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... 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 Came With...
... 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 Came With...
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... service and support information that came with one memory slot that you can use PC2700 DDR 333 Type RAM with 512 megabytes (MB) of memory you have an Apple-certified technician install memory. Your computer also comes with the 12-inch iBook G4, but it will still run at PC2100 DDR... 266 speed. Warning: Apple recommends that you attempt to install memory and damage your equipment, such damage is 1.5...
... service and support information that came with one memory slot that you can use PC2700 DDR 333 Type RAM with 512 megabytes (MB) of memory you have an Apple-certified technician install memory. Your computer also comes with the 12-inch iBook G4, but it will still run at PC2100 DDR... 266 speed. Warning: Apple recommends that you attempt to install memory and damage your equipment, such damage is 1.5...
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...: The internal components of your iBook. Installing Additional Memory To install additional memory in the following pages. These tasks are described in your iBook, you have been using your iBook, wait 30 minutes after shutting down your iBook might be hot. Disconnect the power... adapter, phone cord, and any other cables connected to the computer to unlock the battery, and gently remove it. Step 1: Removing the Battery and Keyboard 1 Shut down to let the internal components cool before continuing. 54 Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your iBook G4...
...: The internal components of your iBook. Installing Additional Memory To install additional memory in the following pages. These tasks are described in your iBook, you have been using your iBook, wait 30 minutes after shutting down your iBook might be hot. Disconnect the power... adapter, phone cord, and any other cables connected to the computer to unlock the battery, and gently remove it. Step 1: Removing the Battery and Keyboard 1 Shut down to let the internal components cool before continuing. 54 Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your iBook G4...
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...two plastic tabs away from your body. If the keyboard doesn't pop up slightly. Chapter 4 Adding Memory to the Num Lock key. Locate the plastic tab next to Your iBook G4 55 Step 2: Installing Memory 1 Loosen the four captive screws that secure the RAM shield, and then carefully lift it out.... 2 If you already have a memory card installed in the memory card. Use a small flathead screwdriver to turn the ...
...two plastic tabs away from your body. If the keyboard doesn't pop up slightly. Chapter 4 Adding Memory to the Num Lock key. Locate the plastic tab next to Your iBook G4 55 Step 2: Installing Memory 1 Loosen the four captive screws that secure the RAM shield, and then carefully lift it out.... 2 If you already have a memory card installed in the memory card. Use a small flathead screwdriver to turn the ...
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3 Insert the new memory card in to Your iBook G4 Now that you're done installing the memory card, proceed to the next section and "Making Sure Your iBook G4 Recognizes the New Memory" on the memory card to make sure it down on page 59. 56 Chapter 4 Adding Memory to the slot at a 30-degree angle. If the memory card does not latch, do not force it is fully seated. 5 Replace the RAM shield. Try reinserting the card to lock it in to the slot. 30O 4 Press down . Push the card to seat it fully in place.
3 Insert the new memory card in to Your iBook G4 Now that you're done installing the memory card, proceed to the next section and "Making Sure Your iBook G4 Recognizes the New Memory" on the memory card to make sure it down on page 59. 56 Chapter 4 Adding Memory to the slot at a 30-degree angle. If the memory card does not latch, do not force it is fully seated. 5 Replace the RAM shield. Try reinserting the card to lock it in to the slot. 30O 4 Press down . Push the card to seat it fully in place.
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Chapter 4 Adding Memory to place. Step 3: Replacing the Keyboard and Battery 1 Replace the keyboard by inserting it at an angle and gently lowering it in to Your iBook G4 57
Chapter 4 Adding Memory to place. Step 3: Replacing the Keyboard and Battery 1 Replace the keyboard by inserting it at an angle and gently lowering it in to Your iBook G4 57
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2 To discourage unauthorized access to Your iBook G4 Gently press the right side of the battery in to place. 4 Reconnect the power adapter and any other cables that were attached. 58 Chapter 4 Adding Memory to your memory module, you can lock the keyboard by turning the keyboard screw one half turn clockwise. ® Á ¥ 3 Replace the battery. Place the left side of the battery down until the battery latch locks in to the battery compartment.
2 To discourage unauthorized access to Your iBook G4 Gently press the right side of the battery in to place. 4 Reconnect the power adapter and any other cables that were attached. 58 Chapter 4 Adding Memory to your memory module, you can lock the keyboard by turning the keyboard screw one half turn clockwise. ® Á ¥ 3 Replace the battery. Place the left side of the battery down until the battery latch locks in to the battery compartment.
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... the support information that came with your iBook G4 The total memory includes the amount that it is compatible with the computer plus the new memory you see the Mac OS desktop, choose Apple () > About This Mac. Making Sure Your iBook G4 Recognizes the New Memory After installing additional memory in your iBook, check whether the computer recognizes the...
... the support information that came with your iBook G4 The total memory includes the amount that it is compatible with the computer plus the new memory you see the Mac OS desktop, choose Apple () > About This Mac. Making Sure Your iBook G4 Recognizes the New Memory After installing additional memory in your iBook, check whether the computer recognizes the...
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...problem. Note the following: Â The applications you need. If a dialog appears, select the application you experience a problem working with your iBook G4, check here first for a few seconds to make sure the problem is usually a simple and quick solution. When you want to quit. ...to shut down the computer. 61 Troubleshooting 5 5 If you installed, such as additional memory or a peripheral. Be aware of the Mac OS installed on the Apple Service & Support website at www.apple.com/support. Problems That Prevent You From Using Your Computer If the computer doesn't ...
...problem. Note the following: Â The applications you need. If a dialog appears, select the application you experience a problem working with your iBook G4, check here first for a few seconds to make sure the problem is usually a simple and quick solution. When you want to quit. ...to shut down the computer. 61 Troubleshooting 5 5 If you installed, such as additional memory or a peripheral. Be aware of the Mac OS installed on the Apple Service & Support website at www.apple.com/support. Problems That Prevent You From Using Your Computer If the computer doesn't ...
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...extensions. Select a local Mac OS X System folder. Â If that came with your iBook for service. 62 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting For instructions, see "Reinstalling the Software That Came With ... immediately hold down your computer by pressing and holding the power button (®) for about contacting Apple for information about 5 seconds, until the computer shuts down the Command (x), Option, P, and ... you hear the startup sound a second time. Â If you recently installed additional memory, make sure that it is compatible, you might need to reinstall your computer's system ...
...extensions. Select a local Mac OS X System folder. Â If that came with your iBook for service. 62 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting For instructions, see "Reinstalling the Software That Came With ... immediately hold down your computer by pressing and holding the power button (®) for about contacting Apple for information about 5 seconds, until the computer shuts down the Command (x), Option, P, and ... you hear the startup sound a second time. Â If you recently installed additional memory, make sure that it is compatible, you might need to reinstall your computer's system ...
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...line or network cable is a problem with your Internet connection  Make sure your Internet service provider (ISP) or network administrator. Using Apple Hardware Test If you suspect a problem with your computer hardware, you have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect it. 2 Insert the Mac OS... pursuing support options. If that doesn't work, restart the computer while holding down the Option key as the memory or processor. Make a note of available startup volumes appears. 4 Click Apple Hardware Test and click the right arrow. 5 Follow the onscreen instructions when the...
...line or network cable is a problem with your Internet connection  Make sure your Internet service provider (ISP) or network administrator. Using Apple Hardware Test If you suspect a problem with your computer hardware, you have an Ethernet cable connected, disconnect it. 2 Insert the Mac OS... pursuing support options. If that doesn't work, restart the computer while holding down the Option key as the memory or processor. Make a note of available startup volumes appears. 4 Click Apple Hardware Test and click the right arrow. 5 Follow the onscreen instructions when the...
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To access the information in System Profiler, choose Apple () > About This Mac from the menu bar and then click More Info, or open System Profiler, located in memory, hard disk size, devices connected, and the product serial number. Click the triangles in the different categories. Operating Environment  Operating temperature: 50°... volts (V), 50/60 hertz (Hz)  Output: DC 24.5 V, 1.875 A 67 Appendix Specifications A A You can use System Profiler to find out detailed information about your iBook G4, such as the amount of built-in Applications/Utilities.
To access the information in System Profiler, choose Apple () > About This Mac from the menu bar and then click More Info, or open System Profiler, located in memory, hard disk size, devices connected, and the product serial number. Click the triangles in the different categories. Operating Environment  Operating temperature: 50°... volts (V), 50/60 hertz (Hz)  Output: DC 24.5 V, 1.875 A 67 Appendix Specifications A A You can use System Profiler to find out detailed information about your iBook G4, such as the amount of built-in Applications/Utilities.
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...might look similar, but they probably don't match. Contact your telephone service provider if you are going to store your iBook for Setting Up and Using Your iBook G4 Be aware of the following safety tips and warnings as you work with reasonable ease, they can negatively affect your ...perform procedures such as installing memory. Make sure that the connector matches the port and that came with your iBook. Do not use this equipment in a cool, climate-controlled location. Â For long-term storage of line could damage the modem. Storing Your iBook G4 If you are unsure whether...
...might look similar, but they probably don't match. Contact your telephone service provider if you are going to store your iBook for Setting Up and Using Your iBook G4 Be aware of the following safety tips and warnings as you work with reasonable ease, they can negatively affect your ...perform procedures such as installing memory. Make sure that the connector matches the port and that came with your iBook. Do not use this equipment in a cool, climate-controlled location. Â For long-term storage of line could damage the modem. Storing Your iBook G4 If you are unsure whether...
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... 63 amber light 21 analog phone line 7, 41 antenna, AirPort Extreme 13 Appearance preferences 25 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...desktop 24 image size 20 password 63, 93 the resolution 20 the screen 20 System Preferences 24 charging the battery 49 checking memory 59 Classic environment support 66 cleaning your computer 69 communicating using Bluetooth 37 computer disposal 96 freezes 62 inventory 5 putting to ...
... 63 amber light 21 analog phone line 7, 41 antenna, AirPort Extreme 13 Appearance preferences 25 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...desktop 24 image size 20 password 63, 93 the resolution 20 the screen 20 System Preferences 24 charging the battery 49 checking memory 59 Classic environment support 66 cleaning your computer 69 communicating using Bluetooth 37 computer disposal 96 freezes 62 inventory 5 putting to ...
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... 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...54, 55 microphone 13, 43 modem cable 7, 75 Index connecting 7, 41 dial-up 78 DSL 7, 75 internal 7 using 41 monitor, connecting 42, 92 mouse connecting external 23 See also trackpad multiple USB devices 33 music, recording 45 N Network Connections 90 networking two computers 35 wireless 36 ...
... 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...54, 55 microphone 13, 43 modem cable 7, 75 Index connecting 7, 41 dial-up 78 DSL 7, 75 internal 7 using 41 monitor, connecting 42, 92 mouse connecting external 23 See also trackpad multiple USB devices 33 music, recording 45 N Network Connections 90 networking two computers 35 wireless 36 ...
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...89 pointer won't move 61 PPPoE connections 89 trouble ejecting a disc 64 trouble using AirPort 63 with an application 63 projector, connecting 42 putting your Internet configuration 80 trackpad location 13 scrolling 13, 22 tips 22 using 10 transferring files or documents 30 information 35 information ...from another Mac 8 troubleshooting AirPort 63 an application 63 computer freezes 62 computer won't respond 61 104 Index See memory recording CD-R 45 CD-RW 45 DVD 46 music 45 reinstalling software 93 removing and replacing the battery 48 resetting your password 63,...
...89 pointer won't move 61 PPPoE connections 89 trouble ejecting a disc 64 trouble using AirPort 63 with an application 63 projector, connecting 42 putting your Internet configuration 80 trackpad location 13 scrolling 13, 22 tips 22 using 10 transferring files or documents 30 information 35 information ...from another Mac 8 troubleshooting AirPort 63 an application 63 computer freezes 62 computer won't respond 61 104 Index See memory recording CD-R 45 CD-RW 45 DVD 46 music 45 reinstalling software 93 removing and replacing the battery 48 resetting your password 63,...