Apple Imac Mid2011 User Guide

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Built-in microphone
Capture	sounds	on	your	iMac, 	or	talk	with	friends	live	over	the	Internet	using	the	
included	iChat	application.
Built-in FaceTime HD camera and camera indicator light
Use	the	FaceTime	application	to	make	video	calls	to	other	FaceTime	users	(on	any	
iPhone	4, 	iPad	2,	new	iPod	touch, 	or	Mac	with	FaceTime), 	take	pictures	with	Photo	Booth, 	
or	capture	video	with	iMovie. 	The	indicator	light	glows	when	the	FaceTime	HD	camera		
is	operating....

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Ports on Your iMac
®Headphone out/
optical digital
audio out port Audio in/optical
digital audio
in port
,
f
Thunderbolt
ports (1 or 2)
USB 2.0 ports (4)
d
Ethernet port(10/100/1000
Base-T )G
FireWire 800 portH 

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GEthernet port (10/100/1000Base-T )
Connect	to	a	high-speed	10/100/1000Base-T	Ethernet	network, 	connect	a	DSL	or	
cable	modem, 	or	connect	to	another	computer	and	transfer	files. 	The	Ethernet	port	
automatically	detects	other	Ethernet	devices.
One or two Thunderbolt ports (high-speed data, video, and audio)
Connect	 Thunderbolt-compatible	devices	for	high-speed	data	transfer, 	or	connect	
an	external	display	that	uses	Mini	DisplayPort. 	You	can	purchase	adapters	to...

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Other Components of Your iMac
®
Power button
Power port®
Memory access
(underneath) Security slot 

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Power port
Connect	the	power	cord	to	your	iMac.
Security slot
Attach	a	lock	and	cable	to	discourage	theft	(available	separately).
®Power button
Press	to	turn	on	your	iMac	or	put	it	to	sleep. 	Hold	down	to	restart	your	iMac	during	
troubleshooting.
Memory access
Install	additional	memory. 	Your	iMac	comes	with	at	least	4	GB	of	memory	installed	as	
two	2	GB	memory	modules. 	
Z802.11n Wi-Fi (inside)
Connect	to	a	wireless	network	using	built-in	802.11n	 Wi-Fi...

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Features of the Apple Wireless Keyboard and Magic Mouse
Brightness
keys Apple
Wireless
Keyboard
Volume
keys
-
Apple
Magic
Mouse
Media
keys
Launchpad
key
Mission Control
key Media Eject
keyC 

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Apple Magic Mouse
Features	a	laser	tracking	engine, 	Bluetooth	wireless	technology,	and	a	seamless	top-shell	
that	uses	Multi-Touch	technology	to	support	multiple	buttons, 	360˚	scrolling,	screen	
zoom, 	and	swipe	control	of	your	iMac. 	Use	Mouse	preferences	to	adjust	tracking, 	clicking,	
and	scrolling	speed, 	or	to	add	secondary	button	support	(see	page	31).
Apple Wireless Keyboard
Combines	wireless	freedom	with	integrated	function	keys	that	work	with	your...

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Using the Apple Wireless Keyboard
Your	Apple	Wireless	Keyboard, 	which	comes	with	two	AA	batteries	installed, 	is	already	
paired	with	your	iMac. 	Pairing	means	your	keyboard	and	iMac	are	connected	wirelessly	
and	can	communicate	with	each	other.
About the Indicator Light
The	LED	on	your	Apple	 Wireless	Keyboard	functions	as	a	battery	indicator	and	a	status	
light. 	When	you	first	turn	on	your	keyboard, 	the	light	glows	steadily	for	5	seconds, 	
indicating	the...

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Pairing Your Apple Wireless Keyboard with Your iMac
If	your	 Apple	 Wireless	 Keyboard	 isn’t	paired	 with	your	 iMac, 	the	 indicator	 light	begins	 to	
blink, 	indicating	your	keyboard	is	in	discovery	mode	and	ready	to	pair	with	your	iMac. 	
To pair your wireless keyboard:
1  Press	the	power	button	(®)	to	turn	on	your	wireless	keyboard.
2  Choose	Apple	()	>	System	Preferences, 	and	then	click	Keyboard.
3  Click	 “Set	Up	Bluetooth	Keyboard…” 	in	the	lower-right...

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Using the Apple Magic Mouse
Your	Apple	Magic	Mouse, 	which	comes	with	two	AA	batteries	installed, 	is	already	
paired	with	your	iMac. 	Pairing	means	your	Apple	Magic	Mouse	and	iMac	are	connected	
wirelessly	and	can	communicate	with	each	other.
About the Indicator Light
When	you	first	turn	on	your	Apple	Magic	Mouse, 	the	light	glows	steadily	for	5	seconds,	
indicating	the	batteries	are	good. 	If	you	turn	your	mouse	on	and	the	indicator	light	
doesn’t	glow, 	you	may...