Apple MD318LLA, Z0PY2LL/A manual Keeping Your Software Up to Date, To check for updated software

ÂÂ Make sure your MacBook Pro is within range of the other computer or the network’s access point. Nearby electronic devices or metal structures can interfere with wireless communication and reduce this range. Repositioning or rotating the computer might improve reception.

ÂÂ Check the Wi-Fi (Z) status icon in the menu bar. Up to four bars appear, indicating signal strength. If you don’t see the bars, try changing your location.

ÂÂ Get help online by choosing Help > Help Center, and then searching for “wi-fi.” Also see the instructions that came with the wireless device for more information.

Keeping Your Software Up to Date

You can connect to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other enhancements from Apple.

When you’re connected to the Internet, Software Update checks to see if any updates are available for your computer. You can set your MacBook Pro to check for updates periodically, and then you can download and install updated software.

To check for updated software:

1Choose Apple () > System Preferences.

2Click the Software Update icon and follow the onscreen instructions.

•For more information, search for “Software Update” in Help Center.

•For the latest information about Mac OS X, go to www.apple.com/macosx.

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