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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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... accurate. AirPort Express, Finder, the FireWire logo, iSight, Mac mini, Panther, Rendezvous, and Safari are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are trademarks of such marks by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc....is not responsible for printing or clerical errors. All rights reserved. Apple 1 Infinite Loop Cupertino, CA 95014-2084 408-996-1010 www.apple.com Apple, the Apple logo, AirPort, Final Cut, FireWire, iCal, iLife, iMovie, iPod, iTunes, Mac, Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are trademarks of third-party products is under ...
... accurate. AirPort Express, Finder, the FireWire logo, iSight, Mac mini, Panther, Rendezvous, and Safari are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are trademarks of such marks by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc....is not responsible for printing or clerical errors. All rights reserved. Apple 1 Infinite Loop Cupertino, CA 95014-2084 408-996-1010 www.apple.com Apple, the Apple logo, AirPort, Final Cut, FireWire, iCal, iLife, iMovie, iPod, iTunes, Mac, Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are trademarks of third-party products is under ...
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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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If you are an experienced user, you have never used Mac mini or are new to get started . If you may already know enough to Macintosh computers, read this section for instructions on getting started . DVI to find out about the features of your Mac mini. Be sure to look over the information in Chapter 2, "Getting to Know Your Mac mini," to VGA Adapter AC cord Power adapter 7 Getting Started 1 1 Your Mac mini has been designed so that you can easily set it up and start using it right away.
If you are an experienced user, you have never used Mac mini or are new to get started . If you may already know enough to Macintosh computers, read this section for instructions on getting started . DVI to find out about the features of your Mac mini. Be sure to look over the information in Chapter 2, "Getting to Know Your Mac mini," to VGA Adapter AC cord Power adapter 7 Getting Started 1 1 Your Mac mini has been designed so that you can easily set it up and start using it right away.
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Plug the power adapter into the computer. Plug the cord from the power adapter into a grounded power outlet. 8 Chapter 1 Getting Started 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 the power adapter.
Plug the power adapter into the computer. Plug the cord from the power adapter into a grounded power outlet. 8 Chapter 1 Getting Started 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 the power adapter.
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Your Mac mini does not come with a keyboard and mouse, but you can plug the mouse into the USB port on the back of the computer. If your keyboard has a USB port, you can use any USB keyboard or mouse with your computer. 3 Connect the USB cable from another manufacturer may require software drivers. If it doesn't, you can plug your keyboard and mouse. Check the manufacturer's website for the latest software drivers. 10 Chapter 1 Getting Started Note: Using a USB mouse or keyboard from your mouse into a USB port on the keyboard.
Your Mac mini does not come with a keyboard and mouse, but you can plug the mouse into the USB port on the back of the computer. If your keyboard has a USB port, you can use any USB keyboard or mouse with your computer. 3 Connect the USB cable from another manufacturer may require software drivers. If it doesn't, you can plug your keyboard and mouse. Check the manufacturer's website for the latest software drivers. 10 Chapter 1 Getting Started Note: Using a USB mouse or keyboard from your mouse into a USB port on the keyboard.
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... may cause interference with the optical drive or with your Mac mini. Objects placed on top of your computer. To connect a VGA display, use the Apple DVI to the video out port. Chapter 1 Getting Started 11 To set up an Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Wireless Mouse with your computer, follow the instructions that came... have the optional AirPort Extreme Card or Bluetooth module installed. For more information about connecting a display, see the guidelines in Chapter 2, "Getting to Know Your Mac mini."
... may cause interference with the optical drive or with your Mac mini. Objects placed on top of your computer. To connect a VGA display, use the Apple DVI to the video out port. Chapter 1 Getting Started 11 To set up an Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Wireless Mouse with your computer, follow the instructions that came... have the optional AirPort Extreme Card or Bluetooth module installed. For more information about connecting a display, see the guidelines in Chapter 2, "Getting to Know Your Mac mini."
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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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... You must have built-in FireWire and support FireWire Target Disk Mode.  Your other information from another Mac to your new Mac mini. Transferring Information to get your old Mac. To transfer information, make sure of transferring your computer. This gives you easy access to the files and ...folders you need to Your Mac mini You can transfer:  User accounts, including preferences and email  Network settings, so your new computer is automatically set...
... You must have built-in FireWire and support FireWire Target Disk Mode.  Your other information from another Mac to your new Mac mini. Transferring Information to get your old Mac. To transfer information, make sure of transferring your computer. This gives you easy access to the files and ...folders you need to Your Mac mini You can transfer:  User accounts, including preferences and email  Network settings, so your new computer is automatically set...
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.... Â If you already have an Internet account, the assistant can do it later. Setting Up Your Mac mini for the Internet If you didn't transfer your network settings, the Setup Assistant can also take you can set...you up your purchases. Go to transfer information when you first start up your Mac mini, you through the process of setting up with an Internet service provider (ISP). Fees may want to deauthorize ...your old Mac to prevent your iTunes Music Store or spoken word purchases from being played or to ...
.... Â If you already have an Internet account, the assistant can do it later. Setting Up Your Mac mini for the Internet If you didn't transfer your network settings, the Setup Assistant can also take you can set...you up your purchases. Go to transfer information when you first start up your Mac mini, you through the process of setting up with an Internet service provider (ISP). Fees may want to deauthorize ...your old Mac to prevent your iTunes Music Store or spoken word purchases from being played or to ...
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...hard disk is dark. Chapter 1 Getting Started 15 Shut Down Your Mac mini If you have finished working with your Mac mini for less than a few days, shut it . You can damage the hard disk, causing loss of the computer. Â Choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Energy Saver, and set a sleep... one of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Sleep. Â Press the power button on the keyboard. To wake the computer, press any key on the back of data or the inability to sleep. Warning: Shut down . Moving your Mac mini for more than a few days, put the...
...hard disk is dark. Chapter 1 Getting Started 15 Shut Down Your Mac mini If you have finished working with your Mac mini for less than a few days, shut it . You can damage the hard disk, causing loss of the computer. Â Choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Energy Saver, and set a sleep... one of the following: Â Choose Apple () > Sleep. Â Press the power button on the keyboard. To wake the computer, press any key on the back of data or the inability to sleep. Warning: Shut down . Moving your Mac mini for more than a few days, put the...
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...updates to know about your screen. The Apple website, at www.apple.com, links you to a printer, playing a CD, connecting a digital camera, using the Internet, getting answers when you see on your Mac mini. You can also find the manuals for many Apple products and technical support for all of... software and hardware for an overview of the different parts of your computer and Mac OS X, and summary information on common tasks such as customizing the way your Mac mini. Getting to Know 2 Your Mac mini 2 This chapter gives...
...updates to know about your screen. The Apple website, at www.apple.com, links you to a printer, playing a CD, connecting a digital camera, using the Internet, getting answers when you see on your Mac mini. You can also find the manuals for many Apple products and technical support for all of... software and hardware for an overview of the different parts of your computer and Mac OS X, and summary information on common tasks such as customizing the way your Mac mini. Getting to Know 2 Your Mac mini 2 This chapter gives...
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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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...and other digital files to blank CD-R and CD-RW discs Power indicator light A white light indicates your Mac mini or put it to sleep. G Ethernet port (10/100Base-T) Connect to Know Your Mac mini 19 Chapter 2 Getting to a 10/100Base-T Ethernet network or connect a DSL or cable modem. f ...other kinds of media. a pulsing light indicates it's in sleep ® Power button Turn on your Mac mini is on some models) Connect a standard phone line directly to discourage theft (available at www.apple.com/store). Press and hold to VGA Adapter that use a DVI connector. d USB (Universal Serial ...
...and other digital files to blank CD-R and CD-RW discs Power indicator light A white light indicates your Mac mini or put it to sleep. G Ethernet port (10/100Base-T) Connect to Know Your Mac mini 19 Chapter 2 Getting to a 10/100Base-T Ethernet network or connect a DSL or cable modem. f ...other kinds of media. a pulsing light indicates it's in sleep ® Power button Turn on your Mac mini is on some models) Connect a standard phone line directly to discourage theft (available at www.apple.com/store). Press and hold to VGA Adapter that use a DVI connector. d USB (Universal Serial ...
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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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...Information folder on your computer, you have to install Mac OS 9 (see "Installing Mac OS 9" on your Mac mini and you can also open and use Mac OS 9 applications with your computer in the back of this book or choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar at the top of ...Mac OS X Classic environment. When you're ready to learn more about Mac OS X, check the Apple website: www.apple.com/macosx. You can open Mac OS Help and browse the information there. For information about the compatibility of information for new users, experienced users, and people switching to Know Your Mac mini...
...Information folder on your computer, you have to install Mac OS 9 (see "Installing Mac OS 9" on your Mac mini and you can also open and use Mac OS 9 applications with your computer in the back of this book or choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar at the top of ...Mac OS X Classic environment. When you're ready to learn more about Mac OS X, check the Apple website: www.apple.com/macosx. You can open Mac OS Help and browse the information there. For information about the compatibility of information for new users, experienced users, and people switching to Know Your Mac mini...
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You can quickly make changes and experiment with the following: Â Desktop & Screen Saver: Select this preference pane to change the background color or pattern of your desktop, or change it to a photo or image you want using System Preferences. Feel free to make your desktop look the way you like. 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 screen when the computer is left idle. 22 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your Mac mini
You can quickly make changes and experiment with the following: Â Desktop & Screen Saver: Select this preference pane to change the background color or pattern of your desktop, or change it to a photo or image you want using System Preferences. Feel free to make your desktop look the way you like. 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 screen when the computer is left idle. 22 Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your Mac mini
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... change the colors of buttons, menus, windows, and highlight colors, among other System Preferences. After connecting your printer, use a printer with your Mac mini, follow the instructions that came with the printer to install any required software and connect the printer to a Printer The drivers for use. To set...the Print & Fax icon. 2 Click the Set Up Printers button. To use the Print & Fax pane of System Preferences to Know Your Mac mini 23 It is your command center for the specific preference you can connect a USB printer to the base station (instead of connecting it to your...
... change the colors of buttons, menus, windows, and highlight colors, among other System Preferences. After connecting your printer, use a printer with your Mac mini, follow the instructions that came with the printer to install any required software and connect the printer to a Printer The drivers for use. To set...the Print & Fax icon. 2 Click the Set Up Printers button. To use the Print & Fax pane of System Preferences to Know Your Mac mini 23 It is your command center for the specific preference you can connect a USB printer to the base station (instead of connecting it to your...
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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 Ask your printer information and click Add. 3 Click the Add button. 4 Choose the type of the printer to select it. Monitoring Printing Once you've ...
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 Ask your printer information and click Add. 3 Click the Add button. 4 Choose the type of the printer to select it. Monitoring Printing Once you've ...