If you see a blinking question mark on the screen, you’ll need to install system software in one of the following ways:

mIf your computer came with a CD-ROM disc labeled CD Install Me First, see the section of this manual titled “Using the CD Install Me First Disc” for instructions on how to use the disc to install system software.

mIf your computer came with a set of floppy disks, go to the chapter “Setting Up Your Macintosh System” in the Macintosh User’s Guide for instructions on installing system software from floppy disks. Make sure that the label on the Install Me First disk says it is for your Macintosh model.

Safety instructions

For your own safety and that of your equipment, always take the following precautions.

Turn off the computer completely and disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the cord) if any of the following conditions exists:

mthe power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged

myou spill something into the case

myour Macintosh is exposed to rain or any other excess moisture

myour Macintosh has been dropped or the case has been otherwise damaged

myou suspect that your Macintosh needs service or repair

myou want to clean the case (use only the recommended procedure described below)

For additional safety:

mReplace the back panel of the computer, if you ever need to remove it, before you use your computer.

mNever turn on your computer with any of the internal parts removed.

6 Setting Up

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