Getting Started With Your PowerBook Includes setup information for Macintosh PowerBook G3 Series computers
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Contents Plugging in the Computer 6 Opening the Display 7 Turning the Computer On 8 Moving Items on the Screen 9 Adjusting the Internal Display 10 What’s Next? 11 Accessing the Internet 11 Basic Features of Your Macintosh PowerBook 12 Additional Features of Your Macintosh PowerBook 14 Learning How to Do More With Your PowerBook 16 Using the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive to Install or Run Programs 18 What to Do When You Are Finished Working 20 Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your Computer 21 General S
1 Getting Started With Your PowerBook Your Macintosh PowerBook has been designed so that you can set it up quickly and start using it right away. If you have never used a PowerBook or are new to Macintosh computers, read this section for instructions on getting started, an overview of PowerBook features, and where to get more information. If you are an experienced user, you may already know enough to get started.
Plugging in the Computer Plugging in the power adapter recharges the computer’s battery. You should plug in the power adapter in case the battery has been drained during shipping or storage. 1 Plug one end of the power cord into the power adapter and the other end into an outlet. 2 Plug the power adapter plug into the power adapter port (marked with the icon ¯) on the back of the computer.
Opening the Display 1 Push the display release button. 2 Open the display and position it at a comfortable viewing angle.
Turning the Computer On To turn on the computer, press the Power button (®) above the keyboard. ® Power button ® You should hear a tone when you turn on the computer. It takes the computer a few moments to start up. As the computer starts up, several messages appear on the screen. Problems Turning the Computer On? Nothing happens when you press the Power button. m The battery may be drained.
Moving Items on the Screen You use your PowerBook trackpad to move items and select items on the screen, much as you use a mouse with a desktop computer. To move the arrow pointer on the screen, slide your finger across the trackpad. To select, click, or double-click an item on the screen, use the trackpad button. ® Trackpad Trackpad button The trackpad is sensitive to how quickly you move your finger. To move the pointer a short distance across the screen, move your finger slowly across the trackpad.
Adjusting the Internal Display Before you begin working with your new PowerBook, you may need to adjust your display so that items on the screen are easy to see. Adjusting the Brightness Use the keys labeled with the ¤ icon to adjust screen brightness. ¤ Brightness controls ® Adjusting the Display Resolution You can increase the size of images on your display by switching from the standard resolution to a scaled resolution. Click the Resolution icon in the Control Strip.
What’s Next? Your PowerBook is now ready for use.
Basic Features of Your Macintosh PowerBook You can find information on using these and other features of your Macintosh PowerBook in the Help Center on your computer.
Sleep indicator Blinking green light indicates when the PowerBook is in sleep. ® Power button Turns your PowerBook on and off. Microphone Record sounds directly to your PowerBook hard disk with this built-in microphone. ¤ Brightness controls Increase or decrease the brightness of your PowerBook display. - Volume controls Increase or decrease the volume of the sound coming from the built-in speakers and sound output port.
Additional Features of Your Macintosh PowerBook Battery with LED status lights ¯ √ G 1 ¯ Power PC Card slot g 2 √ ™ - G Æ adapter port G Ethernet port 14 G - g ™ W Internal modem port W 1 Infrared window 2 input port output port PC Card eject button Keyboard locking screw (10/100Base-T ) √ Sound - Sound ™ W USB ports (2) W Æ g g SCSI port Æ External TV (HDI-30) out port (S-video) ™ External video port Reset button
™ External video port Connect to any external monitor or projection device with a VGA-style connector or to any older Macintosh monitor using the included adapter. Æ External TV out port (S-video) Connect your PowerBook to a television, VCR, or other video device. G Ethernet port (10/100 Base-T) Connect to a high-speed 10/100Base-T Ethernet network.
Learning How to Do More With Your PowerBook About Your PowerBook Look here for details about your computer. Find out how to use features, connect equipment, install memory, and more. 16 Mac OS Help Search Look here to learn how to use your computer. Find out how to connect to the Internet, set up printing, and find out what’s new in the Mac OS. If you’re not sure where to look, type a question and click Search.
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Using the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive to Install or Run Programs All the necessary software to use your computer and connect to the Internet is already installed on your PowerBook. ( You only need to use the PowerBook CD that came with your computer if you are having problems and need to reinstall system software.) However, if you purchased additional software with your PowerBook, you can install or run the programs using the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM expansion bay drive.
3 Place a disc in the tray, with the label facing up. Make sure the disc is lying flat in the tray and is seated firmly on the spindle. ® Insert the disc, label side up. Note: CD-ROM and DVD-ROM drives have small locks on the drive spindle that securely hold the disc in place. When inserting a disc over these locks, you may need to apply additional pressure. Place the hole in the center of the disc directly over the drive spindle and press down until you feel the disc lock into place.
What to Do When You Are Finished Working When you have finished working with your PowerBook, you have two options. Put Your PowerBook to Sleep If you are only going to be away from your PowerBook for a short period of time, put the computer to sleep. When the computer is in sleep, you can quickly wake it and bypass the startup process. When the computer is in sleep, its screen is dark and appears to be off and a small green light flashes on the case.
Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your Computer Plugging In the Power Adapter Warning Use only the power adapter that came with your Macintosh PowerBook computer. Adapters for other electronic devices (including other Macintosh PowerBook models and other portable computers) may look similar, but they may damage your computer. If your power adapter came equipped with a three-wire grounding plug (a plug that has a third grounding pin), then this plug will fit only a grounded AC outlet.
General Safety Instructions For your own safety and that of your equipment, always take the following precautions.
Cleaning the Computer Case To clean the case, do the following: 1 Disconnect the power plug and remove the main battery. (Pull the plug, not the cord.) 2 Wipe the surfaces lightly with a clean, soft cloth dampened with water. Warning Do not use any substance containing isopropyl alcohol. It can damage the case.
Communications Regulation Information FCC Declaration of Conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. See instructions if interference to radio or television reception is suspected.
VCCI Class B Statement Notify Your Telephone Company Some telephone companies require that you notify the local business office when you hook up a modem to their lines. Information You Need in the United States The internal modem complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the back of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN). If requested, provide this information to your telephone company.
Information You Need in Canada The Industry Canada (IC) label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational, and safety requirements. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to a user’s satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, make sure that you are permitted to connect to the facilities of the local telecommunications company.
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For calls that are automatically generated, a total of three call attempts are allowed to a telephone number, with a minimum period between calls of 2 seconds. If the call does not connect after three attempts, 30 minutes must expire before automatic redialing may be initiated. Failure to set the modem (and any associated communications software) to the above settings may result in the modem being non-compliant with Australian telecommunications standards.
Laser Information Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified in your equipment’s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Warning Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet containing the laser. The laser beam used in this product is harmful to the eyes. The use of optical instruments, such as magnifying lenses, with this product increases the potential hazard to your eyes. For your safety, have this equipment serviced only by an Apple-authorized service provider.
