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.../off button Indicator light Indicator light On/off switch When you first turn them on and use them to a USB (d) port on , make sure batteries are good. Step 3: Turn on your iMac and a connection is established. Your wireless keyboard and mouse come with AA batteries installed, and they're already paired with your iMac. Note: If you turn on the back of your Apple Magic Mouse to turn on your keyboard or mouse, the indicator light...
.../off button Indicator light Indicator light On/off switch When you first turn them on and use them to a USB (d) port on , make sure batteries are good. Step 3: Turn on your iMac and a connection is established. Your wireless keyboard and mouse come with AA batteries installed, and they're already paired with your iMac. Note: If you turn on the back of your Apple Magic Mouse to turn on your keyboard or mouse, the indicator light...
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...'t use Setup Assistant to the Applications folder, open Mac Help and search for "System Preferences" or for the specific preference you want to deauthorize it later using System Preferences, your command center for most settings on your iMac. If you enter your Internet and email information and set up another authorization for updated software. Step 6: Customize your desktop and set up , you can easily make your desktop...
...'t use Setup Assistant to the Applications folder, open Mac Help and search for "System Preferences" or for the specific preference you want to deauthorize it later using System Preferences, your command center for most settings on your iMac. If you enter your Internet and email information and set up another authorization for updated software. Step 6: Customize your desktop and set up , you can easily make your desktop...
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...-speed USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports Connect an iPod, iPhone, mouse, keyboard, printer, disk drive, digital camera, joystick, external USB modem, and more. The port provides up to another computer and transfer files. The 27-inch model also supports input from external DisplayPort sources. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. , Audio in/optical digital audio in port Connect an external powered microphone or digital audio equipment. f Headphone out/optical digital audio out port Connect headphones, external powered speakers, or digital audio equipment. G Ethernet...
...-speed USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports Connect an iPod, iPhone, mouse, keyboard, printer, disk drive, digital camera, joystick, external USB modem, and more. The port provides up to another computer and transfer files. The 27-inch model also supports input from external DisplayPort sources. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices. , Audio in/optical digital audio in port Connect an external powered microphone or digital audio equipment. f Headphone out/optical digital audio out port Connect headphones, external powered speakers, or digital audio equipment. G Ethernet...
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... Extreme wireless technology (inside ) Connect wireless devices, such as two 2 GB memory modules. Memory access Your iMac comes with Your iMac 25 Chapter 2 Life with at least 4 GB of memory installed as the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Magic Mouse, Bluetooth mobile phones, PDAs, and printers. Power port Connect the power cord to a wireless network using built-in AirPort Extreme technology. ◊ Bluetooth® 2.1+EDR wireless technology (inside ) Connect to your iMac during troubleshooting. Hold down to sleep. Security slot Attach a lock and cable...
... Extreme wireless technology (inside ) Connect wireless devices, such as two 2 GB memory modules. Memory access Your iMac comes with Your iMac 25 Chapter 2 Life with at least 4 GB of memory installed as the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Magic Mouse, Bluetooth mobile phones, PDAs, and printers. Power port Connect the power cord to a wireless network using built-in AirPort Extreme technology. ◊ Bluetooth® 2.1+EDR wireless technology (inside ) Connect to your iMac during troubleshooting. Hold down to sleep. Security slot Attach a lock and cable...
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... "optical drive." Using the SuperDrive Mac Help and search for "display port" or "target display mode." Connecting a printer Mac Help and search for "FireWire" or "USB." FireWire and USB connections Mac Help and search for "printing." and manuals for "Front Row." Front Row Mac Help and search for Apple products Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac 33 Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware The Apple website...
... "optical drive." Using the SuperDrive Mac Help and search for "display port" or "target display mode." Connecting a printer Mac Help and search for "FireWire" or "USB." FireWire and USB connections Mac Help and search for "printing." and manuals for "Front Row." Front Row Mac Help and search for Apple products Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac 33 Apple news, free downloads, and online catalogs of software and hardware The Apple website...
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... of memory installed in your iMac: 1 Start up your iMac. 2 When you installed does not meet specifications (see the Mac OS desktop, choose Apple () > About This Mac. Making Sure Your iMac Recognizes the New Memory After installing memory, make sure that the memory is compatible with the memory or contact the vendor who provided the memory. 42 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory You'll see the total amount of memory installed, open System...
... of memory installed in your iMac: 1 Start up your iMac. 2 When you installed does not meet specifications (see the Mac OS desktop, choose Apple () > About This Mac. Making Sure Your iMac Recognizes the New Memory After installing memory, make sure that the memory is compatible with the memory or contact the vendor who provided the memory. 42 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory You'll see the total amount of memory installed, open System...
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... the problem occurs frequently, try reinstalling your system software (see if the application is entirely cleared up. Â If you 're using a USB keyboard or mouse, make sure they 're connected. Then save your work in any open applications and restart your iMac for five seconds to quit. Then plug the power cord back in the connectors and make sure they are charged. (See "Replacing the Batteries" on...
... the problem occurs frequently, try reinstalling your system software (see if the application is entirely cleared up. Â If you 're using a USB keyboard or mouse, make sure they 're connected. Then save your work in any open applications and restart your iMac for five seconds to quit. Then plug the power cord back in the connectors and make sure they are charged. (See "Replacing the Batteries" on...
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... 4 Problem, Meet Solution If your iMac won't turn on or start up  Make sure the power cord is plugged into your iMac and a functioning power outlet.  Press the power (®) button and immediately hold down . If your iMac doesn't start up after a delay, shut down the Command (x), Option, P, and R keys until you want to use.  After your iMac starts up, open System Preferences and click Startup Disk. Then...
... 4 Problem, Meet Solution If your iMac won't turn on or start up  Make sure the power cord is plugged into your iMac and a functioning power outlet.  Press the power (®) button and immediately hold down . If your iMac doesn't start up after a delay, shut down the Command (x), Option, P, and R keys until you want to use.  After your iMac starts up, open System Preferences and click Startup Disk. Then...
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... your iMac to help walk you can try the steps in the following sections. 50 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Click the "Assist me ." 3 Click Diagnostics to open Network Diagnostics. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. If Apple Hardware Test doesn't detect a hardware failure, the problem may be software-related. If this procedure doesn't work, you can use Apple Hardware Test. 6 If Apple Hardware Test detects a problem, it displays an error code. Make a note of connection or you through setting up an Internet connection. Problems...
... your iMac to help walk you can try the steps in the following sections. 50 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution Click the "Assist me ." 3 Click Diagnostics to open Network Diagnostics. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. If Apple Hardware Test doesn't detect a hardware failure, the problem may be software-related. If this procedure doesn't work, you can use Apple Hardware Test. 6 If Apple Hardware Test detects a problem, it displays an error code. Make a note of connection or you through setting up an Internet connection. Problems...
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... settings: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 2 Click Network. 3 Click Add (+) at the bottom of the network connection services list, and choose PPPoE from the Interface pop-up menu. 4 Choose an interface for a few minutes, and then turn the power off your ISP using PPPoE (Point to a wireless network. Choose Ethernet if you are connecting to a wired network, or AirPort if you are firmly plugged in Network preferences. LAN users might have hubs, switches...
... settings: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 2 Click Network. 3 Click Add (+) at the bottom of the network connection services list, and choose PPPoE from the Interface pop-up menu. 4 Choose an interface for a few minutes, and then turn the power off your ISP using PPPoE (Point to a wireless network. Choose Ethernet if you are connecting to a wired network, or AirPort if you are firmly plugged in Network preferences. LAN users might have hubs, switches...
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... for updated software: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 2 Click the Software Update icon and follow the onscreen instructions. Â For more information. When you can connect to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other computer or the network's access point. Also see if any updates are within antenna range of the other enhancements from the menu bar). Nearby electronic devices...
... for updated software: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences. 2 Click the Software Update icon and follow the onscreen instructions. Â For more information. When you can connect to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free software versions, drivers, and other computer or the network's access point. Also see if any updates are within antenna range of the other enhancements from the menu bar). Nearby electronic devices...
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... Install" option erases your hard disk, you back up your work in other applications open applications. Mac OS X provides a way to save your essential files before restoring software. Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your iMac Use the software installation discs that came with the application selected. 2 Click Force Quit. You can choose "Archive and Install," which saves your existing files and settings, or "Erase and Install...
... Install" option erases your hard disk, you back up your work in other applications open applications. Mac OS X provides a way to save your essential files before restoring software. Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your iMac Use the software installation discs that came with the application selected. 2 Click Force Quit. You can choose "Archive and Install," which saves your existing files and settings, or "Erase and Install...
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... Help for instructions and troubleshooting information. Learning More, Service, and Support Your iMac does not have the internal backup battery replaced. Online Resources For online service and support information, go to have any user-serviceable parts, except the keyboard, mouse, and memory. You can search the AppleCare Knowledge Base, check for service. See "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 68 for more information about contacting Apple for software updates, or get...
... Help for instructions and troubleshooting information. Learning More, Service, and Support Your iMac does not have the internal backup battery replaced. Online Resources For online service and support information, go to have any user-serviceable parts, except the keyboard, mouse, and memory. You can search the AppleCare Knowledge Base, check for service. See "Learning More, Service, and Support" on page 68 for more information about contacting Apple for software updates, or get...
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... retail location or an Apple-authorized repair center, such as instructions and troubleshooting information, in Mac Help. 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. It shows you (the first 90 days are complimentary). AppleCare Service and Support Your iMac comes with installing and opening applications, and basic troubleshooting. If you call. 58 Chapter 4 Problem...
... retail location or an Apple-authorized repair center, such as instructions and troubleshooting information, in Mac Help. 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. It shows you (the first 90 days are complimentary). AppleCare Service and Support Your iMac comes with installing and opening applications, and basic troubleshooting. If you call. 58 Chapter 4 Problem...
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... came with your computer for instructions about how to open your iMac or install items other than memory, you risk damaging your eyes if disassembled. Laser Information for service. The optical disc drive in your computer. Operation of any cables. WARNING: Never push objects of this product through the ventilation openings in the case. If your iMac needs service, consult the service and support information that is safe in...
... came with your computer for instructions about how to open your iMac or install items other than memory, you risk damaging your eyes if disassembled. Laser Information for service. The optical disc drive in your computer. Operation of any cables. WARNING: Never push objects of this product through the ventilation openings in the case. If your iMac needs service, consult the service and support information that is safe in...
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... equipment has been tested and found to one side or the other electronic devices. 71 If your computer system is , make certain the computer and the television or radio are designed to radios, television sets, and other of...digital device in accordance with part 15 of causing interference to provide reasonable protection against such interference in strict accordance with Apple's instructions-it off. This product has demonstrated EMC compliance under conditions that included the use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables (including Ethernet network cables)...
... equipment has been tested and found to one side or the other electronic devices. 71 If your computer system is , make certain the computer and the television or radio are designed to radios, television sets, and other of...digital device in accordance with part 15 of causing interference to provide reasonable protection against such interference in strict accordance with Apple's instructions-it off. This product has demonstrated EMC compliance under conditions that included the use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables (including Ethernet network cables)...
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... devices 23 headphones 23 to a network 11 USB devices 23 controls brightness 27 eject CD or DVD 27 media 27 volume 27 D Dashboard key 27 date and time settings 57 deauthorize iTunes 14 desktop, customizing 14 dial-up connection 11 DIMMs. See memory 78 Looking for Something? Index A AirPort Extreme overview 25 problems 52 using 33 AppleCare 58 Apple Hardware Test 49 Apple Magic Mouse 27, 30, 48 Apple Remote 33 Apple Wireless Keyboard...
... devices 23 headphones 23 to a network 11 USB devices 23 controls brightness 27 eject CD or DVD 27 media 27 volume 27 D Dashboard key 27 date and time settings 57 deauthorize iTunes 14 desktop, customizing 14 dial-up connection 11 DIMMs. See memory 78 Looking for Something? Index A AirPort Extreme overview 25 problems 52 using 33 AppleCare 58 Apple Hardware Test 49 Apple Magic Mouse 27, 30, 48 Apple Remote 33 Apple Wireless Keyboard...
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... sleep 15 setting up 10 shutting down 16 turning on 13 indicator light camera 21 keyboard 28 mouse 30 infrared receiver 21 installation instructions 8 installing applications 54, 55, 56 Mac OS X 54 Internet connecting 11 connection problems 50 IP address sharing 52 masquerading 52 iSight 21 iTunes, deauthorizing 14 iTunes Store 14 K keyboard about 27 ergonomics 68 features 26 indicator light 28 pairing 28 setup 12 using...
... sleep 15 setting up 10 shutting down 16 turning on 13 indicator light camera 21 keyboard 28 mouse 30 infrared receiver 21 installation instructions 8 installing applications 54, 55, 56 Mac OS X 54 Internet connecting 11 connection problems 50 IP address sharing 52 masquerading 52 iSight 21 iTunes, deauthorizing 14 iTunes Store 14 K keyboard about 27 ergonomics 68 features 26 indicator light 28 pairing 28 setup 12 using...
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... keyboard 28 mouse 30 parameter RAM, resetting 46 ports audio in 23 audio out 23 Ethernet 23 FireWire 800 23 headphone 23 overview 22 power 10, 25 USB 12, 23 power button 13, 25 power port 10, 25 power specifications 64 PPPoE connections 51 problems See troubleshooting product serial number 60 Q question mark, flashing 46 R RAM. See memory reinstalling software 54 replacing batteries 47, 48 resetting parameter RAM (PRAM) 46 S S/PDIF stereo 23 safety important information 62 optical drive 65 screen brightness, setting...
... keyboard 28 mouse 30 parameter RAM, resetting 46 ports audio in 23 audio out 23 Ethernet 23 FireWire 800 23 headphone 23 overview 22 power 10, 25 USB 12, 23 power button 13, 25 power port 10, 25 power specifications 64 PPPoE connections 51 problems See troubleshooting product serial number 60 Q question mark, flashing 46 R RAM. See memory reinstalling software 54 replacing batteries 47, 48 resetting parameter RAM (PRAM) 46 S S/PDIF stereo 23 safety important information 62 optical drive 65 screen brightness, setting...
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... during startup 46 computer won't respond 45 computer won't start up 46 computer won't turn on 46 date and time settings 57 ejecting a disc 56 force quit an application 45 Internet connection 50 PPPoE connections 51 reinstalling Mac OS X 54 resetting PRAM 46 service and support 57 using Mac Help 58 turning on your iMac 13 typing position 68 U updating software 53 USB connections 33 keyboard, connecting 12 mouse, connecting 12 ports 23 user account setting...
... during startup 46 computer won't respond 45 computer won't start up 46 computer won't turn on 46 date and time settings 57 ejecting a disc 56 force quit an application 45 Internet connection 50 PPPoE connections 51 reinstalling Mac OS X 54 resetting PRAM 46 service and support 57 using Mac Help 58 turning on your iMac 13 typing position 68 U updating software 53 USB connections 33 keyboard, connecting 12 mouse, connecting 12 ports 23 user account setting...
