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Apple I Book G3 manual Advice and troubleshooting, Switching between Mac OS X and Mac OS

Models: I Book G3

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Advice and troubleshooting

If you don’t find the answer to your problem on the following pages:

Look in Mac Help.

mIn Mac Help (see page 24), you can find a great deal of troubleshooting advice, including information to help you solve problems with

m Connecting to the Internet

m Using software installation and restore discs m Changing your computer’s settings

m Printing m And more

mClick the Finder icon in the Dock, then choose Mac Help from the Help menu. Type a question in the search window (for example, type “How do I eject a disc?”) and click Ask.

Switching between Mac OS X and Mac OS 9

Your iBook is set to use Mac OS X. Most applications made for Mac OS 9 will work in the Mac OS X Classic environment. Just open the application as you normally would. You can also start up your computer using

Mac OS 9.

To set your computer to use Mac OS 9:

mChoose System Preferences from the Apple (K) menu in Mac OS X.

mClick the Startup Disk icon to open the Startup Disk pane.

mSelect the Mac OS 9 folder as your startup disk. If the icons are dimmed, click the padlock icon and enter the password you chose when you first set up Mac OS X.

mClick Restart.

To set your computer to use Mac OS X again:

mChoose Control Panels from the Apple (K) menu.

mOpen the Startup Disk control panel.

mClick the triangle next to the hard disk that contains your operating system folders.

mSelect the Mac OS X System as your startup disk.

mClick Restart.

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Apple I Book G3 manual Advice and troubleshooting, If you don’t find the answer to your problem on the following pages

Contents

iBook Brukerhåndbok Brugerhåndbog KäsikirjaUser’s Guide Manuel de l’utilisateur Benutzerhandbuch 2 Your iBook at a glance 4 Mac OS X basics Your iBook at a glance Your computer has these built-in featuresKensington security slot Attach a lock and cable to prevent theft The Macintosh desktop is your starting place Mac OS X basicsDock Application menu Shows the name of theApplication Applications are software DocumentChoose System Preferences from Change the Mac OS to suit your preferencesThere are lots of ways to customize Mac OS To change Finder settings, chooseThe triangle indicates the To set up the toolbar thePress a folder icon to see its contents and open items in it the toolbarBrowse through the next few pages to find out more What you can do with your iBookPut 1,000 songs in your pocket Listen to music and burn your own CDs The iBook is your digital hubSend digital photos to friends and family Send email and surf the Net Watch DVD moviesUse iTunes to create a library of music and make your own CDs Listen to music on your computer or on the go2. iPod Browse for a song on iPod and 3. press the Play button If you have an iPod, you can transfer up to 1,000 songsConnect iPod using the FireWire cable included with iPod 1. iTunes automatically transfers your music Library to iPod UnplugUse iMovie to edit video from a digital video camera Make your own movie or watch a movie on DVDUse the controller to play the movie or see the DVD’s special featuresopens automatically Insert a DVD video disc. DVD PlayerReturn on your keyboard Search the InternetIf you know the Internet address, you can go there directly Internet Explorerdouble-click an item in Or you can search the Internet with SherlockClick the icon in the Dock to open SherlockGet more out of the Internet with iTools iTools is a suite of Internet services integrated into Mac OSthe Go menu Anyone can access the files in your Public folderStore pictures, movies, documents, and other files remotely Choose iDisk fromSend and receive email Follow these steps to create and send a messageClick the Mail icon in the Dock 1. to open the Mail application Type the email address and a click Composeand click Send To create a new email messageUse AppleWorks for writing, drawing, making presentations, and more Organize, plan, and create using AppleWorksmodify a ready-made document To get started using AppleWorksClick the icon in the Dock to open AppleWorksClick Keep your iBook’s software up-to-dateTo use Software Update, you must have an Click the icon in the DockClick the name of a software item to learn more about it Update Nowupdate and then click Install Then clickClick the Finder icon Learn more about using your computerLook in Mac Help for more information on using your computer Click Quick Clicks topics for answers to frequently asked questionsThese Apple Web sites will help you get the most out of your computer m Printing m And more Advice and troubleshootingIf you don’t find the answer to your problem on the following pages Switching between Mac OS X and Mac OSThen do this If the computer won’t respondThen do this If you see a flashing question mark during startupIf you can’t log into your computer If you can’t eject a CD or DVD or open the optical drive trayIf the computer won’t turn on or start up Other problems If necessary, remove the metal clip Install memory and an AirPort CardFor detailed instructions, refer to Mac Help see page Shut down your computer. Thenthe slot and batteryFlip up the wire bracket and connect computerRelease the keyboard by sliding the Add additional memoryShut down your computer. Then AirPort Cardthe RAM shield, then carefully lift If you already have a memory card installedit out AirPort Card if necessaryKeyboard and trackpad Work more comfortablyFor more information ChairExternal mouse Built-in displaySafety and cleaning m the power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged m you suspect that your computer needs service or repairTo clean the case, do the following 2 Wipe the surfaces lightly with a clean, soft clothCommunications, Telephone, and Modem Regulation Information Where’s the fine print?Apple Portable Power Adapter Battery034-2095-A Printed in Taiwan 2002 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved