Technical information

FAQ
iBook
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Q. Can I use my iBook with a DVD-ROM drive to play DVD movies on my
television?
A. iBook features an AV port that allows you to play DVD movies on almost any TV that has a
composite video input port. All that’s needed is the Apple AV Cable, which is available at the
Apple Store or from your authorized Apple reseller.
Q. Can the DVD-ROM drive read DVD discs created on other computers?
A.
The DVD-ROM drive is intended to play back DVD videos and read DVD-ROM titles. While
it can read CD-RW discs, it cannot read recordable DVD media such as DVD-RAM. Refer to
Mac Help on your iBook or the Apple technical information at www.apple.com/support for
complete disc compatibility specifications.
Q. Can I use iTunes and my new iBook to burn music CDs?
A. If your iBook has a built-in CD-RW drive, you can use it with the included iTunes software to
rip, mix, and burn your own music CDs.
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Q. Can an iBook with the internal CD-RW drive be used to burn data CDs?
A. Yes. The capability to create data CDs is built right into Mac OS 9.1. Simply drag the files
you want to burn onto the disc’s icon on the desktop.
Q. What is the difference between CD-R and CD-RW media?
A. CD-R is short for CD-recordable, and CD-RW is short for CD-rewritable. CD-R discs are
write-once, read-multiple media, while CD-RW discs can be written and erased many times.
CD-R discs are highly compatible with consumer audio players and typically cost about half
as much as CD-RW discs. Because CD-RW discs can be erased and reused, they are ideal for
computer data and music storage. Note that standard audio CD players do not play audio files
stored on CD-RW discs.
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Weight varies by configuration.
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For hard drive capacity measurements, 1GB = 1 billion bytes; actual formatted capacity less.
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iTunes is licensed for reproduction of noncopyrighted materials or materials the user is legally permitted to reproduce.
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Actual rates will vary.
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Actual modem speeds lower; speed depends on connection rate and other factors.
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Wireless Internet access requires AirPort Card, AirPort Base Station, and Internet access (fees may apply). Some ISPs are not currently compatible with
AirPort, including America Online. Range may vary with site conditions.
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