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What’s next?

You’ve finished setting up your computer. Continue with one of the following steps:

mIf you are new to the Macintosh, turn to the next section, “Learning the Basics.”

mIf you are an experienced Macintosh user, turn to Chapter 2, “Getting Help,” to learn about Macintosh Guide, your main source of information when you’re working with the Macintosh.

mIf you want to connect additional equipment, such as a microphone, to your computer, see Chapter 3 of this book for instructions.

mIf you want to install application software on your computer, see Chapter 4 of this book for information on setting up your programs and managing memory. You’ll need this information to properly set up any software programs specifically designed for Power Macintosh computers.

IMPORTANT If you need to turn off your computer at any point, please see “Turning the Computer Off” later in this chapter. It is very important to use the correct procedure for shutting down your Macintosh before turning it off.

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Contents

PowerMacintosh User’sGuideK Apple Computer, Inc Contents Welcome to Power MacintoshGetting Started 5 Troubleshooting 3 Connecting Additional Equipment4 Installing and Using Application Programs 2 Getting HelpAppendix A Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips Installing an Expansion CardAppendix B Appendix CCommunications regulation information FCC statementRadio and television interference DOC statement VCCI statement CD-ROM driveCommunications Regulation Information Page Welcome to Power Macintosh Macintosh computer Mouse Computer power cord Monitor power cordMonitor Keyboard Adapters for composite video1 Getting Started Plugging in the computerWhen you are ready to begin, follow these steps Installing an expansion card Connecting a monitor3 If necessary, switch the computer off Connecting the monitor power cord 3 Plug in the monitor power cord Monitor power cordConnecting the monitor cable High-density monitor port Second monitor portTo connect the monitor cable, follow these steps Connecting the mouse and keyboard Connecting a keyboard with a separate cableConnecting other equipment Connecting a keyboard with a built-in cableTurning the computer on 2 Turn on your computer by pressing the Power key on the keyboard You hear a tone from the computer as it starts up3 Check to see what’s on your screen Hard disk icon Macintosh desktopProblems turning your computer on? What’s next? 14 ChapterLearning the basics Reviewing the basics Guide h menuTurning the computer off Where to find answers User’sGuideMacintosh 2 Getting Help Getting answers to your questions Getting answers with the Topics button A small window appears with instructions for you to follow Getting answers with the Index button 5 Read and follow the instructions in the window Getting answers with the Look For button 1 In the Macintosh Guide window, click the Look For button2 Click the arrow button to activate the text box 3 Type “sound” in the text box and then click SearchIf you want to close Macintosh Guide, click here 26 ChapterTips for using Macintosh Guide Identifying objects on the screen Learning useful shortcuts Another window appears, describing shortcuts for that category 2 Click one of the category buttons3 Read about the shortcuts available for the category you selected 3 Connecting Additional Equipment Your computer at a glanceRead this chapter for information on expanding your computer system with additional hardwarePower Macintosh 8100 series computer I Power switchSCSI port g Ethernet port GAV-equipped Power Macintosh 8100 series computer Connects an external modem orConnects your Macintosh to a video camera, VCR Connecting audio equipment About your computer’s sound portsConnecting audio equipment Connecting and positioning a microphone 5 Turn on the computer and the audio equipmentFollow these steps to connect and position the microphone Connecting external stereo speakers Connecting video equipment About your computer’s S-video input and output ports Æ S-video output portæ S-video input port Using adapters for composite video S-video connectorThe flat side of the connector should face up Connecting video equipment for input to the computer port 44 Chapteræ S-video input Video OutConnecting video equipment for output from the computer 1 Assemble the VCR, television, microphone, and cables you need 2 Attach one end of the video cable to the Video In port on the VCR46 Chapter Audio In ports output portleft and right available at most electronics supply storesUsing a television as a monitor Expanding memory Installing internal drives 50 Chapter4 Installing and Using Application Programs Installing application programsTo use your programs most effectively, follow these guidelines Switching programs Working with several programs at a timeFinding out which programs are open Backing up your files Hiding and showing windows on the desktopUsing Power Macintosh application programs Special memory requirementsShared libraries Using older Macintosh programs 56 Chapter5 Troubleshooting When you have questionsWhen you run into trouble Take your time 58 ChapterStart over Rebuild your desktop regularly Solutions to common problems 62 Chapter If you don’t see a hard disk icon on the desktop, try the following Icons do not appear correctly on your screen Your Macintosh can’t read a floppy disk64 Chapter Your system has a software problem The pointer 8 doesn’t move when you move the mouse A dialog box with a bomb appears66 Chapter Typing on the keyboard produces nothing on the screen 68 Chapter Page You see a message that an application program can’t be found 70 Chapterm Try opening the document in another program You experience problems using an older Macintosh program 72 ChapterIf your computer’s performance decreases Solving printer problems Where to get itPrinter Print driver usedChoosing the correct networking software Power Macintosh computerRestart your computer m You avoid setting up the “ghost monitor” situation just described 6 Close the Monitors control panel and restart your computer Make sure this box is not selectedIf the regular RGB monitor is still connected, switch back to it. If the monitor is no longer connected, or you can’t switch back to it, restart your computer. The next time you want to switch to a television, follow these steps Follow these steps When do you need to initialize a hard disk? Initializing a hard diskStarting up from a CD-ROM disc Starting up from a floppy disk Shut down your computerTurn the computer on Immediately press the C key on the keyboard 1 Shut down your computerHow to initialize a hard disk 2 Open the Apple HD SC Setup icon3 Click Drive until the disk you want to initialize appears 4 Click Initialize5 Click Init to initialize the hard disk Repairing a damaged disk When do you need to repair a disk?Try these suggestions first How to test a hard disk 2 Open the Apple HD SC Setup icon5 When a message tells you that testing is complete, click Quit 3 Click Drive until the disk you want appearsHow to repair a hard disk or floppy disk 2 Open the Disk First Aid iconDisk icons appear in a box at the top of the Disk First Aid window If Disk First Aid cannot correct the problem Installing or reinstalling system software When should you install system software?When should you reinstall system software? Installing system software 9 Click OK Doing a clean installation of system software 94 Chapter 9 Click Continue Replacing special software Doing a custom installation 5 Click Install 6 Follow the instructions that appear on the screen Appendix A Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips Health-related information about computer useMusculoskeletal discomfort 100 Appendix AEye fatigue Arranging your officeShoulders relaxed Screen positioned to avoid reflected glareClearance under work surface Feet flat on the floor Thighs horizontalAvoiding fatigue What about electromagnetic emissions?Safety instructions Handling your computer equipment Handling the monitor Handling the keyboardHandling floppy disks Ejecting a diskPower supply If you can’t eject a floppy disk108 Appendix A Cleaning your equipment Cleaning the computer caseCleaning the monitor Cleaning the mouseRotate the rollers to clean all around them Appendix B Installing an Expansion Card Read this appendix for instructions on installing an expansion cardin your computer Installing a card with a DAV connector in your AV-equipped Power Macintosh computerNuBus expansion slots NuBus power requirements Installing a NuBus card1 Turn off and unplug the computer 2 Loosen the four large screws at the corners of the back panel3 Remove the cover from the computer 114 Appendix BPower supply 5 Remove the expansion card clip 116 Appendix BHold the card by its edges to avoid touching the connector 8 Align the connector end of the card with the expansion slot Expansion slot118 Appendix B 10 Replace the expansion card clip WARNING Always replace the cover before turning the computer on Appendix C Special Keys on Your Keyboard Read this appendix to learn how to use the specialkeys on your keyboard Power key Return key Control keyDelete key Enter keyIndex Page Page Page I, J Page Page Page Show Balloons command Guide menu T, U Y, Z Apple Computer, Inc 1 Infinite LoopCupertino, California 408.996.1010