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To check for updated software: 1 Open System Preferences. 2 Click the Software Update icon and follow the directions on the screen. • For more information, search for "Software Update" in Mac OS Help. • For the latest information on the Mac OS, go to the Mac OS website at www.apple.com/macos. Connecting a Camera or Other FireWire or USB Device If you have a digital camera, videocamera, scanner, or other device that has a FireWire or USB connector, you can connect it to your iBook G4. Follow the installation instructions that came with your device. For more information about FireWire, see "FireWire" on page 34. For more information about USB, see "Universal Serial Bus (USB)" on page 32. Connecting to a Network If you want to connect your iBook G4 to an Ethernet network or a wireless network, see "Ethernet (10/100Base-T)" on page 38 and "AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking and Internet Access" on page 36 for more information about setting up an Ethernet or AirPort connection. Also open Mac OS Help and search for "Ethernet" or "AirPort" for further help. Chapter 2 The Basics 27

Section	Page
iBook G4 Getting Started	1
Contents	3
Getting Started	5
Basic Features of Your iBook G4	6
Additional Features of Your iBook G4	8
Setting Up	10
Problems Turning the Computer On?	14
How Do I Turn My iBook G4 Off?	15
Putting Your iBook G4 to Sleep	15
Shutting Down Your iBook G4	15
Calibrating Your New Battery	16
What’s Next?	16
What If I Have More Questions?	17
Other Support	17
The Basics	19
Getting to Know Your iBook G4	19
Adjusting Your Display	20
Using Your Power Adapter	21
Using the Trackpad	22
Tips for Using the Trackpad	22
Using the Keyboard	23
Using a Mouse	23
Learning About Mac OS X	24
Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences	24
Connecting to a Printer	25
Monitoring Printing	26
Playing a CD and Connecting Headphones	26
Keeping Your Software Up to Date	26
Connecting a Camera or Other FireWire or USB Device	27
Connecting to a Network	27
Using the Internet	28
Transferring Files to Another Computer	28
When an Application Freezes	29
Using Your Computer	31
Universal Serial Bus (USB)	32
Using USB Devices	32
USB Devices and Battery Power	33
Using Multiple USB Devices at the Same Time	33
For More Information on USB	33
FireWire	34
Using FireWire Devices	34
FireWire Devices and Battery Power	35
Connecting Your iBook G4 to Another Computer Using FireWire	35
For More Information on FireWire	35
AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking and Internet Access	36
How AirPort Extreme Provides Wireless Internet Access	36
For More Information on AirPort Extreme	37
Using Bluetooth Devices	37
For More Information on Bluetooth Wireless Technology	37
Ethernet (10/100Base-T)	38
For More Information on Using Ethernet	38
Using Your Modem	39
External Video Support (VGA, Composite, and S-Video)	39
Connecting an External Display or Projector	40
Connecting a Television, VCR, or Other Video Device	41
For More Information on Using an External Monitor or TV	41
Using Your Optical Drive	41
Inserting a CD or DVD Disc	42
Ejecting a Disc	42
Playing DVD-Video Discs	43
Recording CD-R and CD-RW Discs	43
For More Information	43
Recording Information on a DVD	44
Connecting Speakers and Audio Devices	45
Battery	45
Removing and Replacing the Battery	46
Charging a Battery	47
Battery-Conservation Tips	48
For More Information on Your iBook G4 Battery	48
Security Slot	49
For More Information on Security Options	49
Enhancing Your Computer	51
Installing an AirPort Extreme Card or Additional Memory	51
Removing the Battery and Keyboard	52
Installing an AirPort Extreme Card	54
Installing Additional Memory	55
Replacing the Keyboard and Battery	57
Making Sure Your Computer Recognizes the New Memory	59
Troubleshooting	61
Problems That Prevent You From Using Your Computer	61
Other Problems	63
Restoring Your Computer’s Software	65
Locating Your Product Serial Number	66
Specifications	67
Care, Use, and Safety Information	69
Cleaning Your iBook G4	69
Cleaning Your iBook G4 Display	69
Carrying Your iBook G4	69
Storing Your iBook G4	69
Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your Computer	70
Plugging In the Power Adapter	70
Connecting a Phone Line to the Internal Modem	70
Using Your iBook G4	70
General Safety Instructions	71
Battery	72
Connectors and Ports	72
Avoid Hearing Damage	72
Apple and the Environment	72
Ergonomics	73
Connecting to the Internet	75
Gathering the Information You Need	77
Entering Your Information	78
Dial-Up Modem With Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) Connections	79
DSL, Cable Modem, or LAN Internet Connections	81
Manual Configuration	83
DHCP Configuration	84
PPPoE Configuration	85
AirPort Extreme Wireless Connection	87
Setting Up an AirPort Extreme Connection Manually	87
Troubleshooting Your Connection	90
Cable Modem, DSL, and LAN Internet Connections	90
PPPoE Connections	90
Network Connections	91
Top Ten Questions	93
Communications Regulation Information	97

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Chapter 2

The Basics

To check for updated software:

Open System Preferences.

Click the Software Update icon and follow the directions on the screen.

•

For more information, search for “Software Update” in Mac OS Help.

•

For the latest information on the Mac OS, go to the Mac OS website at

www.apple.com/macos.

Connecting a Camera or Other FireWire or USB Device

If you have a digital camera, videocamera, scanner, or other device that has a FireWire

or USB connector, you can connect it to your iBook G4. Follow the installation

instructions that came with your device. For more information about FireWire, see

“FireWire” on page 34. For more information about USB, see “Universal Serial Bus (USB)”

on page 32.

Connecting to a Network

If you want to connect your iBook G4 to an Ethernet network or a wireless network, see

“Ethernet (10/100Base-T)” on page 38 and “AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking and

Internet Access” on page 36 for more information about setting up an Ethernet or

AirPort connection. Also open Mac OS Help and search for “Ethernet” or “AirPort” for

further help.