User's Manual

5
Setting Up Your Computer to Use AirPort
Step 1: Do You Need to Install the AirPort Card?
If you ordered your AirPort Card with your new computer, the AirPort Card is already
installed. If the AirPort Card came in a separate kit, you need to install it yourself. Instructions
for installing the AirPort Card are in the manual that came with your computer. You can also
find them on the Apple Support Web site at www.apple.com/support
The AirPort Card is not a standard PC Card. If you are installing an AirPort Card in a
PowerBook computer, follow the installation instructions in the manual that came with your
PowerBook. Don’t install the AirPort Card in your PowerBook’s PC Card slot.
Do I need to know the AirPort ID of my AirPort Card?
If you are going to use your computer on a large AirPort network, such as in a school or
office, you may need to provide the AirPort ID (sometimes known as the MAC address) of
your AirPort Card to your network administrator. Your network administrator can use the
AirPort ID to provide an extra level of security for the network. The AirPort ID is 12
characters printed on a label on the AirPort Card. You can also find your AirPort ID this way:
m In Mac OS X, choose AirPort from the Configure pop-up menu of the Network pane of
System Preferences, and click the AirPort tab.
m In Mac OS 9, open the AirPort application, located in the AirPort folder in the Apple Extras
folder, inside the Applications (Mac OS 9) folder on your hard disk. Then click the
Settings arrow.
Do I need to install an AirPort antenna?
No. The antenna used by the AirPort Card is already built into your computer.
Warning
The AirPort Card has been designed so that you can install it yourself. If, after
reading the instructions, you feel uncomfortable about installing the card, you can have an
Apple-authorized service provider install it for you. If you follow the instructions, you
should not be concerned about damaging your computer. However, if you do attempt to
install the AirPort Card yourself, any damage you may cause to your equipment will not be
covered by the limited warranty on your computer. See an Apple-authorized dealer or
service provider for additional information about this or any other warranty question.
Consult the service and support information that came with your computer for instructions
on how to contact an Apple-authorized service provider or Apple for service.
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