Apple iBook G4 - Manual

6 Chapter 1 Getting Started Basic Features of Your iBook G4 ® Built-in speaker ® Power button AirPort Extremeantenna AirPort Extremeantenna Microphone Function (Fn)key Sleepindicatorlight Trackpad Displayrelease button Trackpadbutton Slot-loadingoptical drive Volumecontrols ¤ Brightness controls Num...

8 Chapter 1 Getting Started Additional Features of Your iBook G4 ® W Internal modem port Headphoneport Battery Ethernet port(10/100Base-T) G f USB 2.0 ports FireWire 400port Video out port Security slot LL2541Q7X.book Page 8 Wednesday, March 3, 2004 2:52 PM

10 Chapter 1 Getting Started Setting Up Your iBook G4 is designed so that you can set it up quickly and start using it right away. Step 1: Plug In the Power Adapter m Plug the AC plug of your power adapter into an outlet and the power adapter plug into the iBook G4 power adapter port. Important: Be ...

Chapter 1 Getting Started 11 Step 2: Connect Your Cables Next, connect your iBook G4 to a phone line, DSL modem, cable modem, or Ethernet network. If you’re connecting to a wireless AirPort Extreme network, you don’t need cables. To connect to a phone line: m Connect the phone cord from a wall jack ...

12 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 the modem instructions, or connect the Ethernet cord to the Ethernet hub or outlet. Then connect the other end of the cord to the computer’s Ethernet por...

Chapter 1 Getting Started 13 1 To turn on the computer, press the Power button ( ® ). You should hear a tone when you turn on the computer. It takes the computer a few moments to start up. The setup assistant launches automatically to help you. Note: When you press the Power button to start up your ...

14 Chapter 1 Getting Started 2 Use your iBook G4 trackpad to select and move items on the screen, much as you use a mouse with a desktop computer. • To move the arrow pointer on the screen, slide your finger across the trackpad. • To select, click, or double-click an item on the screen, use the trac...

Chapter 1 Getting Started 15 How Do I Turn My iBook G4 Off? When you have finished working with your iBook G4, you can put your computer to sleep or shut it down. Putting Your iBook G4 to Sleep If you will be away from your iBook G4 for only a short time, put the computer to sleep. When the computer...

16 Chapter 1 Getting Started If you plan to store your iBook G4 for an extended period of time, see “Storing Your iBook G4” on page 69 for information on how to prevent your battery from draining completely. Calibrating Your New Battery To get the longest running time from your battery, complete the...

Chapter 1 Getting Started 17 What If I Have More Questions? Mac OS Help Most of the information about using your Macintosh is available right on your computer. 1 Click the Finder icon in the Dock (the bar of icons at the bottom of the screen). 2 Choose Help > Mac Help (click the Help menu in the ...

2 19 2 The Basics This chapter introduces important basics about your iBook G4 that you’ll want to know. Getting to Know Your iBook G4 Because your iBook G4 is so thin and light, you can take it with you to the office, library, class, or wherever you work or play. Whenever you stop using your iBook ...

20 Chapter 2 The Basics Adjusting Your Display Once you begin working with your new iBook G4, you may need to adjust your display so that the screen is easier to see. Use the keys labeled with the ¤ icon to adjust screen brightness. You can increase or decrease the size of images on your display by ...

Chapter 2 The Basics 21 Using Your Power Adapter Plugging in the power adapter provides AC power to the computer and recharges the computer’s battery. Important: For optimal performance, use only the power adapter that came with your computer. When you first connect your power adapter to your comput...

22 Chapter 2 The Basics Using the Trackpad The trackpad is sensitive to how quickly you move your finger. To move the pointer a short distance across the screen, move your finger slowly across the trackpad. The faster you move your finger, the farther the pointer moves on the screen. Instead of usin...

Chapter 2 The Basics 23 Using the Keyboard Your iBook G4 keyboard has a numeric keypad incorporated in the standard keyboard keys. Keys used for the numeric keypad have a smaller secondary label. To use the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key. An indicator light glows green, indicating that the k...

24 Chapter 2 The Basics Learning About Mac OS X Your computer comes with Mac OS X and features Classic, an environment for using Mac OS 9 applications while the computer is running Mac OS X. Note: Mac OS 9 cannot be installed as a primary operating system on your iBook G4. When you’re ready to learn...

Chapter 2 The Basics 25 As you get to know your computer, explore the other System Preferences. It is your command center for most settings on your iBook G4. For more information, open Mac OS Help and search for “System Preferences” or for the specific preference pane you want to change. Connecting ...

26 Chapter 2 The Basics Monitoring Printing Once you’ve sent a document to a printer, you can monitor printing and halt or put it temporarily on hold. To monitor printing: m Click the Printer icon in the Dock to open the Printer window. You can now see the print jobs in the print queue and work with...

Chapter 2 The Basics 27 To check for updated software: 1 Open System Preferences. 2 Click the Software Update icon and follow the directions on the screen. • For more information, search for “Software Update” in Mac OS Help. • For the latest information on the Mac OS, go to the Mac OS website at www...

28 Chapter 2 The Basics Using the Internet During the initial setup, you were instructed on how to connect to the Internet. If you need to change to a different type of connection, such as DSL, cable modem, Ethernet local area network (LAN), or AirPort Extreme network, you can find more information ...

Chapter 2 The Basics 29 When an Application Freezes On rare occasions, an application may freeze on the screen. Mac OS X provides a way to quit a frozen application without restarting your computer. Quitting a frozen application may allow you to save your work in other open applications. To force an...

3 31 3 Using Your Computer Your iBook G4 has many built-in features and connection capabilities. These include the following: • Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports for connecting additional equipment such as printers, scanners, and other devices to your iBook G4. See page 32. • FireWire (400) port ...

32 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Universal Serial Bus (USB) Your iBook G4 comes with two USB 2.0 ports ( ), also referred to as Hi-Speed USB, which you can use to connect many types of external devices, including printers, scanners, digital cameras, game pads, joysticks, keyboards, and floppy disk d...

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 33 USB Devices and Battery Power You can use USB devices, such as joysticks and keyboards, that get power from the USB connection instead of a separate power adapter with your iBook G4. However, these types of USB devices can cause your iBook G4 battery to become deplet...

34 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer FireWire Your computer has one FireWire 400 port ( ). With FireWire, you can easily connect and disconnect external high-speed devices—such as DV cameras, printers, scanners, and hard disks—without restarting your computer. These are some of the things you can do wit...

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 35 FireWire Devices and Battery Power FireWire devices, such as certain external hard disk drives, can get power from the iBook G4 FireWire connection instead of a separate power adapter. However, these types of FireWire devices can cause your iBook G4 battery to become...

36 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking and Internet Access Your iBook G4 is AirPort-ready. AirPort Extreme offers an easy and affordable way to provide wireless Internet access anywhere in the home, at work, or in the classroom. Instead of using traditional cables, AirP...

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 37 For More Information on AirPort Extreme To purchase an AirPort Extreme Base Station, contact your Apple Authorized Reseller or go to the Apple Store at www.apple.com/store. Additional information on AirPort Extreme is available in AirPort Help. Choose Help > Mac H...

38 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Ethernet (10/100Base-T ) Your computer comes with built-in Ethernet networking capability, which you can use to connect to a network or to a cable or DSL modem. Connecting to a network gives you access to other computers. You may be able to store and retrieve informa...

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 39 Using Your Modem Your iBook G4 comes with an Apple 56K internal modem ( V.92 compliant) installed. To connect the internal modem, plug one end of the phone cord or RJ-11 cable into the modem port on your computer and the other end into a standard RJ-11 telephone wall...

40 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer You can also display and record computer images by connecting a T V, video projector, or videocassette recorder ( VCR), or play DVD-Video discs on your television, using an Apple Video Adapter, which is sold separately. The Apple Video Adapter provides composite and ...

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 41 Connecting a Television, VCR, or Other Video Device To connect a TV, VCR, or other video device to the iBook G4: 1 Connect an Apple Video Adapter (sold separately) to the composite or S-video connector of the T V or other device, then connect the adapter to your iBoo...

42 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Inserting a CD or DVD Disc To install or use programs from a CD or DVD disc: 1 With the computer turned on, insert the disc (with the label facing up) into the drive slot until you feel the drive catch the disc and take it the rest of the way in. The disc may need to...

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 43 Playing DVD-Video Discs If your iBook G4 has a Combo drive or optional SuperDrive, you can play a DVD-Video disc. Insert the DVD-Video disc in the drive and open DVD Player. You’ll find DVD Player provides easy-to-use controls for starting, stopping, and viewing DVDs...

44 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Recording Information on a DVD If you have an optional SuperDrive, you can record your own digital movies on a blank recordable DVD disc. You can also record other kinds of digital data, such as backing up files onto recordable DVD discs. With applications like iDVD,...

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 45 Connecting Speakers and Audio Devices Your iBook G4 comes with two built-in speakers, a built-in microphone, and a headphone (audio line out) port. You can connect external speakers, headphones, and other sound output devices to the headphone port. The headphone port...

46 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Important: If only one flashing light is on, very little charge is left. If no lights are visible, the battery is completely drained and the computer will not start up unless the power adapter is connected. Plug in the power adapter for several hours to let the batte...

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 47 To replace the battery: m Place the left side of the battery into the battery compartment. Gently press the right side of the battery down until the battery latch locks into place. Note: Dispose of batteries according to your local environmental laws and guidelines. ...

48 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer Battery-Conservation Tips The amount of work time your iBook G4 battery can provide before you need to recharge depends on the applications and peripheral devices you’re currently using and the steps you take to conserve power while you work. For the best conservatio...

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer 49 Security Slot You can purchase a security cable lock to protect your iBook G4. With a lock, you can secure your computer to a desk or table. For More Information on Security Options Additional information on the software security features of your iBook G4, including ...

4 51 4 Enhancing Your Computer You can increase your computer’s memory and install an AirPort Extreme Card. This chapter provides instructions for installing an AirPort Extreme Card and additional memory. Installing an AirPort Extreme Card or Additional Memory You can install an AirPort Extreme Card...

52 Chapter 4 Enhancing Your Computer The recommended maximum amount of memory you can install in your iBook G4 is 1.256 GB, using one 1 GB DIMM in the memory slot. To install an AirPort Extreme Card or additional memory, you must first remove the battery and keyboard. Follow the steps in the next se...

Chapter 4 Enhancing Your Computer 53 2 Release the keyboard by sliding the two plastic tabs away from the display. Then lift the keyboard, flip it over, and lay it on the palm rest. If the keyboard doesn’t pop up, it may be locked. Locate the plastic tab next to the Num Lock key. Use a small flathea...

54 Chapter 4 Enhancing Your Computer Installing an AirPort Extreme Card Make sure you have completed the steps in “Removing the Battery and Keyboard” on page 52. To install an AirPort Extreme Card: 1 Flip up the wire bracket and connect the end of the antenna to the AirPort Extreme Card. Slide the A...

Chapter 4 Enhancing Your Computer 55 Installing Additional Memory Make sure you have completed the steps in “Removing the Battery and Keyboard” on page 52. To install additional memory: 1 If you have an AirPort Extreme Card installed, remove the card. Lift the wire bracket that holds the card, remov...

56 Chapter 4 Enhancing Your Computer 3 If you already have a memory card installed in the slot, remove it. Spread the tabs in the slot away from the notches in the memory card. The card should pop up slightly. 4 Insert the new memory card into the slot at a 30-degree angle. Push the card to seat it ...

Chapter 4 Enhancing Your Computer 57 6 Replace the RAM shield and AirPort Extreme Card, if you have one. Now that you’ve completed installing the memory card, proceed to the next section and “Making Sure Your Computer Recognizes the New Memory” on page 59. Replacing the Keyboard and Battery 1 Replac...

Chapter 4 Enhancing Your Computer 59 Making Sure Your Computer Recognizes the New Memory After installing additional memory in your iBook G4, check whether the computer recognizes the new memory. 1 Start up your computer. 2 When you see the Mac OS desktop, choose Apple ( K ) > About This Mac from...

5 61 5 Troubleshooting If you have a problem working with your iBook G4, check here first for solutions and advice. When you experience a problem, there is usually a simple and quick solution. Be aware of the conditions that led up to the problem. Making a note of things you did before the problem o...

62 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting • If the computer still doesn’t respond, try to restart it by simultaneously pressing the Command ( x ) and Control keys on your keyboard and the Power button ( ® ). If the problem occurs frequently, choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar at the top of the screen. S...

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 63 • If you recently installed additional memory, make sure that it is correctly installed and that it is compatible with your computer. See whether removing it allows the computer to start up (see page 51). • If you are still unable to start up your computer, see the servi...

64 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting If you have trouble using AirPort Extreme wireless communication • Make sure you have properly configured the software according to the instructions that came with your AirPort Extreme Card or base station. • Make sure the computer or network you are trying to connect to...

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 65 4 If Apple Hardware Test detects a problem, it displays an error code. Make a note of the error code before pursuing support options. If Apple Hardware Test does not detect a hardware failure, the problem may be software-related. For more information about Apple Hardware...

66 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting To install applications and Classic support: 1 Back up essential files, if possible. 2 Insert the software install and restore disc that came with your computer. • If you have iBook G4 Software Restore CDs, insert the first restore disc into your computer. • If you have ...

67 A p pendix A A Specifications You can use System Profiler to find out detailed information about your iBook G4, such as the amount of built-in memory, hard disk size, devices connected, and the product serial number. To access the information in System Profiler, choose Apple ( K ) > About This...

69 A p pendix B B Care, Use, and Safety Information Read this important iBook G4 safety and maintenance information. Cleaning Your iBook G4 Follow these general rules when cleaning the outside of your computer and its components: • Shut down your iBook G4, disconnect the power adapter and modem cabl...

70 Appendix B Care, Use, and Safety Information • Fully charge and then remove your iBook G4 battery when storing your computer (especially important when storing your computer for longer than 5 months). Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your Computer Plugging In the Power Adapter Always ...

Appendix B Care, Use, and Safety Information 71 General Safety Instructions For your own safety and that of your equipment, always take the following precautions. Disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the cord), remove the battery, and disconnect the phone cord if any of the following ...

Appendix B Care, Use, and Safety Information 73 Ergonomics Here are some tips for setting up a healthy work environment. Keyboard and Trackpad When you use the keyboard and trackpad, your shoulders should be relaxed. Your upper arm and forearm should form an angle that is slightly greater than a rig...

74 Appendix B Care, Use, and Safety Information External Mouse If you use an external mouse, position the mouse at the same height as your keyboard and within a comfortable reach. Built-in Display Adjust the angle of the display to minimize glare and reflections from overhead lights and windows. Do ...

75 A p pendix C C Connecting to the Internet You can use your computer to browse the World Wide Web, send email to friends and family, and chat in real time over the Internet. Use this detailed guide to connect to the Internet. When you first start up Mac OS X, the Setup Assistant helps you enter yo...

76 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 2 Gather the connection information you need from your ISP or network administrator. See the next section, “Gathering the Information You Need,” to find out what information to get for each type of connection. If another computer in the same location is alrea...

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 77 Gathering the Information You Need You can write the information you get from your Internet service provider (ISP), your network administrator, or your other computer on these pages, then enter it in Network Setup Assistant. To set up a telephone dial-up conn...

78 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet If you selected “PPP” (for PPPoE connections), gather the following: • Service provider • Account name • Password • PPPoE service name The information below is optional. Ask your ISP or system administrator if you need it. • DNS servers • Domain name • Proxy ...

80 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 5 Choose Internal Modem from the Show pop-up menu and click PPP. 6 Enter the information from your ISP and click Apply Now. To test your Internet configuration: 1 Open the Internet Connect application (in the Applications folder). 2 Click the Internal Modem i...

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 81 To connect automatically when you start a TCP/IP application, such as a web browser or email: 1 Click PPP Options (in the PPP pane of Network preferences). 2 Select the “Connect automatically when needed” checkbox. 3 Click OK and Apply Now. DSL, Cable Modem, ...

82 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet To set up Network preferences for the built-in Ethernet port: 1 Choose Apple ( K ) > System Preferences from the menu bar. 2 Click Network. 3 Choose Network Port Configurations from the Show pop-up menu. 4 Select the On checkbox next to Built-in Ethernet. ...

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 83 Manual Configuration Have your static IP address, router address, and subnet mask from your ISP ready (see page 77). To set up a manual configuration: 1 In Network preferences, choose Built-in Ethernet from the Show pop-up menu. 2 Click TCP/IP, if necessary. ...

84 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet DHCP Configuration After you set up a DHCP configuration, the DHCP server automatically provides your network information. To set up a DHCP configuration: 1 In Network preferences, choose Built-in Ethernet from the Show pop-up menu. 2 Click TCP/IP, if necessa...

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 85 PPPoE Configuration Some DSL-based ISPs use Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE). If you use a DSL modem and need a user name and password to connect to the Internet, check with your ISP to determine if you should connect using PPPoE. To set up a PPP...

86 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 4 Click TCP/IP and choose either Using PPP or Manually from the Configure IPv4 pop-up menu, as instructed by your ISP. If you have a static IP address from your ISP, choose Manually and type the address in the IP Address field. 5 Type the domain name server (...

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 87 AirPort Extreme Wireless Connection You can configure your AirPort Extreme network and Internet connection using AirPort Setup Assistant, located in the Utilities folder within your Applications folder. The assistant helps you configure the AirPort Extreme Ba...

88 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet Next, make sure your AirPort connection options are active in Network preferences. To set up Network preferences for an AirPort Extreme connection: 1 Choose Apple ( K ) > System Preferences from the menu bar. 2 Click Network. 3 Choose Network Port Configur...

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 89 5 Choose AirPort from the Show pop-up menu. 6 Click TCP/IP, if necessary. 7 In the Configure IPv4 pop-up menu, choose either Manually or Using DHCP. • If you chose Manually, type the other information into the corresponding fields. • If you chose Using DHCP, ...

90 Appendix C Connecting to the Internet Troubleshooting Your Connection Cable Modem, DSL, and LAN Internet Connections If you can’t connect to the Internet using your cable modem, DSL, or local area network (LAN), see the following steps. Important: Instructions that refer to modems do not apply to...

Appendix C Connecting to the Internet 91 Network Connections If you have two or more computers attempting to share an Internet connection, be sure that your network is set up properly. You need to know if your ISP provides only one IP address or if it provides multiple IP addresses, one for each com...

93 A p pendix D D Top Ten Questions Do you have a question? Here are the top ten questions commonly asked by new iBook G4 users. My Internet connection doesn’t seem to be working. How do I set it up? There are different types of Internet connections. For example, you can connect via a modem, a DSL c...

94 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 tasks. Your best source for Mac OS X information is Mac OS Help. You’ll find introductory explanations for new users, users switching from Windows computers...

97 Communications Regulation Information FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interfe...

103 Inde x Index A AC cord 21AC plug 10, 21adapter VGA 39video 40 adjusting your display 20AirPort Extreme antenna window 7Base Station 36Card 36, 51connection 78problems 64setting up 87setting up a connection 77 amber light 21analog phone line 11, 39Apple 56K internal modem 39Apple VGA Display Adap...