Apple IMAC User Manual - Page 315
Normal desktop doesn’t appear, Hard disk icon doesn’t appear on desktop
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Disk corruption message appears on startup. Try these solutions: m Take notes. (p. 11) m Check RAM disk settings in the Memory control panel. (p. 15) Normal desktop doesn't appear Screen is dark. Try these solutions: m Wake up your computer. (p. 11) m Make sure your computer is getting power. (p. 13) m Reset the PRAM. (p. 19) No icons appear in windows, and pointer alternates between an arrow and a wristwatch. Try this solution: m Reset the window display. (p. 16) Empty flashing box appears. Try these solutions: m Re-bless the System Folder. (p. 16) m Test and repair the hard disk directory. (p. 21) m Reinstall system software. (p. 21) Large folder-shaped areas containing pictorial buttons appear. Try this solution: m Make sure you're using the correct disk as a startup disk. (p. 16) Hard disk icon doesn't appear on desktop This is what a typical hard disk icon looks like. Try these solutions: m Restart the computer. (p. 12) m Make sure external devices are properly connected and turned on. (p. 14) m Test and repair the hard disk directory. (p. 21) 10 Chapter 1