User Manual
Table Of Contents
- Congratulations, you and your MacBookPro were made for each other.
- Contents
- 1 Ready, Set Up, Go
- What’s in the Box
- Setting Up Your MacBookPro
- Step1: Plug In the 85W MagSafe Power Adapter to provide power to the MacBookPro and charge th...
- Step2: Connect to a wireless or wired network.
- Step3: Press the power (®) button briefly to turn on your MacBookPro.
- Step4: Configure your MacBookPro with Setup Assistant.
- Migrating Information to Your MacBookPro
- Step5: Customize the MacOSX desktop and set preferences.
- Putting Your MacBookPro to Sleep or Shutting It Down
- 2 Life with Your MacBookPro
- 3 Boost Your MacBookPro
- 4 Problem, Meet Solution
- Problems That Prevent You from Using Your MacBookPro
- 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 MacBookPro
- Learning More, Service, and Support
- Locating Your Product Serial Number
- 5 Last, but Not Least
- Regulatory Compliance Information
- Index
Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 73
Storing your MacBook Pro If you are going to store your MacBook Pro for an
extended period of time, keep it in a cool location (ideally, 71° F or 22° C) and discharge
the battery to 50 percent or less. When storing your MacBook Pro for longer than five
months, discharge the battery to approximately 50 percent. To maintain the capacity of
the battery, recharge the battery to 50 percent every six months or so.
Cleaning your MacBook Pro When cleaning the outside of your MacBook Pro and its
components, first shut down your MacBook Pro and unplug the power adapter. Then
use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth to clean the computer’s exterior. Avoid getting
moisture in any openings. Do not spray liquid directly on the computer. Do not use
aerosol sprays, solvents, or abrasives that might damage the finish.
Cleaning your MacBook Pro screen To clean your MacBook Pro screen, first shut down
your MacBook Pro and unplug the power adapter. Then dampen the included cleaning
cloth with just water and wipe the screen. Do not spray liquid directly on the screen.