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The illustration on the facing page shows all the equipment you will need toset up your computer and begin using it. Place your equipment on a sturdy,

10Chapter 1Connecting the modemYour modem is an expansion card already installed in the communication slotof your computer. It enables your computer t

3 To close the tray, push the tray in or press the Open/Close button.Your Macintosh recognizes the CD-ROM disc as a startup disk, and in a fewseconds

101Reinstalling Your Computer’s Software5When you see the “Welcome to Macintosh” message, release the C key.In a few seconds the desktop below appears

Reinstalling system software onlyWhen you use the Restore System Software program, only system software(all the Apple programs that run the computer)

4Click the Continue button, or press the Return key on your keyboard.Restoring begins. A status box appears and keeps you informed of progressduring t

Reinstalling all your original softwareIf you want to restore all your system software and application programsto the state they were in when you firs

4When you see a message that the software was restored successfully, click the Restartbutton while you press the Open/Close button on the CD-ROM tray.

106Copying files from theMacintosh Restore CD to your hard diskThe Macintosh Restore CD has a folder on it named Hard Disk Files. You cancopy any file

Protect the information on your hard diskIf your hard disk becomes damaged, you can use the Macintosh Restore CD toreinstall the software that came wi

109Consult this chapter if you experience problems using your computer.When you have questionsIf you want to know how to do a particular task with you

11Getting StartedYou can use any standard phone cord to connect your internal modemconnector to a phone jack. If you have only one phone jack, conside

Take your timeWhen you see an error message, you don’t have to take action immediately.The message stays on the screen until you click the OK (or Rest

If you need repair service, consult the service and support information thatcame with your computer for instructions on how to contact an Apple-author

4If your computer still doesn’t restart, turn it off by pressing the power button (I) on thefront of the computer. Wait at least 30 seconds, then turn

To rebuild the desktop of a startup disk, follow these steps:1 Open the Extensions Manager control panel by choosing Extensions Manager from theContro

Solutions to common problems with your computerThis section contains descriptions of problems you could experience withyour computer. Some problems ma

You inadvertently delete a program from your computer’s hard disk.You can replace any of the software that came with your computer bydragging it to th

If repairing the disk doesn’t help, follow the instructions in Chapter 8,“Reinstalling Your Computer’s Software,” to reinstall system software onyour

The hard disk icon does not appear on the desktop.If you don’t see a hard disk icon on the desktop, try the following:m Use the Drive Setup program to

Your Macintosh can’t read a floppy disk.If you see a message that a floppy disk is unreadable, try one of the following:m If the disk has never been u

To return to the Macintosh desktop, choose Shut Down from the Specialmenu. When your computer is off, restart the computer, then press theOpen/Close b

Turning th e computer on for the first timeTo tur n t h e computer on for the first time, follow these steps:1 Turn on your monitor.Note: You may not

You can’t start an application program or it quits unexpectedly. Or, when you try to opena program, you see a message that not enough memory is availa

A dialog box with a bomb appears.There is a software problem.m Write down what you were doing when the message appeared, and writedown the text of the

m If the problem only occurs in one application program, try reinstalling theprogram from the original disks. If reinstalling doesn’t solve the proble

Typing on the keyboard produces nothing on the screen.One of the following is probably the cause:m You haven’t selected any text or set the insertion

If the problem recurs, you may need to reinstall system software. SeeChapter 8, “Reinstalling Your Computer’s Software,” for instructions.m The keyboa

You experience problems using a document from a DOS computer.If you can’t open a DOS document using a Macintosh program, try thefollowing:m Open the d

You experience problems using an older Macintosh program.Some older Macintosh programs are not completely compatible withMacintosh computers that have

Your screen displays a right angle-bracket prompt (>).If you inadvertently press the x and Power keys at the same time, you mayget a right angle-br

Your computer starts up and you see large folder-shaped areas, containing labeledpictorial buttons, instead of the usual Macintosh desktop.m Your comp

If neither of these suggestions works, your CD-ROM drive may be damaged.Contact an Apple-authorized service provider or Apple for further assistance.Y

3Check to see what’s on your screen.The Launcher appears on screen as a large window, which you can use toview the names of some of the application pr

CD-ROM software is already installed on Macintosh computers that comewith CD-ROM drives. You can reinstall it by reinstalling your systemsoftware, fol

m The disc may need to be cleaned. (See “Handling CD-ROM Discs” in thesection “Handling Your Computer Equipment” in Appendix A.) If there arevisible s

Problems playing audio CDsYou don’t hear any sound when you play an audio CD or an audio track on a CD-ROMdisc using the AppleCD Audio Player.m If you

You insert an audio CD and it begins playing immediately.Your computer is set to automatically begin playing audio CDs when they areinserted. To turn

If your computer’s performance decreasesIf you notice a decrease in your computer’s speed and general performanceafter you install special software (a

Solving printer problemsThe following suggestions should work for all printers. (Also refer to themanual that came with the printer.)m Make sure that

Starting up from theMacintosh Restore CDTo tes t, repair, or initialize a hard disk, or to install system software on ahard disk, you need to start up

If you see the Macintosh desktop1Press the Open/Close button of your CD-ROM drive to open the CD-ROM tray.2Place the Macintosh Restore CDin the tray w

m Check the ID numbers of all SCSI equipment (anything connected to theSCSI port [g]) on your computer. Each device must have a unique IDnumber. The c

3 In the List of Drives, click the disk you want to test.4From the Functions menu, choose Test Disk.5When a message tells you that the testing is comp

14Chapter 14Now either go to the section “What’s Next?” later in this chapter or click the Launcher’scategory buttons to see the software titles avail

2Click the Disk First Aid icon in the Launcher to open the Disk First Aid program.3Click the icon of the disk you want to test. Disk icons appear in a

If Disk First Aid cannot correct the problemm Try repairing the disk again. Sometimes repeating the process correctsthe problem.m Use another disk rep

1 Start up your computer from the Macintosh Restore CD. See “Starting Up From the Macintosh Restore CD” earlier in this section.2Click the Drive Setup

14310Installing Expansion Cards and Additional MemoryThis appendix provides information about expansion cards and memory(including an optional cache)

Your computer supplies 40 watts (W) of power to the two PCI slots so youcan install either one 25-W card and one 15-W card, or two 15-W cards.Video DI

About memoryYou can have memory—dynamic random-access memory (DRAM), videomemory, or a cache—added to your computer in packages called Dual InlineMemo

You can increase your computer’s DRAM to a maximum of 160 MB byhaving an Apple-authorized dealer or service provider remove the preinstalledDRAM DIMM,

Cache configurationsA High Performance Module (256K level 2 cache) provides an overallincrease in your computer’s performance. If your computer doesn’

4 Remove the cover as pictured below.Lift the cover off the computer.Firmly grasp the back of the computer and push in on the rear panel with yourfing

5 To discharge static electricity from your body that could damage the components insidethe computer, touch the metal power supply case inside the com

15Getting StartedProblems turning on your computer?If the screen is dark, check these items to see if you can identifythe problem:m Is the computer pl

What you do next depends on whether you’re installing an expansion card ora memory, video, or cache DIMM. Skip to the section that pertains to the ite

2 Remove the PCI card from its static-proof bag.Hold the card by its edges to avoid touching any of its connectors.ConnectorsRemove the port cover.151

3Insert the PCI card into the PCI slot.Be sure to align any ports on the card with the port opening you uncoveredearlier. As you press the card firmly

4 Reinstall the screw you removed from the port cover earlier.5If you have memory or video DIMMs or a cache DIMM to install, refer to thoseinstruction

The communication slot and the cards that fit in it are often referred to as“Ap p l e Comm Slot II” or “CS II” devices. Be sure to use a card that is

To i n s t a ll a communication card in the communication slot follow these steps:1 To install a communication card in the bottommost slot, you may fi

2 Remove the internal modem card.3 Remove the communication card from its static-proof bag.Hold the card by its edges to avoid touching its connectors

5Check the external connector on your card, see which of the following two illustrationsmatches the card you have, and install the card according to t

If the card does not have a hook, simply pass the external connector throughthe opening in the vertical plate as shown. (Some cards have an externalco

8If you removed the video DIMM earlier, reinstall it now following the instructions in“Installing a Video DIMM,” later in this chapter.Note: After you

16Chapter 1What’s next?Congratulations! You’ve finished setting up your computer. Now continuewith one of the following steps:m If you are new to the

Removing a DRAM DIMMTo upgrade your computer to the maximum amount of memory, you maywant to replace the DRAM DIMM that comes preinstalled in your com

DRAM DIMM (Your DIMM’s shape andcomponents may vary.)Ejector (Your socket mayhave one or two ejectors.)While holding the DIMM along its sideedges, pre

Installing a DRAM DIMM1Push the ejector on the DRAM slot outward and down to open it.Your socket may have one or two ejectors.2With the ejector in the

DRAM DIMM (Your DIMM’s shape andcomponents may vary.)Ejector (Your slot may have one or twoejectors. They should be pushed outward anddown to be in th

3Push down on the DIMM until it snaps into place.The ejector automatically closes.4 Repeat steps 1–3 if you have other DRAM DIMMs to install.5If you h

2If you want to install a cache DIMM, proceed to “Installing a High Performance Module(Level 2 Cache DIMM),” next. If you are finished installing item

Installing a High Performance Module (Level 2 cache DIMM)1Align the notches in the cache DIMM (also called a cache module)with the small ribsinside th

Closing the computer1Slip the base of the logic board into the guide rails inside the computer’s case.2 Reinsert the three cover screws you removed ea

4 Reconnect the power cord.Your computer is now ready to turn on and use.WARNINGNever turn on your computer unless all of its internal andexternal par

169Appendix AHealth, Safety, and Maintenance TipsFor your own safety and that of your equipment, follow all the instructions inthis chapter. Keep thes

17Getting StartedLearning the basicsRead this section if you haven’t already gone through the Mouse Skillsprogram or the tutorials. These programs tea

Musculoskeletal discomfortAs with any activity that involves sitting for long periods of time, using acomputer can make your muscles sore and stiff. T

Eye fatigueEye fatigue can occur whenever the eyes are focused on a nearby object for along time. This problem occurs because the eye muscles must wor

You may have to raise your chair so your forearms and hands are at theproper angle to the keyboard. If this makes it impossible to rest your feetflat

Avoiding fatiguem Change your seated position, stand up, or stretch whenever you start to feeltired. Frequent short breaks are helpful in reducing fat

Safety instructionsFor your own safety and that of your equipment, always take the followingprecautions.Tur n off the computer completely and disconne

Handling your computer equipmentFollow these guidelines for handling your computer and its components:m When setting up your computer, place component

Handling the monitorFollow these procedures for handling a monitor:m Tu r n down the screen brightness control if you leave the computer turnedon fo

Handling floppy disksHandling CD-ROM discsKeep these important safety instructions in mind as you use CD-ROM discs:m Hold a disc by the edges or by on

m To avoid damage to your discs, keep these points in mind:Other important safety instructions to keep in mind as you use yourCD-ROM drive:m Position

The tray on your CD-ROM drive automatically closes when you shut downyour computer. You may want to open the tray and take out your CD-ROMdisc before

2Move the mouse so that the arrow (8) is over the picture of the particular tutorial youwant to take.If you don’t see the Tutorial Part 1, Tutorial Pa

Cleaning the monitorTo cl e a n the screen, put household glass cleaner on a soft cloth and wipethe screen.Cleaning the mouseThe mouse contains a smal

4Clean the three small rollers inside the mouse with a cotton swab moistened with water.Rotate the rollers to clean all around them.5Wipe the mouse ba

2Press down on the paper clip while you turn the ring clockwise.Tur n th e ring a very short distance, until it stops. When the recessed area onthe ri

2Press down on the paper clip while you turn the ring counterclockwise.Tur n th e ring a very short distance. When the recessed area on the ring islin

185Your computer keyboard contains certain special keys that typewriterkeyboards don’t have. Many of these keys allow you to give commands to thecompu

Special keys on Apple keyboards (continued)Control key In combination with other keys, this key provides shortcuts ormodifies other actions.Delete key

Typing special characters and symbolsYou can type a variety of international and other special symbols andcharacters (including characters with diacri

Note: If you see rectangles instead of diacritical marks on some of thepictures of keys in Key Caps, try pressing Option-x to see the diacriticalmarks

Special key combinationsIf difficulties with your mouse or computer don’t allow you to use standardmethods of quitting a program or restarting your co

Reviewing the basicsUse the following illustrations to review the elements on your screen withwhich you work on your computer.MenusThe strip across th

AAbout Apple Extras file 23accent marks, typing 189access cover for expansion slots 39ADB port. See Apple Desktop Bus(ADB) portadjustingkeyboard an

AppleTalk control panel 90–92AppleTalk network, configuringconnection to 90–92application icon 20, 112Application menu 19, 58, 59application progr

193Indexplaying 70sharing over network 72starting up from 116, 117, 124,136–137troubleshooting 66, 124, 129–133vibration of 65CD-ROM drive. See a

Control Panels (Apple menu) (continued)Macintosh Easy Open control panel 113Memory control panel 60, 62, 120Monitors & Sound control panel43–44,

Ethernet cables 84Ethernet cards 83–84Ethernet network, connecting to 80,83–89Ethernet transceivers 84, 88–89expansion cardsinstalling 150–159pur

Hhard diskbacking up 60connecting 48–53copying Macintosh Restore CD filesto 106icon does not appear on desktop 117initializing 141–142location of

internal hard disk. See hard diskinternal modem card 39, 156Internetconnecting to 74–76, 80description of 73–74what to do on 76–78Internet Protoco

microphonesApple PlainTalk Microphone x, 44–46built-in (monitor) 46–47troubleshooting 126modemconnecting 10–11external 11using to connect to Inte

Peripheral Component Interconnectcards. See PCI cardsPhoto CDsfile formats for 68, 69handling 177–178troubleshooting 133working with 70–72PlainTal

When you are ready to begin, follow these steps:1Make sure the voltage switch on the back of the computer is set for the kind of voltagesystem to whic

IconsIcons are small pictures that represent disks, programs, documents, andfolders. You can double-click any icon to open it and see what it contains

Restore All Software program 104–105Restore System Software program102–103restoringinformation on hard disk 61system software 101–106Return key 18

question mark icon appears duringstartup 98, 99, 115, 136troubleshooting 115–117stereo miniplug 41, 42, 47support 110–111support hotline 23switch

printer problems 135problems turning off computer 22problems turning on computer 15question mark icon 99, 115, 136rebuilding desktop 112–113, 117

Power MacintoshUser’s ManualIncludes setup, troubleshooting, and important health-relatedinformation for Power Macintosh 4400 series computers

K Apple Computer, Inc.© 1997 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part,

iiiCommunications regulation information viiLaser information viiiWelcome to Power Macintosh ix1Getting Started 1Connecting a moni

2Getting Help 25Getting answers to your questions 26Tips for using Macintosh Guide 33Identifying what’s on your computer screen 34

6Using Your Modem to Connect to the Internetor an Online Service 73About the Internet and its language 74Using your modem to connect to an I

10 Installing Expansion Cards and Additional Memory 143About expansion cards 143About memory 145Opening the computer 147Installing

Communications regulation informationFCC declaration of conformityThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the foll

21Getting StartedTurning th e computer offYou can turn off the computer either with the Power key on the keyboard orby choosing the Shut Down command

Industry Canada statementThis Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipmentregulations.Cet appareil numérique d

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Macintosh. Your computer isdesigned to give you the highest performance combined with real ease ofuse—it’s

xComputer power cordMonitor cable(sometimes built into the monitor)KeyboardApple PlainTalk Microphone (optional)MouseKeyboard cable(permanently attach

22Chapter 13While holding down the mouse button, move the arrow down the list of choices until thewords “Shut Down” are highlighted, then release the

Where to find answersWhen you have questions about using your Macintosh, there are severalplaces where you can look for answers.In the Guide menuThe G

25TheGuide menu contains online help and information and is your mainsource of information when working with your computer. The menu isidentified by a

Getting answers to your questionsWhen you have a question while working with your computer, you can getthe answer by choosing Macintosh Guide (or Mac

The Macintosh Guide window appears.Whenever you use Macintosh Guide, its window remains in front of otherwindows. If the window gets in your way, you

Getting answers with the Topics button1In the Macintosh Guide window, click the Topics button.A list of general topic areas appears on the left side o

3Click the question “How do I set the time and date?” and then click OK. Or double-clickthe question.A small window appears with instructions for you

Voltages for different locationsCountry Single voltageJapan 100South Korea 100/220Jamaica, Taiwan 110Peru 110/220Brazil, Lebanon 110–220Philippines 11

2Scroll through the alphabetical list until the term “background pattern” is visible.You can scroll through the list either by dragging the slider to

5 Read and follow the instructions in the window.Macintosh Guide provides step-by-step instructions to answer the questionyou selected. When you have

3Type “trash” in the text box, then click Search.When you click Search, a list of phrases and questions related to the word orphrase you typed appears

33Getting HelpTips for using Macintosh GuideHere are a few tips for using Macintosh Guide effectively:m Macintosh Guide is available only when you are

Identifying what’s on your computer screenSometimes you’ll see an unfamiliar item on the screen and ask yourself,“What’s that?” You can get an answer

Learning useful shortcutsYou can perform many tasks in the Finder more quickly if you use keyboardor mouse shortcuts. For example, instead of clicking

3 Read about the shortcuts available for the category you selected.Click the right arrow in the lower-right corner of the window to see the nextwindow

The illustrations on the next pages show the basic computer system you nowhave. So that you can expand your system’s capabilities, your computer hasex

Ports and connectors on the back of your computerApple Desktop BusVConnects your Macintosh to an input device, such as a (ADB) port keyboard or a trac

Access cover for Covers ports for optional Peripheral Component Interconnect expansion slots (PCI) slot expansion cards.Internal modem card The optio

4Chapter 13Plug the other end of the power cord into a three-hole grounded outlet or power strip.Choose a power outlet to which you have easy access.I

Connecting a printerYour computer has a printer port, which you use to connect a printer toyour computer.Follow the instructions that came with your p

About your computer’s sound ports and featuresThesound input port is marked with an icon of a microphone (≈). The soundoutput port is marked with an i

Connecting audio equipmentTo play or record sound with your Macintosh, you can attach a microphone ora pair of speakers.For instructions on connecting

5 Turn on the computer and the audio equipment.Yo u’re now ready to begin listening to and working with sound.You can adjust the volume using the Moni

Tip: You may prefer to set the Sound Out Level slider to about the middle ofthe slider bar. This way, when you adjust the volume later in other ways—t

To connect the microphone, follow the steps below.1Shut down the Macintosh.2Plug the microphone’s connector into the sound input port (≈) on the back

6Click the Sound Input pop-up menu and select External Microphone.7Click the close box in the upper-left corner of the Monitors & Sound control pa

4 In the Monitors & Sound control panel, mute your monitor’s built-in speakers.You may need to click a “Monitor Sound” icon at the top of the Moni

4Connect the speakers together with speaker wires, if necessary.Your finished connections should look something like this:5 Turn on the computer.Now y

You can connect several SCSI devices to the SCSI port by linking themtogether in a chain: the first device in the chain plugs into the SCSI port; thes

Connecting a monitorYou can connect many types of monitors to your Macintosh. To connect amonitor from a manufacturer other than Apple, refer to the i

The SCSI devices can be in any physical order in the chain; it is not necessaryto arrange them in numerical order.Make sure you use the right type and

Terminate the SCSI chain properlyTo ensure accurate transmission of information, a terminator must be at eachend of a SCSI chain. There is a built-in

Connecting a SCSI deviceBe sure to read the previous section, “Before You Connect a Device,” beforefollowing the instructions here. Use these general

5 Install any necessary device drivers (software that makes a device work with yourcomputer).Drivers usually come on a floppy disk with the device. (I

55Your computer came with a number of application programs already installed.You open these programs by clicking their buttons in the Launcher. TheApp

56Chapter 4m If a program malfunctions consistently, try installing a fresh copy. If thatdoesn’t help, find out from the software manufacturer whether

57Installing and Using Application ProgramsInstalling applications from a CD-ROM discSometimes you’ll install an application program on your internal

58Chapter 4IMPORTANTNever drag an entire CD-ROM disc icon to your hard disk.Copying the CD-ROM disc itself will take up most or all of the space on yo

59Installing and Using Application ProgramsSwitching applicationsYou can switch to another open application by choosing its name from theApplication m

3Plug in the monitor power cord.Be sure to plug the power cord into a three-hole grounded outlet or power strip.Monitor power cordMonitor power socket

IMPORTANTVirtual memory may keep some applications from running attheir best speed. Don’t turn on virtual memory unless you need to keepseveral applic

A helpful tip: A good way to remember which documents you have storedwhere is to print a copy of the items you’ve stored in a folder. For instructions

Using older Macintosh applicationsIf you experience problems using an older Macintosh application, it may beincompatible with your Macintosh. You may

This chapter provides information on the CD-ROM drive (also called a CD-ROM player). Refer to Appendix A, “Health, Safety, and MaintenanceTips,” for i

64Chapter 5Inserting a CD-ROM discFollow these instructions to insert a CD-ROM disc into your CD-ROM drive.Then follow the instructions provided with

65Using the Built-in CD-ROM Drive4Push the tray in, or press the Open/Close button, to close the tray.In a few moments, an icon for the CD-ROM disc ap

Ejecting a CD-ROM discFollow these instructions to open the CD-ROM drive tray and eject a CD-ROM disc from your computer.IMPORTANTYou may not be able

67Using the Built-in CD-ROM DriveUsing the CD-ROM discs that came with your computerSometimes you’ll install an application program on your internal h

IMPORTANTNever drag an entire CD-ROM disc icon to your hard disk.Copying the CD-ROM disc itself will take up most or all of the space on yourhard disk

m The High Sierra format, a predecessor of the ISO 9660 format.m Photo CDs.m Audio CDs.The software that lets you use discs with these file formats is

7Getting StartedConnecting the monitor cableAfter you plug in the monitor power cord, you connect the monitor cable tothe computer’s monitor port.To c

Playing audio CDsWith your CD-ROM drive and your computer’s built-in speaker, you can playaudio compact discs (CDs) or audio tracks on CD-ROM discs. Y

You can do many things with the images on your Photo CDs:m open and view the images individuallym view the images in a series, as you would view a sli

A note about resolutionWhen a Photo CD is created, its images are recorded at five different levels ofresolution. The higher the resolution, the more

73This chapter discusses how you use your Macintosh to connect to the fastestgrowing organization on earth: the online community. This communitygather

About the Internet and its languageThe Internet, or “Net” as it’s sometimes called, is a loosely knit federation ofcomputer networks that “speak” the

Connecting with the Apple Internet Connection KitAs the name implies, the facilities of an Internet Service Provider let you useyour computer to get o

What the connection software doesOnce you have selected a service that will get you to the Internet, you mustfirst establish a phone link with the ser

E-mailYou use electronic mail, or e-mail, to exchange information in much thesame way that you use paper mail, except that e-mail is faster and moreco

FTPYou can use File Transfer Protocol (FTP) software to transfer files to or fromother computers on the Internet. Many specialized computers known ass

79Any group of computers and other devices connected in order tocommunicate with each other constitutes a network. Some networks connectall their comp

8Chapter 1Connecting the mouse and keyboard1Plug the mouse cable into the recessed port on the back of the keyboard.The plug and the port are marked w

Your computer can be connected to several kinds of networks includingthe following:mLocalTalkTo connect to a LocalTalk network, you connect a LocalTal

Connecting to a LocalTalk networkTo connect your Macintosh to a LocalTalk network, you will need LocalTalkcables and a LocalTalk adapter. In most case

If you connect to the last computer in the network, you need to attach anetwork terminator to your LocalTalk adapter.If you are using the Apple LocalT

Connecting to an Ethernet networkEthernet is a cable system that lets your computer communicate with othercomputers much faster than it can with Local

m If your Ethernet card uses a PCI slot, follow the instructions in “Installinga PCI Card” in the section “Installing an Expansion Card” in Chapter 10

Connecting to a twisted-pair Ethernet networkFollow this procedure to connect your Macintosh to an Ethernet network thatuses twisted-pair cable. (You

3Plug the other end of the twisted-pair patch cord into an RJ-45 wall outlet that isconnected to a twisted-pair Ethernet network.4Configure your netwo

1Shut down your Macintosh.2Attach one end of a thin coaxial cable to the T-connector that came with your card.Don’t attach the T-connector to your com

5If you are adding your computer somewhere in the middle of the network, lock theunattached network cable to your T-connector. Otherwise, lock a termi

3Plug the transceiver cable from the Ethernet transceiver into the standard AUI port onthe Apple Ethernet AUI Adapter.4Plug the adapter’s power cord i

9Getting Started3Plug the keyboard cable into the port marked with the Vicon on the back of the computer.Some monitors have a port to which you can co

Configuring your network connectionAfter you physically connect your computer to a LocalTalk or Ethernetnetwork, you need to configure your network co

2Double-click the AppleTalk icon to open it.The AppleTalk control panel opens.3Move the pointer to the “Connect via” pop-up menu (if available) and ch

6 To save your changes, click the Save button.Your changes take effect immediately; you do not have to restart yourcomputer.Getting more information a

Before you beginTo configure your connection, you need to know the types of servers used onthe network, your Internet Protocol (IP) address, and your

4 Use the Configure pop-up menu to choose a configuration method.If you are connected using Ethernet, the pop-up menu looks like this:If you are conne

5If you are configuring your network connection manually, type the information providedby your network administrator or Internet service provider into

Getting more information about the TCP/IP control panelMacintosh Guide contains information about additional capabilities availablein the TCP/IP contr

978Reinstalling Your Computer’s SoftwareSystem software is the set of programs and other files that your computer usesto start itself up, keep track o

If your hard disk already has system software installed on it but there is aproblem with the disk or the software, you may see this icon in the middle

99Reinstalling Your Computer’s SoftwareThe “If You Still Have Problems” section at the end of this chapter tellsyou what to do if the CD-ROM disc does