If that doesn’t work, or if you hear strange sounds during startup:
mIf you recently installed additional memory, make sure that it is correctly installed and that it is compatible with your computer.
mIf that doesn’t work, press the Reset (
) button, wait a few seconds, and then press the Power (®) button.
mSee the service and support information that came with your iMac for information on having your computer serviced.
If you can’t log into your computer:
Make sure you are typing your user name and password correctly.
mMake sure you are using the same capitalization and punctuation that you used originally. Check to see if the Caps Lock key has been pressed.
If that doesn’t work, reset your password.
mInsert the Mac OS X software install CD that came with your computer. Restart your computer while holding down the C key. When the Installer appears, choose Reset Password from the Installer menu and follow the onscreen instructions.
If your printer won’t respond or work correctly:
Check all cables and connections.
mMake sure the printer is plugged into the computer and an electrical outlet. Make sure the printer is turned on.
Make sure your computer is set up to use your printer.
mInstall the software that came with your printer. See the documentation that came with the printer for instructions.
mOpen the Print Center application in the Utilities folder. Then select your printer.
If you can’t eject a CD:
Make sure the disc is not in use.
mQuit all applications that are using files on the disc.
mThen press the Media Eject (
) key at the
mIf that doesn’t work, drag the disc’s icon to the Trash.
mIf that doesn’t work, restart the computer, then hold down the mouse button. To restart, choose Restart from the Apple (K) menu.
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