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Software Installation
Installation on a Mac OS X
Pre-installation checklist
ZHardware and software requirements
To run this software, you must have the hardware and software described below. Check your system before you begin the
installation.
*1PowerPC, Intel processor loaded
*2Models with a USB port as a standard feature
*3Required to use the FinePix Internet Service. The software can still be installed even if you do not have an Internet
connection.
CAUTION
• Connect the camera directly to the Macintosh using the USB cable (mini-B). The software may not operate correctly if you use an
extension cable or connect the camera via a USB hub.
• Push the USB connector fully into the socket to ensure that it is securely connected. The software may not operate correctly if the
connection is faulty.
• Additional USB interface board is not guaranteed.
Compatible Mac*1
Power Macintosh G3*2, PowerBook G3*2,
Power Macintosh G4, iMac, iBook,
Power Macintosh G4 Cube, PowerBook G4, Power Macintosh G5,
MacBook, MacBook Pro, or Mac mini
Operating System Mac OS X (compatible with version 10.3.9 to 10.4.8)
RAM 192 MB minimum
Minimum 768 MB when converting CCD-RAW Data
Hard disk space
Amount required for installation: 200 MB minimum
Amount required for operation: 400 MB minimum
(When using ImageMixer VCD2 LE for FinePix: 2 GB or better)
Minimum 2 GB when converting CCD-RAW Data (required on the system disk)
Display 800 × 600 pixels or better, at least 32,000 colors
(When using ImageMixer VCD2 LE for FinePix: 1024 × 768 pixels or better)
Internet connection*3
• To use the FinePix Internet Service or mail attachment function:
An Internet connection or e-mail transmission software is needed
• Connection speed: 56 k or better recommended
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