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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 18 Basic Features of Your iMac 20 Ports on Your iMac 22 Other Components of Your iMac 24 Features of the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Magic Mouse 26 Using the Apple Wireless Keyboard 28 Using the Apple Magic Mouse 30 Using the Apple Remote 32 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory 37 Installing Memory 42 Making Sure Your iMac Recognizes the New Memory 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 18 Basic Features of Your iMac 20 Ports on Your iMac 22 Other Components of Your iMac 24 Features of the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Magic Mouse 26 Using the Apple Wireless Keyboard 28 Using the Apple Magic Mouse 30 Using the Apple Remote 32 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory 37 Installing Memory 42 Making Sure Your iMac Recognizes the New Memory Contents 5
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Other Components of Your iMac Power port Security slot ® Power button ® Memory access (underneath) 22 Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac
Other Components of Your iMac Power port Security slot ® Power button ® Memory access (underneath) 22 Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac
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... to sleep. Z 802.11n Wi-Fi (inside ) Connect wireless devices, such as two 2 GB memory modules. Memory access Your iMac comes with Your iMac 23 Chapter 2 Life with at least 4 GB of memory installed as the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Magic Mouse, Bluetooth mobile phones, PDAs, and printers. Power port Connect the power cord...
... to sleep. Z 802.11n Wi-Fi (inside ) Connect wireless devices, such as two 2 GB memory modules. Memory access Your iMac comes with Your iMac 23 Chapter 2 Life with at least 4 GB of memory installed as the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Magic Mouse, Bluetooth mobile phones, PDAs, and printers. Power port Connect the power cord...
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.... Changing System Preferences System Preferences by choosing Apple (K) > System Preferences. Using iLife applications The iLife website at www.apple.com/macosx. Or search for the application, and then type a question in the search field. Or see the following: To learn about See Installing memory "Boost Your Memory" on your keyboard. Getting Answers Much more...
.... Changing System Preferences System Preferences by choosing Apple (K) > System Preferences. Using iLife applications The iLife website at www.apple.com/macosx. Or search for the application, and then type a question in the search field. Or see the following: To learn about See Installing memory "Boost Your Memory" on your keyboard. Getting Answers Much more...
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...of Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dynamic Random Access memory (DRAM) installed as DDR3 1333) ÂÂ Unbuffered and unregistered WARNING: Apple recommends that damage isn't covered by the limited warranty on page 58 for service. Memory modules must meet the following specifications: ÂÂ... Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module (SO-DIMM) format ÂÂ 1333 ...
...of Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dynamic Random Access memory (DRAM) installed as DDR3 1333) ÂÂ Unbuffered and unregistered WARNING: Apple recommends that damage isn't covered by the limited warranty on page 58 for service. Memory modules must meet the following specifications: ÂÂ... Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module (SO-DIMM) format ÂÂ 1333 ...
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...your iMac and remove the power cord before installing memory. Do not attempt to 16 GB of your iMac is plugged in the filled slots with at www.apple.com/store. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 37 Hold the sides of memory. WARNING: Always shut down so that the screen... iMac and lay it down your iMac by choosing Apple () > Shut Down. 2 Disconnect all cables and the power cord from an Apple Authorized Reseller, an Apple Retail Store, or the Apple Online Store at least a 2 GB memory module. You can purchase additional Apple memory from your iMac. 3 Place a soft, clean ...
...your iMac and remove the power cord before installing memory. Do not attempt to 16 GB of your iMac is plugged in the filled slots with at www.apple.com/store. Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 37 Hold the sides of memory. WARNING: Always shut down so that the screen... iMac and lay it down your iMac by choosing Apple () > Shut Down. 2 Disconnect all cables and the power cord from an Apple Authorized Reseller, an Apple Retail Store, or the Apple Online Store at least a 2 GB memory module. You can purchase additional Apple memory from your iMac. 3 Place a soft, clean ...
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Turn them counterclockwise. Raise stand Memory access door ® Phillips screwdriver 5 Remove the memory access door and set it aside. 38 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 4 Raise the stand and use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to loosen the three captive screws on the memory access door.
Turn them counterclockwise. Raise stand Memory access door ® Phillips screwdriver 5 Remove the memory access door and set it aside. 38 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 4 Raise the stand and use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to loosen the three captive screws on the memory access door.
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Untuck the tabs ® Pull the tab Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 39 Remove the memory modules you want to eject the installed memory module. 6 Untuck the tabs in the memory compartment. 7 To replace memory modules, pull the tab to replace.
Untuck the tabs ® Pull the tab Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 39 Remove the memory modules you want to eject the installed memory module. 6 Untuck the tabs in the memory compartment. 7 To replace memory modules, pull the tab to replace.
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Memory modules 40 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory ® Tuck the tab You'll hear a slight click when the memory module is seated correctly. 10 Tuck the tabs into its slot. 8 Insert the new memory modules in the slots with the notches facing right, as shown in the illustration. ÂÂ If you install additional memory modules, insert them in the open slots. ÂÂ If you replace the installed memory modules, insert a new memory module in each of the slots furthest from the display. 9 Press each memory module firmly and evenly into the memory compartment.
Memory modules 40 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory ® Tuck the tab You'll hear a slight click when the memory module is seated correctly. 10 Tuck the tabs into its slot. 8 Insert the new memory modules in the slots with the notches facing right, as shown in the illustration. ÂÂ If you install additional memory modules, insert them in the open slots. ÂÂ If you replace the installed memory modules, insert a new memory module in each of the slots furthest from the display. 9 Press each memory module firmly and evenly into the memory compartment.
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Your iMac won't function properly without the memory access door. Raise stand Memory access door ® Phillips screwdriver 12 Hold your iMac by its sides and return it to turn it on the back of your iMac to a standing position. Then reconnect the cables and power cord. 13 Press the power (®) button on . Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 41 WARNING: Remember to replace the memory access door after you install memory. 11 Replace the memory access door and tighten the three captive screws with a Phillips #2 screwdriver.
Your iMac won't function properly without the memory access door. Raise stand Memory access door ® Phillips screwdriver 12 Hold your iMac by its sides and return it to turn it on the back of your iMac to a standing position. Then reconnect the cables and power cord. 13 Press the power (®) button on . Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 41 WARNING: Remember to replace the memory access door after you install memory. 11 Replace the memory access door and tighten the three captive screws with a Phillips #2 screwdriver.
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...tones every five seconds. Making Sure Your iMac Recognizes the New Memory After installing memory, make sure that the memory is compatible with the memory or contact the vendor who provided the memory. 42 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory If this happens, shut down your iMac and check the ...memory. For a detailed view of the amount of memory installed in your iMac: 1 Start up your iMac and that came with your iMac. 2 When you still have problems, remove the memory and consult the support information that it's installed correctly. If you see the Mac OS X desktop, choose Apple...
...tones every five seconds. Making Sure Your iMac Recognizes the New Memory After installing memory, make sure that the memory is compatible with the memory or contact the vendor who provided the memory. 42 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory If this happens, shut down your iMac and check the ...memory. For a detailed view of the amount of memory installed in your iMac: 1 Start up your iMac and that came with your iMac. 2 When you still have problems, remove the memory and consult the support information that it's installed correctly. If you see the Mac OS X desktop, choose Apple...
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... possible causes of what you did before the problem occurred. Your iMac doesn't have problems while working with your iMac, except to install memory. This can also find the answers you need. Occasionally you may indicate that the application isn't compatible with the version of Mac OS ... installed on your iMac needs service, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 57 for information about how to contact Apple or an Apple Authorized Service Provider for troubleshooting tips to try to make a note of the problem and then find more troubleshooting information in Mac Help ...
... possible causes of what you did before the problem occurred. Your iMac doesn't have problems while working with your iMac, except to install memory. This can also find the answers you need. Occasionally you may indicate that the application isn't compatible with the version of Mac OS ... installed on your iMac needs service, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 57 for information about how to contact Apple or an Apple Authorized Service Provider for troubleshooting tips to try to make a note of the problem and then find more troubleshooting information in Mac Help ...
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... iMac won't turn on page 57 for information about contacting Apple for about 5 seconds, until it is plugged into your iMac. Check whether removing the memory you recently installed memory, and your iMac sounds tones every five seconds, make sure that the memory is correctly installed and that it shuts down your iMac. This...
... iMac won't turn on page 57 for information about contacting Apple for about 5 seconds, until it is plugged into your iMac. Check whether removing the memory you recently installed memory, and your iMac sounds tones every five seconds, make sure that the memory is correctly installed and that it shuts down your iMac. This...
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... appears, select the language you suspect a problem with your iMac. You may need to turn on /off switch to change the batteries. Using Apple Hardware Test If you want to help determine if there's a problem with one of the computer's components, such as shown above. 4 Replace...appears (after about 45 seconds), follow the onscreen instructions. 3 Insert the batteries with the positive (+) ends facing up, as the memory or processor. To use Apple Hardware Test: 1 Disconnect all external devices from your mouse. You can check the battery level in the lower-left corner. To ...
... appears, select the language you suspect a problem with your iMac. You may need to turn on /off switch to change the batteries. Using Apple Hardware Test If you want to help determine if there's a problem with one of the computer's components, such as shown above. 4 Replace...appears (after about 45 seconds), follow the onscreen instructions. 3 Insert the batteries with the positive (+) ends facing up, as the memory or processor. To use Apple Hardware Test: 1 Disconnect all external devices from your mouse. You can check the battery level in the lower-left corner. To ...
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...support information, go to have any user-serviceable parts, except the keyboard, mouse, and memory. In the Finder, choose Help > Mac Help. ÂÂ Check the Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support for service, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" below. Choose your ... and troubleshooting information. For information about your iMac through online resources, onscreen help on page 68 for more information about contacting Apple for the latest troubleshooting information and software updates. If you have trouble scrolling with your mouse ÂÂ If you have...
...support information, go to have any user-serviceable parts, except the keyboard, mouse, and memory. In the Finder, choose Help > Mac Help. ÂÂ Check the Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support for service, see "Learning More, Service, and Support" below. Choose your ... and troubleshooting information. For information about your iMac through online resources, onscreen help on page 68 for more information about contacting Apple for the latest troubleshooting information and software updates. If you have trouble scrolling with your mouse ÂÂ If you have...
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... Solution Have the purchase date and your iMac serial number ready when you (the first 90 days are complimentary). For information, visit www.apple.com/support/products or visit the website address for your iMac, use System Profiler. If you need assistance, AppleCare telephone support representatives can ...help you what hardware and software is installed, the serial number and operating system version, how much memory is installed, and more. It shows you with 90 days of technical support and one year of hardware repair warranty coverage at an...
... Solution Have the purchase date and your iMac serial number ready when you (the first 90 days are complimentary). For information, visit www.apple.com/support/products or visit the website address for your iMac, use System Profiler. If you need assistance, AppleCare telephone support representatives can ...help you what hardware and software is installed, the serial number and operating system version, how much memory is installed, and more. It shows you with 90 days of technical support and one year of hardware repair warranty coverage at an...
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... cleaning your iMac and for reference by you pull the plug, not the cord. Power The only way to disconnect power completely is to install memory. 62 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least For your safety and that of your equipment, follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, or...
... cleaning your iMac and for reference by you pull the plug, not the cord. Power The only way to disconnect power completely is to install memory. 62 Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least For your safety and that of your equipment, follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, or...
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... of the power cord is within easy reach so that you can unplug your iMac needs service or repair ÂÂ You want to add memory ÂÂ The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged ÂÂ You spill something into the case ÂÂ Your iMac is...
... of the power cord is within easy reach so that you can unplug your iMac needs service or repair ÂÂ You want to add memory ÂÂ The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged ÂÂ You spill something into the case ÂÂ Your iMac is...
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...user-serviceable parts, except the keyboard, mouse, and memory (see "Installing Memory" on page 57. If you risk damaging your equipment's manual may be dangerous and damage your iMac needs service, contact an Apple Authorized Service Provider or Apple for Optical Disc Drives WARNING: Making adjustments or ... a laser that you do not permit them to open your iMac or install items other than memory, you open your safety, have this equipment serviced only by an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Such damage isn't covered by an adult. Operation of any electrical product and...
...user-serviceable parts, except the keyboard, mouse, and memory (see "Installing Memory" on page 57. If you risk damaging your equipment's manual may be dangerous and damage your iMac needs service, contact an Apple Authorized Service Provider or Apple for Optical Disc Drives WARNING: Making adjustments or ... a laser that you do not permit them to open your iMac or install items other than memory, you open your safety, have this equipment serviced only by an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Such damage isn't covered by an adult. Operation of any electrical product and...