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Macintosh PowerBook G3 Series User Manual

1. Notify Your Telephone Company Some telephone companies require that you notify the local business office when you hook up a modem to their lines Information You Need in the United States The optional internal modem complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules On the back of this equipment is a label that contains among other information the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number REN If requested provide this information to your telephone company m Ringer equivalence number REN 0 8 0 9 The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices you may connect to your telephone lines and still have all those devices ring when your telephone number is called In most but not all areas the sum of the RENs of all devices connected to one line should not exceed five 5 0 To be certain of the number of devices you may connect to your line as determined by the REN you should contact your local telephone company to determine the maximum REN for your calling area Telephone jack type USOC RJ 11 An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug are provided with this equipment This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack that complies with Part 68 rules See the installation instructions for details Telephone Line Problems If your telephone doesn t work there may be a problem with your telephone line Disco
2. Phone Number To disable call waiting dial 70 Try fi time s BA Using a Touch Tone Phone Line In the Port pop up menu choose Internal Modem In the Type pop up menu choose PowerBook GV Internal 56 In the Speed pop up menu choose 57600 bps Always choose the highest speed available This is the speed at which the computer communicates with the modem Click Save Now the AOL software is ready to use with your modem Modem Tips and Troubleshooting If you have problems using your modem try the following suggestions m Make sure the telephone cord is connected properly Unplug the telephone cord and reconnect it to ensure a good connection You may also want to try a different telephone cord Note Your PowerBook internal modem does not support the Energy Saver feature Wake up when the modem detects a ring m Make sure the telephone line you are using is working Connect a telephone to the line You should hear a dial tone when you lift the receiver Listen for noise on the line If the telephone line quality is poor your modem may have trouble maintaining a connection or sending and receiving faxes If you have a problem with the line quality try connecting again If the problem persists you may need to contact your telephone service provider Important The PowerBook internal modem will not work with party lines cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and may not work with a private branch exc
3. Apple has reviewed scientific reports and sought the counsel of government regulatory agencies and respected health organizations Based on the prevailing evidence and opinions Apple believes that the electric and magnetic fields produced by computer monitors do not pose a health risk In response to those customers who wish to reduce their exposure to electromagnetic fields Apple has lowered the emission levels of its products Important Care and 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 and remove the expansion bay battery if any of the following conditions exists you want to remove any parts leave the cord disconnected as long as the keyboard is open the power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged m you spill something into the case your PowerBook G3 Series computer is exposed to rain or any other excess moisture your PowerBook G3 Series computer has been dropped or the case has been otherwise damaged you suspect that your PowerBook G3 Series computer needs service or repair you want to clean the case use only the recommended procedure described later Important The only way to disconnect power completely is to unplug the power cord and remove the batteries Make sure at least one end of the power cord is within easy reach so that you can unplug the PowerBook G3 Series computer when
4. Macintosh PowerBook Users Manual Includes setup expansion and important health related information for Macintosh PowerBook G3 Series computers Apple Computer Inc 1998 Apple Computer Inc All rights reserved Under the copyright laws this manual may not be copied in whole or in part without the written consent of Apple The Apple logo is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S and other countries Use of the keyboard Apple logo Option Shift K for commercial purposes without the prior written consent of Apple may constitute trademark infringement and unfair competition in violation of federal and state laws Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate Apple is not responsible for printing or clerical errors Apple Computer Inc 1 Infinite Loop Cupertino CA 95014 2084 408 996 1010 http www apple com Apple the Apple logo AppleTalk LaserWriter LocalTalk Mac Macintosh PlainTalk PowerBook and StyleWriter are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S and other countries Other company and product names mentioned herein are trademarks of their respective companies Mention of third party products is for informational purposes only and constitutes neither an endorsement nor a recommendation Apple assumes no responsibility with regard to the performance or use of these products Simultaneously published in the United States and Canad
5. 1 Setting Up the Computer Now that you know some essential details about your PowerBook you re ready to set it up and begin using it Setting up your Macintosh PowerBook for the first time is a quick and simple process However there are a few items that you need to have and things to do before you begin using your PowerBook Important Before following the setup instructions in this chapter you may want to read Arranging Your Work Area and Equipment on page 87 for tips on adjusting your work furniture and computer so that you re comfortable when using the computer Your PowerBook Battery The battery that came with your PowerBook computer may be already inserted in an expansion bay If not you should insert it now so that it can be charged PowerBook battery You can easily tell if the battery is already installed by looking at the left expansion bay If you see an opening for a floppy disk then the floppy disk drive module is installed and the battery is not installed If you see a small button with four small lights to its right the battery is installed PowerBook battery inserted Floppy disk drive module in the left expansion bay inserted in the left expansion bay If Your PowerBook Did Not Come With the Battery Installed If your PowerBook did not come with the battery inserted in the expansion bay you should insert it in place of the floppy disk drive module in order to charge it To remove the floppy disk dr
6. To connect a television or VCR for output from the computer Shut down your PowerBook and turn off the television or VCR Attach one end ofa video cable not included with your PowerBook to the video in port on the television or VCR Follow the directions that came with the television or VCR S video cable not included with your computer Co si gt RCA type cable not included with your computer If you re using an RCA type cable plug in the other end of the video cable to the composite to S video adapter If you re using a device that supports S video skip this step Plug the S video cable or adapter to the S video output port 8 on the back panel of your PowerBook Important f the connector doesn t slide easily into the port check the pin alignment and try again Don t use force which could damage your equipment PowerBook connected to a television using an S video cable T S video output port S video In port S video cable 5 PowerBook connected to a television using an RCA type cable T S video output port RCA In port Composite to S video adapter RCA type cable If you want to output sound as well as video from your PowerBook use a dual RCA plug to stereo miniplug cable not included with your computer to connect the sound output port on the back of your PowerBook to audio input ports on your television or VCR
7. icon looks similar to the ADB port labeled with the icon and the printer modem port labeled with the A icon Only plug your S video device into the S video output port Plugging a video device into the wrong port could damage your equipment PowerBook computers equipped with an S video output port can output the following display formats m S video High quality video format used by certain televisions VCRs and video projectors You can connect a cable from an S video device directly to the S video output port 8 on the back panel of your PowerBook S video is recommended because it provides better quality Composite video Video format used by most televisions and VCRs To connect a composite video device you need to use the composite to S video adapter that came with your PowerBook RCA plug S video plug Composite to S video adapter Connecting Additional Equipment 67 68 Chapter 3 Connecting Video Equipment to Your PowerBook You can record and deliver a sophisticated presentation by combining the video and sound capabilities of your PowerBook The steps that follow explain how to set up equipment for displaying the computer desktop on a television and recording the computer s output to videotape Use the information in this section as a guideline when connecting other external video display and recording devices Note You cannot use the S video output port and the external monitor port at the same time
8. lt e Eini Dual RCA plug to stereo miniplug cable not included with your computer Turn on the computer and the television or VCR Your PowerBook starts up using the built in display The television is dark Click the Resolution icon in the Control Strip and select a NTSC or PAL compatible screen resolution from the menu that appears For best results use 640 x 480 60 Hz for NTSC systems and 640 x 480 50 Hz for PAL systems Resolution icon The PowerBook display becomes dark and images appear on the television To switch back to your PowerBook display select the built in resolution for your PowerBook from the Control Strip Connecting Additional Equipment 69 70 Chapter 3 Trouble With the External Video Device a Nothing happens when you tried to turn on the PowerBook Make sure your equipment is connected properly Then try pressing the Power button again Make sure the battery is charged or the power adapter is plugged into both the computer and an electrical outlet If you are using a power strip make sure it is turned on a The computer is on but the television is dark Select an NTSC or PAL compatible resolution from the Resolution icon in the Control Strip If the television is still dark make sure that the television is on and set up to receive video from an outside source See the manual that came with your television or other video device for more informat
9. radio and television reception This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC rules These specifications are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation You can determine whether your computer system is causing interference by turning it off If the interference stops it was probably caused by the computer or one of the peripheral devices If your computer system does cause interference to radio or television reception try to correct the interference by using one or more of the following measures Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops Move the computer to one side or the other of the television or radio Move the computer farther away from the television or radio Plug the computer into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the television or radio That is make certain the computer and the television or radio are on circuits controlled by different circuit breakers or fuses If necessary consult an Apple authorized service provider or Apple See the service and support information that came with your Apple product Or consult an experienced radio television technician for additional suggestions Important Changes or modifications to
10. such as the CD ROM drive when a disc is inserted you ll see a message telling you to reinsert the module If you purchase an expansion bay module from an independent supplier be sure to follow the instructions that came with the device Some modules may have special requirements Removing an Expansion Bay Module Before removing an expansion bay module from your PowerBook you need to make sure that it is not in use and that it does not contain a floppy disk CD or other media To remove an expansion bay module from your Macintosh PowerBook follow these steps Place your PowerBook on a hard flat surface Important If you are going to remove both expansion bay modules at the same time adjust your PowerBook display so that it is at a 90 degree angle to the computer If the display is adjusted too far back your PowerBook may tip backward when both expansion bays are empty a 90 vec 7 Click the Expansion Bay icon in the Control Strip to determine whether the expansion bay module is ready to be removed Ange Mie de hemelis ie ef Fey Core A DETEN BEDE RTE RE 10 Expansion Bay icon Important Do not remove an expansion bay module that is in use or you may lose data If you try to remove the module when it is in use you ll see a message telling you to reinsert it If the Control Strip indicates that the expansion bay module is not removable quit any application program
11. 640 x 480 pixels as the default for that monitor For more information on adjusting the resolution of an external monitor see the online help available in the Help menu Connecting Additional Equipment 63 64 Chapter 3 Connecting an External Monitor To connect an external monitor to your PowerBook follow these steps Also consult the documentation that came with the monitor Press the Power button once to get the Shut Down dialog box Click Shut Down or Sleep If you connect a monitor with your computer turned on the computer will not recognize the monitor Place the monitor near the PowerBook Important Keep the computer and the monitor at least 8 inches apart Interference between the monitor and your computer s floppy disk drive can cause errors on your floppy disks 8 inches minimum Arrange the monitor so the top of the screen is slightly below eye level while you work Position the monitor to minimize glare and reflections on the screen from lights and windows Make sure that the PowerBook display is open Important Macintosh PowerBook G3 Series computers do not support operation with the display closed Make sure the monitor s power cord is attached to the monitor Plug the other end into a grounded outlet or power strip If your monitor s power cord is designed to plug into the power receptacle on the back ofa computer you can obtain a cord with the correct p
12. apply additional pressure Place the hole in the center of the disc directly over the drive spindle and press down until you feel the disc lock into place 6 Push the tray in to close it Keep the tray closed except when loading discs This prevents dust from getting inside the mechanism Be sure to keep discs free of dust and grease Note When the drive is in use you may notice some vibration as the disc spins rapidly Certain discs can cause the drive to vibrate because they have heavily inked artwork or a label that creates an imbalance as the drive spins Some vibration is not unusual for a high speed CD ROM or DVD ROM drive To minimize vibration from unbalanced discs do not put labels on your discs In addition place the computer on a flat solid surface when using the drive Using Your PowerBook and Connecting to a Network 35 36 Chapter 2 Ejecting a Disc Follow these instructions to open the tray and eject a disc from the drive Open the tray There are several ways to open the tray of your drive If a disc icon appears on your screen do one of the following m Select the disc icon on your screen and drag the icon to the Trash m Click the disc icon and choose Put Away from the File menu or Eject from the Special menu Click the Expansion Bay icon in the Control Strip and choose Make Right Module Removable from the pop up menu that appears Make Right Module Removable fer Sey Lomia nS A Setter SSO EH If n
13. devices Important A security locking cable does not prevent the removal of expansion bay modules or batteries or access to your RAM and hard disk Sample locking device with security cable TE Security slot Note You can protect the contents of your hard disk by turning on password protection You can find more information on password security in the online help available in the Help menu Connecting a Mouse Keyboard or Other ADB Device You can connect a mouse keyboard graphics tablet or other Apple Desktop Bus ADB device to the ADB port on the back panel of the PowerBook Apple Desktop Bus ADB port Note You may experience a slight delay if you connect a mouse or other ADB device while the computer is turned on Connecting Other Devices For instructions on connecting a device not discussed in this chapter refer to the documentation that came with the device Connecting Additional Equipment 73 CHAP 1 Installing a RAM Expansion Card and Removing Your Hard Disk This chapter provides information about installing a RAM expansion card and removing your PowerBook hard disk for service or security reasons Warning To avoid damage to your computer Apple recommends that only an Apple certified technician install additional RAM Consult the service and support information that came with your Apple product for instructions on how to contact an Apple authorized service provider or Apple fo
14. hard disk with this built in microphone Brightness control Increase or decrease the brightness of your PowerBook display Volume control Increase or decrease the volume of the sound coming from your built in speakers and sound output port using this control Mute button Turn the sound off and on from the PowerBook external speakers and sound output port Trackpad Move the pointer on the PowerBook display The trackpad can also be set up so that you can double click and select items directly instead of using the trackpad button Right expansion bay with a CD ROM or DVD ROM drive module inserted Dual function expansion bay that accepts either removable modules 3 5 inch or 5 25 inch size or a PowerBook battery Security slot Protect your PowerBook by connecting a security cable Setting Up 15 Your Computer s Ports and Connectors As Printer External modem port Expansion bay with r Apple Desktop a PowerBook battery Bus ADB port Left expansion bay release 4 Sound lever output port XX Sound input port Internal Power modem port some models adapter port lt gt Ethernet port 10Base T PC Card eject buttons scsi port External TV IOl External Infrared HDI 30 out port monitor port window PC Card slots 16 Chapter 1 y A IOI OUT 33 lt gt Infrared window Allows vou to use infrared IR communication to send fil
15. one end of the power cord into the power adapter and the other end into an outlet or power strip Warning Use only the power adapter that came with your Macintosh PowerBook computer Adapters for other electronic devices including other Macintosh PowerBook models and other portable computers may look similar but they may damage your computer If your power adapter came equipped with a three wire grounding plug a plug that has a third grounding pin This plug will fit only a grounded AC outlet If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet because the outlet is not grounded contact a licensed electrician to replace the outlet with a properly grounded outlet Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug 2 Plug the power adapter plug into the power adapter port marked with the icon on the back of the computer Power adapter port Power adapter plug 56990000 Power cord Power adapter 20 Chapter 1 Opening the Display 1 Gently pull the display latch to release it 2 Position the display at a comfortable viewing angle You can adjust the angle of the display at any time by tilting it toward or away from you Setting Up 21 22 Chapter 1 Turning the Computer On To turn on the computer for the first time press the Power button above the keyboard Power button 2 SCX EES Sosa You should hear a tone when you turn on the computer It takes the co
16. or any key on the keyboard except for the fn key The screen reappears as it was before the computer went to sleep Note To decrease the time it takes for the computer to wake up from sleep turn off AppleTalk For more information see the online help available in the Help menu Problems Working With Computer Programs or the Mac OS If software difficulties such as a software error message on your screen don t allow you to use standard methods of quitting a program or restarting your computer you can try using these special key combinations To do this press this key combination Force a program to quit 3 Option Esc Force the computer to restart Control Power button Force the computer to reset Shift Fn Control Power button Important Only force the computer to reset if the other two key combinations are unsuccessful at solving your problem When you force a reset your computer s default original settings will be restored You may need to reconfigure settings for power management memory trackpad TCP IP and AppleTalk if you reset the computer The reset key combination immediately turns off the computer Then the sleep indicator light glows briefly while the computer goes through the reset process After the sleep indicator light turns off wait a few seconds and then press the Power button again to start up the computer For more information on solving problems see the troubleshooting manual th
17. this product not authorized by Apple Computer Inc could void the FCC Certification and negate your authority to operate the product This product was tested for FCC compliance under conditions that included the use of Apple peripheral devices and Apple shielded cables and connectors between system components It is important that you use Apple peripheral devices and shielded cables and connectors between system components to reduce the possibility of causing interference to radios television sets and other electronic devices You can obtain Apple peripheral devices and the proper shielded cables and connectors through an Apple authorized dealer For non Apple peripheral devices contact the manufacturer or dealer for assistance Responsible party contact for FCC matters only Robert Steinfeld Apple Computer Inc 1 Infinite Loop Cupertino CA 95014 2084 408 974 2618 Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference causing equipment regulations Cet appareil num rique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Communications Regulation Information 7 8 VCCI Class 2 Statement AULERESER E ERIC DUT TOREJ TPL Be ee Be a E A ERARA VCCI D PENS lt EE Bei RE CI COMM KERKTEN AZ CSP AW ECL THETA CORBMNIV AL TL Da VSI THEM ane dE SMBS SAC TCEMSBOVET Wa aH IC HE TIEL WR ORWEL TS RSV
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19. 6 Gently push the RAM expansion card down until the two snaps on either side of the card lock into place Snap Your RAM expansion card is now ready to use 7 Skip ahead to Replacing the Keyboard and Internal Heat Sink on page 83 80 Chapter 4 Removing Your PowerBook Hard Disk Drive Your PowerBook was designed so that you could easily remove your internal hard disk drive for service or security needs 1 Ifyou have not already done so remove the PowerBook keyboard and internal heat sink as described in Removing the Keyboard and Internal Heat Sink on page 75 2 Locate the hard disk drive Hard disk drive 3 Gently touch the metal surface on the left side of the inside of the computer to discharge any static electricity built up on your body This prevents damage to the Macintosh PowerBook or internal hard disk drive Metal portion of processor cage Don t walk around while removing the hard disk drive If you do make sure you touch the metal surface again to discharge any static electricity Installing a RAM Expansion Card and Removing Your Hard Disk 81 4 Loosen the screw that locks the hard disk in place Note The hard disk screw stays attached to the hard disk you do not need to remove it completely Hard disk screw 5 Gently pull up on the small metal tab located on the left side of the hard disk to disengage the hard disk from the logic board 6 Carefully lift the hard disk o
20. All activities are interrupted It s a good idea to save your work when you see the first of the two low power messages to make sure you don t lose information Using Your PowerBook and Connecting toa Network 39 40 Chapter 2 If you continue working until the computer goes to sleep automatically you can wake it again as soon as you plug in the power adapter or replace the battery with a charged battery Important Recharge a depleted battery as soon as possible Leaving a depleted battery in the computer for a length of time especially in a hot location such as the trunk of a car may damage the battery so that it can t be recharged If this happens you need to replace the battery Maximizing Work Time The amount of work time your PowerBook s battery can provide before you need to recharge depends on the equipment you re using with your computer and the steps you take to conserve power while you work Battery saving measures include the following in order of effectiveness Make sure that power cycling is turned on Your PowerBook reduces the processor power when it is not being used in order to save battery power For instructions on setting up power cycling see the online help available in the Help menu Set your PowerBook to run in a reduced processor speed mode when performing tasks such as word processing that don t require fast processing speed Setting your PowerBook to run in a reduced processor mode will pr
21. Book hard disk Connecting Your Computer as a Hard Disk Before making any connections you need to assign a unique SCSI ID number to the PowerBook The ID numbers allow the computer to communicate with several connected SCSI devices Important Turn off password protection before using SCSI disk mode For instructions see the online help available in the Help menu Set up your system software to use your PowerBook in SCSI disk mode For information and instructions see the online help available in the Help menu If you are connecting the PowerBook to an existing SCSI chain make sure to give it an ID number different from those of the other devices Many devices include an ID number indicator on the back panel 2 Shut down the PowerBook and plug in the power adapter 3 Shut down the computer you are connecting to and turn off any other devices in the SCSI chain Warning Always shut down the PowerBook before connecting or disconnecting the SCSI disk adapter cable Connecting the adapter cable while the computer is turned on can damage the computer 4 Connect the small end of the Apple HDI 30 SCSI Disk Adapter to the SCSI port on your PowerBook 5 If you are connecting the Macintosh PowerBook directly to the other computer rather than to an external device in the SCSI chain attach a SCSI system cable to the other computer 6 Connect the large end of the Apple HDI 30 SCSI Disk Adapter cable to a SCSI peripheral interface ca
22. PC Card Modem 46 Using the Infrared File Transfer Capability 47 Connecting to a Local Area Network 48 Connecting to a LocalTalk Network 48 Connecting to a 10Base T Ethernet Network 50 Configuring Your Network Connection 50 Using Your PowerBook s Optional Internal Modem 51 Setting Up Your Modem s Connections 51 Connecting the Telephone Line to the Modem 51 What Modems Do 53 Software for Your Modem 53 Choosing the Port Setting 54 Modem Tips and Troubleshooting 55 Connecting Additional Equipment 57 Connecting a Printer 58 Connecting an External Modem 58 Connecting SCSI Devices 59 Using Your Macintosh PowerBook as a Hard Disk 60 Connecting Your Computer as a Hard Disk 60 Quitting SCSI Disk Mode 62 Using an External Monitor 63 Connecting an External Monitor 64 Trouble With the External Monitor 66 Disconnecting an External Monitor 66 Using an External Video Display or Recording Device 67 Connecting Video Equipment to Your PowerBook 68 Trouble With the External Video Device 70 Disconnecting an External Video Device 70 Connecting and Using Sound Input Devices 71 Connecting Sound Output Devices 72 Locking Your Computer 72 Connecting a Mouse Keyboard or Other ADB Device 73 Connecting Other Devices 73 Installing a RAM Expansion Card and Removing Your Hard Disk 75 Getting Ready 75 Removing the Keyboard and Internal Heat Sink 75 Installing a RAM Expansion Card 79 Removing Your PowerBook Hard Disk Drive 81 Replacing the K
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24. a Contents Communications Regulation Information 7 Laser Information 11 High Risk Activities Warning 11 Setting Up 13 Becoming Familiar With Your Macintosh PowerBook 13 Hardware ataGlance 13 Your Computer s Components and Controls 14 Your Computer s Ports and Connectors 16 Setting Up the Computer 18 Your PowerBook Battery 18 Plugging In the Computer 20 Opening the Display 21 Turning the Computer On 22 Problems Turning the Computer On 23 Adjusting the Internal Display 24 Adjusting the Resolution of the Internal Display 24 Moving Items on the Screen 25 Tips for Using the Trackpad 25 Putting the Computer to Sleep 26 Problems Working With Computer Programs or the MacOS 27 Turning the Computer Off 28 What s Next 28 4 Contents 2 Using Your PowerBook and Connecting to a Network 29 Using the Expansion Bays 30 Using Expansion Bay Modules 30 Removing an Expansion Bay Module 31 Inserting an Expansion Bay Module 33 Using a Disc in the CD ROM or DVD ROM Drive 34 Ejecting a Disc 36 Power Sources 37 AC Power 37 Main Battery 37 Optional Second Battery 37 Recharging the Battery 38 Monitoring the Battery Charge 38 Using the Battery Level Indicator Lights 39 Responding to Low Power Messages 39 What You Should Do 39 What You Should Know 39 Maximizing Work Time 40 Removing or Replacing the Battery 41 Using PC Cards 42 Inserting aPC Card 43 Ejecting a PC Card 44 If You Can t Eject a Card 45 Using a Zoomed Video PC Card 45 Using a
25. a direct connection to a printer such as a StyleWriter or a LocalTalk network connection to a printer such as a LaserWriter See the documentation that came with your printer for specific information about the type of connection it requires Your computer comes with most Apple printer software called printer drivers already installed If you are using a printer from a manufacturer other than Apple you may need to install a printer driver You use the Chooser to tell the computer which port you used to connect your printer You can find more information on selecting a printer in the online help available in the Help menu Connecting an External Modem Your PowerBook provides several different ways to connect to the rest of the world using a modem If your PowerBook came with the optional built in modem see Using Your PowerBook s Optional Internal Modem on page 51 If your PowerBook did not come with an internal modem you can use a PC Card modem in your computer s PC Card slot see Using a PC Card Modem on page 46 You can also connect an external modem to the printer external modem port on the back panel of the computer To connect an external modem follow these steps Connect the modem to a power source and to the phone line Make sure the modem is turned off With the computer shut down connect the modem cable to the printer external modem port A Turn on the modem Start up the computer The external m
26. ample if you engage in nonwork activities that involve repetitive stress on the wrist such as bicycling and also use your computer s keyboard improperly you may increase your likelihood of developing wrist problems Some individuals are at greater risk of developing these problems because of their health physiology lifestyle and general exposure to stress Work organization and conditions such as workstation setup and lighting also play a part in your overall health and comfort Preventing health problems is a multifaceted task that requires careful attention to the way you use your body every hour of every day The most common health effects associated with using a computer are musculoskeletal discomfort and eye fatigue We ll discuss each area of concern in this appendix Musculoskeletal Discomfort As with any activity that involves sitting for long periods of time using a computer can make your muscles sore and stiff To minimize these effects set up your work environment carefully using the guidelines that follow and take frequent breaks to rest tired muscles To make working with your computer more comfortable allow enough space in your work area so that you can change position frequently and maintain a relaxed posture Another type of musculoskeletal concern is repetitive stress injuries RSIs also known as cumulative trauma disorders CTDs These problems can occur when a certain muscle or tendon is repeatedly overused a
27. at came with your computer Setting Up 27 28 Chapter 1 Turning the Computer Off Always use one of the following methods to shut down the computer If you don t you risk losing any work you haven t saved You also risk losing any open documents To turn the computer off follow these instructions If the computer is in sleep press the Power button O or any key on the keyboard except for the fn key to wake it Press the Power button The following dialog box appears Are you sure you want to shut down your A computer now Chestart steep Cancer run Press the Return key on the keyboard or click the Shut Down button in the dialog box If any applications are still open a message asks if you want to save your work before the computer shuts down Note You can also turn off the computer by choosing Shut Down from the Special menu What s Next For more information about working with your computer s hardware refer to the following chapters in this manual To learn more about the basics of your computer s hardware including the expansion bays batteries and power and connecting to a network go to Chapter 2 Using Your PowerBook and Connecting to a Network To learn how to connect additional equipment to your PowerBook such as printers or external monitors go to Chapter 3 Connecting Additional Equipment To learn how to install additional memory or remove your hard disk
28. axed Your upper arm and forearm should form an approximate right angle with your wrist and hand in roughly a straight line Not this You may have to raise your chair so your forearms and hands are at the proper angle to the keyboard If this makes it impossible to rest your feet flat on the floor you can use a footrest with adjustable height and tilt to make up for any gap between the floor and your feet Or you may lower the desktop to eliminate the need for a footrest Another option is to use a desk with a keyboard tray that s lower than the regular work surface m Use a light touch when typing or using the trackpad and keep your hands and fingers relaxed Avoid rolling your thumbs under your palms Not this Some computer users may develop discomfort in their hands wrists or arms after intensive work without breaks If you begin to develop chronic pain or discomfort in your hands wrists or arms consult a qualified health specialist Change hand positions often to avoid fatigue Health Safety and Maintenance Tips 87 88 Appendix Mouse If you use an external mouse position the mouse at the same height as your keyboard Allow adequate space to use the mouse comfortably Built In Display Adjust the angle of the display to minimize glare and reflections from overhead lights and windows You may need to adjus
29. ay to lock it into place It s a good idea to plug in the power adapter in case the battery is not fully charged X Important Batteries contain chemicals some of which may be harmful to the environment Please dispose of used batteries according to your local environmental Lithium ion win guidelines Using Your PowerBook and Connecting to a Network 41 42 Chapter 2 Using PC Cards PC Cards also known as PCMCIA or CardBus cards are about the size of a thick credit card and have a 68 pin connector at one end They come in many varieties such as fax modem cards mass storage cards Ethernet connection cards zoomed video cards and wireless communication cards You can use PC Cards to expand your Macintosh PowerBook s capabilities Your Macintosh PowerBook has two PC Card slots You can insert a card into either slot or depending on the cards you re using you can use both slots simultaneously There are three types of PC Cards The different types refer to the thickness of the card A Type I card is 3 3 millimeters mm thick a Type II card is 5 mm thick and a Type III card is 10 5 mm thick Warning Make sure only to use cards that are compatible with your Macintosh PowerBook If you use an incompatible card you may damage the card or your PowerBook If you are not sure whether a PC Card is compatible with your PowerBook contact the PC Card s manufacturer You can place a Type I or Type II card in either slot You
30. ble attached to the SCSI port on the last device in the SCSI chain or to the SCSI system cable on the other computer 7 Make sure that your PowerBook display is open Warning Always keep your PowerBook display open while operating in SCSI disk mode because heat from the PowerBook is partially dissipated through the keyboard Closing your display may cause the PowerBook to function improperly 8 Turn on the PowerBook by pressing the Power button After a few seconds a SCSI icon appears on the screen showing the ID number you assigned in step 1 2 Warning If you do not see the SCSI icon and the computer starts up normally or displays an error message press the Power button to shut down if you can and then immediately disconnect your computer from the SCSI chain If you can t choose Shut Down try resetting your PowerBook by holding down the Shift Function fr and Control ctrl keys and then pressing the Power button If you cannot shut down your PowerBook you should disconnect the cable anyway or you may lose information Then go back and repeat steps 4 through 8 making sure to use the proper cables 9 Turn on the other SCSI devices in the chain if any 10 Turn on the other computer Connecting Additional Equipment 61 62 Chapter 3 WO N The PowerBook s internal drive appears as a hard disk icon on the screen of the computer you connected it to You can now transfer and use files as if the Macinto
31. can place a Type II card only in the lower slot When a Type III card is installed you cannot use the upper slot You may find it useful to get in the habit of always using the lower slot first to make sure the card is properly inserted A special type of PC Card supports zoomed video which can display full motion video in a window on the computer s screen Note Zoomed video cards must be placed in the lower PC Card slot This section describes how to insert and eject PC Cards and how to use PC Card modems You can find more information on using PC Cards in the online help available in the Help menu Inserting a PC Card To insert a card do this m Insert the card label up into the slot Make sure the card is level AX ESS ESS CXS Se SSS SSS A Type I or Type Il PC Card can be inserted in either the upper or lower slot NES Messe eS ee A Type III PC Card must be inserted in the lower slot You ll feel some resistance as you slide the card in When the card is firmly seated you will feel it click into place An icon for the PC Card appears on the desktop You are now ready to use the card Consult the card s documentation for details of its use Using Your PowerBook and Connecting to a Network 43 44 Chapter 2 bh Q N Ejecting a PC Card You can eject a PC Card when your computer is on or off You cannot eject a PC Ca
32. cause your PowerBook can receive sounds from a variety of different sources such as the internal microphone expansion bay module or zoomed video card you need to select a sound input source m Click the Sound Source icon in the Control Strip and choose an input source from the menu that appears Sound Source icon Connecting Additional Equipment 71 72 Chapter 3 Connecting Sound Output Devices The Macintosh PowerBook has a stereo sound output port 4 to which you can connect externally powered speakers an amplifier headphones or other audio output device The sound output port accepts a standard stereo miniplug like that used to attach headphones to a portable tape or CD player Your computer also has two stereo speakers which play sound from the following sources audio CD in the CD ROM or DVD ROM drive external stereo device connected to the computer through the sound input port zoomed video card internal modem or file on your hard disk The computer automatically selects the sound output source If an external device such as a pair of headphones is connected sound is routed there If no external output device is connected sound plays through the computer s speakers Locking Your Computer You can purchase a security cable and lock to protect your Macintosh PowerBook With a lock you can secure your computer to a desk or table See your Apple authorized dealer or computer retailer for details on security
33. computer is off on or in sleep However the battery will recharge more quickly if the computer is off or in sleep Power adapter port Power adapter plug 55990000 Power cord Power adapter Warning Use only the external power adapter that came with your computer Adapters for other electronic devices including other portable computers may look similar but they may damage your computer If your power adapter came equipped with a three wire grounding plug a plug that has a third grounding pin this plug will fit only a grounded AC outlet If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet because the outlet is not grounded contact a licensed electrician to replace the outlet with a properly grounded outlet Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug Monitoring the Battery Charge There are four ways you can determine the charge level of your battery Look in the Battery Monitor portion of the Control Strip See low power messages on your display m Look at the battery level icon next to the clock in the menu bar Look at the battery indicator level lights on the battery 38 Chapter 2 Using the Battery Level Indicator Lights You can tell the charge left in your battery by looking at the battery level indicator lights on the battery itself The charge can be checked with the battery inserted or outside the PowerBook Push the battery level indicator button to activate the battery level indicator l
34. dem port on your PowerBook Plug the other end of the telephone cord into your telephone wall socket Warning The telephone line must be an analog line the type used in residences Do not connect a digital telephone line to the modem because the wrong type of line could damage the modem Once the telephone line is connected you are ready to begin using the modem Important When you have established a modem connection with another computer or an online service do not put the computer to sleep Doing so will disconnect the modem What Modems Do A modem allows your computer to communicate over telephone lines by converting information from the digital format used by the computer to the analog format used by most telephone systems It dials the telephone number establishes a connection with another modem and controls the flow of data so that communication takes place with optimal speed and accuracy Important The actual speed of data transmission can vary with line conditions Because Federal Communications Commission FCC rules restrict the power output of modems used by service providers transmission speeds are limited to 53 Kbps 53 000 bits per second in the United States You can obtain speeds of 53 Kbps on downloads from an Internet service provider ISP that uses K56flex modems To exchange data over a telephone line your modem and the remote modem must establish a connection and agree on how data will be transmit
35. discs Do not write to direct sunlight on discs Do not spill liquids Do not put tape on discs on discs Do not scratch discs Do not get dust on discs Traveling With the Macintosh PowerBook Always bring the system software CD that came with your computer when you travel If you experience system software problems while traveling you may need it to correct any problems Take the necessary plug adapters if you re traveling overseas You may need to use them with the power cord You do not need a voltage transformer The power adapter can handle 100 volts to 240 volts AC 50 Hz to 60 Hz Check the following diagrams to determine which plug adapters you ll need or ask your travel agent Outlet Type Locations 11 11 United States Canada parts of Latin America Japan Korea the Philippines Taiwan Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States CIS most of Europe parts of Latin America the Middle Fast parts of Africa Hong Kong India most of South Asia Mexico United Kingdom Ireland Malaysia Singapore D parts of Africa CS China Australia New Zealand Q N Airplanes and Airports Some airlines have reported that use of portable electronic devices may have interfered with the aircraft s flight navigation or communications systems Many airlines restrict or manage the use of electronic equipment during flights Please respect the regulations of the airlines A properly tu
36. e information on the external monitor resolutions supported by your PowerBook see the Technical Information booklet that came with your computer Important Video mirroring works only with the PowerBook display s standard resolution For example when the 12 1 display is set to its standard resolution 800 x 600 or the 14 1 display is set to its standard resolution 1024 x 768 the display can mirror the external monitor However if you switch the resolution to 640 x 480 the built in display will go dark because scaled resolutions cannot be used for video mirroring Connecting Additional Equipment 65 66 Chapter 3 Trouble With the External Monitor a Nothing happened when you tried to turn on or wake the PowerBook Make sure that all your equipment is connected properly Then try turning on or waking the computer again Make sure that the battery is charged or that the power adapter is plugged into both the computer and an electrical outlet If you are using a power strip make sure it is turned on The computer is on but the external monitor is dark Make sure that the monitor s power cord is connected and that its power switch is on Try adjusting the monitor s brightness and contrast settings If this doesn t work try restarting your computer Note The screen dimming feature in the Energy Saver control panel turns the screen brightness down to a low level when you haven t used the computer for a few minutes You can
37. e is already installed for you Other software such as your fax software needs to be installed from a separate CD that came with your computer For instructions on using these programs see their electronic manuals on your computer s hard disk or on the CD that came with your computer Using Your PowerBook and Connecting to a Network 53 54 Chapter 2 Choosing the Port Setting You must specify the modem port in each communications program before you can connect to another computer by modem The following example shows how to specify the modem port in America Online AOL software Open AOL on your hard disk If you are new to America Online click Continue in the dialog box that appears If you have an AOL account already click Upgrade Follow the instructions on the screen to set up an AOL account or to upgrade your current AOL account When you finish setting up your AOL account the AOL Welcome window appears Click Setup in the Welcome window The Location window opens Modem Configuration Volume Port Internal Modem i i LA Ask Before Resetting Port First Profile Type PowerBook 6V Intern b Connect Method AOLNet gt Edit Modem Profile J Phone Number Speed 57600 bps z Try E time s MA Hardware Handshaking XNote Volume cannot be set on all modems Second Profile Dialing Options Connect Method AOLNet gt C To reach outside line dial o
38. efore moving the computer Never force a connector into a port Make sure that the connector matches the port and that it s right side up If the connector and port do not join easily they do not match Do not use the computer in wet or dusty environments Keep dirt and liquids away from the ports on the back panel the keyboard and the trackpad If you spill any food or liquid onto the computer shut it down immediately unplug it and remove the expansion bay modules before cleaning up the spill Depending on what you spilled and how much got into the computer you may have to bring the computer to an Apple authorized service provider for cleaning Do not touch the screen with any sharp or pointed objects Use only the battery supplied with your computer or an identical model Batteries designed for other portable computers may look similar but they may not work with your computer and may damage it Use only the power adapter supplied with your computer or an identical model Adapters designed for other electronic devices may not work with your equipment and may damage it When using your PowerBook or when charging the battery it is normal for the bottom of the case to get warm The bottom of the PowerBook case functions as a cooling surface that transfers heat from inside the computer to the cooler air outside The bottom of the case is raised slightly to allow airflow that keeps the unit within normal operating temperatures Im
39. emble Cette pr caution est particuli rement importante dans les r gions rurales Avertissement utilisateur ne doit pas tenter de faire ces raccordements lui m me il doit avoir recours un service d inspection des installations lectriques ou un lectricien selon le cas m Num ro de charge 0 3 L indice de charge IC assign chaque dispositif terminal indique pour viter toute surcharge le pourcentage de la charge totale qui sera raccord e un circuit t l phonique boucl utilis par ce dispositif La terminaison du circuit boucl peut tre constitu e de nimporte quelle combinaison de dispositifs pourvu que la somme des indices de charge de l ensemble des dispositifs ne d passe pas 100 Type de prise t l phonique CA 11 Information You Need in the United Kingdom This terminal equipment is intended for direct connection to the analogue Public Switched Telecommunications Network and is approved for use within the United Kingdom with the following features Modem facility Autocalling facility m Autoanswer facility a DTMF signaling Operation in the absence of proceed indication or upon detection of proceed indication This product is in conformity with relevant regulatory standards following the provisions of European Council Directives 73 23 EEC Low Voltage Directive and 89 336 EEC amended by 92 31 EEC EMC Directive Information You Need in Germany Diese Modem Karte ist als Endeinrichtung v
40. equire an external terminator For more information on terminators see the instructions that came with the Apple LocalTalk RJ 11 Connector Kit See Configuring Your Network Connection on page 50 for information on configuring your LocalTalk connection Using Your PowerBook and Connecting toa Network 49 50 Chapter 2 Connecting to a 10Base T Ethernet Network The built in Ethernet capabilities of your Macintosh PowerBook allow you to connect to a standard 10 Mbit Ethernet network Ifa network administrator is responsible for network maintenance and upkeep at your location ask for help connecting your computer to the network To connect your Macintosh PowerBook to an Ethernet network use the Ethernet cable that came with your computer The connector on the cable looks like a standard telephone connector but it is wider To connect your PowerBook to an Ethernet network Open the cover on the computer s back panel to access your Ethernet connector labeled with a lt gt icon 2 Locate a modular Ethernet cable and connect one end of the cable to the network 3 Connect the free end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port Set up your PowerBook software to use Ethernet communication Configuring Your Network Connection After you physically connect your computer to a network you need to configure the software for your network connection using AppleTalk and or TCP IP You can find more information in the
41. er If you don t you could lose information and damage your equipment Where to add cable terminators when connecting a single SCSI device or erminator HDI 30 SCSI system cable if this SCSI device has an internal terminator omit this external terminator Connecting Additional Equipment 59 60 Chapter 3 Where to add cable terminators when connecting two or more SCSI devices PT TI T TE Terminator 7 7 If this SCSI device has an HDI 30 SCSI SCSI peripheral interface cables internal terminator omit system cable this external terminator Using Your Macintosh PowerBook as a Hard Disk The Apple HDI 30 SCSI Disk Adapter lets you connect your Macintosh PowerBook to another computer as a hard disk The PowerBook internal drive appears on the desktop of the other computer as a hard disk icon and you can transfer information between the computers by dragging files This feature is called SCSI disk mode The Apple HDI 30 SCSI Disk Adapter cable is dark gray is about 10 inches long and has 30 pins Important Your Macintosh PowerBook hard disk uses Mac OS Extended format also known as HFS Plus In order to use your PowerBook in SCSI disk mode the computer you are connecting to must be using Mac OS 8 1 or later If the computer is using an earlier version of system software you will not be able to see the files on your Power
42. erBook may tip backward when the expansion bay modules are removed in the next step 5 Pull out both expansion bay release levers to eject the modules or batteries in both the expansion bays aS SSS SSS OS 6 Remove the modules or batteries from both the expansion bays 7 With your thumbs positioned slightly below the keyboard place your fingers inside the expansion bays and locate the small plastic tabs that hold the keyboard in place The plastic tabs have small ridges on them and are located on the underside of the top shell of the PowerBook approximately one inch inside each expansion bay Plastic tab 8 Gently slide the plastic tabs toward you until you see the lower portion of the keyboard pop up 9 Lift the lower portion of the PowerBook keyboard up slightly and pull it back enough to displace the five metal tabs that hold the front of the keyboard in place Installing a RAM Expansion Card and Removing Your Hard Disk 77 10 Flip the keyboard over and lay it on the palm rests and trackpad 11 78 Chapter 4 2 Remove the two screws that secure the internal heat sink using a Phillips or Torx T 8 screwdriver and then lift it up by pulling on the small metal tab Warning The PowerBook internal heat sink may be hot If you have been using your PowerBook wait 10 minutes before continuing to let the internal components cool down Screws T Ciz D Sat Heat si
43. es to another IR equipped computer or connect to a wireless IrDA network SCSI port HDI 30 Connect up to seven external SCSI devices such as external hard drives or scanners Printer External modem port Connect to printer external modem or LocalTalk network External monitor port Connect to any external monitor with a VGA style connector or to any Macintosh monitor using the included adapter External TV out port Connect to any television VCR or other video device that supports S Video NTSC or PAL formats ADB port Connect a mouse external keyboard or other ADB device Ethernet port 10Base T Connect to a high speed 10Base T Ethernet network Power adapter port Connect the power adapter to your PowerBook When connected the power adapter provides power to your PowerBook and also charges the batteries inside the PowerBook PC Card slots Expand the capabilities of your PowerBook using these two PC Card slots that support both PCMCIA and CardBus formats Internal modem port some models Connect a standard phone line directly to the optional internal modem Left expansion bay with a PowerBook battery Dual function expansion bay that accepts either 3 5 inch removable modules or a PowerBook battery Sound input port Connect an external line level microphone or other sound input device Sound output port Connect external speakers headphones or other sound output device Setting Up 17 18 Chapter 1
44. eyboard and Internal Heat Sink 83 Contents 5 6 Contents Appendix Health Safety and Maintenance Tips 85 Health Related Information About Computer Use 85 Musculoskeletal Discomfort 85 Eye Fatigue 86 Arranging Your Work Area and Equipment 87 Chair 87 Keyboard and Trackpad 87 Mouse 88 Built In Display 88 External Monitor 88 Avoiding Fatigue 88 What About Electromagnetic Emissions 88 Important Care and Safety Instructions 89 Caution 90 Important 90 Caring for Batteries 91 Handling Floppy Disks 91 Handling CD and DVD Discs 92 Traveling With the Macintosh PowerBook 92 Airplanes and Airports 93 Handling Your Macintosh PowerBook 93 International Repair and Service 93 Storing the Macintosh PowerBook 93 Service and Support 94 Modem and Fax Safety 94 Communications Regulation Information FCC Declaration of Conformity 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 interference that may cause undesired operation See instructions if interference to radio or television reception is suspected Radio and Television Interference The equipment described in this manual generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy If it is not installed and used properly that is in strict accordance with Apple s instructions it may cause interference with
45. go to Chapter 4 Installing a RAM Expansion Card and Removing Your Hard Disk CHAP Using Your PowerBook and Connecting to a Network This chapter provides information and instructions on using the built in features of your Macintosh PowerBook such as expansion bays batteries and PC Card slots In addition this chapter describes connecting your PowerBook to a computer network and using your internal modem available on certain configurations only The information in this chapter will help you get started using the features of your PowerBook Many of these features such as networking and infrared communication require that you configure your system software or use specific applications You can find more information in the online help available in the Help menu In this chapter you will find information on using the following items expansion bays and expansion bay modules m batteries and power management PC Card slots that support PCMCIA and CardBus formats m infrared communication connecting to a local area network using your internal modem available on certain PowerBook configurations For information on connecting additional equipment such as printers and external monitors see Chapter 3 Connecting Additional Equipment 29 30 Chapter 2 Using the Expansion Bays Your PowerBook comes with dual function expansion bays that accept either expansion bay modules or PowerBook batteries Expansion bay m
46. hange PBX Using Your PowerBook and Connecting to a Network 55 CHAP Connecting Additional Equipment The illustration below shows where equipment should be connected to your Macintosh PowerBook In most cases you should refer to the documentation that came with your equipment for instructions on connecting The safest course is always to shut down your Macintosh PowerBook before you connect any cable other than the power adapter However you can connect external devices to the sound input port bee sound output port 4 printer external modem port 4 Apple Desktop Bus port and Ethernet port lt gt while the computer is on Power adapter port F Apple Desktop Bus lt gt Ethernet port IOl External 10BaseT monitor port 4 Sound output port KOC Sound input port Asks Printer external SCSI port vet External TV amp Internal modem modem port HDI 30 out port Infrared port some models Information is provided in this chapter for connecting the following devices printers and external modems SCSI devices external monitors and video display devices sound input and output devices mouse keyboard or other ADB devices security equipment to protect your PowerBook 57 58 Chapter 3 Connecting a Printer Your PowerBook has a printer external modem port which you use to connect a printer A io Printer External modem port The printer external modem port can accept either
47. he Special menu Close the display Store the computer in a cool dry place Storage temperatures should remain between 25 C and 60 C between 13 F and 140 F Avoid leaving the computer where temperatures may be extreme or unpredictable in the trunk of a car for example Health Safety and Maintenance Tips 93 94 Appendix Service and Support If your computer is malfunctioning but does not appear to be physically damaged shut it down and leave the power adapter plugged in if possible until you can get help If you know or suspect that your computer is physically damaged disconnect the power adapter remove the battery and do not use the computer until it can be repaired Important See the service and support information that came with your computer for information about customer assistance Modem and Fax Safety If you re planning to install telephone wiring or telephone jacks follow these precautions Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jacks are specifically designed for wet locations Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of shock from lightning Never use a telephone
48. ights The lights show how much charge is left in the battery A lighted square indicates that the battery has power an unlighted square indicates lack of charge The indicator lights remain lit for a few seconds Battery level oova Fully charged indicator lights 1000 3 4 charged Battery level nuo 1 2 charged indicator button nuud 1 4charged Note The battery level indicator lights stay on while the battery is being charged by the external power adapter When the battery is fully charged the lights turn off Responding to Low Power Messages When the battery runs low the computer displays a series of low power messages The work time remaining after you see the first message varies depending on how you are using the computer It s a good idea to act promptly What You Should Do When you see a low power message you should do one of the following m Plug in the external power adapter m Save your work and shut down the computer m Put the computer to sleep and quickly replace the depleted battery with a charged one What You Should Know When the first low power message appears the screen dims automatically to save power If you continue to work without plugging in the power adapter or changing the battery the computer displays a second low power message indicating that the computer is about to put itself to sleep Within a few seconds the computer goes to sleep automatically to protect the contents of RAM
49. iles with another PowerBook or with a desktop Macintosh using an external IR module You can also use IR to make a wireless connection to a network by means of a specialized local area network LAN access device that is compatible with the Infrared Data Association IrDA Standard specifications To transfer files your computer and the other IR device must be within range of each other with their IR windows facing The range depends on the devices and the method of communication Note For best results place the IR windows directly facing each other If the angle between the windows is greater than 10 degrees an IR connection may not be possible IR equipped PowerBook computers must be within 3 feet of each other to exchange files using the IRTalk transfer protocol at 230 kilobits per second Your computer must be within 3 feet of a LAN access device or another IrDA PowerBook to make a connection at a communications rate of up to 4 megabits per second For information on setting up your software for IR communication see the online help available in the Help menu Using Your PowerBook and Connecting to a Network 47 48 Chapter 2 Connecting to a Local Area Network Your computer has built in hardware allowing you to connect to the following types of networks LocalTalk To connect to a Local Talk network you plug a LocalTalk cable to the printer external modem port amp on the back of the PowerBook m Ethernet To con
50. ion If this doesn t work try restarting your computer Note The screen dimming feature in the Energy Saver control panel turns the screen brightness down to a low level when you haven t used the computer for a few minutes Dimming also affects the television When you move your finger on the trackpad or press a key on the keyboard the brightness is restored on both screens For information on screen dimming see the online help available in the Help menu Disconnecting an External Video Device Make sure your computer is shut down or in sleep Make sure your television or other external video device is switched off Disconnect the S video cable or S video adapter from the S video output port on the computer s back panel Connecting and Using Sound Input Devices Your computer has a built in microphone In addition you can connect a PlainTalk microphone to the external sound input port bee You can also connect a standard line level input microphone although it is not suitable for speech recognition You can find more information on using the microphone to record sounds in the online help available in the Help menu D looo re 0000000 O l RO Sound input port 4 Sound output port Note When using an external microphone set the volume to 50 percent and point the microphone away from the PowerBook speakers Pointing the microphone towards the speakers with the volume set to maximum may result in feedback Be
51. irchmount Road Markham Ontario L3R 5G2 800 263 3394 Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system if present are connected together This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas Warning Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician m Load number 0 3 The load number LN assigned to each terminal device denotes the percentage of the total load to be connected to the telephone loop that is used by the device to prevent overloading The termination of a loop may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the load numbers of all devices does not exceed 100 Telephone jack type CA 11 Informations Destin s aux Utilisateurs Canadiens L tiquette d Industrie Canada identifie un mat riel homologu Cette tiquette certifie que le mat riel est conforme certaines normes de protection d exploitation et de s curit des r seaux de t l communications Le Minist re n assure toutefois pas que le mat riel fonctionnera la satisfaction de l utilisateur Avant d installer ce mat riel l utilisateur doit s assurer qu il est permis de le raccorder au r seau de l entreprise locale de t l communication Le mat riel doit galement tre install en suivant
52. ive module and insert the battery follow these steps Place your PowerBook on a hard flat surface 2 Pull the left expansion bay release lever to partially eject the floppy disk drive module BEES EEE EEE SS 2 Slide the floppy disk drive module out of its compartment Gently slide the battery with the battery name facing up into the left expansion bay until the edge of the battery is flush with the left side of the PowerBook Be sure the battery is completely inserted If Your PowerBook Came With the Battery Installed New PowerBook computers that ship with a battery installed have a shipping label covering the battery to protect it from losing its charge completely You need to remove the label before the battery will provide power for the computer With the display open peel off the part of the shipping label on the computer s case taking care not to tear the label Pull the left expansion bay release lever to partially eject the battery Slide the battery out of its compartment Carefully remove the shipping label from the battery Avoid touching the battery s metal contacts as you peel off the label 5 Replace the battery Setting Up 19 Plugging In the Computer Plugging in the power adapter recharges the computer s battery You should plug in the power adapter in case the battery has drained during shipping or storage When you are ready to begin follow these steps 1 Plug
53. ke a moment to look over the information in this manual to find out about the new features of your Macintosh PowerBook Becoming Familiar With Your Macintosh PowerBook Your PowerBook is designed to keep you working productively in any location The information in this manual covers setting up using and expanding your PowerBook hardware With a PowerBook you have m easily configurable and expandable hardware m Mac OS system software along with software for connecting to the Internet m interactive online information and instructions for using the computer aseparate manual for troubleshooting and system software reinstallation Hardware at a Glance The illustrations on the next several pages show the built in features of your computer including the expansion bays PC Card slots and the ports for connecting a printer network and other external equipment 13 Your Computer s Components and Controls Display latch Microphone A Volume control 0 Brightness control Sleep indicator O Power button 4 Mute button Speaker a Security slot Expansion bay with a CD ROM or DVD ROM Left expansion drive inserted bay release lever Trackpad Trackpad button Right expansion bay release lever 14 Chapter 1 Sleep indicator Blinking green light indicates when the PowerBook is in sleep Power button Turns your PowerBook on and off Microphone Record sounds directly to your PowerBook
54. lug from your Apple authorized dealer If you are using a power strip make sure it is turned on If you are connecting an Apple compatible monitor attach the monitor adapter shown on the next page that came with your computer to one end of the external monitor s cable If you are connecting a VGA or SVGA monitor skip this step 7 10 Make sure the other end of the monitor s cable is attached to the monitor Then attach the end of the cable with the monitor adapter if you connected it to the external monitor port ION on the back of the PowerBook IOl External monitor port Monitor adapter Monitor cable to Macintosh compatible monitor If you are connecting a VGA or SVGA monitor do not use the adapter Connect the monitor cable directly to the external monitor port on the PowerBook Turn on the external monitor Press the Power button to turn on or wake your computer The external monitor is automatically activated Click the Resolution icon in the Control Strip and select a resolution from the menu that appears Resolution icon If you select an external monitor resolution that matches the standard built in resolution of your PowerBook display the same image will appear on both the display and the external monitor known as simulscan or video mirroring If you choose a different resolution the PowerBook display will go dark and images will appear only on the external monitor For mor
55. mputer a few moments to start up As the computer starts up several messages appear on the screen including an application to help you set up the Mac OS Note Certain system settings such as sound volume screen brightness and AppleTalk connection may not be saved the first time you set them if the battery has been completely discharged or has been out of the computer for three days or more You will need to reset these system settings the second time you start up the computer Problems Turning the Computer On Nothing happened when you pressed the Power button The battery may be drained Make sure that you plugged in the power adapter and that the power adapter is firmly connected to both the computer and a power source If the power adapter is plugged into a power strip make sure the power strip is plugged in and turned on If the computer doesn t start up when you press the Power button hold down the Shift Function fn and Control ctrl keys and then press the Power button O The Sleep indicator light glows briefly while the computer goes through a reset process After the power indicator light turns off wait a few seconds and then press the Power button again to start up the computer Once the battery has charged you should be able to use the Power button normally If the computer still doesn t turn on see the troubleshooting manual that came with your computer There is a slight delay after you press the power but
56. nd forced into an unnatural position The exact causes of RSIs are not totally understood but in addition to awkward posture such factors as the amount of repetition the force used in the activity the individual s physiology workplace stress level and lifestyle may affect the likelihood of experiencing an RSI 85 86 Appendix RSIs did not suddenly arise when computers were invented tennis elbow and writer s cramp for example are two RSIs that have been with us for a long time Although less common than other RSIs one serious RSI discussed more often today is a wrist problem called carpal tunnel syndrome which may be aggravated by improper use of computer keyboards This nerve disorder results from excessive pressure on the median nerve as it passes through the wrist to the hand This section offers advice on setting up your work area to enhance your comfort while you use your computer Since the effects of repetitive movements associated with using a computer can be compounded by those of other work and leisure activities to produce or aggravate physical problems proper use of your computer system must be considered as just one element of a healthy lifestyle No one of course can guarantee that you won t have problems even when you follow the most expert advice on using computer equipment You should always check with a qualified health specialist if muscle joint or eye problems occur Eye Fatigue Eye fatigue can occur whe
57. nect to a high speed Ethernet network you plug an Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port lt gt on the back of the PowerBook Once your computer is connected to a network see the online help available in the Help menu for information about printing to a network printer accessing information on file servers and sharing files on your computer with other users Ask your network administrator for information about network services such as Internet access and electronic mail Connecting to a LocalTalk Network To connect your Macintosh PowerBook to a LocalTalk network you need LocalTalk cables and a LocalTalk adapter available from your Apple authorized dealer If a network administrator is responsible for network maintenance and upkeep at your location ask for help connecting your computer to the network To connect your Macintosh to a LocalTalk network do the following Open the cover on the computer s back panel to access the printer external modem port labeled with the amp icon Attach the LocalTalk adapter to the printer external modem port EAS printer Exterral modem port 3 Attach a network cable between the LocalTalk adapter connected to your computer and a LocalTalk adapter on your existing network 4 Ifyou are using a LocalTalk adapter with RJ 11 telephone connectors connect a terminator to the unused RJ 11 connector on the LocalTalk adapter A LocalTalk adapter with DIN 8 connectors doesn t r
58. ned X ray machine or metal detector should cause no damage to your Macintosh PowerBook But the motors that drive the belts on some security machines have magnets that can damage your information To avoid problems place the Macintosh PowerBook close to the entrance of the machine and remove it as soon as possible At most airports you can also have the computer hand inspected by security personnel Security officials may require you to turn the Macintosh PowerBook on Make sure you have a charged battery on hand To speed up the security process have your PowerBook in sleep instead of shut down Handling Your Macintosh PowerBook The safety instructions earlier in this appendix also apply when you are traveling In addition note these precautions Do not transport your Macintosh PowerBook while it is turned on Put your computer to sleep or shut it down before you move it Do not check your computer as baggage Carry it with you International Repair and Service Apple s limited warranty covers your Macintosh PowerBook for one year regardless of where it is purchased The Apple authorized service providers in more than 80 countries can handle most repairs unless the repair involves a component specific to another area of the world Bring a copy of your proof of purchase with you Storing the Macintosh PowerBook Save your work on a hard disk or floppy disks Press the Power button and click Shut Down or choose Shut Down from t
59. never the eyes are focused on a nearby object for a long time This problem occurs because the eye muscles must work harder to view an object that s closer than about 20 feet 6 meters Improper lighting can hasten the development of eye fatigue Although eye fatigue is annoying there s no evidence that it leads to permanent damage Whenever you re engaged in an activity that involves close up work such as reading a magazine doing craft work or using a computer be sure to have sufficient glare free lighting and give your eyes frequent rest breaks by looking up and focusing on distant objects Remember to have your eyes examined regularly To prevent discomfort and eye fatigue Arrange your work space so that the furniture is properly adjusted for you and doesn t contribute to an awkward working posture m Take frequent short breaks to give your muscles and eyes a chance to rest Arranging Your Work Area and Equipment The suggestions in this section can help you work more comfortably with you computer Chair 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 The back of the chair should support your lower back lumbar region Follow the manufacturer s instructions for adjusting the backrest to fit your body properly Keyboard and Trackpad When you use the keyboard and trackpad your shoulders should be rel
60. nk Small metal tab You now have access to the internal components of your PowerBook Installing a RAM Expansion Card To install a RAM expansion card in your PowerBook follow these steps Important Make sure that the RAM expansion card you are installing is made for your Macintosh PowerBook model Components designed for other PowerBook models will not work with your computer 1 Ifyou have not already done so remove the PowerBook keyboard and internal heat sink as described in Removing the Keyboard and Internal Heat Sink on page 75 2 Locate the empty RAM expansion slot Note If you ordered your PowerBook with additional memory this slot may already have a RAM card installed NN RAM expansion slot 3 Gently touch the metal surface on the right side of the inside of the computer to discharge any static electricity built up on your body This prevents damage to your Macintosh PowerBook or RAM card Don t walk around while installing the card If you do touch the metal surface again to discharge any static electricity Installing a RAM Expansion Card and Removing Your Hard Disk 79 4 Position the RAM expansion card at a 30 degree angle Line up the notch in the PowerBook RAM expansion card with the small tab in the RAM expansion slot 5 Push the RAM expansion card into the plastic expansion slot You may feel some resistance If you are having trouble inserting the card try pushing one side at a time
61. nnect the modem to see if the problem goes away If it doesn t report the problem either to your local telephone company or to your company s telecommunications people If disconnecting the modem eliminates the problem the modem itself may need service See the service and support information that came with your Apple product for instructions on how to contact Apple or an Apple authorized service provider for assistance If you do not disconnect your modem when it is adversely affecting the telephone line the telephone company has the right to disconnect your service temporarily until you correct the problem The telephone company will notify you as soon as possible Also you will be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC The telephone company may make changes in its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the operation of your equipment If this happens the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service The optional internal modem will not work with party lines cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and may not work with a private branch exchange PBX Telephone Consumer Protection Act The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contain
62. not work with the display closed The computer s back panel has a VGA style connector You can connect the cable for a VGA style monitor directly to your PowerBook To connect an Apple compatible monitor to your PowerBook you must use the video adapter that came with the computer Images can appear on the internal display the external monitor or both depending on your choice of resolution on the external monitor When an image appears on both screens it is exactly the same this feature is known as simulscan or video mirroring You cannot move the pointer or menu bar from one screen to the other as you can when a second display is connected to most Macintosh desktop computers Important Video mirroring works only with the PowerBook display s standard resolution For example when the 12 1 display is set to its standard resolution 800 x 600 or the 14 1 display is set to its standard resolution 1024 x 768 the display can mirror the external monitor However if you switch the resolution to 640 x 480 the built in display will go dark because scaled resolutions cannot be used for video mirroring When an external monitor offers the same resolution as the PowerBook s internal display the image appears on both screens the first time you turn on the computer Ifa multiple resolution external monitor provides a list of its capabilities the list appears in the Control Strip Otherwise the system uses a resolution of
63. ny kind of cleaning solutions on your PowerBook trackpad Setting Up 25 26 Chapter 1 Putting the Computer to Sleep Sleep is a power conservation feature of Macintosh PowerBook computers that lets you quickly wake the computer and bypass the startup process You can extend the period of time your battery will power the computer by putting the PowerBook to sleep when you won t be using it for several minutes or more The length of time the computer can be left in sleep depends on how much charge is left in the battery When the computer is in sleep it has a darkened screen and appears to be off A small green light flashes on the case when the computer is in sleep To put the computer to sleep follow these instructions Press the Power button The following dialog box appears A Are you sure you want to shut down your computer now Cesar Cie Conce Guroo Click the Sleep button Warning Once you put your computer to sleep listen for the hard disk to stop spinning before you move your PowerBook Moving your computer while the hard disk is spinning can damage your computer You can also put your computer to sleep by doing one of the following m closing the display m choosing Sleep from the Special menu m Clicking the Energy Settings icon in the Control Strip and choosing Sleep Now from the menu that appears see devo mere 60 Energy Settings icon To wake the computer press the Power button
64. o disc icon appears on your screen do this Expansion Bay icon m Press the Open button on your drive If you can t eject a disc try this method m Ifthe standard methods of ejecting a disc do not work or the computer is shut down you can eject the disc manually Carefully insert the end of a pen or straightened paper clip into the small recessed button next to the eject button and push firmly until the tray disengages Take the disc out of the tray Store your discs in a safe place away from heat dust and moisture Push the tray in to close it To avoid possible damage to the tray or the drive keep the tray closed when you are not using it Power Sources Your computer can draw its operating power either from a PowerBook battery in one of the expansion bays or from an external power source using the external power adapter that came with your computer AC Power You can run your computer from an electrical outlet by plugging in the external power adapter that came with your computer A battery in an expansion bay will automatically be charged whenever the external power adapter is plugged in Important Be sure to use only the external power adapter that came with your computer or one made specifically for this PowerBook model Main Battery The main lithium ion Lilon battery provides power to your computer when it is not plugged into an electrical outlet This battery should provide power for 2 3 5 hours of w
65. odem is ready to use Connecting SCSI Devices You can attach up to seven SCSI devices including hard disk drives CD ROM drives and scanners to your computer by linking them together in a chain that starts at your computer s SCSI port To connect a SCSI device to your Macintosh PowerBook you need an Apple HDI 30 SCSI System Cable or equivalent This cable is light gray is about 19 inches long and has 29 pins one missing pin on the end that connects to the PowerBook Refer to the manuals that came with your SCSI devices for instructions on installing any necessary software setting SCSI ID numbers and connecting SCSI cables and SCSI terminators The illustrations on the next page briefly describe the proper positioning of SCSI terminators A SCSI chain of devices must include a terminator on the first and last devices in the chain but nowhere else in the chain Some devices include internal terminators Your Macintosh PowerBook is internally terminated The names and the part numbers of the cables mentioned in this chapter are as follows Type of Connection Name of Part Part Number From your computer to a SCSI device Apple HDI 30 SCSI System M2538 A Cable From SCSI device to SCSI device Apple SCSI Peripheral M0207 Interface Cable For SCSI disk mode Apple HDI 30 SCSI Disk M2539 A Adapter Cable Warning When connecting SCSI equipment always turn off power to all devices in the chain including your comput
66. odules such as a floppy disk drive CD ROM drive or DVD ROM drive are removable which allows you to easily switch or replace them with another module Important Only use expansion bay modules and batteries specifically designed for this PowerBook Expansion bay modules and batteries from other PowerBook computers are not compatible Dual function expansion bays give you maximum flexibility in setting up your PowerBook to meet your needs For example if you are working with your PowerBook at home or in the office and you have the power adapter plugged in you can have a floppy disk drive module in one expansion bay and a CD ROM or DVD ROM drive module in the other expansion bay If you are traveling on a long plane trip you can have a battery in each expansion bay Left expansion bay Using Expansion Bay Modules Expansion bay modules and PowerBook batteries are inserted and removed in the same way You can switch expansion bay modules while the PowerBook is turned on in sleep or shut down You should change batteries only when the PowerBook is shut down or in sleep unless there is a charged battery in the other expansion bay For more information on PowerBook batteries see Power Sources on page 37 Important Don t switch modules while the computer is starting up Also take care not to remove a module if a floppy disk CD ROM disc or other media is inserted even if the computer is in sleep If you remove a module
67. online help available in the Help menu Using Your PowerBook s Optional Internal Modem Some models of the Macintosh PowerBook come with an internal modem card installed in the communications slot inside your computer To see if a modem is installed open the modem panel on the left side of the computer If you see a connector for a phone line then the modem is installed Modem panel Phone line connector Setting Up Your Modem s Connections To use the internal modem you need the following the single line telephone cord supplied with your PowerBook which has a standard RJ 11 phone connector at each end an analog telephone line the type found in most homes with a modular jack You can find more information on setting up your modem communication software to work with your PowerBook internal modem in the online help available in the Help menu Connecting the Telephone Line to the Modem Follow these steps to connect the telephone line to the modem Open the cover on the left side of the computer to expose the modem telephone line connector Locate the telephone cord that came with your PowerBook Important Use the telephone cord that came with your computer or an equivalent single line telephone cord Other types of telephone cords may not work correctly with the modem Using Your PowerBook and Connecting to a Network 541 52 Chapter 2 3 4 Plug one end of the telephone cord into the internal mo
68. orgesehen und muss an ein TAE mit F Kodierung angeschlossen werden Diese Endeinrichtung ist in Konformit t gem ss Niederspannungsrichtlinie 73 23 EWG sowie EMC Richtlinien 89 336 EWG und 92 31 EWG Information You Need in France Ce mat riel est conforme aux normes applicables de s curit l ctrique d apr s la directive 73 23 CEE et aux normes applicables de comptabilit l ctromagn tique d apr s la directive 89 336 CEE modifi par la directive 92 31 CEE Communications Regulation Information Laser Information Warning Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified in your equipment s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet containing the laser The laser beam used in this product is harmful to the eyes The use of optical instruments such as magnifying lenses with this product increases the potential hazard to your eyes For your safety have this equipment serviced only by an Apple authorized service provider Your computer is a Class 1 laser product The Class 1 label located in a user accessible area indicates that the drive meets minimum safety requirements A service warning label is located in a service accessible area The labels on your product may differ slightly from the ones shown here DANGER mestie laver raaton when open AVOND ORECT EXPOSURE TO SEAM CAUTION ampse LASER RADUTION UMN CHEN HHO PORSE
69. ork time you may get longer work time depending on the Macintosh PowerBook model you have and the battery conservation features you use You can find more information about the battery and power conservation software that came with your PowerBook in the online help available in the Help menu Note The Lilon battery is charged whenever the external power adapter is connected However the adapter will charge the battery more quickly if the computer is shut down or in sleep Optional Second Battery You can configure your computer with a battery in each expansion bay This configuration is especially useful when you need to use your PowerBook under battery power for a long amount of time such as on a long plane flight You can purchase a second battery from an Apple authorized dealer Note When fully charged batteries are installed in both expansion bays the batteries are discharged one at a time The battery in the left expansion bay is discharged first When the charge in the left battery is depleted the PowerBook switches to the battery in the right expansion bay Using Your PowerBook and Connecting to a Network 37 Recharging the Battery To recharge the battery inside the computer plug in the external power adapter You may also use an external battery charger designed specifically for your Macintosh PowerBook model available from other manufacturers When the AC adapter is plugged in the Lilon battery is recharged whether the
70. ovide additional battery savings but may affect system performance For instructions see the online help available in the Help menu Remove CD ROM and DVD ROM discs when they are not in use m Set the hard disk to spin down after a short time interval m Set your PowerBook display to turn off instead of dim when not in use Reduce screen brightness using the brightness control 6 on the PowerBook case m Set your PowerBook to sleep after inactivity of 5 minutes or less Take advantage of the sleep feature of your PowerBook whenever your work is interrupted You just need to close the display to put the computer in sleep You can find more information on the power conservation software and battery conservation tips in the online help available in the Help menu Note If your PowerBook came with an internal modem it does not support the Energy Saver feature Wake up when the modem detects a ring Removing or Replacing the Battery PowerBook batteries are removed in the same way that expansion bay modules are To remove or replace the battery follow these steps Place your PowerBook on a hard flat surface 2 Save your work and then shut down the computer put it to sleep or plug in the power adapter 3 Pull the expansion bay release lever to eject the PowerBook battery o se LS sen cesse SESS SSS Gently slide the battery out of the expansion bay Push the charged battery into the expansion b
71. p into the hole next to the slot that contains the card and press gently but firmly until the card is ejected a SS EES RER X CISA Se EASES Ifyou can t eject a card insert the end of a straightened paper clip into the bole next to the slot This hole is for the upper slot Pull the card out of the slot Using a Zoomed Video PC Card The lower PC Card slot has circuitry for handling video signals called zoomed video You can purchase PC Cards to which you can provide a video signal from a video camera VCR or other such device The zoomed video card can only be used in the lower slot With a zoomed video card installed the PowerBook can display video on the computer s screen or on an external monitor while performing other tasks at the same time If you purchase a zoomed video PC Card be sure it has software that works with your PowerBook Using Your PowerBook and Connecting to a Network 45 46 Chapter 2 Using a PC Card Modem If your PowerBook does not come with a built in modem you can purchase a PC Card modem For information on using your built in modem see the section Using Your PowerBook s Optional Internal Modem on page 51 If you are using a PC Card modem make sure you do the following Install the communications software you want to use and any software that came with your modem Insert the PC Card modem APC Card modem icon appears on the desk
72. portant Use the computer only in environments where the temperature range is between 50 F 10 C and 95 F 35 C Do not expose the computer to very low less than 13 F 25 C or very high more than 140 F 60 C temperatures If the computer has been in a cold place for several hours let it warm up to room temperature before you use it Caring for Batteries Always handle batteries carefully Do not short circuit the battery terminals that is do not touch both terminals with a metal object Do not carry loose batteries in a pocket or purse where they may mix with coins keys or other metal objects Doing so may cause an explosion or a fire Do not drop puncture disassemble mutilate or incinerate the battery Recharge batteries only as described in this manual and only in ventilated areas Do not leave batteries in hot locations such as the trunk of a car for more than a day or two Intense heat can shorten battery life Do not leave a battery in storage for longer than 6 months without recharging it Handling Floppy Disks Store disks at Do not use a temperatures pencil or an between 50 F eraser on a disk and 125 F or disk label 125 F 52 C 50 F 10 C Do not touch the Keep disks away exposed part of the from magnets disk behind the metal shutter Health Safety and Maintenance Tips 91 92 Appendix Handling CD and DVD Discs Do not expose
73. r service If you attempt to install additional RAM yourself any damage you may cause to your equipment will not be covered by the limited warranty on your computer See an Apple authorized dealer or service provider for additional information about this or any other warranty question Getting Ready Before you open your computer you need to make sure that you have a Phillips or a Torx T 8 screwdriver available from a hardware or electronics supply store Removing the Keyboard and Internal Heat Sink The design of your Macintosh PowerBook allows you to easily access the internal components of the computer by removing the keyboard The steps in this section explain how to remove the PowerBook keyboard and internal heat sink to access the RAM expansion slot and internal hard disk Place your PowerBook on a hard flat surface 75 2 If your PowerBook is turned on press the Power button In the Shut Down dialog box click Shut Down Warning The internal components including the internal heat sink of your PowerBook may be hot If you have been using your PowerBook wait 10 minutes before continuing to let the internal components cool down 3 Unplug the power adapter and any other devices from the back of your PowerBook Unplug any phone line from the internal modem 4 Adjust your display so that it is at a 90 degree angle to the computer If your display is tilted too far back your Pow
74. rd when the computer is in sleep To eject a PC Card when the computer is on follow these steps If the computer is in sleep press the Power button to wake it Make sure that nothing is blocking the card slot Click the PC Card s icon to select it Drag the card s icon to the Trash to eject it from the card slot The card will partially eject from the card slot Pull the card out of the slot If you want to use the card again immediately pull it out about an inch more wait 10 seconds and then push it back in Warning Do not force a PC Card out of the slot Doing so may damage your computer or PC Card You can also eject a PC Card by doing the following Click the card s icon to select it Then choose Put Away from the File menu or Eject from the Special menu After the card is ejected pull it out of the slot Ifa dimmed icon of the card remains on the desktop drag it to the Trash Press the eject button for the slot containing the PC Card you want to eject If the card is not in use it will usually be ejected Important Try to use the eject buttons only when the computer is turned off Many PC Cards won t eject this way if the computer is on SEES eS BEE RES C A upper PC card If You Can t Eject a Card If you are unable to eject a card follow these steps Shut down the PowerBook Straighten one end of a paper clip Insert the end of the straightened paper cli
75. resolution to a scaled resolution To do so click the Resolution icon in the Control Strip When you switch to a scaled resolution items on the screen appear larger making them easier to see eee TEE Jo D Resolution icon Note Scaled resolutions may not appear as sharp as the standard display resolution Moving Items on the Screen You use your PowerBook trackpad to move items and select items on the screen 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 press the trackpad button SSS ER S LS SN ES LS xX IER x Trackpad Trackpad button The trackpad is sensitive to how fast 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 You can find more information on setting up your PowerBook trackpad in the online help available in the Help menu Tips for Using the Trackpad For best results when using the trackpad keep in mind these tips Use your index finger left or right hand Use only one finger Use only your finger on the trackpad Do not use a pen or any other object Keep your finger and the trackpad dry If the trackpad becomes moist from humidity or condensation gently wipe the trackpad with a clean cloth before you use it m Never use a
76. s in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission the date and time it was sent and an identification of the business or other entity or individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine of such business entity or individual Communications Regulation Information Information You Need in Canada The Industry Canada IC label identifies certified equipment This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirements The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to a user s satisfaction Before installing this equipment make sure that you are permitted to connect to the facilities of the local telecommunications company Be sure you use an acceptable method of connection to install the equipment In some cases you may extend the company s internal wiring for single line individual service by means of a certified telephone extension cord Be aware however that compliance with these conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier Any equipment malfunctions or repairs or alterations that you make to this equipment may cause the telecommunications company to request that you disconnect the equipment In Canada contact Apple at 7495 B
77. s or files that may be using it Then do one of the following m Drag the icon of the floppy disk CD or other media that is inserted in the module to the Trash Click the icon of the floppy disk CD or other media that is inserted in the module and choose Put Away from the File menu or choose Eject from the Special menu Click the Expansion Bay icon in the Control Strip and choose Make Right Module Removable from the menu that appears Using Your PowerBook and Connecting to a Network 31 To be sure that the computer isn t using the module wait 5 seconds after quitting programs and ejecting a disk before you remove the module 3 Pull the expansion bay release lever to eject the module When the lever is completely extended the module will be partially out of the expansion bay Important If you see a message telling you to reinsert the module the module is still in use Reinsert the module and repeat step 2 4 Gently slide the expansion bay module out of the computer 32 Chapter 2 Inserting an Expansion Bay Module The PowerBook battery and the optional floppy disk drive module can be placed in either expansion bay The CD ROM or DVD ROM drive module because of its larger size can only be put in the right expansion bay To insert an expansion bay module follow these steps If the expansion bay that you want to use already has a module in place remove it as described in the previo
78. sh PowerBook were an external disk drive Quitting SCSI Disk Mode Shut down the computer your PowerBook is connected to Press the Power button on the PowerBook Turn off any other SCSI devices in the chain Disconnect the PowerBook from the adapter cable Important Do not leave the adapter cable attached to the PowerBook If you do the computer will behave as though it is still in SCSI disk mode when you try to restart If necessary disconnect the adapter cable from the other computer or its SCSI chain You can leave the adapter cable attached if you wish Your equipment is now ready for normal use If you disconnected the adapter cable from the other computer or SCSI chain make sure that the SCSI chain is properly terminated Using an External Monitor You can connect an external monitor to your Macintosh PowerBook The types of monitors you can use with this model and the way images are displayed on an external monitor differ somewhat from the features available with other PowerBook computers To make the best choice of an external monitor keep the following in mind Your PowerBook can support a variety of external monitors including 17 inch and 20 inch multiple scan displays Your PowerBook display must be open when you use an external monitor because heat from the PowerBook is partially dissipated through the keyboard Closing the display will cause the PowerBook to go to sleep Macintosh PowerBook G3 Series computers do
79. t the brightness and contrast of the screen when you take the computer from one work location to another or if the lighting in your work area changes External Monitor If you use an external monitor this suggestion may be helpful m If possible arrange the monitor so the top of the screen is slightly below your eye level when you re sitting at the keyboard The best distance from your eyes to the screen is up to you although most people seem to prefer 18 to 28 inches 45 to 70 cm Avoiding Fatigue Change your seated position stand up or stretch whenever you start to feel tired Frequent short breaks are helpful in reducing fatigue m Allow adequate work space so that you can work comfortably Place papers or other items so you can view them easily while using your computer A document stand may make reading papers more comfortable Eye muscles must work harder to focus on nearby objects Occasionally focus your eyes on a distant object and blink often while you work Clean your screen regularly Keeping the screen clean helps reduce unwanted reflections What About Electromagnetic Emissions There has been recent public discussion of the possible health effects of prolonged exposure to extremely low frequency ELF and very low frequency VLF electromagnetic fields Such fields are associated with electromagnetic sources such as television sets electrical wiring and some household appliances as well as computer monitors
80. ted in these ways Connection speed Initially your modem tries to connect at its fastest speed If the remote modem cannot connect at this speed your modem tries to use the next highest speed The two modems continue this fallback process until they find the highest speed supported by both There are several circumstances that may prevent your modem from communicating at its fastest speed For example the telephone number you use to connect to your ISP may not support the fastest speed of your modem m Error control Error control ensures data accuracy Your modem and the remote modem must agree on an error control method Your modem will try to use one of the methods it supports If the remote modem doesn t support any of these methods error control isn t used Modems can still communicate reliably without error control Data compression Compression increases the speed of data transmission by up to four times Your modem will try to use one of the data compression methods it supports If the remote modem doesn t support any of these methods data compression isn t used Modems can still communicate reliably without data compression Your modem is set up to make the best possible connection with other modems automatically You do not need to do anything Software for Your Modem Your Macintosh PowerBook comes with modem software including programs to connect to the Internet and to send and receive faxes Some of this softwar
81. think of dimming as display sleep Dimming also affects the external monitor When you move your finger on the trackpad or press a key on the keyboard the brightness is restored on both screens For information and instructions on setting screen dimming see the online help available in the Help menu The PowerBook goes to sleep when you close the display The PowerBook display must be open when using an external monitor Disconnecting an External Monitor Make sure your computer is shut down or in sleep Make sure your monitor is switched off Disconnect the monitor cable for a VGA style monitor or monitor adapter for an Apple monitor from the external monitor port on the computer s back panel Using an External Video Display or Recording Device Your PowerBook has an S video output port labeled with the amp icon where you can connect an external video display or recording device such as a television videocassette recorder VCR or video projection system Note Due to the display limitations of most televisions images displayed on the television screen will be of lower quality than images on the built in display or an external monitor For best results always use an S video connection when available Using the S video output port you can display your PowerBook desktop on a television screen and record images from the desktop to a VCR amp S video output port Warning The S video output port labeled with the amp
82. to report a gas leak while in the vicinity of the leak Important Disconnect the telephone line from the PowerBook before removing the keyboard to access the internal components
83. ton before the computer starts up Every time you press the power button the PowerBook performs a check of the computer s memory causing a slight delay in startup The more memory you have installed in the PowerBook the longer the delay You see a picture of a disk with a blinking question mark on the screen This icon usually means that the computer can t find system software on the hard disk or any disks attached to the computer You may need to reinstall system software See the troubleshooting manual that came with your computer Setting Up 23 24 Chapter 1 Adjusting the Internal Display Before you begin working with your new PowerBook you may need to adjust your display so that items on the screen are easy to see Your PowerBook comes with a control labeled with the icon that adjusts screen brightness ee 8 Brightness control O ei TT e SSS ESE eee ae SEN SEES 5 a m Use the brightness control to change the brightness of your display If your display is too dark press and hold the right side of the brightness control labeled with the icon until items are easily visible on the screen If your display is too bright press and hold the left side of the brightness control labeled with the icon until items are easily visible on the screen Adjusting the Resolution of the Internal Display You can increase the size of images on your built in display by switching from the standard
84. top Plug your modem into a working phone line To set up and connect follow the instructions that came with your modem and communications software If you are having problems setting up your PC Card modem try the following Make sure to choose your PC Card modem in your communications software Some modem files come with your PowerBook If your PC Card modem is not listed check the software that came with your modem If you find the file for your modem drag it to the Modem Scripts folder inside the Extensions folder which is in the System Folder If you can t find the file for your modem try using the modem file for a different model from the same manufacturer If this doesn t help you may be able to get the correct modem file from your PC Card modem s manufacturer m Make sure to choose the port for your PC Card modem The port shows the modem name or type rather than the name of the PC Card slot Some programs use a virtual port the Data Port to allow fax and data applications to share the modem See the instructions that came with your modem and communications software to determine the specific setup procedure You must reselect the port if you remove the modem and later put it in the other slot Using the Infrared File Transfer Capability Your PowerBook comes with built in infrared IR communication features that let you send and receive data without wires IR window With IR communications you can exchange f
85. us section Gently slide the module into the expansion bay until the edge of the module is flush with the side of the PowerBook and you hear the module click into place Make sure that you insert the module with the label facing up Insert the module with the label facing up Note The right expansion bay can accept the wide 5 25 inch CD ROM or DVD ROM drive module or the narrower floppy disk drive module or PowerBook battery When a narrower device is in the expansion bay a small flap covers the empty part of the bay When the wider CD ROM or DVD ROM drive module is inserted the flap folds into the bay Using Your PowerBook and Connecting to a Network 33 Using a Disc in the CD ROM or DVD ROM Drive Inserting a Disc To load a disc in the drive follow these steps 1 Make sure that the CD ROM or DVD ROM drive module is inserted into the right expansion bay Start up the PowerBook if it s not already on Press the Open button on the outside of the module to open its tray Important Do not touch the drive lens 34 Chapter 2 5 Place a disc in the tray with the label facing up Make sure the disc is lying flat in the tray and is seated firmly on the spindle Se are a SER ES Insert the disc label side up Note CD ROM and DVD ROM drives have small locks on the drive spindle that securely hold the disc in place When inserting a disc over these locks you may need to
86. ut of the PowerBook Always store your internal hard disk in a safe place and avoid contact with the hard disk connectors 82 Chapter 4 1 2 3 4 Replacing the Keyboard and Internal Heat Sink Follow the steps in this section to replace your PowerBook keyboard Insert the internal heat sink and replace the two screws to secure it in place L Screws Press down on the bottom portion of the heat sink to secure it into place Flip the keyboard back on top of the opening in your PowerBook Insert the five small tabs at the top of the keyboard into the opening in the PowerBook case 5 Press down on the lower portion of the keyboard until it snaps into place 6 Replace the expansion bay modules Installing a RAM Expansion Card and Removing Your Hard Disk 83 You are now ready to start working with your PowerBook again Warning Never turn on your PowerBook G3 Series computer unless all of its internal and external parts are in place Operating the computer when it is open or missing parts can be dangerous and can damage your computer 84 Chapter 4 APPEN Health Safety and Maintenance Tips Health Related Information About Computer Use Muscle soreness eye fatigue and other discomforts and injuries sometimes associated with using computers can occur from performing any number of activities In fact misuse of the same muscles during multiple activities can create a problem that might not otherwise exist For ex
87. you need to Be sure that you always do the following Keep your PowerBook G3 Series computer away from sources of liquids such as washbasins bathtubs shower stalls and so on m Protect your PowerBook G3 Series computer from dampness or wet weather such as rain snow and so on Read all the installation instructions carefully before you plug your PowerBook G3 Series computer into a wall socket Keep these instructions handy for reference by you and others Follow all instructions and warnings dealing with your system Warning Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused Operation of this product or similar products must always be supervised by an adult Do not allow children access to the interior of any electrical product and do not permit them to handle any cables To clean the case do the following Disconnect the power plug Pull the plug not the cord Wipe the surfaces lightly with a clean soft cloth dampened with water Clean the screen with soft lint free paper Health Safety and Maintenance Tips 89 90 Appendix Caution If you have a problem with your computer and nothing in the computer manual solves the problem take the computer to your Apple authorized dealer or service provider Attempting to repair the computer yourself may void the limited warranty Do not move the computer when you can hear its hard disk spinning When you put the computer to sleep wait until the screen is blank b

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