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Mac mini User's Guide Includes setup and troubleshooting information for your Mac mini computer
Mac mini User's Guide Includes setup and troubleshooting information for your Mac mini computer
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..., © 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Every effort has been made to the performance or use of Apple Computer, Inc. AirPort Express, Finder, the FireWire logo, iSight, Mac mini, Panther, Rendezvous, and Safari are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. and any use of third-party products is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. ENERGY STAR®...
..., © 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Every effort has been made to the performance or use of Apple Computer, Inc. AirPort Express, Finder, the FireWire logo, iSight, Mac mini, Panther, Rendezvous, and Safari are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. and any use of third-party products is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. ENERGY STAR®...
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... What's Next? 15 What to Do When You Have Finished Using Your Mac mini 17 Chapter 2: Getting to Know Your Mac mini 18 Basic Features of Your Mac mini 20 Learning About Mac OS X 22 Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences 23 Connecting to a Printer 25 Playing a CD and Connecting Headphones 25 Keeping Your Software Up... Connecting to a Network 27 Using the Internet 27 Transferring Files to Another Computer 28 When an Application Freezes 29 Getting Answers to Your Questions Using Mac OS Help 3
... What's Next? 15 What to Do When You Have Finished Using Your Mac mini 17 Chapter 2: Getting to Know Your Mac mini 18 Basic Features of Your Mac mini 20 Learning About Mac OS X 22 Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences 23 Connecting to a Printer 25 Playing a CD and Connecting Headphones 25 Keeping Your Software Up... Connecting to a Network 27 Using the Internet 27 Transferring Files to Another Computer 28 When an Application Freezes 29 Getting Answers to Your Questions Using Mac OS Help 3
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61 Appendix B: Care, Use, and Safety Information 61 Cleaning Your Mac mini 61 Moving Your Mac mini 62 Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your Computer 63 Connectors and Ports 63 Power Adapter 64 Avoid Hearing Damage 65 Ergonomics 67 Apple and the Environment 69 Appendix C: Connecting to the Internet 72 Setup Assistant Worksheet 75 Setting Up Your Internet Connection Manually 75 Dial-Up Connection 79 DSL, Cable Modem, or LAN Internet Connections 87 AirPort Extreme Wireless Connection 91 Troubleshooting Your Connection 95 Communications Regulation Information 103 Index Contents 5
61 Appendix B: Care, Use, and Safety Information 61 Cleaning Your Mac mini 61 Moving Your Mac mini 62 Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your Computer 63 Connectors and Ports 63 Power Adapter 64 Avoid Hearing Damage 65 Ergonomics 67 Apple and the Environment 69 Appendix C: Connecting to the Internet 72 Setup Assistant Worksheet 75 Setting Up Your Internet Connection Manually 75 Dial-Up Connection 79 DSL, Cable Modem, or LAN Internet Connections 87 AirPort Extreme Wireless Connection 91 Troubleshooting Your Connection 95 Communications Regulation Information 103 Index Contents 5
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Be sure to look over the information in Chapter 2, "Getting to Know Your Mac mini," to VGA Adapter AC cord Power adapter 7 DVI to find out about the features of your Mac mini. Getting Started 1 1 Your Mac mini has been designed so that you may already know enough to get started . If you are new to Macintosh computers, read this section for instructions on getting started . If you have never used Mac mini or are an experienced user, you can easily set it up and start using it right away.
Be sure to look over the information in Chapter 2, "Getting to Know Your Mac mini," to VGA Adapter AC cord Power adapter 7 DVI to find out about the features of your Mac mini. Getting Started 1 1 Your Mac mini has been designed so that you may already know enough to get started . If you are new to Macintosh computers, read this section for instructions on getting started . If you have never used Mac mini or are an experienced user, you can easily set it up and start using it right away.
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Plug the power adapter into the power adapter. Setting Up Your Mac mini Follow these steps to set up your Mac mini. If there is any protective film around the computer or power adapter, remove it before setting up your Mac mini. 1 Plug the AC cord firmly into a grounded power outlet. 8 Chapter 1 Getting Started Plug the cord from the power adapter into the computer.
Plug the power adapter into the power adapter. Setting Up Your Mac mini Follow these steps to set up your Mac mini. If there is any protective film around the computer or power adapter, remove it before setting up your Mac mini. 1 Plug the AC cord firmly into a grounded power outlet. 8 Chapter 1 Getting Started Plug the cord from the power adapter into the computer.
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Your Mac mini does not come with your mouse into a USB port on the keyboard. 3 Connect the USB cable from another manufacturer may require software drivers. Check the manufacturer's website for the latest software drivers. 10 Chapter 1 Getting Started If it doesn't, you can use any USB keyboard or mouse with a keyboard and mouse, but you can plug your computer. If your keyboard and mouse. Note: Using a USB mouse or keyboard from your keyboard has a USB port, you can plug the mouse into the USB port on the back of the computer.
Your Mac mini does not come with your mouse into a USB port on the keyboard. 3 Connect the USB cable from another manufacturer may require software drivers. Check the manufacturer's website for the latest software drivers. 10 Chapter 1 Getting Started If it doesn't, you can use any USB keyboard or mouse with a keyboard and mouse, but you can plug your computer. If your keyboard and mouse. Note: Using a USB mouse or keyboard from your keyboard has a USB port, you can plug the mouse into the USB port on the back of the computer.
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... signal, if you have the optional AirPort Extreme Card or Bluetooth module installed. Objects placed on top of your Mac mini. To set up an Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Wireless Mouse with your computer, follow the instructions that came with the keyboard and mouse. 4 Connect the DVI cable... from your display to Know Your Mac mini." To connect a VGA display, use the Apple DVI to VGA Adapter that came with your ...
... signal, if you have the optional AirPort Extreme Card or Bluetooth module installed. Objects placed on top of your Mac mini. To set up an Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Wireless Mouse with your computer, follow the instructions that came with the keyboard and mouse. 4 Connect the DVI cable... from your display to Know Your Mac mini." To connect a VGA display, use the Apple DVI to VGA Adapter that came with your ...
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5 Press the power button (®) on the back of your Mac mini to turn it on. ® 12 Chapter 1 Getting Started
5 Press the power button (®) on the back of your Mac mini to turn it on. ® 12 Chapter 1 Getting Started
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...instructions. Using the Setup Assistant, you can help you through the process of the applications you need to get your Mac mini up to your Mac mini does not affect the information on the hard disk and partitions. The Setup Assistant takes you automatically transfer files, applications,... and other Mac. To transfer information, make sure of the following: Â Your other Mac must have to reinstall some of transferring your new Mac mini. If you already have a FireWire cable to the files and folders...
...instructions. Using the Setup Assistant, you can help you through the process of the applications you need to get your Mac mini up to your Mac mini does not affect the information on the hard disk and partitions. The Setup Assistant takes you automatically transfer files, applications,... and other Mac. To transfer information, make sure of the following: Â Your other Mac must have to reinstall some of transferring your new Mac mini. If you already have a FireWire cable to the files and folders...
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Setting Up Your Mac mini for the Internet If you didn't transfer your network settings, the ... Getting Started Go to transfer information when you first start up your Mac mini, you can set you up your purchases. Fees may want to deauthorize your old Mac to prevent your iTunes Music Store or spoken word purchases from being ...Setup Assistant to the Applications folder, open Utilities, and doubleclick the Setup Assistant icon. For more information, choose Help > Mac Help, then choose Library > iTunes and Music Store Help, and search for information you don't already have an Internet...
Setting Up Your Mac mini for the Internet If you didn't transfer your network settings, the ... Getting Started Go to transfer information when you first start up your Mac mini, you can set you up your purchases. Fees may want to deauthorize your old Mac to prevent your iTunes Music Store or spoken word purchases from being ...Setup Assistant to the Applications folder, open Utilities, and doubleclick the Setup Assistant icon. For more information, choose Help > Mac Help, then choose Library > iTunes and Music Store Help, and search for information you don't already have an Internet...
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... wake the computer, press any key on the back of the computer. Â Choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Energy Saver, and set a sleep timer. When the computer wakes from sleep, your Mac mini before moving it down your applications, documents, and computer settings are exactly as you left... the hard disk, causing loss of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Sleep. Â Press the power button on the keyboard. Shut Down Your Mac mini If you will be away from the hard disk. Moving your Mac mini, you have two options. What to Do When You Have Finished ...
... wake the computer, press any key on the back of the computer. Â Choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Energy Saver, and set a sleep timer. When the computer wakes from sleep, your Mac mini before moving it down your applications, documents, and computer settings are exactly as you left... the hard disk, causing loss of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Sleep. Â Press the power button on the keyboard. Shut Down Your Mac mini If you will be away from the hard disk. Moving your Mac mini, you have two options. What to Do When You Have Finished ...
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...a digital camera, using the Internet, getting answers when you need to know about your Mac mini. Read on for all of software and hardware for your screen. For the Latest Information Because Apple frequently releases new versions and updates to its system software, images shown in this book may...different from what you see on the Service and Support website at www.apple.com, links you to the latest Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of Apple's products on your Mac mini. Getting to Know 2 Your Mac mini 2 This chapter gives you some basic information you'll need help, and...
...a digital camera, using the Internet, getting answers when you need to know about your Mac mini. Read on for all of software and hardware for your screen. For the Latest Information Because Apple frequently releases new versions and updates to its system software, images shown in this book may...different from what you see on the Service and Support website at www.apple.com, links you to the latest Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of Apple's products on your Mac mini. Getting to Know 2 Your Mac mini 2 This chapter gives you some basic information you'll need help, and...
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Basic Features of Your Mac mini Slot-loading optical drive Power indicator light ® Power button Power port Ethernet port (10/100Base-T) Video out port FireWire port Modem port (optional) USB ports (2) Security slot Headphone port 18 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your Mac mini
Basic Features of Your Mac mini Slot-loading optical drive Power indicator light ® Power button Power port Ethernet port (10/100Base-T) Video out port FireWire port Modem port (optional) USB ports (2) Security slot Headphone port 18 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your Mac mini
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... from the power adapter. Press and hold to Know Your Mac mini 19 H FireWire 400 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as external powered speakers. ¥ Security slot Attach a lock and cable to discourage theft (available at www.apple.com/store). It can read DVD discs, DVD movies, ...) Connect a standard phone line directly to the internal 56K v.92 modem. £ Video out port Connect displays that came with your Mac mini is on your Mac mini or put it to a 10/100Base-T Ethernet network or connect a DSL or cable modem. You can also connect displays that can also...
... from the power adapter. Press and hold to Know Your Mac mini 19 H FireWire 400 port Connect high-speed external devices, such as external powered speakers. ¥ Security slot Attach a lock and cable to discourage theft (available at www.apple.com/store). It can read DVD discs, DVD movies, ...) Connect a standard phone line directly to the internal 56K v.92 modem. £ Video out port Connect displays that came with your Mac mini is on your Mac mini or put it to a 10/100Base-T Ethernet network or connect a DSL or cable modem. You can also connect displays that can also...
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Learning About Mac OS X Your computer comes with Mac OS X, which includes an elegant user interface, advanced graphics capabilities, and added system stability and performance. 20 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your Mac mini
Learning About Mac OS X Your computer comes with Mac OS X, which includes an elegant user interface, advanced graphics capabilities, and added system stability and performance. 20 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your Mac mini
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... read more about Mac OS X, check the Apple website: www.apple.com/macosx. Note: If you want to use Mac OS 9 applications in the back of this book or choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar at the top of information for new users, experienced users, and people switching to Know Your Mac mini 21 You...
... read more about Mac OS X, check the Apple website: www.apple.com/macosx. Note: If you want to use Mac OS 9 applications in the back of this book or choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar at the top of information for new users, experienced users, and people switching to Know Your Mac mini 21 You...
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Feel free to make your desktop look the way you like. You can quickly make changes and experiment with the following: Â Desktop & Screen Saver: Select this preference pane to change it to Know Your Mac mini Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the menu bar. Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences You can also choose an eye-catching screen effect that will appear on your desktop, or change the background color or pattern of your screen when the computer is left idle. 22 Chapter 2 Getting to a photo or image you want using System Preferences.
Feel free to make your desktop look the way you like. You can quickly make changes and experiment with the following: Â Desktop & Screen Saver: Select this preference pane to change it to Know Your Mac mini Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the menu bar. Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences You can also choose an eye-catching screen effect that will appear on your desktop, or change the background color or pattern of your screen when the computer is left idle. 22 Chapter 2 Getting to a photo or image you want using System Preferences.
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... use the Print & Fax pane of System Preferences to select your printer for most settings on your Mac mini. Note: If you have an AirPort Extreme Card installed in your Mac mini and you have an AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express, you get to know your computer, explore...Help and search for "System Preferences" or for most printers are built into Mac OS X. Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your Mac mini 23 To use . Connecting to a Printer The drivers for use a printer with your Mac mini, follow the instructions that came with the printer to install any required software and...
... use the Print & Fax pane of System Preferences to select your printer for most settings on your Mac mini. Note: If you have an AirPort Extreme Card installed in your Mac mini and you have an AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express, you get to know your computer, explore...Help and search for "System Preferences" or for most printers are built into Mac OS X. Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your Mac mini 23 To use . Connecting to a Printer The drivers for use a printer with your Mac mini, follow the instructions that came with the printer to install any required software and...
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.... Note: If you're connecting to a printer via a network, you can monitor, stop, or put printing temporarily on hold. 24 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your Mac mini Monitoring Printing Once you've sent a document to a printer, you may need to know the network name or address of connection for your printer (USB...
.... Note: If you're connecting to a printer via a network, you can monitor, stop, or put printing temporarily on hold. 24 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your Mac mini Monitoring Printing Once you've sent a document to a printer, you may need to know the network name or address of connection for your printer (USB...