Contents
Getting Started
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Contents
Appendix a
Appendix B
Appendix C
Appendix D
Your PowerBook is a full-featured notebook computer
1Getting Started
Basic Features of Your PowerBook
Brightness controls
Additional Features of Your PowerBook
Power adapter port
Setting Up
Plug In the Power Adapter
Prepare to Get Connected
PPP
Connect Your Cables
To connect to a phone line
To connect to a DSL or cable modem or an Ethernet network
Nothing happens when you press the Power button
Problems Turning the Computer On?
Turn On Your PowerBook
Trackpad button
How Do I Turn My PowerBook Off?
Putting Your PowerBook to Sleep
To put the computer to sleep, do one of the following
To wake the computer
Calibrating Your Battery
Shutting Down Your PowerBook
To initially calibrate your battery, follow these steps
To shut down your computer, do one of the following
What’s Next?
What If I Have More Questions?
Other Support
Mac OS Help
2The Basics
Adjusting Your Display
To adjust the resolution on your display
Using Your Power Adapter
Using the Trackpad
Tips for Using the Trackpad
Using the Keyboard
Using a Mouse
Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences
Learning About Mac OS
Connecting to a Printer
To set up a printer
To monitor printing
Playing a CD and Connecting Headphones
Monitoring Printing
Keeping Your Software Up to Date
Connecting a Camera or Other FireWire or USB Device
To check for updated software
Transferring Files to Another Computer
Connecting to a Network
Using the Internet
When an Application Freezes
To force an application to quit
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3Using Your Computer
Universal Serial Bus USB
Using USB Devices
USB Devices and Battery Power
Using Multiple USB Devices at the Same Time
For More Information on USB
FireWire
Using FireWire Devices
For More Information on FireWire
FireWire Devices and Battery Power
FireWire Target Disk Mode
Using Bluetooth Devices
For More Information on Bluetooth Wireless Technology
For More Information on AirPort Extreme
AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking and Internet Access
How AirPort Extreme Provides Wireless Internet Access
For More Information on Using Ethernet
Ethernet 10/100Base-T
Using Your Modem
Connecting Speakers and Audio Devices
External Video Support DVI, VGA, Composite, and S-Video
Connecting an External Display or Projector
Turn on the external display or projector
For More Information on Using an External Monitor or TV
Using Your PowerBook With the Display Closed
Connecting a Television, VCR, or Other Video Device
Inserting a CD or DVD Disc
Using Your Optical Drive
To install or use programs from a CD or DVD disc
Ejecting a Disc
Playing DVD Discs
Recording CD-R and CD-RW Discs
To eject a disc, do one of the following
For More Information
Recording Information on a DVD
To record music from your iTunes library
To burn an iDVD project onto a blank DVD-R disc
Battery
To replace the battery
Removing and Replacing the Battery
To remove the battery
Charging a Battery
Battery-Conservation Tips
For More Information on Your PowerBook Battery
Security Slot
For More Information on Security Options
Installing Additional Memory
4Adding Memory To Your Computer
To install additional memory
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Replace the memory slot door and screw it into place
Making Sure Your Computer Recognizes the New Memory
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5Troubleshooting
Problems That Prevent You From Using Your Computer
If the computer won’t respond or the pointer won’t move
Other Problems
If you forgot your password
If you have a problem with an application
If the computer won’t turn on or start up
To use Apple Hardware Test
If you suspect a problem with your computer hardware
If you have trouble ejecting a disc
If you have problems with your Internet connection
To install Mac OS
To install applications and Classic support
Restoring Your Computer’s Software
Locating Your Product Serial Number
Power Adapter
Operating Environment
Battery
Carrying Your PowerBook
Storing Your PowerBook
Cleaning Your PowerBook Display
Appendix
Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your Computer
Plugging In the Power Adapter
Connecting a Phone Line to the Internal Modem
Using Your PowerBook
General Safety Instructions
For More Information
Battery Connectors and Ports
Avoid Hearing Damage Apple and the Environment
Ergonomics
Keyboard and Trackpad
Built-in Display
Chair
External Mouse
CConnecting to the Internet
There are four kinds of Internet connections
To find the settings on a Mac OS X computer
To find the settings on a Mac OS 9 computer
To find the settings on a Windows PC
Before you connect to the Internet
Gathering the Information You Need
Entering Your Information
Dial-Up Modem With Point-to-Point Protocol PPP Connections
To test your Internet configuration
DSL, Cable Modem, or LAN Internet Connections
To set up Network preferences for the built-in Ethernet port
Manual Configuration
To set up a manual configuration
Dhcp Configuration
To set up a Dhcp configuration
PPPoE Configuration
To set up a PPPoE connection
Appendix C Connecting to the Internet
To check if you have access to an AirPort Extreme network
AirPort Extreme Wireless Connection
Setting Up an AirPort Extreme Connection Manually
Appendix C Connecting to the Internet
To test your AirPort Extreme connection
PPPoE Connections
Troubleshooting Your Connection
Cable Modem, DSL, and LAN Internet Connections
Network Connections
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DTop Ten Questions
How does the Mac OS X interface work?
How do I make my PowerBook battery last longer?
Forgot my password. How do I reset it?
Appendix D Top Ten Questions
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Vcci Class B Statement European Community
FCC Compliance Statement
Industry Canada Statement
Battery Disposal Information
Laser Information
Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy
Mouse and Keyboard Information
Telephone Line Problems
Information You Need in the United Kingdom
Information You Need in Australia
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Index
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Security slot