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Getting Started
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Appendix B Care, Use, and Safety Information
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Getting Started
Plug the A/C plug on the power adapter into an outlet
Connecting the Internal Modem
Plugging In the Computer
Opening the Display
Turning the Computer On
Problems Turning the Computer On?
Moving Items on the Screen
Tips for Using the Trackpad
Adjusting the Brightness
Adjusting the Internal Display
Mac OS 9, click the Resolution icon in the Control Strip
Adjusting the Display Resolution
Resolutions Supported by the Built-In Display
Where to Go From Here
Calibrating Your Battery for Best Performance
If you would like additional information, see the following
What to Do When You Are Finished Working
Put Your PowerBook to Sleep
Shut Down Your PowerBook
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If You Are New to the Mac
Getting to Know Your Computer
Basic Features of Your PowerBook
Press and hold this key to activate the function keys F1-F12
Additional Features of Your PowerBook
Connect a standard phone line directly to the internal modem
Inside Your PowerBook
Removable hard disk
Dock
About Mac OS
To Get Started
What You Can Do
Tips and Tricks
To Learn More
ICards
ITools-Free Internet Services for Mac Users
Upload pictures to your iDisk to create custom iCards
Sherlock 2-Your Internet Search Detective
Connect to the Internet Open Sherlock
Apple.com-Your Starting Place on the World Wide Web
Macintosh Products Guide
Mac OS
QuickTime-Audio and Video on the Internet
What You Can Do
Shelf
IMovie 2-Create and Edit Your Own Digital Movies
Share your desktop iMovie with your friends and family
New Playlist button Visuals button
ITunes-Digital Music For Your Mac
Connect your PowerBook to your stereo system
Update software
Adjust your Software Update schedule
Home
Multiple Users-Turn One Mac Into Many
Keeping your computer secure
Create a new user
Mac Help-Answers to All Your Macintosh Questions
Using Your Computer
Using USB Devices
USB Devices and Battery Power
Universal Serial Bus USB
For More Information on USB
Using Multiple USB Devices at the Same Time
FireWire
Your PowerBook
Using FireWire Devices
FireWire Devices and Battery Power
Power adapter
FireWire Target Disk Mode
For More Information on FireWire
PC Cards
Inserting and Ejecting a PC Card
For More Information on PC Cards
AirPort Wireless Internet and Networking
How AirPort Provides Wireless Internet Access
For More Information on AirPort
Ethernet 10/100/1000Base-T
For More Information on Using Ethernet
Infrared IrDA
Making an Infrared Connection
For More Information on Infrared
External Video Support VGA and S-Video
Using Your PowerBook With the Display Closed
Connecting an External Monitor
For More Information on Using an External Monitor or TV
Connecting a Television, VCR, or Other Video Device
To connect a device to the TV out port
Mac OS X, use the Displays pane of System Preferences
Battery
To remove the battery
Removing and Replacing the Battery
Charging a Battery
Mac OS X, use the battery icon in the menu bar
Calibrating a New Battery for Best Performance
Swapping Batteries While the Computer Is in Sleep
For More Information on Your PowerBook Battery
Battery-Conservation Tips
Inserting a CD or DVD Disc
DVD-ROM Drive
Ejecting a Disc
Mac OS 9, use the Resolution portion of the Control Strip
Playing DVD Discs
For More Information on Your DVD Drive
Inserting a CD Disc
Optional CD-RW Drive
Using the Standard Function Keys
Keyboard Controls and Programmable Function Keys
Assigning Programmable Function Keys
For More Information on Keyboard Controls
Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad
For More Information on Security Options
Security Slot and Keyboard Lock
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Working With Your Operating System
Information About Software and Mac OS
Using Classic in Mac OS
Switching Between Operating Systems
Need Help?
Working Inside Your Computer
Installing Additional Memory
Installing Additional RAM
Working Inside Your Computer
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Locate the upper RAM expansion slot
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Working Inside Your Computer
Making Sure Your Computer Recognizes the New Memory
Mac OS
Working Inside Your Computer
Removing the Internal Hard Disk
Working Inside Your Computer
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Disconnect the connector cable from the logic board
Replacing the Hard Disk and Bottom Case
Mylar sheath
Connect the hard disk connector cable to the logic board
Replace the battery and turn the computer over
Optical drive slot
Installing an AirPort Card
Connect the AirPort Card to the end of the antenna cable
Information in This Chapter
Troubleshooting
Problems That Prevent You From Using Your Computer
Troubleshooting
Restoring Your Computer Software
Insert the first software restore CD into your drive
Locating Your Product Serial Number
Other Problems
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Apple System Profiler
Specifications
Video memory 16 MB DDR Sdram
PowerBook Specifications
Modem speed 56 kilobits per second Kbps
Output DC 14.4 Capacity 3840 milliampere-hours mAh
Specifications
External S-Video or Composite Television PAL
Carrying Your PowerBook
Cleaning Your PowerBook
Storing Your PowerBook
Cleaning Your PowerBook Display
Plugging In the Power Adapter
Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your Computer
Connecting a Phone Line to the Internal Modem
Using Your PowerBook
General Safety Instructions
Ergonomics
External mouse
Wavelength 790 nm Power out of objective lens 3.3 mW