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Apple Macintosh LC User Manual

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If your computer is part of a network, there is probably a network

administrator who maintains the network. Typical duties of an administrator

include making the physical connections between devices on the network,

setting up and maintaining any file servers and print servers on the network,

troubleshooting whenever network users encounter problems, and answering

questions about network services.

The following materials provide information about using a network:

- The instructions in Chapter 12, "Printing Documents," apply when you are

printing with a network printer.

- The instructions in the Network Products Installer Guide document the use

of several network products provided on the Network Products Installer disk.

- The documentation that comes with every LocalTalk cable or connector box

provides guidelines and instructions for setting up a LocalTalk network and

for adding devices to an existing network. (LocalTalk is one system of cables

used in the AppleTalk network system.)

- The documentation that comes with the AppleShare File Server software

explains how to set up and maintain a Macintosh computer (with one or more

hard disks) as a file server, and how to use the file server from any

Macintosh workstation.

- The documentation that comes with the AppleShare Print Server software

explains how to set up and maintain a Macintosh computer (with one or more

hard disks) as a print server, and how to print with a print server on the

network.

CHAPTER 17-MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Your Macintosh computer is sturdy and requires little maintenance. But like

any piece of electrical equipment, it should be handled carefully and set up

as instructed.

This chapter provides some general precautions for setting up and working

with the computer, as well as guidelines for maintaining a safe operating

environment for the Macintosh, instructions for cleaning system components,

and a note about Apple service and support.

In addition, you will find troubleshooting suggestions for times when you

encounter problems or unexpected situations.

Setup and general care

Follow the suggestions in this section to ensure that your Macintosh stays in

good operating condition.

All system components

When setting up and using the computer and its components, be sure to follow

these precautions:

- Handle all equipment with care and always place components on a sturdy,

flat surface.