Apple iMac G3 (Original) - Manual (Page 53)

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Reinstalling Your Computer’s Software
If you are having problems with the system software or applications that came with your
computer, you can replace software in the following ways:
m reinstall system software—if you encounter system software problems or you want to add
or remove system software components
m reinstall individual applications—if you inadvertently erased an application on your hard
disk, are having problems with an application, or an application is damaged
m restore your hard disk with its original contents—if you want your computer to have its
original system software, factory settings, and applications that came with the computer
Reinstalling System Software
The Mac OS Install application, located on the software install CD, lets you reinstall the
Mac OS (or specific components of the Mac OS) on your computer. This CD also includes a
Read Me document that describes how to reinstall custom system software settings and
application software that came with your computer.
Before Installing System Software
Before you begin the installation, do the following:
m Customized preferences and settings: If you have preferences or settings in control
panels and individual applications, make a note of them so you can easily reset them if
necessary, after you install system software.
Note: If you are having problems with your computer, you may not be able to open any
files with preferences or customized settings.