Apple macbook pro 15 inch mid 2009 User Manual

MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) Basics — General Information 21 2010-12-15
The antiglare display models have a Bluetooth card and antenna in the top left corner. 
The Glass Panel
Warning: The glass panel for this model is not a serviceable part. If the glass is broken or 
scratched, replace the display assembly. Attempting to remove the glass can permanently 
shatter the display face and damage other parts.
To clean the glass panel, use the Apple polishing cloth (922-8245) and iKlear Apple Polish or...

MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) Basics — General Information 22 2010-12-15
Keycap Replacement
Service packages of 78 replacement keycaps are now available in the U.S. and Canada (U.S. 
version keyboard only) for designated MacBook and MacBook Pro computers. The packages 
allow you to replace individual keycaps rather than the entire top case. 
There are four different keycap packages, based on the color of the key and the type of 
keyboard (version D and S). 
Part numberKey colorKeyboard...

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Troubleshooting
MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009)   

MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) General Troubleshooting — Apple Service Diagnostics 24 2010-12-15
General Troubleshooting
Update System Software
Important: Whenever possible before beginning troubleshooting, ensure the latest software 
and firmware updates have been applied.
Apple Service Diagnostics
Run Apple Service Diagnostic to determine if any of the thermal sensors are malfunctioning. 
Replace any failing sensors. See chart below for correlation between error code and part.
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TC0DLogic...

MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) General Troubleshooting — Hardware vs. Software 25 2010-12-15
Hardware vs. Software
For information on how to isolate a hardware issue from a software issue, refer to:
TS1394—Mac OS X: Troubleshooting installation and software updates 
HT2956—Troubleshooting Mac OS X installation from CD or DVD 
For information on how to troubleshoot a software issue, refer to:
HT1199—Mac OS X: How to troubleshoot a software issue 
Clamshell Service Diagnostic Read Me
Isolating video and...

MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) General Troubleshooting — Functional Overview 26 2010-12-15
Functional Overview
Refer to this diagram for symptoms related to MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) logic board 
connectors.
Right Fan :
-intermittent shutdown
-freezes
-noisy fan
Right Speaker and 
Subwoofer:
-no sound from right speaker 
or woofer
-distorted right or center 
soundClamshell to Airport, 
Bluetooth, iSight and 
ambient light sensor :
-any of these 
communications failing
-no keyboard backlight...

MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) General Troubleshooting — Block Diagram, MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) 27 2010-12-15
Block Diagram, MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009)
Refer to this diagram to see how modules are interrelated.  

MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) General Troubleshooting — Liquid Contact Indicators 28 2010-12-15
Liquid Contact Indicators
Liquid Contact Indicators (LCI) have been added to specific locations on current Mac portables 
and desktop keyboards to help determine if systems have been exposed to liquid. Damage due 
to liquid exposure is not covered by the Apple one (1) year limited warranty or the AppleCare 
Protection Plan (APP). Normally represented by small white dots, the LCIs turn red when they 
have...

MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) General Troubleshooting — Common Reset Procedures 29 2010-12-15
Resetting the Parameter RAM (PRAM)
To reset PRAM, 
1. If the computer is on, turn it off.
2.  Locate the following keys on the keyboard: Command, Option, P, and R. You will need to 
hold these keys down simultaneously in Step 4.
Note: If the keyboard does not have an Option key, use the Alt key instead.
3. Turn on the computer.
4.  Press and hold the Command-Option-P-R keys. 
Important: You must press this key...

MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) General Troubleshooting — Display Issue: Pixel Anomalies 30 2010-12-15
Display Issue: Pixel Anomalies
When displaying a single color over the screen area, the LCD panel might show one or more 
pixels that are not properly lit. To determine if the display has an acceptable number of pixel 
anomalies, follow the steps below:
1. Set the display image to one of the following colors: all-white, all-red, all-green, all-blue, or 
all-black display. Knowledge Base article 112125:...