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Software Installation
Installation on a Mac OS X
Pre-installation checklist
ZHardware and software requirements
To run this software, you must have the hardware and software described below. Check your system before you begin the
installation.
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PowerPC or Intel Processor loaded
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Models with a USB port as a standard feature
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Required to use the FinePix Internet Service. The software can still be installed even if you do not have an Internet
connection.
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• Connect the camera directly to the Macintosh using the USB cable. The software may not operate correctly if you use an extension
cable or connect the camera via a USB hub.
• Push the USB connector fully into the socket to ensure that it is securely connected. The software may not operate correctly if the
connection is faulty.
• Additional USB interface board is not guaranteed.
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Compatible Mac
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Power Macintosh G3
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, PowerBook G3
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Power Macintosh G4, iMac, iBook,
Power Macintosh G4 Cube, PowerBook G4, Power Macintosh G5, MacBook,
MacBook Pro, or Mac mini
Operating System Mac OS X (compatible with version 10.3.9 to 10.4.7)
RAM
192 MB minimum
256 MB or better recommended
Hard disk space
Amount required for installation: 200 MB minimum
Amount required for operation: 400 MB minimum
(When using ImageMixer VCD2 LE for FinePix: 2 GB or better)
Display
800 × 600 pixels or better, at least 32,000 colors
(When using ImageMixer VCD2 LE for FinePix: 1024 × 768 pixcels or better)
Internet connection
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• To use the FinePix Internet Service or mail attachment function:
An Internet connection or e-mail transmission software is needed
• Connection speed: 56 k or better recommended