Apple Macbook Mid2007 User Guide

 
 
 
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Built-in microphone
 
Capture sounds directly with the microphone (located to the left of the iSight camera) or talk with friends live over broadband using the included iChat AV application.
 
Built-in iSight camera and camera indicator light
 
Videoconference with others using iChat AV, snap pictures with Photo Booth, or capture video with iMovie HD. The indicator light glows when the iSight camera is operating.
 
Built-in stereo speakers
 
Listen to...

 
 
 
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Keyboard Features of Your MacBook
esc num lock F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 
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Function key (fn)
VolumecontrolsBrightnesscontrols
NumLock keyMediaEject keyMutecontrol
Standardfunction keys
Video ModeToggle key  

 
 
 
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Function (Fn) key
 
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.”
 
F1, F2 (brightness controls)
 
Increase () or decrease () the brightness of your MacBook display.
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F3 (mute control)
 
Mute the sound coming from the built-in speakers and headphone port.
-F4, F5 (volume controls)Increase...

 
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Ports on Your MacBook
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Gigabit Ethernetport (10/100/1000Base-T)
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Security slot
Headphoneout/opticaldigital audioout port
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Audio in/optical digitalaudio in port
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Mini-DVIport£FireWire400 portHUSB 2.0portsdMagSafe powerport  

 
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¯MagSafe power portPlug in the included 60W MagSafe Power Adapter to recharge the MacBook battery.
GGigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T)Connect to a high-speed Ethernet network, a DSL or cable modem, or another computer. The Ethernet port automatically detects Ethernet devices and doesn’t require an Ethernet crossover cable.
£Mini-DVI (video out) portConnect to an external display, projection device, or TV that uses a DVI, VGA, composite, or S-video connector....

 
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Using the MacBook Battery 
When the MagSafe power adapter is not connected, your MacBook draws power from 
its battery. The length of time that you can run your MacBook varies, depending on the 
applications you use and the external devices connected to your MacBook. Turning off 
features such as AirPort Extreme or Bluetooth® wireless technology can help conserve 
battery charge.
If the battery runs low while you are working, attach your power adapter and let the...

 
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The amount of battery charge left can also be checked 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 you are 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...

 
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Getting Answers
Much more information about using your MacBook is available in Mac Help 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).
2Choose Help > Mac Help (click the Help menu in the menu bar and choose Mac Help).
3Click in the search field, type a question, and press Return on the keyboard.  

 
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More Information
For more information about using your MacBook, see the following:
To learn aboutSee
Installing memoryChapter 3, “Boost Your Memory,” on page 31.
Troubleshooting your MacBook if you have a problem
Chapter 4, “Problem, Meet Solution,” on page 41.
Finding service and support for your MacBook“Learning More, Service, and Support” on page 52. Or see the Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support/macbook.
Using Mac OS XThe Mac OS X website at...

 
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Using AirPort Extreme wireless technologyThe AirPort Support page at www.apple.com/support/airport.Or open AirPort Help by clicking and holding the Home button at the top of a Mac Help page, and then select AirPort Help from the list.
Using Bluetooth wireless 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 >...