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... Mac Help finder Built-in the world at the same time. www.apple.com/imac Mac Help front row www.apple.com/macosx Mac Help time machine Finder Browse the contents of your computer using Cover Flow. www.apple.com/imac Mac Help isight Front Row DVD > Movies > TV Shows > Music... > Podcasts > Photos > Settings > Sources > Front Row with up your files to three friends anywhere in iSight camera Video chat with Apple Remote Enjoy movies, music, and photos...
... Mac Help finder Built-in the world at the same time. www.apple.com/imac Mac Help front row www.apple.com/macosx Mac Help time machine Finder Browse the contents of your computer using Cover Flow. www.apple.com/imac Mac Help isight Front Row DVD > Movies > TV Shows > Music... > Podcasts > Photos > Settings > Sources > Front Row with up your files to three friends anywhere in iSight camera Video chat with Apple Remote Enjoy movies, music, and photos...
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Contents Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, Go 9 What's in the Box 10 Setting Up Your iMac 15 Putting Your iMac to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2: Life with Your iMac 20 Basic Features of Your iMac 22 Other Features of Your iMac 24 Ports on Your iMac 26 Other Components of Your iMac 28 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory 33 Installing Additional Memory 38 Making Sure Your iMac Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 41 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your iMac 43 Using Apple Hardware Test 44 Problems with Your Internet Connection Contents 5
Contents Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, Go 9 What's in the Box 10 Setting Up Your iMac 15 Putting Your iMac to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapter 2: Life with Your iMac 20 Basic Features of Your iMac 22 Other Features of Your iMac 24 Ports on Your iMac 26 Other Components of Your iMac 28 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory 33 Installing Additional Memory 38 Making Sure Your iMac Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 41 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your iMac 43 Using Apple Hardware Test 44 Problems with Your Internet Connection Contents 5
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46 Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication 47 Keeping Your Software Up to Date 48 When an Application Doesn't Respond 48 Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your iMac 50 Other Problems 51 Learning More, Service, and Support 53 Locating Your Product Serial Number Chapter 5: Last, but Not Least 56 Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your iMac 60 Avoid Hearing Damage 60 Understanding Ergonomics 62 Cleaning Your iMac 63 Carrying Your iMac 63 Apple and the Environment 64 Regulatory Compliance Information Looking for Something? 70 Index 6 Contents
46 Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication 47 Keeping Your Software Up to Date 48 When an Application Doesn't Respond 48 Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your iMac 50 Other Problems 51 Learning More, Service, and Support 53 Locating Your Product Serial Number Chapter 5: Last, but Not Least 56 Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your iMac 60 Avoid Hearing Damage 60 Understanding Ergonomics 62 Cleaning Your iMac 63 Carrying Your iMac 63 Apple and the Environment 64 Regulatory Compliance Information Looking for Something? 70 Index 6 Contents
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... designed so that you set it right away. Make sure you look over the information in Chapter 2, "Life with Your iMac," to find out about the new features of the setup instructions and the safety information starting on page 55 before you plug your computer. 8 Chapter 1 ..., Set Up, Go Important: Read all of this chapter for help getting started . Before you can set up quickly and start using it up your iMac, remove any protective film from the outside of your computer into a power outlet. If you have never used an...
... designed so that you set it right away. Make sure you look over the information in Chapter 2, "Life with Your iMac," to find out about the new features of the setup instructions and the safety information starting on page 55 before you plug your computer. 8 Chapter 1 ..., Set Up, Go Important: Read all of this chapter for help getting started . Before you can set up quickly and start using it up your iMac, remove any protective film from the outside of your computer into a power outlet. If you have never used an...
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Keyboard Mighty Mouse AC power cord Apple Remote Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 9 What's in the Box Your iMac comes with an Apple Keyboard, a Mighty Mouse, an Apple Remote, and an AC power cord.
Keyboard Mighty Mouse AC power cord Apple Remote Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 9 What's in the Box Your iMac comes with an Apple Keyboard, a Mighty Mouse, an Apple Remote, and an AC power cord.
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Setting Up Your iMac Follow these steps to set up your iMac, and then plug it into a power outlet. 10 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Step 1: Pass the power cord through the hole in the stand, plug it into the power port on the back of your iMac.
Setting Up Your iMac Follow these steps to set up your iMac, and then plug it into a power outlet. 10 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Step 1: Pass the power cord through the hole in the stand, plug it into the power port on the back of your iMac.
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To use a dial-up a wireless connection, choose Help > Mac Help, and search for "AirPort." G Note: Your iMac also comes with AirPort Extreme technology for purchase from the online Apple Store at www.apple.com/store or from an Apple Authorized Reseller. For information about setting up connection, you need an external USB Modem, available for..., connect one end of an Ethernet cable to a cable modem, DSL modem, or Ethernet network. Connect the other end to the Ethernet port on your iMac.
To use a dial-up a wireless connection, choose Help > Mac Help, and search for "AirPort." G Note: Your iMac also comes with AirPort Extreme technology for purchase from the online Apple Store at www.apple.com/store or from an Apple Authorized Reseller. For information about setting up connection, you need an external USB Modem, available for..., connect one end of an Ethernet cable to a cable modem, DSL modem, or Ethernet network. Connect the other end to the Ethernet port on your iMac.
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Connect the keyboard cable to one of the USB (d) ports on the keyboard. Step 3: Connect the keyboard and mouse. Plug the Mighty Mouse cable into a USB (d) port on your iMac, follow the instructions that came with your iMac. d Using a Wireless Keyboard or Mouse If you purchased an Apple Wireless Keyboard or a wireless Mighty Mouse with the keyboard and mouse to set them up. 12 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go d d
Connect the keyboard cable to one of the USB (d) ports on the keyboard. Step 3: Connect the keyboard and mouse. Plug the Mighty Mouse cable into a USB (d) port on your iMac, follow the instructions that came with your iMac. d Using a Wireless Keyboard or Mouse If you purchased an Apple Wireless Keyboard or a wireless Mighty Mouse with the keyboard and mouse to set them up. 12 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go d d
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You hear a tone when you turn on your iMac. Step 4: Press the power (®) button on the back to turn on your iMac. After your iMac starts up, Setup Assistant opens automatically. ® Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 13
You hear a tone when you turn on your iMac. Step 4: Press the power (®) button on the back to turn on your iMac. After your iMac starts up, Setup Assistant opens automatically. ® Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 13
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Setup Assistant helps you enter your Internet and email information and set your preferences. Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the Help menu in iTunes. Step 5: Use Setup Assistant to deauthorize it from playing music, videos, or audiobooks ... open Utilities, and double-click Migration Assistant. The first time you turn on your previous Mac to transfer information when you 've purchased from your iMac. Deauthorizing a computer prevents any songs, videos, or audiobooks you first start up another authorization for the specific preference you don't use . As you...
Setup Assistant helps you enter your Internet and email information and set your preferences. Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the Help menu in iTunes. Step 5: Use Setup Assistant to deauthorize it from playing music, videos, or audiobooks ... open Utilities, and double-click Migration Assistant. The first time you turn on your previous Mac to transfer information when you 've purchased from your iMac. Deauthorizing a computer prevents any songs, videos, or audiobooks you first start up another authorization for the specific preference you don't use . As you...
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...do one of the following : Â Press any key on the keyboard. Â Press any button on the Apple Remote. Â Click the mouse. Â Press the power (®) button on the back of your iMac and click Sleep in sleep, its screen is in the dialogue box that appears. Â Choose... Apple () > System Preferences, click Energy Saver, and set a sleep timer. Â Press and hold the Play/Pause (') ...
...do one of the following : Â Press any key on the keyboard. Â Press any button on the Apple Remote. Â Click the mouse. Â Press the power (®) button on the back of your iMac and click Sleep in sleep, its screen is in the dialogue box that appears. Â Choose... Apple () > System Preferences, click Energy Saver, and set a sleep timer. Â Press and hold the Play/Pause (') ...
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... click Shut Down in the dialogue box that appears. Shut Down Your iMac If you will not be using your iMac while the hard disk is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of your iMac on the back of data or the inability to start up from the hard disk. NOTICE...: Shut down your iMac before you unplug or move it off your iMac, do one of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Shut Down. Â Press the power (®) button on again, press the power (®) button. 16...
... click Shut Down in the dialogue box that appears. Shut Down Your iMac If you will not be using your iMac while the hard disk is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of your iMac on the back of data or the inability to start up from the hard disk. NOTICE...: Shut down your iMac before you unplug or move it off your iMac, do one of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Shut Down. Â Press the power (®) button on again, press the power (®) button. 16...
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Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac 19 Read on for an overview of the features and ports of software and hardware for all Apple products on the Apple Support website at www.apple.com links you to the latest Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of your iMac. The Apple website at www.apple.com/support. You can also find the manuals for many Apple products and technical support for your iMac.
Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac 19 Read on for an overview of the features and ports of software and hardware for all Apple products on the Apple Support website at www.apple.com links you to the latest Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of your iMac. The Apple website at www.apple.com/support. You can also find the manuals for many Apple products and technical support for your iMac.
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Basic Features of Your iMac Built-in microphone Camera indicator light Slot-loading optical disc drive Built-in iSight camera Apple Keyboard Mighty Mouse Apple Remote 20 Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac
Basic Features of Your iMac Built-in microphone Camera indicator light Slot-loading optical disc drive Built-in iSight camera Apple Keyboard Mighty Mouse Apple Remote 20 Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac
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... can write music, documents, and other content. To insert a disc, use a continuous motion to work efficiently. Apple Keyboard Use the function keys and numeric keypad to push it into the drive. Apple Remote Control your iMac. Camera indicator light The camera indicator light glows when the iSight camera is operating. Keep pushing the...
... can write music, documents, and other content. To insert a disc, use a continuous motion to work efficiently. Apple Keyboard Use the function keys and numeric keypad to push it into the drive. Apple Remote Control your iMac. Camera indicator light The camera indicator light glows when the iSight camera is operating. Keep pushing the...
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Volume controls C Media Eject key Built-in infrared (IR) receiver Media controls - Other Features of Your iMac Built-in stereo speaker Dashboard Exposé Brightness controls d USB ports Built-in stereo speaker 22 Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac
Volume controls C Media Eject key Built-in infrared (IR) receiver Media controls - Other Features of Your iMac Built-in stereo speaker Dashboard Exposé Brightness controls d USB ports Built-in stereo speaker 22 Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac
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... all your open windows. Built-in infrared (IR) receiver Works seamlessly with Your iMac 23 Chapter 2 Life with your iMac. Dashboard key (F4) Open Dashboard to music, movies, games, and multimedia. d Two USB 2.0 ports Connect a mouse and sync your Apple display. Brightness keys (F1, F2) Increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the brightness of sound coming...
... all your open windows. Built-in infrared (IR) receiver Works seamlessly with Your iMac 23 Chapter 2 Life with your iMac. Dashboard key (F4) Open Dashboard to music, movies, games, and multimedia. d Two USB 2.0 ports Connect a mouse and sync your Apple display. Brightness keys (F1, F2) Increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the brightness of sound coming...
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Ports on Your iMac £ Mini-DVI port G Ethernet port (10/100/1000 Base-T) d USB 2.0 ports (3) , Audio in/optical digital audio in port f Headphone out/ optical digital audio out port H FireWire 400 port H FireWire 800 port 24 Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac
Ports on Your iMac £ Mini-DVI port G Ethernet port (10/100/1000 Base-T) d USB 2.0 ports (3) , Audio in/optical digital audio in port f Headphone out/ optical digital audio out port H FireWire 400 port H FireWire 800 port 24 Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac