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MacBook Air Rollout Guide April, 2013

Updated 4/15/2013

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Workshop Topics

Section 1  Anatomy of a MacBook Air o Ports, Features and Connectors Very Important, Must Read o SD Card Slot, USB, Thunderbot o Power, USB, Headphone, Microphone Page 8 - Damaged, Lost or Stolen  Turning on Devices  Charging  Tour Around The MacBook Air Home Screen o Toolbar o Top Buttons o Wi-Fi o (search) o Date/Time o Logging In to MCS Page 7 - Care And Maintenance Of Section 2 The MacBook  Apple Support Site, MCS Technology Site  Trackpad  ,  Dock  Customizing Desktop  Break Into Groups

Section 3  Dock o How To Tell If An Application Is Open o How To Add Items To The Doc o Quit Apps vs. Closing Top 5 Videos To Watch Before  How To Turn Programs Off Attend Apple College Training:  Force Quitting http://www.apple.com/findouthow/mac   Launch Pad  Mission Control Find them under the “Getting  Trash Bin Started with the Mac” section:  Anatomy of a MAC Section 4  PC to MAC: The Basics   Using Safari   iPhoto  Personalizing your MAC  Fun!  Finder Basics

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About Your MacBook Air

Connections and Expansion

Camera The built-in HD Camera faces the user, and can be used to take pictures and video.

Wireless 802.11n Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth Your MacBook should always be set to MCS Secure when at school. At home of traveling it will find other networks.

Audio A pair of stereo speakers is hidden within the MacBook body

Keyboard and Trackpad Backlit, Full size Keyboard, and multi function Trackpad

Battery and Power Up to 7 working hours

Included Software OS X Mountain Lion Includes Safari, , , , iCloud, Face Time, iPhoto, QuickTime, Photo Booth, Spotlight, Preview, and iTunes.

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More Included Software (Links to Web Resources are available by clicking the icon)

Google Drive App that allows you to store and access your Google Docs in the Cloud

iMovie Turn pictures and video into an iMovie to share.

Garage Band Create, record and share .

Smart Notebook The newest version of software to control your Smart Board. Version 11 One difference you will notice is the Adaptive Toolbar.

SplashTop Will allow you to control your MacBook from your iPad. The technical details are now being worked out. We will notify Media Specialist when SplashTop is ready to use.

Symantec End Point Built-in Anti-Virus Protection

Safari Apple’s Web Browser

Chrome Google’s Web Browser. Recommended when using Google Docs.

Firefox Yet another Web Browser

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Even More Included Software

Pages Adobe Reader Notes

Word Apps Store Photo Booth

Excel Dictionary Preview

PowerPoint iPhoto QuickTime

Outlook iTunes Reminders

Spotlight Launchpad Finder

LibreOffice Mission Control Dashboard

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Other Important Topics

Printing A paperless classroom is possible, saving time and money. We realize that completely paperless is not realistic so a solution to printing is being worked on right now. More details to follow.

Connecting to Use Finder to connect to Network Shares. Find out How Network Share

Teacher Level Web MacBooks are set for Student Level Web Filter Access. Filter Access You must elevate to Teacher Level to access sites like YouTube by logging on to this site: http://webfilter.ncmcs.org/auth.php

Apple Support Apple provides extensive online support at this address: http://www.apple.com/support/mac/ Teachers can call Apple Education Technical Support at 800- 800-Apple (2775) for any Apple related technical questions.

Cases A hard rubberized case cover will protect the MacBook from scratches. If you purchase a case make sure it will fir a MacBook 13-inch Air. Amazon, BestBuy, and Ebay have various styles to choose from. Keyboard Here is a link to Apple Support that lists keyboard shortcuts http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1343

Trackpad Basics The trackpad in the MacBook is much easier to use and has a better functionality than PC Based laptops. Here is a link that goes over all the features: http://support.apple.com/kb/ht3211

Apple IDs/iCloud An Apple ID is required to download Apps from the Apps Store. You must use an Apple ID that you create using your MCS email address. Please do not use your personal Apple ID on your MacBook. For directions on how to create an Apple ID without a credit card follow

this link: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2534 You are required to sign into iCloud under System Preference and enable Mac. Wireless Your MacBook should always be set to MCS Secure when at school. At home of traveling it will find other networks. NCWISE NCWISE does not function on a MacBook. We are so looking forward to PowerSchool.

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Care And Maintenance Of The MacBook Air, iPad, Or Any Other Electronic Device

1. Do not attempt to gain access to the internal electronics or repair your device. If your device fails to work or is damaged, report the problem to your school’s Media Specialist as soon as possible. Device repair/replacement options will be determined by school administration.

2. Never leave a device unattended. When not in your personal possession, the device should be in a secure, locked environment. Never expose a device to long term extremes in temperature or direct sun light. An automobile is not a good place to store any technology.

3. Technology does not respond well to liquids. Avoid applying liquids to the device. The device can be cleaned with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. Do not use window cleaners, household cleaners, aerosol sprays, solvents, alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives to clean the device. Use of unapproved cleaners may remove the protective flim covering the screen or face of the device.

4. Avoid placing weight on the device and never throw or slide any technology.

5. Your device comes with ports for charging and other accessories. Care must be exercised when plugging and unplugging accessories

6. District owned devices have the ability to be remotely located. Never try to modify, disable or attempt to disable the locator service.

7. Do not lend your device to another person. Each device is assigned to an individual and the responsibility for the care of the device rests solely with that individual. Each device has a unique identification number and at no time should the or labels be modified or removed.

8. Your device is an electronic device and care must be exercised when handling

9. Your device is designed for daily use; therefore, each device must be charged and ready for use each school day.

10. The District-owned device must remain free of stickers, writing, painting, or any other forms of adornment. You may purchase and decorate your own case.

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Damaged, Lost or Stolen Devices

1. In the event that a district-issued device is lost or stolen, the employee should immediately notify the school administrator.

2. In the event that a police report is filed for a lost or stolen device, Moore County Schools may aid the police in recovering the device. All devices are tagged with an asset label. The label is not to be tampered with or removed.

3. Employees who leave Moore County Schools during the school year must return the device, along with any issued accessories, at the time they leave the district. The device and all accessories should be returned to the school’s Media Specialist.

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