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PowerBook G4 15-inch Getting Started Includes setup, expansion, and troubleshooting information for your PowerBook G4 computer
PowerBook G4 15-inch Getting Started Includes setup, expansion, and troubleshooting information for your PowerBook G4 computer
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..., CA 95014-2084 408-996-1010 www.apple.com Apple, the Apple logo, AirPort, Apple Store, AppleTalk, Final Cut Pro, FireWire, iCal, iMovie, iTunes, Mac, Macintosh, the Mac logo, Mac OS, PowerBook, QuickTime, and Sherlock are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation, used under license. and other countries. PowerPC is intended for printing or clerical errors...
..., CA 95014-2084 408-996-1010 www.apple.com Apple, the Apple logo, AirPort, Apple Store, AppleTalk, Final Cut Pro, FireWire, iCal, iMovie, iTunes, Mac, Macintosh, the Mac logo, Mac OS, PowerBook, QuickTime, and Sherlock are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation, used under license. and other countries. PowerPC is intended for printing or clerical errors...
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...2 Chapter 3 5 Getting Started 6 Basic Features of Your PowerBook 8 Additional Features of Your PowerBook 10 Setting Up 16 How Do I Turn My PowerBook Off? 17 Calibrating Your Battery 18 What's Next? 19 The Basics 19 Getting to Know Your New PowerBook 20 Adjusting Your Display 21 Using Your Power Adapter 22 Using... the Trackpad 23 Using the Keyboard 24 Using a Mouse 24 Learning About Mac OS X 24 Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences 25 Connecting to a Printer 26 Monitoring Printing...
...2 Chapter 3 5 Getting Started 6 Basic Features of Your PowerBook 8 Additional Features of Your PowerBook 10 Setting Up 16 How Do I Turn My PowerBook Off? 17 Calibrating Your Battery 18 What's Next? 19 The Basics 19 Getting to Know Your New PowerBook 20 Adjusting Your Display 21 Using Your Power Adapter 22 Using... the Trackpad 23 Using the Keyboard 24 Using a Mouse 24 Learning About Mac OS X 24 Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences 25 Connecting to a Printer 26 Monitoring Printing...
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... 67 Safety, Use, and Care Information 67 Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your Computer 68 Using Your PowerBook 69 General Safety Instructions 70 Battery 70 Avoid Hearing Damage 70 Apple and the Environment 71 Ergonomics 73 Connecting to the Internet 75 Gathering the Information You Need 76 Entering Your Information...
... 67 Safety, Use, and Care Information 67 Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your Computer 68 Using Your PowerBook 69 General Safety Instructions 70 Battery 70 Avoid Hearing Damage 70 Apple and the Environment 71 Ergonomics 73 Connecting to the Internet 75 Gathering the Information You Need 76 Entering Your Information...
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Getting Started 1 1 Your PowerBook is a full-featured notebook computer. ® S-video-to-composite adapter AC plug DVI-to-VGA adapter Phone cord Power adapter AC cord Important: Read all the installation instructions and safety information (see page 67) carefully before you plug your computer into a wall socket. 5
Getting Started 1 1 Your PowerBook is a full-featured notebook computer. ® S-video-to-composite adapter AC plug DVI-to-VGA adapter Phone cord Power adapter AC cord Important: Read all the installation instructions and safety information (see page 67) carefully before you plug your computer into a wall socket. 5
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Mute control Video Mode Toggle key Slot-loading optical drive Standard function keys ¤ Brightness controls - Basic Features of Your PowerBook AirPort Extreme/ Bluetooth antenna window Built-in speaker (located under speaker grille) AirPort Extreme/ Bluetooth antenna window Microphone Function key (Fn) ® ® Power button Built-in speaker Sleep indicator light Display release button Trackpad button Trackpad - Volume controls Num Lock key Keyboard illumination controls (not on all models) Media Eject key 6 Chapter 1 Getting Started
Mute control Video Mode Toggle key Slot-loading optical drive Standard function keys ¤ Brightness controls - Basic Features of Your PowerBook AirPort Extreme/ Bluetooth antenna window Built-in speaker (located under speaker grille) AirPort Extreme/ Bluetooth antenna window Microphone Function key (Fn) ® ® Power button Built-in speaker Sleep indicator light Display release button Trackpad button Trackpad - Volume controls Num Lock key Keyboard illumination controls (not on all models) Media Eject key 6 Chapter 1 Getting Started
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... to eject a disc. AirPort Extreme/Bluetooth antenna window With an optional AirPort Extreme Base Station or other digital files on all PowerBooks) Increase or decrease the brightness of media. You can also write music, documents, and other wireless hub, connect to release ... Listen to F12). For additional information about AirPort Extreme or your keyboard illumination. Volume controls Increase or decrease the volume of your PowerBook hard disk with Bluetooth wireless technology, such as mice, keyboards, personal digital assistants, and cell phones. Media Eject key Press and...
... to eject a disc. AirPort Extreme/Bluetooth antenna window With an optional AirPort Extreme Base Station or other digital files on all PowerBooks) Increase or decrease the brightness of media. You can also write music, documents, and other wireless hub, connect to release ... Listen to F12). For additional information about AirPort Extreme or your keyboard illumination. Volume controls Increase or decrease the volume of your PowerBook hard disk with Bluetooth wireless technology, such as mice, keyboards, personal digital assistants, and cell phones. Media Eject key Press and...
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® ® Additional Features of Your PowerBook ¯ Power adapter port USB 2.0 port f Headphone out port W Internal modem port Audio line in port PC Card slot FireWire 400 port G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Security USB 2.0 port FireWire Æ S-video DVI slot 800 port out port port 8 Chapter 1 Getting Started
® ® Additional Features of Your PowerBook ¯ Power adapter port USB 2.0 port f Headphone out port W Internal modem port Audio line in port PC Card slot FireWire 400 port G Gigabit Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T) Security USB 2.0 port FireWire Æ S-video DVI slot 800 port out port port 8 Chapter 1 Getting Started
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...) to connect to the FireWire 800 port. For additional information about these features, see Chapter 3, "Using Your Computer," on your PowerBook battery. Two Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) ports Connect additional equipment to the FireWire 800 port. You can use the...devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable in the included Apple Portable Power Adapter to a line-level microphone or other sound output devices. You can also directly connect a 9-pin FireWire device to your PowerBook, such as digital videocameras, and external storage devices. Accepts ...
...) to connect to the FireWire 800 port. For additional information about these features, see Chapter 3, "Using Your Computer," on your PowerBook battery. Two Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) ports Connect additional equipment to the FireWire 800 port. You can use the...devices and doesn't require an Ethernet crossover cable in the included Apple Portable Power Adapter to a line-level microphone or other sound output devices. You can also directly connect a 9-pin FireWire device to your PowerBook, such as digital videocameras, and external storage devices. Accepts ...
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Setting Up Your PowerBook is designed so that you plug the adapter into the outlet. AC plug Important: Be sure to snap the electrical prongs on page 21. 10 ... before you can attach the AC cord if desired. Step 1: Plug In the Power Adapter m Plug the AC plug of your AC plug into the PowerBook power adapter port.
Setting Up Your PowerBook is designed so that you plug the adapter into the outlet. AC plug Important: Be sure to snap the electrical prongs on page 21. 10 ... before you can attach the AC cord if desired. Step 1: Plug In the Power Adapter m Plug the AC plug of your AC plug into the PowerBook power adapter port.
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See Appendix C, "Connecting to the Internet," on these pages, then enter it up later. You can skip that process and come back to it later. To set up a telephone dial-up connection, gather the following : • IP address • Subnet mask • Router address Note: If you selected "Using DHCP with an Internet service provider (ISP). Setting up your Internet connection usually requires you to supply information such as the account name your ISP gives you can write information from your ISP or network administrator on page 73 for you through the registration process. If you'...
See Appendix C, "Connecting to the Internet," on these pages, then enter it up later. You can skip that process and come back to it later. To set up a telephone dial-up connection, gather the following : • IP address • Subnet mask • Router address Note: If you selected "Using DHCP with an Internet service provider (ISP). Setting up your Internet connection usually requires you to supply information such as the account name your ISP gives you can write information from your ISP or network administrator on page 73 for you through the registration process. If you'...
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... • PPPoE service name The information below is optional. If you're connecting to a phone line, DSL modem, cable modem, or Ethernet network. Ask your PowerBook to a wireless AirPort Extreme 802.11b or 802.11g network, you need cables. W Internal modem port Telephone cord ® 12 Chapter 1 Getting Started
... • PPPoE service name The information below is optional. If you're connecting to a phone line, DSL modem, cable modem, or Ethernet network. Ask your PowerBook to a wireless AirPort Extreme 802.11b or 802.11g network, you need cables. W Internal modem port Telephone cord ® 12 Chapter 1 Getting Started
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The modem will not work with a digital phone line. Warning: Do not connect a digital telephone line to the Ethernet hub or outlet. For more information about your modem, see "Using Your Modem" on other end of the cord to the Internet," on page 73. To connect to a DSL or cable modem or an Ethernet network: m Connect the cable to your telephone service provider if you are unsure whether you connect the internal modem to an analog phone line-the kind used typically in the modem instructions, or connect the Ethernet cord to the modem; Then connect the other types of line could damage ...
The modem will not work with a digital phone line. Warning: Do not connect a digital telephone line to the Ethernet hub or outlet. For more information about your modem, see "Using Your Modem" on other end of the cord to the Internet," on page 73. To connect to a DSL or cable modem or an Ethernet network: m Connect the cable to your telephone service provider if you are unsure whether you connect the internal modem to an analog phone line-the kind used typically in the modem instructions, or connect the Ethernet cord to the modem; Then connect the other types of line could damage ...
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... software on the computer, press the Power button (®). Setup Assistant launches automatically to help you. 1 To turn on page 60. Step 4: Turn On Your PowerBook With your setup information gathered, you're ready to start up. It takes the computer a few moments to start up to one second). See "Restoring...
... software on the computer, press the Power button (®). Setup Assistant launches automatically to help you. 1 To turn on page 60. Step 4: Turn On Your PowerBook With your setup information gathered, you're ready to start up. It takes the computer a few moments to start up to one second). See "Restoring...
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Chapter 1 Getting Started 15 2 Use your PowerBook trackpad to select and move the arrow pointer on the screen, slide your finger across the trackpad. • To select, click, or double-click an item on the screen, use a mouse with a desktop computer. • To move items on the screen, much as you 're up and running! Congratulations, you use the trackpad button. ® Trackpad Trackpad button For tips on using the trackpad, see "Tips for Using the Trackpad" on page 22.
Chapter 1 Getting Started 15 2 Use your PowerBook trackpad to select and move the arrow pointer on the screen, slide your finger across the trackpad. • To select, click, or double-click an item on the screen, use a mouse with a desktop computer. • To move items on the screen, much as you 're up and running! Congratulations, you use the trackpad button. ® Trackpad Trackpad button For tips on using the trackpad, see "Tips for Using the Trackpad" on page 22.
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... wake the computer: • If the display is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of the following: • Close the display. • Choose Apple (K) > Sleep from sleep when you open the display. • If the display is in sleep, you move your computer to Sleep If you will be... bar. • Press the Power button (®) and click Sleep in sleep and the hard disk has stopped spinning) before you can put your PowerBook. Putting Your PowerBook to sleep or shut it . To put the computer to start up from the hard disk. When the computer is already open it down...
... wake the computer: • If the display is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of the following: • Close the display. • Choose Apple (K) > Sleep from sleep when you open the display. • If the display is in sleep, you move your computer to Sleep If you will be... bar. • Press the Power button (®) and click Sleep in sleep and the hard disk has stopped spinning) before you can put your PowerBook. Putting Your PowerBook to sleep or shut it . To put the computer to start up from the hard disk. When the computer is already open it down...
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... page 21 and "Battery" on the power adapter plug changes to sleep; Shutting Down Your PowerBook If you aren't going to calibrate it. Important: You only have your battery from your PowerBook battery, complete the following : • Choose Apple (K) > Shut Down from the menu bar. • Press the Power button (®) and click...
... page 21 and "Battery" on the power adapter plug changes to sleep; Shutting Down Your PowerBook If you aren't going to calibrate it. Important: You only have your battery from your PowerBook battery, complete the following : • Choose Apple (K) > Shut Down from the menu bar. • Press the Power button (®) and click...
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...Mac OS Help and browse the information. • Switching from another computer? Open Mac OS Help and see Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," on contacting Apple. 18 Chapter 1 Getting Started It will help you use your previous computer knowledge to your problem in the menu bar and choose Mac Help... problem that prevents you 're unfamiliar with your computer's applications and Internet features. What's Next? • Learn the important basics about using your PowerBook. What If I Have More Questions? Mac OS Help Most of the screen). 2 Choose Help > Mac Help (click the Help menu in these...
...Mac OS Help and browse the information. • Switching from another computer? Open Mac OS Help and see Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," on contacting Apple. 18 Chapter 1 Getting Started It will help you use your previous computer knowledge to your problem in the menu bar and choose Mac Help... problem that prevents you 're unfamiliar with your computer's applications and Internet features. What's Next? • Learn the important basics about using your PowerBook. What If I Have More Questions? Mac OS Help Most of the screen). 2 Choose Help > Mac Help (click the Help menu in these...
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When using your hard disk and optical drives may whir and click as they access information or load and eject discs. For example, your PowerBook or when charging the battery, it is normal for some time, a small fan may hear small noises during startup and when using your ...locations, be sure to let the hard disk and any optical disc in your hard disk and optical drives. For more safety instructions about your PowerBook that keeps the unit within normal operating temperatures. Small noises are spinning. Whenever you transport the computer. As you get warm. Avoid jostling or...
When using your hard disk and optical drives may whir and click as they access information or load and eject discs. For example, your PowerBook or when charging the battery, it is normal for some time, a small fan may hear small noises during startup and when using your ...locations, be sure to let the hard disk and any optical disc in your hard disk and optical drives. For more safety instructions about your PowerBook that keeps the unit within normal operating temperatures. Small noises are spinning. Whenever you transport the computer. As you get warm. Avoid jostling or...
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...the brightness of System Preferences or by pressing the F8 key. 20 Chapter 2 The Basics The ALS sensors are marked with your new PowerBook, you begin working with illumination icons, then your computer has keyboard illumination and an ambient light-sensing (ALS) system. Open the ...automatic brightness checkbox. Important: Even when the keyboard illumination feature is easier to see. To turn off the automatic display brightness feature: m Choose Apple (K) > System Preferences from the menu bar. You can also adjust the keyboard illumination using the F8, F9, and F10 keys. ®...
...the brightness of System Preferences or by pressing the F8 key. 20 Chapter 2 The Basics The ALS sensors are marked with your new PowerBook, you begin working with illumination icons, then your computer has keyboard illumination and an ambient light-sensing (ALS) system. Open the ...automatic brightness checkbox. Important: Even when the keyboard illumination feature is easier to see. To turn off the automatic display brightness feature: m Choose Apple (K) > System Preferences from the menu bar. You can also adjust the keyboard illumination using the F8, F9, and F10 keys. ®...