Apple 6300CD, 6200CD User Manual

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Macin t osh P erforma

User’ s Guide

Includes setup, troubleshooting, and health-related information
for Macintosh P erforma 6200 CD and 6300CDseries computers

K Apple Computer, Inc.

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Contents

Communications regulation information vi

Preface Welcome to Macintosh ix

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 8
Problems starting up? 10
What’s next? 11
Learning the basics 12
Reviewing the basics 13
Turning the computer off 14
Where to find answers 15

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2 Getting Help 17

Getting answers to your questions 18
Identifying objects on the screen 26
Learning useful shortcuts 27

3 Connecting Additional Equipment 29

Where to connect additional equipment 30
Connecting an Apple PlainTalk Microphone 31
Connecting external stereo speakers 32
Expanding memory 33
Connecting to an Ethernet network 33
Installing internal drives 34

4 Using Programs and Backing Up Disks 35

Installing application programs 36
Working with several programs at a time 37
Protecting the information on a disk 38
Using application programs designed for the PowerPC microprocessor 39
Using older Macintosh programs 39

5 Using the CD-ROM Drive 41

Inserting a CD-ROM disc 42
Ejecting a CD-ROM disc 43
Types of compact discs you can use 44
Playing audio CDs 45
Working with Photo CDs 46
Sharing a CD-ROM disc over a network 48

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6 Troubleshooting 49

When you have questions 49
If you have trouble 49
Solutions to common problems 53
Solutions to CD-ROM problems 65
If your computer’s p erformance decreases 70
Repairing a damaged disk 71
Initializing a hard disk 77
Installing or reinstalling system software 79

A Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips 81

Health-related information about computer use 81
Safety instructions 86
Handling your computer equipment 87
Cleaning your equipment 92
Locking and unlocking the mouse 94

B Installing an Expansion Card 97

Opening the computer 99
Installing an LC-PDS card 101
Installing a communication card 102
Closing the computer 104

C Special Keys on Your Keyboard 107

Typing special characters and symbols 109
Special key combinations 110

Index 111

Contents

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Com municati ons re gu latio n informatio n

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 Apple’s
instructions—it may cause interference with radio and television reception.

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. These specifications are designed
to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

You can determine whether your computer system is causing interference by turning it off. If
the interference stops, it was probably caused by the computer or one of the peripheral devices.

If your computer system does cause interference to radio or television reception, try to correct
the interference by using one or more of the following measures:

m Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops.
m Move the computer to one side or the other of the television or radio.
m Move the computer farther away from the television or radio.
m Plug the computer into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the television or radio.

(That is, make certain the computer and the television or radio are on circuits controlled by
different circuit breakers or fuses.)

If necessary, consult an Apple-authorized service provider or Apple. See the service and support
information that came with your Apple product. Or, consult an experienced radio/television
technician for additional suggestions. You may find the following booklet helpful: Interference
Handbook (stock number 004-000-00493-1). This booklet, prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission, is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office,
Washington, DC 20402.

IMPORTANT

could void the FCC Certification and negate your authority to operate the product.
This product was tested for FCC compliance under conditions that included the use of Apple

peripheral devices and Apple shielded cables and connectors between system components. It is
important that you use Apple peripheral devices and shielded cables and connectors between
system components to reduce the possibility of causing interference to radios, television sets,
and other electronic devices. You can obtain Apple peripheral devices and the proper shielded
cables and connectors through an Apple-authorized dealer. For non-Apple peripheral devices,
contact the manufacturer or dealer for assistance.

Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by Apple Computer, Inc.,

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Communications Regulation Information

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 Numériques”, NMB-003 édictée par le ministre des
Communications.

VCCI statement

CD-ROM drive

WARNING

equipment’s manual may result in hazardous exposure.

WARNING

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. For your safety, have this
equipment serviced only by an Apple-authorized service provider.

If you have an internal Apple CD-ROM drive in your computer, your computer is a Class 1
laser product. The Class 1 label, located either on the computer or on the CD-ROM drive inside
the computer, indicates that the drive meets minimum safety requirements. (Note that the label
on your computer may look slightly different from the label pictured below.) A service warning
label is on the CD-ROM drive inside the computer.

Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified in your

Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet containing the laser. The laser beam used in

Communications Regulation Information

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Welcome to Macintosh

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Macintosh. Your computer is
designed to give you the highest performance combined with real ease of
use—it’s easy to set up, easy to use, a nd easy to expand. This book will guide
you through the setup procedure, tell you how to expand your Macintosh, and
provide many tips on using your new system.

Your Macintosh computer is powered by the new † microprocessor
(or “chip”). This microprocessor was designed by Apple Computer, Inc.,
Motorola, Inc., and IBM Corporation. The † microprocessor uses
Reduced Instruction Set Computing (RISC) technology to deliver very high
performance at the lowest possible cost. The † RISC microprocessor
represents the state of the art in microprocessor design.

Your new Power Macintosh will run almost all of your existing Macintosh
software, but for best performance and greatest speed, look for the new
software programs designed especially for computers that contain the
† microprocessor. You’ll find † microprocessor–compatible
programs at any software store that carries products for the Macintosh
computer.

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Monitor

(You may have a different monitor than shown.)

Keyboard cable

(permanently attached

to the keyboard)

Macintosh Performa computer

Keyboard

Monitor cable

(sometimes built into the monitor)

Mouse

Microphone (optional)

Computer power cord

Monitor power cord

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 furniture so that you’re comfortable when using
the computer.

If you used the setup poster: T h e poster included with your Macintosh
Performa computer was designed to help you start using your computer as
quickly as possible. T his chapter contains more detailed information than the
poster. If you have already set up your computer using the poster, you may
want to turn to the section “What’s Next?” later in this chapter.

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 anything to your
Macintosh, follow the instructions in this section to plug it in. The plug
grounds the computer and protects it from electrical damage while you are
setting up.

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When you are ready to begin, follow these steps:

1 Plug 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.

2 Plug 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.

Power cord plug Power cord socket Standby power button

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WARNING

This equipment is intended to be electrically grounded. Your
Macintosh is equipped with a three-wire groundi ng plug—a plug that
has a third (grounding) pin. This plug will fit only a grounded AC
outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into
the outlet, contact a licensed electrician to replace the outlet with a
properly grounded outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding
plug!

IMPORTANT

Be sure that at least one end of the power cord is within easy

reach so that you can unplug the computer when you need to.
If the computer starts up: If you hear a tone, the computer has started up and

you need to turn it off before proceeding. Press the power button (also called
the standby power button) located on the back of the computer to turn the
computer off.

Installing an expansion card

If you purchased any expansion cards for your Macintosh, you may wa nt to
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, refer to the instructions that came with the monitor.

Connecting the monitor power cord

Monitors have two cords to connect—a power cord and a monitor cable.
To connect the monitor power cord, follow these steps:

1 Place the monitor where you will be using it.

You may place it on top of your computer. Keep these considerations in mind:
m Allow a few inches for air circulation around the sides of the computer and

monitor.

m Make sure that the top of the screen is slightly below eye level when you’re

sitting at the keyboard.

m Position the monitor to minimize glare and reflections on the screen from

overhead lights and windows.

m Consult “Ar ranging Your Office” in Appendix A for suggestions on

locating your computer equipment.

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2 Connect the monitor power cord to the monitor.

On some monitors, the cord is already attached.

3 Plug in the monitor power cord.

Be sure to plug the power cord into a three-hole grounded outlet or power
strip.

Monitor power socket

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Monitor power cord

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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:

1 Attach the monitor cable to the monitor.

On some monitors the cable is already attached (as shown below).

2 Attach 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

If your monitor has a microphone or speakers, you may need to connect
additional cables. See the documentation that came with the monitor.

Getting Started

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Connecting the mouse and keyboard

1 Plug 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 marked with the ◊ icon is called an Apple Desktop Bus
(ADB) port.

This cable plugs into the Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) port,

◊

marked with the

icon, on the back of the computer.

Plug the mouse into the recessed port on
the keyboard. The flat part of the plug should
be pointing down, as shown here.

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2 Plug the keyboard cable into the port marked with the

◊

icon on the back of the

computer.

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ADB port

Some monitors have a port to which you can connect the keyboard or mouse.
See the information that came with your monitor.

3 If you want to adjust the keyboard angle, lower the feet on the keyboard.

To adjust the keyboard angle, lower the feet until they snap into position.

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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.

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 (π).

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You hear a tone from the computer as it starts up.

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3 Check to see what’s on your screen.

Your Launcher has

more items in it

than are shown in

this illustration.

m You will see a welcome screen that gives you a choice about what to do

next. If you’re new to the Macintosh or would like to review some of the
basics, you’ll want to go through the Performa Tutorial, a program that
teaches how to use your computer. Press the Return key on your keyboard
to go to the tutorial. If you already know how to use your Macintosh and
you don’t want to use the tutorial, you can leave the welcome screen
(by clicking Go To Desktop) and go to the Macintosh desktop.

m When 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

Macintosh desktop

m If your screen doesn’t have anything on it, see the next section, “Problems

Starting Up?”

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Problems starting up?

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 plugged in and 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 disconnect

the keyboard or mouse cable while the computer is on. You could damage
your equipment.)

m Is the monitor power cord plugged in?
m Is the monitor turned on? (Check the power-on light on the front of the

monitor.)

m Is the monitor cable attached firmly to both the monitor and computer?
m Is the brightness control on the monitor adjusted correctly? (On Apple

monitors, the brightness control is marked with the symbol ¤.)

If you see a blinking question mark on the screen, turn to “Solutions to
Common Problems” in Chapter 6.

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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 Additional Equipment.”

m If you want to install application software on your computer, see Chapter 4

of this book for information on setting up your programs and managing
memory. You’ll need this information to properly set up software programs
specifically designed for computers with PowerPC microprocessors.

Before you begin working with your computer, be sure to read the important
health and safety information in Appendix A.

IMPORTANT

If you need to turn off your computer at any point, please see
“Turning the Computer Off” later in this chapter. It is very important to use
the correct procedure for shutting down your Macintosh before turning it off.

Getting Started

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Learning the basics

If you are new to the Macintosh, you should begin by looking at the easy­to-use program called Performa Tutorial. The tutorial teaches you the basic
skills you’ll need to use your computer. To start the tutorial once you are past
the welcome sequence, follow these steps:

1 Slide your mouse along your mouse pad or desk.

Hold the mouse as shown, with the cable pointing away from you. Don’t press
the mouse button (under your index finger). Notice that the arrow (8) on the
screen moves in the same direction that you move the mouse.

If the arrow doesn’t move, make sure that the cables connecting the mouse
and keyboard are secure and that your mouse is positioned as shown in the
illustration.

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2 Move the mouse so that the arrow (

8

) is over the picture labeled “Performa Tutorial.”

If you don’t see the Performa Tutorial picture on your screen, put the arrow
on the word “Learning” and click (press and release) the mouse button.

If you run out of room on your mouse pad or desk while moving the mouse,
pick up the mouse and place it where there’s more room. (The arrow on the
screen moves only when the mouse is in contact with the mouse pad or desk.)

3 Without moving the mouse, click the mouse button.

A window appears welcoming you to the tutorial. You can set this book aside
for now and follow the instructions on the screen. When you have completed
both parts of the tutorial, return to this book.

Reviewing the basics

The following illustration summarizes many of the basic skills and terms you
learned from the tutorial.

The strip across the

top of the screen is

called the menu bar.

The symbols and

words in it represent

menus that contain

commands.

Icons are small pictures

that represent disks,

folders, programs, and

documents. To open

an icon, click the

icon twice quickly.

Windows are boxes

that display text,

graphics, or icons. To

bring a partially

covered window to

the front, click

anywhere in the

window.

To move a window,

drag it by the title bar.

To close a window,

click the close box.

To find an answer to

a question, look in the

Guide (

To bring hidden portions of a
window’s contents into view,
click the scroll arrows.

) menu.

h

You can have several application
programs open at once. To see which
program is active or to switch from
one program to another, use this
menu (called the Application menu).

This icon represents your
computer’s internal hard disk.

To change the size or shape of
a window, drag the size box.

To throw away an item you
no longer want, drag it to the
Trash and choose Empty
Trash from the Special menu.

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Turning the computer off

To turn the computer off:

1 Press the Power key (marked with a triangle) on the keyboard.

You will see a message asking whether you want to shut down or continue
working.

2 Click Shut Down.

The computer is now off. To turn the computer back on, you can simply press
the Power key again.

You can also turn off your computer by choosing Shut Down from the Apple
(K) menu. Detailed instructions follow. (Note: The Shut Down command is
also available in the Special menu.)

1 Move the tip of the arrow to the Apple (
2 With the tip of the arrow on the apple, press and hold down the mouse button.
3 While holding down the mouse button, move the arrow down the list of choices until the

words “Shut Down” are highlighted, then release the mouse button.

K

) menu at the top left of the screen.

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Where to find answers

When you have questions about using your Macintosh, there are several
places you can look for answers.

In this book

Macintosh Performa

User’s Guide

Use this book to help you set up your computer and learn about it,
or to find solutions to problems with your equipment.

In the Guide menu

The Guide menu (marked with the hicon) is your main source
of information about the Macintosh. To learn how to get different
kinds of help from the Guide menu, see Chapter 2 in this book.

In other manuals

For answers to questions about other equipment or about
application programs you have purchased, see the manuals
that came with the equipment or programs.

In documents in the Apple Extras folder

The Apple Extras folder (in your System Folder) on your hard disk
contains documents with important information about some of the
application programs included with your computer.

From Apple’s customer support hotline

If you can’t find an answer in any of the materials provided, call the
customer support hotline. The phone number for the hotline is in the
service and support information that came with your computer.

Note:

If you have problems with an application program not

(
published by Apple, call the program’s publisher. Click the Phone
Numbers button in the Service/Support area of the Launcher to see
phone numbers for software publishers.)

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Use the instructions in this

chapter to learn about the help

available to you in the Guide menu.

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Getting Help

The Guide menu is your main source of information when you’re working
with your computer. The menu is identified by a question mark (h) in the
upper-right corner of the screen.

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Getting answers to your questions

When you have a question while working with your computer, you can get the
answer by choosing Macintosh Guide from the Guide menu.

1 Pull down the Application menu (in the upper-right corner of the screen) and choose

Finder to make it the active application program.

A checkmark in the menu indicates that the Finder is the active program.

2 Pull down the Guide menu (marked with the

h

icon) and choose Macintosh Guide.

The Macintosh Guide window appears.

Whenever you use Macintosh Guide, its window remains in front of other
windows. If the window gets in your way, you can move it by dragging its
title bar (the gray bar across the top of the window).

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3 Notice the three buttons at the top of the window: Topics, Index, and Look For.

Macintosh Guide gives you three ways of finding information:

m

Topics

lets you choose from a list of general subjects; it is like the table of

contents in a book.

m

Index

lets you choose from an alphabetical list of more specific subjects; it

is like the index in a book.

m

Look For

lets you search for information related to a specific word or phrase

that you type.
In the following sections you will practice using each method.
If you have problems while using Macintosh Guide, see “Tips for Using

Macintosh Guide” later in this chapter.

Getting answers with the Topics button

1 In the Macintosh Guide window, click the Topics button.

A list of general topics appears on the left side of the Macintosh Guide
window. (Dependi ng on the hardware and software you have, the list of topics
may look different.)

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2 Click “Setting Options” in the list of topics.

When you click any topic area, a list of related questions appears on the right
side of the Macintosh Guide window.

To get instructions,
click a question…

…and then click OK.

3 Click the question “How do I set the time and date?” and then click OK. Or double-click

the question.

A small window appears with instructions for you to follow.

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If you want to

return to the main

Macintosh Guide

window, click here.

4 Read and follow the instructions in this window.

5 When you have completed all the steps, click the Topics button in the lower-left corner to

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Click here to see the next
step (if there is one).

Macintosh Guide provides step-by-step instructions to answer the question
you selected. When you have completed each step, click the right arrow in the
lower-right corner to see the next step.

return to the main Macintosh Guide window.

Now continue with the next section.