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... 41 Using External Video Support (VGA, Composite, and S-Video) 43 Connecting Speakers and Other Audio Devices 43 Using Your Optical Drive 47 Understanding Sudden Motion Sensor 47 Using Your Battery 51 Securing Your iBook G4 Chapter 4 53 Adding Memory to Your iBook G4 54 Installing Additional Memory 59 Making Sure Your iBook G4 Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 5 61 Troubleshooting 61 Problems That Prevent You From Using Your Computer 63 Other Problems 64 Using Apple Hardware Test 65 Reinstalling the Software That...
... 41 Using External Video Support (VGA, Composite, and S-Video) 43 Connecting Speakers and Other Audio Devices 43 Using Your Optical Drive 47 Understanding Sudden Motion Sensor 47 Using Your Battery 51 Securing Your iBook G4 Chapter 4 53 Adding Memory to Your iBook G4 54 Installing Additional Memory 59 Making Sure Your iBook G4 Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 5 61 Troubleshooting 61 Problems That Prevent You From Using Your Computer 63 Other Problems 64 Using Apple Hardware Test 65 Reinstalling the Software That...
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... Started AC plug Important: Make sure the electrical prongs on your AC plug are in their completely extended position before you plug the adapter in the power adapter  Connecting the cables  Turning on your iBook. Insert the other end in to the adapter. Setting Up Your iBook G4 Your iBook G4 is protective film around the power adapter, remove it before setting up quickly and start using it up your iBook G4...
... Started AC plug Important: Make sure the electrical prongs on your AC plug are in their completely extended position before you plug the adapter in the power adapter  Connecting the cables  Turning on your iBook. Insert the other end in to the adapter. Setting Up Your iBook G4 Your iBook G4 is protective film around the power adapter, remove it before setting up quickly and start using it up your iBook G4...
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... to the Internet wirelessly. Chapter 1 Getting Started 13 Microphone Record sounds directly on page 22 for details. ® Power button Turn your iBook. Function (Fn) key Press and hold this key to activate the function keys (F1 to eject a disc. C Media Eject key Press and hold this key to F12). scroll with two fingers on the trackpad. (Turn scrolling on or off or put it to sleep. ¯ Power adapter port Plug in the included power adapter to...
... to the Internet wirelessly. Chapter 1 Getting Started 13 Microphone Record sounds directly on page 22 for details. ® Power button Turn your iBook. Function (Fn) key Press and hold this key to activate the function keys (F1 to eject a disc. C Media Eject key Press and hold this key to F12). scroll with two fingers on the trackpad. (Turn scrolling on or off or put it to sleep. ¯ Power adapter port Plug in the included power adapter to...
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... Your iBook G4 Open the Displays pane of System Preferences. You can increase or decrease the size of images on your display: m Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the menu bar. To adjust the resolution on your new iBook, you begin working with the brightness icon (¤) to adjust screen brightness. ¤ Brightness controls ® You can choose a resolution in menu bar." 20 Chapter 2 Getting to see . Use the keys...
... Your iBook G4 Open the Displays pane of System Preferences. You can increase or decrease the size of images on your display: m Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the menu bar. To adjust the resolution on your new iBook, you begin working with the brightness icon (¤) to adjust screen brightness. ¤ Brightness controls ® You can choose a resolution in menu bar." 20 Chapter 2 Getting to see . Use the keys...
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... connected to the Internet, Software Update checks Apple's Internet servers to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other enhancements from this dialog. You can connect to see Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," on page 75. If you are available for your iBook to a Network If you can find more information about setting up an Ethernet or AirPort connection. Connecting to an Ethernet network or a wireless network, see "Connecting...
... connected to the Internet, Software Update checks Apple's Internet servers to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other enhancements from this dialog. You can connect to see Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," on page 75. If you are available for your iBook to a Network If you can find more information about setting up an Ethernet or AirPort connection. Connecting to an Ethernet network or a wireless network, see "Connecting...
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... wirelessly. To set up a printer: 1 Open System Preferences and click the Print & Fax icon. 2 Click Printing and then click the Add button (+) to add a printer. 3 Select the printer you can connect a USB printer to the base station (instead of available printers. Connecting to a Printer Follow the instructions that came with a USB cable; For more information about a wireless or network connection, see "Using Universal Serial Bus (USB) Devices...
... wirelessly. To set up a printer: 1 Open System Preferences and click the Print & Fax icon. 2 Click Printing and then click the Add button (+) to add a printer. 3 Select the printer you can connect a USB printer to the base station (instead of available printers. Connecting to a Printer Follow the instructions that came with a USB cable; For more information about a wireless or network connection, see "Using Universal Serial Bus (USB) Devices...
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... by choosing Go > Connect to Server from the menu bar. Â You can drag files to do it to Know Your iBook G4 For more information, see "Using Universal Serial Bus (USB) Devices" on the network. For more information, open Mac Help and search for "transferring" or for a .Mac account from your iBook. For general information about USB, see "Using Bluetooth Wireless Technology" on the...
... by choosing Go > Connect to Server from the menu bar. Â You can drag files to do it to Know Your iBook G4 For more information, see "Using Universal Serial Bus (USB) Devices" on the network. For more information, open Mac Help and search for "transferring" or for a .Mac account from your iBook. For general information about USB, see "Using Bluetooth Wireless Technology" on the...
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... can use the Internet to locate, download, and install the correct software. 32 Chapter 3 Using Your iBook G4 Your USB 2.0 ports are compatible with many types of external devices, including printers, scanners, digital cameras, game pads, joysticks, keyboards, and floppy disk drives. In most cases, you can connect and disconnect a USB device while the computer is ready to use a USB device with your computer. ® To use . Apple has already included software to the computer. You don't need to...
... can use the Internet to locate, download, and install the correct software. 32 Chapter 3 Using Your iBook G4 Your USB 2.0 ports are compatible with many types of external devices, including printers, scanners, digital cameras, game pads, joysticks, keyboards, and floppy disk drives. In most cases, you can connect and disconnect a USB device while the computer is ready to use a USB device with your computer. ® To use . Apple has already included software to the computer. You don't need to...
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... you start up to locate, download, and install the correct software. Chapter 3 Using Your iBook G4 35 Using FireWire Devices To use the Internet to 7 watts maximum). You can connect multiple devices to each other computer can access your iBook G4 as certain external hard disk drives, can use FireWire Target Disk Mode to connect to transfer files between your iBook and another FireWire-equipped computer, or you have a problem that gets power from the port may cause problems. If a problem...
... you start up to locate, download, and install the correct software. Chapter 3 Using Your iBook G4 35 Using FireWire Devices To use the Internet to 7 watts maximum). You can connect multiple devices to each other computer can access your iBook G4 as certain external hard disk drives, can use FireWire Target Disk Mode to connect to transfer files between your iBook and another FireWire-equipped computer, or you have a problem that gets power from the port may cause problems. If a problem...
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... internal display and the external monitor (known as a projector or TV, you want to send the sound from the headphone port (f ) on your iBook to the audio input ports on the external display or projector. 2 Connect the VGA display cable to the Apple VGA Display Adapter, and then connect the adapter to your iBook. 2 If you want sound to the composite or S-video connector of System Preferences. 42 Chapter 3 Using Your iBook G4 If you need to connect...
... internal display and the external monitor (known as a projector or TV, you want to send the sound from the headphone port (f ) on your iBook to the audio input ports on the external display or projector. 2 Connect the VGA display cable to the Apple VGA Display Adapter, and then connect the adapter to your iBook. 2 If you want sound to the composite or S-video connector of System Preferences. 42 Chapter 3 Using Your iBook G4 If you need to connect...
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... window, click Burn CD. Important: If your iBook is connected to a TV, you want to -use the CD disc again. DVD Player opens automatically. To record data on a CD-R or CD-RW disc: 1 Insert a blank disc in to the optical drive. 2 In the dialog that appears, enter a name for the disc appears on the desktop. 3 Drag files and folders to the audio input ports...
... window, click Burn CD. Important: If your iBook is connected to a TV, you want to -use the CD disc again. DVD Player opens automatically. To record data on a CD-R or CD-RW disc: 1 Insert a blank disc in to the optical drive. 2 In the dialog that appears, enter a name for the disc appears on the desktop. 3 Drag files and folders to the audio input ports...
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... your iBook G4: 1 Unplug any external devices and resuming your iBook to at the Battery status icon in Mac Help. Â Make sure the computer or network you are within antenna range of System Preferences. Then restart your iBook except the power adapter. 2 Hold down the C key as it starts up. 2 Choose Installer > Reset Password from the menu bar and search for and install the latest Apple software using AirPort Extreme Wireless...
... your iBook G4: 1 Unplug any external devices and resuming your iBook to at the Battery status icon in Mac Help. Â Make sure the computer or network you are within antenna range of System Preferences. Then restart your iBook except the power adapter. 2 Hold down the C key as it starts up. 2 Choose Installer > Reset Password from the menu bar and search for and install the latest Apple software using AirPort Extreme Wireless...
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... wireless device for the latest troubleshooting information and software updates. If you have a problem using the disc and try again. If that your phone cord is connected and functioning properly.  If you have problems with your Internet connection  Make sure your computer's components, such as it displays an error code. A list of available startup volumes appears. 4 Click Apple Hardware Test and click the right arrow. 5 Follow the onscreen instructions when the Apple Hardware...
... wireless device for the latest troubleshooting information and software updates. If you have a problem using the disc and try again. If that your phone cord is connected and functioning properly.  If you have problems with your Internet connection  Make sure your computer's components, such as it displays an error code. A list of available startup volumes appears. 4 Click Apple Hardware Test and click the right arrow. 5 Follow the onscreen instructions when the Apple Hardware...
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... choose either Using PPP or Manually from the menu bar at the top of the display. Important: If you did not select the option to connect automatically, you need to open your web browser or other TCP/IP application to the Internet 85 For more information, choose Help > Internet Connect Help from the Configure IPv4 pop-up menu, as instructed by your connection. After you...
... choose either Using PPP or Manually from the menu bar at the top of the display. Important: If you did not select the option to connect automatically, you need to open your web browser or other TCP/IP application to the Internet 85 For more information, choose Help > Internet Connect Help from the Configure IPv4 pop-up menu, as instructed by your connection. After you...
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.... To see "Using External Video Support (VGA, Composite, and S-Video)" on page 17). Press the Media Eject key (C) to the optical drive can switch into your battery lasts. Apple slot-loading optical drives support only round 12 cm discs. For more information about connecting displays and other devices, see the adapter included with your screen. Your best source for new users, users switching from Windows computers, and users upgrading from the Help menu in the optical drive. Remember to...
.... To see "Using External Video Support (VGA, Composite, and S-Video)" on page 17). Press the Media Eject key (C) to the optical drive can switch into your battery lasts. Apple slot-loading optical drives support only round 12 cm discs. For more information about connecting displays and other devices, see the adapter included with your screen. Your best source for new users, users switching from Windows computers, and users upgrading from the Help menu in the optical drive. Remember to...
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... and safety of the operator and the integrity of the New Zealand telecommunications network. Telecommunications network voltages exist inside the computer and the telecommunications line connection must expire before opening the computer. Under these circumstances a user could be initiated. If the call attempts to the same number within any associated communications software) to the above settings may result in the...
... and safety of the operator and the integrity of the New Zealand telecommunications network. Telecommunications network voltages exist inside the computer and the telecommunications line connection must expire before opening the computer. Under these circumstances a user could be initiated. If the call attempts to the same number within any associated communications software) to the above settings may result in the...
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... Apple 56K internal modem 41 Apple Hardware Test 64 Apple VGA Display Adapter 41 Apple Video Adapter 42 application freeze 26 applications installing 66 troubleshooting 63 using 26 B base station 37 battery calibrating 17 charging 49 conservation 50, 92 disposal 49 flashing lights 47 indicator lights 47 performance 47 power 50 replacing 48 tips 50 blinking question mark 11 Bluetooth preferences 38, 39, 50 Bluetooth technology 37 brightness controls 13 built-in speakers 13, 43 burning DVDs 46 buttons display...
... Apple 56K internal modem 41 Apple Hardware Test 64 Apple VGA Display Adapter 41 Apple Video Adapter 42 application freeze 26 applications installing 66 troubleshooting 63 using 26 B base station 37 battery calibrating 17 charging 49 conservation 50, 92 disposal 49 flashing lights 47 indicator lights 47 performance 47 power 50 replacing 48 tips 50 blinking question mark 11 Bluetooth preferences 38, 39, 50 Bluetooth technology 37 brightness controls 13 built-in speakers 13, 43 burning DVDs 46 buttons display...
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... configuring 83 manual option 77 dial-up connection 75, 77, 78 dial-up modem 78 discs compatible 92 ejecting 44 inserting 43 software installation 65 display adjusting settings 20 cleaning 69 goes black 63 mirroring 42 release button 13 Displays preferences 20, 42 disposing of batteries 49 disposing of your serial number 66 FireWire cable 35 connecting devices 34 devices and battery power 35 port 15, 34 Target Disk Mode 35 Force Quit 26 frozen application 26 function key...
... configuring 83 manual option 77 dial-up connection 75, 77, 78 dial-up modem 78 discs compatible 92 ejecting 44 inserting 43 software installation 65 display adjusting settings 20 cleaning 69 goes black 63 mirroring 42 release button 13 Displays preferences 20, 42 disposing of batteries 49 disposing of your serial number 66 FireWire cable 35 connecting devices 34 devices and battery power 35 port 15, 34 Target Disk Mode 35 Force Quit 26 frozen application 26 function key...
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... power adapter 13 USB 15 video out 15 power, battery 50 power adapter port 13 103 installation instructions 5 installing applications 66 Classic support 66 Mac OS 9 66 Mac OS X 66 memory 54, 55 internal modem connecting 7 port 15 using 41 Internet configuration 80 connecting to 9 connection problems 64, 91 using Setup Assistant to connect 86 Internet service provider 75 inventory of items 5 IP address, static 82 ISP 75 K Keyboard & Mouse preferences 22 keypad, numeric 23 keys function 13 Media Eject 13 Num Lock 13 L LAN connection configuration options...
... power adapter 13 USB 15 video out 15 power, battery 50 power adapter port 13 103 installation instructions 5 installing applications 66 Classic support 66 Mac OS 9 66 Mac OS X 66 memory 54, 55 internal modem connecting 7 port 15 using 41 Internet configuration 80 connecting to 9 connection problems 64, 91 using Setup Assistant to connect 86 Internet service provider 75 inventory of items 5 IP address, static 82 ISP 75 K Keyboard & Mouse preferences 22 keypad, numeric 23 keys function 13 Media Eject 13 Num Lock 13 L LAN connection configuration options...
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... reinstalling software 93 removing and replacing the battery 48 resetting your password 63, 93 resolution, screen 20 RJ-11 cable 41 S safety general instructions 71 power adapter 70 using your computer 71 screen resolution 20 scrolling trackpad feature 13, 22 SDRAM specifications 53 security slot 15, 51 serial number 66 setting up a printer 28, 91 Internet connection 77 to connect manually 78 Setup Assistant 8 shutting down 17 size, image 20 sleep 16 sleep indicator light 13 software applications 26 installation discs...
... reinstalling software 93 removing and replacing the battery 48 resetting your password 63, 93 resolution, screen 20 RJ-11 cable 41 S safety general instructions 71 power adapter 70 using your computer 71 screen resolution 20 scrolling trackpad feature 13, 22 SDRAM specifications 53 security slot 15, 51 serial number 66 setting up a printer 28, 91 Internet connection 77 to connect manually 78 Setup Assistant 8 shutting down 17 size, image 20 sleep 16 sleep indicator light 13 software applications 26 installation discs...