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Section 1: Setting up your new PC........................4-15 Section 2: Setting up your Windows Live ID.........16-23 Section 3: A quick overview of your new PC........24-28 Section 4: Information and support....................29-31

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Setting up your new PC
Use this guide to get up and running in nine simple steps.

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Microsoft Engineers have spent time carefully tuning your Microsoft Signature PC to help achieve maximum performance, as well as, including software that makes it really fly. For you, that translates to a uniquely enjoyable experience. Your new computer is modified for even more reliability and streamlined to be as fast as it can be. And with Windows LiveTM Essentials, Internet Explorer® 9, Zune® music software, Microsoft® Security Essentials, and more, it’s loaded with features that are in perfect step with your lifestyle. With Microsoft Signature your computer’s contents and settings may differ somewhat from those of the manufacturer. Therefore, you should use this guide to set up your new PC. You’ll be off and running in just a few minutes. To get started, follow the simple steps beginning on the next page.

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Step 1: Assign a name
First things first. Power on your new computer, and you’ll be prompted to create a user name and computer name.

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Step 2: Create a password
It’s a good idea to create a password for your account. You can enter one here. Choose a password that you can remember easily, but others can’t guess. You can also enter a hint to help you remember it.

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Step 3: Review usage agreement
This step allows you to review and accept the agreements required for use of your new PC. Look over the agreements and check the boxes to accept the terms.

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Step 4: Choose an update setting
Windows® 7 installs regular updates automatically to protect your PC and improve its performance. To get the most out of your experience, if presented with this dialog, we suggest choosing “Use recommended settings” in this step.

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Step 5: Set your clock
Now, select the time zone you live in.

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Step 6: Choose a wireless network
If a wireless network is present, Windows 7 will automatically help you connect to it in this step. Just choose the right network and add the password if needed.

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Step 7: Select your location
In this step, you’ll specify where your computer is located so Windows 7 can apply the correct settings. Most likely you’ll want to choose “Home network.”

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Step 8: Create a home group
Creating a home group links computers on a network so you can share photos, music, and videos—even printers. Before moving on, be sure to write down your passkey on page 30. To learn more, click on the link, “Tell me more about home groups.”

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Step 9: Allow setup to complete
It takes Windows 7 just a moment to apply your settings, then your PC setup is complete.

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You’re good to go
Your new computer is set up, enhanced, and running Windows 7. Now you can start enjoying it. Part of the Microsoft Signature process involves altering or removing some of your computer’s software. This—along with all the great things we’ve added—is how the Microsoft Signature enhances your PC experience.

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Setting up Windows Live
Get more from your experience—share photos and videos, chat with friends, check email.

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Step 1: Create a Windows Live ID
Share photos and videos, chat with friends—even write a blog. Windows Live® lets you get the most out of your new PC experience. First, you’ll need to create your own Windows Live ID. To get one, sign up at http://home.live.com. If you already have one, skip to page 19.

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Step 2: Activate your account
In this step, you’ll fill in your information to complete the activation of your Windows Live ID account.

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Step 3: Link your account
Linking your Windows Live ID makes it even easier to share files and connect to other computers on a network. You can also safely access files remotely when you are not on your home network. To begin, click on the “Start” button below to bring up the “Start” menu. Within the “Start” menu, go to the search function at the bottom and type in “Link online IDs.” Then click the search result that says “Link online IDs.”

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Step 4: Select an account to link
You will then be taken to a window that contains a link that says “Link online ID.” Click on it to continue. If you would like to learn more, click on “How do I benefit from linking my online IDs?”

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Step 5: Activate link with credentials
This is the final step in completing your Windows Live ID link. Type in both your Windows Live ID and your password. Click “Sign in.” Now you can use your online ID to access your files remotely from other computers on a network—for example, accessing your home computer’s files from your work PC.

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Access your Windows Live Mail
Windows Live Mail brings together all your email accounts in one place along with multiple calendars. To access and activate your Windows Live Mail account, click on the envelope icon in the desktop taskbar, then follow the prompts.

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Start using your new account
Once you’ve completed the setup process, you’ll be asked to enter your Windows Live ID and password. Now you’re ready to start using your new Windows Live Mail account. To learn more, visit windowslive.com.

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A quick overview of your new PC
Your PC is loaded with features to make your life easier.

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Trust Microsoft Security Essentials
Your new computer came with Microsoft Signature, and that means it comes standard with some truly remarkable features. One of the and protection is Microsoft Security Essentials. Microsoft Security Essentials is a powerful ally. the way you like it—without long wait times and interruptions. Microsoft Security Essentials is a comprehensive package for your security needs. Installing additional

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Explore your new software Windows® Media Center Manage and enjoy your entire digital entertainment library with one easy-to-use application. Internet Explorer® 9 The new Internet Explorer 9 gets you to the web faster with quicker load times and allows you to interact with web pages faster than ever before. HomeGroup Share printers, files and libraries with ease between computers on your home network. Zune® Organize and play your favorite tracks or discover new ones with Zune Marketplace.

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Explore Windows Live Essentials Live Mail No matter what email addresses you use—Windows Live Hotmail®, Yahoo!®, GmailTM or others—you can manage them all in one place with Live Mail. Live Messenger Chat, play games, share photos and much more. Live Photo Gallery Upload pics and videos to your PC, then edit and share them with the world. Live Movie Maker Create movies and slide shows from your photos and videos and send them to friends and family.

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Explore Windows Live Essentials Live Family Safety Monitor and regulate your child’s computer usage with smart, customizable features. Live Writer Share photos and videos on almost any blog service— Windows LiveTM, WordPress, BloggerTM, LiveJournalTM, TypePad®, and many more. Live SkyDriveTM Store, access and share up to 25 GB of files from anywhere online—with just a few clicks.

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Information and support
With Microsoft® Signature, getting started is easier than ever. If you have questions during setup, visit http://signature.microsoft.com/support or call us at (877) 696-7786. You have 90 days of free tech support from date of purchase.

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Notes
Write down your user names, passwords and other notes. Then store this booklet in a safe place. User name Computer name Password Windows LiveTM ID user name Windows Live ID password Home group passkey Notes

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