User manual APPLE IBOOK G3

[. . . ] iBook User's Guide Manuel de l'utilisateur Benutzerhandbuch Manual del usuario Manuale Utente Guia do Usuário Gebruikershandleiding Handbok Brukerhåndbok Brugerhåndbog Käsikirja · · · · · · · · · · · · To get started using your iBook, plug in the power adapter and connect a phone cord from a wall jack to the modem port. Then press the power button and follow the onscreen guide to connect to the Internet. Read on to learn more about using your iBook: 2 4 8 Your iBook at a glance Mac OS X basics What you can do with your iBook 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 30 34 36 Listen to music on your computer or on the go Make your own movie or watch a movie on DVD Search the Internet Get more out of the Internet Send and receive email Organize, plan, and create Keep your iBook's software up-to-date Learn more and solve problems Install memory and an AirPort Card Work more comfortably Safety and cleaning 1 Your iBook at a glance Your computer has these built-in features: Volume and brightness controls Adjust sound volume and screen brightness. Built-in microphone Record sound or control your computer with spoken commands. Two built-in stereo speakers Listen to music, movies, games, and multimedia. ® Power button Turn your computer on, put it to sleep, or shut it down. [. . . ] Choose Mac Help from the Help menu and type "install system software" for more information. m Hold the Power button for several seconds. When the computer turns off, press the Power button again to restart it. m If that doesn't work, hold down the Control and Command (x) keys and then press the Power button. m If that doesn't work, gently press the Reset ( ) button by inserting the end of a paper clip into the small hole above the audio/video port, wait a few seconds, and then press the Power (®) button. If you see a flashing question mark during startup: If the computer doesn't start up after a delay, hold down the Option key and restart your computer. m When your computer starts up, click the hard disk icon, then click the arrow. Then do this: After the computer starts up: Then do this: If the problem occurs frequently when you use a particular application: m Open System Preferences and click Startup Disk. Select a local Mac OS X System folder. If the problem occurs frequently: m Check with the application's manufacturer to see if it is compatible with your computer. m For support and contact information about the software that came with your computer, go to www. apple. com/guide m You may need to reinstall your system software. Choose Mac Help from the Help menu and type "install system software" for more information. 27 If the computer won't turn on or start up: First, make sure the power adapter is plugged into the computer and into a functioning power outlet. If that doesn't work, reset your password. m Your battery may need to be recharged. One to four lights glow indicating the battery's level of charge. If that doesn't work or if you hear a strange sound during startup: m Insert the Mac OS X software install CD that came with your computer. When the Installer appears, choose Reset Password from the Installer menu and follow the onscreen instructions. m If you recently installed additional memory, make sure that it is correctly installed. Try removing the memory; if the computer starts up normally, the memory is not compatible with your computer. m If that doesn't work, gently press the Reset ( ) button by inserting the end of a paper clip into the small hole above the audio/video port, wait a few seconds, and then press the Power (®) button. m See the service and support information that came with your iBook for information on having your computer serviced. If you can't eject a CD or DVD or open the optical drive tray: Make sure the disc is not in use. If you can't log into your computer: Make sure you are typing your user name and password correctly. m Quit all applications that are using files on the disc. m Then press the Media Eject ( ) key at the top-right corner of the keyboard. m If that doesn't work, hold down the function (fn) key and press the Media Eject key. m If that doesn't work, restart the computer, then hold down the mouse button. To restart, choose Restart from the Apple (K) menu. If the disc still won't eject, eject it manually: m Make sure you are using the same capitalization and punctuation that you used originally. Check to see if the Caps Lock key has been pressed. m Carefully insert the end of a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole on the drive tray. 28 Other problems: If you have a problem with your Internet connection: If you have a problem with an application: m Make sure the telephone line is connected to the modem (W) port and the line is functioning properly. If that doesn't work, make sure your Internet settings are configured correctly. m For problems with software, contact the software manufacturer. m For support and contact information about the software that came with your computer, go to www. apple. com/guide If you didn't find the information you were looking for on this page: m Open the Internet Connect application in the Applications folder to check your dialup or AirPort settings. Open System Preferences and click Network to check your Internet settings. m If you're not sure of the correct information for your Internet settings, contact your Internet service provider. If you have a problem connecting other devices: m Look in Mac Help. Click the Finder icon in the Dock, then choose Mac Help from the Help menu. Type a question in the search window (for example, type "How do I eject a disc?") and click Ask. If you suspect there may be a problem with your computer hardware: m Make sure that the device is properly connected. [. . . ] Never push objects of any kind into this product through the openings in the case. Doing so may result in fire or a dangerous electric shock. 36 For your own safety and that of your equipment, always disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the cord), disconnect the phone line, and remove the battery if any of the following conditions exists: m you want to remove any parts (leave the power cord disconnected as long as the keyboard is open) m the power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged m you spill something into the case m your computer is exposed to rain or any other excess moisture m your computer has been dropped or the case has been otherwise damaged m you suspect that your computer needs service or repair m you want to clean the case (use only the recommended procedure) Important Warning To avoid damage to your computer, Apple recommends that only an Apple-certified technician install additional RAM or an AirPort Card. Consult the service and support information that came with your computer for instructions on how to contact an Appleauthorized service provider or Apple for service. If you attempt to install additional RAM or an AirPort Card yourself, any damage you may cause to your equipment will not be covered by the limited warranty on your computer. [. . . ]