iBook G4 (Mid 2005) User's Guide (Manual) - zZounds.com

2 Getting
to Know Your iBook G4
This chapter introduces important basics about your
iBook G4.
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Because your iBook is so thin and light, you can take it with you to the office, library,
class, or wherever you work or play.
Whenever you stop using your iBook, wait a few moments to let the hard disk and any
optical disc (such as a CD or DVD) in your drive stop spinning before you transport the
computer. Avoid jostling or bumping your iBook while discs are spinning.
Note: Your iBook uses Sudden Motion Sensor technology to help protect the hard disk
if the computer is dropped or experiences extreme vibration. See “Understanding
Sudden Motion Sensor” on page 47 for more information.
When you use your iBook or charge its battery, it is normal for the bottom of the case
to get warm. For prolonged use, place your iBook on a flat, stable surface. The bottom
of the case is raised slightly to allow airflow that keeps the unit within normal
operating temperatures.
As you get to know your new computer, you might hear small noises during startup
and when using your hard disk and optical drive. For example, your hard disk and
optical drive might whir and click as they access information or load and eject discs.
After the iBook runs for some time, a small fan might turn on to cool it, producing a
faint sound. Small noises are part of the computer’s normal functioning.
For more safety instructions about handling and using your iBook in different locations,
be sure to see Appendix B, “Care, Use, and Safety Information,” on page 69.
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