Apple 200 Series manual Simplifying the connection process

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Simplifying the connection process

If you regularly plan to use your PowerBook as a SCSI disk with the same computer, you can leave the SCSI disk adapter cable attached to the other computer or its SCSI chain. When you want to use your PowerBook as a SCSI disk, simply shut down all devices and connect the adapter cable to the SCSI port on your PowerBook Duo MiniDock.

These cables can stay attached to your other computer or its SCSI chain.

HDI-30 SCSI Disk Adapter Connect and disconnect your computer here.

WARNING Always disconnect your PowerBook from the adapter cable when you are not using it as a SCSI disk. Your PowerBook will not work correctly if the adapter cable remains attached.

Drawing battery power in SCSI disk mode

Your PowerBook continues to draw battery power when you use it as a SCSI disk. Low battery power is indicated by a blinking low-power warning on the PowerBook’s screen.

If you see this warning while using your computer as a SCSI disk, either plug in the power adapter or quit SCSI disk mode, as described in the next section, so you can remove the battery for recharging.

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Contents User’sGuide Apple Computer, Inc Contents Power Management Connecting Additional EquipmentIndex Communications regulation information Vcci statement Power On button Power adapter port Getting Started Plugging in the computerWhen you are ready to begin Opening the display Turning on the computer Problems turning on your computer? Chapter What’s next? Learning the basics Tutorial are highlighted, then release the trackball button Reviewing the basics Turning the computer off Putting the computer to sleep Automatic sleepRestarting a computer that’s already on Where to find answers User’s GuideGetting Help Getting answers to your questions Getting answers with the Topics button Now continue with the next section Getting answers with the Index button Read and follow the instructions in the window Getting answers with the Look For button If you want to close Macintosh Guide, click here Tips for using Macintosh Guide Identifying objects on the screen Learning useful shortcuts Main Macintosh Shortcuts window appearsClick one of the category buttons Connecting Additional Equipment PowerBook Duo Dock and Duo Dock Connecting Additional Equipment PowerBook Duo MiniDock PowerBook Duo Floppy Adapter Connecting a printerConnecting a modem See the documentation that came with the modemExternal modem is ready to use Connecting Scsi devices TerminatorUsing your PowerBook as a Scsi disk HDI-30 ScsiConnecting your computer as a Scsi disk Turn on the PowerBook by pressing the power button Simplifying the connection process Quitting Scsi disk mode Connecting other devices Adding memory to your computerInstalling and Using Application Programs Installing application programsWorking with several programs at a time Switching programsFinding out which programs are open Backing up your files Hiding and showing windows on the desktopPage Power sources Power ManagementResponding to low-power messages What you should do What you should knowRecharging the battery Recharging in the computerRecharging in a recharger Place the battery in the recharger as shown Removing or replacing the battery Recharging in both the computer and a rechargerReplacement batteries come with a door attached Replacing the backup battery Disposing of dead batteriesReconditioning the battery Following appears Maximizing work time Page Appendix a Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips Health-related information about computer useMusculoskeletal discomfort Eye fatigue Arranging your work area and equipmentKeyboard and trackball Mouse Avoiding fatigue What about electromagnetic emissions?Important care and safety instructions Appendix a Caring for batteries Handling floppy disks Traveling with the PowerBook Storing the PowerBook Service and supportAppendix B Using Your Keyboard Control key Index Index Disk Tools disk 53 display. See also screen Index Index Index Index See Scsi Y, Z Apple Computer, Inc