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Apple iMac G3 User Manual

Apple iMac G3
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Emergency Handbook
Includes troubleshooting, hard disk repair,
and software installation information for your iMac
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Apple iMac G3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ProcessorPowerPC G3
Processor Speed233 MHz - 700 MHz
GraphicsATI Rage IIc, ATI Rage Pro, ATI Rage 128, or NVIDIA GeForce 2 MX
Operating SystemMac OS 8.1 - Mac OS X 10.4
Optical DriveCD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or CD-RW
Storage4 GB HDD
Display15-inch CRT
Resolution1024 x 768 pixels
PortsEthernet, Modem
Release Year1998
ColorsBondi Blue, Blueberry, Grape, Tangerine, Strawberry, Lime, Indigo, Ruby, Sage, Snow, Graphite
RAM32 MB - 128 MB (expandable to 1 GB)

Summary

Problems Starting Up

Problems

Identifies common issues encountered when starting the computer.

Computer Won't Start Up, Restart, or Shut Down

Solutions for the computer failing to start, restart, or shut down properly.

Computer Freezes

Steps to resolve the computer freezing during startup or operation.

Hard Disk Icon Doesn't Appear on Desktop

Troubleshooting steps when the hard disk icon is missing from the desktop.

Solutions

Provides various solutions and troubleshooting steps for startup issues.

Restart the Computer

Instructions on how to properly restart the computer to resolve issues.

Resolve System Extension Conflicts

Steps to identify and resolve conflicts between system extensions.

Reset the PRAM

Procedure for resetting the Parameter RAM to default settings.

Reinstall System Software

Guidance on reinstalling the Mac OS system software.

Problems Using Your Computer

Problems With Applications, Documents, and Memory

Addresses issues related to applications, documents, and available memory.

Message Appears Saying There's Not Enough Memory

Solutions for "not enough memory" errors when running applications.

Computer Freezes

Troubleshooting steps when the computer becomes unresponsive.

Software Quits Unexpectedly

Guidance for when applications close unexpectedly.

Problems With Hard Disks, CDs, and Other Storage Media

Covers issues with hard disks, CD-ROMs, and other storage devices.

CD Disc Is Jammed

Instructions for safely removing a jammed CD-ROM disc.

Problems With USB Devices

Troubleshooting for Universal Serial Bus devices.

Problems Printing

Solutions for printer issues and error messages.

Performance and Other Problems

Addresses general computer performance issues and slowdowns.

Problems With Sound and Video

Troubleshooting audio and video playback issues.

Can't Hear Any Sound

Steps to resolve no sound output from the computer speakers.

Starting Up From a CD

Starting Up From the Software Install CD

Procedure for booting the computer from the system software CD.

Testing and Repairing Your Hard Disk Directory

Repairing Corrupted Data on Your Disk

How to use Disk First Aid to repair disk directory corruption.

Initializing a Hard Disk

Steps for formatting and preparing a hard disk for use.

Testing Your Hard Disk for Physical Damage

Procedure to check the hard disk for physical damage.

Reinstalling Your Computer's Software

Reinstalling System Software

Guide to reinstalling the Mac OS system software.

Performing a Clean Installation

Instructions for performing a clean installation of system software.

Problems During Installation

Solutions for issues encountered during software installation.

Restoring All Original Software

How to restore the computer to its original factory state.

Contacting Apple for Help

Obtaining Information via the World Wide Web

Resources for finding support information on Apple's website.

Have This Information Available Before Calling

Essential information to have ready when contacting Apple support.

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