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iBook G4 User's Guide Includes setup, expansion, and troubleshooting information for your iBook G4 computer
iBook G4 User's Guide Includes setup, expansion, and troubleshooting information for your iBook G4 computer
iBook G4 Manual
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... is a trademark of these products. registered trademark. and any use of International Business Machines Corporation, used under license. PowerPC is intended for informational purposes only and constitutes neither an endorsement nor a recommendation. Apple assumes no responsibility with regard to ensure that the information in the United States and Canada. patents and other...
... is a trademark of these products. registered trademark. and any use of International Business Machines Corporation, used under license. PowerPC is intended for informational purposes only and constitutes neither an endorsement nor a recommendation. Apple assumes no responsibility with regard to ensure that the information in the United States and Canada. patents and other...
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... Sleep or Shutting It Down 17 Calibrating Your Battery 18 Getting More Information 19 Getting to Know Your iBook G4 20 Adjusting Your Display 21 Using Your Power Adapter 22 Using the Trackpad 23 Using the Keyboard 23 Using a Mouse 24 Learning About Mac OS ...29 Playing a CD and Connecting Headphones 30 Connecting a Camera or Other FireWire or USB Device 30 Transferring Files to Another Computer 31 Using Your iBook G4 32 Using Universal Serial Bus (USB) Devices 34 Connecting With FireWire 36 Understanding AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking 37 Using Bluetooth Wireless Technology 40 Connecting With...
... Sleep or Shutting It Down 17 Calibrating Your Battery 18 Getting More Information 19 Getting to Know Your iBook G4 20 Adjusting Your Display 21 Using Your Power Adapter 22 Using the Trackpad 23 Using the Keyboard 23 Using a Mouse 24 Learning About Mac OS ...29 Playing a CD and Connecting Headphones 30 Connecting a Camera or Other FireWire or USB Device 30 Transferring Files to Another Computer 31 Using Your iBook G4 32 Using Universal Serial Bus (USB) Devices 34 Connecting With FireWire 36 Understanding AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking 37 Using Bluetooth Wireless Technology 40 Connecting With...
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... Computer 63 Other Problems 64 Using Apple Hardware Test 65 Reinstalling the Software That Came With Your Computer 66 Locating Your Product Serial Number Appendix A 67 Specifications Appendix B 69 Care, Use, and Safety Information 69 Cleaning Your iBook G4 69 Carrying Your iBook G4 70 Storing Your iBook G4 70 Safety Instructions for Setting Up...
... Computer 63 Other Problems 64 Using Apple Hardware Test 65 Reinstalling the Software That Came With Your Computer 66 Locating Your Product Serial Number Appendix A 67 Specifications Appendix B 69 Care, Use, and Safety Information 69 Cleaning Your iBook G4 69 Carrying Your iBook G4 70 Storing Your iBook G4 70 Safety Instructions for Setting Up...
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Your iBook G4 includes the following components: Apple VGA Display Adapter AC plug Phone cord Power adapter AC cord Important: Read all the installation instructions and safety information (see Appendix B, "Care, Use, and Safety Information," on page 69) carefully before you plug your computer in to a wall socket. 5 Getting Started 1 1 Your iBook G4 is a full-featured notebook computer.
Your iBook G4 includes the following components: Apple VGA Display Adapter AC plug Phone cord Power adapter AC cord Important: Read all the installation instructions and safety information (see Appendix B, "Care, Use, and Safety Information," on page 69) carefully before you plug your computer in to a wall socket. 5 Getting Started 1 1 Your iBook G4 is a full-featured notebook computer.
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... outlet. For an illustration, see page 21. 6 Chapter 1 Getting Started The following pages take you can attach the AC cord. Setting Up Your iBook G4 Your iBook G4 is protective film around the power adapter, remove it right away. m Insert the AC plug of your power adapter, you can set it up... your iBook G4 Step 1: Plug In the Power Adapter If there is designed so that you through the setup process, including these tasks: Â Plugging in to the...
... outlet. For an illustration, see page 21. 6 Chapter 1 Getting Started The following pages take you can attach the AC cord. Setting Up Your iBook G4 Your iBook G4 is protective film around the power adapter, remove it right away. m Insert the AC plug of your power adapter, you can set it up... your iBook G4 Step 1: Plug In the Power Adapter If there is designed so that you through the setup process, including these tasks: Â Plugging in to the...
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The modem will not work with a digital phone line. Warning: Do not connect a digital phone line to an analog phone line-the kind typically used in the modem instructions, or connect the Ethernet cord to the Internet," on page 41. the wrong type of the cord to the internal modem port for an Internet connection, connect your telephone service provider if you are unsure whether you don't need cables. Then connect the other types of connections, see "Using Your Modem" on page 75. For more information about other end of line could damage the modem. To connect to a...
The modem will not work with a digital phone line. Warning: Do not connect a digital phone line to an analog phone line-the kind typically used in the modem instructions, or connect the Ethernet cord to the Internet," on page 41. the wrong type of the cord to the internal modem port for an Internet connection, connect your telephone service provider if you are unsure whether you don't need cables. Then connect the other types of connections, see "Using Your Modem" on page 75. For more information about other end of line could damage the modem. To connect to a...
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... (you might have a standard 6-pin to your new iBook. Ethernet cord Ethernet cord Telephone cord ® G Ethernet port (10/100Base-T) Step 3: Turn On Your iBook G4 You've done everything you automatically transfer files, applications, and other Mac. Using Setup Assistant, you don't overwrite later versions of the applications you used...
... (you might have a standard 6-pin to your new iBook. Ethernet cord Ethernet cord Telephone cord ® G Ethernet port (10/100Base-T) Step 3: Turn On Your iBook G4 You've done everything you automatically transfer files, applications, and other Mac. Using Setup Assistant, you don't overwrite later versions of the applications you used...
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... can also take you through the process of System Preferences and click Turn Off FileVault. You hear a tone when you turn off on your iBook G4, press the power button (®). To turn on the computer. Fees may want to use Setup Assistant to transfer information when you first start up...
... can also take you through the process of System Preferences and click Turn Off FileVault. You hear a tone when you turn off on your iBook G4, press the power button (®). To turn on the computer. Fees may want to use Setup Assistant to transfer information when you first start up...
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Note: To start up your finger across the trackpad. The trackpad is turned on page 22. 10 Chapter 1 Getting Started See "Using the Trackpad" on page 22 for more information. Â To select, click, or double-click an item on the screen, use the trackpad button. ® Trackpad Trackpad button For tips on using the trackpad, see "Tips for Using the Trackpad" on . Important: Use one finger on the trackpad to select and move items on the screen, just like you use a mouse with a desktop computer. Â To move the pointer. Do not continue to hold down or press the power ...
Note: To start up your finger across the trackpad. The trackpad is turned on page 22. 10 Chapter 1 Getting Started See "Using the Trackpad" on page 22 for more information. Â To select, click, or double-click an item on the screen, use the trackpad button. ® Trackpad Trackpad button For tips on using the trackpad, see "Tips for Using the Trackpad" on . Important: Use one finger on the trackpad to select and move items on the screen, just like you use a mouse with a desktop computer. Â To move the pointer. Do not continue to hold down or press the power ...
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Hold down the power button (®) for 4 to the computer. See "Reinstalling the Software That Came With Your Computer" on page 61. Nothing happens when you might be drained. You see "Problems That Prevent You From Using Your Computer" on page 65. If the problem persists, you press the power button (®). Â The battery might need to reinstall system software. Try restarting. Chapter 1 Getting Started 11 The plug should light when you plugged the power adapter firmly in to both the computer and a power source. Then press the power button again. Make sure that the...
Hold down the power button (®) for 4 to the computer. See "Reinstalling the Software That Came With Your Computer" on page 61. Nothing happens when you might be drained. You see "Problems That Prevent You From Using Your Computer" on page 65. If the problem persists, you press the power button (®). Â The battery might need to reinstall system software. Try restarting. Chapter 1 Getting Started 11 The plug should light when you plugged the power adapter firmly in to both the computer and a power source. Then press the power button again. Make sure that the...
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Basic Features of Your iBook G4 AirPort Extreme antenna Built-in speaker (located under speaker grille) Function key (Fn) ® Microphone AirPort Extreme/ Bluetooth antenna ® Power button Built-in speaker ¯ Power adapter port Sleep indicator light Display release button Trackpad button - Mute control Trackpad Num Lock key Slot-loading optical drive C Media Eject key C ¤ Brightness controls - Volume controls Function keys 12 Chapter 1 Getting Started
Basic Features of Your iBook G4 AirPort Extreme antenna Built-in speaker (located under speaker grille) Function key (Fn) ® Microphone AirPort Extreme/ Bluetooth antenna ® Power button Built-in speaker ¯ Power adapter port Sleep indicator light Display release button Trackpad button - Mute control Trackpad Num Lock key Slot-loading optical drive C Media Eject key C ¤ Brightness controls - Volume controls Function keys 12 Chapter 1 Getting Started
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... display and open your iBook. Trackpad Move the pointer on the iBook display with one finger on your optical drive, see Chapter 3,"Using Your iBook G4," on the key. See "Using Your Optical Drive" on and off in the Keyboard & Mouse pane of the display). When the numeric keypad is in...
... display and open your iBook. Trackpad Move the pointer on the iBook display with one finger on your optical drive, see Chapter 3,"Using Your iBook G4," on the key. See "Using Your Optical Drive" on and off in the Keyboard & Mouse pane of the display). When the numeric keypad is in...
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Additional Features of Your iBook G4 ® Battery ¥ Security slot G Ethernet port (10/100Base-T) H FireWire 400 port W Internal modem port d USB 2.0 ports £ Video out port f Headphone port 14 Chapter 1 Getting Started
Additional Features of Your iBook G4 ® Battery ¥ Security slot G Ethernet port (10/100Base-T) H FireWire 400 port W Internal modem port d USB 2.0 ports £ Video out port f Headphone port 14 Chapter 1 Getting Started
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... crossover cable to connect to an external monitor or projection device that uses a VGA connector with the included Apple VGA Display Adapter. You can also use an Apple Video Adapter (sold separately). f Headphone (audio line out) port Connect external speakers, headphones, or other ... security cable (sold separately) to connect to the internal modem. For additional information about these features, see Chapter 3, "Using Your iBook G4," on page 31. The Ethernet port auto-sensing feature detects other Ethernet devices. W Internal modem port Connect a standard phone line directly ...
... crossover cable to connect to an external monitor or projection device that uses a VGA connector with the included Apple VGA Display Adapter. You can also use an Apple Video Adapter (sold separately). f Headphone (audio line out) port Connect external speakers, headphones, or other ... security cable (sold separately) to connect to the internal modem. For additional information about these features, see Chapter 3, "Using Your iBook G4," on page 31. The Ethernet port auto-sensing feature detects other Ethernet devices. W Internal modem port Connect a standard phone line directly ...
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...is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of the following: Â Close the display. Â Choose Apple () > Sleep from your iBook for only a short time, put it to sleep or shut it down. ...Your iBook automatically wakes from the hard disk. Putting Your iBook G4 to Sleep If you will be away from the menu bar. Â Press the power button (®)... and click Sleep in sleep, you can quickly wake it . Putting Your iBook G4 to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you finish working with your iBook, you can put the computer ...
...is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of the following: Â Close the display. Â Choose Apple () > Sleep from your iBook for only a short time, put it to sleep or shut it down. ...Your iBook automatically wakes from the hard disk. Putting Your iBook G4 to Sleep If you will be away from the menu bar. Â Press the power button (®)... and click Sleep in sleep, you can quickly wake it . Putting Your iBook G4 to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you finish working with your iBook, you can put the computer ...
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...Your Battery" on the screen. Chapter 1 Getting Started 17 If you plan to store your iBook for an extended period of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Shut Down from the menu bar. Â Press the power button (®) and click Shut Down in the menu bar indicates that ... and leave it connected until the battery is fully charged. 2 Disconnect the power adapter and start using your iBook. Shutting Down Your iBook G4 If you aren't going to use your iBook until it automatically goes to prevent your battery from your battery, calibrate it sometime during the ...
...Your Battery" on the screen. Chapter 1 Getting Started 17 If you plan to store your iBook for an extended period of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Shut Down from the menu bar. Â Press the power button (®) and click Shut Down in the menu bar indicates that ... and leave it connected until the battery is fully charged. 2 Disconnect the power adapter and start using your iBook. Shutting Down Your iBook G4 If you aren't going to use your iBook until it automatically goes to prevent your battery from your battery, calibrate it sometime during the ...
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...materials that came with Mac OS X, open Mac Help and browse the information there. Getting More Information  Learn the important basics about contacting Apple. 18 Chapter 1 Getting Started See Appendix D, "Top Ten Questions," on page 19.  Have fun trying out your computer, see "... for information about your iBook. Check out Chapter 2, "Getting to Know Your iBook G4," on page 91.  For support information, user discussion boards, and the latest Apple software downloads, go to www.apple.com/support.  If you can't find the answer to Tiger booklet that prevents...
...materials that came with Mac OS X, open Mac Help and browse the information there. Getting More Information  Learn the important basics about contacting Apple. 18 Chapter 1 Getting Started See Appendix D, "Top Ten Questions," on page 19.  Have fun trying out your computer, see "... for information about your iBook. Check out Chapter 2, "Getting to Know Your iBook G4," on page 91.  For support information, user discussion boards, and the latest Apple software downloads, go to www.apple.com/support.  If you can't find the answer to Tiger booklet that prevents...
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...office, library, class, or wherever you might whir and click as a CD or DVD) in different locations, be sure to Know Your iBook G4 2 2 This chapter introduces important basics about your iBook, wait a few moments to allow airflow that keeps the unit within normal operating temperatures. ...For example, your hard disk and optical drive might hear small noises during startup and when using your iBook G4. As you get to get warm. For more information. Getting to see Appendix B, "Care, Use, and Safety Information," on page 69...
...office, library, class, or wherever you might whir and click as a CD or DVD) in different locations, be sure to Know Your iBook G4 2 2 This chapter introduces important basics about your iBook, wait a few moments to allow airflow that keeps the unit within normal operating temperatures. ...For example, your hard disk and optical drive might hear small noises during startup and when using your iBook G4. As you get to get warm. For more information. Getting to see Appendix B, "Care, Use, and Safety Information," on page 69...
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... controls ® You can choose a resolution in menu bar." 20 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your iBook G4 However, items might need to adjust your display by switching screen resolutions. To control your display: m Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the menu bar. Adjusting Your Display After you might not be as sharp...
... controls ® You can choose a resolution in menu bar." 20 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your iBook G4 However, items might need to adjust your display by switching screen resolutions. To control your display: m Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the menu bar. Adjusting Your Display After you might not be as sharp...