Guidebook

Microsoft® Signature
Start here for a refreshing PC experience.

Contents

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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