support.

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 tilt up the drive.

Bracket

Pull tab
6 Hold the drive by its sides while you gently pull the connector on the left side of the drive to disconnect it. Dont press the drive between your fingers, and avoid touching the circuitry on the underside of the drive.
The connector is attached to a cable and remains in the hard disk drive bay. Important: There are four (4) mounting screws on the sides of your hard disk drive. If your replacement drive doesnt include mounting screws, remove the ones from your old drive and mount them on the replacement drive before you install it.

Mounting screws

7 Attach the connector to the left side of the replacement drive.
8 Insert the replacement drive at an angle, making sure the mounting screws are seated properly.
9 Replace the bracket and tighten the screws.
10Replace the bottom case. Replace and tighten the ten screws you removed in step 2 in their proper locations, making sure to insert the shorter screws at the angles shown in the illustration.
For information about installing Mac OS X and bundled applications, see Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBookPro on page60.
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Installing Additional Memory
Your computer has two memory slots that you access by removing the bottom case. Your MacBookPro comes with a minimum of 4 gigabytes (GB) of 1333 MHz Double Data Rate (DDR3) Synchronous Dynamic Random-Access Memory (SDRAM) installed. Each memory slot can accept an SDRAM module that meets the following specifications:
Double Data Rate Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module (DDR3) format 30 mm (1.18 inches) 204-pin 2 GB or 4 GB PC3-10600S DDRMHz Type RAM
You can add two 4 GB memory modules for a maximum of 8 GB of memory. For best performance, fill both memory slots and install an identical memory module in each slot. To install memory in your MacBookPro: 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 beginning on page37 to remove the bottom case. Important: When you remove the bottom case, you expose sensitive internal components, which can be affected by static electricity. 2 Before touching the memory assembly, discharge any static electricity from your body by touching a metal surface inside the computer.
3 Push the levers on the sides of the memory module outward to release the module from the memory card slot. The memory pops up at an angle. Before removing it, make sure you see the half-circle notches. If you dont, try pushing the levers outward again.

Notches

4 Hold the memory module by its notches and remove it from the slot. 5 Remove the other memory module. Important: Hold the memory modules by their edges, and do not touch the gold connectors. 6 Insert the new memory module in the slot: aAlign the notch on the gold edge of the module with the notch in the lower memory slot. bTilt the card and push the memory into the slot. cUse two fingers with firm, even pressure to push down on the memory module. You should hear a click when the memory is inserted correctly. dRepeat to install an additional memory module in the top slot. Press down on the module to make sure it is level.

7 Follow the instructions for replacing the bottom case in step 10 on page43.
Making Sure Your MacBook Pro Recognizes the New Memory
After installing additional memory in your MacBookPro, check whether the computer recognizes the new memory. To check the computers memory: 1 Start up your MacBookPro. 2 When you see the Mac OS X desktop, choose Apple () from the menu bar and then choose About This Mac. For a detailed breakdown of the amount of memory installed in your computer, open System Profiler by clicking More Info, and then click Memory. If your MacBookPro doesnt recognize the memory or doesnt start up correctly, confirm that the memory you installed is compatible with your. and that its installed correctly.

Problem, Meet Solution

www.apple.com/support Mac Help help
Occasionally, you may have problems while working with your MacBookPro. 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 MacBookPro Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbookpro. When you experience a problem working with your MacBookPro, theres usually a simple and quick solution. Think about the conditions that led up to the problem. Making a note of things you did before the problem occurred will help you narrow down possible causes and find the answers you need. Things to note include:
The applications you were using when the problem occurred. Problems that occur
only with a specific application might indicate that the application is not compatible with the version of the Mac OS installed on your computer.
Any new software that you installed, especially software that added items to the

System folder.

Any new hardware that you installed, such as additional memory or a peripheral.
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Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBook Pro
If your MacBookPro doesnt respond or the pointer doesnt 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 computer. To force an application to quit: 1 Press Command (x)-Option-Esc or choose Apple () > Force Quit from the menu bar. The Force Quit Applications dialog appears with the application selected. 2 Click Force Quit. The application quits, leaving all other applications open. If you need to, you can also restart the Finder from this dialog. Next, save your work in any open applications and restart the computer to make sure the problem is entirely cleared up. If the problem occurs frequently, choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar at the top of the screen. Search for the word freeze to get help for times when the computer freezes or doesnt respond. If the problem occurs only when you use a particular application, check with the applications manufacturer to see if its compatible with your computer. To get support and contact information for the software that comes with your MacBookPro, go to www.apple.com/guide. If you know an application is compatible, you might need to reinstall your computers system software. See Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBookPro on page60.

If you still cant start up your MacBookPro, see Learning More, Service, and Support
on page62 for information about contacting Apple for service.
If the display suddenly goes black or your MacBookPro freezes Try restarting your MacBookPro. 1 Unplug any devices that are connected to your MacBookPro, except the power adapter. 2 Press the power () button to restart the system. 3 Let the battery charge to at least 10 percent before plugging in any external devices and resuming your work. To see how much the battery has charged, click the Battery ( menu bar. ) status icon in the
The display might also darken if you have energy saver features set for the battery. If you press the battery button, and all battery indicator lights flash five times quickly Your battery needs to be replaced. Contact an Apple Retail Store or an Apple Authorized Service Provider (AASP). If you press the battery button, and the battery indicator lights flash from left to right and then from right to left, five times in a row Your battery is not recognized. Contact an Apple Retail Store or an Apple Authorized Service Provider. If you forget your password You can reset your administrator password and passwords for all other accounts. 1 Insert the Mac OS X Install DVD. Then restart your computer and hold down the C key as it starts up. 2 When prompted, choose your preferred language. 3 When the next screen appears, choose Reset Password from the Utilities menu in the menu bar. Follow the onscreen instructions.
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If you have trouble ejecting a disc Quit any applications that might be using the disc and try again. If that doesnt work, restart the computer and then immediately press and hold the trackpad button.
Using Apple Hardware Test
If you suspect a problem with the MacBookPro hardware, you can use the Apple Hardware Test application to help determine if there is a problem with one of the computers components, such as the memory or processor. To use Apple Hardware Test: 1 Disconnect all external devices from your computer except the power adapter. If you have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect it. 2 Restart your computer and hold down the D key as it starts up. 3 When the Apple Hardware Test chooser screen appears, select the language for your location. 4 Press the Return key or click the right arrow button. 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. Make a note of the error code before pursuing support options. If Apple Hardware Test doesnt detect a hardware failure, the problem might be software related. If this procedure doesnt work, you can insert the Applications Install DVD and hold down the D key to use Apple Hardware Test.
Problems with Your Internet Connection
Your MacBookPro 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. 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. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. If Network Diagnostics cant 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. You can try the following steps. 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. Some ISPs recommend that you unplug the modems power cord. If your modem has a reset button, you can press it either before or after you turn the power off and on.

access point. Nearby electronic devices or metal structures can interfere with wireless communication and reduce this range. Repositioning or rotating the computer might improve reception.
Check the AirPort (Z) status icon in the menu bar. Up to four bars appear, indicating
signal strength. If you dont see the bars, try changing your location.
See AirPort Help (choose Help > Mac Help, and then choose Library > AirPort Help
from the menu bar). Also see the instructions that came with the wireless device for more information.
Keeping Your Software Up to Date
You can connect to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other enhancements from Apple. When you are connected to the Internet, Software Update checks to see if any updates are available for your computer. You can set your MacBookPro to check for updates periodically, and then you can download and install updated software. To check for updated software: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 2 Click the Software Update icon and follow the instructions on the screen.
For more information, search for Software Update in Mac Help. For the latest information about Mac OS X, go to www.apple.com/macosx.
Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBookPro
Use the software installation discs that came with your MacBookPro to reinstall MacOSX and any applications that came with your computer. Dont attempt to install an earlier version of MacOSX on your computer. You can install MacOSX without erasing the target volume, which saves your existing files and settings, or you can erase the volume first, which erases all your data and leaves the computer ready for you to reinstall Mac OS X and applications. Important: Apple recommends that you back up the data on your hard disk before restoring software. Apple is not responsible for any lost data.

Installing Mac OS X

To install Mac OS X: 1 Back up your important files. 2 Insert the Mac OS X Install DVD that came with your computer. 3 Double-click Install Mac OS X. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. Note: To restore Mac OS X on your MacBookPro to the original factory settings, you must first erase the volume you want to install on. You can do this during installation using Disk Utility. For instructions, see the Knowledge Base article at support.apple.com/kb/ht3910. 5 When the installation is complete, click Restart to restart your computer. 6 Follow the prompts in Setup Assistant to set up your user account. If you erase your hard disk during installation, you need to reinstall your applications; see the following section.

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Reinstalling Applications
If you erased your hard disk as part of reinstalling MacOSX, you must reinstall the applications that came with your MacBookPro, such as the iLife applications. To install the applications that came with your MacBookPro: 1 Back up your important files. 2 Insert the Applications Install DVD that came with your MacBookPro. 3 Double-click Install Bundled Software. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. 5 When the installation is complete, click Close.

Using Disk Utility

You can use Disk Utility to repair, verify, or erase the MacBookPro hard disk. To use Disk Utility: 1 Insert the Mac OS X Install DVD that came with your computer. 2 Double-click Install Mac OS X. 3 After selecting your language, choose Utilities > Open Disk Utility and then follow the instructions in the First Aid pane to see if Disk Utility can repair the disk. 4 Quit MacOS X Installer. If using Disk Utility doesnt help, try reinstalling the MacBookPro system software. See Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your MacBookPro on page60.
Learning More, Service, and Support
Your MacBookPro does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the hard drive and the memory. If you need service, contact Apple or take your MacBookPro to an Apple Authorized Service Provider. You can find more information about the MacBookPro through online resources, onscreen help, System Profiler, or Apple Hardware Test. Online Resources For online service and support information, go to www.apple.com/support. Choose your country from the pop-up menu. You can search the AppleCare Knowledge Base, check for software updates, or get help from Apples discussion forums. The latest product specific information can be found at www.apple.com/support/macbookpro. Onscreen Help You can look for answers to your questions, as well as instructions and troubleshooting information, in Mac Help. Choose Help > Mac Help. System Profiler To get information about your MacBookPro, use System Profiler. It shows you what hardware and software is installed, the serial number and operating system version, how much memory is installed, and more. To open System Profiler, choose Apple () > About This Mac from the menu bar and then click More Info.
AppleCare Service and Support
Your MacBookPro comes with 90 days of technical support and one year of hardware repair warranty coverage at an Apple Retail Store or an Apple-authorized repair center, such as an Apple Authorized Service Provider (AASP). You can extend your coverage by purchasing the AppleCare Protection Plan. For information, go to www.apple.com/support/products or the website for your country listed below.

Chapter 5Last, but Not Least
To operate the computer safely and reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries, follow these guidelines:
Set up your MacBookPro on a stable work surface that allows for adequate air
circulation under and around the computer.
Do not operate your MacBookPro on a pillow, blanket, or other soft material, because
the material can block the airflow vents.
Never place anything over the keyboard when operating your MacBookPro. Do not push objects into the ventilation openings. If your MacBookPro is on your lap and gets uncomfortably warm, remove it from
your lap and place it on a stable work surface. Water and wet locations Keep your MacBookPro away from sources of liquid, such as drinks, washbasins, bathtubs, shower stalls, and so on. Protect your MacBookPro from dampness or wet weather, such as rain, snow, and fog. 85W MagSafe Power Adapter Use only the power adapter that came with your MacBookPro, or an Apple-authorized power adapter that is compatible with this product. Make sure the AC plug or AC power cord is fully inserted into the power adapter before plugging the adapter into a power outlet. The power adapter may become very warm during normal use. The MagSafe Power Adapter complies with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950-1).
To reduce the possibility of overheating the power adapter or of heat-related injuries, do one of the following:
Plug the power adapter directly into a power outlet.

MagSafe Power Adapter

If youre using the AC power cord, place the power adapter on a desk, table, or on the
floor in a well-ventilated location.
AC power cord MagSafe connector
Disconnect the power adapter and disconnect any other cables if any of the following conditions exists:
You want to add memory or upgrade the hard disk drive. You want to clean the case (use only the recommended procedure described on

page72).

The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged. Your MacBookPro or power adapter is exposed to rain, excessive moisture, or liquid

spilled into the case.

Your MacBookPro or power adapter has been dropped, the case has been damaged,
or you suspect that 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 (25 mm) of this port. If debris gets into the MagSafe power port, remove it gently with a dry cotton swab. 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 volume of sound that may sound normal but can be damaging to your hearing. If you experience ringing in your ears or muffled speech, stop listening and have your hearing checked. The louder the volume, the less time is required before your hearing could be affected. Hearing experts suggest that to protect your hearing:
Limit the amount of time you use earbuds or headphones at high volume. Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings. Turn the volume down if you cant hear people speaking near you.
High-risk activities This computer is not intended for use in the operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or communications systems, air traffic control systems, or for any other uses where the failure of the computer could lead to death, personal injury, or severe environmental damage.
Laser Information for Optical Disc Drives
WARNING: Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified in your equipments manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure. The optical disc drive in your computer contains a laser that is safe in normal use but that may be harmful to your eyes if disassembled. For your safety, have this equipment serviced only by an Apple Authorized Service Provider.
Important Handling Information
NOTICE: Failure to follow these handling instructions could result in damage to your MacBookPro or other property. Operating environment Operating your MacBookPro outside these ranges may affect performance:
Operating temperature: 50 to 95 F (10 to 35 C) Storage temperature: -4 to 113 F (-20 to 45 C) Relative humidity: 5% to 90% (noncondensing) Operating altitude: 0 to 10,000 feet (0 to 3048 meters)
Turning on your MacBookPro Never turn on your MacBookPro unless all of its internal and external parts are in place. Operating the computer when parts are missing may be dangerous and may damage your computer. Carrying your MacBookPro If you carry your MacBookPro 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 port. Also, keep magnetically sensitive items away from the MagSafe power port. Using connectors and ports Never force a connector into a port. When connecting a device, make sure the port is free of debris, that the connector matches the port, and that you have positioned the connector correctly in relation to the port.

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 collection points accept products for free. 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. Trkiye
Brasil: Informaes sobre descarte e reciclagem
Disposal and Recycling Information
O smbolo indica que este produto e/ou sua bateria no devem ser descartadas no lixo domstico. Quando decidir descartar este produto e/ou sua bateria, faa-o de acordo com as leis e diretrizes ambientais locais. Para informaes sobre o programa de reciclagem da Apple, pontos de coleta e telefone de informaes, visite www.apple.com/br/environment. Battery Disposal Information Dispose of batteries according to your local environmental laws and guidelines. Deutschland: Dieses Gert enthlt Batterien. Bitte nicht in den Hausmll werfen. Entsorgen Sie dieses Gert am Ende seines Lebenszyklus entsprechend der mageblichen gesetzlichen Regelungen. Nederlands: Gebruikte batterijen kunnen worden ingeleverd bij de chemokar of in een speciale batterijcontainer voor klein chemisch afval (kca) worden gedeponeerd.
This symbol indicates that your product must be disposed of properly according to local laws and regulations. When your product reaches its end of life, contact Apple or your local authorities to learn about recycling options. For information about Apples recycling program, go to www.apple.com/environment/recycling.
AC plug 10 AC power adapter. Seepower adapter AC power cord 10 adapter, power. Seepower adapter AirPort Extreme connecting wirelessly 11 problems 58 using 32 AppleCare 62 Apple Hardware Test 55 Apple Remote 21 application freeze 51 applications FaceTime 21 Front Row 33 iChat 21 iLife 32, 61 Photo Booth 21 reinstalling 61 audio in port 25 audio out port 25

battery disposal 78 general information 30 indicator lights 21, 30, 54 performance 30 storing 72 blinking question mark 52 brightness keys 23 built-in speakers 21 button, power 12, 21
inventory 9 putting to sleep 16 shutting down 17 turning on 12 wont turn on 53 connecting to a network 11 conserving battery power 30 Control-click 27 controls. Seekeys cord, power 10
cable modem 11 camera 21 camera indicator light 21 carrying your computer 71 changing password 54 System Preferences 16 the desktop 16 checking memory 48 cleaning the screen 72 your computer 72 computer disposal 78 freezes 52
Dashboard 23 data transfer 25 desktop, customizing 16 discs ejecting 55 software installation 60 supported types 72 Disk Utility 61 display, external 25 See also screen disposing of batteries 78 disposing of your computer 78 Dock 31 downloading software 59 drive, optical 21 DSL modem 11
ejecting a disc 55 Energy Saver preferences 30 environmental impact 75 ergonomics 73 Ethernet connecting to 11 port 25 Expos key 23
help, finding answers 31 high-speed data transfer 25 high-speed USB 25
F1 to F12 function keys 23 FaceTime application 21 FaceTime HD camera 21 factory settings 60 FireWire connections 33 port 25 flashing question mark 52 Force Quit 51 four-finger swiping 29 Front Row application 33 frozen application 51 Function (fn) key 23
iChat application 21 iLife applications 32, 61 infrared (IR) receiver 21 installation instructions memory 44 overview 8 installing applications 61 Mac OS X 60 Internet connecting to 11 connection problems 56 inventory of items 9 IP address, sharing 58 IP masquerading 58
Expos 23 function 23 keyboard illumination 23 media 23 Media Eject 23 mute 23 volume 23
lights battery 30, 54 sleep indicator 21

gestures, trackpad 26

hand positions 73 hard disk drive 37 headphone port 25
keyboard ergonomics 73 illumination keys 23 media keys 23 shortcuts 27 See also keys Keynote application 21 keys brightness 23 Dashboard 23
Mac App Store 33 Mac Help 31 Mac OS X reinstalling 60 website 32 MagSafe power adapter. Seepower adapter Media Eject key 23 media keys 23 memory checking 48 installing 44 specifications 44 microphone 21 migrating information 14 Migration Assistant 14 Mini DisplayPort technology 25 Looking for Something? 83

15-inch MacBook Pro

Environmental Report
Apple and the Environment
Apple believes that improving the environmental performance of our business starts with our products. The careful environmental management of our products throughout their life cycles includes controlling the quantity and type of materials used in their manufacture, improving their energy efficiency, and designing them for better recyclability. The information below details the environmental performance of the 15-inch MacBook Pro as it relates to climate change, energy efficiency, material efficiency, and restricted substances.
Model MC371, MC372, MC373 Date introduced April 13, 2010

Climate Change

Greenhouse gas emissions have an impact on the planets balance of land, ocean, and air temperature. Most of Apples corporate greenhouse gas emissions come from the production, transport, use, and recycling of its products. Apple seeks to minimize greenhouse gas emissions by setting stringent design-related goals for material and energy efficiency. The chart below provides the estimated greenhouse gas emissions for the 15-inch MacBook Pro over its life cycle. Greenhouse Gas Emissions for 15-inch MacBook Pro
Recycling, <1% Transport, 6%
The 15-inch MacBook Pro is designed with the following features to reduce environmental impact:

Customer use, 27%

Production, 66%
Arsenic-free display glass Brominated flame retardantfree Highly recyclable aluminum and glass enclosure Mercury-free LED-backlit display
Total greenhouse gas emissions: 630 kg CO2e

Energy E ciency

Because one of the largest portions of product-related greenhouse gas emissions results from its use, energy efficiency is a key part of each products design. Apple products use powerefficient components and software that intelligently powers them down during periods of inactivity. The result is that the MacBook Pro is energy efficient right out of the box. The 15-inch MacBook Pro outperforms the stringent requirements of the ENERGY STAR Program Requirements for Computers Version 5.0 and has been designed to be even more efficient than previous models, consuming 38 percent less energy than the original 15-inch MacBook Pro. The following table details the power consumed in different use modes: Power Consumption for 15-inch MacBook Pro
Mode Power adapter, no-load Off Sleep IdleDisplay off / on Power adapter efficiency 100V 0.21W 0.39W 1.58W 10.3W / 17.7W 88.1% 115V 0.24W 0.40W 1.61W 10.1W / 17.2W 88.4% 230V 0.25W 0.47W 1.64W 9.8W / 17.2W 88.3% 1

PVC-free1

Meets ENERGY STAR Version 5.0 requirements 15-inch MacBook Pro achieved a Gold rating from EPEAT2

Material E ciency

Battery chemistry System battery: lithium-ion polymer, 73 Whr Free of lead, cadmium, and mercury Battery design The 15-inch MacBook Pro features a breakthrough battery design that dramatically improves its lifespanup to five years. So it uses just one battery in the same time a typical notebook uses three.
Apples ultracompact product and packaging designs lead the industry in material efficiency. Reducing the material footprint of a product helps maximize shipping efficiency. It also helps reduce energy consumed during production and material waste generated at the end of the products life. Waste is further minimized by using batteries that last up to three times longer than typical notebook batteries. The 15-inch MacBook Pro enclosure is made of aluminum and glass, materials highly desired by recyclers. The chart below details the materials used in this model. Material Use for 15-inch MacBook Pro
Aluminum, 625g Others, 58g Glass, 132g Keyboard and trackpad, 154g Other metals, 175g Hard drive and optical drive, 240g Circuit boards, 250g Battery, 440g

Display, 420g

Packaging The packaging for the 15-inch MacBook Pro uses corrugated cardboard made from a minimum of 25 percent post-consumer recycled content and molded fiber made entirely from post-consumer recycled content. In addition, the retail packaging is extremely material efficient, consuming 37 percent less volume than the original 15-inch MacBook Pro. The following table details the materials used in its packaging. Packaging Breakdown for 15-inch MacBook Pro (U.S. Configurations)
Material The 15-inch MacBook Pro retail packaging consumes 37 percent less volume than the original 15-inch MacBook Pro. Its retail and shipping packaging contain three times as much post-consumer recycled content as the original 15-inch MacBook Pro. Paper (corrugate, paperboard) Molded fiber High-impact polystyrene Other plastics Retail box 424g

Retail and shipping box 887g 248g 202g 72g

202g 54g

Restricted Substances
Apple has long taken the lead in restricting harmful substances from its products and packaging. As part of this strategy, all Apple products comply with the strict European Directive on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment, also known as the RoHS Directive. Examples of materials restricted by RoHS include lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, and the brominated flame retardants (BFRs) PBB and PBDE. The 15-inch MacBook Pro goes even further than the requirements of the RoHS Directive by incorporating the following more aggressive restrictions: Mercury-free display Arsenic-free display glass BFRfree Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)-free internal cables and power adapter DC cable PVC-free AC power cord for United States, Canada, Mexico, Colombia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Panama, Peru, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Venezuela

Recycling

Through ultra-efficient design and use of highly recyclable materials, Apple has minimized material waste at the products end of life. In addition, Apple offers and participates in various product take-back and recycling programs in 95 percent of the regions where Apple products are sold. All products are processed in the country or region in which they are collected. For more information on how to take advantage of these programs, visit www.apple.com/environment/recycling/.

MacBook

Denitions
Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT): A program that ranks computers and displays based on environmental attributes in accordance with IEEE 1680. For more information, visit www.epeat.net. Greenhouse gas emissions: Estimated emissions are calculated in accordance with guidelines and requirements as specified by ISO 14040 and ISO 14044. Calculation includes emissions from the following life-cycle phases contributing to Global Warming Potential (GWP 100 years) in CO2 equivalency factors (CO2e): Production: Includes the extraction, production, and transport of raw materials and the manufacture of the product, as well as product packaging. Transport: Includes air and sea transportation of the finished product and its associated packaging from the manufacturing site to continental distribution hubs. Transport of products from distribution hubs to the end customer is not included. Use: User power consumption assumes a four-year period. Consumption patterns are modeled according to European Commission and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency computer eco-design studies. Geographic differences in the power grid mix have been accounted for at a continental level. Recycling: Includes transportation from collection hubs to recycling centers and the energy used in mechanical separation and shredding of parts. Energy efficiency terms: The energy values in this report are based on the ENERGY STAR Program Requirements for Computers Version 5.0 and/or ENERGY STAR Program Requirements for Single Voltage External AC-DC and AC-AC Power Supplies Version 2.0. For more information, visit www.energystar.gov. Off: Lowest power mode of the system when the battery is fully charged and the system is shut down. Also referred to as Standby. IdleDisplay on: System is on and has completed loading Mac OS X; the display is set to its full brightness. IdleDisplay off: System is on and has completed loading Mac OS X; the display is set to sleep. Sleep: Low power state that is entered automatically after 10 minutes of inactivity (default), or by selecting Sleep from the Apple menu. Wake-on-LAN is enabled. Power adapter, no-load: Condition in which the power adapter is connected to AC power, but not connected to the system. Power adapter efficiency: Average of the power adapters measured efficiency when tested at 100 percent, 75 percent, 50 percent, and 25 percent of the power adapters rated current. Restricted substances: Apple defines a material as BFR-free and PVC-free if it contains less than 900 parts per million (ppm) of bromine and chlorine.

1. PVC-free AC power cord available in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Colombia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Panama, Peru, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Venezuela. 2. 15-inch MacBook Pro achieved a Gold rating from EPEAT in the United States, France, Germany, and the UK. 2010 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.