How can i close my screen and still have my computer running?
Hi,
I just got my HDMI adaptor, bluetooth KB and mighty mouse, and i want to have my lid shut and not have my computer go to sleep. I want to be able to use my TV/monitor and my KB and mouse without having my macbook open. How do i do that?
Thanks
Here are the requirements for using your MacBook with the lid closed:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=86286
1. Make sure the computer is plugged in to an outlet using the AC power adapter.
2. Connect a USB keyboard and mouse to your computer.
3. Connect the Apple video (VGA or DVI) adapter that came with your computer to the appropriate port on the external display or projector and turn the display or projector on.
4. With the computer turned on and your keyboard or mouse connected, connect the other end of the adapter to the video output port on your MacBook Pro or PowerBook G4.
5. Once your computer's Desktop appears on the external display, close the computer's lid.
6. Once the lid is closed, wake the computer up by either clicking your mouse button or by pressing a key on your keyboard.
Note, you can also use a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse if you pair them before closing the display. Have you followed all of those steps?
-Doug
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