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Macintosh Performa
User’s Guide
Includes setup, troubleshooting, and important health-related
information for Macintosh Performa 600 series computers
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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
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Contents Communications regulation information vi 1 Getting Started 1 Plugging in the computer 1 Installing an expansion card 3 Connecting a monitor 3 Connecting the mouse and keyboard 6 Connecting other equipment 8 Turning the computer on 9 Problems turning your computer on? 11 What’s next? 12 Learning the basics 13 Reviewing the basics 14 Turning the computer off 15 Where to find answers 17 2 Getting Help 19 Getting ans
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3 Connecting Additional Equipment 31 Where to connect additional equipment 32 Connecting an Apple PlainTalk Microphone 33 Connecting external stereo speakers 34 Expanding memory 36 Installing internal drives 36 4 Using Programs and Backing Up Disks 37 Installing application programs 38 Working with several programs at a time 39 Protecting the information on a disk 40 Restoring the information on your hard disk 46 5 Troubleshooting 49 Wh
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Appendix A Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips 75 Health-related information about computer use 75 Safety instructions 80 Handling your computer equipment 81 Cleaning your equipment 85 Locking and unlocking the mouse 87 Appendix B Installing an Expansion Card 89 Opening the computer 91 Installing a processor-direct slot (PDS) card 94 Installing a communication card 95 Closing the computer 97 Appendix C Special Keys on Your Keyboard 10
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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 Ap
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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 Num
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Monitor Macintosh Performa computer Keyboard cable (sometimes built into the keyboard as shown here) Keyboard Mouse Monitor cable Computer power cord (sometimes built into the monitor) Monitor power cord
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Follow the instructions in this chapter to set up your computer and learn the basics. 1 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 furnitu
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When you are ready to begin, follow these steps: 1Plug 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. 2Plug 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. 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
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Installing an expansion card If you purchased any expansion cards separately from your Macintosh, 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 from a manufacturer other than Apple, refer to the instructions that came
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3Plug 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 4 Chapter 1
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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: 1Attach the monitor cable to the monitor. On some monitors, the cable is already attached (as shown below). 2Attach 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 Getting Started 5
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Connecting the mouse and keyboard You have a choice of several keyboards for your Macintosh. The way you connect the mouse and keyboard depends on whether the keyboard has a separate cable or a built-in cable. Connecting a keyboard with a built-in cable 1Plug 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 marke
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Connecting a keyboard with a separate cable 1Plug the mouse cable into the port on either side of the keyboard. Most right-handed people prefer to use the mouse with their right hand; most left-handed people prefer to use their left hand. Plug the mouse into the port on the side you prefer. The plug and the port are marked with the◊ icon (symbol). Align the symbols before you insert the plug. (The positions of the port and icon on your keyboard may be different from those pictured here.) By the
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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. 8 Chapter 1
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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 (P). You hear a tone from the computer as it starts up. Getting Started 9
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3Check to see what’s on your screen. m If 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 probably has more items in it Macintosh desktop than are shown in this illustration. m If you see a blinking question mark, you probably need to install system software on your computer’s hard disk. (System software i
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Problems turning your computer on? 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 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 dis
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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 Additiona
