Apple Macintosh LC 630 DOS User Manual

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Macin t osh

User’ s Guide

the Includes setup, troubleshooting, and important health-related
information for the Macintosh LC 630 DOS Compatible

K Apple Computer, Inc.

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Contents

Communications regulation information vii

Preface Your DOS-compatible Macintosh computer 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 7
Turning the computer on 8
Problems turning your computer on? 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
Connecting a game controller 33
Expanding memory 34
Installing internal drives 34

4 Installing and Using Application Programs in the

Macintosh Environment 35

Installing Macintosh application programs 36
Worki ng with several programs at a time 37
Backing up your files 38

5 Operating in the PC Environment 39

Switching between the Macintosh and PC environments 40
Setting up the PC environment 42
Worki ng in the PC environment 44
Running network software 53
Using multimedia, MIDI, and game application programs 54
Using Macintosh peripherals in the PC environment 55
Using PC peripherals 59

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6 Configuring the PC Environment 61

Choosing settings 62
Configuring the PC serial ports 63
Setting the monitor 64
Setting the time and date 64
Setting shared memory 65
Choosing shared folders or volumes 67
Turning on PC sounds 69
Configuring drives C and D 70
Managing PC files from the Mac OS 71
Changing the size of the drive container 72
Understanding the status line 76

7 Troubleshooting in the Macintosh Environment 77

When you have questions 77
When you run into trouble 77
Solutions to common problems 80
Initializing a hard disk 93
Repairing a damaged disk 97
Installing or reinstalling Mac OS system software 102

8 Troubleshooting in the PC Environment 113

When you have questions 113
Reinstalling the DOS-Compatibility Software 119

Contents

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Appendix A Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips 129

Health-related information about computer use 129
Safety instructions 134
Handling your computer equipment 135
Cleaning your equipment 139
Locking and unlocking the mouse 141

Appendix B Installing an Expansion Card or Memory for the PC

Environment 143

Opening the computer 145
Installing a communication card 148
Installing a SIMM for the PC environment 149
Closing the computer 154

Appendix C Special Keys on Your Keyboard 157
Appendix D Installing Macintosh Easy Open 159

Choosing an application to open a document 159
Using the Macintosh Easy Open control panel 161

Appendix E Installing Network Management Software 163

Installing NetWare client software 163
Installing Novell’s LAN Workplace for DOS TCP/IP software 167
Installing NetManage’s Chameleon TCP/IP software 169
Installing Windows for Workgroups 173
Installing Spry’s Air Series TCP/IP software 173
Installing Mosaic 177

Index 179

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Com municatio ns re g u lation informa ti on

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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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 on the computer, indicates that the drive meets
minimum safety requirements. 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

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Your DOS-Compatible Macintosh Computer

Your Macintosh includes hardware and software that let you use DOS and
Windows application programs directly on your Macintosh computer. It
contains a high-performance microprocessor that’s fully compatible with the
latest DOS and Windows software. You can

m simultaneously run Macintosh operating system (Mac OS) and PC

application programs

m switch between the Mac OS and PC environment at any time without

quitting the applications you’re using

m view the current environment on a single monitor
m use the same hard disk for both Mac OS and PC software
m share files and folders (directories) between the Mac OS and the PC

environment

m cut, copy, a nd paste data between Mac OS and DOS or Windows

documents

m use your Macintosh keyboard and mouse with PC software
m use your Macintosh modem, monitor, and printer with PC software, or

connect PC-compatible equipment

m use a joystick or other game controller with PC application programs

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m share the random-access memory (RAM) in your Macintosh with the PC

environment, or use a memory module (SIMM) for the exclusive use of the
PC environment

m use the built-in Macintosh serial ports with PC software
m access PC CD-ROM discs using an Apple CD-ROM drive
m play Sound Blaster-compatible sounds
m communicate with network servers and other computers running

PC software

To begin, follow the instr uctions in Chapters 1 and 2 to set up your
computer and get started using it. Read Chapters 3 and 4 when you are
ready to connect additional equipment to your computer and install
Mac OS application programs. Read Chapters 5 and 6 to start using DOS
and Windows application programs on your Macintosh computer. Turn to
Chapters 7 and 8 if you have questions or problems using your Macintosh.

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Your DOS-Compatible Macintosh Computer

Keyboard cable
(sometimes built

into the keyboard

as shown here)

Macintosh DOS-compatible computerMonitor

Keyboard

Mouse

Monitor cable

(sometimes built into the monitor)

Monitor power cord

(sometimes built into the monitor)

Computer power cord

Follow the instructions in this

chapter to set up your computer

and learn the basics.

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Getting Started

The illustration on the facing page shows all the equipment you 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 “Arra nging Your Office” i n 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.

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.

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 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!

Power cord plug Power cord socket Standby power button

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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 or extra memory
for use in the PC environment, install the cards or memory now. (For
instructions, see Appendix B, “Installing an Expansion Card or Memory for
the PC Environment,” as well as the documentation that came with the cards
or memory module.) If you don’t have an expansion card or memory to install,
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 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 can place a monitor with a 15-inch or smaller screen on top of your
computer. Don’t place larger monitors on the 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 “Arranging Your Office” in the section “Health-Related

Information About Computer Use” i n 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

4

Monitor power cord

Chapter 1

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 on the upper-right corner of the back panel. It is marked
with the ™ icon (symbol). Be sure you plug the cable into the correct port.

™

Monitor port

Monitor cable

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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 separate cable

1 Plug 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 por t and icon on
your keyboard may be different from those pictured here.)

By the way: A port marked with the ◊ icon is called an Apple Desktop Bus
(ADB) port.

ADB icon

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2 Plug the keyboard cable (both ends are the same) into the other port on the keyboard.

If you plugged the mouse cable in on the right, for example, plug the keyboard
cable in on the left.

3 Plug the keyboard cable into the port marked with the

computer.

◊

icon on the back of the

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

Connecting a keyboard with a built-in cable

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.

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

This cable plugs into the Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) port
on the back of the computer. The ADB port on the

◊

computer is marked with the

icon.

2 Plug the keyboard cable into the port marked with the ◊icon on the back of the

computer.

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

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.

Getting Started

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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).

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You h ear a tone from the computer as it starts up.

Chapter 1

3 Check 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

Macintosh desktop

m If you see a blinking question mark, you need to install system software on

your computer’s hard disk. (System software is the set of programs your
computer uses to start itself up.) See “Installing or Reinstalling Mac OS
System Software” in Chapter 7 for information on how to install system
software.

m If you see anything else on your screen, or nothing at all, see the next

section, “Problems Turning Your Computer On?”

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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 tur ned 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 ¤.)

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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

th e Basics.”

m If you are an experienced Macintosh user, turn to Chapter 2, “Getting

Help,” to lear n about Macintosh Guide, your main source of information
when you’re working with the Mac OS (the Macintosh environment).

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 start using DOS or Windows application programs on your

Macintosh, turn to Chapter 5, “Operating in the PC Environment.”

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 easy-to­use program called the Macintosh Tutorial. The tutorial teaches you the basic
skills you’ll need to use your computer in the Macintosh environment. To
start the tutorial, follow these steps:

1 Slide the 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.

Mouse button

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 tip of the arrow (8) to the question mark (h) in the upper-right portion of the

screen.

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 With the tip of the arrow on the question mark, press and hold down the mouse button.

A list of choices (called a menu) appears. This is the Guide (h) menu, which
is the place to go when you have a question about how to use your computer
in the Macintosh environment (Mac OS). (The Guide [h] menu is not
available when you’re in the PC environment.)

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4 While holding down the mouse button, move the arrow until the words “Macintosh

Tutorial” are highlighted, then release 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
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 of 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 about the

Macintosh

environment, 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 tur n the computer off, you choose Shut Down from the Special menu.
Detailed instructions follow.

1 Move the tip of the arrow to the word “Special” at the top center of the screen.

If the word “Special” does not appear at the top of the screen, you’re working
in the wrong program. Pull down the Application menu (to the right of the
Guide [h] menu) and choose Finder. Then try step 1 again.

2 With the tip of the arrow on the word “Special,” 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.

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You can also shut down your computer from the keyboard.

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.

To tur n the computer on, simply press the Power key again.

WARNING

Do not turn the computer off by pressing the standby power
button on the back panel. If you do so, you may lose any work you
haven’t previously saved to a disk. You also risk losing any open
documents.

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

User’s Guide

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

In the Guide menu

The Guide menu (marked with the
of information about the Macintosh environment. 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. Manuals for DOS
and Windows are 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.)

h

icon) is your main source

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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 in the Macintosh environment. The menu is identified by
a question mark (h) in the upper-right corn er of the screen.

(If you need instructions on using DOS or Windows, see the appropriate
manual.)

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Getting answers to your questions

When you have a question while working in the Macintosh environment, 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. (Depending on the hardware and software you have, the list of topics
may look different.)

Getting Help

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