Getting Started
With Your PowerBook G4
information for PowerBook G4 computers
Includes setup, expansion, and troubleshooting
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2 Getting to Know Your Computer
Contents
Where to Go From Here
1 Getting Started
FireWire
Using Your Computer
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Ergonomics
Appendix B Care, Use, and Safety Information
Storing Your PowerBook
Contents
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Note Your computer may not include the A/C plug
Getting Started
Plugging In the Computer
2 Open the display and position it at a comfortable viewing angle
Opening the Display
1 Push the display release button
Problems Turning the Computer On?
Turning the Computer On
Tips for Using the Trackpad
Moving Items on the Screen
For best results when using the trackpad, keep in mind these tips
m Never use any kind of cleaning solution on the trackpad
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Adjusting the Internal Display
Use the keys labeled with the ¤ icon to adjust screen brightness
Adjusting the Brightness
Resolutions Supported by the Built-In Display
m In Mac OS 9, click the Resolution icon in the Control Strip
Adjusting the Display Resolution
Calibrating Your Battery for Best Performance
Where to Go From Here
What to Do When You Are Finished Working
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Getting to Know Your Computer
If You Are New to the Mac
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Basic Features of Your PowerBook
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20 Chapter
Additional Features of Your PowerBook
Æ W f
22 Chapter
Inside Your PowerBook
PowerBook turned over
AirPort Card
The AirPort Card in your computer allows access to a wireless network
Memory slots
Removable hard disk
24 Chapter
About Mac OS
To Learn More
What You Can Do
To Get Started
Tips and Tricks
iDisk
iTools-Free Internet Services for Mac Users
Email
iCards
To Get Started
1 Connect to the Internet
3 Click the iTools tab and then click the Free Sign Up button
What You Can Do
28 Chapter
Sherlock 2-Your Internet Search Detective
1 Choose New Channel from the Channels menu
1 Connect to the Internet 2 Open Sherlock
3 Select a Sherlock channel
4 Type what you are looking for and click the Search button
Apple.com-Your Starting Place on the World Wide Web
Macintosh Products Guide
Software made for Mac
The Apple Store
Apple Support
Mac OS
Apple Hot News
32 Chapter
QuickTime-Audio and Video on the Internet
1 Connect to the Internet 2 Open QuickTime Player
34 Chapter
iMovie 2-Create and Edit Your Own Digital Movies
Your computer comes with iMovie optimized for Mac OS 9 and Mac OS
36 Chapter
iTunes-Digital Music For Your Mac
To Get Started
Resize the iTunes window or access iTunes from the Control Strip
Connect your PowerBook to your stereo system
What You Can Do
38 Chapter
Auto Updating-Automatically Keep Your Mac on the Cutting Edge
Install new software automatically
1 Connect to the Internet 2 Open Software Update
m In Mac OS X, open System Preferences and click Software Update
Adjust your Software Update schedule
40 Chapter
Multiple Users-Turn One Mac Into Many
1 Create a new user
42 Chapter
Mac Help-Answers to All Your Macintosh Questions
Using Your Computer
44 Chapter
Universal Serial Bus USB
Using USB Devices
USB Devices and Battery Power
For More Information on USB
Using Multiple USB Devices at the Same Time
Using Your Computer
FireWire
power adapter
2 Push the PC Card eject button once to release the button
PC Cards
To eject a PC Card
1 If the computer is turned on, drag the card’s icon to the Trash
For More Information on AirPort
AirPort Wireless Internet and Networking
How AirPort Provides Wireless Internet Access
Using Your Computer
For More Information on Using Ethernet
Ethernet 10/100/1000Base-T
Infrared IrDA
52 Chapter
External Video Support VGA and S-Video
To connect an external monitor to your computer
To connect a device to the TV out port
Using Your Computer
Battery
To remove the battery
Removing and Replacing the Battery
56 Chapter
Charging a Battery
Calibrating a New Battery for Best Performance
Swapping Batteries While the Computer Is in Sleep
To conserve battery power, do one or more of the following
Inserting a CD or DVD Disc
DVD-ROM Drive
To install or use programs from a CD or DVD disc, follow these steps
For More Information on Your DVD Drive
Ejecting a Disc
Playing DVD Discs
Optional CD-RW Drive
Assigning Programmable Function Keys
Keyboard Controls and Programmable Function Keys
Using the Standard Function Keys
Using Your Computer
62 Chapter
Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad
For More Information on Keyboard Controls
For More Information on Security Options
Security Slot and Keyboard Lock
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Working With Your Operating System
Information About Software and Mac OS
Using Classic in Mac OS
About Mac OS
Restart your computer
Switching Between Operating Systems
3 Restart your computer
Need Help?
Working Inside Your Computer
Installing Additional Memory
Installing Additional RAM
2 Flip the computer over and remove the battery
Working Inside Your Computer
72 Chapter
6 Flip the keyboard over and lay it on the palm rests and trackpad
8 Locate the upper RAM expansion slot
74 Chapter
Working Inside Your Computer
14 Turn the PowerBook over and replace the battery
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In Mac OS
1 Start up your computer
Making Sure Your Computer Recognizes the New Memory
The total includes the amount of memory that originally came with the computer plus the new memory you added. For a more detailed breakdown of the amount of memory installed in your computer, use Apple System Profiler. Under Mac OS 9, choose Apple System Profiler from the Apple K menu. Under Mac OS X, open the Applications folder, then open the Utilities folder, and double-click the Apple System Profiler application to open it
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Removing the Internal Hard Disk
Working Inside Your Computer
80 Chapter
6 Carefully slide the bottom case away from you
7 Pivot the bottom case up as shown in the illustration below
Screws
9 Disconnect the connector cable from the logic board
Connector cable
Follow the steps in this section to replace the hard disk
3 Insert the two screws into the two rubber stoppers, and screw them into the left side of the drive. Then make sure that the bottom and left and right sides of the drive are covered by the Mylar sheath
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6 Connect the hard disk connector cable to the logic board
8 Replace the battery and turn the computer over
Optical drive slot
86 Chapter
Installing an AirPort Card
88 Chapter
5 Connect the AirPort Card to the end of the antenna cable
6 Fold the plastic tab on the AirPort Card over the top of the card
Information in This Chapter
Troubleshooting
Problems That Prevent You From Using Your Computer
If the computer won’t turn on or start up
Troubleshooting
4 Follow the onscreen instructions
Restoring Your Computer Software
2 Insert the first software restore CD into your drive
If you have problems with your Internet connection
Other Problems
Locating Your Product Serial Number
If you have a problem with a software program
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Apple System Profiler
Specifications
m Modem standards K56flex and
PowerBook Specifications
m Graphics controller ATI Mobility Radeon
m Up to thousands of colors 1792 x 1344, 1856 x 1392, and 1920 x
An external PAL video device or TV supports the following resolutions
Care, Use, and Safety Information
Cleaning Your PowerBook
Carrying Your PowerBook
Storing Your PowerBook
Using Your PowerBook
Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your Computer
Plugging In the Power Adapter
Connecting a Phone Line to the Internal Modem
General Safety Instructions
102 Appendix B
Ergonomics
For more information
External mouse
Built-in display
m Wavelength 658 nm m Power out of objective lens 6 mW
Laser on pickup unit when reading a CD
m Wavelength 790 nm m Power out of objective lens 3.3 mW
Laser on pickup unit when reading a DVD