Apple LC 575 manual Plugging in the computer, Socket end of the power cord, Setting Up

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Plugging in the computer

Plug in the Macintosh before connecting anything to it. The plug grounds the computer and protects it from electrical damage while you are setting up.

SImportant: To protect both yourself and the computer from electrical hazards, the computer should remain turned off until you are finished connecting its parts. Check the main power switch at the back of the computer. Make sure that the bottom of the switch (marked with an “j”) is pressed in. S

Main power switch

1.Plug the socket end of the power cord into the recessed power plug (marked with the symbol ≤) on the back of the computer.

SImportant: Make sure at least one end of the power cord is within easy reach so that you can unplug the computer when you need to. S

2.Plug the other end of the power cord into a three-hole grounded outlet or power strip.

Socket end of the power cord

Power cord plug

2 Setting Up

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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 Shutting down the computer with a menu command Press the Power key marked with the P icon on the keyboardTurning on the computer Click Shut DownUse these buttons to Change the volume Computer’s sound On adjusting the keyboard heightGuide for information on 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