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iMac G5 User's Guide Includes setup, usage, and troubleshooting information for your iMac G5 computer
iMac G5 User's Guide Includes setup, usage, and troubleshooting information for your iMac G5 computer
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... Cupertino, CA 95014-2084 408-996-1010 www.apple.com Apple, the Apple logo, AirPort, Final Cut Pro, FireWire, iCal, iDVD, iLife, iMac, iMovie, iPhoto, iPod, iTunes, Mac, the Mac logo, Mac OS, and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. AirPort Express, Exposé, Finder, iSight...169; 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. The product described in this manual incorporates copyright protection technology that the information in the U.S. The Apple logo is a service mark of third-party products is accurate. and other countries. and other countries. .Mac is a trademark of...
... Cupertino, CA 95014-2084 408-996-1010 www.apple.com Apple, the Apple logo, AirPort, Final Cut Pro, FireWire, iCal, iDVD, iLife, iMac, iMovie, iPhoto, iPod, iTunes, Mac, the Mac logo, Mac OS, and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. AirPort Express, Exposé, Finder, iSight...169; 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. The product described in this manual incorporates copyright protection technology that the information in the U.S. The Apple logo is a service mark of third-party products is accurate. and other countries. and other countries. .Mac is a trademark of...
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Contents 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 5 Getting Started 8 Next Steps 9 Putting Your iMac G5 to Sleep or Shutting It Down 11 Getting to Know Your iMac G5 12 Front View 14 Back View 16 Learning About Mac OS X 17 Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences 18 Connecting to a Printer 19 Playing ...20 Transferring Files to Another Computer 21 When an Application Does Not Respond 21 Using Applications 22 Getting Answers Using Mac Help 23 Using Your iMac G5 24 Using Mighty Mouse 25 Keyboard Controls 26 Using Your IR Receiver and the Remote 29 Using the Built-in iSight Video Camera 30 ...
Contents 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 5 Getting Started 8 Next Steps 9 Putting Your iMac G5 to Sleep or Shutting It Down 11 Getting to Know Your iMac G5 12 Front View 14 Back View 16 Learning About Mac OS X 17 Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences 18 Connecting to a Printer 19 Playing ...20 Transferring Files to Another Computer 21 When an Application Does Not Respond 21 Using Applications 22 Getting Answers Using Mac Help 23 Using Your iMac G5 24 Using Mighty Mouse 25 Keyboard Controls 26 Using Your IR Receiver and the Remote 29 Using the Built-in iSight Video Camera 30 ...
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... the New Memory 53 Troubleshooting 54 Problems That Prevent You From Using Your iMac G5 55 Reinstalling the Software That Came With Your iMac G5 56 Other Problems 57 Locating Your Product Serial Number 58 Using Apple Hardware Test 59 Specifications 61 Safety, Use, and Care Information 61 Safety ...Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your iMac G5 62 Connectors and Ports 63 Avoid Hearing Damage 63 Ergonomics 64 Cleaning Your iMac G5 65 Carrying Your iMac G5 65 Apple and the Environment 67 Connecting to the Internet 69 Setup Assistant Worksheet 71 Setting ...
... the New Memory 53 Troubleshooting 54 Problems That Prevent You From Using Your iMac G5 55 Reinstalling the Software That Came With Your iMac G5 56 Other Problems 57 Locating Your Product Serial Number 58 Using Apple Hardware Test 59 Specifications 61 Safety, Use, and Care Information 61 Safety ...Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your iMac G5 62 Connectors and Ports 63 Avoid Hearing Damage 63 Ergonomics 64 Cleaning Your iMac G5 65 Carrying Your iMac G5 65 Apple and the Environment 67 Connecting to the Internet 69 Setup Assistant Worksheet 71 Setting ...
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If you look over the information in Chapter 2, "Getting to Know Your iMac G5," to find out about the new features of this section for instructions on getting started . Make sure you are new to Macintosh computers, read this iMac G5. If you have never used an iMac G5 or are an experienced user, you can set it up quickly and start using it right away. Getting Started 1 1 Your iMac G5 has been designed so that you may already know enough to get started . Keyboard AC cord Mighty Mouse MENU Remote 5
If you look over the information in Chapter 2, "Getting to Know Your iMac G5," to find out about the new features of this section for instructions on getting started . Make sure you are new to Macintosh computers, read this iMac G5. If you have never used an iMac G5 or are an experienced user, you can set it up quickly and start using it right away. Getting Started 1 1 Your iMac G5 has been designed so that you may already know enough to get started . Keyboard AC cord Mighty Mouse MENU Remote 5
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G 6 Chapter 1 Getting Started Step 2: To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of your iMac G5. Step 1: Pass the power cord through the hole in the stand and plug it into the power socket on the next two pages to a cable modem, DSL modem, or a network. Follow the steps on the back of an Ethernet cable to the iMac G5 and the other end to set up your iMac G5.
G 6 Chapter 1 Getting Started Step 2: To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of your iMac G5. Step 1: Pass the power cord through the hole in the stand and plug it into the power socket on the next two pages to a cable modem, DSL modem, or a network. Follow the steps on the back of an Ethernet cable to the iMac G5 and the other end to set up your iMac G5.
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Chapter 1 Getting Started 7 d Step 3: Connect the keyboard and mouse cables. d d Step 4: Press the power button (®) to turn on your iMac G5. ® Using a Wireless Keyboard and Mouse If you purchased an Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Wireless Mouse with your iMac G5, see the instructions that came with the keyboard and mouse to set them up and use them with your computer.
Chapter 1 Getting Started 7 d Step 3: Connect the keyboard and mouse cables. d d Step 4: Press the power button (®) to turn on your iMac G5. ® Using a Wireless Keyboard and Mouse If you purchased an Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Wireless Mouse with your iMac G5, see the instructions that came with the keyboard and mouse to set them up and use them with your computer.
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...an account with the same network settings as your other Mac  Your applications folder so that your new iMac G5 is turned off FileVault, choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Security, and follow the onscreen instructions. Transferring information to connect the two ...Chapter 1 Getting Started The Setup Assistant takes you 'll need to the Internet," on your iMac G5. Setting Up Your iMac G5 for information you through the process of transferring your iMac G5, Setup Assistant starts. If you have a Mac, Setup Assistant can also take you through the...
...an account with the same network settings as your other Mac  Your applications folder so that your new iMac G5 is turned off FileVault, choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Security, and follow the onscreen instructions. Transferring information to connect the two ...Chapter 1 Getting Started The Setup Assistant takes you 'll need to the Internet," on your iMac G5. Setting Up Your iMac G5 for information you through the process of transferring your iMac G5, Setup Assistant starts. If you have a Mac, Setup Assistant can also take you through the...
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... some common tasks Chapter 2, "Getting to Sleep If you would like additional information, see the following : Â Choose Apple () > Sleep. Â Press the power button on the back of the iMac G5. Â Choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Energy Saver, and set a sleep timer. Â Press and hold the Play/Pause button...
... some common tasks Chapter 2, "Getting to Sleep If you would like additional information, see the following : Â Choose Apple () > Sleep. Â Press the power button on the back of the iMac G5. Â Choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Energy Saver, and set a sleep timer. Â Press and hold the Play/Pause button...
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Shut Down Your iMac G5 If you will not be using your iMac G5 for more than a few days, shut it down your iMac G5 while the hard disk is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of data or the inability to start up from the hard disk. 10 Chapter 1 Getting Started Moving your iMac G5 before moving it. Choose Apple () > Shut Down. Warning: Shut down .
Shut Down Your iMac G5 If you will not be using your iMac G5 for more than a few days, shut it down your iMac G5 while the hard disk is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of data or the inability to start up from the hard disk. 10 Chapter 1 Getting Started Moving your iMac G5 before moving it. Choose Apple () > Shut Down. Warning: Shut down .
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...be slightly different from what you see on the Apple Service & Support website at www.apple.com, links you to the latest Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware for your iMac G5. The Apple website, at www.apple.com/support. 11 You can also find the... manuals for many Apple products and technical support for an overview of the different parts of your iMac G5 and the features of Apple's products on your desktop looks, connecting ...
...be slightly different from what you see on the Apple Service & Support website at www.apple.com, links you to the latest Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware for your iMac G5. The Apple website, at www.apple.com/support. 11 You can also find the... manuals for many Apple products and technical support for an overview of the different parts of your iMac G5 and the features of Apple's products on your desktop looks, connecting ...
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Front View Built-in microphone Integrated infrared (IR) receiver Ambient light sensor Built-in speaker d USB ports Built-in iSight video camera Video camera indicator light Slot-load optical disc drive Power indicator light Built-in speaker Remote rest - Volume controls C Media Eject key Apple Keyboard Remote MENU Mighty Mouse 12 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your iMac G5
Front View Built-in microphone Integrated infrared (IR) receiver Ambient light sensor Built-in speaker d USB ports Built-in iSight video camera Video camera indicator light Slot-load optical disc drive Power indicator light Built-in speaker Remote rest - Volume controls C Media Eject key Apple Keyboard Remote MENU Mighty Mouse 12 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your iMac G5
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...IR) receiver Use your remote and the built-in microphone Record sounds directly on your iMac G5 or talk with its desktop icon to be at your iMac G5. Built-in IR receiver to your iMac G5.) Ambient light sensor Automatically adjusts the brightness of the sound coming from the built-in...There are also three high-speed USB 2.0 ports on the Apple Keyboard Connect low-power USB 1.1 devices to work seamlessly with friends, family, and colleagues using it. - Built-in speakers Listen to the light available, when the iMac G5 is capturing and displaying video. The SuperDrive can read CD-...
...IR) receiver Use your remote and the built-in microphone Record sounds directly on your iMac G5 or talk with its desktop icon to be at your iMac G5. Built-in IR receiver to your iMac G5.) Ambient light sensor Automatically adjusts the brightness of the sound coming from the built-in...There are also three high-speed USB 2.0 ports on the Apple Keyboard Connect low-power USB 1.1 devices to work seamlessly with friends, family, and colleagues using it. - Built-in speakers Listen to the light available, when the iMac G5 is capturing and displaying video. The SuperDrive can read CD-...
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Back View £ Video out port G Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) , Audio line-in port f Headphone out/ optical out optical audio out port d USB 2.0 ports (3) H FireWire ports (2) Power port ® Power buton Memory access Security slot 14 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your iMac G5
Back View £ Video out port G Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) , Audio line-in port f Headphone out/ optical out optical audio out port d USB 2.0 ports (3) H FireWire ports (2) Power port ® Power buton Memory access Security slot 14 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your iMac G5
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.... H Two FireWire 400 ports Connect high-speed external devices, such as Bluetooth mobile phones, PDAs, printers, and the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Wireless Mouse (you can add more memory to your iMac G5, up to your iMac G5. ◊ Bluetooth® 2.0+EDR wireless technology (inside ) Connect to reset during troubleshooting. ≤ Power port Connect your...
.... H Two FireWire 400 ports Connect high-speed external devices, such as Bluetooth mobile phones, PDAs, printers, and the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Wireless Mouse (you can add more memory to your iMac G5, up to your iMac G5. ◊ Bluetooth® 2.0+EDR wireless technology (inside ) Connect to reset during troubleshooting. ≤ Power port Connect your...
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... check the Mac OS X website at www.apple.com/macosx. If you can 't be installed as the primary operating system on page 56). Mac OS 9 can 't start up your iMac G5. and Front Row, a new interface to Tiger booklet that came with your iMac G5. You'll find plenty of information for putting ...the menu bar at your open Mac Help and browse the information there. Learning About Mac OS X Your iMac G5 comes with Mac OS X "Tiger," which tiles and neatly displays all of your iMac G5, you want to the Mac. Dashboard, an interface for new users, experienced users, and people switching to...
... check the Mac OS X website at www.apple.com/macosx. If you can 't be installed as the primary operating system on page 56). Mac OS 9 can 't start up your iMac G5. and Front Row, a new interface to Tiger booklet that came with your iMac G5. You'll find plenty of information for putting ...the menu bar at your open Mac Help and browse the information there. Learning About Mac OS X Your iMac G5 comes with Mac OS X "Tiger," which tiles and neatly displays all of your iMac G5, you want to the Mac. Dashboard, an interface for new users, experienced users, and people switching to...
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Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the menu bar. As you want using System Preferences. Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences You can also choose an eye-catching screen effect that will appear on your iMac G5. System Preferences is left idle. Â Dock-Select this preference pane .... For more information, choose Help > Mac Help and search for "System Preferences" or for most settings on your screen when your iMac G5 is your desktop, or change it to a photo or image you want to change the background color or pattern of buttons, menus,...
Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the menu bar. As you want using System Preferences. Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences You can also choose an eye-catching screen effect that will appear on your iMac G5. System Preferences is left idle. Â Dock-Select this preference pane .... For more information, choose Help > Mac Help and search for "System Preferences" or for most settings on your screen when your iMac G5 is your desktop, or change it to a photo or image you want to change the background color or pattern of buttons, menus,...
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... click the Add button (+) to add a printer. 3 Select the printer you can monitor printing, including halting your print job or putting it to Know Your iMac G5
... click the Add button (+) to add a printer. 3 Select the printer you can monitor printing, including halting your print job or putting it to Know Your iMac G5
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...on page 43. To learn more information, search for "Software Update" in your iMac G5 to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other enhancements from Apple. You can set your computer. To check for your Mac to see "Using ... drive, see if any updates are connected to the Internet, Software Update checks Apple's Internet servers to check the Apple servers periodically and download and install updated software. iTunes, an easy-to Know Your iMac G5 19 To learn more about iTunes: m Open iTunes and choose Help > iTunes...
...on page 43. To learn more information, search for "Software Update" in your iMac G5 to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other enhancements from Apple. You can set your computer. To check for your Mac to see "Using ... drive, see if any updates are connected to the Internet, Software Update checks Apple's Internet servers to check the Apple servers periodically and download and install updated software. iTunes, an easy-to Know Your iMac G5 19 To learn more about iTunes: m Open iTunes and choose Help > iTunes...
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..., see "Understanding AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking" on page 30. To access another Internet account. For more information about setting up your iMac G5, Setup Assistant helped you connect to another computer on the network. Using the Internet When you first set up an Ethernet or AirPort... computers." Â You can transfer files. For information about using Setup Assistant. If you need . 20 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your iMac G5 For more information, open Mac Help and search for more information in Appendix C, "Connecting to the Internet," on page 67. Also open a...
..., see "Understanding AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking" on page 30. To access another Internet account. For more information about setting up your iMac G5, Setup Assistant helped you connect to another computer on the network. Using the Internet When you first set up an Ethernet or AirPort... computers." Â You can transfer files. For information about using Setup Assistant. If you need . 20 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your iMac G5 For more information, open Mac Help and search for more information in Appendix C, "Connecting to the Internet," on page 67. Also open a...