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AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking and Internet Access Your iBook G4 is AirPort-ready. AirPort Extreme offers an easy and affordable way to provide wireless Internet access anywhere in the home, at work, or in the classroom. Instead of using traditional cables, AirPort Extreme uses wireless local area network (LAN) technology to provide wireless communication between multiple computers. Through a wireless network you can set up access to the Internet, transfer files, play multiplayer games, and more. If you ordered an AirPort Extreme Card when you purchased your iBook G4, a card is already installed. If you do not have an AirPort Extreme Card installed and would like to install one, see "Installing an AirPort Extreme Card or Additional Memory" on page 51. The AirPort Extreme Card is compatible with both the Apple AirPort Extreme Base Station and the original Apple AirPort Base Station and any 802.11b or 802.11g compliant products. Note: Wireless Internet access requires an AirPort Extreme Card, AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Base Station, and Internet access (fees may apply). Some Internet service providers are not currently compatible with AirPort. Range may vary with site conditions. How AirPort Extreme Provides Wireless Internet Access With AirPort Extreme, you set up a wireless connection to a device known as a base station, which has a physical connection to the Internet. AirPort Extreme technology works like a cordless telephone. The AirPort Extreme Card in the computer makes a wireless connection to the base station, which is connected to the telephone line or a DSL or cable modem. Connection to the Internet AC outlet AirPort Extreme Base Station ® 36 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer

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 3

Using Your Computer

AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking and Internet Access

Your iBook G4 is AirPort-ready. AirPort Extreme offers an easy and affordable way to

provide wireless Internet access anywhere in the home, at work, or in the classroom.

Instead of using traditional cables, AirPort Extreme uses wireless local area network

(LAN) technology to provide wireless communication between multiple computers.

Through a wireless network you can set up access to the Internet, transfer files, play

multiplayer games, and more.

If you ordered an AirPort Extreme Card when you purchased your iBook G4, a card is

already installed. If you do not have an AirPort Extreme Card installed and would like to

install one, see “Installing an AirPort Extreme Card or Additional Memory” on page 51.

The AirPort Extreme Card is compatible with both the Apple AirPort Extreme Base

Station and the original Apple AirPort Base Station and any 802.11b or 802.11g

compliant products.

Note:

Wireless Internet access requires an AirPort Extreme Card, AirPort Extreme Base

Station or AirPort Base Station, and Internet access (fees may apply). Some Internet

service providers are not currently compatible with AirPort. Range may vary with site

conditions.

How AirPort Extreme Provides Wireless Internet Access

With AirPort Extreme, you set up a wireless connection to a device known as a

base

station,

which has a physical connection to the Internet. AirPort Extreme technology

works like a cordless telephone. The AirPort Extreme Card in the computer makes a

wireless connection to the base station, which is connected to the telephone line or a

DSL or cable modem.

AirPort Extreme

Base Station

Connection to the Internet

AC outlet