Setting Up Your Power Macintosh G4 Includes setup and expansion information for your Power Macintosh G4
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Contents 1 Setting Up 7 Positioning the Computer 7 Your Computer at a Glance 8 Your Computer’s Ports and Connectors 10 Plugging In the Computer 12 Connecting a Monitor 15 Connecting the Mouse and the Keyboard to the Computer 17 Connecting a Modem 18 Connecting to an Ethernet Network 19 Turning the Computer On 20 Problems Turning Your Computer On? 22 What’s Next? 22 Turning the Computer Off 23 Securing the Computer 24 2 Working Inside the Computer 25 About Memory 26 DRAM Configurations 27 About Internal
Installing DRAM 36 Installing a Hard Disk or Other Internal Storage Device 38 Installing a PCI Expansion Card 49 Replacing the Battery 52 Closing the Computer 53 What’s Next? 55 Communications Regulation Information 57 Laser Information 58 Telephone and Modem Information 58 Mouse Information 62 4 Contents
Computer Monitor Apple USB mouse Apple USB keyboard (optional) 6-pin–to–4-pin FireWire cable Rear carrier drive installation screws (4) Phone cord (comes with optional internal modem) Computer power cord
C H A P T E R 1 1 Setting Up The illustration on the preceding page shows all the equipment you need to set up your computer and begin using it. (The monitor you purchased may look different.) After you set up and turn on your computer, you can get additional information on ergonomics, health and safety considerations, and maintenance in the electronic documentation included with your computer’s software.
Your Computer at a Glance Monitor CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or DVD-RAM drive C CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or DVD-RAM drive Open button Zip drive (optional) Speaker Power button Power button / Power-on light ¥ Programmer’s button Apple USB keyboard Apple USB mouse P Reset button 8 Chapter 1
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or DVD-RAM A CD-ROM drive works with CD-ROM discs and plays standard audio discs and Photo CDs. A DVD-ROM drive works with the same discs as the CD-ROM drive as well as with DVDROM discs, DVD audio discs, and DVD-Video discs. A DVD-RAM drive works with all of these discs and also allows you to write information on DVD-RAM discs. For more information about the optional DVD-RAM drive and the disc types supported, see Apple’s World Wide Web site: www.apple.
Your Computer’s Ports and Connectors FireWire ports (2) W Internal modem port (optional) G Ethernet port (10/100 twisted-pair Ethernet) Lockable cover latch Monitor power socket ≤ Power socket ™ Monitor port (PCI slot 1) USB ports (2) ≈ Sound input port - Sound output port 10 Chapter 1 Access covers for expansion slots (PCI slots 2–4) F Security lock port
FireWire ports Connects your Macintosh to FireWire peripheral devices, such as a video camera or a hard disk G 10/100 twisted-pair Ethernet port Connects your Macintosh to a high-speed Ethernet network USB ports Connects your Macintosh to USB peripheral devices and input devices, such as a printer, a scanner, a hub, a keyboard, or a mouse ≈ Sound input port Connects your Macintosh to an Apple PlainTalk microphone or other audio input equipment - Sound output port Connects your Macintosh to headph
Plugging In the Computer Before you plug your Macintosh into a wall socket, carefully read all the setup instructions in this chapter. Then, before you connect any other equipment, follow the instructions in this section to plug it in. When you are ready to begin, follow these steps: 1 Make sure the voltage switch on the back of the computer is set for the kind of voltage system to which you will be connecting.
Voltage Switch Settings for Different Locations Country Switch Setting Bermuda, Canada, Jamaica, Japan, Mexico, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, United States, Venezuela 115 Bahrain, Brazil, France, Indonesia, Italy, Lebanon, Peru, South Korea, Spain1 115 or 230 Australia, Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Belgium, Chile, China (People’s Republic including Hong Kong), Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Germany, Greece, Greenland,
2 Plug one end of the computer’s power cord into the recessed power socket marked with the symbol (≤) on the back of the computer. To prevent electrical shock, fire, or damage to the computer, the power cord must fit completely over the prongs inside the socket. Warning Power cord socket Power cord plug 3 Plug the other end of the power cord into a three-hole grounded outlet or power strip. The plug grounds the computer and protects it from electrical damage while you set up.
Connecting a Monitor You connect a monitor to the computer’s monitor port. Some monitors also require a USB cable to function fully. For example, some Apple ColorSync monitors must be connected to a USB port. (For more information about USB ports and devices, see the electronic documentation that came with your computer.) Note: Monitors requiring a Digital Visual Interface (DVI) port or an Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) port are not supported.
m If your monitor has a DB-15 connector, you may need a Mac-to-VGA adapter. (If you don’t have an adapter, you can purchase one from an Apple-authorized dealer.) Monitor port on the computer Monitor port on the computer Mac-to-VGA adapter Connector on VGA and some Apple monitor cables (D-Sub 15 connector) 5 Connector on some Apple monitor cables (DB-15 connector) Connect any additional cables from the monitor to the computer.
Connecting the Mouse and the Keyboard to the Computer The Macintosh has ports that allow you to connect a USB keyboard and mouse. (For more information about USB devices and connections, see the electronic documentation that came with your computer.) 1 Plug the keyboard cable into one of the USB ports ( ) on the back of the computer. Plugging the keyboard cable directly into one of the computer’s USB ports allows you to use the power (®) button on the keyboard to turn the computer on and off.
3 If you wish, raise the keyboard by lifting it and flipping the foot toward the back. The Apple USB keyboard can be tilted up slightly or can lie flat. Make sure the foot locks into place. For information about cleaning and maintenance of the keyboard and mouse, see the electronic documentation that came with your computer. Connecting a Modem Some Macintosh models come with an internal modem.
Check the documentation accompanying the modem to see if it needs to be plugged into a power outlet. Also look for instructions about installing modem software and connecting the modem to a telephone line. Warning Disconnect your modem from the phone jack during lightning or thunder storms. This will prevent a destructive voltage overload from damaging the modem. More information about the optional internal modem is available in the electronic documentation that came with your computer.
To connect your Macintosh to a centralized 10/100 twisted-pair network, follow these steps: 1 Plug one end of an RJ-45 twisted-pair cable into the Ethernet port on your Macintosh. 2 Plug the other end of the cord into an RJ-45 wall outlet or external hub that is connected to a twisted-pair Ethernet network.
2 If the monitor power button doesn’t start up the computer, press the power button (®) on the front of the computer. You can also press the power button (®) on the Apple USB keyboard. Note: The Apple USB keyboard power button works only if the keyboard is connected to one of the computer’s built-in USB ports.
Problems Turning Your Computer On? If after a few moments you don’t see anything on your screen or you think your computer did not start up properly, 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 Are the keyboard cables connected correctly? m If your monitor has a USB cable, is it connected properly to the computer? m Do you see the green power-on light on the front panel of the c
Turning the Computer Off 1 Open the Special menu and choose Shut Down. If your keyboard is connected directly to one of the computer’s USB ports, you can also press the keyboard power button (®). A message asks if you want to shut down your computer. 2 Press the Return key or click Shut Down on the screen. If any applications are still open, a message asks if you want to save your work before the computer shuts down.
Securing the Computer To deter theft of your computer and its components, you can attach a locking cable to your computer. The back panel has a built-in port for a locking cable, and the computer cover has a lockable latch that prevents the computer from being opened. When the lockable cover latch is pulled out, the computer’s side panel cannot be opened. You can pass a security cable or padlock through this opening in the cover latch to keep it in its locked position.
C H A P T E R 2 2 Working Inside the Computer This chapter provides information about peripheral component interconnect (PCI) expansion cards, memory, internal storage devices, and the computer’s battery. The chapter also explains how to install these items. Warning Always turn off the computer before opening it to avoid damaging any of its internal components.
About Memory Your computer can accommodate additional dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) in packages called Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMMs). The following illustration shows the memory (SDRAM) slots on the logic board. See the sections that follow for important information about DRAM.
DRAM Configurations Your computer’s DRAM can be expanded to a maximum of 1024 MB by adding DIMMs to the four DRAM DIMM slots on the main logic board. DIMMs must fit these specifications: m “PC-100” compliant Synchronous DRAM (SDRAM) m 3.3 volt ( V ) m 64-bit wide, 168-pin module m Maximum number of 16 memory devices on DIMM m Unbuffered; do not use registered or buffered Synchronous DRAM (SDRAM), or ECC type SDRAM m Height must not exceed 2.0 inches This computer uses SDRAM DIMMs.
Note: The maximum number of drives that can function in the lower drive bays is two ATA drives or three SCSI drives. For technical information about the power requirements for devices the computer can accommodate, see the electronic documentation that came with the computer. CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/DVD-RAM drive bay Zip drive bay (Zip drive is optional) Drive position 3: Accommodates two 3.5" ATA hard disk drives (maximum 1" high), or a single SCSI drive (maximum 1.6" high). Drive position 2: Accommodates a 3.
Note: SCSI drives also require a SCSI PCI card to function. Drives must also meet these width and depth specifications: m Width: 3.9 inches (102 mm) m Depth: 5.
SCSI Drives If you purchase and install a SCSI PCI card, you can connect additional internal SCSI hard drives. You can connect up to three internal SCSI drives (if you remove the Ultra ATA drive that comes in standard configurations) and connect additional external SCSI devices to the card if it provides a port on the rear of the computer. You must assign a SCSI ID number to every SCSI device you install and the number must not conflict with the ID number already assigned to a device on the SCSI chain.
The factory-installed video card that provides your computer’s monitor port functions at 66 MHz and 33 MHz. Expansion Card Power Requirements The combined power consumption of expansion cards must not exceed the limits specified for your Macintosh model. For details, see the technical information section in the electronic documentation that came with your computer.
Warning The power supply in your computer is a high-voltage component and should not be opened for any reason, even when the computer is off. If the power supply needs service, contact your Apple-authorized dealer or service provider. Installing Memory, an Internal Storage Device, or a PCI Expansion Card, or Replacing the Battery Warning Always shut down the computer before opening it to avoid damaging its internal components.
4 If you have never plugged in your computer: m Make sure the voltage switch is set correctly for the voltage system to which you will be connecting the computer. (See the table “Voltage Switch Settings for Different Locations,” in Chapter 1, “Setting Up.”) m Connect the computer’s power cord and plug it in. 5 Touch the metal PCI access covers on the back of the computer. This helps protect the computer from damage caused by electrostatic discharge. Touch the metal portion of the PCI port access covers.
7 Lift the latch on the side of the computer. Lift the latch to unlock the side panel.
8 Gently lower the panel onto a clean, flat surface. Lower the side of the computer onto a soft clean cloth to avoid scratching the case. Gently lower the side panel until it lies flat.
9 Go to the section that provides the instructions for the item you want to install or replace. To install Go to the section DRAM “Installing DRAM,” below Internal storage device “Installing a Hard Disk or Other Internal Storage Device” on page 38 PCI expansion card “Installing a PCI Expansion Card” on page 49 New battery “Replacing the Battery” on page 52 Installing DRAM Before installing memory, read “About Memory” at the beginning of this chapter and follow the steps in “Opening the Computer.
2 Align a DRAM DIMM in the DRAM slot as pictured and push the DIMM down until the ejectors snap into place. Important Do not touch the DIMM’s connectors. Handle the DIMM only by the edges. DRAM DIMM (Your DIMM’s shape and components may vary.) The DRAM DIMM is designed to fit into the Connectors slot only one way. Be sure to align the notches in the DIMM with the small ribs inside the slot. With the ejectors in the open position (as shown), push down on the DIMM until it snaps into place.
3 If you are finished installing items in your computer, skip ahead to “Closing the Computer” on page 53. If you want to install other items, go to the relevant section.
Installing an Internal Storage Device 1 Unplug the power cord bundle from the main logic board and the ribbon cable from the drive. If you’re working with SCSI drives, disconnect the power cord bundle from the main logic board. Unplug the power cord bundle from the main logic board. Unlock the power cord bundle plug by pressing the small catch located on the side of the plug. (Side view) Unplug the ribbon cable from the hard disk drive.
2 If you’re removing a drive carrier that has a drive attached, remove the power cord bundle from the drive. In standard configurations, an Ultra ATA drive is in drive position 3 (the rear). Unplug the power cord bundle from the hard disk drive. There is no catch on this plug. The plug is held tightly in place, so pull firmly.
3 Remove the low-profile attachment screw from the drive carrier and tilt the carrier up to remove it from the computer. The head of the attachment screw is designed to work specifically with the drive carrier. Set the screw aside for now; you will use it when you put the carrier back in. The illustration below shows the rear drive carrier, but this step applies to all the carriers. Remove the attachment screw to release the drive carrier. Tilt the drive carrier up and carefully pull it out of the computer.
4 Configure your new hard disk drive. Configuring a device may require setting its jumper pins. Drives vary considerably and you should check the instructions that came with the device for information on selecting its setting. Major hard disk drive manufacturers have Web sites that provide information on configuring drives. If you still have questions, you can also contact an Apple-authorized dealer, who may be able to install the drive for a fee.
m If you’re installing a second ATA drive in drive position 3: m With the connectors facing you, attach the screws to the right side of the carrier. m Insert and tighten the screws on the left side until the tab bends slightly inward. m If you’re attaching a 1.0-inch drive to an empty carrier in drive position 3, insert the screws through the bottom of the carrier. m If you’re installing a 1.
m If you’re installing a 1.0-inch or 1.6-inch SCSI drive to the carrier in drive position 1 or 2, attach the underside of the drive to the carrier (as shown below). Attach additional SCSI drives (1" or 1.6" high) to the two flat drive carriers by screwing them into position from the bottom. Position the hard disk drive on the drive carrier so that the ribbon cable connector and the power cord connector are accessible. Screw the drive into position with the four screws supplied with the drive.
6 To replace the carrier and drive, align the tabs on the rear of the carrier with the slots in the computer chassis and slide the carrier in. Slide the hard disk drive into the computer at an angle, and lower it into position. Make sure the two tabs on the underside of the drive carrier engage the slots on the floor of the computer. If you are installing hard disk drives in drive positions 1 and 2, you must install the drive in position 1 before you install the drive in position 2.
8 Plug the power cord bundles into the hard disk drives and arrange them so they fit around the side of the drives. Plug the power cord bundles into the hard disk drives. Be sure to press them firmly into position. Tuck the excess power cord bundle cable around the side of the hard disk drives.
9 Reconnect the main power cable bundle to the main logic board and the ribbon cable to the drives. m If you added a second ATA drive to a computer that came with one ATA drive, plug the connector on the end of the ribbon cable to the drive on the bottom and attach the cable’s middle connector to the top drive. m If you added a SCSI drive to a computer that came with an ATA drive, attach the SCSI ribbon cable to the SCSI PCI card you installed earlier.
10 If you have installed two or more SCSI drives, tape the SCSI data cable to the top of the drives in positions 1 and 2. If you’re installing a SCSI drive in drive position 1 or 2, put the ribbon cable on top of the drives. You can tape the ribbon cable to the tops of the drives with double-stick foam tape to make the cable lie flat. PCI SCSI card The ribbon cable may attach to a different position on the PCI SCSI card, depending on which card you have.
Installing a PCI Expansion Card Before installing a PCI expansion card, read “About PCI Expansion Cards” on page 30 and follow the steps in “Opening the Computer” on page 32. Important 1 Remove the screw that holds the port access cover in place, pull out the access cover, and set it aside. 2 If you want to replace or remove a card that’s installed in the computer, remove the screw that holds the card in place and pull the card from the slot. Remove the screw that holds the port access cover in place.
3 Remove the PCI card from its static-proof bag and hold it by its corners, taking care not to touch the gold connector or any of the components on the card. Connector 4 Align the card’s connector with the expansion slot and press down until the connector is inserted all the way into the slot. If you’re installing a 12-inch card, make sure the card engages the appropriate guide at the front of the computer. Reinstall the screw to secure the card in place.
Press the card gently but firmly until the connector is fully inserted. m Don’t rock the card side to side; instead, press the card straight into the slot. (Rocking the card can damage the PCI slot.) m Don’t force the card. If you meet a lot of resistance, pull the card out. Check the connector and the slot for damage or obstructions, then try inserting the card again. m Pull the card gently to see if it is properly connected.
Replacing the Battery 1 Remove the battery from its holder, noting the orientation of the battery’s positive and negative ends. Batteries contain chemicals, some of which may be harmful to the environment. Please dispose of used batteries according to your local environmental laws and guidelines. Important Remove the battery by pulling it up and out of its holder. You may need to spread these two tabs slightly apart to release the battery. Spread the tabs gently so they don’t break.
Closing the Computer Warning Never turn on your computer unless all of its internal and external parts are in place and it is closed. Operating the computer when it is open or missing parts can damage your computer or cause injury. 1 Raise the computer’s side panel and press it against the case. Gently raise the side panel and snap it firmly in place.
2 Squeeze the side panel until it snaps securely into place. Place your thumbs on these two screws and squeeze the side panel firmly closed. 3 54 Chapter 2 After you have closed the computer, return to Chapter 1, “Setting Up,” if you are setting up for the first time or if you need help reconnecting the cables.
What’s Next? Before you can start using the equipment you installed, you may need to install software that the equipment requires or configure the equipment. For example, PCI expansion cards usually require special software, and hard disks may need to be initialized with a diskformatting utility. See the documentation that came with the equipment for additional installation or configuration instructions. Some older devices may require updated drivers to work with your computer.
Communications Regulation Information FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. See instructions if interference to radio or television reception is suspected.
VCCI Class B Statement Laser Information Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified in your equipment’s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Warning Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet containing the laser. The laser beam used in this product is harmful to the eyes. The use of optical instruments, such as magnifying lenses, with this product increases the potential hazard to your eyes.
Telephone Line Problems If your telephone doesn’t work, there may be a problem with your telephone line. Disconnect the modem to see if the problem goes away. If it doesn’t, report the problem either to your local telephone company or to your company’s telecommunications people. If disconnecting the modem eliminates the problem, the modem itself may need service.
Informations destinées aux utilisateurs canadiens L’étiquette d’Industrie Canada identifie un matériel homologué. Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est conforme à certaines normes de protection, d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommunications. Le Ministère n’assure toutefois pas que le matériel fonctionnera à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur.
Information You Need in Germany Diese Modem-Karte ist als Endeinrichtung vorgesehen und muss an ein TAE mit F-Kodierung angeschlossen werden. Diese Endeinrichtung ist in Konformität gemäss Niederspannungsrichtlinie 73 / 23 / EWG sowie EMC-Richtlinien 89 / 336 / EWG und 92 / 31 / EWG.
Information You Need in New Zealand This modem is fully approved to operate on the New Zealand telecommunications network under Telepermit number PTC 211/98/119. All telecommunications devices are required to hold a Telepermit and be labelled accordingly with the approved Telepermit number to comply with the New Zealand telecommunications standards, ensuring the health and safety of the operator and the integrity of the New Zealand telecommunications network.
