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Macintosh Performa
User’s Guide
Includes setup, troubleshooting, and health-related information
for Macintosh Performa 640 series DOS Compatible computers
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K Apple Computer, Inc. © 1995 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent of Apple. Your rights to the software are governed by the accompanying software license agreement. The Apple logo is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Use of the “keyboard” Apple logo (Option-Shift-K) for commercial purposes without the prior written consent of Apple may
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Contents Communications regulation information vii Preface Your DOS-Compatible Macintosh Performa 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 8 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
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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 Replacing internal storage devices 34 4 Installing and Using Application Programs in the Macintosh Environment
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6 Configuring the PC Environment 63 Choosing settings 64 Configuring the PC serial ports 65 Setting the monitor 66 Setting the time and date 66 Setting shared memory 67 Choosing shared folders or volumes 69 Turning on PC sounds 71 Configuring drives C and D 72 Managing PC files from the Mac OS 73 Changing the size of the drive container 74 Understanding the status line 78 7 Troubleshooting in the Macintosh Environment 79 When you
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Appendix A Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips 121 Health-related information about computer use 121 Safety instructions 126 Handling your computer equipment 127 Cleaning your equipment 131 Locking and unlocking the mouse 133 Appendix B Installing an Expansion Card or Memory for the PC Environment 135 Opening the computer 138 Installing or replacing a communication card 140 Installing or replacing a SIMM for the PC environment 141 Closing the c
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Communications regulation information 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 Ap
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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 Num
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Your DOS-Compatible Macintosh Performa Computer Your Macintosh Performa includes hardware and software that let you use DOS and Windows 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 programs you’re using m view the Macintos
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m share the random-access memory (RAM) in your Macintosh with the PC environment, or use a memory module (SIMM) exclusively for 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 instructions in Chapters 1 and 2 to set up your computer and start using it. Read Chapters 3 and 4 when yo
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Monitor Macintosh Performa DOS-compatible computer Keyboard cable (permanently attached to the keyboard) Keyboard Mouse Monitor cable Computer power cord (sometimes built into the monitor) Monitor power cord (sometimes built into the monitor)
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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 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
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When you are ready to begin, follow these steps: 1Plug 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. 2Plug 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
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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 mo
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2Connect the monitor power cord to the monitor. On some monitors, the cord is already attached. 3Plug in the monitor power cord. Be sure to plug the power cord into a three-hole grounded outlet or power strip. Monitor power socket Monitor power cord 4 Chapter 1
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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: 1Attach the monitor cable to the monitor. On some monitors, the cable is already attached (as shown below). 2Attach 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 cab
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Connecting the mouse and keyboard 1Plug 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
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2Plug the keyboard cable into the port marked with the ◊ icon on the back of the computer. V ADB port Some monitors have a port to which you can connect the keyboard or mouse. See the information that came with your monitor. 3If 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. Getting Started 7
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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 mon
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3Check 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 Your Launcher has Macintosh desktop more items in it than are shown in this illustration. m If you see a blinking question mark, you may need to install system software on your computer’s hard disk. (System software is the set of pro
