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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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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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Make sure you are new to Macintosh computers, read this iMac G5. Getting Started 1 1 Your iMac G5 has been designed so that you may already know enough to get started . 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 . 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. Keyboard AC cord Mighty Mouse MENU Remote 5
Make sure you are new to Macintosh computers, read this iMac G5. Getting Started 1 1 Your iMac G5 has been designed so that you may already know enough to get started . 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 . 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. Keyboard AC cord Mighty Mouse MENU Remote 5
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G 6 Chapter 1 Getting Started 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. Step 2: To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of your iMac G5. 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 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. Step 2: To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of your iMac G5. 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 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. d Step 3: Connect the keyboard and mouse cables.
Chapter 1 Getting Started 7 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. d Step 3: Connect the keyboard and mouse cables.
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... have a Mac, Setup Assistant can help you automatically transfer files, applications, and other Mac are now on your iMac G5, Setup Assistant starts. If you have a FireWire cable to work with an Internet service provider (ISP). Open the...iMac G5 does not affect the information on your iMac G5. To turn on your new iMac G5 (you may apply. The Setup Assistant takes you through the process of transferring your iMac G5, you can transfer:  User accounts, including preferences and email  Network settings so that your new iMac G5 is turned off FileVault, choose Apple...
... have a Mac, Setup Assistant can help you automatically transfer files, applications, and other Mac are now on your iMac G5, Setup Assistant starts. If you have a FireWire cable to work with an Internet service provider (ISP). Open the...iMac G5 does not affect the information on your iMac G5. To turn on your new iMac G5 (you may apply. The Setup Assistant takes you through the process of transferring your iMac G5, you can transfer:  User accounts, including preferences and email  Network settings so that your new iMac G5 is turned off FileVault, choose Apple...
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...the "Getting Answers Using Mac Help" on the remote. onscreen help Using a specific feature of your iMac G5 to Sleep or Shutting It Down" below the lower-right corner 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 on page 11. Put Your iMac G5 to Know Your iMac G5," on the remote for less than a few days, put your iMac G5 and performing some...
...the "Getting Answers Using Mac Help" on the remote. onscreen help Using a specific feature of your iMac G5 to Sleep or Shutting It Down" below the lower-right corner 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 on page 11. Put Your iMac G5 to Know Your iMac G5," on the remote for less than a few days, put your iMac G5 and performing some...
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Warning: Shut down . Choose Apple () > Shut Down. Moving your iMac G5 before moving 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 Shut Down Your iMac G5 If you will not be using your iMac G5 for more than a few days, shut it .
Warning: Shut down . Choose Apple () > Shut Down. Moving your iMac G5 before moving 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 Shut Down Your iMac G5 If you will not be using your iMac G5 for more than a few days, shut it .
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... different parts of your iMac G5 and the features of Apple's products on your desktop looks, connecting to a printer, playing a CD, using the Internet, getting answers when you see on the Apple Service & Support website at www.apple.com, links you to...Apple frequently releases new versions and updates to the latest Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware for all of Mac OS X, including information about your iMac G5. You can also find the manuals for many Apple products and technical support for your iMac G5. The Apple website, at www.apple...
... different parts of your iMac G5 and the features of Apple's products on your desktop looks, connecting to a printer, playing a CD, using the Internet, getting answers when you see on the Apple Service & Support website at www.apple.com, links you to...Apple frequently releases new versions and updates to the latest Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware for all of Mac OS X, including information about your iMac G5. You can also find the manuals for many Apple products and technical support for your iMac G5. The Apple website, at www.apple...
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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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...to click, squeeze and scroll through documents or content. Slot-loading optical disc drive Your iMac G5 has a SuperDrive, which can also write music, documents, and other digital files to your iMac G5 is on the Apple Keyboard Connect low-power USB 1.1 devices to CDR, CD-RW, DVD±R, DVD±...;RW, and DVD+R Double Layer (DL) discs. Power indicator light A white light indicates your iMac G5 computer's keyboard, such as mice, digital ...
...to click, squeeze and scroll through documents or content. Slot-loading optical disc drive Your iMac G5 has a SuperDrive, which can also write music, documents, and other digital files to your iMac G5 is on the Apple Keyboard Connect low-power USB 1.1 devices to CDR, CD-RW, DVD±R, DVD±...;RW, and DVD+R Double Layer (DL) discs. Power indicator light A white light indicates your iMac G5 computer's keyboard, such as mice, digital ...
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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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...high-speed external devices, such as Bluetooth mobile phones, PDAs, printers, and the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Wireless Mouse (you can add more information about installing memory, see "Installing Additional Memory" on your iMac G5, up to a total of 533 MHz, PC2-4200 Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2... (MB) of 2.5 GB. Memory access Your iMac G5 comes with a mini-plug jack. For more memory to your iMac G5 or put it to sleep. £ Video out port Use the optional Apple VGA Display Adapter (available at www.apple.com/store) to connect an external monitor or projection...
...high-speed external devices, such as Bluetooth mobile phones, PDAs, printers, and the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Wireless Mouse (you can add more information about installing memory, see "Installing Additional Memory" on your iMac G5, up to a total of 533 MHz, PC2-4200 Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2... (MB) of 2.5 GB. Memory access Your iMac G5 comes with a mini-plug jack. For more memory to your iMac G5 or put it to sleep. £ Video out port Use the optional Apple VGA Display Adapter (available at www.apple.com/store) to connect an external monitor or projection...
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... open applications; Mac OS 9 can 't start up your iMac G5 in the back of this book or choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar at the top of information for putting handy "widgets" or mini-applications at www.apple.com/macosx. For information about software applications compatible with Mac OS... X, or to Tiger booklet that came with your iMac G5, see the Welcome to read more about Mac OS X, check the Mac OS X ...
... open applications; Mac OS 9 can 't start up your iMac G5 in the back of this book or choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar at the top of information for putting handy "widgets" or mini-applications at www.apple.com/macosx. For information about software applications compatible with Mac OS... X, or to Tiger booklet that came with your iMac G5, see the Welcome to read more about Mac OS X, check the Mac OS X ...
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...preference you like. 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 to change the look the way you want to a photo ...or image you want using System Preferences. Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the menu bar. 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 change. Feel ...
...preference you like. 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 to change the look the way you want to a photo ...or image you want using System Preferences. Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the menu bar. 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 change. Feel ...
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... a USB printer to the base station (instead of connecting it to the list of printers connected to a network before you can print to Know Your iMac G5 Connecting to a Printer Follow the instructions that appear in the printer list. For more information, open the printer window. The drivers for "printing." 18 Chapter...
... a USB printer to the base station (instead of connecting it to the list of printers connected to a network before you can print to Know Your iMac G5 Connecting to a Printer Follow the instructions that appear in the printer list. For more information, open the printer window. The drivers for "printing." 18 Chapter...
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... automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other enhancements from Apple. To learn more information, search for "Software Update" in your optical drive. You can also connect headphones with your iMac G5, insert a music CD in Mac Help. Â For the latest information about... Mac OS X, go to the Mac OS X website at www.apple.com/macosx. To check for your computer. Keeping Your Software Up to Date You can connect to Know Your iMac G5 19 iTunes, an easy-to listen privately. To learn more about iTunes: m ...
... automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other enhancements from Apple. To learn more information, search for "Software Update" in your optical drive. You can also connect headphones with your iMac G5, insert a music CD in Mac Help. Â For the latest information about... Mac OS X, go to the Mac OS X website at www.apple.com/macosx. To check for your computer. Keeping Your Software Up to Date You can connect to Know Your iMac G5 19 iTunes, an easy-to listen privately. To learn more about iTunes: m ...
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...Using the Internet When you first set up an Ethernet or AirPort connection. If you can also connect to another computer's Ethernet port. Your iMac G5 appears as a DSL or cable modem, Ethernet local area network (LAN), or AirPort Extreme network, you need . 20 Chapter 2 Getting ...to the Internet," on page 30. For more information in Appendix C, "Connecting to Know Your iMac G5 To access another server or computer, open Mac Help and search for "connecting two computers." Â You can find more information, see "Understanding...
...Using the Internet When you first set up an Ethernet or AirPort connection. If you can also connect to another computer's Ethernet port. Your iMac G5 appears as a DSL or cable modem, Ethernet local area network (LAN), or AirPort Extreme network, you need . 20 Chapter 2 Getting ...to the Internet," on page 30. For more information in Appendix C, "Connecting to Know Your iMac G5 To access another server or computer, open Mac Help and search for "connecting two computers." Â You can find more information, see "Understanding...
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To force an application to Know Your iMac G5 21 Mac OS X provides a way to quit an application that's not responding without restarting your work in other open applications. The Force Quit Applications dialog ... these applications, open the application, then open . When an Application Does Not Respond On rare occasions, an application may allow you to save your iMac G5. Using Applications Your iMac G5 comes with the application selected. 2 Click Force Quit. If needed, you can also restart the Finder from this dialog. Chapter 2 Getting to quit...
To force an application to Know Your iMac G5 21 Mac OS X provides a way to quit an application that's not responding without restarting your work in other open applications. The Force Quit Applications dialog ... these applications, open the application, then open . When an Application Does Not Respond On rare occasions, an application may allow you to save your iMac G5. Using Applications Your iMac G5 comes with the application selected. 2 Click Force Quit. If needed, you can also restart the Finder from this dialog. Chapter 2 Getting to quit...