Getting Started
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 Appendix B Care, Use, and Safety Information
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 Getting Started
 Connecting the Internal Modem
Plug the A/C plug on the power adapter into an outlet
Plugging In the Computer
 Opening the Display
 Problems Turning the Computer On?
Turning the Computer On
 Tips for Using the Trackpad
Moving Items on the Screen
 Adjusting the Internal Display
Adjusting the Brightness
 Adjusting the Display Resolution
Mac OS 9, click the Resolution icon in the Control Strip
Resolutions Supported by the Built-In Display
 Calibrating Your Battery for Best Performance
Where to Go From Here
If you would like additional information, see the following
 Put Your PowerBook to Sleep
What to Do When You Are Finished Working
Shut Down Your PowerBook
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 Getting to Know Your Computer
If You Are New to the Mac
 Basic Features of Your PowerBook
 Press and hold this key to activate the function keys F1-F12
 Additional Features of Your PowerBook
 Connect a standard phone line directly to the internal modem
 Inside Your PowerBook
 Removable hard disk
 About Mac OS
Dock
 What You Can Do
To Get Started
Tips and Tricks
To Learn More
 ITools-Free Internet Services for Mac Users
ICards
 Upload pictures to your iDisk to create custom iCards
 Sherlock 2-Your Internet Search Detective
 Connect to the Internet Open Sherlock
 Macintosh Products Guide
Apple.com-Your Starting Place on the World Wide Web
 Mac OS
 QuickTime-Audio and Video on the Internet
 What You Can Do
 IMovie 2-Create and Edit Your Own Digital Movies
Shelf
 Share your desktop iMovie with your friends and family
 ITunes-Digital Music For Your Mac
New Playlist button Visuals button
 Connect your PowerBook to your stereo system
 Update software
 Adjust your Software Update schedule
 Multiple Users-Turn One Mac Into Many
Home
 Create a new user
Keeping your computer secure
 Mac Help-Answers to All Your Macintosh Questions
 Using Your Computer
 USB Devices and Battery Power
Using USB Devices
Universal Serial Bus USB
 Using Multiple USB Devices at the Same Time
For More Information on USB
 Your PowerBook
FireWire
Using FireWire Devices
 Power adapter
FireWire Devices and Battery Power
FireWire Target Disk Mode
For More Information on FireWire
 Inserting and Ejecting a PC Card
PC Cards
For More Information on PC Cards
 How AirPort Provides Wireless Internet Access
AirPort Wireless Internet and Networking
For More Information on AirPort
 For More Information on Using Ethernet
Ethernet 10/100/1000Base-T
 Making an Infrared Connection
Infrared IrDA
For More Information on Infrared
 External Video Support VGA and S-Video
 Connecting an External Monitor
Using Your PowerBook With the Display Closed
 Connecting a Television, VCR, or Other Video Device
For More Information on Using an External Monitor or TV
To connect a device to the TV out port
Mac OS X, use the Displays pane of System Preferences
 To remove the battery
Battery
Removing and Replacing the Battery
 Mac OS X, use the battery icon in the menu bar
Charging a Battery
Calibrating a New Battery for Best Performance
Swapping Batteries While the Computer Is in Sleep
 Battery-Conservation Tips
For More Information on Your PowerBook Battery
 DVD-ROM Drive
Inserting a CD or DVD Disc
 Mac OS 9, use the Resolution portion of the Control Strip
Ejecting a Disc
Playing DVD Discs
For More Information on Your DVD Drive
 Optional CD-RW Drive
Inserting a CD Disc
 Keyboard Controls and Programmable Function Keys
Using the Standard Function Keys
Assigning Programmable Function Keys
 Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad
For More Information on Keyboard Controls
 Security Slot and Keyboard Lock
For More Information on Security Options
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 Working With Your Operating System
 Using Classic in Mac OS
Information About Software and Mac OS
 Switching Between Operating Systems
 Need Help?
 Installing Additional Memory
Working Inside Your Computer
 Installing Additional RAM
 Working Inside Your Computer
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 Locate the upper RAM expansion slot
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 Working Inside Your Computer
 Mac OS
Making Sure Your Computer Recognizes the New Memory
 Working Inside Your Computer
 Removing the Internal Hard Disk
 Working Inside Your Computer
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 Disconnect the connector cable from the logic board
 Replacing the Hard Disk and Bottom Case
 Mylar sheath
 Connect the hard disk connector cable to the logic board
 Replace the battery and turn the computer over
 Optical drive slot
 Installing an AirPort Card
 Connect the AirPort Card to the end of the antenna cable
 Troubleshooting
Information in This Chapter
 Problems That Prevent You From Using Your Computer
 Troubleshooting
 Insert the first software restore CD into your drive
Restoring Your Computer Software
 Other Problems
Locating Your Product Serial Number
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 Specifications
Apple System Profiler
 PowerBook Specifications
Video memory 16 MB DDR Sdram
Modem speed 56 kilobits per second Kbps
Output DC 14.4 Capacity 3840 milliampere-hours mAh
 Specifications
 External S-Video or Composite Television PAL
 Cleaning Your PowerBook
Carrying Your PowerBook
Storing Your PowerBook
Cleaning Your PowerBook Display
 Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your Computer
Plugging In the Power Adapter
Connecting a Phone Line to the Internal Modem
Using Your PowerBook
 General Safety Instructions
 Ergonomics
 External mouse
 Wavelength 790 nm Power out of objective lens 3.3 mW