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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 20 Basic Features of Your iMac 22 Other Features of Your iMac 24 Ports on Your iMac 26 Other Components of Your iMac 28 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory 33 Installing Memory 38 Making Sure Your iMac Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 41 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your iMac 43 Using Apple Hardware Test 44 Problems with Your Internet Connection 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 20 Basic Features of Your iMac 22 Other Features of Your iMac 24 Ports on Your iMac 26 Other Components of Your iMac 28 Getting Answers Chapter 3: Boost Your Memory 33 Installing Memory 38 Making Sure Your iMac Recognizes the New Memory Chapter 4: Problem, Meet Solution 41 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your iMac 43 Using Apple Hardware Test 44 Problems with Your Internet Connection Contents 5
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... you first start up a user account on your iMac, Setup Assistant starts. Go to the Applications folder, open Mac Help and search for "System Preferences" or for the specific preference you 've purchased from your previous Mac to configure your iMac. For more information, open Utilities, and double-click Migration Assistant. Step 7: Customize your desktop and set up , you enter your Internet and...
... you first start up a user account on your iMac, Setup Assistant starts. Go to the Applications folder, open Mac Help and search for "System Preferences" or for the specific preference you 've purchased from your previous Mac to configure your iMac. For more information, open Utilities, and double-click Migration Assistant. Step 7: Customize your desktop and set up , you enter your Internet and...
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.../100/1000Base-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 Ethernet port automatically detects other Ethernet devices. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. H One FireWire 800 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as digital video cameras and storage devices. £ Mini DisplayPort Connect a display that uses a Mini DisplayPort connector. d Four high-speed USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports Connect an iPod, iPhone, mouse, keyboard, printer, disk drive, digital camera...
.../100/1000Base-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 Ethernet port automatically detects other Ethernet devices. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. H One FireWire 800 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as digital video cameras and storage devices. £ Mini DisplayPort Connect a display that uses a Mini DisplayPort connector. d Four high-speed USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports Connect an iPod, iPhone, mouse, keyboard, printer, disk drive, digital camera...
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... purchase the Apple Wireless Keyboard or Mouse at www.apple.com/store). Memory access Your iMac comes with Your iMac 27 You can purchase memory at least 2 GB of memory installed as Bluetooth mobile phones, PDAs, printers, and the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Mouse (you can replace the installed memory with 2 GB or 4 GB memory modules for up to restart your iMac during troubleshooting. Power port Connect the power cord to a wireless network using built-in...
... purchase the Apple Wireless Keyboard or Mouse at www.apple.com/store). Memory access Your iMac comes with Your iMac 27 You can purchase memory at least 2 GB of memory installed as Bluetooth mobile phones, PDAs, printers, and the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Mouse (you can replace the installed memory with 2 GB or 4 GB memory modules for up to restart your iMac during troubleshooting. Power port Connect the power cord to a wireless network using built-in...
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... for "display port." Or open Mac Help and search for "Bluetooth." Using an external display Mac Help and search for "burn disc." and manuals for "FireWire" or "USB." technology Or open Mac Help and search for "mouse" or "keyboard." FireWire and USB connections Mac Help and search for Apple products Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac 29 Instructions, technical support, The Apple Support site at www.apple.com/support/airport. Connecting to the Internet Mac...
... for "display port." Or open Mac Help and search for "Bluetooth." Using an external display Mac Help and search for "burn disc." and manuals for "FireWire" or "USB." technology Or open Mac Help and search for "mouse" or "keyboard." FireWire and USB connections Mac Help and search for Apple products Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac 29 Instructions, technical support, The Apple Support site at www.apple.com/support/airport. Connecting to the Internet Mac...
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... the memory is correctly installed and that it shuts down. Plug the power cord back in and press the power (®) button again to use as your startup disk.  After your iMac starts up  Make sure the power cord is compatible with Your iMac" on page 48). If your iMac won't turn on page 51 for service. 42 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution This resets...
... the memory is correctly installed and that it shuts down. Plug the power cord back in and press the power (®) button again to use as your startup disk.  After your iMac starts up  Make sure the power cord is compatible with Your iMac" on page 48). If your iMac won't turn on page 51 for service. 42 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution This resets...
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...'t work, you can insert the Applications Install DVD that came with one of the error code before pursuing support options. If Apple Hardware Test doesn't detect a hardware failure, the problem may be software-related. To use . 4 Press the Return key or click the right arrow button. 5 When the Apple Hardware Test main screen appears (after about 45 seconds), follow the onscreen instructions. 6 If Apple Hardware Test detects a problem, it displays an error code. For more information, see the Apple Hardware Test Read...
...'t work, you can insert the Applications Install DVD that came with one of the error code before pursuing support options. If Apple Hardware Test doesn't detect a hardware failure, the problem may be software-related. To use . 4 Press the Return key or click the right arrow button. 5 When the Apple Hardware Test main screen appears (after about 45 seconds), follow the onscreen instructions. 6 If Apple Hardware Test detects a problem, it displays an error code. For more information, see the Apple Hardware Test Read...
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... open Network Setup Assistant. Open System Preferences and click Network. If Network Diagnostics can't resolve the problem, there may be a problem with the Internet service provider (ISP) you are trying to connect to, with Your Internet Connection Your iMac has the Setup Assistant application to help walk you through setting up an Internet connection. Cable Modem, DSL Modem, and LAN Internet Connections Make sure all modem cables are trying to access. Problems with an external device you are using...
... open Network Setup Assistant. Open System Preferences and click Network. If Network Diagnostics can't resolve the problem, there may be a problem with the Internet service provider (ISP) you are trying to connect to, with Your Internet Connection Your iMac has the Setup Assistant application to help walk you through setting up an Internet connection. Cable Modem, DSL Modem, and LAN Internet Connections Make sure all modem cables are trying to access. Problems with an external device you are using...
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... the account name, password, and PPPoE service name (if your service provider requires it). 6 Click Apply to your Ethernet hubs and routers. Check the cables and power supplies to make sure you have . PPPoE Connections If you are connecting to a wireless network. 5 Enter the information you received from the Ethernet pop-up menu. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 45 Network Connections Make sure the Ethernet cable is plugged into the network. LAN users should contact their...
... the account name, password, and PPPoE service name (if your service provider requires it). 6 Click Apply to your Ethernet hubs and routers. Check the cables and power supplies to make sure you have . PPPoE Connections If you are connecting to a wireless network. 5 Enter the information you received from the Ethernet pop-up menu. Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 45 Network Connections Make sure the Ethernet cable is plugged into the network. LAN users should contact their...
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... an Internet connection, be used to know whether your network is provided, then you can't resolve the issue using these steps, contact your network. For information about using AirPort Extreme wireless communication  Make sure the computer or network you have trouble using an AirPort Base Station, check Mac Help or visit the AirPort Extreme website at www.apple.com/support/airport. For setup information...
... an Internet connection, be used to know whether your network is provided, then you can't resolve the issue using these steps, contact your network. For information about using AirPort Extreme wireless communication  Make sure the computer or network you have trouble using an AirPort Base Station, check Mac Help or visit the AirPort Extreme website at www.apple.com/support/airport. For setup information...
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Keeping Your Software Up to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other open applications. You can set your iMac to check for updated software: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 2 Click the Software Update icon and follow the onscreen instructions. Â For more information. To check for updates periodically, and then you can connect to Date You can download and install updated software. Mac OS...
Keeping Your Software Up to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other open applications. You can set your iMac to check for updated software: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 2 Click the Software Update icon and follow the onscreen instructions. Â For more information. To check for updates periodically, and then you can connect to Date You can download and install updated software. Mac OS...
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... and Install" option erases your hard disk, you back up the data on your data. Installing Mac OS X To install Mac OS X: 1 Back up your computer. 3 Double-click Install Mac OS X. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. 48 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution The Force Quit Applications dialog appears with your essential files before restoring software. Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your iMac Use the software installation discs...
... and Install" option erases your hard disk, you back up the data on your data. Installing Mac OS X To install Mac OS X: 1 Back up your computer. 3 Double-click Install Mac OS X. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. 48 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution The Force Quit Applications dialog appears with your essential files before restoring software. Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your iMac Use the software installation discs...
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...-up menu. If your date and time settings get help , System Profiler, or Apple Hardware Test. Choose your iMac to www.apple.com/support. Choose Help > Mac Help. Learning More, Service, and Support Your iMac does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the keyboard, mouse, and memory. In the Finder, choose Help > Mac Help. Â Check the Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support for instructions and troubleshooting information...
...-up menu. If your date and time settings get help , System Profiler, or Apple Hardware Test. Choose your iMac to www.apple.com/support. Choose Help > Mac Help. Learning More, Service, and Support Your iMac does not have any user-serviceable parts, except the keyboard, mouse, and memory. In the Finder, choose Help > Mac Help. Â Check the Apple Support website at www.apple.com/support for instructions and troubleshooting information...
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... Protection Plan. AppleCare Service and Support Your iMac comes with installing and opening applications, and basic troubleshooting. Call the support center number nearest you what hardware and software is installed, the serial number and operating system version, how much memory is installed, and more. You can help you call. 52 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution To open System Profiler, choose Apple () > About This Mac from the menu bar and then...
... Protection Plan. AppleCare Service and Support Your iMac comes with installing and opening applications, and basic troubleshooting. Call the support center number nearest you what hardware and software is installed, the serial number and operating system version, how much memory is installed, and more. You can help you call. 52 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution To open System Profiler, choose Apple () > About This Mac from the menu bar and then...
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...'t covered by the limited warranty on your computer for instructions about how to handle any user-serviceable parts, except the keyboard, mouse, and memory (see "Installing Memory" on page 33). Chapter 5 Last, but that came with your iMac. Do not attempt to your safety, have any cables. Laser Information for Optical Disc Drives WARNING: Making adjustments or performing procedures other than memory, you open your equipment's manual may...
...'t covered by the limited warranty on your computer for instructions about how to handle any user-serviceable parts, except the keyboard, mouse, and memory (see "Installing Memory" on page 33). Chapter 5 Last, but that came with your iMac. Do not attempt to your safety, have any cables. Laser Information for Optical Disc Drives WARNING: Making adjustments or performing procedures other than memory, you open your equipment's manual may...
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... If necessary, consult an Apple Authorized Service Provider or Apple. See instructions if interference to provide reasonable protection against such interference in Part 15 of the FCC rules...Plug the computer into an outlet that included the use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables (including Ethernet network cables) between system components. These specifications are on circuits controlled by turning it may cause interference with radio and television reception. If your Apple product. It is important that you use of compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables...
... If necessary, consult an Apple Authorized Service Provider or Apple. See instructions if interference to provide reasonable protection against such interference in Part 15 of the FCC rules...Plug the computer into an outlet that included the use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables (including Ethernet network cables) between system components. These specifications are on circuits controlled by turning it may cause interference with radio and television reception. If your Apple product. It is important that you use of compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables...
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... disposal 69 connecting a keyboard 12 a mouse 12 an Ethernet cable 11 cable modem 11 dial-up modem 11 DSL modem 11 FireWire devices 25 headphones 25 to a network 11 USB devices 25 controls brightness 23 eject CD or DVD 23 media 23 volume 23 D Dashboard key 23 date and time settings 51 deauthorize iTunes 14 desktop, customizing 14 dial-up connection 11 DIMMs. See memory discs, supported types 61 display cleaning 61...
... disposal 69 connecting a keyboard 12 a mouse 12 an Ethernet cable 11 cable modem 11 dial-up modem 11 DSL modem 11 FireWire devices 25 headphones 25 to a network 11 USB devices 25 controls brightness 23 eject CD or DVD 23 media 23 volume 23 D Dashboard key 23 date and time settings 51 deauthorize iTunes 14 desktop, customizing 14 dial-up connection 11 DIMMs. See memory discs, supported types 61 display cleaning 61...
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... to sleep 15 setting up 10 shutting down 16 turning on 13 infrared receiver 23 installation instructions 8 installing applications 48, 49 Mac OS X 48 Internet connecting 11 connection problems 44 IP address sharing 46 masquerading 46 iSight 21 iTunes, deauthorizing 14 iTunes Store 14 K keyboard connecting 12 ergonomics 62 function keys 23 setup 12 wireless 12, 13 keys brightness 23 Dashboard 23 Exposé 23 media 23 Media...
... to sleep 15 setting up 10 shutting down 16 turning on 13 infrared receiver 23 installation instructions 8 installing applications 48, 49 Mac OS X 48 Internet connecting 11 connection problems 44 IP address sharing 46 masquerading 46 iSight 21 iTunes, deauthorizing 14 iTunes Store 14 K keyboard connecting 12 ergonomics 62 function keys 23 setup 12 wireless 12, 13 keys brightness 23 Dashboard 23 Exposé 23 media 23 Media...
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... service and support 51 setting up 12 wireless 12 N network address translation (NAT) 46 connecting to 11 connection problems 45 diagnostics 44 setup assistant 44 wireless 11 O online resources 51 onscreen help 51 operating environment 60 optical digital audio 25 optical drive about 21 supported disc sizes 61 support and service 51, 52 System Preferences customizing the desktop 14 Energy Saver 15 Software Update 47, 50 Startup Disk 42 System Profiler 52 T transferring information 14 troubleshooting...
... service and support 51 setting up 12 wireless 12 N network address translation (NAT) 46 connecting to 11 connection problems 45 diagnostics 44 setup assistant 44 wireless 11 O online resources 51 onscreen help 51 operating environment 60 optical digital audio 25 optical drive about 21 supported disc sizes 61 support and service 51, 52 System Preferences customizing the desktop 14 Energy Saver 15 Software Update 47, 50 Startup Disk 42 System Profiler 52 T transferring information 14 troubleshooting...
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... quit an application 41 Internet connection 44 PPPoE connections 45 reinstalling Mac OS X 48 resetting PRAM 42 service and support 51 using Mac Help 51 turning on your iMac 13 typing position 62 W wake from sleep 15 wireless AirPort Extreme 27 Bluetooth technology 27 keyboard 12 mouse 12 networking 11 U updating software 47 USB connections 29 ports 25 user account setting up 14 transferring information 14 V video out port 25 Volume keys 23 Looking for...
... quit an application 41 Internet connection 44 PPPoE connections 45 reinstalling Mac OS X 48 resetting PRAM 42 service and support 51 using Mac Help 51 turning on your iMac 13 typing position 62 W wake from sleep 15 wireless AirPort Extreme 27 Bluetooth technology 27 keyboard 12 mouse 12 networking 11 U updating software 47 USB connections 29 ports 25 user account setting up 14 transferring information 14 V video out port 25 Volume keys 23 Looking for...