My SD card slot is not open. Does my MacBook Pro come automatically with a useable slot?

I tried to use my SD card reader slot. It is not open so I can not put a card in. Do I have to do something extra to make the slot open? Was it supposed to come with my MacBook Pro automatically?

I can't get anything in the slot. I have never put an SD card there and it is solid so nothing can go in. I see the place for the SD card but I can't do anything in that space. It looks like the slot is open but when I tried to put in the SD card it couldn't go in.

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☞ Rogue websites such as Softonic, Soft32, and CNET Download distribute free applications that have been packaged in a superfluous "installer."
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Request denied, as specified in the local filter list configuration.
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Does the macbook pro come with a dvd drive?

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Hi I just got my MacBook Pro and I was wondering if it comes with virus protection already installed and activated?

Lion doesn't have comprehensive virus protection, though it does have some.
Over twenty years of heavy Mac use, I haven't had one virus. But if you want some kind of protection, there are two free options:
http://www.sophos.com/en-us/products/free-tools/sophos-antivirus-for-mac-home-ed ition.aspx
http://www.clamxav.com/
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I need help! I snt the report to apple but seems like nothing is happening. What can I do to fix the issue with the Safari?
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10.7 Lion.
Restart your computer, holding down the “D” key while the computer restarts.
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The above written paragraph is from Apple kb article.
Hold down both the Option and D keys while restarting the computer.
Computer is still under warranty. It is a good idea to make use of it.
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