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... 5 seconds, indicating the batteries are installed properly and charged (see page 47). Power button Indicator light Indicator light On/off switch When you turn on your iMac. 12 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Note: If you purchased a USB keyboard or a USB mouse, connect the cable to a USB (d) port on the back of your Apple Magic Mouse to communicate wirelessly with your iMac. Your wireless keyboard and mouse come with AA batteries installed, and they're...
... 5 seconds, indicating the batteries are installed properly and charged (see page 47). Power button Indicator light Indicator light On/off switch When you turn on your iMac. 12 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Note: If you purchased a USB keyboard or a USB mouse, connect the cable to a USB (d) port on the back of your Apple Magic Mouse to communicate wirelessly with your iMac. Your wireless keyboard and mouse come with AA batteries installed, and they're...
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You hear a tone when you turn on your iMac. Click your mouse to establish a connection with your iMac. You may have to click the mouse once to pair them with your iMac. ® ® ® Important: If your keyboard and mouse aren't paired, follow the onscreen instructions to establish a connection. Step 4: Press the power (®) button on the back to turn on your iMac. For more information about pairing, see page 27. Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 13
You hear a tone when you turn on your iMac. Click your mouse to establish a connection with your iMac. You may have to click the mouse once to pair them with your iMac. ® ® ® Important: If your keyboard and mouse aren't paired, follow the onscreen instructions to establish a connection. Step 4: Press the power (®) button on the back to turn on your iMac. For more information about pairing, see page 27. Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 13
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... specific preference you enter your Internet and email information and set your iMac. For more information, open Utilities, and double-click Migration Assistant. The first time you can help you automatically transfer files, applications, and other Mac, it's best to deauthorize it later using System Preferences, your command center for updated software. Setup Assistant helps you want using Migration Assistant. Choose Apple () > Software Update...
... specific preference you enter your Internet and email information and set your iMac. For more information, open Utilities, and double-click Migration Assistant. The first time you can help you automatically transfer files, applications, and other Mac, it's best to deauthorize it later using System Preferences, your command center for updated software. Setup Assistant helps you want using Migration Assistant. Choose Apple () > Software Update...
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...-T Ethernet network, connect a DSL or cable modem, or connect to 7 watts of power. This port is also a S/PDIF stereo 3.5 mini-phono jack. The 27-inch model also supports input from external DisplayPort sources. The port provides up to another computer and transfer files. This port is also a S/PDIF stereo 3.5 mini-phono jack. d Four high-speed USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports Connect an iPod, iPhone, iPad, mouse, keyboard, printer, disk drive, digital...
...-T Ethernet network, connect a DSL or cable modem, or connect to 7 watts of power. This port is also a S/PDIF stereo 3.5 mini-phono jack. The 27-inch model also supports input from external DisplayPort sources. The port provides up to another computer and transfer files. This port is also a S/PDIF stereo 3.5 mini-phono jack. d Four high-speed USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports Connect an iPod, iPhone, iPad, mouse, keyboard, printer, disk drive, digital...
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Z AirPort Extreme wireless technology (inside) Connect to restart your iMac. Security slot Attach a lock and cable to discourage theft (available separately). ® Power button Press to turn on your iMac or put it to your iMac during troubleshooting. Power port Connect the power cord to sleep. Hold down to a wireless network using built-in AirPort Extreme technology. ◊ Bluetooth® 2.1+EDR wireless technology (inside) Connect wireless devices, such as two 2 GB memory modules. Memory access Your...
Z AirPort Extreme wireless technology (inside) Connect to restart your iMac. Security slot Attach a lock and cable to discourage theft (available separately). ® Power button Press to turn on your iMac or put it to your iMac during troubleshooting. Power port Connect the power cord to sleep. Hold down to a wireless network using built-in AirPort Extreme technology. ◊ Bluetooth® 2.1+EDR wireless technology (inside) Connect wireless devices, such as two 2 GB memory modules. Memory access Your...
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... www.apple.com. Using Bluetooth wireless technology Open Mac Help and search for "Internet." Connecting to the Bluetooth Support page at www.apple.com/support/bluetooth. Front Row Mac Help and search for "display port" or "target display mode." Or go to the Internet Mac Help and search for "Bluetooth." External display Mac Help and search for "Front Row." Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware The Apple...
... www.apple.com. Using Bluetooth wireless technology Open Mac Help and search for "Internet." Connecting to the Bluetooth Support page at www.apple.com/support/bluetooth. Front Row Mac Help and search for "display port" or "target display mode." Or go to the Internet Mac Help and search for "Bluetooth." External display Mac Help and search for "Front Row." Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware The Apple...
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...: 1 Start up your iMac will sound three tones every five seconds. To check the memory installed in your iMac recognizes the new memory. If this happens, shut down your iMac and check the installation instructions again to make sure your iMac. If the memory you installed doesn't meet specifications (see page 36), your iMac. 2 When you still have problems, remove the memory and consult the support...
...: 1 Start up your iMac will sound three tones every five seconds. To check the memory installed in your iMac recognizes the new memory. If this happens, shut down your iMac and check the installation instructions again to make sure your iMac. If the memory you installed doesn't meet specifications (see page 36), your iMac. 2 When you still have problems, remove the memory and consult the support...
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... Esc key. For support and contact information about the software that came with your iMac. Problems That Prevent You from your system software (see if the application is entirely cleared up. ÂÂ If you 're using a USB keyboard or mouse, make sure they 're connected. If the problem occurs frequently, try reinstalling your iMac. Unplug and then plug in and press the power (®) button...
... Esc key. For support and contact information about the software that came with your iMac. Problems That Prevent You from your system software (see if the application is entirely cleared up. ÂÂ If you 're using a USB keyboard or mouse, make sure they 're connected. If the problem occurs frequently, try reinstalling your iMac. Unplug and then plug in and press the power (®) button...
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... with your type of the error code before pursuing support options. You can insert the Applications Install DVD that came with the server you are using to connect to open Network Setup Assistant. If this section for your iMac to use Network Diagnostics: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 2 Click Network and then click "Assist me " button to , with an external device you can 't resolve the problem, there may be a problem with the Internet service provider...
... with your type of the error code before pursuing support options. You can insert the Applications Install DVD that came with the server you are using to connect to open Network Setup Assistant. If this section for your iMac to use Network Diagnostics: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 2 Click Network and then click "Assist me " button to , with an external device you can 't resolve the problem, there may be a problem with the Internet service provider...
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... ISP using PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet), make sure you turn it back on . Also check the cables and power supplies to LAN users. Important: Instructions that refer to modems do not have hubs, switches, routers, or connection pods that you are connecting to the wall jack. To enter PPPoE settings: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 2 Click Network. 3 Click Add (+) at the bottom of the network connection services list, and...
... ISP using PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet), make sure you turn it back on . Also check the cables and power supplies to LAN users. Important: Instructions that refer to modems do not have hubs, switches, routers, or connection pods that you are connecting to the wall jack. To enter PPPoE settings: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 2 Click Network. 3 Click Add (+) at the bottom of the network connection services list, and...
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... access point. ÂÂ Make sure you can download and install updated software. Up to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other computer or the network's access point. If the signal strength is weak, try changing your computer. When you're connected to the Internet, Software Update checks to Date You can interfere with the wireless device for more information, search for updated software: 1 Choose Apple...
... access point. ÂÂ Make sure you can download and install updated software. Up to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other computer or the network's access point. If the signal strength is weak, try changing your computer. When you're connected to the Internet, Software Update checks to Date You can interfere with the wireless device for more information, search for updated software: 1 Choose Apple...
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... you start. Installing iLife Applications You can also review detailed instructions in Setup Assistant to install. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 55 Use Disk Utility on your Mac OS X Install DVD to erase and install, make sure you back up your iMac. 7 Follow the prompts in the following Kbase article: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3910? For information about Disk Utility and its options, see Mac Help, or open Disk Utility (in most cases...
... you start. Installing iLife Applications You can also review detailed instructions in Setup Assistant to install. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 55 Use Disk Utility on your Mac OS X Install DVD to erase and install, make sure you back up your iMac. 7 Follow the prompts in the following Kbase article: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3910? For information about Disk Utility and its options, see Mac Help, or open Disk Utility (in most cases...
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...'t scrolling up menu. If your date and time settings get help , System Profiler, or Apple Hardware Test. Online Resources For online service and support information, go to www.apple.com/support. You can find more information about contacting Apple for more information. If you have the internal backup battery replaced. Learning More, Service, and Support Your iMac does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the keyboard, mouse, and memory. For...
...'t scrolling up menu. If your date and time settings get help , System Profiler, or Apple Hardware Test. Online Resources For online service and support information, go to www.apple.com/support. You can find more information about contacting Apple for more information. If you have the internal backup battery replaced. Learning More, Service, and Support Your iMac does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the keyboard, mouse, and memory. For...
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... To get information about your country listed below. Call the support center number nearest you with 90 days of technical support and one year of hardware repair warranty coverage at an Apple Retail Store or an Apple-authorized repair center, such as instructions and troubleshooting information, in Mac Help. AppleCare Service and Support Your iMac comes with installing and opening applications, and basic troubleshooting. Onscreen Help You can extend...
... To get information about your country listed below. Call the support center number nearest you with 90 days of technical support and one year of hardware repair warranty coverage at an Apple Retail Store or an Apple-authorized repair center, such as instructions and troubleshooting information, in Mac Help. AppleCare Service and Support Your iMac comes with installing and opening applications, and basic troubleshooting. Onscreen Help You can extend...
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... may result in normal use but Not Least 65 If you open your equipment. For your iMac. Operation of any electrical product and do not permit them to open your iMac or install items other than memory, you risk damaging your iMac. Do Not Make Repairs Yourself Your iMac has no user-serviceable parts, except the keyboard, mouse, and memory (see "Installing Memory" on your safety...
... may result in normal use but Not Least 65 If you open your equipment. For your iMac. Operation of any electrical product and do not permit them to open your iMac or install items other than memory, you risk damaging your iMac. Do Not Make Repairs Yourself Your iMac has no user-serviceable parts, except the keyboard, mouse, and memory (see "Installing Memory" on your safety...
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... authority to indoor use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables (including Ethernet network cables) between system components. However, this device should be co-located or operated in conjunction with part 15 of the television or radio. • Move the computer farther away from the television or radio. • Plug the computer into an outlet that is not installed and used with this product...
... authority to indoor use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables (including Ethernet network cables) between system components. However, this device should be co-located or operated in conjunction with part 15 of the television or radio. • Move the computer farther away from the television or radio. • Plug the computer into an outlet that is not installed and used with this product...
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... 33 iLife 32, 55 installing 55 stopping 54 transferring 14 assistants Migration Assistant 14 Network Setup Assistant 50 Setup Assistant 14 audio in/optical digital audio in port 21 B batteries Apple Remote 31 disposal 74 wireless keyboard 47 wireless mouse 48 Bluetooth technology overview 23 brightness keys 25 built-in iSight camera 19 microphone 19 speakers 19 button, power 15 C cable modem 11 camera indicator light 19 iSight 19 carrying your...
... 33 iLife 32, 55 installing 55 stopping 54 transferring 14 assistants Migration Assistant 14 Network Setup Assistant 50 Setup Assistant 14 audio in/optical digital audio in port 21 B batteries Apple Remote 31 disposal 74 wireless keyboard 47 wireless mouse 48 Bluetooth technology overview 23 brightness keys 25 built-in iSight camera 19 microphone 19 speakers 19 button, power 15 C cable modem 11 camera indicator light 19 iSight 19 carrying your...
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... light camera 19 keyboard 26 mouse 28 infrared receiver 19 installing applications 56 Mac OS X 54 Internet connecting 11 connection problems 50 IP address sharing 52 masquerading 52 iSight 19 iTunes, deauthoring 14 iTunes Store 14 K keyboard about 25 ergonomics 68 features 24 function keys 25 indicator light 26 pairing 27 setup 12 using 27 wireless 12 keys brightness 25 Dashboard 25 Exposé 25 media...
... light camera 19 keyboard 26 mouse 28 infrared receiver 19 installing applications 56 Mac OS X 54 Internet connecting 11 connection problems 50 IP address sharing 52 masquerading 52 iSight 19 iTunes, deauthoring 14 iTunes Store 14 K keyboard about 25 ergonomics 68 features 24 function keys 25 indicator light 26 pairing 27 setup 12 using 27 wireless 12 keys brightness 25 Dashboard 25 Exposé 25 media...
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... power specifications 64 PPPoE connections 51 problems. See troubleshooting Q question mark, flashing 46 R RAM. See memory reinstalling software 54 replacing batteries 47, 48 resetting paramater RAM (PRAM) 46 S safety important information 62 optical drive 65 screen brightness, setting 25 SD card slot 19 SDRAM. memory access door 23, 38 how much is installed 42 installing 37 microphone 19 Migration Assistant 14 modem cable 21 DSL 21 external USB 11, 21, 73 mouse cleaning 68 features 25 indicator light...
... power specifications 64 PPPoE connections 51 problems. See troubleshooting Q question mark, flashing 46 R RAM. See memory reinstalling software 54 replacing batteries 47, 48 resetting paramater RAM (PRAM) 46 S safety important information 62 optical drive 65 screen brightness, setting 25 SD card slot 19 SDRAM. memory access door 23, 38 how much is installed 42 installing 37 microphone 19 Migration Assistant 14 modem cable 21 DSL 21 external USB 11, 21, 73 mouse cleaning 68 features 25 indicator light...
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... to quit 45 Internet connection 50 PPPoE connections 51 reinstalling Mac OS X 54 resetting PRAM 46 service and support 57 using Mac Help 58 turning on your iMac 13 typing position 68 U updating software 53 USB connections 33 keyboard, connecting 12 mouse, connecting 12 ports 21 user account setting up 14 transferring information 14 V Volume keys 25 W wake from sleep 15 wireless AirPort Extreme 23 Bluetooth technology 23 keyboard 12, 27 mouse 12, 28 networking 11 Looking...
... to quit 45 Internet connection 50 PPPoE connections 51 reinstalling Mac OS X 54 resetting PRAM 46 service and support 57 using Mac Help 58 turning on your iMac 13 typing position 68 U updating software 53 USB connections 33 keyboard, connecting 12 mouse, connecting 12 ports 21 user account setting up 14 transferring information 14 V Volume keys 25 W wake from sleep 15 wireless AirPort Extreme 23 Bluetooth technology 23 keyboard 12, 27 mouse 12, 28 networking 11 Looking...