Apple iMac Early 2009 Specifications

Congratulations, you and your iMacwere made for each other.

10 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Setting Up Your iMac Follow these steps to set up your iMac. Step 1: Pass the power cord through the hole in the

Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 11 Step 2: To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on your i

12 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Step 3: Connect the keyboard and mouse. Connect the keyboard cable to one of the USB (d ) ports on your iMac. P

Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 13 Step 4: Press the power (® ) button on the back to turn on your iMac. You hear a tone when you turn on your iMac

14 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Step 6: Use Setup Assistant to configure your iMac. The first time you turn on your iMac, Setup Assistant starts

Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 15 Putting Your iMac to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you finish working with your iMac, you can put it to sleep or

16 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Shutting Down Your iMac If you won’t be using your iMac for more than a few days, shut it down. Choose Apple ( )

2 2 Life with Your iMacwww.apple.com/macosxMac Help iLife

Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac 19 Read on for an overview of the features and ports of your iMac. The Apple website at www.apple.com links you to

finderFinderBrowse your files like you browse your music with Cover Flow.Mac HelpBuilt-in iSight camera and iChatVideo chat with friends and family anyw

20 Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac Basic Features of Your iMacSlot-loadingSuperDriveApple MouseBuilt-in iSight cameraApple KeyboardBuilt-in microp

Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac 21Built-in microphone Capture sounds directly on your iMac or talk with friends live over broadband using the incl

22 Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac Other Features of Your iMacUSB portsBrightnesskeysDashboardExposéBuilt-instereospeakerBuilt-ininfrared (IR)rece

Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac 23Built-in infrared (IR) receiver Use an optional Apple Remote (sold separately at www.apple.com/store) with the I

24 Chapter 2 Life with Your iMacPorts on Your iMacHeadphone out/optical digitalaudio out portAudio in/opticaldigital audioin port,fMini DisplayPo

Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac 25£Mini DisplayPort Connect a display that uses a Mini DisplayPort connector. Adapters are available at www.apple.com

26 Chapter 2 Life with Your iMacOther Components of Your iMacPower buttonPower port®Memory accessSecurity slot

Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac 27Power portConnect the power cord to your iMac.Security slotAttach a lock and cable to discourage theft (available a

28 Chapter 2 Life with Your iMacGetting AnswersMuch more information about using your iMac is available in Mac Help and on the Internet at www.appl

Chapter 2 Life with Your iMac 29Using the iSight camera Mac Help and search for “iSight.” Using your mouse or keyboard System Preferences and choos

Mac OS X Leopardwww.apple.com/macosxiLife ’09www.apple.com/ilifeTime MachineAutomatically back up and restore your files.Mac HelpSpotlightFind anything

33 Boost Your Memorywww.apple.com/storeMac Help RAM

32 Chapter 3 Boost Your MemoryYour iMac comes with at least 2 gigabytes (GB) of Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dynamic Random Access memory (DRAM) insta

Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 33Installing MemoryYour iMac has two memory slots, each filled with at least a 1 GB memory module. You can replace the

34 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory4 Raise the stand and use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to loosen the captive screw on the memory access door by turning

Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 356 Untuck the tabs in the memory compartment. 7 To replace a memory module, untuck and then pull the tab to eject the

36 Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory8 Insert the new memory module into the slot with the notch facing left as shown in the illustration. 9 Press the mem

Chapter 3 Boost Your Memory 3711 Replace the memory access door using a Phillips #2 screwdriver to tighten the screw.12 Holding both sides of your

38 Chapter 3 Boost Your MemoryMaking Sure Your iMac Recognizes the New MemoryAfter installing memory, check whether the computer recognizes the new

44 Problem, Meet Solutionwww.apple.com/supportMac Help help

40 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionOccasionally you may have problems while working with your iMac. Read on for troubleshooting tips to try when yo

Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 41Problems That Prevent You from Using Your iMacIf your iMac won’t respond or the pointer won’t move Make sure th

42 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionIf your iMac freezes during startup or you see a flashing question mark Wait a few seconds. If your iMac doesn’

Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 43Using Apple Hardware Test If you suspect a problem with your iMac hardware, use the Apple Hardware Test applicat

44 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionProblems with Your Internet ConnectionYour iMac has the Setup Assistant application to help walk you through set

Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 45Important: Instructions that refer to modems do not apply to LAN users. LAN users might have hubs, switches, ro

46 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionIf you have two or more computers sharing an Internet connection, be sure that your network is set up properly.

Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 47Â Check the AirPort (Z) status menu in the menu bar. Up to four bars appear, indicating signal strength. If the

48 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionTo force an application to quit:1 Press Command (x)-Option-Esc or choose Apple () > Force Quit.The Force Qui

Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 49Note: To restore Mac OS X on your computer to the original factory settings, click Options in the “Select a Des

Contents 5 Contents Chapter 1: Ready, Set Up, Go 9 What’s in the Box 10 Setting Up Your iMac 15 Putting Your iMac to Sleep or Shutting It Down Chapt

50 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionYou can check for and install the latest Apple software using the Software Update pane of System Preferences. Yo

Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 51If you have a problem using your iMac or working with the Mac OSÂ If the answer to your question isn’t in this m

52 Chapter 4 Problem, Meet SolutionSystem ProfilerTo get information about your iMac, use System Profiler. It shows you what hardware and software

Chapter 4 Problem, Meet Solution 53Note: Your 90 days of complimentary telephone support begins on the date of purchase and telephone fees may app

55 Last, but Not Leastwww.apple.com/environmentMac Helpergonomics

56 Chapter 5 Last, but Not LeastFor your safety and that of your equipment, follow these rules for handling and cleaning your iMac and for working

Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 57Unplug the power cord (by pulling the plug, not the cord) and disconnect the ethernet cable or phone cord if any of

58 Chapter 5 Last, but Not LeastPower specifications: Voltage: 100 to 240 V AC Current: 3 A, maximum Frequency: 50 to 60 HzHearing damage Pe

Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 59Laser Information for Optical Disc DrivesThe optical disc drive in your iMac contains a laser that is safe in norma

6 Contents 46 Problems with AirPort Extreme Wireless Communication 47 Keeping Your Software Up to Date 47 When an Application Doesn’t Respond 48 Rein

60 Chapter 5 Last, but Not LeastImpor tant Handling InformationOperating environment Operating your iMac outside these ranges may affect performan

Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 61Using the optical drive The SuperDrive in your iMac supports standard 12 cm (4.7 inch) discs. Irregularly shaped d

62 Chapter 5 Last, but Not LeastCleaning Your Apple MouseYou may need to clean your mouse from time to time to remove dirt and dust that has accumu

Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 63ChairAn adjustable chair that provides firm, comfortable support is best. Adjust the height of the chair so your th

64 Chapter 5 Last, but Not LeastPosition the display to minimize glare and reflections on the screen from overhead lights and nearby windows. The s

Chapter 5 Last, but Not Least 65Apple and the EnvironmentApple Inc. recognizes its responsibility to minimize the environmental impact of its opera

66Regulatory Compliance InformationCompliance StatementThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two c

67Responsible party (contact for FCC matters only):Apple Inc. Corporate Compliance1 Infinite Loop, MS 26-ACupertino, CA 95014-2084 Wireless Radio UseT

68Taiwan Class B StatementVCCI Class B StatementMouse Class 1 LED InformationThe Apple Mouse is a Class 1 LED product in accordance with IEC 60825-1 A

69Disposal and Recycling InformationThis symbol indicates that your product must be disposed of properly according to local laws and regulations. Beca

1 1 Ready, Set Up, Gowww.apple.com/imacMac Help Migration Assistant

70Taiwan:European Union—Disposal Information: The symbol above means that according to local laws and regulations your product should be disposed of

Looking for Something?

72 Looking for Something?IndexAAirPort Extremeoverview 27problems 46using 29AppleCare 52Apple Hardware Test 43Apple Keyboard 21, 23Apple Remote

Looking for Something? 73downloading software 47drive, optical 21DSL modem 11Eejecting a disc 50environment 65ergonomics 62Ethernet 11Ethernet

74 Looking for Something?connecting 12multibutton 21setting up 12wireless 12Nnetworkaddress translation (NAT) 46connecting to 11connection probl

Looking for Something? 75AirPort connection 46AppleCare 52computer freezes during startup 42computer won’t respond 41computer won’t start up 42co

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8 Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go Your iMac is designed so that you can easily set it up and start using it right away. If you’ve never used an iMac

Chapter 1 Ready, Set Up, Go 9 What’s in the Box Your iMac comes with an Apple Keyboard, an Apple Mouse, and an AC power cord.AC power cordApple