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Getting Answers
Much more information about using your MacBook is available in Mac Help on your 
computer, and on the Internet at www.apple.com/support/macbook.
To get Mac Help:
1Click the Finder icon in the Dock (the bar of icons along the edge of the screen).
2Click 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. 
						

							 
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More Information
For more information about using your MacBook, see the following:
To learn aboutSee
Installing memory Chapter 3, “Boost Your MacBook,” on page 35.
Troubleshooting your 
MacBook if you have 
a problemChapter 4, “Problem, Meet Solution,” on page 51.
Finding service and support 
for your MacBook“Learning More, Service, and Support” on page 63. Or see the 
Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbook.
Using Mac OS X The Mac OS X website at www.apple.com/macosx. Or search for 
“Mac OS X” in Mac Help. 
Moving from a PC to a Mac “Why you’ll love a Mac” at www.apple.com/getamac/whymac. 
Using iLife applications 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.
Changing system preferences System Preferences by choosing Apple (
K) > System 
Preferences. Or search for “system preferences” in Mac Help.
Using your trackpad Mac Help and search for “trackpad.” Or open System Preferences 
and click Trackpad.
Using your keyboard Mac Help and search for “keyboard.”
Using the iSight camera Mac Help and search for “iSight.”
Using AirPort Extreme wireless 
technologyThe AirPort Support page at www.apple.com/support/airport. 
						

							 
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technologyThe 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.
Caring for the battery Mac Help and search for “battery.”
Connecting a printer Mac Help and search for “printing.”
USB connections Mac Help and search for “USB.”
Connecting to the Internet Mac Help and search for “Internet.”
Connecting an external display Mac Help and search for “displayport.”
Front Row Mac Help and search for “Front Row.”
Burning a CD or DVD Mac Help and search for “burn disc.”
Specifications The Specifications page at www.apple.com/support/specs. 
Or open System Profiler by choosing Apple (
K) > About This 
Mac from the menu bar, and then click More Info.
Apple news, free downloads, 
and online catalogs of 
software and hardwareThe Apple website at www.apple.com.
Instructions, technical support, 
and manuals for Apple 
productsThe Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support.
To learn aboutSee 
						

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www.apple.com/store
Mac HelpRAM 
						

							 
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This chapter provides information and instructions for upgrading the hard drive and 
installing additional memory in your MacBook. 
The battery in your MacBook is not user-replaceable. If you think your battery needs to 
be replaced, contact an Apple Retail Store or an Apple Authorized Service Provider. WARNING:  Apple recommends that you have an Apple-certified technician install 
replacement drives and memory. Consult the service and support information that 
came with your computer for information about how to contact Apple for service. 
If you attempt to install a replacement drive or memory and you damage your 
equipment, such damage is not covered by the limited warranty on your computer. 
						

							 
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Replacing the Hard Disk Drive
You can upgrade the hard disk drive in your MacBook. When you open the back of your 
MacBook, the hard disk drive is located next to the built-in battery. The replacement 
drive must be a 2.5-inch drive with a Serial ATA (SATA) connector.
To replace the hard disk drive in your MacBook:
1Shut down your MacBook. Disconnect the power adapter, Ethernet cable, USB cables, 
security lock, and any other cables connected to the MacBook to prevent damaging 
the computer. 
2Turn over your MacBook and remove the eight (8) screws that secure the bottom case. 
Lift off the case from the hinged side, and place it aside.  WARNING:  The internal components of your MacBook can be warm. If you have 
been using your MacBook, wait 10 minutes after shutting down to let the internal 
components cool before continuing. 
						

							 
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Important:  The screws along the front edge are different from the screws along the 
back edge. Keep the two types separate, and put them aside in a safe place. 
						

							 
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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.
3Touch a metal surface inside the computer to discharge any static electricity from 
your body. 
						

							 
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4Locate 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.
5Using the pull tab, gently lift the drive out of the bay.
Bracket
Pull tab