Apple iMac G5 (17" and 20" Display)

Standards Subpart

1194.21 Software applications and operating systems.

Remarks

The iMac comes with the Macintosh OS X operating system (the iMac tested was running OS X 10.3.5). Accessibility information for OS X is available at http://www.apple.com/accessibility/. Not applicable
1194.22 Web-based intranet and internet information and applications. 1194.23 Telecommunications products. 1194.24 Video and multimedia products. 1194.25 Self contained, closed products. 1194.26 Desktop and portable computers. 1194.31 Functional performance criteria. 1194.41 Information, documentation, and support.
Please refer to the attached VPAT: Standard 1194.23(k) and its subparts apply to the iMac. Please refer to the attached VPAT Not Applicable: The iMac is not a self-contained, closed product. Please refer to the attached VPAT Please refer to the attached VPAT and to the OS X VPAT at http://www.apple.com/accessibility/. Please refer to the attached VPAT
Subpart B -- Technical Standards 1194.23 Telecommunications products.
Criteria Supporting Features Remarks and explanations
(a) Telecommunications products or systems which provide a function allowing voice communication and which do not themselves provide a TTY functionality shall provide a standard non-acoustic connection point for TTYs. Microphones shall be capable of being turned on and off to allow the user to intermix speech with TTY use. (b) Telecommunications products which include voice communication functionality shall support all commonly used crossmanufacturer nonproprietary standard TTY signal protocols. (c) Voice mail, autoattendant, and interactive voice response telecommunications systems shall be usable by TTY users with their TTYs.

Not Applicable

voice response telecommunications systems shall be usable by TTY users with their TTYs. (d) Voice mail, messaging, auto-attendant, and interactive voice response telecommunications systems that require a response from a user within a time interval, shall give an alert when the time interval is about to run out, and shall provide sufficient time for the user to indicate more time is required. (e) Where provided, caller identification and similar telecommunications functions shall also be available for users of TTYs, and for users who cannot see displays. (f) For transmitted voice signals, telecommunications products shall provide a gain adjustable up to a minimum of 20 dB. For incremental volume control, at least one intermediate step of 12 dB of gain shall be provided. (g) If the telecommunications product allows a user to adjust the receive volume, a function shall be provided to automatically reset the volume to the default level after every use. (h) Where a telecommunications product delivers output by an audio transducer which is normally held up to the ear, a means for effective magnetic wireless coupling to hearing technologies shall be provided.
(i) Interference to hearing technologies (including hearing aids, cochlear implants, and assistive listening devices) shall be reduced to the lowest possible level that allows a user of hearing technologies to utilize the telecommunications product. (j) Products that transmit or conduct information or communication, shall pass through crossmanufacturer, nonproprietary, industrystandard codes, translation protocols, formats or other information necessary to provide the information or communication in a usable format. Technologies which use encoding, signal compression, format transformation, or similar techniques shall not remove information needed for access or shall restore it upon delivery. (k) Products which have mechanically operated controls or keys, shall comply with the following: (1) Controls and keys shall be tactilely discernible without activating the controls or keys. (2) Controls and keys shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate controls and keys shall be 5 lbs. (22.2 N) maximum. (3) If key repeat is supported, the delay before repeat shall be adjustable to at least 2 seconds. Key repeat rate shall be adjustable to 2 seconds per character.

Supported

This delay is configurable with the OS X operating system.
seconds per character. (4) The status of all locking or toggle controls or keys shall be visually discernible, and discernible either through touch or sound.
Supported with minor exception
Caps Lock is the only key with a visible locking indicator on the keyboard itself: it shows a light when caps lock is on, but this is not discernable by touch. When the OS' Sticky Keys feature is turned on, the locking status of the Shift, Control, Option and Apple keys is made visible on the screen.
1194.24 Video and multimedia products.
(a) All analog television displays 13 inches and larger, and computer equipment that includes analog television receiver or display circuitry, shall be equipped with caption decoder circuitry which appropriately receives, decodes, and displays closed captions from broadcast, cable, videotape, and DVD signals. As soon as practicable, but not later than July 1, 2002, widescreen digital television (DTV) displays measuring at least 7.8 inches vertically, DTV sets with conventional displays measuring at least 13 inches vertically, and stand-alone DTV tuners, whether or not they are marketed with display screens, and computer equipment that includes DTV receiver or display circuitry, shall be equipped with caption decoder circuitry which appropriately receives, decodes, and displays closed captions from broadcast, cable, videotape, and DVD signals.
decodes, and displays closed captions from broadcast, cable, videotape, and DVD signals. (b) Television tuners, including tuner cards for use in computers, shall be equipped with secondary audio program playback circuitry. (c) All training and informational video and multimedia productions which support the agency's mission, regardless of format, that contain speech or other audio information necessary for the comprehension of the content, shall be open or closed captioned. (d) All training and informational video and multimedia productions which support the agency's mission, regardless of format, that contain visual information necessary for the comprehension of the content, shall be audio described. (e) Display or presentation of alternate text presentation or audio descriptions shall be userselectable unless permanent.
1194.26 Desktop and portable computers.
(a) All mechanically operated controls and keys shall comply with 1194.23 (k) (1) through (4). (b) If a product utilizes touchscreens or touchoperated controls, an input method shall be provided that complies with 1194.23 (k) (1) through (4).
Supported with minor exceptions

See 1194.23(k.1).

operated controls, an input method shall be provided that complies with 1194.23 (k) (1) through (4). (c) When biometric forms of user identification or control are used, an alternative form of identification or activation, which does not require the user to possess particular biological characteristics, shall also be provided. (d) Where provided, at least one of each type of expansion slots, ports and connectors shall comply with publicly available industry standards.

The iMac has no expansion slots. It has 10 connectors, located on the back of the unit, all of which are compliant with publicly available industry standards, including USB, FireWire (IEEE 1394), ADC, and mini audio. A blind user may have difficulty differentiating between the adjacently placed USB and FireWire connectors, as they are similar in size and shape. The audio-in and audioout connectors are identical in size and shape and have no tactile differentiation.
Subpart C -- Functional Performance Criteria 1194.31 Functional performance criteria.
(a) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require user vision shall be provided, or support for assistive technology used by people who are blind or visually impaired shall be provided.
Supported with exceptions
Operation and information retrieval are controlled via the operating system, and are documented in the OS X VPAT document at http://www.apple.com/accessibility/. The iMac cannot be used by someone who relies solely on a screen reader because there is currently no screen reader available for Apple computers.
Users who are visually impaired and capable of controlling a mouse can take advantage of the OS accessibility enhancements (zoom, Spoken User Interface, etc.). (b) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require visual acuity greater than 20/70 shall be provided in audio and enlarged print output working together or independently, or support for assistive technology used by people who are visually impaired shall be provided. (c) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require user hearing shall be provided, or support for assistive technology used by people who are deaf or hard of hearing shall be provided. (d) Where audio information is important for the use of a product, at least one mode of operation and information retrieval shall be provided in an enhanced auditory fashion, or support for assistive hearing devices shall be provided. (e) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require user speech shall be provided, or support for assistive technology used by people with disabilities shall be provided. Supported with exceptions Operation and information retrieval are controlled via the operating system, and are documented in the OS X VPAT document at http://www.apple.com/accessibility/

Operation and information retrieval are controlled via the operating system, and are documented in the OS X VPAT document at http://www.apple.com/accessibility/
Speech is not required for operation or information retrieval.
technology used by people with disabilities shall be provided. (f) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require fine motor control or simultaneous actions and that is operable with limited reach and strength shall be provided.
Subpart D -- Information, Documentation, and Support 1194.41 Information, documentation, and support.
(a) Product support documentation provided to end-users shall be made available in alternate formats upon request, at no additional charge. (b) End-users shall have access to a description of the accessibility and compatibility features of products in alternate formats or alternate methods upon request, at no additional charge. (c) Support services for products shall accommodate the communication needs of end-users with disabilities.
Support documentation is available on the Web in HTML at http://www.apple.com/support/.
Information about Apple product access features is available at http://www.apple.com/accessibility.
E-mail and phone support are available.

iMac G5 Users Guide

Includes setup, usage, and troubleshooting information for your iMac G5 computer

K Apple Computer, Inc.

2005 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Contents

Chapter 1
Getting Started Next Steps Putting Your iMac G5 to Sleep or Shutting It Down Getting to Know Your iMac G5 Front View Back View Learning About Mac OS X Customizing Your Desktop and Setting Your Preferences Connecting to a Printer Playing a CD and Connecting Headphones Keeping Your Software Up to Date Connecting to a Network Using the Internet Transferring Files to Another Computer When an Application Does Not Respond Using Applications Getting Answers Using Mac Help Using Your iMac G5 Using Mighty Mouse Keyboard Controls Using Your IR Receiver and the Remote Using the Built-in iSight Video Camera Understanding AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking Using Bluetooth 2.0+EDR Wireless Technology Connecting to an Ethernet Network Using Audio Devices Connecting External Video Support (VGA, Composite, and S-Video) Using High-Speed Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 Connecting With FireWire Using Your Optical Drive Securing Your iMac G5

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Installing Memory Installing Additional Memory Making Sure Your iMac G5 Recognizes the New Memory Troubleshooting Problems That Prevent You From Using Your iMac G5 Reinstalling the Software That Came With Your iMac G5 Other Problems Locating Your Product Serial Number Using Apple Hardware Test Specifications Safety, Use, and Care Information Safety Instructions for Setting Up and Using Your iMac G5 Connectors and Ports Avoid Hearing Damage Ergonomics Cleaning Your iMac G5 Carrying Your iMac G5 Apple and the Environment Connecting to the Internet Setup Assistant Worksheet Setting Up Your Internet Connection Manually Dial-Up Connection DSL, Cable Modem, or LAN Internet Connections AirPort Wireless Connection Troubleshooting Your Connection

Chapter 5

Appendix A Appendix B

Appendix C

Getting Started
Your iMac G5 has been designed so that you can set it up quickly and start using it right away. If you have never used an iMac G5 or are new to Macintosh computers, read this section for instructions on getting started.
If you are an experienced user, you may already know enough to get started. Make sure you look over the information in Chapter 2, Getting to Know Your iMac G5, to find out about the new features of this iMac G5.

Keyboard

Mighty Mouse

AC cord

Remote
Follow the steps on the next two pages to set up your iMac G5. Step 1: Pass the power cord through the hole in the stand and plug it into the power socket on the back of your iMac G5.
Step 2: To access the Internet or a network, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the iMac G5 and the other end to a cable modem, DSL modem, or a network.
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Step 3: Connect the keyboard and mouse cables.
Step 4: Press the power button () to turn on your iMac G5.
Using a Wireless Keyboard and Mouse If you purchased an Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple Wireless Mouse with your iMac G5, see the instructions that came with the keyboard and mouse to set them up and use them with your computer.

Next Steps

The first time you turn on your iMac G5, Setup Assistant starts. Setup Assistant helps you enter your Internet and email information and set up a user on your iMac G5. If you already have a Mac, Setup Assistant can help you automatically transfer files, applications, and other information from your previous Mac to your new iMac G5.
Transferring Information to Your iMac G5
You can use Setup Assistant to automatically transfer information from another Mac to your new iMac G5. To transfer information, make sure of the following: Your other Mac must have built-in FireWire and support FireWire Target Disk Mode. Your other Mac must have Mac OS X v10.1 or later installed. You must have a FireWire cable to connect the two computers. The Setup Assistant takes you through the process of transferring your information just follow the onscreen instructions. Transferring information to your iMac G5 does not affect the information on your other Mac. Using Setup Assistant, you can transfer: User accounts, including preferences and email Network settings so that your new iMac G5 is automatically set up to work with the same network settings as your other Mac Your applications folder so that the applications you used on your other Mac are now on your new iMac G5 (you may have to reinstall some of the applications you transfer) Files and folders stored on your hard disk If you dont use Setup Assistant to transfer information when you first start up your iMac G5, you can do it later using Migration Assistant. Open the Applications folder, open Utilities, and double-click the Migration Assistant icon. Note: If you transfer information later using Migration Assistant, make sure FileVault is turned off on the older computer. To turn off FileVault, choose Apple () > System Preferences, click Security, and follow the onscreen instructions.

2 Choose Help > Mac Help (click the Help menu in the menu bar and choose Mac Help).
3 Click in the search field, type a question, and press Return on your keyboard.

Using Your iMac G5

This chapter provides instructions for using the many built-in features and capabilities of your iMac G5, so you can get the most out of your computer.
Youll find important information in the following sections: Using Mighty Mouse on page 24 Keyboard Controls on page 25 Using Your IR Receiver and the Remote on page 26 Using the Built-in iSight Video Camera on page 29 Understanding AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking on page 30 Using Bluetooth 2.0+EDR Wireless Technology on page 32 Connecting to an Ethernet Network on page 34 Using Audio Devices including the combination headphone out/optical audio out port on page 35 Connecting External Video Support (VGA, Composite, and S-Video) on page 37 Using High-Speed Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 on page 39 Connecting With FireWire on page 41 Using Your Optical Drive on page 43 Securing Your iMac G5 on page 45 To learn about what you can do with your iMac G5, start with the information in this chapter. Additional information can be found in Mac Help and on the iMac Support website at www.apple.com/support/imac.

Using Mighty Mouse

Your iMac G5 comes with Mighty Mouse, which features a 360-degree clickable scroll ball with adjustable scrolling, a pair of force-sensing side buttons, and left and right buttons with touch-sensitive technology. Set up Mighty Mouse as a one-button mouse or program it to enable the scroll ball, activate Expos, or display Dashboard.

Left button

Right button

Scroll ball (button)

Side button
Programming Your Mighty Mouse
You can set up Mighty Mouse as a one-button mouse or program it as a multibutton mouse by using the Mouse pane of Keyboard & Mouse preferences. To open Keyboard & Mouse preferences: 1 Choose Apple (K) > System Preferences. 2 Click Keyboard & Mouse, and then click Mouse.
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Use the pop-up menus in the Mouse pane of Keyboard & Mouse preferences to assign the following actions to a button: Assign primary and secondary buttons Activate Expos Display Dashboard Open Spotlight Switch applications Open applications You can also deactivate vertical and horizontal scrolling and adjust the tracking, scrolling, and double-click speeds.
More Information About Mighty Mouse
Additional information about programming and using your Mighty Mouse is available in Mac Help. Choose Help > Mac Help and search for Mighty Mouse.

Keyboard Controls

You can quickly adjust the volume or eject a disc using the keyboard controls.

Mute key Media Eject key

Volume Down key

Volume Up key

To increase display contrast, press the F15 key on your keyboard. To decrease contrast, press F14. Using Expos, you can easily manage the windows on your screen. To see all your open windows at once, press F9. To see all the windows open in the current application, press F10. To hide all the open windows so that you can see the desktop, press F11.
Using Your IR Receiver and the Remote
Your remote works with the Front Row interface and the integrated infrared (IR) receiver, which is located behind the Apple () logo on the front of your iMac G5. Use your remote to open Front Row and play iTunes music, watch iPhoto slideshows and QuickTime movie trailers, play a DVD with DVD Player, and more from across the room. When you are not using the remote, you can stow it out of the way using the remote rest, which is located on the right side of your iMac G5.
Warning: The remote rest contains a magnet that may erase the data on a hard disk drive or iPod. To preserve your data, keep these and other magnetic media away from the remote rest. Use your remote to: Adjust the volume of a song, play or pause a song, or skip to the next or previous track in iTunes. Play a slideshow of any of your photo albums in iPhoto. Play movies that are in your Movies folder or watch online QuickTime movie trailers. Play a DVD in your optical drive with DVD Player.
To use your remote: Press the Menu button to open Front Row and play songs, slideshows, movies, movie trailers, and music videos. Press the Menu button to return to the previous menu. Press the Volume Up (+) and Volume Down () buttons to move through the menu options and adjust the volume. Press the Select/Play/Pause button to select an option from the menu. You can also use the Select/Play/Pause button to play or pause a song in iTunes, a slideshow in iPhoto, or one of your movies. Press the Previous/Rewind and Next/Fast-forward buttons to skip to the next or previous track in iTunes or hold them down to fast-forward within a track. You can also use these buttons to skip to the next or previous chapter in a DVD movie or hold them down to fast-forward or rewind a movie.

Volume Up button IR window

Previous/Rewind button

Next/Fast-forward button

Volume Down button

Select/Play/Pause button

Menu button

Battery compartment

Pairing Your Remote

You can use your remote with an iMac G5 that has an integrated IR receiver. If you have multiple iMac computers or other devices with integrated IR receivers in one room (for example, more than one iMac in a home office or lab), you can pair your remote with a specific computer or device. Pairing sets up the receiving computer or device to be controlled by only one remote. To pair your remote with your iMac: 1 Move very close to your iMac (about 3 to 4 inches away). 2 Point the remote at the Apple logo on the front of your iMac G5. 3 Press and hold the Menu and Next/Fast-forward buttons on the remote for 5 seconds.
To delete a pairing between the remote and your iMac: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the menu bar. 2 Click Security and then click Unpair.

Replacing the Battery

The remote includes a battery. When needed, replace the battery with a CR 2032 battery.
Press this button with a small blunt object to partially eject the battery compartment.
Positive side (+) faces up.

M EN U

Pull the battery compartment free.
To replace the battery: 1 Open the battery compartment by pressing the button with a small object, as described in the illustration above. 2 Pull the battery compartment out and remove the battery. 3 Insert the replacement battery with the positive side (+) facing up. 4 Close the battery compartment.

Turning Off IR Reception

You can use Security preferences to turn IR reception on your iMac G5 on or off. To turn off IR reception: Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the menu bar and click Security. Select the Disable remote control infrared receiver checkbox.
More Information About the Remote
Additional information about your remote is available in Mac Help. Choose Help > Mac Help and search for remote.
Using the Built-in iSight Video Camera

More Information About Using Ethernet
Additional information, including how to set up an Ethernet network and transfer files using Ethernet, is available in Mac Help (see page 22). Choose Help > Mac Help and search for Ethernet or network. For information about networking products you can use with your iMac G5, check the Macintosh Products Guide at www.apple.com/guide.

Using Audio Devices

Your iMac G5 comes with comprehensive audio capabilities, including built-in stereo speakers, a combination headphone out/optical audio out port to connect headphones or digital audio equipment, and an analog audio line-in port.
Headphone Out/Optical Audio Out Port
Connect a pair of headphones to the combination headphone out/optical audio out port (f ) and listen to music without disturbing anyone around you. You can also connect your iMac G5 to an AV receiver using an optical audio cable with a mini-plug connector and set up an iMac G5-based home theater system.

Audio Line-In Port

You can connect external powered microphones or other audio equipment to the analog audio line-in port (,) on the back of the iMac G5 for importing audio. Use the Sound pane of System Preferences to select the audio input or output device you want to use.

Audio line-in port

More Information About Using Audio
Additional information about using audio is available in Mac Help (see page 22). Choose Help > Mac Help and search for audio or music. For information about audio and music products you can use with your iMac G5, check the Macintosh Products Guide at www.apple.com/guide.
Connecting External Video Support (VGA, Composite, and S-Video)
Your iMac G5 has a video out port you can use to connect an external display (monitor) or VGA projector, using the Apple VGA Display Adapter (available at www.apple.com/ store). You can also display or record computer images by connecting a TV, video projector, or videocassette recorder (VCR), using the Apple Video Adapter (available at www.apple.com/store). Note: The Apple Video Adapter is not compatible with some previous iMac models.

Video out port

When an external monitor or television is connected, the same image appears on both the iMac G5 display and the external monitor (known as video mirroring). Note: Because of the display limitations of most televisions, images displayed on a television screen are of lower quality than those on the built-in display or an external monitor.

Using Multiple USB Devices at the Same Time
If all of your USB ports are being used and you want to connect more USB devices, you can purchase a USB hub. The USB hub connects to an open USB port on your iMac G5 and provides additional USB ports (usually four or seven). Most USB hubs also have a power adapter and should be plugged into an outlet.

USB hub

More Information About USB
Additional information about USB is available in Mac Help (see page 22). Choose Help > Mac Help and search for USB. You can also find information on the Apple USB website at www.apple.com/usb. For information about USB devices available for your iMac G5, check the Macintosh Products Guide at www.apple.com/guide.

Connecting With FireWire

Your iMac G5 has two FireWire 400 ports (H). FireWire lets you easily connect and disconnect external high-speed devicessuch as digital video cameras, printers, scanners, and hard disks. You can connect and disconnect FireWire devices without restarting your iMac G5.

FireWire ports

These are some of the things you can do with FireWire: Connect a digital video camera and capture, transfer, and edit high-quality video directly on your iMac G5 using video-editing software such as iMovie (included with your iMac G5), Final Cut Express, or Final Cut Pro. Connect an external FireWire hard disk drive and use it to back up data or transfer files. A FireWire hard disk icon appears on your desktop after you connect the drive to your iMac G5. Start up from an external FireWire hard disk. Connect an external FireWire disk (with a valid operating system installed on it), open the Startup Disk pane of System Preferences, and click the FireWire disk. Restart your iMac G5.

Using FireWire Devices

To use a FireWire device with your iMac G5, simply connect the device to the computer. Apple has already included software to work with many FireWire devices. When you connect a FireWire device, if your iMac G5 cannot find the correct software, you can install the software that came with the device or check the device manufacturers website for the latest software. Note: The FireWire port is designed to provide power for FireWire devices (up to a total of 8 watts). You can connect multiple devices to each other and connect the daisy-chain of devices to the FireWire port on your iMac G5. In most cases, at most two devices should get power from the iMac G5. If you connect more than two devices, the rest of the devices in the daisy-chain should be powered by separate power adapters. Connecting more than two FireWire devices that get power from the iMac G5 may cause problems. If a problem occurs, shut down your iMac G5, disconnect the FireWire devices, and restart your iMac G5.
Using FireWire Target Disk Mode
If you want to transfer files between your iMac G5 and another FireWire-equipped computer, or you have a problem that prevents your iMac G5 from starting up, you can use FireWire Target Disk Mode to connect to another computer. To connect your iMac G5 in FireWire Target Disk Mode, follow these steps: 1 Make sure that your iMac G5 is shut down. 2 Use a FireWire cable with a standard 6-pin connector on each end to connect your iMac G5 to another FireWire-equipped computer. 3 Start up your iMac G5 and immediately hold down the T key. Your iMac G5 display shows the FireWire logo. The other computers display shows the iMac G5 internal hard disk icon and the icon of a CD or DVD disc in the iMac G5 computers optical drive. 4 Drag the iMac G5 hard disk icon and the CD or DVD disc icon to the Trash when you have finished transferring files. 5 Press the power button on your iMac G5 to shut it down. 6 Disconnect the FireWire cable.

You can add memory modules that meet the following specifications: DDR2 DRAM 533 MHz, PC2-4200 compliant (also referred to as DDR2 533) Unbuffered and unregistered You can add a 512 MB, 1 gigabyte (GB), or 2 GB memory module to the open slot in your iMac G5 for a maximum of 2.5 GB of memory. Use System Profiler to determine the amount of memory installed in your iMac G5. You can also use System Profiler to determine if the slot is empty and available for additional memory. To use System Profiler: 1 Choose Apple () > About This Mac from the menu bar. 2 Click More Info to open System Profiler. 3 Click the disclosure triangle next to Hardware. 4 Click Memory. Warning: Apple recommends that you have an Apple-certified technician install memory. Consult the service and support information that came with your iMac G5 for instructions about how to contact Apple for service. If you attempt to install memory and damage your equipment, such damage is not covered by the limited warranty on your iMac G5.
To install a memory module: 1 Turn your iMac G5 off by choosing Apple () > Shut Down.
Warning: Always shut down your iMac G5 before installing memory. Do not attempt to install memory in the computer while it is plugged in.
2 Disconnect all cables and the power cord from your iMac G5. 3 Place a soft, clean towel or cloth on the desk or surface. Hold the sides of your iMac G5 and slowly lay it down so that the screen is flat against the surface and the bottom is facing you. 4 Raise the stand and use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to loosen the two captive screws holding the memory access door in place by turning them counter-clockwise.
Warning: The ambient light sensor is located between the two screws, as shown in the illustration. Dont mistake the ambient light sensor for a screw. Sticking a screw driver or other sharp object in the ambient light sensor could damage your computer.

Raise stand

Phillips screwdriver
5 Remove the memory access door.
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6 Pull the two rings in the memory compartment down simultaneously. If a memory module is installed in the slot, pulling the rings will dislodge it.
7 Insert the memory module into the memory compartment. The module fits in the slot only one way (see the illustration below).

Problems That Prevent You From Using Your iMac G5
If your iMac G5 wont respond or the pointer wont move First, make sure the mouse and keyboard are connected. Unplug and then plug in the connectors and make sure they are secure. If you have a wireless keyboard or mouse, make sure the batteries are fresh. If that doesnt work, try to force problem applications to quit. Hold down the Option and Command (x) keys and then press the Esc key. If a dialog appears, select the application and click Force Quit. Then save your work in any open applications and restart your iMac G5 to be sure the problem is entirely cleared up. If you are unable to force the application to quit, press and hold the power button () on the back of the iMac G5 for a few seconds to shut down the computer. If that doesnt work, unplug the power cord from the iMac G5. Then plug the power cord back in and press the power button () on the iMac G5 to turn it on. If the problem occurs frequently when you use a particular application, check with the applications manufacturer to see if it is compatible with your iMac G5. For support and contact information about the software that came with your iMac G5, go to www.apple.com/guide. If the problem occurs frequently, you may need to reinstall your system software (see Reinstalling the Software That Came With Your iMac G5 on page 55). If the iMac G5 freezes during startup or you see a flashing question mark Wait a few seconds. If the iMac G5 doesnt start up after a delay, shut down your iMac G5 by pressing and holding the power button () for about 5 seconds, until the iMac G5 shuts down. Then hold down the Option key and press the power button () again to start up your iMac G5. When your iMac G5 starts up, click the hard disk icon, then click the right arrow. After the iMac G5 starts up, open System Preferences and click Startup Disk. Select a local Mac OS X System folder. If the problem occurs frequently, you may need to reinstall your system software (see Reinstalling the Software That Came With Your iMac G5 on page 55). If the iMac G5 wont turn on or start up Make sure the power cord is plugged into the iMac G5 and into a functioning power outlet. If that does not work, press the power button () and immediately hold down the Command (x), Option, P, and R keys until you hear the startup sound a second time. If you recently installed additional memory, make sure that it is correctly installed and that it is compatible with your iMac G5. Check whether removing it allows the iMac G5 to start up (see page 47).
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If that does not work, unplug the power cord and wait at least 30 seconds. Plug the power cord back in and press the power button () again to start up your iMac G5. If you are still unable to start up your iMac G5, see the service and support information that came with your iMac G5 for information about contacting Apple for service.

Cleaning Your iMac G5

Follow these general rules when cleaning the outside of your iMac G5 and its components: Shut down your iMac G5 and disconnect all cables. Use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth to clean the iMac G5 computers exterior. Avoid getting moisture in any openings. Do not spray liquid directly on the iMac G5. Dont use aerosol sprays, solvents, or abrasives.
Cleaning Your iMac G5 Display
To clean your iMac G5 screen, do the following: Shut down your iMac G5 and disconnect all cables. Dampen a clean, soft, lint-free cloth or paper with water only and wipe the screen. Do not spray liquid directly on the screen.

Carrying Your iMac G5

Before you lift or reposition your iMac G5, you may need to disconnect all cables and cords connected to it. To lift or move your iMac G5, hold the sides of the computer.
Apple and the Environment
Apple Computer, Inc., recognizes its responsibility to minimize the environmental impacts of its operations and products. For more information, go to www.apple.com/ environment/summary.html.
Connecting to the Internet
You can use your iMac G5 to browse the World Wide Web, send email to friends and family, and conference in real time over the Internet. Use this detailed guide to connect to the Internet.
When you first start up Mac OS X, Setup Assistant helps you enter your Internet configuration information. If you didnt use Setup Assistant to configure your Internet connection, you can use it now. Open System Preferences and click Network. Click the Assist me button to open Network Setup Assistant. If you dont want to use Network Setup Assistant, you can use the information in this appendix to set up your connection manually. There are four kinds of Internet connections: Dial-up connectionAn external modem is plugged into a USB port on your computer and a telephone cable connects the modem to a telephone wall jack. High-speed DSL or cable modem connectionYour computer is plugged into a special modem you get from an ISP using an Ethernet cable. AirPort Extreme wireless connectionYour computer is connected wirelessly to the Internet using an AirPort Extreme or AirPort Express Base Station. Local area network (LAN)Your computer is plugged into a LAN using an Ethernet cable. This type of connection is usually used in the workplace. Before you connect to the Internet: 1 Set up an account with an ISP. You can find an ISP in your phone directory. Look under Internet access, Internet service, or online. Note: If you want to use America Online as your ISP, skip the Internet setup part of Setup Assistant. You need the AOL Installer application. Open the AOL Installer application and follow the onscreen instructions to set up AOL. 2 Gather the connection information you need from your ISP or network administrator. See the next section, Setup Assistant Worksheet on page 69 to find out what information to get for each type of connection.

To test your Internet configuration: 1 Open the Internet Connect application (in the Applications folder). 2 Click the External Modem icon, if necessary. 3 Enter your dial-up telephone number, account name, and password, if necessary. 4 Click Connect. Internet Connect dials your ISP and establishes a connection. To connect automatically when you start an Internet application, such as a web browser or email: 1 Click PPP Options (in the PPP pane of Network preferences). 2 Select the Connect automatically when needed checkbox.
3 Click OK and Apply Now.
DSL, Cable Modem, or LAN Internet Connections
If you connect to the Internet using a DSL or cable modem or Ethernet LAN, ask your ISP or network administrator how you should configure your Internet connection: ManuallyWith a manual configuration, your ISP or network administrator provides a static IP address and other information that you enter in Network preferences. Using Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)With a DHCP configuration, the DHCP server automatically enters the information for you. Using Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE)If you use a DSL modem and need a user name and password to connect to the Internet, you may need to configure your network to use PPPoE. Make sure you have the information from your ISP available as you configure your network (see page 69). To set up Network preferences for the built-in Ethernet port: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the menu bar. 2 Click Network. 3 Choose Network Port Configurations from the Show pop-up menu. 4 Select the On checkbox next to Built-in Ethernet.
5 Drag Built-in Ethernet to the top of the Port Configurations list to make it the preferred, or primary, network interface. Next, follow the instructions to configure your network manually, using DHCP, or using PPPoE, as instructed by your ISP or network administrator.

Manual Configuration

Have your static IP address, router address, and subnet mask from your ISP ready (see page 69). To set up a manual configuration: 1 In Network preferences, choose Built-in Ethernet from the Show pop-up menu. 2 Click TCP/IP, if necessary. 3 Choose Manually from the Configure IPv4 pop-up menu.
4 Type the other information into the corresponding fields. 5 Click Apply Now. Once you configure your network, your connection is ready. Open your web browser (or another TCP/IP application) to test your Internet connection.

DHCP Configuration

After you set up a DHCP configuration, the DHCP server automatically provides your network information. To set up a DHCP configuration: 1 In Network preferences, choose Built-in Ethernet from the Show pop-up menu. 2 Click TCP/IP, if necessary.

To check if you have access to an AirPort network: m Click the AirPort status icon in the menu bar and choose an AirPort network listed there.
If you dont see an AirPort network listed, you can use AirPort Setup Assistant to check or change your settings, or you can change them using the Network pane of System Preferences.
Setting Up an AirPort Connection Manually
Gather the following information from your system administrator if youll be setting up a manual connection. If youll be connecting using DHCP, most of this information is provided to your computer automatically by the network, so ask your system administrator what is required. Domain name server (DNS) addresses, if necessary DHCP or manual IP address configuration IP address Router address Subnet mask Password, if required Next, make sure your AirPort connection options are active in Network preferences. To set up Network preferences for an AirPort connection: 1 Choose Apple () > System Preferences from the menu bar. 2 Click Network. 3 Choose Network Port Configurations from the Show pop-up menu.
4 Select the On checkbox next to AirPort.
Next, follow the instructions to configure your network either manually or using DHCP, as instructed by your ISP or network administrator. If youre setting up your network yourself, it may be easier to configure the network using DHCP, because the server assigns IP addresses automatically. 5 Choose AirPort from the Show pop-up menu. 6 Click TCP/IP, if necessary. 7 In the Configure IPv4 pop-up menu, choose either Manually or Using DHCP.
If you chose Manually, type the other information into the corresponding fields. If you chose Using DHCP, you dont need to enter any further information unless your system administrator has instructed you to do so. 8 Click AirPort and select options for joining an AirPort Extreme network after restarting or when your computer wakes from sleep. 9 Click Apply Now. Once you configure your AirPort settings, you are ready to connect. To test your AirPort connection: m Click the AirPort status icon in the menu bar and choose Turn AirPort On. Any AirPort Extreme network in range should appear in the menu.
Troubleshooting Your Connection
Cable Modem, DSL, and LAN Internet Connections
If you cant connect to the Internet using your AirPort, built-in Ethernet, or external modem, you can use Network Diagnostics to help you resolve connection problems. Click Assist me in the Network pane of System Preferences, then click Diagnostics to open Network Diagnostics and follow the onscreen instructions. If Network Diagnostics cant resolve the problem, there may be a problem with the Internet service provider (ISP) you are trying to connect to, with an external device you are using to connect to your ISP, or with the server you are trying to access. You can also try the following steps Check the cables and power supplies Make sure all modem cables are firmly plugged in, including the modem power cord, the cable from the modem to the computer, and the cable from the modem to the wall jack. Check the cables and power supplies to Ethernet hubs and routers. Turn the modem on and off and reset the modem hardware Turn off your DSL or cable modem for a few minutes, then turn it back on. Some ISPs recommend that you unplug the modems power cord. If your modem has a reset button, you can press it either before or after you turn the power off and on.