Apple PowerBook G4 17-inch User's Guide

PowerBook G4 17-inch User’s Guide Includes setup, expansion, and troubleshooting information for your PowerBook G4 computer LL3140.book Page 1 Th

10 Chapter 1 Getting Started Setting UpYour PowerBook is designed so that you can set it up quickly and start using it right away. Step 1: Plug In

100 Laser InformationDo not attempt to disassemble the cabinet containing the laser. The laser beam used in this product is harmful to the eyes.

101Telephone Line ProblemsIf your telephone doesn’t work, there may be a problem with your telephone line. Disconnect the modem to see if the pro

102 L’abonné ne doit pas oublier qu’il est possible que la conformité aux conditions énoncées ci-dessus n’empêche pas la dégradation du service d

103This modem must be properly secured in order for you to use it. Telecommunications network voltages exist inside the computer and the telecomm

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105IndexIndexAabout your battery 19AC cord 23AC plug 10, 23adjusting your display 22AirPort Extremeantenna window 7base station 42card 41

106 Index two computers 37USB printers 34VCR 48videocameras 36wirelessly 41conserving battery power 96controlsbrightness 7keyboard 7volume 7D

Index 107 installing 57screwdriver required 58specifications 57microphone 7, 44mirroring 46modem 13, 44cable 79DSL 79monitoringa printer 28mo

108 Index an application 32the computer 18storingyour PowerBook 74Sudden Motion Sensor 45SuperDrive 7, 48S-video out port 45System Preferences

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Chapter 1 Getting Started 11 You can write information from your ISP or network administrator on these pages, then enter it in Setup Assistant.To s

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12 Chapter 1 Getting Started The information below is optional. Ask your ISP or system administrator if you need it. DNS servers Domain name Pro

Chapter 1 Getting Started 13 Note: If you’ve used the Setup Assistant to transfer information from an older Macintosh and you want to use Setup As

14 Chapter 1 Getting Started To connect to a DSL or cable modem or an Ethernet network:m Connect the cable to your DSL or cable modem as shown in t

Chapter 1 Getting Started 15 Step 4: Turn On Your PowerBookWith your setup information gathered, you’re ready to start up your computer. Setup Ass

16 Chapter 1 Getting Started 2 Use your PowerBook trackpad to select and move items on the screen, much as you use a mouse with a desktop computer.

Chapter 1 Getting Started 17 Â To select, click, or double-click an item on the screen, use the trackpad button.For tips on using the trackpad, see

18 Chapter 1 Getting Started  Press the Power button (®) and click Sleep in the dialog that appears on the screen.To wake the computer: If the di

Chapter 1 Getting Started 19 Calibrating Your BatteryTo get the longest running time from your PowerBook battery, complete the following steps duri

K Apple Computer, Inc.© 2005 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, w

20 Chapter 1 Getting Started What If I Have More Questions?Mac OS HelpMost of the information about using your Macintosh is available right on your

2 212 The BasicsThis chapter introduces important basics about your PowerBook that you’ll want to know. Getting to Know Your New PowerBookBecause

22 Chapter 2 The Basics Adjusting Your DisplayOnce you begin working with your new PowerBook, you may need to adjust your display so that the scree

Chapter 2 The Basics 23 You can choose scaled resolutions of 1152 x 768 or smaller from the Displays pane of System Preferences. When you switch to

24 Chapter 2 The Basics Use only the AC cord that came with your power adapter. Make sure to push the power plug snugly into the power adapter port

Chapter 2 The Basics 25 Using the KeyboardYour PowerBook keyboard has a numeric keypad incorporated in the standard keyboard keys. Keys used for th

26 Chapter 2 The Basics You can turn off the keyboard illumination feature in the Keyboard & Mouse pane of System Preferences or by pressing th

Chapter 2 The Basics 27 Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your PreferencesYou can quickly make your desktop look the way you want using System P

28 Chapter 2 The Basics Using ApplicationsYour PowerBook comes with software applications, including the iLife suite of applications, for doing thi

Chapter 2 The Basics 29 4 Choose the type of connection for your printer (for example, USB, AppleTalk, and so on) from the pop-up menu.To add a USB

3 1 Contents Chapter 1 5 Getting Started6 Basic Features of Your PowerBook 8 Additional Features of Your PowerBook 10 Setting Up 17 How Do I T

30 Chapter 2 The Basics Keeping Your Software Up to DateYou can connect to the Internet and automatically download and install the latest free soft

Chapter 2 The Basics 31 Connecting to a NetworkIf you want to connect your PowerBook to an Ethernet network or a wireless network, see “Ethernet (1

32 Chapter 2 The Basics  You can connect to an AirPort Extreme 802.11g or 802.11b wireless network to transfer files. For more information, see “A

3 333 Using Your ComputerYour PowerBook has many built-in features and connection capabilities that you can customize and expand to fit your need

34 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Universal Serial Bus (USB)Your PowerBook comes with two USB 2.0 ports (d), also referred to as Hi-Speed USB, which

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 35 Using Multiple USB Devices at the Same TimeYou can purchase a USB hub to connect multiple USB devices to your comp

36 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer FireWireYour computer has one FireWire 400 and one FireWire 800 port (H). With FireWire, you can easily connect an

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 37 Using FireWire DevicesTo use a FireWire device with your computer, connect the device to the computer and install

38 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer For More Information on FireWireAdditional information on FireWire is available in Mac OS Help. Choose Help > M

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 39 Inserting and Ejecting a PC CardWhen inserting a PC Card, make sure the label is facing up and the card is level.

4 Contents 44 Using Your Modem 44 Connecting Speakers and Audio Devices 45 Sudden Motion Sensor 45 External Video Support (DVI, VGA, and S-Video) 48

40 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer  Transfer files between computers, even Mac to PC, using the transfer utility. Apple still recommends the use of

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 41 To send a file to a Bluetooth enabled device:1 Open the Bluetooth File Exchange application, located in Applicatio

42 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer How AirPort Extreme Provides Wireless Internet AccessWith AirPort Extreme, you set up a wireless connection to a d

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 43 Ethernet (10/100/1000Base-T)Your computer comes with built-in 10/100/1000 megabit per second (Mbit/s) twisted-pair

44 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Using Your ModemYour computer comes with an Apple 56K v.92 modem installed. To connect the modem, plug one end of

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 45 The volume controls on your keyboard allow you to easily change volume. You can also access these controls from th

46 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer If the device you want to connect has a composite port rather than an S-video port, you can use the S-video-to-com

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 47 3 Connect the display cable to your PowerBook. Your PowerBook automatically detects the external display.4 Adjust

48 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Connecting a Television, VCR, or Other Video DeviceTo connect a TV, VCR, or other video device to the PowerBook:1

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 49 Inserting a CD or DVD DiscTo install or use programs from a CD or DVD disc:1 With the computer turned on, insert t

1 5 1 Getting Started Your PowerBook is a full-featured notebook computer. Important: Read all the installation instructions and safety inf

50 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Playing DVD DiscsTo play a DVD-Video disc on your PowerBook, insert the DVD disc. DVD Player opens automatically.

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 51 Recording Information on a DVDYou can record your own digital movies on a blank recordable DVD disc. You can also

52 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer If your battery runs low while you are working, you can put your PowerBook to sleep and replace the battery with a

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 53 Removing and Replacing the BatteryTo remove the battery:m Shut down your PowerBook. Turn it over and locate the ba

54 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Charging a BatteryWhen the power adapter that came with your computer is connected, the battery recharges whether

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 55 To further save battery power, select the following options in the Energy Saver pane of System Preferences:Â Set y

56 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer For More Information on Security OptionsAdditional information on the software security features of your PowerBook

4 574 Adding Memory to Your ComputerThis chapter provides information and instructions for installing additional memory in your PowerBook. Instal

58 Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your Computer To install additional memory:1 Shut down your computer. Disconnect the power adapter, phone cord, and a

Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your Computer 59 4 Touch a metal surface inside the computer to discharge any static electricity from your body.5 If you

6 Chapter 1 Getting Started Basic Features of Your PowerBook®Built-in speaker® Power buttonAirPort Extreme/Bluetoothantenna windowAirPort Extre

60 Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your Computer 6 Insert the memory card at a 30-degree angle. Line up the notch in the card with the small tab in the

Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your Computer 61 8 Replace the memory door and make sure it is lying flat before screwing it into place.9 Replace the ba

62 Chapter 4 Adding Memory to Your Computer Making Sure Your Computer Recognizes the New MemoryAfter installing additional memory in your PowerBook

5 635 TroubleshootingIf you have a problem working with your PowerBook, check here first for solutions and advice. When you experience a problem,

64 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting  If you are unable to force the application to quit, press and hold the Power button (®) for a few seconds to shut do

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 65 Â If you recently installed additional memory, make sure that it is correctly installed and that it is compatible with

66 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting  Make sure you are within antenna range of the other computer or the network’s access point by checking the AirPort E

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 67 Reinstalling the Software That Came With Your ComputerUse the software install discs that came with your computer to r

68 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 5 Follow the onscreen instructions.6 After selecting the destination disk for installation, continue following the ons

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 69 Installing Xcode ToolsTo install just the Xcode Tools, which are intended for software developers to use, follow these

Chapter 1 Getting Started 7 For additional information about AirPort Extreme or your optical drive, see Chapter 3, “Using Your Computer,” on pa

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71AAppendixA SpecificationsYou can use System Profiler to find out detailed information about your PowerBook, such as the amount of built-in mem

72 Appendix A Specifications Battery Output: DC 10.8 V Capacity: 58 WHrAdditional information is available on the Internet at www.apple.com/pow

73BAppendixB Safety, Use, and Care InformationRead this important PowerBook safety and maintenance information.Safety Instructions for Setting U

74 Appendix B Safety, Use, and Care Information Using Your PowerBookWhen using your PowerBook or when charging the battery, it is normal for the bo

Appendix B Safety, Use, and Care Information 75 General Safety InstructionsFor your own safety and that of your equipment, always take the followin

76 Appendix B Safety, Use, and Care Information BatteryAvoid Hearing DamageApple and the EnvironmentApple Computer, Inc., recognizes its responsibi

Appendix B Safety, Use, and Care Information 77 Use a light touch when typing or using the trackpad and keep your hands and fingers relaxed. Avoid

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79CAppendixC Connecting to the InternetYou can use your computer to browse the World Wide Web, send email to friends and family, and chat in rea

8 Chapter 1 Getting Started Additional Features of Your PowerBook®®Poweradapter portPC Card slotSecurityslot¯d USB 2.0 portd USB 2.0 portW

80 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet Before You Connect to the InternetTo use the Internet, you need an account with an Internet service provid

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 81 Gathering the Information You NeedYou can write the information you get from your Internet service provide

82 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet The information below is optional. Ask your ISP or system administrator if you need it. DNS servers Doma

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 83 3 Choose Network Port Configurations from the Show pop-up menu and select the On checkbox next to Internal

84 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet To test your Internet configuration:1 Open the Internet Connect application (in the Applications folder).2

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 85 To set up Network preferences for the built-in Ethernet port:1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences fr

86 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet Manual ConfigurationHave your static IP address, router address, and subnet mask from your ISP ready (see

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 87 DHCP ConfigurationAfter you set up a DHCP configuration, the DHCP server automatically provides your netwo

88 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet PPPoE ConfigurationSome DSL-based ISPs use Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE). If you use a DSL

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 89 5 Type the domain name server (DNS) addresses in the DNS Servers field.6 Click Apply Now.Once you configur

Chapter 1 Getting Started 9 For additional information about these features, see Chapter 3, “Using Your Computer,” on page 33. Security slot Pr

90 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet To check if you have access to an AirPort Extreme network:m Click the AirPort status icon in the menu bar

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 91 To set up Network preferences for an AirPort Extreme connection:1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences

92 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 7 In the Configure IPv4 pop-up menu, choose either Manually or Using DHCP. If you chose Manually, type th

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 93 Troubleshooting Your ConnectionCable Modem, DSL, and LAN Internet ConnectionsIf you can’t connect to the I

94 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet Network ConnectionsIf you have two or more computers attempting to share an Internet connection, be sure t

95DAppendixD Top Ten QuestionsDo you have a question? Here are the top ten questions commonly asked by new PowerBook users. My Internet connecti

96 Appendix D Top Ten Questions How does the Mac OS X interface work?Users new to Mac OS X often have questions about how to carry out certain task

Appendix D Top Ten Questions 97 I hear a fan coming on and my PowerBook seems to get quite warm. Is that OK?As your PowerBook operates, it’s design

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99Communications Regulation InformationFCC Compliance StatementThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the fo