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Problems starting up?
If you don’t see anything on the screen, check these items to see
if you can identify the problem:
n Is the computer firmly plugged into a power source? If it is
plugged into a power strip, is the power strip turned on?
n Is the computer itself turned on? Check to see if the power-on
light on the front of your computer is green. If it’s not, you
need to turn the computer on, using the main power switch
at the back of the computer.
n Is the keyboard cable connected correctly? (Don’t disconnect
the keyboard cable while your computer is on. You could
damage your equipment.)
n If you have an external hard disk attached to your computer,
is that hard disk turned on? Was it turned on before you
turned on the computer? If you’re not sure, turn everything
off as described in “Turning the Computer On and Off.” Then
turn on the external hard disk before you turn on your
computer.
n If you see a blinking question mark, you’ll need to install
system software. Go to Chapter 8 of the Macintosh User’s
Guide for instructions on installing system software from
floppy disks. Make sure that the label of the Install Me First
disk says it is for your Macintosh model.
Safety instructions
For your own safety and that of your equipment, always take the
following precautions.
Tu rn off the computer completely and disconnect the power plug
(by pulling the plug, not the cord) if any of the following
conditions exists:
n the power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise
damaged
n you spill something into the case
n your Macintosh is exposed to rain or any other excess
moisture
n your Macintosh has been dropped or the case has been
otherwise damaged
n you suspect that your Macintosh needs service or repair
n you want to clean the case (use only the recommended
procedure described below)
For additional safety:
n Replace the back panel of the computer, if you ever need to
remove it, before you use your computer.
n Never turn on your computer with any of the internal parts
removed.
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