Apple I Book G3 If you can’t log into your computer, If the computer won’t turn on or start up

If the computer won’t turn on or start up:

First, make sure the power adapter is plugged into the computer and into a functioning power outlet.

mYour battery may need to be recharged. Press the small button on the battery. One to four lights glow indicating the battery’s level of charge.

If that doesn’t work or if you hear a strange sound during startup:

mIf you recently installed additional memory, make sure that it is correctly installed. Try removing the memory; if the computer starts up normally, the memory is not compatible with your computer.

mIf that doesn’t work, gently press the Reset () button by inserting the end of a paper clip into the small hole above the audio/video port, wait a few seconds, and then press the Power (®) button.

mSee the service and support information that came with your iBook for information on having your computer serviced.

If you can’t log into your computer:

Make sure you are typing your user name and password correctly.

mMake sure you are using the same capitalization and punctuation that you used originally. Check to see if the Caps Lock key has been pressed.

If that doesn’t work, reset your password.

mInsert the Mac OS X software install CD that came with your computer. Restart your computer while holding down the C key. When the Installer appears, choose Reset Password from the Installer menu and follow the onscreen instructions.

If you can’t eject a CD or DVD or open the optical drive tray:

Make sure the disc is not in use.

mQuit all applications that are using files on the disc.

mThen press the Media Eject () key at the top-right corner of the keyboard.

mIf that doesn’t work, hold down the function (fn) key and press the Media Eject key.

mIf that doesn’t work, drag the disc’s icon to the Trash.

mIf that doesn’t work, restart the computer, then hold down the mouse button. To restart, choose Restart from the Apple (K) menu.

If the disc still won’t eject, eject it manually:

mCarefully insert the end of a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole on the drive tray.

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