7th Grade Basic Computer Training

MacBook Guide
Ports on MacBook
The left side of your MacBook contains all the ports youll need to connect digital cameras, camcorders, printers, video
projectors, science probes, iPods, etc.

Charging Port
The charging port is the first port.
Power Adapter
The MacBook battery offers up to 6 hours of
battery life. Be sure to fully charge your
MacBook when you plug it in for the first time.
When the power adapter connection is secure, an LED lights up at the head of the Adapter plug. Orange indicates the
battery is charging and green indicates the battery is fully charged.
The MagSafe Power Adapter is just that: a magnetic connection instead of a physical one. So tripping over a power
cord wont send your shiny new MacBook flying off a table or desk; the cord simply disconnects cleanly away, without
damage to either the cord or the system.

Warning: The MacBook power adapter port contains a magnet that can erase data on a credit card, iPod, or other
device. To preserve your data, keep these and other magnetic media away
from the power adapter port.

MagSafe
Power
Adapter

Ethernet Port
The second port from the left is the Ethernet
port. This port is used to connect your
computer to the school network. You may also
connect to the school network via the wireless
card in your computer.

Video Port
The third port from the lefton the MacBook is
the Video-Output port. This port allows you to
connect a display or projector.

FireWire 400 Port

The fourth port from the left on the MacBook is
the FireWire port. With FireWire, you can easily
connect and disconnect external high-speed
devicessuch as high definition video (HDV) or
digital video (DV) cameras and hard disks
without restarting your computer (hot swappable). To un-mount a Fire-Wire device, drag the device icon to the Eject
on the Dock, which is what the Trash Can icon turns into when you move the device icon over it.

USB Ports
The fifth and sixth port from the left on the
MacBook are the USB ports which you can use
to connect many types of external devices,
including printers, scanners, digital cameras,
joysticks, and keyboards. USB is also hot
swappable but not as fast as FireWire. After
you connect the device, it is ready to use. In some cases, you must remember to un-mount your device when you are
done using it.

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Audio Port
The seventh and eighth ports on the MacBook are
the Audio Ports. The audio-in port (on the left)
allows you to connect external microphones and
other audio equipment. The audio-in port does not
provide power to a connected device, so you must
use self-powered devices. The audio-out port (on
the right) allows you to connect external powered speakers, headphones, 5.1 surround systems, and other sound
output devices.

Security Slot
The last slot on the MacBook is the security
slot. You can purchase a security cable lock to
protect your MacBook. With a lock, you can
secure your computer to a desk or table.

Other Hardware Features

Fig ure 1

iSight Camera
Sudden Motion
Sensor/Infrared
Receiver
iSight Camera
The MacBook has a built-in iSight camera at the top of the display bezel (Figure 1). This is good for video conferencing
with others using the included iChat AV application or making a movie for a class project. The camera indicator light will
turn green when the camera is in use and will turn off when it is not.

Sudden Motion Sensor

Your MacBook has Sudden Motion Sensor technology (Figure 1), which helps protect the hard disk from damage if the
computer is dropped or shaken. This sensor is located on the bottom right corner of your laptop when looking at it
from straight on. Sudden Motion Sensor protection doesnt affect hard disk performance during regular MacBook
operation. Occasionally, unusually strong vibrations might activate the Sudden Motion Sensor technology at a time
when your MacBook is writing or reading data intensively (such as when playing or recording video or audio). If you
notice dropped frames or sound elements, make sure that your MacBook is in a stable environment without vibration or
abrupt movement.

Trackpad

Tips for Using the Trackpad

For best results when using the trackpad:
Use only one finger, except when the scrolling feature is turned on and you want to scroll.
Do not use a pen or any other object to scroll.
Keep your finger and the trackpad dry. If the trackpad becomes moist from humidity or condensation, gently
wipe it with a clean cloth before you use it.
Never use any kind of cleaning solution on the trackpad.

Adjusting Your MacBook Display

Your computer LCD is adjustable for your viewing pleasure. In order to prevent damage to the LCD, LCD Bezel or LCD
brace, do not open the MacBook past its natural stopping point where the LCD bezel touches the bottom case.

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LAPTOP CARE
Laptop vs. desktop. Never _______________ a laptop with the screen open.
Always carry your laptop with two hands
The laptop should never be placed on the floor
Dont slam the screen shut
Avoid placing the laptop bag on the ground
Dont put anything else in the laptop compartment except for cds or dvds in the slots
Keep laptop clean
Dont stack items on the laptop
No food or drinks are allowed near the laptop
Do not use the laptop to store papers or other items. Use your binder or portfolio instead.
POWER UP
Turning the machine on only push the button 1X
Press the caps lock button if you want to check if the computer is on.
LOGGING IN & OUT
On the login window, look/wait for the green button to appear
Type in your username and password
Initial login time may take a few minutes
When you are done, you MUST LOG OUT (Select Apple---Log Out)
Wait until the login window appears before closing the lid
Do not close the lid unless you have logged out
USERNAME/PASSWORD
Username= k(last 2 digits class year)(first 2 letters of first name) (first 4 letters of last name)
Your username = ________________________
Current Default Password = Upper First Character First Name + Lower First Character Last Name
+ First Five Digits Student ID
Example: Sponge Bob (12345678)
Username = k14spbob

Password = Sb12345

Changing Your Password

-Apple---System Preferences---System Accounts---Password----Change Password

Password Guidelines
Cannot contain any or all of the users name
Cannot re-use the last six previously used passwords
Passwords can be only 6 or 7 characters long alpha, numbers or special characters
Must contain characters from 3 of the following categories
- Upper case letters, (A to Z)
- Lowercase letters, (a to z)
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- Numbers 0 to 9
- Special characters (!@#$%^&*()_ -`~+=[]\ ; , . : /<>?{} )
Passwords must be changed every 120 days
Five failed attempts will lock out a user account
User accounts will be unlocked after 30 minutes
Failed attempts will be cleared after 30 minutes

*Do not share your password with anyone!

*Login password will be the same for KS Connect & email
*If you forget your password or your password is not working, please see:
__________________________or______________________ with your _____________________.

COMPUTER TERMINOLOGY

MONITOR

HARD DRIVE

DESKTOP

WINDOW

DOCUMENT

FOLDER

HARDWARE

APPLICATION

DOCK

ICON

HARD COPY

JUMP DRIVE

OS X FEATURES
Mac Face = Finder
Red button = closes window
Yellow button = minimizes window and places it on the dock
Green button = enlarges or reduces window
View button = icon, list, column
Trash = wastebasket located on dock
Eject =
Spotlight
APPLICATIONS
Opening an application from the dock (click once, icon will bounce)
Black triangle under the icon on the dock indicates the application is open
F9 = to view all currently opened windows
F10 = to view all currently opened windows in the current application youre using
F11 = to view the desktop without closing any windows

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PRINTING GUIDELINES
*Use this checklist before printing anything
1. Spellcheck your document (In Word: Tools---Spelling and Grammar)
2. Proofread
3. Check for and delete any blank pages or pages with 1-2 lines
4. Ask the teacher for permission to print
5. Check the printer settings:
a. Check to see what room/printer you are printing to
b. Check which pages you want to print: All or From___ to ___?
ONLY PRINT A DOCUMENT 1X, IF YOU SENT THE DOCUMENT AND IT DID NOT PRINT,
PLEASE CHECK WITH THE TEACHER, DO NOT SEND AGAIN!

You may not print just an image. All images must be part of a text document and
properly cited.
You may not print straight from the Internet. Copy only what you need and paste it into a
Word document
Students must adhere to the KMS Printing Guidelines. Failure to comply with the
guidelines will result in consequences.

KS e-mail Outlook Web Access

Logging in

Launch a Web browser (Safari) and type in

kswebmail.ksbe.edu for the URL or connect from the
KMS homepage.
For User name: type ksbe\your username. Use the
slash key beneath the Delete key. Example: Tom
Smith would type in ksbe\k12tosmit.
Press the TAB key and type in your password.
Click Log On or hit the RETURN key.
Security Options:
Public - This option will log you out after 15 mins. of inactivity.
Private - This option will keep you logged in for 24 hours
Outlook Bar - Shortcuts to Outlook Folders (Inbox, Contacts,
Calendar, etc.) Click here to jump to other folders.
Toolbar - Shortcuts for creating new items, move, copy, delete,
empty deleted items.

Viewing Messages

Message List Area - All messages appear here. Bold items are unread. Messages appear
on multiple pages. Move to various pages using the left and right arrows in the top right

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corner.
Click on the message subject to view message. When viewing message, view Previous
or Next messages by clicking on the Up and Down arrows on the toolbar.
Click Close on the toolbar or Inbox on the Outlook bar to return to the Inbox.
Use checkboxes to select messages to Move, Copy, or Delete items

Deleting Messages

The X button on the toolbar will delete selected messages.

Select the message by clicking the checkbox (place a check)
for each message and then clicking on the X button.
Deleting the message by clicking on the X icon will send the message to the Deleted
Items folder.
The recycle/trash can icon will empty the Deleted Items folder - permanently
removing the messages.

*NEVER USE THE OUT OF OFFICE REPLY OPTION

Access KS Connect from the middle school home page or go to

https://connect.ksbe.edu/index.php
Use the same username and password for your login and email
Used to access the daily bulletin, grades, grade checks, progress reports, report card, and
schedule
Parents have their own login to access the same information in KS Connect
Should be checked on a regular basis
Teachers will update grades periodically

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