Apple MB427Z-A Installation Guide - Page 4

Custom Installations This section tells you how to install Mac OS X if you want to:  Install Mac OS X on your computer for the first time  Archive your current Mac OS X system  Erase your hard disk before installing Mac OS X  Install additional software available on the Mac OS X Install disc Preparing for Installation If you plan to erase your hard disk or archive your current system without preserving your users and network settings, you'll need to note your current network settings to make it easier to get connected again after installing Mac OS X. Go to System Preferences > Network, and then check for these settings: If your network uses: Ethernet, DSL, or cable connected via DHCP AirPort connected via DHCP Ethernet, DSL, or cable connected manually Dial-up modem Write down the following: Nothing. DHCP automatically configures your Internet connection. AirPort or wireless network name and password provided by your AirPort network administrator Internet Protocol (IP) address (number that looks like 12.345.56.789) Subnet mask (number that looks like 10.255.255.255) Router address (number that looks like 10.208.32.2) Domain Name System (DNS) servers (optional number that looks like 10.255.255.255, and name that looks like ISPname.com) Search domains (optional name that looks like ISPname.com) Telephone number, user name, and password provided by your service provider DNS servers (optional number that looks like 10.255.255.255, and name that looks like ISPname.com) Search domains (optional name that looks like ISPname.com) 4