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Learning About Mac OS X

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Learning About Mac OS X

Your computer comes with Mac OS X and features Classic, an environment for using Mac OS 9 applications while the computer is running Mac OS X.

Note: Mac OS 9 cannot be installed as the primary operating system on your eMac.

Mac OS X features include an elegant user interface, advanced graphics capabilities, and added system stability and performance.

When you’re ready to learn more about Mac OS X and the applications that came with your computer, see the Welcome to Panther booklet that came with your eMac. Also open Mac OS Help and browse the information there. You’ll find plenty of information for new users, experienced users, and people switching to the Mac. If you experience any problems while using Mac OS X, see the troubleshooting tips in the back of this book or choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar at the top of the screen.

For information about the compatibility of software applications with Mac OS X, or to read more about Mac OS X, check the Apple website: www.apple.com/macosx.

Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your eMac

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Apple EMac manual Learning About Mac OS

Contents

eMac User’s GuideK Apple Computer, Inc 2004 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved Contents Setting Up Your eMacWhere to Go From Here Using Your ComputerReplacing the Internal Backup Battery TroubleshootingProblems That Prevent You From Using Your Computer Other ProblemsTelephone cord Keyboard Getting StartedAC cord Setting Up Your eMac Chapter 1 Getting StartedPower button Where to Go From Here Adjusting Your DisplayWhat to Do When You Have Finished Using Your eMac Put Your eMac to SleepShut Down Your eMac To put the computer to sleep quickly, do one of the followingPage Using the Applications That Came With Your eMac Getting to Know Your eMacFor the Latest Information eMac - Front View Volume controlsPower indicator light Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your eMacMicrophone Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your eMaceMac - Side View Memory access insideFireWire Security slot Power port Power button Video output portMemory access inside Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your eMacLearning About Mac OS Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences Connecting to a Printer To set up a printerPlaying a CD and Connecting Headphones Keeping Your Software Up to DateTo check for updated software Monitoring PrintingConnecting a Digital Videocamera or Other FireWire Device Connecting to a NetworkConnecting to the Internet Transferring Files to Another ComputerWhen an Application Freezes To force an application to quitGetting Answers to Your Questions Using Mac OS Help To use Mac OS HelpUsing Your Computer Universal Serial Bus USB Using USB DevicesFor More Information on USB Using Multiple USB Devices at the Same TimeUSB hub FireWire These are some of the things you can do with FireWireUsing FireWire Devices FireWire Target Disk ModeFor More Information on FireWire To connect your eMac in FireWire Target Disk Mode, follow these stepsAirPort Extreme Wireless Internet and Networking How AirPort Provides Wireless Internet AccessEthernet 10/100Base-T Bluetooth Wireless TechnologyFor More Information on AirPort External Video Support VGA, Composite, and S-Video For More Information on Using EthernetConnecting an External Display or Projector connectorUsing Your Optical Drive Connecting a Television, VCR, or Other Video DeviceFor More Information on Using an External Display or TV To connect a TV, VCR, or other video device to the eMacTo install or use programs from a CD or DVD disc, follow these steps Inserting a CD or DVD DiscEjecting a Disc To eject a disc, do one of the followingPlaying DVD Discs Recording CD-R and CD-RW DiscsFor More Information To record music to a CD-R or CD-RW discKeyboard Controls Recording Information on a DVDTo burn an iDVD project to a blank DVD To record data to a DVD-R discSecuring Your Computer Sample locking device with security cableInstalling Additional Memory Enhancing Your ComputerTo install additional memory Chapter 4 Enhancing Your Computer5 Disconnect the power cord from the computer Making Sure Your Computer Recognizes the New Memory Installing an AirPort Extreme Card To install an AirPort Extreme Card in your eMac3 Loosen the captive screws on the AirPort access panel using a Phillips screwdriver. Then remove the panel and unhook the antenna from the panel 6 Tuck the tab on the AirPort Extreme Card down into the computer Replacing the Internal Backup Battery To replace the internal backup battery Chapter 4 Enhancing Your Computer5 Disconnect the power cord from the computer 7 Locate the Power Management Unit reset button inside the computer. Push the button for one second using a pen or pencil 10 Press the Power button on the side of your computer to turn it on Troubleshooting5 If the computer won’t respond or the pointer won’t move Problems That Prevent You From Using Your ComputerIf the computer won’t turn on or start up Restoring Your Computer’s Software Reinstalling Mac OSReinstalling Applications and Classic Support To restore all of your computer’s softwareOther Problems If you have a problem with an applicationIf you have trouble using AirPort wireless communication If you have problems with your Internet connectionApple Hardware Test If you have a problem using your computer or working with the Mac OSIf your date and time settings get lost repeatedly To use Apple Hardware TestLocating Your Product Serial Number Chapter 5 TroubleshootingSpecifications A AppendixPage Cleaning Your eMac Care, Use, and Safety InformationCleaning Your eMac Display To clean your eMac screen, do the followingSafety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your Computer Carrying Your eMacENERGY STAR Compliance Apple and the EnvironmentFor More Information Ergonomics KeyboardChair MouseConnecting to the Internet AppendixThere are four kinds of Internet connections Before you connect to the InternetTo find the settings on a Mac OS 9 computer To find the settings on a Mac OS X computerTo find the settings on a Windows PC To set up a DSL or cable modem or a LAN connection Setup Assistant WorksheetSelect how your computer connects to the Internet If you selected “Using DHCP,” enter the following If you selected “PPP for PPPoE connections,” enter the followingSetting Up Your Internet Connection Manually Dial-Up Connection To set up Network preferences for the internal modem portTo test your Internet configuration DSL, Cable Modem, or LAN Internet Connections 2 Select the “Connect automatically when needed” checkbox1 Click PPP Options in the PPP pane of Network preferences 3 Click OK and Apply NowTo set up Network preferences for the built-in Ethernet port Manual Configuration To set up a manual configurationDHCP Configuration To set up a DHCP configurationPPPoE Configuration To set up a PPPoE connection5 Type the domain name server DNS addresses in the DNS Servers field Setting Up an AirPort Extreme Connection Manually AirPort Extreme Wireless ConnectionTo check if you have access to an AirPort Extreme network To set up Network preferences for an AirPort Extreme connection To test your AirPort Extreme connection Troubleshooting Your Connection Check the cables and power suppliesTurn the modem on and off and reset the modem hardware Check System Preferences settingsAppendix C Connecting to the Internet If you cannot resolve the issue using these steps, contact your ISPNetwork Connections FCC Compliance Statement Industry Canada StatementVCCI Class B Statement European Community Communications Regulation InformationBattery Disposal Information Laser InformationKorea Statement High-Risk Activities Warning Exposure to Radio Frequency EnergyTelephone Line Problems Information You Need in the United StatesTelephone Consumer Protection Act Information You Need in CanadaService à la clientèle d’Apple Canada Telephone jack type CA-11Type de prise téléphonique CA-11 Information You Need in the United KingdomInformation You Need in Australia ATB0 ITU/CCITT operation AT&G0 no guard toneAT&P1 33/66 pulse dial make/break ratio ATS0 = 0 or ATS0 = 1 no answer or answer greater than one ringPage Index IndexPage updating software 19 USB 7 connecting devices 24 hubs ports 13 using multiple devices at oncewireless networking and Internet access 28 working with a printer video out port 15, 30 volume controls