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Apple EMac manual Restoring Your Computer’s Software, Reinstalling Mac OS

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Restoring Your Computer’s Software

Use the Software Install and Restore discs that came with your computer to reinstall Mac OS X, applications, or Classic support. Some models of eMac come with a series of Software Install CDs and another series of Software Restore CDs, and some models come with a single series of Software Install and Restore DVDs.

To restore all of your computer’s software:

mFollow the instructions below to reinstall Mac OS X, then follow the instructions to reinstall applications and Classic support.

Reinstalling Mac OS X

1Back up essential files, if possible.

2Insert the first Software Install and Restore disc (or the first Software Install disc) that came with your computer.

3Double-click the Install Mac OS X icon.

4Follow the onscreen instructions.

5After selecting the destination disk for installation, click Options and continue following the onscreen instructions.

Reinstalling Applications and Classic Support

To reinstall applications and Classic support if your eMac came with two Software Install and Restore DVDs:

1Back up essential files, if possible.

2Insert the first Software Install and Restore disc that came with your computer.

3Double-click the “Install Applications and Classic Support” icon.

4Follow the onscreen instructions.

To reinstall applications and Classic support if your eMac came with multiple Software Install and Software Restore CDs:

1Back up essential files, if possible.

2Insert the first Software Restore disc. Double-click the “SoftwareRestore.pkg” icon to install the Software Restore application.

3Follow the onscreen instructions to restore your computer’s software.

Note: iCal, iChat AV, iMovie, iPhoto, iSync, iTunes, and Safari are part of Mac OS X. To install them you must follow the directions for installing Mac OS X (above).

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Apple EMac manual Restoring Your Computer’s Software, Reinstalling Mac OS, Reinstalling Applications and Classic Support

Contents

User’s Guide eMacK Apple Computer, Inc 2004 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved Using Your Computer ContentsSetting Up Your eMac Where to Go From HereOther Problems Replacing the Internal Backup BatteryTroubleshooting Problems That Prevent You From Using Your ComputerGetting Started Telephone cord KeyboardAC cord Chapter 1 Getting Started Setting Up Your eMacPower button Adjusting Your Display Where to Go From HereTo put the computer to sleep quickly, do one of the following What to Do When You Have Finished Using Your eMacPut Your eMac to Sleep Shut Down Your eMacPage Getting to Know Your eMac Using the Applications That Came With Your eMacFor the Latest Information Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your eMac eMac - Front ViewVolume controls Power indicator lightChapter 2 Getting to Know Your eMac MicrophoneSecurity slot Power port Power button Video output port eMac - Side ViewMemory access inside FireWireChapter 2 Getting to Know Your eMac Memory access insideLearning About Mac OS Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences To set up a printer Connecting to a PrinterMonitoring Printing Playing a CD and Connecting HeadphonesKeeping Your Software Up to Date To check for updated softwareTransferring Files to Another Computer Connecting a Digital Videocamera or Other FireWire DeviceConnecting to a Network Connecting to the InternetTo force an application to quit When an Application FreezesTo use Mac OS Help Getting Answers to Your Questions Using Mac OS HelpUsing Your Computer Using USB Devices Universal Serial Bus USBUsing Multiple USB Devices at the Same Time For More Information on USBUSB hub These are some of the things you can do with FireWire FireWireTo connect your eMac in FireWire Target Disk Mode, follow these steps Using FireWire DevicesFireWire Target Disk Mode For More Information on FireWireHow AirPort Provides Wireless Internet Access AirPort Extreme Wireless Internet and NetworkingBluetooth Wireless Technology Ethernet 10/100Base-TFor More Information on AirPort For More Information on Using Ethernet External Video Support VGA, Composite, and S-Videoconnector Connecting an External Display or ProjectorTo connect a TV, VCR, or other video device to the eMac Using Your Optical DriveConnecting a Television, VCR, or Other Video Device For More Information on Using an External Display or TVTo eject a disc, do one of the following To install or use programs from a CD or DVD disc, follow these stepsInserting a CD or DVD Disc Ejecting a DiscTo record music to a CD-R or CD-RW disc Playing DVD DiscsRecording CD-R and CD-RW Discs For More InformationTo record data to a DVD-R disc Keyboard ControlsRecording Information on a DVD To burn an iDVD project to a blank DVDSample locking device with security cable Securing Your ComputerEnhancing Your Computer Installing Additional MemoryChapter 4 Enhancing Your Computer To install additional memory5 Disconnect the power cord from the computer Making Sure Your Computer Recognizes the New Memory To install an AirPort Extreme Card in your eMac Installing an AirPort Extreme Card3 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 Chapter 4 Enhancing Your Computer To replace the internal backup battery5 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 Problems That Prevent You From Using Your Computer If the computer won’t respond or the pointer won’t moveIf the computer won’t turn on or start up To restore all of your computer’s software Restoring Your Computer’s SoftwareReinstalling Mac OS Reinstalling Applications and Classic SupportIf you have problems with your Internet connection Other ProblemsIf you have a problem with an application If you have trouble using AirPort wireless communicationTo use Apple Hardware Test Apple Hardware TestIf you have a problem using your computer or working with the Mac OS If your date and time settings get lost repeatedlyChapter 5 Troubleshooting Locating Your Product Serial NumberA Appendix SpecificationsPage To clean your eMac screen, do the following Cleaning Your eMacCare, Use, and Safety Information Cleaning Your eMac DisplayCarrying Your eMac Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your ComputerApple and the Environment ENERGY STAR ComplianceFor More Information Mouse ErgonomicsKeyboard ChairBefore you connect to the Internet Connecting to the InternetAppendix There are four kinds of Internet connectionsTo find the settings on a Mac OS X computer To find the settings on a Mac OS 9 computerTo find the settings on a Windows PC Setup Assistant Worksheet To set up a DSL or cable modem or a LAN connectionSelect how your computer connects to the Internet If you selected “PPP for PPPoE connections,” enter the following If you selected “Using DHCP,” enter the followingSetting Up Your Internet Connection Manually To set up Network preferences for the internal modem port Dial-Up ConnectionTo test your Internet configuration 3 Click OK and Apply Now DSL, Cable Modem, or LAN Internet Connections2 Select the “Connect automatically when needed” checkbox 1 Click PPP Options in the PPP pane of Network preferencesTo set up Network preferences for the built-in Ethernet port To set up a manual configuration Manual ConfigurationTo set up a DHCP configuration DHCP ConfigurationTo set up a PPPoE connection PPPoE Configuration5 Type the domain name server DNS addresses in the DNS Servers field AirPort Extreme Wireless Connection Setting Up an AirPort Extreme Connection ManuallyTo 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 Check System Preferences settings Troubleshooting Your ConnectionCheck the cables and power supplies Turn the modem on and off and reset the modem hardwareIf you cannot resolve the issue using these steps, contact your ISP Appendix C Connecting to the InternetNetwork Connections Communications Regulation Information FCC Compliance StatementIndustry Canada Statement VCCI Class B Statement European CommunityExposure to Radio Frequency Energy Battery Disposal InformationLaser Information Korea Statement High-Risk Activities WarningInformation You Need in Canada Telephone Line ProblemsInformation You Need in the United States Telephone Consumer Protection ActInformation You Need in the United Kingdom Service à la clientèle d’Apple CanadaTelephone jack type CA-11 Type de prise téléphonique CA-11ATS0 = 0 or ATS0 = 1 no answer or answer greater than one ring Information You Need in AustraliaATB0 ITU/CCITT operation AT&G0 no guard tone AT&P1 33/66 pulse dial make/break ratioPage Index IndexPage video out port 15, 30 volume controls updating software 19 USB 7 connecting devices 24 hubs ports 13using multiple devices at once wireless networking and Internet access 28 working with a printer