MacBook Pro

The following is an overview of the startup sequence, error conditions, and behaviors for all Intel-based Macintosh systems. Note that some newer Macintosh models only use tones to indicate error conditions. See this article for more information.

Learn how to find the serial number of your MacBook Pro.

SMC Firmware Updates refer to the System Management Controller (SMC) firmware update for Intel-based computers. The SMC is a micro-controller on the logic board that controls the power functions for your computer. The SMC controls various functions, including: Power and … Continue reading →

Learn how to adjust graphics performance on your MacBook Pro (15-inch or 17-inch, Mid 2010) and later.

Apple has determined that a small number of MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2010) computers may intermittently freeze or stop displaying video on the built-in display or on an external display connected to the MacBook Pro. In this situation, you may … Continue reading →

Some Macintosh computers that shipped before the release of OS X Lion cannot use the Lion Internet Restore feature before downloading an update to the software.

Final Cut Pro X is a revolutionary editing application that includes many new concepts and features that are different from those in previous versions of Final Cut Pro. This document, structured according to the major parts of an editing workflow, … Continue reading →

Learn more about Final Cut Pro X with these resources.

The Mac App Store may not offer the Final Cut Pro X 10.0.1, Motion 5.0.1, or Compressor 4.0.1 updates, or may present an alert during installation.

Learn how to troubleshoot if Mail unexpectedly quits when viewing a certain message or messages. This can happen if the mail message is malformed or damaged in some way. In certain situations, Mail may unexpectedly quit when attempting to display the … Continue reading →