User’s Guide
Apple Computer, Inc
Contents
Installing and Using Application Programs
Power Management
Using Expansion Bay Modules and PC Cards
Connecting Additional Equipment
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Tips and Troubleshooting
Diagnostic Techniques
Appendix a
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Appendix B Using Your Keyboard
Appendix C Installing a RAM Expansion Card
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Communications regulation information
Vcci statement
Chapter Connecting Additional Equipment
Chapter Power Management
Chapter Getting Started Getting Help
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Getting Started
Sleep indicator
Plugging in the computer
Opening the display
Position the display at a comfortable viewing angle
To turn on the computer
Turning the computer on
Following screen replaces the Floppy Disk Maker box
If you are a new Macintosh PowerBook user
Problems turning your computer on?
Making software disks
Why make software disks?
What you need
What is a disk image?
Making a set of disks
Insert the disk metal end first, label side up
When you’re finished, click Quit
Following appears on the screen
Making individual disks
What’s next?
Learning the basics
Tips for using the trackpad
Learned from the tutorial
Reviewing the basics
Following dialog box appears on the screen
Turning the computer off using the Power key
Turning the computer off using the Shut Down command
Turning the computer off
Putting the computer to sleep
Other ways of putting your computer to sleep
Automatic sleep
Restarting a computer that’s already on
Getting Started
User’s Guidek
Where to find answers
Getting Help
Getting answers to your questions
Getting answers with the Topics button
Now continue with the next section
Small window appears with instructions for you to follow
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
Main Macintosh Shortcuts window appears
Learning useful shortcuts
Click one of the category buttons
Using expansion bay modules
Removing an expansion bay module
Remember to save your work
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Gripping surface
Inserting an expansion bay module
Locking an expansion bay module
Inserting a PC Card
Using PC Cards Pcmcia cards
To insert a card, do this
Ejecting a PC Card
Other ways to eject a card
Shut down the computer Straighten one end of a paper clip
If you can’t eject a card
Using a PC Card modem
Using eWorld with a PC Card modem
Following screen appears
Using Apple Remote Access with a PC Card modem
To use AppleLink with a PC Card modem, follow these steps
Using AppleLink with a PC Card modem
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Connecting Additional Equipment
You are now ready to use the printer
Connecting a printer
You are now ready to use the external modem
Connecting an external modem
Connecting Scsi devices
Connecting one Scsi device
Using your Macintosh PowerBook as a hard disk
Connecting your computer as a hard disk
Turn on the PowerBook by pressing the Power key
Simplifying the connection process
Drawing battery power in Scsi disk mode
Quitting Scsi disk mode
Connecting an external monitor
Place the monitor where you will be using it
Trouble?
Working with an external monitor
External monitor is ready to use
Disconnecting an external monitor
Connecting sound output devices
Connecting other devices
Adding infrared IR capabilities to your computer
Adding memory to your computer
Using Software Highlights
Installing and Using Application Programs
Window similar to this appears
To get started with your software, follow these steps
Getting help for application programs
Installing application programs
Switching programs
Working with several programs at a time
Finding out which programs are open
Hiding and showing windows on the desktop
Backing up your files
Monitoring the battery charge
Power sources
Responding to low-power messages
What you should do
What you should know
Using the battery icon to monitor battery charge
Using the Control Strip to monitor battery charge
Recharging the battery
To remove or replace the battery, follow these steps
Removing or replacing the battery
Maximizing work time
About lithium ion replacement batteries
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Tips and Troubleshooting Diagnostic Techniques
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When you run into trouble
When you have questions
Problems starting up the computer
Computer makes an unusual sound at startup
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Computer displays a flashing question mark icon
Computer won’t restart
Problems working with programs
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Program won’t open
Message says there is not enough memory
Other problems while working
Some icons look different from usual
Computer makes unusual sounds
Floppy disk drive
Problems with hardware
Trackpad
Hard disk
Keyboard
PowerBook display
External monitors
Printers
Printer does not appear in the Chooser
Scsi equipment and Scsi disk mode
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Solutions to common network problems
Problems with networks and file sharing
Solutions to other network problems
Message says that file sharing can’t be turned on
Problems with Apple Remote Access
Modem didn’t dial the phone number
Checking your system software extensions
Diagnostic Techniques
Tips for locating problem extensions
Testing your hard disk
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What if you don’t have system software disks?
You use the Drive Setup program to update your hard disk
Doing a normal installation of system software
You’ll see messages asking you to insert different disks
Doing a clean installation of system software
For a clean installation Do not click Install button
Following dialog box appears
It takes a few minutes to complete the installation
Replacing special software
Easy Install dialog box appears
Doing a custom installation of system software
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IIIpart
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Health-related information about computer use
Appendix a Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips
Musculoskeletal discomfort
Eye fatigue
Arranging your work area and equipment
Chair
Keyboard and trackpad
Mouse
External monitor
Built-in display
What about electromagnetic emissions?
Avoiding fatigue
Important care and safety instructions
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Caring for batteries
Handling floppy disks
Traveling with the Macintosh PowerBook
Handling the Macintosh PowerBook
Airplanes and airports
Philippines, Taiwan
Storing the Macintosh PowerBook
Service and support
International repair and service
International use
Appendix B Using Your Keyboard
Some programs, the arrow keys have other functions
Typing special characters and symbols
Diacritical mark
Here are other key combinations you may find useful
Special key combinations
Appendix C Installing a RAM Expansion Card
Getting ready
Removing the keyboard
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When the screws drop out, set them aside
Side view
Gently lift the side panels of the computer a short distance
Appendix C
Place a clean, dry cloth over the display to protect it
Gently move the keyboard up and place it on the cloth
This protects your RAM card and PowerBook from damage
Installing the RAM expansion card
RAM card Connector
Make sure the keyboard cables are still properly connected
Replacing the keyboard
Make sure the keyboard is inserted all the way
Lower the keyboard into place
Side view
Turn over the PowerBook and prepare to use it
Checking to make sure a RAM card is properly installed
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