Apple LC 575 manual Using a modem, Starting up your computer from an external hard disk

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Using a modem

If your computer came with a modem in the optional communications port, your Macintosh can communicate with other computers over standard telephone lines. (For instructions on how to use your modem, see the manual that came with your modem.)

You can have an internal modem installed in the additional communications port by an Apple-authorized dealer (if the port isn’t already in use). You can also purchase an external modem to connect to the modem port on the back of your computer.

Starting up your computer from an external hard disk

To start up your Macintosh from an external hard disk, the hard disk must contain a System Folder, and the System Folder must contain a System Enabler for your specific model of Macintosh. (A System Enabler file contains software necessary to start up a specific Macintosh model.)

If you are unable to start up your Macintosh from an external disk, the appropriate System Enabler file may be missing from that disk. Use the Installer program on the Install Me First disk that came with your computer to install system software on the external disk. If your computer came with a CD-ROM disc titled CD Install Me First, the software you need is on the CD-ROM disc.

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Contents Getting Started Apple Computer, Inc Contents Installing System Software Iv ContentsCommunications regulation information Move the computer farther away from the television or radioExposure. s Class 1 labelSetting Up Plugging in the computer Socket end of the power cordSetting Up Connecting the mouse and keyboard ADB portComputer. The top of the switch is marked with an Power keyProblems starting up? Safety instructions Health-related information about computer use Musculoskeletal discomfort Eye fatigue Arranging your officeForearms level or tilted up slightly Avoiding fatigueShoulders relaxed Forearms and hands in a straight line What’s next? Learning the Basics Use your hand to scoot the mouse along the tableBy the way Macintosh HD stands for Macintosh hard disk Put the tip of the arrow inside this picture Now your screen should look like the following illustration Turning the computer on and off Turning on the computer Shutting down the computer with a menu commandPress the Power key marked with the P icon on the keyboard Click Shut DownGuide for information on Use these buttons to Change the volume Computer’s soundOn adjusting the keyboard height OptionalYou can use the screws Your Computer at a GlanceSpecial Features Adjusting the soundUsing the Sound control panel Sound control buttonsScreen control buttons Adjusting the screenUsing the Screen control panel Disabling the buttons on the front of your computer Saving energy Using the built-in microphone Installing an expansion cardTo install an expansion card Continues Slide the logic board back Replace the back panel of the computer Using memory efficiently Using a RAM disk for temporary storageConnecting to a network Using a modem Starting up your computer from an external hard diskInstalling System Software Installing System SoftwareUsing the CD as your startup device If you see a blinking question mark on your screenIf you see the Macintosh desktop Welcome dialog box that appears, click OK Reinstalling system softwareOn the desktop, click Install System Custom installations Installer dialog box, click InstallClick Disk Images On the desktop, click the Disk Images tabClick a button to select the disk image you want to copy Dialog box that appears, click Make a Copy Copying the Macintosh Basics tour Open the Applications folderApple Publishing System