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PowerBook G4 12-inch Getting Started Includes setup, expansion, and troubleshooting information for your PowerBook G4 computer LL2540.book Page 1

10 Chapter 1 Getting Started Setting Up Your PowerBook is designed so that you can set it up quickly and start using it right away. Step 1: P

100 Index controlsbrightness 7volume 7Ddefault resolution 20DHCP 74configuration 80dial-upconnection 75modem 74dialup connection 71discscom

Index 101NNetwork Connections 87networkingtwo computers 34, 35wireless 37Network Setup Assistant 71, 89numeric keypad 23Num Lock key 7Ooptic

102 Index trouble ejecting a disc 60troubleshootingAirPort 60an application 59computer freezes 58computer won’t respond 58computer won’t turn

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Chapter 1 Getting Started 11 Step 2: Prepare to Get ConnectedThe first time you start up your computer, a setup assistant welcomes you and takes y

12 Chapter 1 Getting Started If you selected “Using DHCP,” gather the following optional information (ask your ISP if you need it):• DHCP client ID

Chapter 1 Getting Started 13 Make sure you connect the internal modem to an analog phone line—the kind used typically in homes. The modem will not

14 Chapter 1 Getting Started Step 4: Turn On Your PowerBookWith your setup information gathered, you’re ready to start up your computer. Once you

Chapter 1 Getting Started 15 2 Use your PowerBook trackpad to select and move items on the screen, much as you use a mouse with a desktop computer.

16 Chapter 1 Getting Started How Do I Turn My PowerBook Off?When you have finished working with your PowerBook, you can put your computer to sleep

Chapter 1 Getting Started 17 Shutting Down Your PowerBookIf you aren’t going to use your PowerBook for a day or two, shut it down.To shut down your

18 Chapter 1 Getting Started What’s Next?• Learn the important basics about your PowerBook. Check out Chapter 2, “The Basics,” on page 19.• Have fu

2 192 The BasicsThis chapter introduces important basics about your PowerBook that you’ll want to know. Getting to Know Your New PowerBookBecause

K Apple Computer, Inc.© 2004 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in par

20 Chapter 2 The Basics Adjusting Your DisplayOnce you begin working with your new PowerBook, you may need to adjust your display so that the scree

Chapter 2 The Basics 21 Using Your Power AdapterPlugging in the power adapter provides AC power to the computer and recharges the computer’s batter

22 Chapter 2 The Basics Using the TrackpadThe trackpad is sensitive to how quickly you move your finger. To move the pointer a short distance acros

Chapter 2 The Basics 23 Using the KeyboardYour PowerBook keyboard has a numeric keypad incorporated in the standard keyboard keys. Keys used for th

24 Chapter 2 The Basics Learning About Mac OS XYour computer comes with Mac OS X and features Classic, an environment for using Mac OS 9 applicatio

Chapter 2 The Basics 25 Feel free to make changes and experiment with the following:• Appearance: Select this preference pane to change the colors

26 Chapter 2 The Basics 4 Choose the type of connection for your printer (for example, USB, AppleTalk, and so on) from the pop-up menu.To add a USB

Chapter 2 The Basics 27 Keeping Your Software Up to DateYou can connect to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free soft

28 Chapter 2 The Basics Connecting to a NetworkIf you want to connect your PowerBook to an Ethernet network or a wireless network, see “Ethernet (1

Chapter 2 The Basics 29 When an Application FreezesOn rare occasions, an application may freeze on the screen. Mac OS X provides a way to quit a fr

3 1 Contents Chapter 1 5 Getting Started6 Basic Features of Your PowerBook 8 Additional Features of Your PowerBook 10 Setting Up 16 How Do I T

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3 313 Using Your ComputerYour PowerBook has many built-in features and connection capabilities that you can customize and expand to fit your need

32 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Universal Serial Bus (USB)Your PowerBook comes with two USB 2.0 ports ( ), also referred to as Hi-Speed USB, which

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 33 Using Multiple USB Devices at the Same TimeIf you want to use more than two USB devices at the same time, you can

34 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer FireWireYour computer has one FireWire 400 port ( ). With FireWire, you can easily connect and disconnect external

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 35 FireWire Devices and Battery PowerFireWire devices, such as certain external hard disks, can get power from the Po

36 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Using Bluetooth DevicesYour PowerBook can connect to and transfer information wirelessly to devices that use Bluet

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 37 AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking and Internet AccessAirPort Extreme offers an easy and affordable way to provid

38 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Additional information on AirPort Extreme is available in AirPort Help. You can also find information on the Apple

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 39 Using Your ModemYour Macintosh comes with an Apple 56K internal modem (V.92 compliant) installed. To connect the i

4 Contents 39 Connecting Speakers and Audio Devices 40 External Video Support (DVI, VGA, Composite, and S-Video) 43 Using Your Optical Drive 46 Batte

40 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer External Video Support (DVI, VGA, Composite, and S-Video)Your computer has a video (mini-DVI) port and adapters th

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 41 Note: Because of the display limitations of most televisions, images displayed on the television screen will be o

42 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Using Your PowerBook With the Display ClosedYou can use your PowerBook with the display closed if the computer is

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 43 Using Your Optical DriveYou can install or use software from CDs or DVDs using your optical drive. You can play mu

44 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Ejecting a DiscTo eject a disc, do one of the following:• Drag the disc icon to the Trash.• Press and hold the Med

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 45 You can also record music on CD-R or CD-RW discs right from your iTunes library.To record music from your iTunes l

46 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Battery When the external power adapter is not connected, your computer draws power from its battery. Depending on

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 47 Removing and Replacing the BatteryTo remove the battery:• Shut down your PowerBook. Turn it over and locate the ba

48 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Charging a BatteryWhen the power adapter that came with your computer is connected, the battery recharges whether

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 49 To further save battery power, select the following options in the Energy Saver pane of System Preferences:• Set y

1 5 1 Getting Started Your PowerBook is a full-featured notebook computer. Important: Read all the installation instructions and safety inf

50 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer For More Information on Security OptionsAdditional information on the software security features of your PowerBook

4 514 Adding Memory to Your ComputerThis chapter provides information and instructions for installing additional memory in your PowerBook Install

52 Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your Computer To install additional memory:1 Shut down your computer. Disconnect the power adapter, phone cord, and a

Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your Computer 53 4 If you already have a memory card installed in the slot, remove it. Spread the tabs in the slot away

54 Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your Computer 6 Press down on the memory card to lock it in place. If the memory card does not latch, do not force th

Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your Computer 55 8 Replace the battery. Place the left side of the battery into the battery compartment. Gently press th

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5 575 TroubleshootingIf you have a problem working with your PowerBook, check here first for solutions and advice. When you experience a problem,

58 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Problems That Prevent You From Using Your ComputerIf the computer won’t respond or the pointer won’t move• Press Comma

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 59 If the computer won’t turn on or start up• Make sure the power adapter is plugged into the computer and into a functio

6 Chapter 1 Getting Started Basic Features of Your PowerBook®Built-in speaker® Power buttonAirPort Extremeantenna windowAirPort Extremeantenna

60 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting If you have trouble using AirPort Extreme wireless communication• Make sure you have properly configured the software

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 61 If you have problems with your Internet connection• Make sure your telephone line or network cable is connected and fu

62 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Locating Your Product Serial NumberYou can see your computer’s serial number by choosing About This Mac from the Apple

63AppendixAA SpecificationsYou can use System Profiler to find out detailed information about your PowerBook, such as the amount of built-in mem

64 Appendix A Specifications Battery• Output: DC 10.8 V• Capacity: 50 WHrAdditional information is available on the Internet at www.apple.com/pow

65AppendixBB Care, Use, and Safety InformationRead this important PowerBook safety and maintenance information.Cleaning Your PowerBookFollow the

66 Appendix B Care, Use, and Safety Information Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your ComputerPlugging In the Power AdapterAlways leave

Appendix B Care, Use, and Safety Information 67 General Safety InstructionsFor your own safety and that of your equipment, always take the followin

68 Appendix B Care, Use, and Safety Information BatteryConnectors and PortsNever force a connector into a port. If the connector and port don’t joi

Appendix B Care, Use, and Safety Information 69 ErgonomicsHere are some tips for setting up a healthy work environment.Keyboard and TrackpadWhen yo

Chapter 1 Getting Started 7 For additional information about AirPort Extreme or your optical drive, see Chapter 3, “Using Your Computer,” on pa

70 Appendix B Care, Use, and Safety Information ChairAn adjustable chair that provides firm, comfortable support is best. Adjust the height of the

71AppendixCC Connecting to the InternetYou can use your computer to browse the World Wide Web, send email to friends and family, and chat in rea

72 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet Before you connect to the Internet:1 Set up an account with an ISP. If you do not have an ISP account, Set

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 73 Gathering the Information You NeedYou can write the information you get from your Internet service provide

74 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet If you selected “PPP” (for PPPoE connections), gather the following:• Service provider• Account name• Pass

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 75 Dial-Up Modem With Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) ConnectionsA dial-up modem is the most common way to conn

76 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 5 Choose Internal Modem from the Show pop-up menu and click PPP. 6 Enter the information from your ISP and

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 77 To connect automatically when you start a TCP/IP application, such as a web browser or email:1 Click PPP O

78 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet To set up Network preferences for the built-in Ethernet port:1 Choose Apple (K) > System Preferences fr

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 79 Manual ConfigurationHave your static IP address, router address, and subnet mask from your ISP ready (see

8 Chapter 1 Getting Started Additional Features of Your PowerBook®W Internal modem portHeadphone port¯ Power adapter portEthernet port(

80 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet DHCP ConfigurationAfter you set up a DHCP configuration, the DHCP server automatically provides your netwo

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 81 PPPoE ConfigurationSome DSL-based ISPs use Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE). If you use a DSL

82 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 4 Click TCP/IP and choose either Using PPP or Manually from the Configure IPv4 pop-up menu, as instructed

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 83 AirPort Extreme Wireless ConnectionYou can configure your AirPort Extreme network and Internet connection

84 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet Next, make sure your AirPort connection options are active in Network preferences.To set up Network prefer

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 85 5 Choose AirPort from the Show pop-up menu.6 Click TCP/IP, if necessary.7 In the Configure IPv4 pop-up men

86 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet Troubleshooting Your ConnectionCable Modem, DSL, and LAN Internet ConnectionsIf you can’t connect to the I

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 87 Network ConnectionsIf you have two or more computers attempting to share an Internet connection, be sure t

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89AppendixDD Top Ten QuestionsDo you have a question? Here are the top ten questions commonly asked by new PowerBook users. My Internet connecti

Chapter 1 Getting Started 9 For additional information about these features, see Chapter 3, “Using Your Computer,” on page 31. ¯ Power adapter

90 Appendix D Top Ten Questions How does the Mac OS X interface work?Users new to Mac OS X often have questions about how to carry out certain task

Appendix D Top Ten Questions 91 I hear a fan coming on and my PowerBook seems to get quite warm. Is that OK?As your PowerBook operates, it’s design

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93Communications Regulation InformationFCC Compliance StatementThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the fo

94 Laser InformationMaking adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified in your equipment’s manual may result in hazardous rad

95Telephone Line ProblemsIf your telephone doesn’t work, there may be a problem with your telephone line. Disconnect the modem to see if the prob

96 Informations Destinées aux Utilisateurs CanadiensL’étiquette d’Industrie Canada identifie un matériel homologué. Cette étiquette certifie que

97Information You Need in AustraliaAll telecommunications devices are required to be labelled as complying to the Australian telecommunications s

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99IndexIndexAAC cord 21AC plug 10, 21adjusting your display 20AirPort Extremeantenna window 7base station 37Card 37connection 74problems 60set