Apple 6400 appendix Connecting other equipment, Turning the computer on for the first time

Connecting other equipment

If you are new to the Macintosh, it’s a good idea to get some experience using your computer before you connect other equipment, such as a printer or scanner. To learn basic Macintosh skills, continue with the instructions in this chapter.

When you’re ready to connect other equipment to your Macintosh, see the instructions in Chapter 3.

Turning the computer on for the first time

To turn the computer on for the first time, follow these steps:

1Turn on your monitor.

Note: You may not see the monitor power come on until you turn on the computer in the next step. Also, larger monitors can take several seconds to turn on if you have extra DRAM installed in your computer.

See the information that came with your monitor for the location of the power switch. On newer Apple monitors, the power switch is located on the front of the unit.

By the way: Depending on the type of monitor you have, you may only need to turn it on once. Some monitors turn off automatically when you shut down the computer, and turn on automatically when you start up the computer. Other monitors have to be turned on separately each time you turn on the computer.

2Press the Power key (marked with a triangle) on your keyboard.

You hear a tone from the computer as it starts up.

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