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

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

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, its loaded with features that are in perfect step with your lifestyle.
With Microsoft Signature your computers contents and settings may
differ somewhat from those of the manufacturer. Therefore, you should
use this guide to set up your new PC. Youll be off and running in just a
few minutes.
To get started, follow the simple steps beginning on the next page.

Step 1: Assign a name

First things first. Power on your new computer, and youll be prompted
to create a user name and computer name.

Step 2: Create a password

Its 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 cant guess.
You can also enter a hint to help you remember it.

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.

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, youll specify where your computer is located so Windows 7 can
apply the correct settings. Most likely youll 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 videoseven 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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Youre 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 computers software. Thisalong with all the great things weve
addedis how the Microsoft Signature enhances your PC experience.

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Setting up
Windows Live
Get more from your experienceshare 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 friendseven write a blog.
Windows Live lets you get the most out of your new PC experience.
First, youll 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, youll 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 networkfor example, accessing your home computers
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 youve completed the setup process, youll be asked to enter your
Windows Live ID and password. Now youre 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 itwithout 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

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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.

Explore Windows Live Essentials

Live Mail

No matter what email addresses you useWindows Live

Hotmail, Yahoo!, GmailTM or othersyou can manage them
all in one place with Live Mail.

Live Messenger

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.

Chat, play games, share photos and much more.

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Explore Windows Live Essentials

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Live Family Safety

Monitor and regulate your childs 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
onlinewith just a few clicks.

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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