Apple iMac G5 manual Connecting a Camera or Other FireWire Device, Connecting to a Network

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Connecting a Camera or Other FireWire Device

If you have an iPod, iSight camera, FireWire digital video camera, or other device that has a FireWire connector, you can connect it to your iMac G5. Follow the installation instructions that came with your device. For more information about FireWire, see “FireWire” on page 26.

Connecting to a Network

If you want to connect your iMac G5 to an Ethernet network, cable or DSL modem, or a wireless network, see “Ethernet (10/100Base-T)” on page 31 and “AirPort Extreme Wireless Internet and Networking” on page 28 for more information about setting up an Ethernet or AirPort connection. Also open Mac OS Help (see page 22) and search for “Ethernet” or “AirPort” for further help.

Using the Internet

When you first set up your iMac G5, you were instructed on how to connect to the Internet. If you need to change to a different type of connection, such as a DSL or cable modem, Ethernet local area network (LAN), or AirPort Extreme network, you can find more information in Appendix C, “Connecting to the Internet,” on page 69.

Transferring Files to Another Computer

You have several ways to transfer files or documents to or from your iMac G5.

•You can easily transfer files using the Setup Assistant. For more information, see “Transferring Information to Your iMac G5” on page 8.

•You can transfer files via the Internet using .Mac or another Internet account. Go to www.mac.com for more information.

•If your computer is connected to an Ethernet network, you can transfer files to another computer on the network. To access another server or computer, open a Finder window and click Network. Or if you know the name or network address of the computer, choose Go > Connect to Server from the Finder menu bar.

•You can create a small Ethernet network by connecting an Ethernet cable from your iMac G5 to another computer’s Ethernet port. For more information, open Mac OS Help and search for “Connecting two computers.”

•You can also connect to another Mac using a FireWire cable. Your iMac G5 appears as a disk drive on the other computer and you can transfer files. For information about using FireWire to transfer files, see “FireWire Target Disk Mode” on page 27.

•If your computer has an AirPort Extreme Card, you can connect to an AirPort wireless network to transfer files. For more information, see “AirPort Extreme Wireless Internet and Networking” on page 28.

Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your iMac G5

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Contents User’s Guide Apple Infinite Loop Contents Troubleshooting Problems That Prevent You From Using Your ComputerOther Problems Using Apple Hardware Test1Getting Started Getting Started Getting Started Using a Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Setting Up Your iMac G5 for the InternetWhat’s Next? Transferring Information to Your iMac G5What to Do When You Have Finished Using Your iMac G5 Additional InformationPut Your iMac G5 to Sleep to Save Energy Shut Down Your iMac G5Page 2Getting to Know Your iMac G5 For the Latest InformationIMac G5 Front View Getting to Know Your iMac G5Built-in speakers IMac G5 Back View Audio line in port Learning About Mac OS Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences Connecting to a Printer To set up a printerMonitoring Printing Playing a CD and Connecting HeadphonesKeeping Your Software Up to Date Connecting a Camera or Other FireWire Device Connecting to a NetworkUsing the Internet Transferring Files to Another ComputerWhen an Application Freezes To force an application to quitTo use Mac OS Help Getting Answers to Your Questions Using Mac OS HelpUsing Applications 3Using Your Computer Using USB Devices Universal Serial Bus USBUsing Multiple USB Devices at the Same Time For More Information on USBFireWire These are some of the things you can do with FireWireFor More Information on FireWire Using FireWire DevicesFireWire Target Disk Mode AirPort Extreme Wireless Internet and Networking How AirPort Provides Wireless Internet AccessBluetooth Wireless Technology Setting Up Bluetooth File ExchangeTo set up a Bluetooth device To set up a Bluetooth file exchangeSetting Up Bluetooth Connections Sending a File to a Bluetooth Enabled DeviceFor More Information on Bluetooth Wireless Technology To set up a Bluetooth device to work with your computerFor More Information on Using Ethernet Ethernet 10/100Base-TAudio Line In Port Audio SupportHeadphone Out/Optical Audio Out Port For More Information on Using Audio External Video Support VGA, Composite, and S-Video Connecting an External Display or Projector Connecting a Television, VCR, or Other Video DeviceFor More Information on Using an External Display or TV To connect a TV, VCR, or other video device to the iMac G5Using Your Optical Drive Inserting a CD or DVD DiscEjecting a Disc Playing DVD DiscsRecording CD-R and CD-RW Discs For More InformationTo record data to a DVD-R disc using the Finder Keyboard ControlsRecording Information on a DVD To burn an iDVD project to a blank DVDSecuring Your Computer Page Installing Additional Memory 4Enhancing Your ComputerTo install a memory module Enhancing Your Computer Inch iMac Screwdriver Tighten 3 screws Making Sure Your Computer Recognizes the New Memory Installing an AirPort Extreme Card To install an AirPort Extreme Card in your iMac G5Enhancing Your Computer Connect the antenna to the AirPort Extreme Card Phillips Replacing the Internal Backup Battery To replace an internal backup battery in your iMac G5Enhancing Your Computer Remove old battery Cut-out Metal clip Insert new battery Phillips Enhancing Your Computer Page Problems That Prevent You From Using Your Computer If the computer won’t respond or the pointer won’t moveIf the computer won’t turn on or start up Installing Applications Reinstalling the Software That Came With Your ComputerInstalling Mac OS X and Applications Other Problems Installing Mac OSIf you have a problem with an application If you have trouble using AirPort wireless communicationIf you have problems with your Internet connection If your date and time settings get lost repeatedlyLocating Your Product Serial Number If you have trouble ejecting a discUsing Apple Hardware Test To use Apple Hardware TestSpecifications Page Carrying Your iMac G5 Cleaning Your iMac G5 DisplayTo clean your iMac G5 screen, do the following Safety Instructions for Setting Up Using Your Computer Appendix B Care, Use, and Safety InformationConnectors and Ports Avoid Hearing Damage ErgonomicsApple and the Environment DisplayThere are four kinds of Internet connections Before you connect to the InternetTo find the settings on a Windows PC To find the settings on a Mac OS X computerTo find the settings on a Mac OS 9 computer Select how your computer connects to the Internet Setup Assistant WorksheetTo set up a DSL or cable modem or a LAN connection If you selected Using DHCP, enter the following IP Address Subnet Mask Router AddressSetting Up Your Internet Connection Manually To set up Network preferences for the internal modem port Dial-Up ConnectionTo 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 configurationDhcp Configuration To set up a Dhcp configurationPPPoE Configuration To set up a PPPoE connectionAppendix C Connecting to the Internet To check if you have access to an AirPort Extreme network AirPort Extreme Wireless ConnectionSetting Up an AirPort Extreme Connection Manually Appendix C Connecting to the Internet To test your AirPort Extreme connection PPPoE Connections Troubleshooting Your ConnectionCable Modem, DSL, and LAN Internet Connections Network Connections Industry Canada Statement Bluetooth InformationFCC Compliance Statement Vcci Class B Statement European Community Laser InformationExposure to Radio Frequency Energy Mouse Class 1 LED InformationDisposal and Recycling Information Telephone and Apple 56K Modem InformationInformation You Need in Canada Information You Need in the United Kingdom Page Index Index Using multiple devices at once
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