User manual APPLE IMAC G3 2000

[. . . ] Double-click a folder to open it. Application Applications are software programs (such as a game or word processor) that you use with your computer. Double-click an application's icon to open the application. Document Documents are files that you create with an application (such as a letter you create with your word processor). Double-click the icon to open the file in the application used to create it. 5 How do I find something on the Internet? If you know the Internet address, you can go there directly. 2 Type the Internet address and press Return on your keyboard. 1 Double-click "Browse the Internet" to open your Web browser. 6 Or you can search the Internet with Sherlock 2. 2 . Type what you want to find and click the Search button ( ). Then double-click an item in the list of sites. Click the other buttons to find people, read the news, shop, and more. 1 Choose Search Internet from the File menu. 7 How can I get started on the World Wide Web? These Apple Web sites will help you get the most out of your computer. www. apple. com/guide For great hardware and software products for your Mac, check this Web site or look for the Mac symbol. www. apple. com/support Product support, software updates, and technical information www. apple. com/store Purchase the latest Apple hardware, software, and accessories. . [. . . ] You may also need to select the specific printer in the "Connect to" window. Important After ejecting a disc manually, restart the computer. You must restart to enable the drive to eject discs. If you can't eject a CD or DVD: If you have a problem with a USB device: Make sure there isn't a software conflict. Make sure the disc is not in use. m Quit all applications that are using files on the disc. m Then press the Eject key ( ) at the top-right corner of the keyboard. m If that doesn't work, restart the computer, then hold down the mouse button. To restart, choose Restart from the Special menu. m Many USB devices work automatically with Apple's USB software. If you installed the software that came with the device, open the Extensions Manager control panel and turn off the software extensions that came with the device. m If that doesn't work, contact the manufacturer of the device to make sure the device and software are compatible with your computer. 24 If you have a problem with a third-party software program: First, make sure the mouse and keyboard are connected. If the Apple Pro Mouse isn't responding properly: m Unplug and then plug in the connectors and make sure they are secure. If that doesn't work, try using the mouse on another surface, like a mouse pad or a notebook. Make sure the software is compatible with your version of system software. m See the documentation that came with the software. You can check the version of system software you have by choosing About This Computer from the Apple menu. If you have a problem with your dialup Internet connection: m Non-reflective, opaque surfaces without repetitive patterns work best. If you run out of room and want to keep the mouse clicked while you lift it: First, make sure the telephone line is properly connected to your computer. m Wait a while, then try connecting again. m Click the mouse, then squeeze the sides with your thumb and fingers and lift the mouse. If the mouse clicks too easily or not easily enough: If that doesn't work, make sure your Internet settings are configured correctly. m Choose Mac Help from the Help menu. There you can find out how to locate and change your Internet settings. m If you're not sure of the correct information for your Internet settings, contact your Internet service provider. m Turn the ring on the bottom of the mouse to adjust the tension of the click. Turn the ring to 1 for greater tension, 2 for medium tension, or 3 for less tension. For the latest troubleshooting information, go to the Apple Support Web site at www. apple. com/support 25 How do I add memory and an AirPort Card? For detailed instructions, refer to Mac Help (see page 20). Before installing: m shut down the computer m unplug all cables, except the power cord m place the computer face down on a soft cloth 2 . Touch the metal shield inside the recessed latch area. Then unplug the power cord. Touch this metal before you touch any parts inside the computer. Don't walk around the room until you've finished installing memory or an AirPort Card. 1 Open the access door using a coin to turn the latch. 3 To install memory, insert a memory module into one of the two lower slots. Be sure to align the notches on the module with the small notches inside the slot. . 26 Close the access door and use a coin to close the latch. . Never turn your computer on unless all of its internal and external parts are in place. 4 5 To install an AirPort Card, detach the antenna from the guide rail, then remove the protective plastic cap. Connect the antenna firmly to the AirPort Card and insert the card sideways into the slot. . For instructions on using the AirPort software, look in the Help Center, available in the Help menu. 6 . You must have an AirPort-compatible iMac to install an AirPort Card. If you don't see the guide rail, your iMac is not compatible with AirPort. 27 How do I work comfortably? Mouse m Position the mouse at the same height as your keyboard. Allow adequate space to use the mouse comfortably. The guidelines in this section can help you work more comfortably with your computer. For detailed information about ergonomics, see Apple's Environmental Health and Safety Web site at www. apple. com/about/ergonomics Keyboard Chair m An adjustable chair that provides firm, comfortable support is best. Adjust the height of the chair so your thighs are horizontal and your feet flat on the floor. [. . . ] If you suspect the power supply needs service, contact your Apple-authorized dealer or service provider. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Apple has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. The ENERGY STAR® program is a partnership with office product equipment manufacturers to promote energy efficiency. Reducing energy consumption of office products saves money and reduces pollution by eliminating wasted energy. Warning Do not attempt to access the high-voltage area or power supply. If you suspect the power supply needs service, contact your Apple-authorized dealer or service provider. 31 Where's the fine print? High-risk activities warning Communications, telephone, and modem regulation information For information on FCC regulations, radio and television interference, and telephone and modem information related to this product, see the files in the Communications Regulations folder, inside the Apple Extras folder on your hard disk. Camera information This computer system is not intended for use in the operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or communications systems, or air traffic control machines, or for any other uses where the failure of the computer system could lead to death, personal injury, or severe environmental damage. Laser information Warning The DV camera pictured on page 16 of this manual is not included with this product. [. . . ]