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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.
Tu r nin g t h e computer on for the first time
To tu r n th e computer on for the first time, follow these steps:
1 On the back of the computer, press the side of the power switch marked with the
symbol
i
.
Once you turn on the main power with the power switch, you can leave it on.
From now on, you’ll be starting up and shutting down your computer using
the Power key on the keyboard. You only need to use the power switch on the
back of the computer when you connect equipment to your computer or when
you can’t use the Power key for some reason.
“On” position
Power switch
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Getting Started