Apple G3 manuale d’uso

 Settin g U p Y o u r Macin t os h Ser ver G3 Includes setup and expansion infor mation for the Macintosh Ser ver G3 with Mac OS X Ser ver[...]

K Apple Computer , Inc. © 1999 Apple Computer , Inc. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent of Apple. The Apple logo is a trademark of Apple Computer , Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Use of the “keyboard” Apple logo (Option-Shift-K) for c[...]

3 Contents Communications Regulation Information 6 Laser Information 7 Preface Introducing the Macintosh Server G3 9 Hardware and Software F eatures 10 Hardware F eatures 10 Software F eatures 10 Hardware and Software Limitations in Mac OS X Ser ver 11 1 Setting Up 13 P ositioning the Computer 13 Y our Server at a Glance 14 Y our Server ’s Ports [...]

4 Contents About PCI Expansion Cards 35 Expansion Card P ower Requirements 36 About the Server ’s Batter y 36 Installing a PCI Expansion Card, Memor y , Replacement Batter y, or Internal Storage Device 37 Opening the Server 37 Installing DRAM 40 Installing a Hard Disk or Other Internal Storage Device 42 Installing a PCI Expansion Card 52 Replacin[...]

Contents 5 P ower Supply 75 Cleaning Y our Equipment 75 Cleaning the Computer Case 75 Cleaning the Monitor 76 Cleaning the Mouse 76 Locking and Unlocking the Mouse 77[...]

6 Communications Regulation Information Communications Regulation Information FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful inter ference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that m[...]

L aser Information 7 VCCI Class B Statement Laser Information Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet containing the laser . The laser beam used in this product is har mful to the eyes. The use of optical instruments, such as magnif ying lenses, with this product increases the potential hazard to your eyes. F or your safety, have this equipment s[...]

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9 PREFACE Introducing the Macintosh Server G3 The Macintosh Server G3 is Apple’s first Mac OS X Ser ver–based computer , offering a variety of services: m W eb application deployment platform m W orld Wide W eb and F TP server m QuickTime Streaming server m Startup server for Macintosh client computers that can start up from a ser ver m File a[...]

10 Preface Hardware and Software Features Hardware Features Y our server ’s hardware includes: m a high-speed P owerPC microprocessor m PCI slots to support internal expansion m high-capacity internal disk drives and fast CD -ROM drive m powerful graphics and Ether net support The technical specifications for all of these features are listed in [...]

Introducing the Macintosh Server G3 11 Hardware and Software Limitations in Mac OS X Server Mac OS X Server does not support certain hardware and sof tware features: m Fire Wire m USB devices other than the USB keyboard and mouse m DVD -ROM discs (Mac OS X Ser ver can read CD -ROM discs in DVD-ROM drives, however .) m PPP (P oint-to-Point Protocol)[...]

Monitor power cord (sometimes built into the monitor) Computer power cord Monitor cable (sometimes built into the monitor) Apple USB keyboard Apple USB mouse Apple keyboard extension cable Monitor Computer Mac-to-VGA adapter[...]

13 CHAPTER 1 1 Setting Up The illustration on the preceding page shows all the equipment you need to set up your computer and begin using it. ( The monitor you purchased may look different.) If you want to install additional disk drives, memor y , or PCI cards inside the computer before you set up, turn to Chapter 2, “ W orking Inside the Ser ver[...]

14 Chapter 1 Your Server at a Glance Monitor Apple USB keyboard Apple USB mouse CD- ROM dr ive   Reset button  P Programmer’ s button ¥ Power button / Power-on light CD- ROM dr ive  Open button Speaker Power button ® C[...]

Setting Up 15 CD-ROM drive W orks with CD -ROM discs C CD-ROM drive Open button Opens the drive tray ® Power button Tu r ns your computer on and off Power-on light A green light indicates that the computer is on. An amber light indicates the computer is in sleep. P Reset button This button forces the computer to restart. Use the reset button only [...]

16 Chapter 1 Your Server’s Ports and Connectors Lockable cover latch FireWire ports (2) (FireWire is not supported by Mac OS X Server software) Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) port Monitor power socket Security lock port Sound input port USB ports (2) (Only the Apple USB keyboard and mouse are supported by Mac OS X Server software) Ethernet port[...]

Setting Up 17 FireWire ports This feature is not supported by Mac OS X Server . V Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) port Connects your Macintosh to an input device, such as a keyboard or a trackball G 10/100 twisted-pair Ethernet port Connects your Macintosh to a high-speed Ethernet network USB ports Connects your Macintosh to an Apple USB keyboard, or mouse[...]

18 Chapter 1 Plugging In the Server Before you plug your Macintosh into a wall socket, carefully read all the setup instructions in this chapter . Then, before you connect any other equipment, follow the instr uctions in this section to plug it in. When you are ready to begin, follow these steps: 1 Make sure the voltage switch on the back of the co[...]

Setting Up 19 . Voltage switch settings for different locations Country Switch Setting Bermuda, Canada, Jamaica, Japan, Mexico, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Saudi Arabia, T aiwan, United States, V enezuela 115 Bahrain, Brazil, F rance, Indonesia, Italy, Lebanon, P er u, South Korea, Spain 1 115 or 230 A ustralia, A ustria, Bosnia and Her zegovina, Bel[...]

20 Chapter 1 2 Plug one end of the computer ’s power cord into the recessed power socket mark ed with the symbol ( ≤ ) on the back of the computer . 3 Plug the other end of the power cord into a three-hole grounded outlet or power strip. The plug grounds the computer and protects it from electrical damage while you set up. Warning To prevent el[...]

Setting Up 21 Connecting a Monitor Y ou connect a monitor to the computer ’s monitor port. Before you connect the monitor , check the instructions that came with the monitor for additional infor mation. Y ou can get additional information on ergonomics, health and safety considerations, and maintenance in Chapter 4 of this manual. To connect the [...]

22 Chapter 1 m If you have a monitor with a high-density D -Sub 15 ( VGA standard) connector , connect the monitor cable directly to the computer ’s monitor port. m Some Apple monitors have a DB -15 connector . If your monitor has a DB -15 connector , attach the Mac-to-VGA adapter that came with your computer to the computer ’s monitor port and[...]

Setting Up 23 Connecting the Mouse and the Keyboard to the Server Y ou can connect a USB or ADB k eyboard and mouse to your computer . The following section contains instructions for connecting the Apple USB keyboard and mouse. If you want to use an ADB keyboard and mouse, skip to the next section. Connecting the Apple USB Keyboard and Mouse to the[...]

24 Chapter 1 Plug in the mouse on the side where it’s comfortable for you. 3 If you wish, raise the keyboard by lifting it and flipping the foot toward the back. The Apple USB keyboard can be tilted slightly up or can lie flat. Make sure the foot locks into place. F or infor mation about cleaning and maintenance of the keyboard and mouse, see C[...]

Setting Up 25 Align the icons on the port and the plug before you insert the plug. 2 Plug the keyboard cable into the ADB ( V ) port on the back of the ser ver . 3 Plug the ADB mouse cable into an ADB port on the keyboard. If your keyboard has two ADB ports, plug in the mouse on the side where it’s most comfortable for you. 4 Adjust the keyboard [...]

26 Chapter 1 If you’re connecting to an existing network, you may be able to get information about the network and the software you need to use it from the specialist—refer red to as the “network administrator ”—who oversees its operation. Identify your organization ’s network administrator before you begin. Note: When connecting to a 1[...]

Setting Up 27 To connect your Macintosh to a centralized 10/100 twisted-pair network, follow these steps: 1 Plug one end of an RJ-45 twisted-pair cable into the Ethernet port on your Macintosh. 2 Plug the other end of the cord into an RJ-45 wall outlet or external hub that is connected to a twisted-pair Ethernet network. Note: The cable length from[...]

28 Chapter 1 Four-Port Ethernet Card LED Status Indicators There are three sets of LED indicators on your ethernet card. Speed indicator light Port 1 Port 2 Port 3 Port 4 Link/Activity indicator light Duplex mode indicator lights LED Indicator LED location on the card LED Light Status Activity Speed indicator Lower-left corner of each port Green (O[...]

Setting Up 29 Securing the Server To deter thef t of your computer and its components, you can attach a locking cable to your computer . The back panel has a built-in port for a locking cable, and the computer cover has a lockable latch that prevents the computer from being opened. F ollow the instr uctions supplied with the locking cable to secure[...]

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31 CHAPTER 2 2 Working Inside the Server This chapter provides information about peripheral component interconnect (PCI) expansion cards, memor y , inter nal storage devices, and the computer ’s batter y. The chapter also explains how to install these items. Installation involves three procedures (detailed steps for each are provided later in thi[...]

32 Chapter 2 About Memory Y our server can accommodate additional dynamic random-access memor y (DRAM) in packages called Dual Inline Memor y Modules (DIMMs). The following illustration shows the memor y slots on the logic board. See the sections that follow for important information about DRAM. Video memor y ( VRAM) for standard Macintosh models i[...]

Working Inside the Server 33 DRAM Configurations Y our computer ’s DRAM can be expanded to a maximum of 1024 MB by adding DIMMs to the four DRAM DIMM slots on the main logic board. DIMMs must fit these specifications: m “PC -100” Synchronous DRAM (SDRAM) m 3.3 volts ( V ) m 64-bit wide, 168-pin module m Maximum number of memor y devices on [...]

34 Chapter 2 These are the dimensions of the drives that can be installed: m W idth: 102 mm (3.9 inches) m Height: 25.4 mm (1.0 inch) m Depth: 147 mm (5.7 inches) The computer provides support for the following types of internal hard disk drives: m Wide Ultra SC SI devices (with the PCI card included in some configurations) m Wide Ultra2 SC SI dev[...]

Working Inside the Server 35 F or more infor mation about devices supported, see your Apple-authorized dealer and the support section of Apple’s W orld Wide W eb site: http:// www .apple.com/support/ Additional Wide Ultra2 SCSI Drives Y our computer comes with two internal Wide Ultra2 S C SI drives. A PCI card and cable inside the computer make i[...]

36 Chapter 2 Y our Macintosh has four expansion slots, each of which has a PCI card up to 12 inches long. Install only expansion cards that come with Macintosh driver software and that comply with the PCI 2.1 standard. NuBus ™ cards cannot be used in these expansion slots. The one unoccupied PCI slot can accommodate a mixed voltage (5.0 V or 3.3 [...]

Working Inside the Server 37 Installing a PCI Expansion Card, Memory, Replacement Battery, or Internal Storage Device These instructions show how to install a PCI expansion card, memor y, and an internal storage device, and how to change the computer ’s batter y . Opening the Server 1 Shut down your computer . Then wait 5 minutes to allow the com[...]

38 Chapter 2 5 T ouch the metal PCI access covers on the back of the computer . This helps protect the computer from damage caused by electrostatic discharge. 6 Unplug the power cord. 7 Lift the latch on the side of the computer . Touch the metal portion of the PCI port access cover. Lift the latch to unlock the side panel.[...]

Working Inside the Server 39 8 Gently lower the panel onto a clean, flat surface. Lower the side of the computer onto a sof t clean cloth to avoid scratching the case. 9 See the section that provides the instructions for the item you want to install or replace. Gently lower the side panel until it lies flat. To install Go to the section DRAM “In[...]

40 Chapter 2 Installing DRAM 1 Make sure the ejectors on the DRAM DIMM slots you want to use are open. (Push down the ejectors to open them.) Note: Y our computer requires at least one DIMM to operate. If you plan to use only one DRAM DIMM, install it in the slot closest to the middle of the main logic board. Important Before installing memor y, re[...]

Working Inside the Server 41 2 Align a DRAM DIMM in the DRAM slot as pictured and push the DIMM down until the ejectors snap into place. To remove a DIMM, gently push down on each of the slot’s ejectors until they open and release the DIMM. Important Do not touch the DIMM’s connectors. Handle the DIMM only by the edges. DRAM DIMM (Your DIMM’s[...]

42 Chapter 2 3 If you are finished installing items in your computer , skip ahead to “Closing the Ser ver ” on page 56. If you want to install other items, go to the relevant section. Installing a Hard Disk or Other Internal Storage Device Y our Macintosh can accommodate a variety of internal storage devices. Note: When mixing drive types, you[...]

Working Inside the Server 43 Installing an Internal Storage Device 1 Disconnect the power cord bundle from the main logic board and the ribbon cable from the PCI card. Unlock the power cord bundle plug by pressing the small catch located on the side of the plug. Unplug the ribbon cable from the SCSI card. Unplug the power cord bundle from the main [...]

44 Chapter 2 2 Unplug the power cord bundles from any hard disk drives attached to the drive carrier . In standard configurations, there are two Wide Ultra2 SC SI drives, one in position 1 and one in position 2. Unplug the power cord bundles from the hard disk drives. There are no catches on these plugs. The plugs are held tightly in place, so pul[...]

Working Inside the Server 45 3 Remove the screw from the rear of the drive carrier and remove the retainer . Save the retainer; you’ll need it later . Unscrew the drive carrier retainer and remove it.[...]

46 Chapter 2 4 Carefully slide the drive carrier assembly backward until it is released from the floor of the computer , then lif t it out. 5 Configure your new hard disk drive. Assign the Wide Ultra2 SC SI device a unique S C SI ID number . Check the instructions that came with the device for infor mation on selecting its setting. Some manufactu[...]

Working Inside the Server 47 6 Screw the drive onto the carrier assembly with the drive’s connectors facing away from the sheet metal side of the carrier . m If you are adding an additional W ide Ultra2 SCSI drive, attach it to the open position on the carrier , then connect the data ribbon cable to it. The SC SI cable included with factor y-inst[...]

48 Chapter 2 7 Set the drive carrier back inside the computer and slide it toward the front of the computer until it locks in its original position. Make sure the carrier engages the guides and is securely seated in the computer . Warning When replacing the drive car rier inside the computer , don ’t crimp or abrade the data cables that connect t[...]

Working Inside the Server 49 8 Replace the drive carrier retainer and screw it down. Replace the drive carrier retainer and screw it back into place.[...]

50 Chapter 2 9 Plug the power cord bundles into the hard disk drives. Plug the power cord bundles into the hard disk drives. Be sure to press them firmly into position.[...]

Working Inside the Server 51 10 Reconnect the main power cable bundle and reattach the ribbon cable to the connector on the PCI card. 11 If you are finished installing items in your computer , skip ahead to “Closing the Ser ver ” on page 56. If you want to install other items, see the relevant section. Note: If you are finished installing ite[...]

52 Chapter 2 Installing a PCI Expansion Card 1 Remove the screw that holds the port access cover in place, pull out the access cover , and set it aside. If you want to replace or remove a card that’s installed in the computer , remove the screw that holds the card in place and pull the card from the slot. Important Before installing a PCI expansi[...]

Working Inside the Server 53 2 Remove the PCI card from its static-proof bag and hold it by its corners, taking care not to touch the gold connector or any of the components on the card. 3 Align the card’s connector with the expansion slot and press down until the connector is inserted all the way into the slot. If you’re installing a 12-inch c[...]

54 Chapter 2 Press the card gently but firmly until the connector is fully inserted. m Don ’t rock the card side to side; instead, press the card straight into the slot. (Rocking the card can damage the PCI slot.) m Don ’t force the card. If you meet a lot of resistance, pull the card out. Check the connector and the slot for damage or obstruc[...]

Working Inside the Server 55 Replacing the Battery 1 Remove the batter y from its holder , noting the orientation of the batter y ’s positive and negative ends. 2 Insert the new lithium batter y in the holder , making sure the batter y ’s positive and negative symbols align with those on the holder . 3 If you are finished installing items in y[...]

56 Chapter 2 Closing the Server 1 Raise the computer ’s side panel and press it against the case until it snaps securely into place. Warning Never tur n on your server unless all of its inter nal and external parts are in place and it is closed. Operating the server when it is open or missing parts can damage your server or cause injur y. Gently [...]

Working Inside the Server 57 2 Squeeze the side panel until it snaps securely into place. 3 After you have closed the computer , see Chapter 3, “Starting Up Y our Ser ver ,” on page 59, for details about starting up your computer for the first time. Place your thumbs on these two screws and squeeze the side panel firmly closed.[...]

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59 CHAPTER 3 3 Starting Up Your Server Before you can start using the equipment you installed, you may need to install software that the equipment requires or configure the equipment. F or example, hard disks may need to be initialized with a disk-formatting utility. See the documentation that came with the equipment for additional installation or[...]

60 Chapter 3 Note: The USB keyboard power button works only if the k eyboard is connected to one of the computer ’s built-in USB ports. Y ou may hear a sound from the computer as it starts up. Y ou won ’t hear a sound if you have the sound tur ned off, if you have headphones plugged into the computer ’s sound output port, if you have external[...]

Starting Up Your Server 61 5 The next time you start up your computer , you may need to enter your login name and password into the login window , depending on the options you selected in the Setup Assistant. Turning the Server Off 1 In the W orkspace Manager , open the File menu and choose Log Out. A message appears. 2 Click P ower Off. To tur n t[...]

62 Chapter 3 m Is the monitor power cord plugged in? m Is the monitor cable attached firmly to the monitor port ( ™ ) on your computer and to the monitor? m Is the monitor turned on? (Check the power-on light on the front of the monitor .) m Is the brightness control on the monitor adjusted correctly? On most monitors, the brightness control is [...]

Starting Up Your Server 63 Using the Server Without a Monitor 1 F ollow all the steps described earlier to set up your computer , including connecting a monitor , mouse, and keyboard. 2 Configure your server sof tware. Be sure network services are operating properly. 3 Tu rn off the server , then disconnect the monitor . 4 Make sure that the Mac-t[...]

64 Chapter 3 Before Restoring Your Software Before you begin the restore process, do the following: m Customized settings and preferences: If possible, make a note of any preferences or settings in control panels and applications so you can easily reset them after you restore your software. m Software that r uns in the background: If you are using [...]

Starting Up Your Server 65 Erasing Your Hard Disk This procedure completely erases the contents of your hard disk before restoring the original contents (original system software, factor y settings, and applications that came with your computer). 1 Start up your computer from the software restore CD. Hold down the C key on your k eyboard while you [...]

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67 CHAPTER 4 4 Health, Safety, and Maintenance F or your own safety and that of your equipment, follow all the instr uctions in this chapter . Keep these instructions available for reference by you and others. Health-Related Information About Computer Use Muscle soreness, eye fatigue, and other discomforts and injuries sometimes associated with usi[...]

68 Chapter 4 Musculoskeletal Discomfort As with any activity that involves sitting for long periods of time, using a computer can make your muscles sore and stiff. T o minimize these effects, set up your work environment carefully , using the guidelines that follow , and take frequent breaks to rest tired muscles. T o make working with your compute[...]

Health, Safety, and Maintenance 69 To prevent discomfort and eye fatigue: m Arrange your work space so that the fur niture is properly adjusted for you and doesn ’t contribute to an awkward working posture. m Ta ke frequent short breaks to give your muscles and eyes a chance to rest. Arranging Your Work Area Here are some guidelines for adjusting[...]

70 Chapter 4 m P osition the monitor to minimize glare and reflections on the screen from overhead lights and windows. Y ou may want to use a tiltable monitor stand. The stand lets you set the monitor at the best angle for viewing, helping to reduce or eliminate glare from lighting sources you can ’t move. Avoiding Fatigue m Change your seated p[...]

Health, Safety, and Maintenance 71 What About Electromagnetic Emissions? There has been recent public discussion of the possible health effects of prolonged exposure to extremely low frequency (ELF) and ver y low frequency ( VLF) electromagnetic fields. Such fields are associated with electromagnetic sources such as television sets, electrical wi[...]

72 Chapter 4 Handling Your Computer Equipment F ollow these guidelines for handling your computer and its components: m When setting up your computer , place components on a sturdy, flat surface, and carefully follow all setup instructions. m When connecting or disconnecting a cable, always hold the cable by its connector (the plug, not the cord).[...]

Health, Safety, and Maintenance 73 Handling the Monitor F ollow these procedures for handling a monitor: m Tu rn down the screen brightness control if you leave the computer turned on for extended periods. If the brightness is not turned down, the image on the screen could “burn in” and damage the screen. Y ou can also use a “screen saver ”[...]

74 Chapter 4 m To avoid damage to your discs, keep these points in mind: Other important safety instructions to keep in mind as you use your CD -ROM drive: m P osition your computer so that when the tray opens, it doesn ’t bump into anything. m Do not leave the disc tray open. If dust gets on the lens of the CD -ROM drive, the drive may have prob[...]

Health, Safety, and Maintenance 75 1 Carefully pull down the door covering the front of the drive tray . 2 Locate the small hole next to the Open button below the drive tray. 3 Carefully insert the end of a large straightened paper clip into the hole. 4 Push firmly until the tray opens. 5 Pull out the tray , remove the disc, and push the tray in t[...]

76 Chapter 4 Cleaning the Monitor To clean the monitor case and the screen, wipe the sur faces lightly with a clean, soft cloth dampened with water . Do not use aerosol sprays, solvents, alcohol, or abrasives that might damage the finish on the case. Cleaning the Mouse The mouse contains a small ball that must roll smoothly for the mouse to work p[...]

Health, Safety, and Maintenance 77 7 Gently blow into the mouse case to remove any dust that has collected there. 8 Put the ball and the ring back in place. Y our mouse should roll smoothly across your mouse pad or desk. If it doesn ’t, repeat these instructions carefully. Locking and Unlocking the Mouse Y our mouse can be lock ed so that the bal[...]

78 Chapter 4 To unlock the mouse, follow these steps: m Insert a straightened paper clip into the hole on the plastic ring and press down on the paper clip while you turn the ring counterclockwise. Tu rn the ring a ver y short distance. When the recessed area on the ring is lined up with the recessed area surrounding the ring, the mouse is unlocked[...]