- 1. OS9 Retail CD and Update must not be confused
- (Software hints)
- Many Clamshell Owners don't posess the original Software installation and restore CD (orange or grey) any more. If you plan to install OS9 (some say they best OS ever) keep an eye out for the orginal ...
- 2. Changing the optical drive
- (Hardware hints)
- ... and a spatula. Removing the white spacer pad needs your special attention. The picture shows the attachments (without bezel), which must be dismantled. 6 screws - 4 on the side, 2 on the ribbon cable ...
- 3. Luminiscent Apple Mod
- (Hardware hints)
- ... rear lid is now display yet of 4 small Phillips screws on the screen. These must not be removed, unblocking them will release the plastic holders until you pull them out. Now you have to deal with ...
- 4. Firmware update
- (Hardware hints)
- The iBook Firmware Update 4.1.7 will only run on iBook computers running Mac OS 9.1 from a local drive. If you are using Mac OS X you must boot from a local Mac OS 9.1 writeable partition (not a CD, or ...
- 5. External Video an a Clamshell
- (Accessories)
- Do not expect miracles from a clamshell in terms of video capabilities. The 366Mhz and 466Mhz models with FireWire port are better suited because of the 8MB graphics which is necessary for playback and ...
- 6. DVD drives
- (Hardware hints)
- ... ND-7550A Information without guarantee - The drives must be configured as master or cable select. Most of the drives have no physical jumper, this setting has to be done by firmware. You will ...
- 7. Updates for OS9
- (Software hints)
- The OS9 software which came with the iBook has to be updated via an active internet connection (software update). If you want to save some time, you can download also all necessary updates from Apple ...
- 8. Christopher Breen, macworld.com
- (iBook arguments)
- It's unfortunate that the minute you walk out the door with your new iBook, you must start thinking of ways to protect it from theft. Let's face it: the iBook, with its rich blue or orange skin, is attractive ...
- 9. Small Clamshell Movie Theater
- (Accessories)
- ... Box supports the Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic II audio formats used with DVD movies - the connection is via the Firewire port. The basis for real cinema sound! At least OSX 10.4 Tiger must be installed ...
- 10. Peter H. Lewis, New York Times
- (iBook arguments)
- Now I know how my dog must feel. I'm not supposed to be on the sofa, at least not with a computer. Computers have been banned from the living room, mainly for aesthetic reasons. But with no wires and power ...
- 11. Buy Clamshell from overseas
- (Hardware hints)
- ... with PayPal, which most US sellers accept. If the seller only wants to ship to PayPal customers with a verified address, you must ask before the end of the auction whether you can bid, since serveral German ...
- 12. Music station with remote control
- (Accessories)
- ... models must be purchased as an accessory. The Keyspan Express Remote is a programmable, long-range infrared remote control that can be used to control many software programs. The Griffin Airclick USB ...