MACINTOSH OPERATING SYSTEM
Backup your Mac
For all Mac users on campus, we recommend a program called iBackup to create backups of all
of your documents, files, and settings. This document explains how to use iBackup to setup
incremental backups to an external hard drive or network drive.
Connecting to your H: Drive
and Shared Folders on the Novell Network
Macintosh users must create a connection to their DATAVOL on the Novell network in order
to access their home directory, dropbox, or shared drives. This document explains how
to mount the DATAVOL and create an alias to important folders on your desktop.
Changing your Novell Network Password on a Mac
This document explains how to change your Novell Network password
(also your GroupWise password) on a Mac.
Selecting an Email Client
ITS now offers two email clients to Smith users: the GroupWise desktop client for OS X, and
Apple Mail. The GroupWise desktop client is commonly used by faculty and staff on campus,
but Apple Mail may be more appropriate in other situations. The GroupWise desktop client
and Apple Mail FAQs on this page will help you select an email client.
Using Fetch NEW!
Fetch is a file transfer client for Mac OS X. This page explains how to install and use Fetch to transfer files to a remote host.
Burning Files to Disc on a Mac NEW!
Learn to use the Finder and Disk Utility to burn files to CDs and DVDs. Mac OS X burns discs that can be used on Windows computers as long as the data that you are copying to disc is also compatible.
iCal at Smith
Mac users can easily import GroupWise appointments into iCal.
iPhones at Smith
This document contains some instructions, tips, and tricks for setting up your iPhone to
work with the Smith network.
Printing on Both Sides
of the Paper
HP LaserJet printers that have the letter D in their model name (D, DT, DN, or DTN)
all have built-in automatic duplexing capability. This document contains procedures for checking
your printer driver's abilities in Macintosh OS X or Windows XP systems. You will also find
general instructions for duplexing a document.
