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

Follow these steps to turn the computer on:

1Turn on the monitor.

See the information that came with your monitor for the location of the power button.

2Turn on your computer by pressing the Power key.

The Power key is at the top of the keyboard. You can recognize this key by the triangle outline on it (P).

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

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Apple 640 manual Connecting other equipment, Turning the computer on, Follow these steps to turn the computer on