Apple Mac mini manual If you have a problem with an application

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ÂClassic (or Mac OS 9) applications are not compatible with your computer and do not open.

If you have a problem with an application

For problems with software from a manufacturer other than Apple, contact the manufacturer. Software manufacturers often provide updates to their software on their websites.

You can set your Mac mini to check for and install the latest Apple software automatically using the Software Update pane of System Preferences. For more information, choose Help > Mac Help and search for “software update.”

If you have trouble using AirPort wireless communication

ÂMake sure you have properly configured the software according to the instructions that came with your AirPort Express or AirPort Extreme Base Station.

ÂMake sure your computer or the network you are trying to connect to is running and has a wireless access point.

ÂMake sure you are within antenna range of the other computer or the network’s access point. Nearby electronic devices or metal structures can interfere with wireless communication and reduce this range. Repositioning or rotating your computer may improve reception.

ÂCheck the AirPort signal level. There are up to four bars in the AirPort status icon in the menu bar.

ÂMake sure nothing is placed on top of your computer. Objects on top of your computer may interfere with the AirPort signal.

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Contents Mac mini User’s GuidePage Page Page Contents Appendix a Specifications Using Your Mac miniTroubleshooting Index Appendix B Safety, Use, and Care InformationAppendix C Connecting to the Internet Page Getting Started What’s in the Box Setting up Your Mac mini To access the Internet, connect an Ethernet cable Connect the USB cable from your keyboard and mouse Getting Started Connect the DVI cable from your display to the video port Getting Started Next Steps Transferring Information to Your Mac miniSetting Up Your Mac mini for the Internet Shut Down Your Mac mini Putting Your Mac mini to Sleep or Shutting It DownPut Your Mac mini to Sleep Page Getting to Know Your Mac mini For the Latest InformationSlot-loading Power Optical drive What’s on the Front of Your Mac miniBuilt-in infrared IR receiver What’s on the Back of Your Mac mini USB Audio PortsSecurity slot Headphone out/optical digital audio out port Learning About Mac OS Getting Answers Using Mac Help To open Mac HelpCustomizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences Monitoring Printing Connecting a PrinterTo set up a printer To check for updated software Keeping Your Software Up to DateConnecting to a Network Using the InternetTransferring Files to Another Computer To force an application to quit Using ApplicationsWhen an Application Doesn’t Respond Page Using Your Mac mini Here are some of your computer’s features and capabilitiesDVI to Video Adapter Connecting a Display or Video DeviceDVI to VGA Adapter Using the Apple Remote and Front Row Your Apple Remote canVolume/Menu Up button IR window Previous/Rewind button To pair your Apple Remote with your Mac mini Pairing Your Apple RemoteTurning Off IR Reception To turn off IR receptionMore Information About the Apple Remote Replacing the Apple Remote BatteryTo replace the battery Using USB Using USB DevicesUsing Multiple USB Devices at the Same Time For More Information About USBConnecting with FireWire These are some of the things you can do with FireWireUsing FireWire Devices FireWire Target Disk ModeUnderstanding AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking For More Information About FireWireHow AirPort Provides Wireless Internet Access Using Bluetooth Wireless Technology More Information About AirPortTo set up a Bluetooth device Setting Up a Bluetooth DeviceMore Information About Bluetooth Wireless Technology To delete a pairing with a deviceConnecting to an Ethernet Network For More Information About Using EthernetConnecting Audio Devices Headphone Out/Optical Digital Audio Out PortFor More Information About Using Audio Audio In/Optical Digital Audio In PortUsing Your Optical Drive Playing DVD Discs Inserting a CD or DVD DiscEjecting a Disc To burn music to a CD-R or CD-RW disc using iTunes Recording CD-R and CD-RW DiscsFor More Information To record data to a DVD-R disc using the FinderRecording Information on a DVD Securing Your Mac mini Troubleshooting4 Problems That Prevent You from Using Your Computer If your computer won’t respond or the pointer won’t move If your computer won’t turn on or start up To install Mac OS Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your ComputerInstalling Mac OS To install the applications that came with your computer Other ProblemsInstalling Applications If you have trouble opening an applicationIf you have a problem with an application If you have trouble using AirPort wireless communicationIf you have problems with your Internet connection If you have trouble ejecting a discTo use Apple Hardware Test Using Apple Hardware TestIf your date and time settings get lost repeatedly Learning More, Service, and Support Online Resources Onscreen HelpAppleCare Service and Support Information System ProfilerLocating Your Product Serial Number Country Phone WebsitePage Specifications AppendixPage Safety, Use, and Care Information Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your ComputerAppendix B Safety, Use, and Care Information Using Connectors and Ports Do Not Make Repairs YourselfUsing the Power Adapter Laser Information Cleaning Your Mac mini High-Risk Activities WarningMoving Your Mac mini DisplayChair For More Information MouseKeyboard Page Connecting to the Internet There are four ways to connect to the InternetBefore you can connect to the Internet, you need to To find the settings on a Mac OS X computerTo find the settings on a Windows PC Gathering the Information You Need PPP Using Network Setup Assistant to Connect To use Network Setup AssistantTo use Network Diagnostics Troubleshooting Your ConnectionNetwork Diagnostics Turn the modem on and off and reset the modem hardwareCheck System Preferences settings PPPoE ConnectionsNetwork Connections Communications Regulation Information Industry Canada Statement Taiwan Wireless Statements Taiwan Index NumericsDVD Index VGA

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