User manual SONY VAIO VPC-CW18FX/P

[. . . ] If you have never used a MacBook Pro or are new to Macintosh computers, read this chapter for help getting started. Important: Read all the installation instructions (and the safety information starting on page 63) carefully before you first use your computer. If you are an experienced user, you may already know enough to get started. Make sure you look over the information in Chapter 2, "Life with Your MacBook Pro, " to find out about the new features of this MacBook Pro. [. . . ]  If you still can't start up your MacBook Pro, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 59 for information about contacting Apple for service. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 51 If the display suddenly goes black or your MacBook Pro freezes Try restarting your MacBook Pro. 1 Unplug any devices that are connected to your MacBook Pro, 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 forgot your password You can reset your administrator password and passwords for all other accounts. Then restart your computer and hold down the C key as it starts up. 2 Choose Utilities > Reset Password from the menu bar and follow the onscreen instructions. If you have trouble ejecting a disc  Quit any applications that might be using the disc and try again. If that doesn't work, restart the computer and then immediately press and hold the trackpad button. 52 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Using Apple Hardware Test If you suspect a problem with the MacBook Pro hardware, you can use the Apple Hardware Test application to help determine if there is a problem with one of the computer's components, such as the memory or processor. To check your Network preference settings: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 3 Click Add (+) at the bottom of the network connection services list, and choose PPPoE from the Interface pop-up menu. 4 Choose an Interface for the PPPoE service from the Ethernet pop-up menu. Choose Ethernet if you are connecting to a wired network or AirPort if you are connecting to a wireless network. 5 Enter the information you received from your service provider, such as account name, password, and the PPPoE service name (if your service provider requires it). 6 Click Apply to make the settings active. Network Connections Make sure the Ethernet cable is plugged into your MacBook Pro and into the network. Check the cables and power supplies to your Ethernet hubs and routers. If you have two or more computers attempting to share an Internet connection, be sure that your network is set up properly. You need to know whether your ISP provides only one IP address or multiple IP addresses, one for each computer. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 55 If only one IP address is provided, then you must have a router capable of sharing the connection, also known as network address translation (NAT) or "IP masquerading. " For setup information, check the documentation provided with your router or ask the person who set up your network. The AirPort Base Station can be used to share one IP address among multiple computers. [. . . ] 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. 76 Looking for Something? Index A AC power adapter. See power adapter AirPort Extreme problems 56 using 32 AppleCare 60 Apple Hardware Test 53 Apple Remote 33 application freeze 48 applications Front Row 23, 33 iChat AV 23 iLife 32 Keynote 23 Photo Booth 23 audio line in port 27 blinking question mark 50 brightness controls 25 built-in speakers 23 button, power 12, 21 volume 25 cord, power 10 D Dashboard 25 desktop, customizing 15 discs, supported 68 display cleaning 68 external 25 goes black 52 release button 21 disposing of batteries 76 disposing of your computer 75 Dock 31 downloading software 57 drive, optical 21 DSL modem 11 DVI port 27 C cable modem 11 camera. [. . . ]