Apple Macintosh Performa 6200Cd Series Users Manual

Power Macintosh 6200 series 0308236APRF626300CDUG

6200CD Series to the manual f901ceff-4240-4667-9a38-54419396e636

2015-02-02

: Apple Apple-Macintosh-Performa-6200Cd-Series-Users-Manual-418390 apple-macintosh-performa-6200cd-series-users-manual-418390 apple pdf

Open the PDF directly: View PDF .
Page Count: 134

Download
Open PDF In Browser	View PDF



Macintosh Performa

User’s Guide
Includes setup, troubleshooting, and health-related information
for Macintosh Performa 6200CD and 6300CD series computers

K Apple Computer, Inc.
© 1995 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. Your rights to the software are governed by the accompanying
software license agreement.
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
Apple, the Apple logo, AppleScript, AppleTalk, EtherTalk, LaserWriter, LocalTalk, Macintosh,
MacTCP, Performa, and PowerTalk are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the
U.S. and other countries.
AppleCD, Apple Desktop Bus, Apple Extra, Balloon Help, Disk First Aid, Extensions Manager,
Finder, Macintosh PC Exchange, Power Macintosh, and QuickDraw GX are trademarks of
Apple Computer, Inc.
Adobe, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and PostScript are trademarks of Adobe Systems
Incorporated, which may be registered in certain jurisdictions.
ExposurePro is a registered trademark of Baseline Publishing, Inc.
Helvetica and Times are registered trademarks of Linotype-Hell Company.
IBM is a registered trademark, and PowerPC and the PowerPC logo are trademarks, of
International Business Machines Corporation, used under license therefrom.
Motorola is a registered trademark of Motorola Corporation.
QMS is a registered trademark of QMS, Inc.
QuarkXPress is a registered trademark of Quark, Inc.
SuperPaint is a registered trademark of Aldus Corporation.
Tektronix is a registered trademark of Tektronix, Inc.
Simultaneously published in the United States and Canada.
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.

Contents

Communications regulation information

Preface Welcome to Macintosh
1 Getting Started

Plugging in the computer

Installing an expansion card
Connecting a monitor

Connecting the mouse and keyboard
Connecting other equipment
Turning the computer on
Problems starting up?
What’s next?

8
8

Learning the basics
Reviewing the basics

12
13

Turning the computer off
Where to find answers

14
15

iii

2 Getting Help

Getting answers to your questions

Identifying objects on the screen
Learning useful shortcuts

3 Connecting Additional Equipment

Where to connect additional equipment

Connecting an Apple PlainTalk Microphone
Connecting external stereo speakers
Expanding memory

Connecting to an Ethernet network
Installing internal drives

4 Using Programs and Backing Up Disks
Installing application programs

Working with several programs at a time
Protecting the information on a disk

Using application programs designed for the PowerPC microprocessor
Using older Macintosh programs

5 Using the CD-ROM Drive
Inserting a CD-ROM disc
Ejecting a CD-ROM disc

41
42
43

Types of compact discs you can use
Playing audio CDs

Working with Photo CDs

Sharing a CD-ROM disc over a network

Contents

6 Troubleshooting

When you have questions
If you have trouble

Solutions to common problems

Solutions to CD-ROM problems

If your computer’s performance decreases
Repairing a damaged disk
Initializing a hard disk

Installing or reinstalling system software

A Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips

Health-related information about computer use
Safety instructions

Handling your computer equipment
Cleaning your equipment

B Installing an Expansion Card
Opening the computer

Locking and unlocking the mouse

Installing an LC-PDS card

101

Installing a communication card
Closing the computer

102

104

C Special Keys on Your Keyboard
Typing special characters and symbols
Special key combinations

Index

107
109

110

111

Contents

Communications regulation information
FCC statement
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. 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 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:
m Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops.
m Move the computer to one side or the other of the television or radio.
m Move the computer farther away from the television or radio.
m 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. You may find the following booklet helpful: Interference
Handbook (stock number 004-000-00493-1). This booklet, prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission, is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office,
Washington, DC 20402.
IMPORTANT Changes or modifications to 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.

Communications Regulation Information

DOC statement
DOC Class B Compliance This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio
noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard
entitled “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of the Department of Communications.
Observation des normes—Classe B Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits
radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme
sur le matériel brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques”, NMB-003 édictée par le ministre des
Communications.

VCCI statement

CD-ROM drive
WARNING Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified in your

equipment’s manual may result in hazardous exposure.
WARNING 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.
If you have an internal Apple CD-ROM drive in your computer, your computer is a Class 1
laser product. The Class 1 label, located either on the computer or on the CD-ROM drive inside
the computer, indicates that the drive meets minimum safety requirements. (Note that the label
on your computer may look slightly different from the label pictured below.) A service warning
label is on the CD-ROM drive inside the computer.

Communications Regulation Information

vii

Welcome to Macintosh

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Macintosh. Your computer is
designed to give you the highest performance combined with real ease of
use—it’s easy to set up, easy to use, and easy to expand. This book will guide
you through the setup procedure, tell you how to expand your Macintosh, and
provide many tips on using your new system.
Your Macintosh computer is powered by the new † microprocessor
(or “chip”). This microprocessor was designed by Apple Computer, Inc.,
Motorola, Inc., and IBM Corporation. The † microprocessor uses
Reduced Instruction Set Computing (RISC) technology to deliver very high
performance at the lowest possible cost. The † RISC microprocessor
represents the state of the art in microprocessor design.
Your new Power Macintosh will run almost all of your existing Macintosh
software, but for best performance and greatest speed, look for the new
software programs designed especially for computers that contain the
† microprocessor. You’ll find † microprocessor–compatible
programs at any software store that carries products for the Macintosh
computer.

Monitor
(You may have a different monitor than shown.)

Macintosh Performa computer

Keyboard cable
(permanently attached
to the keyboard)
Keyboard

Mouse

Microphone (optional)

Monitor cable
(sometimes built into the monitor)

Computer power cord

Monitor power cord

Follow the instructions in this
chapter to set up your computer
and learn the basics.

Getting Started

The illustration on the facing page shows all the equipment you will need to
set up your computer and begin using it. Place your equipment on a sturdy,
flat surface near a grounded wall outlet. Before following the setup
instructions in this chapter, you may want to read “Arranging Your Office”
in Appendix A (in the section on health-related information) for tips on
adjusting your work furniture so that you’re comfortable when using
the computer.
If you used the setup poster: The poster included with your Macintosh
Performa computer was designed to help you start using your computer as
quickly as possible. This chapter contains more detailed information than the
poster. If you have already set up your computer using the poster, you may
want to turn to the section “What’s Next?” later in this chapter.

Plugging in the computer
Before you plug your Macintosh into a wall socket, carefully read all the
setup instructions in this chapter. Then, before you connect anything to your
Macintosh, follow the instructions in this section to plug it in. The plug
grounds the computer and protects it from electrical damage while you are
setting up.

When you are ready to begin, follow these steps:
1

Plug the socket end of the computer’s power cord into the recessed power cord socket
(marked with the symbol ≤) on the back of the computer.

Plug the other end of the power cord into a three-hole grounded outlet or power strip.

Choose a power outlet to which you have easy access.
Power cord plug

Power cord socket

Standby power button

WARNING This equipment is intended to be electrically grounded. Your

Macintosh is equipped with a three-wire grounding plug—a plug that
has a third (grounding) pin. This plug will fit only a grounded AC
outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into
the outlet, contact a licensed electrician to replace the outlet with a
properly grounded outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding
plug!

IMPORTANT Be sure that at least one end of the power cord is within easy

reach so that you can unplug the computer when you need to.
If the computer starts up: If you hear a tone, the computer has started up and
you need to turn it off before proceeding. Press the power button (also called
the standby power button) located on the back of the computer to turn the
computer off.

Chapter 1

Installing an expansion card
If you purchased any expansion cards for your Macintosh, you may want to
install them now. (For instructions, see Appendix B, “Installing an Expansion
Card,” as well as the documentation that came with the cards.) If you don’t
have an expansion card, go on to the next section, “Connecting a Monitor.”

Connecting a monitor
You can connect many types of monitors to your Macintosh. To connect a
monitor, refer to the instructions that came with the monitor.

Connecting the monitor power cord
Monitors have two cords to connect—a power cord and a monitor cable.
To connect the monitor power cord, follow these steps:
1

Place the monitor where you will be using it.

You may place it on top of your computer. Keep these considerations in mind:
m Allow a few inches for air circulation around the sides of the computer and
monitor.
m Make sure that the top of the screen is slightly below eye level when you’re
sitting at the keyboard.
m Position the monitor to minimize glare and reflections on the screen from
overhead lights and windows.
m Consult “Arranging Your Office” in Appendix A for suggestions on
locating your computer equipment.

Getting Started

Connect the monitor power cord to the monitor.

On some monitors, the cord is already attached.
3

Plug in the monitor power cord.

Be sure to plug the power cord into a three-hole grounded outlet or power
strip.

Monitor power socket

Monitor power cord

Chapter 1

Connecting the monitor cable
After you plug in the monitor power cord, you connect the monitor cable to
the computer’s monitor port.
To connect the monitor cable, follow these steps:
1

Attach the monitor cable to the monitor.

On some monitors the cable is already attached (as shown below).
2

Attach the monitor cable to the monitor port on the back panel of the computer.

The monitor port is marked with the ™ icon (symbol).

™ Monitor port

Monitor cable

If your monitor has a microphone or speakers, you may need to connect
additional cables. See the documentation that came with the monitor.

Getting Started

Connecting the mouse and keyboard
1

Plug the mouse cable into the recessed port on the back of the keyboard.

The plug and the port are marked with the ◊ icon (symbol). The positions of
the port and icon on your keyboard may be different from those pictured.
By the way: A port marked with the ◊ icon is called an Apple Desktop Bus
(ADB) port.
Plug the mouse into the recessed port on
the keyboard. The flat part of the plug should
be pointing down, as shown here.

This cable plugs into the Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) port,
marked with the ◊ icon, on the back of the computer.

Chapter 1

Plug the keyboard cable into the port marked with the ◊ icon on the back of the
computer.

V ADB port

Some monitors have a port to which you can connect the keyboard or mouse.
See the information that came with your monitor.
3

If you want to adjust the keyboard angle, lower the feet on the keyboard.

To adjust the keyboard angle, lower the feet until they snap into position.

Getting Started

Connecting other equipment
If you are new to the Macintosh, it’s a good idea to get some experience using
your computer before you connect other equipment, such as a printer or
scanner. To learn basic Macintosh skills, continue with the instructions in this
chapter.
When you’re ready to connect other equipment to your Macintosh, see the
instructions in Chapter 3.

Turning the computer on
Follow these steps to turn the computer on:
1

Turn on the monitor.

See the information that came with your monitor for the location of the power
button.
2

Turn on your computer by pressing the Power key.

The Power key is at the top of the keyboard. You can recognize this key by the
triangle outline on it (π).

You hear a tone from the computer as it starts up.

Chapter 1

Check to see what’s on your screen.

m You will see a welcome screen that gives you a choice about what to do
next. If you’re new to the Macintosh or would like to review some of the
basics, you’ll want to go through the Performa Tutorial, a program that
teaches how to use your computer. Press the Return key on your keyboard
to go to the tutorial. If you already know how to use your Macintosh and
you don’t want to use the tutorial, you can leave the welcome screen
(by clicking Go To Desktop) and go to the Macintosh desktop.
m When you see the Macintosh desktop, as in the illustration below, your
system software has already been installed, and your computer is ready to
use. Skip now to the section “What’s Next?” later in this chapter.
Hard disk icon

Your Launcher has
more items in it
than are shown in
this illustration.

Macintosh desktop

m If your screen doesn’t have anything on it, see the next section, “Problems
Starting Up?”

Getting Started

Problems starting up?
If you don’t see anything on the screen, check these items to see if you can
identify the problem:
m Is the computer plugged into a power source? If it is plugged into a power
strip, is the power strip plugged in and turned on?
m Is the computer turned on? The power-on light on the front panel should
be on. If it isn’t on, press the standby power button on the computer’s back
panel (marked with the symbol ®).
m Are the keyboard and mouse cables connected correctly? (Don’t disconnect
the keyboard or mouse cable while the computer is on. You could damage
your equipment.)
m Is the monitor power cord plugged in?
m Is the monitor turned on? (Check the power-on light on the front of the
monitor.)
m Is the monitor cable attached firmly to both the monitor and computer?
m Is the brightness control on the monitor adjusted correctly? (On Apple
monitors, the brightness control is marked with the symbol ¤.)
If you see a blinking question mark on the screen, turn to “Solutions to
Common Problems” in Chapter 6.

Chapter 1

What’s next?
Congratulations! You’ve finished setting up your computer. Now continue
with one of the following steps:
m If you are new to the Macintosh, turn to the next section, “Learning the
Basics.”
m If you are an experienced Macintosh user, turn to Chapter 2, “Getting
Help,” to learn about Macintosh Guide, your main source of information
when you’re working with the Macintosh.
m If you want to connect other equipment, such as a printer, to your
computer, see Chapter 3, “Connecting Additional Equipment.”
m If you want to install application software on your computer, see Chapter 4
of this book for information on setting up your programs and managing
memory. You’ll need this information to properly set up software programs
specifically designed for computers with PowerPC microprocessors.
Before you begin working with your computer, be sure to read the important
health and safety information in Appendix A.
IMPORTANT If you need to turn off your computer at any point, please see
“Turning the Computer Off” later in this chapter. It is very important to use
the correct procedure for shutting down your Macintosh before turning it off.

Getting Started

Learning the basics
If you are new to the Macintosh, you should begin by looking at the easyto-use program called Performa Tutorial. The tutorial teaches you the basic
skills you’ll need to use your computer. To start the tutorial once you are past
the welcome sequence, follow these steps:
1

Slide your mouse along your mouse pad or desk.

Hold the mouse as shown, with the cable pointing away from you. Don’t press
the mouse button (under your index finger). Notice that the arrow (8) on the
screen moves in the same direction that you move the mouse.

If the arrow doesn’t move, make sure that the cables connecting the mouse
and keyboard are secure and that your mouse is positioned as shown in the
illustration.
2

Chapter 1

Move the mouse so that the arrow (8) is over the picture labeled “Performa Tutorial.”

If you don’t see the Performa Tutorial picture on your screen, put the arrow
on the word “Learning” and click (press and release) the mouse button.
If you run out of room on your mouse pad or desk while moving the mouse,
pick up the mouse and place it where there’s more room. (The arrow on the
screen moves only when the mouse is in contact with the mouse pad or desk.)
3

Without moving the mouse, click the mouse button.

A window appears welcoming you to the tutorial. You can set this book aside
for now and follow the instructions on the screen. When you have completed
both parts of the tutorial, return to this book.

Reviewing the basics
The following illustration summarizes many of the basic skills and terms you
learned from the tutorial.
The strip across the
top of the screen is
called the menu bar.
The symbols and
words in it represent
menus that contain
commands.

To move a window,
drag it by the title bar.

To find an answer to
a question, look in the
Guide (h) menu.

This icon represents your
computer’s internal hard disk.

Icons are small pictures
that represent disks,
folders, programs, and
documents. To open
an icon, click the
icon twice quickly.
Windows are boxes
that display text,
graphics, or icons. To
bring a partially
covered window to
the front, click
anywhere in the
window.

You can have several application
programs open at once. To see which
program is active or to switch from
one program to another, use this
menu (called the Application menu).

To change the size or shape of
a window, drag the size box.

To close a window,
click the close box.

To bring hidden portions of a
window’s contents into view,
click the scroll arrows.

To throw away an item you
no longer want, drag it to the
Trash and choose Empty
Trash from the Special menu.

Getting Started

Turning the computer off
To turn the computer off:
1

Press the Power key (marked with a triangle) on the keyboard.

You will see a message asking whether you want to shut down or continue
working.
2

Click Shut Down.

The computer is now off. To turn the computer back on, you can simply press
the Power key again.
You can also turn off your computer by choosing Shut Down from the Apple
(K) menu. Detailed instructions follow. (Note: The Shut Down command is
also available in the Special menu.)

Chapter 1

Move the tip of the arrow to the Apple (K) menu at the top left of the screen.

With the tip of the arrow on the apple, press and hold down the mouse button.

While holding down the mouse button, move the arrow down the list of choices until the
words “Shut Down” are highlighted, then release the mouse button.

Where to find answers
When you have questions about using your Macintosh, there are several
places you can look for answers.
In this book
Macintosh
Performa

User’s Guid
e

Use this book to help you set up your computer and learn about it,
or to find solutions to problems with your equipment.

In the Guide menu
The Guide menu (marked with the h icon) is your main source
of information about the Macintosh. To learn how to get different
kinds of help from the Guide menu, see Chapter 2 in this book.

In other manuals
For answers to questions about other equipment or about
application programs you have purchased, see the manuals
that came with the equipment or programs.

In documents in the Apple Extras folder
The Apple Extras folder (in your System Folder) on your hard disk
contains documents with important information about some of the
application programs included with your computer.

From Apple’s customer support hotline
If you can’t find an answer in any of the materials provided, call the
customer support hotline. The phone number for the hotline is in the
service and support information that came with your computer.
(Note: If you have problems with an application program not
published by Apple, call the program’s publisher. Click the Phone
Numbers button in the Service/Support area of the Launcher to see
phone numbers for software publishers.)

Getting Started

Use the instructions in this
chapter to learn about the help
available to you in the Guide menu.

Getting Help

The Guide menu is your main source of information when you’re working
with your computer. The menu is identified by a question mark (h) in the
upper-right corner of the screen.

Getting answers to your questions
When you have a question while working with your computer, you can get the
answer by choosing Macintosh Guide from the Guide menu.
1

Pull down the Application menu (in the upper-right corner of the screen) and choose
Finder to make it the active application program.

A checkmark in the menu indicates that the Finder is the active program.
2

Pull down the Guide menu (marked with the h icon) and choose Macintosh Guide.

The Macintosh Guide window appears.

Whenever you use Macintosh Guide, its window remains in front of other
windows. If the window gets in your way, you can move it by dragging its
title bar (the gray bar across the top of the window).

Chapter 2

Notice the three buttons at the top of the window: Topics, Index, and Look For.

Macintosh Guide gives you three ways of finding information:
m Topics lets you choose from a list of general subjects; it is like the table of
contents in a book.
m Index lets you choose from an alphabetical list of more specific subjects; it
is like the index in a book.
m Look For lets you search for information related to a specific word or phrase
that you type.
In the following sections you will practice using each method.
If you have problems while using Macintosh Guide, see “Tips for Using
Macintosh Guide” later in this chapter.

Getting answers with the Topics button
1

In the Macintosh Guide window, click the Topics button.

A list of general topics appears on the left side of the Macintosh Guide
window. (Depending on the hardware and software you have, the list of topics
may look different.)

Getting Help

Click “Setting Options” in the list of topics.

When you click any topic area, a list of related questions appears on the right
side of the Macintosh Guide window.

To get instructions,
click a question…

…and then click OK.

Click the question “How do I set the time and date?” and then click OK. Or double-click
the question.

A small window appears with instructions for you to follow.

If you want to
return to the main
Macintosh Guide
window, click here.

Click here to see the next
step (if there is one).

Read and follow the instructions in this window.

Macintosh Guide provides step-by-step instructions to answer the question
you selected. When you have completed each step, click the right arrow in the
lower-right corner to see the next step.
5

When you have completed all the steps, click the Topics button in the lower-left corner to
return to the main Macintosh Guide window.

Now continue with the next section.

Chapter 2

Getting answers with the Index button
1

In the Macintosh Guide window, click the Index button.

An alphabetical list of subjects appears on the left side of the window.

Slider

Scroll bar

Scroll through the alphabetical list until the phrase “background pattern” is visible.

You can scroll through the list either by dragging the slider to the letter B or
by using the scroll bar at the right of the list.
3

Click the phrase “background pattern” in the alphabetical list.

When you click any index entry, a list of related questions appears on the
right side of the Macintosh Guide window.

To get instructions,
click a question…

…and then click OK.

Getting Help

Click the question “How do I change the background pattern?” and then click OK. Or
double-click the question.

A small window appears with instructions for you to follow.

If you want to
return to the main
Macintosh Guide
window, click here.

Click here to see the next
step (if there is one).

Read and follow the instructions in the window.

Macintosh Guide provides step-by-step instructions to answer the question
you selected. When you have completed each step, click the right arrow in the
lower-right corner to see the next step.
6

When you have completed all the steps, click the Topics button in the lower-left corner to
return to the main Macintosh Guide window.

Now continue with the next section.

Chapter 2

Getting answers with the Look For button
1

In the Macintosh Guide window, click the Look For button.

A small box appears on the left side of the window, where you can type text.

To activate the text
box, click here.
Type a word or phrase
in the text box…
…and then click here.

Click the arrow button to activate the text box.

Type “trash” in the text box and then click Search.

When you click Search, a list of questions related to the word or phrase you
typed appears on the right side of the Macintosh Guide window.

To get instructions,
click a question…

…and then click OK.

Getting Help

Click the question “How do I change the beep sound?” and then click OK. Or doubleclick the question.

A small window appears with instructions for you to follow.
If you want to close
Macintosh Guide,
click here.

Click here to see the next
step (if there is one).

Read and follow the instructions in the window.

Macintosh Guide provides step-by-step instructions to answer the question
you selected. When you have completed each step, click the right arrow in the
lower-right corner to display the next step.
6

Chapter 2

When you have completed all the steps, click the close box in the upper-left corner to
close Macintosh Guide.

Tips for using Macintosh Guide
Here are a few tips for using Macintosh Guide effectively:
m Macintosh Guide is available only when you are in the Finder—the
desktop area where you can see the icons of disks, folders, and files.
(Other programs may also have help available in the Guide menu,
however.) If you don’t see Macintosh Guide in the Guide menu, pull
down the Application menu (to the right of the Guide menu) and
choose Finder.
m Follow the steps when you’re instructed to; don’t skip ahead or read
ahead. That way the computer can check to make sure you’ve done a
step correctly.
m Unlike most windows, the Macintosh Guide window stays in front of
other windows on the screen so that your instructions are never
covered. If you need to move the Guide window out of the way, drag
it by the title bar at the top of the window.
You can also move the window out of the way by clicking the zoom
box. Click the box once to shrink the window; click it a second time
to expand the window to its original size.
m If you need more information about an instruction or a term, click the
button labeled “Huh?” to get further explanation. (The “Huh?” button
is dimmed when no additional information is available.)
m If you want to return to the main Macintosh Guide window, click the
Topics button in the lower-left corner of the Guide window.
m When you’re finished using Macintosh Guide, click the close box in
the upper-left corner of the window.
Close box

Title bar
Zoom box

Topics button

“Huh?” button

Right arrow

Getting Help

Identifying objects on the screen
Sometimes you’ll see an unfamiliar item on the screen and ask yourself,
“What’s that?” You can get an answer by using a Macintosh feature known as
Balloon Help.
Balloon Help explains the function of icons, menus, commands, and other
items on the Macintosh screen in balloons like those you see in comic strips.
Follow these steps to use Balloon Help:
1

Pull down the Guide menu (marked with the h icon) and choose Show Balloons.

Point to any object on the screen that you want to identify.

A balloon appears next to the object. In the following illustration, for
example, pointing to the Trash displays a balloon that explains how to use the
Trash to throw items away.

Although balloons appear next to items when you point to them, the way
you work does not change; you can still select icons, choose commands, and
so on.
3

Chapter 2

When you’re finished using Balloon Help, choose Hide Balloons from the Guide menu.

Learning useful shortcuts
You can perform many tasks in the Finder more quickly if you use keyboard
or mouse shortcuts. For example, instead of clicking an icon and choosing
Open from the File menu, you can simply double-click the icon to open it.
Follow these steps to learn keyboard and mouse shortcuts:
1

Pull down the Guide menu (marked with the h icon) and choose Shortcuts.

The main Macintosh Shortcuts window appears.

Click one of the category buttons.

Another window appears, describing shortcuts for that category.
If you want to
close the window,
click here.

Click here to return to
the main Macintosh
Shortcuts window for
more categories.

Click here to see the next
window (if there is one).

Getting Help

Read about the shortcuts available for the category you selected.

Click the right arrow in the lower-right corner of the window to display the
next window (if there is one).
4

Chapter 2

When you finish reading about the shortcuts for your category, click the Topics button in
the lower-left corner to return to the main Macintosh Shortcuts window. Or click the
close box in the upper-left corner to close the window.

Read this chapter for
information on expanding
your computer system
with additional hardware.

Connecting Additional Equipment

The illustration below shows a basic Macintosh Performa system. You can
expand your computer system by connecting additional hardware (such as a
printer, a modem, or external stereo speakers).

Microphone (optional)

Floppy disk drive

Monitor
(You may have a
different monitor than
the one shown here.)

Remote control sensor

- Volume buttons
Use these buttons to
change the volume of the
computer’s sound.

Computer
CD-ROM drive

Power-on light

CD-ROM drive
Open/Close button

f Headphone jack
Hard disk drive
(internal)
Keyboard
Mouse

Where to connect additional equipment
The illustration on this page shows where equipment should be connected to
your computer. (These items can be purchased from Apple-authorized dealers.)
For instructions on connecting additional equipment such as a printer or
scanner, see the manual that came with the equipment.
WARNING Before you connect any equipment—such as a mouse,
keyboard, or external SCSI device—to your computer, make sure that
your computer is plugged in (in order to ground the computer) and
turned off. If you connect equipment with the computer turned on, you
can damage your computer and your equipment.

Video input card (optional)
Connects your Macintosh to a video camera,
VCR, or other video equipment.

TV tuner card (optional)
Connects your Macintosh
to an external TV antenna
or cable TV service.

≤ Power socket

Security lock
port

Apple Desktop
Bus (ADB) port
Connects your
Macintosh to input
equipment, such as a
keyboard or a trackball.

[

™ Monitor port
Connects your monitor
to your Macintosh.

® Standby power button
Internal modem (optional)
You may have an internal
modem or other communication
card installed.

Printer port
Connects your Macintosh
to a printer or
LocalTalk network.

PDS card access cover
Covers port for optional
processor-direct slot (PDS)
expansion card.

Modem port
Connects an external
modem to your Macintosh.*
SCSI port
Connects your Macintosh to
SCSI equipment, such as external
hard disk drives and scanners.

≈

Sound input port
Connects your Macintosh to a
professional-quality microphone
or other audio input equipment.

Sound output port
Connects your Macintosh to
headphones, externally
powered (amplified)
speakers, or other audio
output equipment.

*If your computer has an internal modem, this port is covered. Don’t remove the cover or connect anything to this
port if you have an internal modem.

Chapter 3

Connecting an Apple PlainTalk Microphone
Your computer has a sound input port, which you can use to connect an Apple
PlainTalk Microphone. The Apple PlainTalk Microphone is included with
some computer models. If your computer did not include an Apple PlainTalk
Microphone, you can purchase one at an Apple-authorized dealer.

Use PlainTalk only: You should connect only the Apple PlainTalk
Microphone. Other models of microphone will not work with your
Macintosh.
To connect the microphone, do this:
m Plug the microphone’s connector into the sound input port (marked with the icon X)
on the back of the computer.
Sound
input port

Sound
output port

Connecting Additional Equipment

Connecting external stereo speakers
You can take advantage of your computer’s stereo sound output by attaching
externally powered (amplified) speakers.
1

Assemble the speakers and the cable you need.

You need a cable with stereo miniplugs at each end to connect one or both
speakers to the computer. (Some speakers require a dual-plug adapter.
Others, like those shown here, accept a single stereo miniplug and are joined
by standard speaker wires.)
The following illustration shows the equipment configuration and the
connections for a computer sound system.
- Sound output port
Externally
powered
speakers
Audio In port

Turn off the Macintosh.

Plug a stereo miniplug into the sound output port on the Macintosh.

Stereo miniplug

Plug a stereo miniplug into the Audio In port on one of the speakers.

If the speakers take a dual-plug cable, connect both plugs to the speakers’
Audio In ports.

Chapter 3

Connect the speakers together with speaker wires, if necessary.

Turn on the computer.

You hear the computer’s sound through the external speakers.
Note: To control the volume of your external speakers, use the volume button
on the front of the computer. If you are playing an audio compact disc (CD),
you may also need to adjust the volume control in the program you’re using to
play CDs. For more information on sound and playing audio CDs, see the
“Sound” topic of Macintosh Guide, available in the Guide (h) menu.

Expanding memory
The random-access memory (RAM) in your computer can be expanded.
Installing additional RAM adds more memory chips to your computer and
expands its capabilities. The Technical Information booklet that came with
your computer describes how much additional memory can be installed in
your Macintosh.
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 computer for
instructions on how to contact an Apple-authorized service provider or
Apple for 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 information about this or any other warranty
question.

Connecting to an Ethernet network
This section contains information for people whose computers are connected
to other computers through a local area network. (Using a modem is not the
same as being connected to a local area network. If you have an internal
modem, you do not need an Ethernet card.)

Connecting Additional Equipment

If you buy and install an Ethernet card, you can connect your Macintosh to
an existing high-speed Ethernet network that uses thin coaxial cables,
10BASE-T twisted pair cables, thick coaxial cables, or other standard cables.
Depending on the type of cables used in the Ethernet network you’re
connected to, you may need to purchase an Apple Ethernet media adapter
or other compatible media adapter to connect your Macintosh. (Consult
the service and support information that came with your computer for
instructions on how to contact an Apple-authorized service provider or
Apple for more information on Apple Ethernet media adapters.)
To use Ethernet, you need to change the network connection in the Network
control panel. (For instructions on how to select a network connection and
other information about using your Macintosh on a network, see the
“Networks & Telecommunications” topic of Macintosh Guide, available in the
Guide [h] menu.)
IMPORTANT Your Macintosh supports EtherTalk Phase 2 (AppleTalk
Phase 2 Protocols for Ethernet networks) and TCP/IP (via MacTCP software).
Non-Apple products that you can use to communicate over Ethernet using
protocols are also available. Your Macintosh does not support EtherTalk
Phase 1 (AppleTalk Phase 1 protocols for Ethernet networks).
CAUTION The use of an Ethernet card will make your Macintosh a

Class A computing device, according to FCC regulations.

Installing internal drives
Your Macintosh comes with three internal storage devices—a floppy disk
drive, a CD-ROM (compact disc read-only memory) drive, and a hard disk
drive (several capacities are available). If you want to replace an internal
drive, see your Apple-authorized dealer.

Chapter 3

Read this chapter to learn how to work
with application programs and protect
the information on your disks.

Using Programs and Backing Up Disks

Your computer came with several application programs already installed. You
can open these programs by clicking their buttons in the Launcher.
The Apple Extras folder on your hard disk (and on the Macintosh Performa
CD) contains additional programs, including the following:
m QuickDraw GX gives your computer more powerful printing and font
capabilities. You’ll want to install QuickDraw GX only if you purchased
another program that requires it. Your computer needs at least 8 megabytes
of random-access memory (RAM) to use QuickDraw GX. You can install it
by opening the QuickDraw GX folder and double-clicking the Installer
icon.
m PowerTalk provides an open collaboration environment with a universal
mailbox and other electronic mail services. You’ll want to install PowerTalk
only if you use your computer on a local area network (connected to other
computers) and if you purchased another program that requires it. Your
computer needs at least 8 megabytes of RAM to use PowerTalk. You can
install it by opening the PowerTalk folder and double-clicking the Installer
icon.
m Apple Video Player lets you watch video or TV on your computer. With
Apple Video Player and a video input card, you can watch video on your
computer. With Apple Video Player, a video input card, and a TV tuner
card, you can watch video and TV. For instructions on using Apple Video
Player, open AppleVideo Player and then choose Apple Video Player Guide
from the Guide (h) menu.

Installing application programs
You may want to buy and install additional application programs. See the
manuals you receive with your programs for instructions on installing and
using them.
In most cases, you’ll install an application program on your internal hard disk
from floppy disks that contain the program. The following illustration shows
how to insert a floppy disk in your computer’s floppy disk drive.
Insert the floppy disk, metal
end first, into the floppy disk
drive of your computer.

For instructions on how to eject floppy disks, see the “Disks” topic of
Macintosh Guide, available in the Guide (h) menu.
To use your programs most effectively, follow these guidelines:
m Put only one copy of each program on your hard disk. Having more than
one copy can cause errors.
m Whenever you copy a program disk to your hard disk, be careful not to
copy a System Folder. Always check to see what you’ve copied, and drag
any extra System Folders to the Trash.
m If you have problems using a program, read the manuals you received with
the program.
m If a program malfunctions consistently, try installing a fresh copy. If that
doesn’t help, find out from the software manufacturer whether your version
of the program is compatible with your computer model and the system
software you’re using.
To put a program into the Launcher, simply drag the program’s icon (or its
alias) into the Launcher window, or onto the Applications category button in
the Launcher.

Chapter 4

Working with several programs at a time
You can open as many application programs and desk accessories as your
computer’s memory allows.
All open programs are listed in the Application menu at the right end of the
menu bar. The name of the active program (the one you’re using right now)
has a checkmark next to it, and its icon appears in the menu bar.
The Finder icon
Commands to hide or
display open windows
A checkmark
indicates the active
program.

Programs that are open

Finding out which programs are open
If you have several programs and windows open, you can find out which
program is active and which other programs are open by pulling down the
Application menu.

Switching programs
You can switch to another open program or desk accessory by choosing its
name from the Application menu.
If a program’s icon is dimmed in the menu, that means its windows are
hidden. Choosing the program from the Application menu displays its
windows.
You can also switch to another program by clicking in a window that belongs
to an open program, by double-clicking a program icon, or by double-clicking
the icon of a document that was created with the program.

Using Programs and Backing Up Disks

Hiding and showing windows on the desktop
You can hide all windows except those of the active program by choosing
Hide Others from the Application menu.
The other programs remain open even though their windows are hidden.
When you switch to another program, its windows become visible again.
If you want to see all the open windows, choose Show All from the
Application menu.

Protecting the information on a disk
When you have a valuable document like a birth certificate, you probably
make an extra copy of it for safekeeping. Similarly, you should make a copy of
the documents you create on your computer. The extra copy is called a
backup, and the process of making the copy is called backing up.
Once you have a backup, you’re protected from accidentally losing the
information on your hard disk. In the unlikely event that something happens
to your hard disk, you can easily get the information back.
Your computer’s hard disk comes with a lot of valuable information already
stored on it, including system software and some application programs. The
Macintosh Performa CD contains a backup copy of all the system software and
application programs that came with your computer. See the Macintosh
Performa CD booklet for instructions on using the CD to reinstall software.

Making backup copies of the documents you create
m You can back up files stored on your hard disk by copying them to
floppy disks.
m You can back up an entire floppy disk by copying it to another floppy disk
of the same capacity or larger, or by copying it to a hard disk.
m You can use a commercial backup program to copy new and changed files
from a hard disk to another hard disk, to a tape drive, or to a series of
floppy disks.
m If your computer is on a network, you may be able to back up files by
copying them to a shared disk on the network.

Chapter 4

Restoring the information on your hard disk
If information on your hard disk becomes damaged or lost, you can restore it
if you have a backup copy of the information. The Macintosh Performa CD
contains copies of all the system software and application programs that came
with your computer. See the Macintosh Performa CD booklet for instructions
on using the Macintosh Performa CD.

Using application programs designed for the PowerPC microprocessor
Your Macintosh is compatible with most application programs intended for
use with Macintosh computers. But certain programs are designed especially
for use with computers that have the PowerPC microprocessor. (These
programs are sometimes called “native” applications.) You’ll find that these
programs take best advantage of your computer’s speed.

Special memory requirements
Some native applications may be slightly larger than other programs and may
take up more memory. If you find that you are running out of memory when
you use one of these programs, you can use space on your computer’s hard
disk as additional memory. For instructions on how to use hard disk space
as memory, see the “Memory” topic of Macintosh Guide, available in the
Guide (h) menu.
You can also add more memory to your computer, as described in “Expanding
Memory” in Chapter 3.

Using older Macintosh programs
If you experience problems using an older Macintosh program, it may be
incompatible with your Macintosh. You may be able to use your older
program if you change the Modern Memory Manager setting in your
Memory control panel. For detailed instructions on using older programs
with your Macintosh, see the “Working with Programs” topic of Macintosh
Guide, available in the Guide (h) menu.

Using Programs and Backing Up Disks

Read this chapter for information about
your computer’s built-in CD-ROM drive.

Using the CD-ROM Drive

This chapter provides information on the CD-ROM drive (also called a
CD-ROM player). Refer to Appendix A, “Health, Safety, and Maintenance
Tips” for information on the proper handling of these discs.
Your internal CD-ROM drive for Macintosh computers works with
CD-ROM discs, standard audio compact discs (CDs), and single-session or
multisession Photo CDs. Your CD-ROM drive provides access to large
amounts of information. However, you cannot save information on CD-ROM
discs. ROM stands for read-only memory, meaning that the drive cannot
“write” information onto CD-ROM discs.

A wide selection of CD-ROM discs is available for entertainment, education,
and business. A typical disc can hold over 650 megabytes (MB) of
information—the equivalent of 270,000 pages of text, up to 8 hours
of speech or music (depending on the sound quality), hundreds of highresolution images, or any combination of text, sound, and graphics.

Inserting a CD-ROM disc
Follow these instructions to insert a CD-ROM disc into your CD-ROM drive.
Then follow the instructions provided with your disc, as well as the
instructions in this manual.
1

Start up your Macintosh computer, if it’s not already on.

Press the Open/Close button to open the tray of the CD-ROM drive.

Open/Close button

The tray opens.
3

Place a CD-ROM disc in the tray, with the disc label facing up.

Make sure the disc is lying flat and centered in the tray. If you are using a
small (8cm) disc, make sure it is centered within the inside ring on the tray.

Push the tray in, or press the Open/Close button, to close the tray.

In a few moments, an icon for the CD-ROM disc appears on your screen.

Chapter 5

Ejecting a CD-ROM disc
Follow these instructions to open the tray and eject a CD-ROM disc from
your computer.
IMPORTANT You may not be able to eject a disc if it is being shared. To turn

off file sharing, use the Sharing Setup control panel.
1

Open the tray.

There are several ways to open the tray of your CD-ROM drive.
If a CD-ROM disc icon appears on your screen:
m Select the disc icon on your screen and drag the icon to the Trash.
m Click the disc icon, then choose the Put Away command in the File menu.
m While the AppleCD Audio Player window is active, choose Eject CD from
the File menu, or simultaneously press the x and E keys. (AppleCD Audio
Player is a program that allows you to control your CD-ROM player and is
available in the Apple [K] menu.)
If no CD-ROM disc icon appears on your screen:
m Press the Open/Close button for your CD-ROM drive.
2

Take the CD-ROM disc out of the tray.

Store your disc in a safe place, away from heat, dust, and moisture.
3

Push the tray in, or press the Open/Close button, to close the tray.

To avoid possible damage to the tray or the CD-ROM drive, keep the tray
closed when you are not using it.

Using the CD-ROM Drive

Types of compact discs you can use
Not all CD-ROM discs store information in the same way. A disc stores
and displays information according to a given file format. Your computer’s
system software must understand the file format in order to use the contents
of the disc.

Standard file formats
You can use CD-ROM discs with these standard file formats:
m HFS (Hierarchical File System)—the standard format used by the
Macintosh.
m ISO 9660—the International Standards Organization’s file format for
CD-ROM discs. This format has been adopted by many CD manufacturers
to make their discs compatible with a variety of computers. It is also the
format that allows you to use Photo CDs in your CD-ROM drive.
m The High Sierra format, a predecessor of the ISO 9660 format.
m Photo CDs
m Audio CDs
The software that lets you use discs with these file formats is already installed
on your computer.

Other CD-ROM formats
Your CD-ROM drive also works with file formats other than the ones listed
above (for example, CD-ROM XA), provided that you install the appropriate
software on your Macintosh. To find out about the availability of Macintosh
software for additional file formats, contact the publisher of a particular disc.

Audio CDs
Your CD-ROM drive can play audio CDs and audio tracks on CD-ROM discs
using your computer’s built-in speaker. You can also attach headphones or
speakers to your computer for stereo sound. For further information, see the
“Disks” topic of Macintosh Guide, available in the Guide (h) menu.

Chapter 5

Photo CDs
With your CD-ROM drive, you can use QuickTime to open digitized images
stored on Photo CDs.
For further information on Photo CDs, see the “Disks” topic of Macintosh
Guide, available in the Guide (h) menu.

Playing audio CDs
With your CD-ROM drive and your computer’s built-in speaker, you can play
audio compact discs (CDs) or audio tracks on CD-ROM discs. You can also
attach headphones or speakers to the computer to listen to audio CDs and
audio tracks. See Chapter 3 for information on connecting sound equipment
to your computer.
To start, stop, and otherwise control audio discs, use the AppleCD Audio
Player program, available in the Apple () menu, Your audio CD software
will only play tracks that contain audio information. You can listen to an
audio CD or audio tracks in the background while you do other work on your
computer. For more information about playing audio CDs, see the “Disks”
topic of Macintosh Guide, available in the Guide (h) menu.
You can listen to an audio CD or CD-ROM disc with audio tracks in the
background while you use your computer for other work.

Using the CD-ROM Drive

Working with Photo CDs
You can use your CD-ROM drive to open Photo CD images stored on Photo
CDs. A Photo CD image is a digitized version of a standard photograph that
you can open and view on your computer screen.

You can do many things with the images on your Photo CDs:
m Open and view the images individually on your computer screen.
m View the images on your computer screen in a series, as you would view
a slide presentation.
m Copy and save the images, print them, paste them into word-processing
documents or other documents that accept graphics, and edit them with
a graphics application program.
Photo CD images are an excellent source of graphics for desktop
publishing, multimedia presentations, business documents, and
professional-quality graphic design. For more information on working with
Photo CD images, see the “Disks” topic of Macintosh Guide, available in
the Guide (h) menu.

Chapter 5

Obtaining Photo CDs
Your own photographs can be recorded as Photo CD images on a Photo CD.
To obtain a Photo CD of your own photographs, take your standard 35-mm
film to a photofinisher who has a Photo CD system. The photofinisher
develops your film, digitizes the photographs, and gives you back a Photo CD
containing your Photo CD images. A single Photo CD can hold approximately
a hundred images.
If your Photo CD isn’t full, you can take it back to the photofinisher and
have more photos added until the disc is full. Such discs are called
multisession discs because they contain images added after the first session.
Your CD-ROM drive can read both single-session and multisession Photo
CDs. (Other CD-ROM drives can read only single-session discs and are
unable to read the additional images placed on a multisession disc.)

Before viewing the contents of a Photo CD
Normally, you open Photo CD images with the SimpleText program that came
with your computer. If you wish, you can use a graphics or image-editing
program instead of SimpleText to open images. For instructions, see the
“Working with Programs” topic of Macintosh Guide, available in the Guide
(h) menu. If you use SimpleText to view high-resolution images, you should
increase the amount of memory that SimpleText uses. For more information
on memory, see the “Memory” topic of Macintosh Guide, available in the
Guide (h) menu.
A note about resolution
When a Photo CD image is created, it’s recorded at five different levels of
resolution. The higher the resolution, the more information is recorded about
the image, and the sharper the image appears when displayed or printed at
larger sizes. However, high-resolution images take up a lot of memory—up to
18 MB of data for one photograph—which affects file size, as well as the
amount of time it takes to display or print an image.
It’s best to work with a resolution appropriate for your monitor or printer.
Some monitors and printers cannot display or print very high-resolution
images.

Using the CD-ROM Drive

For most work, a resolution of 768 x 512 pixels or smaller is suitable. For
detailed work or very high-quality reproductions, you may want to use a
higher resolution.
Make sure to open high-resolution images with application programs designed
to handle large image files. SimpleText cannot open very large files.

Sharing a CD-ROM disc over a network
You can share a CD-ROM disc using the file-sharing feature of System 7.5. If
the disc has audio portions, you will be able to hear the audio yourself, but
other people on the network will not. Likewise, you cannot hear the audio
portions of discs you access over a network.
For further information about file sharing in System 7.5, see the “Networks
and Telecommunications” topic of Macintosh Guide, available in the Guide
(h) menu.

Chapter 5

Consult this chapter if you experience
problems using your computer.

Troubleshooting

When you have questions
If you want to know how to do a particular task with your computer, refer to
Macintosh Guide in the Guide (h) menu. For instructions on using
Macintosh Guide, see Chapter 2 of this manual.

If you have trouble
While you’re using your computer, you may occasionally see a bomb icon
or an error message, or the pointer (8) may “freeze” on the screen. If you have
trouble with your computer, take a few minutes to read the information in this
chapter. If your problem is related to a particular procedure, you should also
look for information on that procedure in Macintosh Guide, available in the
Guide (h) menu. For additional troubleshooting information and a list of
common questions relating to your system software, see the “Troubleshooting”
topic of Macintosh Guide.
If you are unable to access Macintosh Guide (for example, if your screen
is “frozen”), refer to this chapter to see if you can resolve the problem.

Take your time
When you see an error message, you don’t have to take action immediately.
The message stays on the screen until you click the OK (or Restart) button or
turn off the Macintosh.
To help diagnose and correct the problem, follow the suggestions in this
section. Gather as much information on the situation as you can. Then follow
the instructions in the next section, “Start Over.”
m Make a note of exactly what you were doing when the problem occurred.
Write down the message on the screen. List the programs you were using
and the names of any items you know have been added to the System
Folder since the system software was installed. This information will help
a service person diagnose the problem. (It is helpful to keep a printed copy
of the items in your System Folder. For instructions on printing the
contents of a folder, see the “Printing & Fonts” topic of Macintosh Guide,
available in the Guide [h] menu.)
m Check the screen for any clues. Is a menu selected? What programs and
document icons are open? Note anything else that seems relevant.
m If you were typing text and were not able to save it before the problem
occurred, you can write down the parts of the text still visible on the
screen so that some of your work will be easy to replace.
m Ask other Macintosh users about the problem you’re having; they may have
a solution for it.
If you need repair service, consult the service and support information that
came with your computer for instructions on how to contact an Appleauthorized service provider or Apple for assistance.

Chapter 6

Start over
Often you can eliminate a problem simply by clearing the computer’s memory
and starting over.
If you can, save any open documents before restarting the Macintosh. If your
system is frozen and does not respond to anything you do, or if you have a
“bomb” message on the screen, saving may not be possible. You can try
pressing x-Option-Esc to quit the program in use when the problem
occurred; if this works, you can then save the documents open in other
programs before restarting. (Note: Use this key combination to force a
program to quit only when you can’t choose Quit from the File menu.)
To restart your Macintosh, try the following steps:
1

If you can, choose Restart from the Special menu or from the dialog box that’s on
screen.

Dialog boxes contain messages from the computer. If something goes wrong,
a message may appear on the screen, asking you to restart the computer.
2

If you can’t choose Restart, hold down the x and Control keys while you press the
Power key (marked with a triangle).

This key combination restarts the computer. (Use this key combination only
when you can’t choose Restart from the Special menu.)
3

If nothing happens, turn off your computer with the standby power button, wait at least
10 seconds, and then turn it on again.

If the standby power button doesn’t turn off the computer, unplug your Macintosh.

If you suspect that the problem is with other equipment, such as a printer or
an external hard disk that’s attached to your computer, turn that equipment off
for 10 seconds or longer, then turn it on again and restart the Macintosh.

Troubleshooting

Rebuild your desktop regularly
A process known as “rebuilding the desktop” helps your Macintosh keep
track of data on your disks. It’s a good idea to rebuild the desktop of your
disks once a month or so, especially your startup disks. (Although you usually
use the hard disk in your computer as a startup disk, you can also start up
from any other disk that has system software installed.)
To rebuild the desktop of your internal hard disk disk, follow these steps:
1

Hold down the Option and x keys while you start up your computer.

Do not release the keys until you see a message asking whether you want to
rebuild the desktop.
2

Click OK.

You can also use this procedure to rebuild the desktop of an external hard disk
or a floppy disk. Simply turn on the external hard disk or insert the floppy
disk into a floppy disk drive before you turn on the computer.
If icons do not appear correctly after you rebuild the desktop, restart your
computer while pressing the Shift key to temporarily turn off system
extensions. When you see the “Welcome to Macintosh—extensions off”
message, release the Shift key and press the Option and x keys until you see
a message asking if you want to rebuild the desktop.

Chapter 6

Solutions to common problems
This section contains descriptions of problems you could experience with
your computer. Some problems may be caused by your CD-ROM drive, so if
you don’t find your problem here, be sure to check the section “Solutions to
CD-ROM Problems,” later in this chapter.
The computer is turned on but the screen is dark.

One of the following is probably the cause:
m You have a screen saver program that darkens the screen when the
computer has not been used for a certain period.
Press a key or move the mouse to turn off the screen saver.
m The brightness (¤) and contrast (O) buttons are not adjusted properly.
Adjust the brightness and contrast of your monitor.
m The Macintosh or the monitor is not getting power.
Check that the monitor is plugged in and turned on, and that the monitor
cable is firmly connected to both the computer and the monitor.
Check that the computer’s power cord is firmly connected to the computer
and plugged into a grounded electrical outlet, and that the outlet has power.
If you have more than one monitor and only one is dark, check that it is set
up correctly in the Monitors control panel. For information on using more
than one monitor, see the “Monitors” topic of Macintosh Guide, available
in the Guide (h) menu.
The computer’s clock keeps time inaccurately.

Your computer has a clock that runs continuously. When the computer is
turned off, a battery keeps the clock running. If your clock begins to keep
time inaccurately, have your Apple-authorized service provider replace the
battery.

Troubleshooting

When you start up, a disk icon with a blinking question mark appears in the middle
of the screen.

This icon indicates that your Macintosh cannot find the system software it
needs to start up. One of the following is probably the cause:
m Your computer may be having a problem recognizing external SCSI
equipment, such as hard disks, CD-ROM drives, and scanners. (SCSI
stands for Small Computer System Interface.)
Turn off all external SCSI equipment and disconnect the first SCSI device
in the chain from your computer’s SCSI port. Then restart the computer.
If the computer starts up after you disconnect your SCSI equipment, refer
to the manuals that came with the equipment for information on the proper
way to connect SCSI equipment and assign SCSI ID numbers.
If you have a printer connected to your computer’s SCSI port, make sure
your printer is connected properly. Most printers connect to the printer
port, not the SCSI port. Check the manuals that came with your printer for
information on how to connect it properly.
m System software is not installed on the startup hard disk, the system
software is damaged, or the hard disk is not working properly.
Insert the Macintosh Performa CD. Then follow the instructions in
“Repairing a Damaged Disk” to test your startup hard disk and repair
any damage.
If repairing the disk doesn’t help, follow the instructions in the Macintosh
Performa CD booklet to reinstall system software on your startup hard disk.

Chapter 6

A disk icon with an X appears in the middle of the screen and a floppy disk is ejected
from the disk drive.

This icon indicates that the floppy disk you tried to start up from is not a
startup disk. When you turn on your computer, it looks first in the floppy disk
drive for a disk containing system software. If the disk in the drive does not
contain system software, the computer ejects the disk and looks on its internal
hard disk for system software.
Wait a few seconds. The computer should start up from its internal hard
disk. Make sure you insert floppy disks only after the computer has begun
starting up.
A “sad Macintosh” icon appears and the computer won’t start up.

This icon indicates that your Macintosh cannot start up because of a problem
with the system software or the computer hardware.
Eject any floppy disks by turning off the computer and then holding down the
mouse button while you turn the computer on again. Try starting up with the
Macintosh Performa CD. (For instructions on how to start up your computer
from the CD-ROM disc, see the Macintosh Performa CD booklet, which came
with your computer.) If the “sad Macintosh” icon appears again, consult the
service and support information that came with your computer for
information on contacting an Apple-authorized service provider or Apple
for assistance.

Troubleshooting

The hard disk icon does not appear on the desktop.

If you don’t see a hard disk icon on the desktop, try the following:
m Use the Drive Setup program to make the disk available. Drive Setup is
located in the Apple Extras folder. For instructions, start Drive Setup, then
choose Drive Setup Guide from the Guide (h) menu.
m If the hard disk is internal, shut down your computer, wait at least 10
seconds, and then turn it on again.
m If the hard disk is external, make sure that it is turned on and that its cable
is connected firmly; then restart the Macintosh.
m Check the ID numbers of all SCSI equipment connected to your computer.
See the manuals that came with your SCSI equipment for information on
setting SCSI ID numbers.
m If the hard disk is your startup disk, start your computer with the Macintosh
Performa CD. (For instructions on how to start up your computer from the
CD-ROM disc, see the Macintosh Performa CD booklet.) Then follow the
rest of the instructions on repairing a disk to test your startup hard disk and
repair any damage.
If repairing the disk doesn’t help, follow the instructions in “Installing or
Reinstalling System Software” later in this chapter to reinstall system
software on your startup hard disk.
Icons do not appear correctly on your screen.

You need to rebuild the desktop—a process that helps your Macintosh keep
track of files and folders on your hard disks. For instructions, see “Rebuild
Your Desktop Regularly” in the section “If You Have Trouble” earlier in this
chapter.
If icons do not appear correctly after you rebuild the desktop, restart your
computer while pressing the Shift key to temporarily turn off system
extensions. When you see the “Welcome to Macintosh—extensions off”
message, release the Shift key and press the Option and x keys until you see
a message asking if you want to rebuild the desktop.

Chapter 6

Your Macintosh can’t read a floppy disk.

If you see a message that a floppy disk is unreadable, try one of the following:
m If the disk has never been used, you may simply need to initialize it. For
instructions, see the “Disks” topic of Macintosh Guide, available in the
Guide (h) menu.
m The disk may be damaged. See “Repairing a Damaged Disk” later in this
chapter for information on testing and repairing disks.
m If the disk is a high-density disk previously used on another computer, the
disk may have been formatted incorrectly as an 800K disk rather than as a
1440K (high-density) disk. If so, use the other computer to copy the disk’s
contents onto a properly formatted disk.
m The disk may have been formatted for use on another kind of computer.
You may be able to use a program that lets you work with such disks on
your Macintosh.
If you are trying unsuccessfully to use a DOS floppy disk, consider the
following:
m When formatting floppy disks on a DOS computer for use in a Macintosh,
you need to format standard double-sided disks as 720K disks and highdensity disks as 1440K disks. Double-sided disks formatted in 1440K
format and high-density disks formatted in 720K format may not work in a
Macintosh.
If you think your DOS floppy disk might have a format that doesn’t work
in a Macintosh, use a DOS computer to copy the contents of the disk onto
a properly formatted disk.

Troubleshooting

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

One of the following is probably the cause:
m The Macintosh ran out of memory.
Quit the programs that you have open and then open the program you want
to use, or restart your Macintosh.
Use the Memory control panel to turn on virtual memory. For more
information on virtual memory, see the “Memory” topic of Macintosh
Guide, available in the Guide (h) menu.
m The program needs more memory.
Use the program’s Info window to give it more memory. For more
information on increasing a program’s memory, see the “Memory” topic of
Macintosh Guide, available in the Guide (h) menu.
m The program is incompatible with your Macintosh.
Contact the program’s publisher to see if there is an upgrade available for
the program.
You see a message that you need to have an FPU installed.

Your computer has a floating-point unit (FPU) installed. If you see this
message, the program is probably incompatible with your Macintosh. Contact
the program’s publisher to see if there is an upgrade available for the program.

Chapter 6

A dialog box with a bomb appears.

There is a software problem.
m Write down what you were doing when the message appeared, and write
down the text of the message.
m Restart your Macintosh. (See “Start Over” in the section “If You Have
Trouble” earlier in this chapter for instructions.) Most software problems
are temporary, and restarting usually corrects the problem.
m If the problem recurs, check the startup disk and application program you
were using when the dialog box appeared. Make sure that all programs,
desk accessories, and system extensions you’re using are compatible with
the system software. Reinstalling the system software may correct the
problem.
m Sometimes incompatible system extensions or control panels can cause
system software problems. Restart while holding down the Shift key; this
temporarily turns off all system extensions. If your computer works
normally after you do this, use the Extensions Manager control panel to
turn on extensions and control panels one at a time. Restart after you turn
on each extension. This procedure should identify incompatible extensions
and control panels.
For information on using the Extensions Manager control panel to manage
system extensions, see the “Setting Options” topic of Macintosh Guide,
available in the Guide (h) menu.
m If the problem recurs, you may need to reinstall system software. See the
Macintosh Performa CD booklet for instructions.

Troubleshooting

The pointer (8) doesn’t move when you move the mouse.

One of the following situations is probably the cause.
m There is a software problem. Try the following:
Press x-Option-Esc to quit the application program in use when the
problem occurred. If this works, you can save the documents open in other
programs before restarting.
Restart your Macintosh. See “Start Over” in the section “If You Have
Trouble” earlier in this chapter for instructions.
m Follow the suggestions in the previous section, “A Dialog Box With a Bomb
Appears.”
m The mouse is not connected properly.
Turn the computer off using the standby power button, check that the
mouse and keyboard cables are connected properly, and then restart the
computer.
IMPORTANT Do not connect or disconnect the mouse while the computer is

turned on. You may damage your computer.
m Signals from the mouse are not reaching the computer, either because the
mouse needs cleaning or because there is something wrong with the
mouse.
Clean the mouse according to the instructions in Appendix A of this book.
If you have another mouse or pointing device, try connecting and using it.
(Turn the computer off before connecting it.) If the new device works, there
is probably something wrong with the mouse you replaced.
If none of these procedures solves the problem, consult the service and
support information that came with your computer for instructions on how to
contact an Apple-authorized service provider or Apple for assistance.

Chapter 6

Typing on the keyboard produces nothing on the screen.

One of the following is probably the cause:
m Some system software features are turned on that affect the way the
keyboard works.
Use the Easy Access control panel to turn off Sticky Keys, Slow Keys, and
Mouse Keys.
m There is a software problem.
Restart your Macintosh. For instructions, see “Start Over” in the section
“If You Have Trouble” earlier in this chapter.
Check the startup disk and application program you were using when the
problem occurred. Make sure that all programs, desk accessories, and
system extensions you’re using are compatible with the system software.
If the problem recurs, you may need to reinstall system software. See the
Macintosh Performa CD booklet for instructions.
m You haven’t selected any text or set the insertion point (i).
Make sure the program you want to type in is the active program. Then
place the pointer (8) in the active window and click to set an insertion
point (i) or drag to select text (if you want to replace the text with your
typing).
m The keyboard is not connected properly.
Turn off the computer using the standby power button, then check that the
keyboard cable is connected properly at both ends.
If you have a keyboard with an ADB port (marked with the ◊ icon) on
each end, turn off the Macintosh using the standby power button and plug
the keyboard cable into the other ADB port on the keyboard. (You may
have to unplug the mouse to do this.) Then restart the computer.
Some monitors have one or two ADB ports. Turn off the Macintosh using
the standby power button and connect your keyboard cable to a different
ADB port on the computer or monitor. Then restart the computer.

Troubleshooting

m The keyboard is damaged.
If you have access to another keyboard, try using it instead. (Turn the
computer off before connecting it.) If the new keyboard works, there is
probably something wrong with the one you replaced.
If none of these procedures solves the problem, consult the service and
support information that came with your computer for instructions on how to
contact an Apple-authorized service provider or Apple for assistance.
You can’t open a document, or you see a message that an application program can’t
be found.

m Some documents can be opened by more than one application program.
Try starting a program that you think might be able to open the document,
then choose Open from the program’s File menu to try to open the
document.
m Purchase and install the correct software to use the document, or find out
if the creator of the document can convert it to a form that one of your
programs can use.
m Don’t try to open the files in your System Folder. Most of the files in your
System Folder are used by your computer for internal purposes and are not
intended to be opened.
m Rebuild your desktop by holding down the Option and x keys while
starting up your computer. Keep holding down the keys until you see a
message asking whether you want to rebuild the desktop. Click OK.
m If the document is from a DOS computer, use the PC Exchange control
panel to specify which Macintosh program will open the document. For
information about working with DOS documents on your Macintosh, see
the “Using DOS Files & Disks” topic of Macintosh Guide, available in the
Guide (h) menu.

Chapter 6

You experience problems using a document from a DOS computer.

If you can’t open a DOS document using a Macintosh program, try the
following:
m Open the document from within the program by choosing Open in the
program’s File menu.
m Use the PC Exchange control panel to specify which Macintosh program
will open the document.
If a DOS document is displayed incorrectly, or you see strange codes or
characters in the document, try one of the following:
m Your application program may have special procedures for opening and
saving documents with different file formats. See the information that
came with your program, or call the program’s publisher.
m Try opening the document in another program.
Note: Some characters that can be displayed on the Macintosh are not
accurately displayed on DOS computers.
For more information about working with DOS documents on your
Macintosh, see the “Using DOS Files & Disks” topic of Macintosh Guide,
available in the Guide (h) menu.

Troubleshooting

You see a message that your application program can’t be opened because a file can’t
be found.

Macintosh programs designed specifically for the PowerPC microprocessor
(also called “native” applications) use special files called shared libraries. Any
necessary shared libraries should be installed automatically when you install
these special Macintosh programs.
Follow the directions that came with your program to reinstall the program. If
the shared library is still missing, contact the software program’s manufacturer
for assistance.
You experience problems using an older Macintosh program.

Some older Macintosh programs are not completely compatible with
Macintosh computers that have the PowerPC microprocessor.
m Contact the program’s publisher to see if an upgrade is available.
m Open the Memory control panel and turn off Modern Memory Manager.
For more detailed instructions, see the “Working with Programs” topic of
Macintosh Guide, available in the Guide (h) menu.

Chapter 6

Solutions to CD-ROM problems
Problems using the CD-ROM drive
The CD-ROM disc icon does not appear on screen.

m If you have other SCSI devices attached to your computer, make sure that
each device has a unique SCSI ID number (your CD-ROM drive has SCSI
ID 3). Refer to the documentation that came with your SCSI devices if you
need to reset SCSI ID numbers.
Your computer starts up and you see large folder-shaped areas, containing labeled
pictorial buttons, instead of the usual Macintosh desktop.

m Your computer may have started up from a CD-ROM disc containing At
Ease, an alternative to the Macintosh desktop. You need to have the
Macintosh desktop on your screen before you can use any of the
installation instructions in this manual.
To return to the Macintosh desktop, choose Shut Down from the Special
menu. When your computer is off, press the Open/Close button of your
CD-ROM drive to open the tray, then remove the CD-ROM disc. Close the
tray. Then start up your computer again.
To avoid having the computer start up from a CD-ROM disc, remember to
remove any disc in the drive before you shut down your computer.
The tray of your CD-ROM drive won’t open.

If a CD-ROM disc icon appears on your screen:
m Drag the disc icon to the Trash, or select it and choose Put Away from the
File menu. If the AppleCD Audio Player is active, choose Eject CD from
the File menu.
If you see a message that a disc can’t be put away because it is being
shared, turn off file sharing, then try again to put away the disc.
If no CD-ROM disc icon appears on your screen:
m Press the Open/Close button for your CD-ROM drive.

Troubleshooting

m The signal to open the tray may not be reaching the computer. Turn off
your computer and locate the small pinhole to the lower right of the
CD-ROM tray opening. Insert the end of a large straightened paper clip
firmly and horizontally into the pinhole. Push gently until the tray is
released, then carefully pull the tray open. Do not force the tray open; wait
until the paper clip has dislodged it or you may break the front of the tray.
WARNING Turn off your computer before you attempt to eject the tray

using a paper clip. If you don’t, you may damage the CD-ROM drive.
If neither of these suggestions works, your CD-ROM drive may be damaged.
Contact an Apple-authorized service provider or Apple for further assistance.
Your computer won’t restart, and a CD-ROM disc is in the CD-ROM drive.

m Your computer may be trying to start up from the CD-ROM disc. Press the
Open/Close button of your CD-ROM drive to open the tray, and remove
the CD-ROM disc. Close the tray, then restart your computer.

Problems with CD-ROM discs
You insert a CD-ROM disc, but its icon doesn’t appear on the Macintosh desktop.

m Make sure that the disc label is facing up and the disc is centered in the
tray. If you’re using a small (8 cm) disc, make sure it is within the tray’s
inner ring.
m Make sure the tray is closed all the way.
m Try restarting your computer.

Chapter 6

Your computer displays the message “This is not a Macintosh disk: Do you want to
initialize it?” when you insert a CD-ROM disc in the CD-ROM drive.

m The disc may use a format that the Macintosh cannot recognize.
Your computer ejects a CD-ROM disc without giving you any error message.

m Make sure the disc is flat in the tray and the disc label is facing up. If
you’re using a small (8 cm) disc, make sure it’s centered within the tray’s
inner ring.
m The disc may need to be cleaned. (See “Handling CD-ROM Discs” in
Appendix A.) If there are visible scratches on the shiny side of the disc,
you may be able to remove them with a CD polishing kit (available from
your audio CD dealer). If the scratches can’t be removed, you’ll need to
replace the disc.
m The disc may be damaged. Try another disc in the drive, and try the
original disc in another drive. If the original drive reads other discs or if
the original disc also doesn’t work in another drive, the disc is probably
damaged. You’ll need to replace the disc.
You can’t open a document on a CD-ROM disc.

m Try opening the application program first; then open the document.
m Read the manual that came with your CD-ROM disc. Some discs come
with software that you need to install on your computer before using
the disc.
You can’t save changes you make to information on a CD-ROM disc.

m CD-ROM is a read-only medium. This means that information can be read
(retrieved) from it, but not written (stored) on it. You can save the changed
information on a hard disk or floppy disk.

Problems using ISO 9660 or High Sierra discs
You cannot access files on a CD-ROM disc that uses the ISO 9660 or High Sierra format.

m Discs in the ISO 9660 and High Sierra disc formats have version numbers
attached to file names. Some application programs need these version
numbers in order to work with files. To make the version numbers
available to programs on your computer, follow these instructions.

Troubleshooting

Drag the CD icon to the Trash. When the tray opens, hold down the Option
key and push the tray back in. Continue to hold down the Option key until
the disc is in the drive. The program you are using should now be able to
locate file names on that CD-ROM disc.

Problems playing audio CDs
You don’t hear any sound when you play an audio CD or an audio track on a CD-ROM
disc using the AppleCD Audio Player.

m If you have headphones or speakers connected to the computer, adjust the
connector to make sure they are firmly connected. Make sure the column
control on your headphones or speakers is not turned down too low.
m If you do not have headphones or speakers connected to the computer,
make sure that nothing else is plugged into the sound output port on your
computer.
m Some programs change the sound options to suit their needs. You may need
to reset the sound options in the Sound control panel. Refer to the “Sound”
topic of Macintosh Guide available in the Guide (h) menu.
m If you are using a CD-ROM disc over a network, you won’t be able to hear
the audio portion.
m Make sure the volume is turned up in the AppleCD Audio Player. With the
Audio Player open, drag the volume control slider up or press the Up
Arrow key on your keyboard.
m The CD may have been paused. Click the Play/Pause button in the
AppleCD Audio Player once or twice.
While playing an audio track on a CD-ROM disc that combines audio tracks and data,
you double-click the disc icon and the audio track stops playing.

m You can’t open data files on a CD-ROM disc and listen to audio tracks on
that disc at the same time.
You are unable to record sound from an audio CD.

m Check your computer’s sound input port to see if a microphone or other
device is connected.
m You may need to reset the sound options in the Sound control panel. Refer
to the “Sound” topic of Macintosh Guide, available in the Guide (h)
menu.

Chapter 6

Problems using Photo CDs
Your CD-ROM drive will not open Photo CDs.

m Reinstall the CD-ROM and QuickTime software (available through the
“MultiMedia Software” option in Custom Install).
Your computer does not display color icons for individual images on a Photo CD.

m Your computer may be low on memory. To view color icons, restart your
computer and then reopen the Photos folder. See the “Memory” topic of
Macintosh Guide, available in the Guide (h) menu for more information
on managing memory.
After you open an image on a Photo CD, the image is scrambled, colors are displayed
incorrectly, or no image appears in the window.

m The program you are using may not be designed to work with large (highresolution) image files. You can open the image with another program or
you can assign more memory to the program. (See the “Memory” topic of
Macintosh Guide, available in the Guide (h) menu for more information
on managing memory.)
After you open an image on a Photo CD, your system is “frozen” and does not respond
to any input, or you have a “bomb” message on your screen.

m Restart your Macintosh. The program you are using may not be designed
to work with large (high-resolution) image files. You can open the image
with another program or you can assign more memory to the program
(see the “Memory” topic of Macintosh Guide available in the Guide (h)
menu, for more information on managing memory.)

Troubleshooting

If your computer’s performance decreases
If you notice a decrease in your computer’s speed and general performance
after you add special software (a control panel, system extension, or custom
utility), it may be because the software does not work well with Macintosh
computers built with the PowerPC microprocessor.
m To find out if the new software is the problem, hold down the Shift key
while you restart the computer. This temporarily turns off control panels
and extensions. If the computer performs better without this software, one
of these items is likely to be the problem.
m Use the Extensions Manager control panel to turn off a system extension or
set of extensions. For detailed instructions, see the “Setting Options” topic
of Macintosh Guide, available in the Guide (h) menu. If the computer
performs better when an extension is turned off, contact the extension’s
manufacturer for information or an upgrade.
m Use the Memory control panel to turn off virtual memory. For more
information on virtual memory, see the “Memory” topic of Macintosh
Guide, available in the Guide (h) menu.
m If you use several application programs at the same time, your computer’s
performance will increase if you install more RAM (random-access
memory). See “Expanding Memory” in Chapter 3.
If you still do not notice an improvement, you may want to reinstall system
software on your startup hard disk. See the Macintosh Performa CD booklet for
instructions.

Chapter 6

Repairing a damaged disk
If you see a message reporting that a disk is damaged or unreadable, you may
need to repair the disk.

Try these suggestions first
If you can’t start up from a hard disk or you don’t see the hard disk icon on the
desktop, try the following:
m If the hard disk is internal, shut down your Macintosh, wait at least 10
seconds, and then turn it on again.
m If the hard disk is external, make sure that it is turned on and that its cable
is connected firmly; then restart the Macintosh.
m If the hard disk is your startup disk, start up with a different startup disk.
(See the following section, “Starting Up From a CD-ROM Disc.”)
If, after you start up from a different disk, your hard disk’s icon appears on
your desktop, reinstall system software on the hard disk. (See “Installing or
Reinstalling System Software” later in this chapter).
m Check the ID numbers of all SCSI equipment connected to your computer.
Each device must have a unique ID number. The computer itself has the
ID number 7 and the internal CD-ROM drive has the ID number 3. The ID
numbers 0, 1, 2, 4, 5, and 6 are available for additional SCSI devices.
Also check that the chain of devices is terminated properly. For
information on setting SCSI ID numbers and terminating a SCSI chain,
see the manuals that came with your SCSI equipment.
m If none of these suggestions solves the problem, test the disk by following
the instructions given later in this section.

Troubleshooting

Starting up from a CD-ROM disc
To test, repair, or initialize a hard disk, or to install system software on a hard
disk, you need to start up your computer from another disk. You can start up
your computer using the Macintosh Performa CD that came with your
computer.
The procedure for starting up from the CD varies depending on the condition
of the system software on your hard disk. To find out which procedure to use,
you must turn on your Macintosh.
The steps that follow tell how to start up from a CD-ROM disc, depending on
what you see on your screen.
If you see a blinking question mark on your screen
The blinking question mark means that your Macintosh is unable to find
usable system software on your hard disk.

Press the Open/Close button of your CD-ROM drive to open the CD-ROM tray.

Place the Macintosh Performa CD disc in the tray with the disc label facing up.

Make sure the disc is lying flat in the tray.
3

Push the tray in, or press the Open/Close button, to close the tray.

Your Macintosh recognizes the CD as a startup disk, and in a few seconds the
Macintosh desktop with a Launcher appears.

Chapter 6

If you see the Macintosh desktop
1

Press the Open/Close button of your CD-ROM drive to open the CD-ROM tray.

Place the Macintosh Performa CD disc in the tray with the disc label facing up.

Make sure the disc is lying flat in the tray.
3

Push the tray in, or press the Open/Close button, to close the tray.

If the Macintosh Performa CD icon does not appear on your screen, follow
the steps in the next section, “Problems Starting Up From the CD?”
If the Macintosh Performa CD icon appears on the right side of your screen,
continue with these steps.
4

Choose Control Panels from the Apple (K) menu.

Double-click the Startup Disk icon.

The Startup Disk control panel window appears.
6

Click the CD icon to select it as your startup disk.

Choose Restart from the Special menu.

Your computer recognizes the CD as its startup disk, and in a few seconds the
Macintosh desktop with a Launcher appears.

Troubleshooting

Problems starting up from the CD?
If you’ve followed the steps in the previous sections and the Macintosh
Performa CD icon does not appear on your screen, follow these steps:
1

Insert the CD into the tray.

Choose Restart from the Special menu.

Immediately press and hold down the Command (x), Shift, Option, and Delete keys.

The computer bypasses the internal hard disk, and the Macintosh Performa
CD icon appears on the desktop.
If the Macintosh Performa CD icon still does not appear on the desktop,
continue with these steps:
4

Choose Control Panels from the Apple (K) menu.

Double-click the Startup Disk icon.

The Startup Disk control panel appears.
6

Click the CD icon to select it as your startup disk.

Close the Startup Disk control panel.

Choose Restart from the Special menu (or the Apple menu).

The computer starts up using the CD, and in a few moments the Macintosh
desktop with a Launcher appears.

Chapter 6

Checking for damage on your hard disk
You can test a hard disk for damage with the Drive Setup program, which is
on the Macintosh Performa CD that came with your computer.
1

Start up your computer from the Macintosh Performa CD.

See “Starting Up From a CD-ROM Disc” earlier in this section.
2

Open the Drive Setup program.

You may need to look in a folder called Utilities to find Drive Setup.

In the list of drives, click the disk you want to test.

Choose Test Disk from the Functions menu.

When a message tells you that the testing is complete, click Quit.

If the test reveals a problem, you may be able to correct it by using Disk First
Aid or another disk repair program (see the instructions in the next section),
or you may need to reinitialize the disk (see “Initializing a Hard Disk” later in
this chapter). Consult an Apple-authorized service provider for assistance if
necessary. If you had a hard disk from another manufacturer installed after
you bought your computer, use the software that came with the disk or contact
the disk vendor to get the latest version of software.

Troubleshooting

How to repair a hard disk or floppy disk
You can repair some types of disk damage by using the Disk First Aid
program, which is on the Macintosh Performa CD that came with your
computer.
1

Start up your computer from the Macintosh Performa CD.

See “Starting Up From a CD-ROM Disc” earlier in this section.
2

Open the Disk First Aid icon.

Click the icon of the disk you want to test.

Disk icons appear in a box at the top of the Disk First Aid window.

Chapter 6

Click Repair to begin testing and repairing the disk.

If you want to test and repair another disk, click its icon and then click Repair.
5

When testing and repair are done, choose Quit from the File menu.

If Disk First Aid cannot correct the problem
m Try repairing the disk again. Sometimes repeating the process corrects the
problem.
m Use another disk repair or recovery program. Some disk repair programs
let you recover information from a damaged disk.
m Consult an Apple-authorized service provider for help.
m If you can’t repair the disk, you’ll need to reinitialize it, which erases all the
information on it. Before you reinitialize, be sure you recover all the
information you can and back it up. Then erase (reinitialize) the disk. For
instructions on reinitializing a floppy disk, see the “Disks” topic of
Macintosh Guide, available in the Guide (h) menu. For instructions on
reinitializing a hard disk, see the next section, “Initializing a Hard Disk.”
If initialization doesn’t work, discard the damaged disk (if it’s a floppy
disk), or take it to your Apple-authorized service provider for repair (if it’s
a hard disk). Bring the Macintosh Performa CD (which you received with
your computer) with you to the service provider.

Initializing a hard disk
The hard disk inside your computer was initialized (formatted for use) at the
factory, so you shouldn’t need to initialize it. You need to initialize a hard disk
only if
m you purchase an uninitialized hard disk from another manufacturer
m your hard disk is damaged
If a hard disk needs to be initialized, the disk’s icon does not appear on the
desktop when you start up the computer using another disk.
You initialize your internal hard disk using a program called Drive Setup,
which is on the Macintosh Performa CD that came with your computer.

Troubleshooting

WARNING Initializing a disk erases any information that may be on it.

Before you initialize a damaged disk, try to repair it as described in
“Repairing a Damaged Disk” earlier in this chapter.
1

Start up your computer from the Macintosh Performa CD.

See “Starting Up From a CD-ROM Disc” in the section “Repairing a
Damaged Disk,” earlier in this chapter.
2

Open the Drive Setup program.

You may need to look in a folder called Utilities to find Drive Setup.

In the list of drives, click the disk you want to initialize.

Click the drive you
want to initialize...

...then click Initialize.

Click Initialize to initialize the hard disk.

When you see a message reporting that initialization was successful, click Quit.

If a message reports that initialization failed, try again. If initialization fails a
second time, take the disk to your Apple-authorized service provider for repair.

Chapter 6

Installing or reinstalling system software
System software is the set of programs and other files that your computer uses
to start itself up, keep track of your files, and run the application programs
you use. System software is kept in the System Folder. When you turn on your
computer, it looks for a startup disk, which is a disk that contains the system
software. The startup disk is usually the hard disk that’s inside your computer,
though another hard disk or a floppy disk can also be a startup disk.

When should you install or reinstall system software?
Your Macintosh came with all the necessary system software installed on its
internal hard disk, so you don’t need to install system software on that disk
unless you encounter software problems.
If you have a new hard disk or a newly initialized hard disk that doesn’t
contain system software, or if you want to upgrade to a more recent version of
system software on a hard disk, you’ll need to install system software. You can
install or reinstall system software by following the instructions in the
Macintosh Performa CD booklet that came with your computer.
If your hard disk already has system software installed on it but there is a
problem with the disk or the software, you may see this icon in the middle of
the screen:

If this icon appears, first try testing your startup hard disk and repairing any
damage. To do this, follow the instructions in “Repairing a Damaged Disk”
earlier in this chapter. If repairing the disk doesn’t help, you may need to
reinstall system software. You can install or reinstall system software by
following the instructions in the Macintosh Performa CD booklet that came
with your computer.
If you’ve used Apple Backup to back up the contents of your hard disk, you
can use Apple Restore to reinstall system software. See “Restoring the
Information on Your Hard Disk” in the section “Protecting the Information on
a Disk” in Chapter 4.

Troubleshooting

Read this appendix for important
health and safety instructions,
as well as tips on keeping your
computer in good working order.

Appendix A
Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips

For your own safety and that of your equipment, follow all the instructions in
this chapter. Keep these instructions available for reference by you and others.

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 example, 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 below.

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 and 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.
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.

Appendix A

Eye fatigue
Eye fatigue can occur whenever 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:
m Arrange your workspace 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 office
Here are some guidelines for adjusting the furniture in your office to
accommodate your physical size and shape.
m 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.
m When you use the computer keyboard, your shoulders should be relaxed.
Your upper arm and forearm should form an approximate right angle, with
your wrist and hand in roughly a straight line.

Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips

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 Position the mouse at the same height as your keyboard. Allow adequate
space to use the mouse comfortably.
m 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).
m Position the monitor to minimize glare and reflections on the screen from
overhead lights and windows. You may want to use a tiltable monitor
stand. The stand lets you set the monitor at the best angle for viewing,
helping to reduce or eliminate glare from lighting sources you can’t move.
45–70 cm (18–28 in.)

Shoulders relaxed
Forearms and hands
in a straight line
Forearms level
or tilted up slightly
Lower back supported

Top of the screen at or slightly
below eye level (You may need
to adjust the height of your
monitor by placing something
under it or by raising your
work surface.)
Screen positioned to avoid
reflected glare
Clearance under work surface

Thighs horizontal
Feet flat on the floor

Appendix A

Avoiding fatigue
m Change your seated position, stand up, or stretch whenever you start to feel
tired. Frequent short breaks are helpful in reducing fatigue.
m Use a light touch when typing or using a mouse and keep your hands and
fingers relaxed.
m 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.
m Allow adequate work space so that you can use your keyboard and mouse
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.
m Eye muscles must work harder to focus on nearby objects. Occasionally
focus your eyes on a distant object, and blink often while you work.
m 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.
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 our products.
We are also actively encouraging further scientific research so we can
continue to promote the health and safety of our customers and employees.

Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips

Safety instructions
For your own safety and that of your equipment, always take the following
precautions.
Turn off the computer completely and disconnect the power plug (by pulling
the plug, not the cord) if any of the following conditions exists:
m the power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged
m you spill something into the case
m your Macintosh is exposed to rain or any other excess moisture
m your Macintosh has been dropped or the case has been otherwise damaged
m you suspect that your Macintosh needs service or repair
m you want to clean the case (use only the recommended procedure
described later in this chapter)
Be sure that you always do the following:
m Keep your Macintosh away from sources of liquids, such as wash basins,
bathtubs, shower stalls, and so on.
m Protect your Macintosh from dampness or wet weather, such as rain, snow,
and so on.
m Read all the installation instructions carefully before you plug your
Macintosh into a wall socket.
m Keep these instructions handy for reference by you and others.
m 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.

Appendix A

Handling your computer equipment
Follow these guidelines for handling your computer and its components:
m When setting up your computer, place components on a sturdy, flat surface,
and carefully follow all setup instructions.
m When connecting or disconnecting a cable, always hold the cable by its
connector (the plug, not the cord).
m Turn off your computer and all its components before connecting or
disconnecting any cables to add or remove any component. Failure to do so
could seriously damage your equipment.
m Never force a connector into a port. If the connector and port do not join
with reasonable ease, they probably don’t match. Make sure that the
connector matches the port and that you have positioned the connector
correctly in relation to the port.
m Take care not to spill any food or liquid on the computer, keyboard, mouse,
or other components. If you do, turn your computer off immediately and
unplug it before cleaning up the spill. Depending on what you spilled and
how much of it got into your equipment, you may have to bring your
equipment to an Apple-authorized service provider.
m Protect the computer and its components from direct sunlight and rain or
other moisture.
m Keep all ventilation openings clear and unobstructed. Without proper air
circulation, components can overheat, causing damage or unreliable
operation.
WARNING This equipment is intended to be electrically grounded. Your

Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips

Handling the monitor
Follow these procedures for handling a monitor:
m Turn down the screen brightness control if you leave the computer turned
on for extended periods. If the brightness is not turned down, the image on
the screen could “burn in” and damage the screen.
You can also use a “screen saver” program, which dims or varies the image
on the screen when the computer has been idle for a specified period of
time. These programs are available from independent suppliers and user
groups.
m Make sure that the ventilation openings on the computer and the monitor
are clear and unobstructed.
m Some large monitors cannot safely be placed on top of the computer.
Check the instructions that came with the monitor for setup information.
m If there is interference on the monitor’s screen or on a television or radio
near your computer, move the affected equipment farther away.

Handling the keyboard
Take care not to spill any liquid on the keyboard. If you do, turn off your
computer immediately.
m If you spill liquid that is thin and clear, unplug the keyboard, turn it upside
down to let the liquid drain out, and let it dry for 24 hours at room
temperature. If, after you take these steps, the keyboard doesn’t work, take
it to an Apple-authorized service provider for repair.
m If you spill liquid that is greasy, sweet, or sticky, unplug the keyboard and
take it to an Apple-authorized service provider for repair.

Appendix A

Handling floppy disks
Store disks at
temperatures
between 50° F
and 125° F.

Do not use a
pencil or an
eraser on a disk
or disk label.

Keep disks dry.

125° F (52° C)

50° F (10° C)

Do not touch the
exposed part of the
disk behind the
metal shutter.

Keep disks away
from magnets.

Avoid exposing
disks to extremely
hot temperatures.

Handling CD-ROM discs
Keep these important safety instructions in mind as you use CD-ROM discs:
m Hold a disc by the edges or by one edge and the center hole. Do not touch
the disc surface.
m To clean discs, wipe the shiny surface with a soft damp cloth, working in
straight lines from center to edge. Do not use any form of cleaning agent.

Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips

m To avoid damage to your discs, keep these points in mind:

Do not expose discs
to direct sunlight.

Do not write on
discs.

Do not spill liquids
on discs.

Do not put tape
on discs.

Do not scratch
discs.

Do not get
dust on discs.

Other important safety instructions to keep in mind as you use your
CD-ROM player:
m Position your computer so that when the tray opens, it doesn’t bump
into anything.
m Do not leave the disc tray open. If dust gets on the lens of the CD-ROM
drive, the drive may have problems reading your compact discs.
m Do not put anything (for instance, a cup) on top of the tray when it is open.
m Do not force the tray open by hand.
m Do not wipe the lens with a paper towel or other abrasive surface. If you
need to clean the lens, see an Apple-authorized service provider for a lens
cleaner.
m Never transport your computer with a disc inside the CD-ROM drive.
m Keep your computer equipment away from any source of liquid (such as
wash basins, bathtubs, and shower stalls). If you drink coffee or other
beverages while you’re at your computer, take care not to spill.
m Avoid exposing your equipment to damp or wet weather. If your system is
near a window, be sure the window is closed in rainy weather.

Appendix A

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

Ejecting a disk
For instructions on ejecting a floppy disk, a CD-ROM disc, or a removable
media disk, see the “Disks” topic of Macintosh Guide, available in the
Guide (h) menu.

If you can’t eject a floppy disk
If you can’t eject a floppy disk in the usual way, try the following in order:
m Hold down the x and Shift keys and press the number 1 key on your
keyboard to eject a disk in the internal disk drive.
m Turn off the computer. If the disk isn’t ejected, then hold down the button
on your mouse or other pointing device while you turn the computer on
again.
m Locate the small hole near the disk drive’s opening, and carefully insert the
end of a large straightened paper clip into it. Push gently until the disk is
ejected. Do not use excessive force.

If nothing works, take the computer or disk drive to your Apple-authorized
service provider to have the disk removed.

Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips

Power supply
The power supply in your computer is a high-voltage component and should
not be opened for any reason, even when the computer is off. If the power
supply needs service, contact your Apple-authorized dealer or service
provider.

Cleaning your equipment
Follow these general rules when cleaning the outside of your computer and
its components:
m Use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth to clean the computer’s exterior. Avoid
getting moisture in any openings.
m Don’t use aerosol sprays, solvents, or abrasives.

Cleaning the computer case
To clean the case, do the following:
1

Turn off the computer completely and then disconnect the power plug. (Pull the plug, not
the cord.)

Wipe the surfaces lightly with a clean, soft cloth dampened with water.

Cleaning the monitor
To clean the screen, put household glass cleaner on a soft cloth and wipe the
screen. Don’t spray the cleaner directly on the screen, because the liquid
might drip into the monitor or computer.

Cleaning the mouse
The mouse contains a small ball that must roll smoothly for the mouse to
work properly. You can keep this ball free of dirt and grease by using the
mouse on a clean, lint-free surface and cleaning it occasionally.
You need a few cotton swabs and a clean, soft, lint-free cloth.
1

Appendix A

Turn off your computer.

Turn the mouse upside-down and turn the plastic ring on the bottom counterclockwise
to disengage it.

On some mouse devices, you may need to press the plastic ring (rather than
turn it) to disengage it.
If you cannot disengage the ring, the mouse may be locked. See the next
section, “Locking and Unlocking the Mouse.”
3

Turn the mouse right-side up with one hand and catch the ring and the ball with your
other hand.

Clean the three small rollers inside the mouse with a cotton swab moistened with water.

Rotate the rollers to clean all around them.

Wipe the mouse ball with a clean, soft, dry, and lint-free cloth.

If necessary, wash the mouse ball with warm soapy water (use a mild soap such as a
dishwashing liquid) and then dry the mouse ball thoroughly.

Gently blow into the mouse case to remove any dust that has collected there.

Put the ball and the ring back in place.

Your mouse should roll smoothly across your mouse pad or desk. If it doesn’t,
repeat these instructions carefully.
Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips

Locking and unlocking the mouse
Some mouse devices can be locked so that the ball can’t be removed. A
locking mouse has a small hole on the plastic ring.
To lock the mouse, follow these steps:
1

Insert a straightened paper clip into the hole on the plastic ring.
Insert a straightened paper clip into this hole.

(The hole may be located here on your mouse.)

Press down on the paper clip while you turn the ring clockwise.

Turn the ring a very short distance, until it stops. When the recessed area on
the ring is not lined up with the recessed area surrounding the ring, the mouse
is locked.
Recessed area on ring

Recessed area surrounding ring

The mouse ring is locked when the recessed area on the ring
does not line up with the recessed area surrounding the ring.

Appendix A

To unlock the mouse, follow these steps:
1

Insert a straightened paper clip into the hole on the plastic ring.
Insert a straightened paper clip into this hole.

(The hole may be located here on your mouse.)

Press down on the paper clip while you turn the ring counterclockwise.

Turn the ring a very short distance. When the recessed area on the ring is
lined up with the recessed area surrounding the ring, the mouse is unlocked.
Recessed area on ring

Recessed area surrounding ring

The mouse ring is unlocked when the recessed area on the
ring lines up with the recessed area surrounding the ring.

Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips

Read this appendix for
instructions on installing an
expansion card in your computer.

Appendix B
Installing an Expansion Card

Expansion cards are printed circuit boards that can be installed in your
computer to give it special features, such as enhanced video capabilities,
networking and communications, and additional processing power. Your
Macintosh has three slots available for the following kinds of expansion
cards:
m an LC-PDS (processor-direct) slot for most cards
m a communications slot for an internal modem or Ethernet card
m a video-in slot for a card that brings signals into the computer from a
videocassette recorder (VCR), laserdisc player, video camera, or similar
device
You can also install a TV tuner card that allows you to watch TV on your
Macintosh.
Video-in slot
LC-processor-direct slot (LC-PDS)
Communication slot
(You may have a communication
card—such as an internal modem—
installed in this slot.)

Vertical plate

This appendix contains instructions for installing an LC-PDS card or a
communication card. To install a video input card or a TV tuner card, follow
the instructions that come with the card.
WARNING To avoid damaging your computer and expansion card, do not

attempt to install any expansion card without first checking the
documentation for that card. If the documentation specifies that an
Apple-certified technician must install the card (usually because
the installation requires special training or tools), consult the service
and support information that came with your computer for instructions
on how to contact an Apple-authorized service provider or Apple for
assistance. If you attempt to install the card yourself, any damage you
may cause to the computer or card will not be covered by the limited
warranty on your computer. If the card is not an Apple-labeled product,
check with an Apple-authorized dealer or service provider to see if you
can install it yourself.
Installing an expansion card involves three steps:
m opening the computer
m inserting the card into a specific slot
m closing the computer

Appendix B

Opening the computer
1

Shut down your computer by choosing Shut Down from the Special menu.

You can also press the Power key on the keyboard.
2

Unplug all the cables except the power cord from your computer.

Leaving the power cord plugged in helps protect the computer from
electrostatic discharge.
IMPORTANT To avoid generating static electricity that may damage

components, do not walk around the room until you have completed the
installation of the expansion card and closed the computer. Additionally, move
the logic board as little as possible while it is outside the computer case.
3

Place your thumbs on the two tabs at the top of the computer’s back panel, and press
down.

Pulling gently, swing the panel down, and slip it out.

Remove the back panel.

Installing an Expansion Card

If there are security screws on the vertical plate on the back of the computer, remove
them with a screwdriver.

If there are security screws, remove both screws from the vertical plate.

Unplug the power cord from your computer.

Swing the handle out from its storage position. Then grasp the handle and gently but
firmly pull it toward you.

The vertical plate and the logic board to which it’s attached slide all the way
out of the computer. Carefully support the logic board as it comes out, and
put it on a clean, flat, stable surface.

What you do next depends on the type of expansion card you want to install.

100

Appendix B

Installing an LC-PDS card
1

If your LC-PDS card has ports for connecting equipment, remove the plastic access
cover from the vertical plate.
Squeeze the two plastic tabs together and pull off the
metal retainer so the access cover can come off.
Metal retainer

Vertical plate

LC-processor-direct slot (LC-PDS)

Remove the LC-PDS card from its static-proof bag.

Hold the card by its edges to avoid touching any connectors on the card.
3

Align the card over the LC-PDS slot.

Vertical plate
LC-PDS access port

LC-processor-direct slot (LC-PDS)

Installing an Expansion Card

101

Press down on the card until the connector is solidly in place.

Don’t force the card. If you meet resistance, pull the card out and try again.
To see if the card is properly connected, lift it gently. If it resists and stays in
place, it’s connected.

Installing a communication card
Some Macintosh computers come with a communication card already
installed.
1

If your communication card has ports for connecting equipment, remove the plastic
access cover from the vertical plate.
Push the two plastic tabs apart and pull off the
metal retainer so the access cover can come off.
Metal retainer

Vertical plate

Communication slot

Remove the communication card from its static-proof bag.

Hold the card by its edges to avoid touching any connectors on the card.

102

Appendix B

Align the card over the communication slot.

The communication slot is the rightmost slot on the logic board.

Vertical plate
Communication
card access hole

Communication slot

Press down on the card until the connector is solidly in place.

Don’t force the card. If you meet resistance, pull the card out and try again.
To see if the card is properly connected, lift it gently. If it resists and stays in
place, it’s connected.

Installing an Expansion Card

103

Closing the computer
1

Slip the base of the logic board into the guide rails inside the computer case and swing
the handle back into its storage position.
Make sure the logic board slides
into the guides that are on both
sides of the computer’s interior.

Swing the handle up,
into its storage position.

104

Appendix B

Press the reset button on the logic board, and then slide the logic board back into the
computer.

When you press the reset button, some of your computer’s software settings
will change. You may want to open the control panels for the date and time,
keyboard, and mouse to make sure that they are set the way you want them.
For more information about working with control panels, see the “Setting
Options” topic of Macintosh Guide, available in the Guide (h) menu.
1 Press the reset button.

2 Gently but firmly
push on the vertical
plate until the logic board
is solidly back in place.

If you removed security screws earlier, reinsert them now.

Reinstall security screws here.

Installing an Expansion Card

105

Slip the three hooks at the base of the back panel into the grooves on the computer
case.

Slip the three hooks on the back panel
into the grooves in the computer case.

Swing the back panel up and snap it into place.

Snap the plastic back panel into place.

Plug the cables back into the computer.

Reconnect the power cord.

Your computer is now ready to turn on and use.
WARNING Never turn on your 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.

106

Appendix B

Read this appendix to learn
how to use the special
keys on your keyboard.

Appendix C
Special Keys on Your Keyboard

Your computer keyboard contains certain special keys that typewriter
keyboards don’t have. Many of these keys allow you to give commands to the
computer without using the mouse. For example, in many application
programs, pressing the x (Command) key at the same time as the Q key lets
you quit a program.
The following table describes what you can do with the special keys on your
keyboard. The special keys on your keyboard depend on the model of
keyboard you have; some keyboards do not have all the keys listed.
Special keys on Apple keyboards
Arrow keys

Caps Lock key
Clear key

x (Command) key

Use to move the insertion point, as an alternative to using the
pointer. In some programs, the arrow keys have other functions.
Use to capitalize a series of letters (numbers and symbols
aren’t affected).

caps
lock

num
lock

clear

Use to delete the current selection (or use the Delete key).
In some programs, Clear has other functions.
Use in combination with other keys as an alternative to
choosing a menu command.
continued .

107

Special keys on Apple keyboards (continued)
Control key

control

Delete key

Use to delete selected material, or the character to the left of the
insertion point.

delete

Enter key
enter

Escape key

esc

Function keys

Option key
Numeric keys

alt

option

num
lock

clear

Use in combination with other keys to produce special
characters or modify actions.
Use to produce numbers and mathematical symbols; some
programs use these keys as function keys to initiate actions.

Use to move the insertion point to the beginning of the next line.
In a dialog box, pressing Return is the same as clicking the
outlined button.

return

Shift key

Use to produce capital letters (or the upper character
on the key).

shift

Tab key

Use to move the insertion point to the next stopping place
(such as a tab stop or field in a dialog box or program).

tab

ins

help

home

page
up

end

page
down

del

Appendix C

Some programs allow you to use the 12 function keys to give
commands. You can assign commands or action sequences to
function keys with special utility programs.

On some models, press to turn on the computer. Also press to
shut down the computer on certain models.

Return key

108

The function of this key depends on the program you’re using.

enter

Power key

Other special keys

In a dialog box, pressing Enter is the same as clicking the
outlined button. In some programs, pressing this key confirms
information you have provided.

In combination with other keys, this key provides shortcuts or
modifies other actions.

The function of these keys depends on the operating system
and program you’re using.

Typing special characters and symbols
You can type a variety of international and other special symbols and
characters (including characters with diacritical marks, such as accents)
by pressing combinations of keys.
The Key Caps program, which is installed with your system software, shows
you the characters produced when you type certain keys and key
combinations in the fonts available on your computer. Choose Key Caps from
the Apple (K) menu, then choose the font from the Key Caps menu.

Characters appear
here when you press
keys on the keyboard
or click them in
the window.
Characters available
in the Chicago font

To have Key Caps show more options for special characters, press each of
these keys or key combinations: Option, Shift, Shift-Option, Shift-x, and
Option-x.

The highlighted key
represents the key
held down on the
keyboard—in this
case, the Option key.

Characters available in
the Chicago font when
the Option key is pressed

If you press the Option key, Key Caps outlines lightly the keys that you can
use in combination with letter keys to type letters with accents or other
diacritical marks.

Special Keys on Your Keyboard

109

If you see rectangles: If you see rectangles instead of diacritical marks on
some of the pictures of keys in Key Caps, try pressing Option-x to see the
diacritical marks. However, you only need to use the Option key (not
Option-x) in combination with the other keys to type letters with diacritical
marks.
If you press the Option key at the same time as a key for a specific diacritical
mark and then release both keys, Key Caps outlines in bold the keys for
letters that can be typed with that mark. (You’ll see that most key
combinations for diacritical marks can be used with the Space bar as well
as letter keys—producing the mark without a letter.)
The most common diacritical marks and how to create them are summarized
next.
Diacritical mark

Key combination

Grave accent ( ` )

Option–`, then type the character

Acute accent ( ´ )

Option–e, then type the character

Circumflex (^)

Option–i, then type the character

Tilde (~)

Option–n, then type the character

Umlaut ( ¨ )

Option–u, then type the character

The letter “c” with a cedilla (ç)

Option–c

m To type a letter or a space with a specific diacritical mark, press the Option key and
the key for the mark simultaneously. Then type the letter that needs the mark.

If you are having trouble getting a mark and letter to appear together, try
again. Be sure to press the Option key before (or at the same time as) the key
for the mark; then, after you release both keys, type the letter to be marked.

Special key combinations
If difficulties with your mouse or computer don’t allow you to use standard
methods of quitting a program or restarting your computer, you can try using
these special key combinations.

110

Appendix C

To do this . . .

. . . press this key combination

Force a program to quit

x-Option-Esc

Force the computer to restart

x-Control–Power

Index

A
accent marks, key combinations for
109–110
active program, checkmark indicating 37
acute accent, key combinations for 110
answers. See help
AppleCD Audio Player program 45
ejecting CDs using 43, 65
unable to hear discs played with 68
Apple customer support hotline 15
Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) icon 6
Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) port 6, 7, 30
troubleshooting keyboard problems
and 61
Apple Ethernet media adapter 34
Apple Extras folder
answers to questions in 15
application programs in 35
Apple menu
AppleCD Audio Player program
in 45
Key Caps program in 109–110
Shut Down command in 14
Apple PlainTalk Microphone x, 29
connecting 31
AppleTalk Phase 2 Protocols, for
Ethernet communication 34

Apple Video Player program 35
Application menu 13
active programs listed in 37
Hide Others on 38
Show All on 38
switching among programs using 37
application programs 35–39
active 37
backing up 38–39
crashing. See “bomb” icon/message
forcing to quit 51, 110
hiding and showing windows for 38
incompatible 36, 59, 70
increasing memory for 33
installing 36
“native” 39, 64
older Macintosh, problems working
with 39, 64
open 37
opening DOS documents from 63
for PowerPC microprocessor ix,
39, 64
pre-installed 35
quitting unexpectedly 58
switching among 37
troubleshooting 58
unable to find or open 64
unable to start 58
working with several at a time 37–38

111

arrow keys 107
arrow pointer
“frozen” (not moving) 49, 60
moving with mouse 12–13
arrows, scroll 13
At Ease (alternative desktop), returning
to Macintosh desktop from 65
audio compact discs (CDs) 41, 44
playing 45
troubleshooting problems with 68
Audio In port, on external speaker 32
audio tracks on CD-ROM discs 44,
45, 68
opening data files and 68
unable to hear 68

B
backing up 38
back panel, removing 99
backup copy
making 38
restoring information from 39
Balloon Help 26
basic skills
with mouse 12–13
tutorial for teaching 12–13
blank screen (dark screen) 53
at startup 9, 10
blinking question mark icon 54, 79
when starting up from CD-ROM
disc 72
body position, for computer use 83–84
“bomb” icon/message 51, 59
Photo CD causing 69
booting up. See starting up
brightness control 10, 53
avoiding screen “burn in” and 88

112

Index

C
cables
for Ethernet network connection 34
handling 87
keyboard x
monitor x
with stereo miniplug 32
Caps Lock key 107
carpal tunnel syndrome, computer use
and 82
CD. See compact disc
CD-ROM disc 41–48. See also compact
disc; Macintosh Performa CD
audio tracks on 44, 45, 68
automatically ejected without error
message 67
avoiding startup from 65, 66
cleaning 67, 89
document on won’t open 67
ejecting 43,
65–66, 91
handling 89–91
inserting 42
not recognized as Macintosh 67
shared 43, 48, 65
software for nonstandard formats
for 44
standard file formats for 44
starting up from 72–74
troubleshooting problems with 66–68
CD-ROM disc icon 42
ejecting disc and 43, 65–66
not appearing on screen 65
not on desktop 43, 66
CD-ROM drive/player 29, 41–48. See
also CD-ROM disc;
compact disc
failure of tray to open and 65–66
Open/Close button for 29, 42, 43
replacing 34
safety warning about vii
troubleshooting problems with 65–66

cedilla, key combinations for 110
chair, for maximum comfort 83
chips, memory. See memory
circumflex, key combinations for 110
cleaning computer equipment 92–93
Clear key 107
clock, troubleshooting problems with 53
close box 13
closing the computer 104–106
color icons, for images on Photo CD, not
displayed 69
Command key 107
in Key Caps program 109, 110
Command-Option-Esc, for restarting
computer 51
communication card, installing 102–103
communication slot 97, 102, 103
communications regulation information
vi-vii
compact disc. See also CD-ROM disc
audio 41, 44, 45, 68
cleaning 67, 89
handling 89–91
Photo 41, 45, 46–48
types that can be used 44–45
compact disc read-only memory disc. See
CD-ROM disc
compact disc read-only memory
drive/player. See CD-ROM
drive/player
computer case, cleaning 92
computer/computer system x, 29
arranging components of 1, 3, 7,
83–84
basic 29
cleaning 92–93
closing 104–106
connecting additional hardware to 8,
29–34
disconnecting before attempting repair
30, 60, 66, 87

handling 87–92
health-related information about use
of 81–85
opening 99–100
performance decreases and 70
setting up 1–11
troubleshooting problems with 49–79
turning off 11, 14
turning on 8–9
computer “crash.” See “bomb”
icon/message
computer power cord x
connecting 2
computer power socket 2
connecting. See also installing
additional equipment 8, 29–34
Apple PlainTalk Microphone 31
cables, safety precautions for 87
computer power cord 2
external speakers 32–33
keyboard 7
keyboard cable 7
to local area network 33–34
monitor 3–5
monitor cable 5
monitor power cord 3–4
mouse and keyboard 6–7
contrast control (screen) 53
Control key 108
control panels
Easy Access 61
Extensions Manager, for turning off
extensions 59, 70
incompatible 59, 70
Memory 39, 58, 64, 70
Network, changing for Ethernet
use 34
PC Exchange, for opening DOS
document 62, 63
resetting after installing expansion
card 105

Index

113

copying
for backup 38
System Folder, warning about 36
crash. See “bomb” icon/message
cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs),
computer use and 82
cursor. See pointer
cursor keys. See arrow keys
customer support hotline 15

D
damaged disk, repairing 71–77
checking for damage and 75
with Disk First Aid program 76–77
starting up from CD-ROM disc and
72–74
dark screen (blank screen) 53
at startup 9, 10
data recovery programs 77. See also
Disk First Aid program
date. See clock
Delete key 108
deleting
by dragging item to Trash 13
with Zero Out Data command 78
desktop 9
At Ease (alternative), returning to
Macintosh desktop from 65
hiding and showing windows on 38
pictorial buttons on instead of usual
appearance 65
rebuilding 52, 56, 62
starting up from CD-ROM disc
and 73
diacritical marks, key combinations for
109–110
disconnecting computer 86
before attempting repair 30, 60,
66, 87
disc tray (CD), failure to open 65–66
disk. See floppy disk; hard disk
disk drive. See floppy disk drive; hard
disk drive

114

Index

Disk First Aid icon 76
Disk First Aid program 76–77
disk icon with “X,” troubleshooting 55
disk repair programs 77. See also Disk
First Aid program
DOC statement vii
documents
backing up 38
on CD-ROM disc, unable to open 67
unable to find or open 62, 63
DOS disk
formatting for use in Macintosh 57
unreadable 57
DOS document
problems using 63
unable to open 62, 63
Drive Setup program
hard disk icon doesn’t appear 56
initializing a hard disk 77–78
testing a hard disk 75

E
Easy Access control panel 61
Eject CD command 43, 65
ejecting
CD-ROM discs 43, 65–66, 67, 91
floppy disks 36, 91
electrical grounding 2, 87
electrical safety 86
electromagnetic emissions 85
electronic mail (e mail), PowerTalk
providing 35
Empty Trash command, in Special
menu 13
Enter key 108
erasing
disks. See initializing
by dragging item to Trash 13
error messages, responding to 50. See
also troubleshooting
Escape key 108
Ethernet card 33, 34
Ethernet network, connecting to 33–34

EtherTalk Phase 2 protocols, for Ethernet
communication 34
exiting
forcing, for program with problem
51, 110
quitting unexpectedly and 58
expansion cards, installing 3, 97–106
closing computer after 104–106
a communication card 102–103
an LC-PDS card 101–102
opening computer for 99–100
safety warning about 98
extensions, system
performance decreases and 70
startup problems and 56, 59
Extensions Manager control panel, for
turning off extensions 59, 70
external stereo speakers, connecting
32–33
extremely low frequency (ELF)
electromagnetic fields 85
eye fatigue, computer use and 83

F
fatigue, avoiding 85
FCC statement vi
Ethernet card use and 34
file formats for CD-ROM discs 44
not recognized by Macintosh 67
problems with 67–68
files
backing up 38
on CD-ROM discs 67–68
file-sharing in System 7.5, for sharing
CD-ROM disc 48
Finder
Macintosh Guide in 25
making active program 18, 25
floating-point unit (FPU) 58
floppy disc icon, with an “X,”
troubleshooting 55

floppy disk
backing up 38
ejecting 36, 91
formatting on DOS computer for use
in Macintosh 57
handling 89
inserting 36
rebuilding desktop of 52
reinitializing 77
repairing 76–77
startup problems and 55
unreadable 57
floppy disk drive 29
replacing 34
folders
Apple Extras 15, 35
System, warning about copying from
application program 36
fonts, in QuickDraw GX program 35
foreign characters, Key Caps program for
109–110
formatting. See also initializing
on DOS computer for use in
Macintosh 57
FPU. See floating-point unit
“frozen” pointer 49, 60
“frozen” screen 49
Function keys 108

G
glare, eliminating 84
graphics, Photo CD images as source
of 46
grave accent, key combinations for 110
grounding plug 2, 87
Guide menu 13, 15, 17–25
Drive Setup Guide in 56
icon for 17
Macintosh Guide in 18–25
Shortcuts in 27
Show/Hide Balloons in 26

Index

115

116

Index

hard disk
backing up 38
checking for damage on 75
initializing 77–78
installing application programs on 36
installing/reinstalling system software
on 54, 79
rebuilding desktop of 52, 56, 62
reinitializing 77–78
repairing 71–77
hard disk drive (internal) 29
replacing 34
hard disk icon 13
not on desktop 56, 71
hardware. See also computer/computer
system
for Ethernet connection 34
headphone jack 29
health-related information 81–85
help 17–28. See also Guide menu;
troubleshooting
Balloon 26
from Macintosh Guide 18–25. See
also Macintosh Guide
Shortcuts and 27–28
sources of 15
HFS (Hierarchical File System) format
for CD-ROM discs 44
Hide Balloons command, in Guide
menu 26
Hide Others command, in Application
menu 38
hiding windows 38
Hierarchical File System (HFS) format
for CD-ROM discs 44
High Sierra format for CD-ROM
discs 44
problems using discs with 67–68
hotline, customer support 15
“Huh?” button 25

icons 13
Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) 6
blinking question mark 54, 72, 79
“bomb” 51, 59, 69
CD-ROM disc 42, 43, 65–66
CD-ROM player 65
color, for images on Photo CD, not
displayed 69
disk, with an “X” 55
Disk First Aid 76
Drive Setup 75, 78
Guide menu 17
hard disk 13, 56, 71
Macintosh Performa CD 74
not appearing correctly on screen 56
“sad Macintosh” 55
Trash 13
identifying screen objects 26
image “burn in,” avoiding 88
incompatibility, software 36, 59, 70. See
also software compatibility
Index button, in Macintosh Guide
window 19, 21–22
initializing. See also formatting
floppy disk 77
internal hard disk (reinitializing)
77–78
inserting
CD-ROM disc 42
floppy disk 36
installing. See also connecting
additional memory 33
application programs 36
communication card 102–103
expansion cards 3, 97–106
internal drives 34
LC-processor-direct slot (PDS) card
101–102
system software 54, 79

insufficient memory 58, 69, 70
performance decreases and 70
for Photo CDs 69
for PowerPC applications 39
interference, on monitor
screen/radio/television 88
internal drives, installing 34
internal hard disk. See hard disk
internal modem 30
international symbols/characters, key
combinations for 109–110
ISO 9660 format for CD-ROM discs 44
problems with discs using 67–68

J
jack, headphone 29

K
keyboard x, 29
adjusting angle of 7
connecting 7
handling 88
liquid spills on 88
no response to typing on 61–62
positioning 7, 83–84
Power key on 8, 14
special keys on 107–108
troubleshooting problems with 61–62
keyboard cable x
connecting 7
keyboard shortcuts 27–28
Key Caps program, in Apple menu
109–110
key combinations, special 110
keys, special 107–108

L
LAN. See local area network
Launcher
opening applications from 35
putting program into 36
Service/Support area of 15
at startup 9
LC-processor-direct slot (LC-PDS)
97, 101
LC-processor-direct slot (PDS) card 30
access cover for 30
installing 101–102
libraries, shared 64
local area network
connecting to 33–34
PowerTalk program for 35
locking mouse 94–95
“lock up,” keyboard (no response to
typing) 61–62
logic board
removing 100
replacing 104–105
Look For button, in Macintosh Guide
window 19, 23–24

M
Macintosh desktop 9
hiding and showing windows on 38
pictorial buttons on instead of usual
appearance 65
rebuilding 52, 56, 62
returning to from At Ease 65
starting up from CD-ROM disc
and 73
Macintosh Guide 18–25
tips for using 25
Macintosh Guide window 18–19
Index button in 19, 21–22
Look For button in 19, 23–24
moving 18, 25
Topics button in 19, 19–20

Index

117

Macintosh Performa system 29. See also
computer/computer system
Macintosh Performa CD 38, 39. See also
CD-ROM disc
backup copies on 39
checking for damaged disk with 75
reinitializing hard disk with 77–78
reinstalling system software from
54, 79
repairing damaged disk with 54,
76–77
starting up from 72–74
startup problems with 74
Macintosh Performa CD icon, not on
screen 74
Macintosh programs. See also application
programs
older, problems working with 39, 64
for PowerPC microprocessor 39
Macintosh Shortcuts 27–28
MacTCP software, for Ethernet
communication 34
mailbox, PowerTalk providing 35
media adapter, Apple Ethernet 34
memory
expanding 33, 70
insufficient 39, 58, 69, 70
requirements for for special
programs 35
virtual 58, 70
Memory control panel
older Macintosh programs and 39, 64
virtual memory and 58, 70
menu bar 13
microphone x, 29
connecting 31
microprocessor, PowerPC ix
application programs designed for 39
miniplug, stereo 32

118

Index

modem, internal 30
modem port 30
Modern Memory Manager, older
Macintosh programs and 39, 64
monitor x, 29. See also screen display
adjusting angle of 3, 84
cleaning 92
connecting 3–5
electromagnetic emissions and 85
handling 88
positioning 3, 84, 88
troubleshooting problems with 53
turning on 8
monitor brightness control 10, 53
avoiding screen “burn in” and 88
monitor cable x, 5
connecting 5
monitor control buttons
for brightness 10, 53, 88
for contrast 53
monitor port 5, 30
monitor power cord x
connecting 3–4
monitor power socket 4
mouse x, 29
cleaning 92–93
connecting keyboard to ADB port
on 6
locking and unlocking 94–95
positioning of for maximum
comfort 84
troubleshooting problems with 60
using 12–13
mouse cable, connecting 6
mouse shortcuts 27–28
multisession discs 47
musculoskeletal discomfort, computer
use and 82

N
“native” applications 39
shared libraries needed for 64
network
backing up and 38
CD-ROM disc shared over 43, 48, 65
connecting to 33–34
PowerTalk program for 35
Network control panel, changing for
Ethernet use 34
numeric keys 108

O
office furniture and equipment, arranging
83–84
on/off switch. See power button
Open/Close button, on CD-ROM drive
29, 42, 43
opening the computer 99–100
open programs, identifying 37
open windows, hiding and showing 38
Option key 108
in Key Caps program 109, 110

P
PC Exchange control panel, for opening
DOS document 62, 63
PDS expansion card. See LC-processordirect slot (PDS) card
Performa system x, 29
connecting additional hardware to 8,
29–34
performance decreases 70
Performa Tutorial, for learning basics 9,
12–13
Photo compact discs (CDs) 41, 45
obtaining 47
opening 47
resolution of 47–48
system errors caused by 69
troubleshooting problems with 69

unable to open 69
working with 46–48
photographs, putting on Photo CD 47
pictures, on CD. See Photo compact discs
PlainTalk Microphone x, 29
connecting 31
plugging in computer 1–2
pointer
“frozen” (not moving) 49, 60
moving with mouse 12–13
ports
Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) 6, 7,
30, 61
Audio In, on external speaker 32
modem 30
monitor 5, 30
printer 30
SCSI 30
security lock 30
sound input 30, 31
sound output 30, 31, 32
posture, for maximum comfort while
using computer 83–84
power button (standby power button) 2,
30, 51
power cord
computer x, 2
monitor x, 3–4
Power key 8, 14, 108
power-on light 29
PowerPC microprocessor ix
application programs designed for 39
software affecting performance of 70
power socket
computer 2
monitor 4
power supply, safety precautions and 92
PowerTalk program 35
pre-installed application programs 35
printer port 30
printing, QuickDraw GX program
enhancing 35
programs. See application programs
Put Away command 43

Index

119

Q
question mark, Guide menu identified
by 17
question mark icon, blinking 54, 79
when starting up from CD-ROM
disc 72
questions. See help; troubleshooting
QuickDraw GX program 35
QuickTime 45
quitting application
special key combinations for 51, 110
unexpectedly 58

R
radio interference vi, 88
random-access memory (RAM). See also
memory
expanding 33
requirements for for special
programs 35
rebuilding desktop 52, 56, 62
recording, from audio CD,
troubleshooting problems
with 68
recovery programs 77. See also Disk
First Aid program
rectangles, instead of diacritical marks, in
Key Caps 110
Reduced Instruction Set Computing
(RISC) technology ix
reinitializing disks 77–78
reinstalling system software 54, 79
remote control sensor 29
repairing damaged disk 71–77
checking for damage and 75
with Disk First Aid program 76–77
starting up from CD-ROM disc and
72–74
repetitive stress injuries (RSIs), computer
use and 82

120

Index

reset button, on logic board 105
resolution, viewing Photo CDs and
47–48
Restart command, in Special menu or
dialog box 51
restarting computer
after “bomb” message 59
eliminating problems by 51
problems with, with CD-ROM disc in
player 66
with special key combination 51, 110
restoring information from backup copy
39
Return key 108
RSIs. (repetitive stress injuries) 82

S
“sad Macintosh” icon 55
safety instructions 86
CD-ROM drive vii
disconnecting computer 30, 60, 66,
86, 87
grounding plug 2, 87
power supply 92
saving changes to information on
CD-ROM disc 67
scanning disk for defects 75
screen control buttons
for brightness 10, 53, 88
for contrast 53
screen display. See also monitor
adjusting light and dark on 10, 53, 88
blank 9, 10, 53
“bomb” on 51, 59, 69
identifying objects on 26
introductory 9
pointer freezing on 49, 60
protecting from “burn in” 88
at startup 9
screen saver 88
causing screen to go dark 53

scroll arrows 13
SCSI chain, incorrect termination of, start
up problems caused by 71
SCSI devices, troubleshooting problems
with 54, 71
SCSI ID numbers, incorrect setting of
CD-ROM player problems and 65
missing hard disk icon and 56, 71
SCSI port 30
searching, for help topics, with Look For
button 23–24
security lock port 30
security screws 100, 105
Service/Support area, of Launcher 15
service and support
(customer support) 15
setting up the computer 1–11
connecting additional equipment 8,
29–34
connecting monitor 3–5
connecting mouse and keyboard 6–7
connecting to network 33–34
plugging computer in 1–2
turning computer on 8–9
shared CD-ROM disc 48
ejecting 43, 65
shared libraries 64
Shift key 108
in Key Caps program 109
Shortcuts 27–28
Show All command, in Application
menu 38
Show Balloons command, in Guide
menu 26
showing windows on desktop 38
Shut Down command
in Apple menu 14
in Special menu 14
Shut Down message 14
shutting computer down. See turning
computer off
SimpleText program 47
single-session discs 47
size box 13

Small Computer System Interface. See
SCSI devices
software. See application programs;
system software
software compatibility 36, 59, 70
Extensions Manager control panel and
59, 70
floating-point unit (FPU) message
and 58
older Macintosh programs and 39, 64
performance decreases and 70
sound
adjusting 33
recording from audio CD,
troubleshooting problems
with 68
sound control (volume control) buttons
29, 33
sound input port 30, 31
sound output port 30, 31, 32
space, diacritical mark with, key
combinations for 110
speakers, external, connecting 32–33
special characters, key combinations for
109–110
special key combinations 110
special keys 107–108
Special menu
Empty Trash command in 13
Restart command in 51
Shut Down command in 14
speed, decreases in 70
spills, handling keyboard and 88
standard file formats for CD-ROM
discs 44
standby power button (power button) 2,
30, 51
starting over. See restarting computer
starting up 8–9
from CD-ROM disc 72–74
troubleshooting problems with 10, 54,
55, 71, 79
startup disk. See also starting up
rebuilding desktop of 52, 56

Index

121

static electricity 99
stereo miniplug, for connecting external
speakers 32
stereo speakers, external, connecting
32–33
storage devices, internal, installing 34
support, customer 15
switching among application
programs 37
symbols, key combinations for 109–110
system error. See “bomb” icon/message
system extensions, incompatible
performance decreases and 70
startup problems and 56, 59
System Folder, warning about copying
from application program 36
system software
installing/reinstalling, with Macintosh
Performa CD 54, 79
problems with 54, 55, 71, 79

T
Tab key 108
TCP/IP protocols, for Ethernet
communication 34
television
interference with reception on vi, 88
watching on computer 35
three-wire grounding plug 2, 87
tilde, key combinations for 110
time. See clock
title bar 13
Topics button, in Macintosh Guide
window 19, 19–20
Trash, emptying 13
Trash icon 13
troubleshooting 49–79. See also help
for application program problems
58, 64
for blank screen 53

122

Index

for blinking question mark icon 54,
72, 79
for “bomb” message 59, 69
for CD-ROM disc ejection problems
43, 65–66
for CD-ROM problems 65–69
for clock problems 53
for disk icon with “X” on startup 55
disk repair and 71–77
for document that can’t be found or
opened 62, 63
for DOS document problems 63
for floating-point unit (FPU) missing
message 59
for floppy disk ejection problems 91
for floppy disk that’s unreadable 57
Guide menu for 17–25
for hard disk damage 75, 76–77
for hard disk icon not on desktop
56, 71
for icons incorrect on screen 56
information sources and 15
initializing/reinitializing hard disk
and 77–78
for keyboard problems 61–62
for mouse problems 60
for older Macintosh programs 39, 64
for performance decreases 70
for pointer “frozen” (not moving)
49, 60
rebuilding desktop and 52, 56, 62
repairing damaged disk and 71–77
for “sad Macintosh” icon 55
for screen dark 53
for screen “frozen” 49
for shared library missing 64
starting over and 51
starting up from CD-ROM disc and
72–74
for startup problems 10, 54, 55
for unreadable DOS disk 57

turning computer off 11, 14
before attempting repair 30, 60, 66,
86, 87
before connecting equipment 30
turning computer on 8–9
turning monitor on 8
tutorial program, for learning basics 9,
12–13
TV. See television
TV tuner card 30, 98
Apple Video Player and 35
typing. See also keyboard
nothing produced on screen by 61–62
special characters and symbols
109–110

W, X, Y, Z

umlaut, key combinations for 110
unlocking mouse 94–95
unreadable DOS disk 57

warranty considerations, installing
additional RAM and 33
windows 13. See also specific type
of windows
hiding and showing on desktop 38
work area, arranging 83–84
wrist problems, computer use and 82

VCCI statement vii
version numbers, for using CD-ROM
discs 67–68
vertical plate 97, 100, 102
very low frequency (VLF)
electromagnetic fields 85
video, watching on computer 35
video input card 30, 98
Apple Video Player and 35
video-in slot 97
virtual memory 58, 70
volume, in AppleCD Audio Player 68
volume buttons 29, 33

Index

123



Apple Computer, Inc.
1 Infinite Loop
Cupertino, California 95014-2084
408.996.1010

030-8236-A
Printed in U.S.A.

Source Exif Data:

File Type                       : PDF
File Type Extension             : pdf
MIME Type                       : application/pdf
PDF Version                     : 1.1
Linearized                      : No
Encryption                      : Standard V1.2 (40-bit)
User Access                     : Print, Copy, Annotate, Fill forms, Extract, Assemble, Print high-res
Create Date                     : 1995:10:11 18:51:55
Producer                        : Acrobat Distiller 2.0 for Macintosh
Modify Date                     : 1995:10:19 13:11:55
Page One                        : 10
Page Count                      : 134
Page Mode                       : UseOutlines

EXIF Metadata provided by EXIF.tools

Apple Macintosh Performa 6200Cd Series Users Manual

Power Macintosh 6200 series 0308236APRF626300CDUG

6200CD Series to the manual f901ceff-4240-4667-9a38-54419396e636

Navigation menu

Versions of this User Manual:

Views

Navigation