Setting up the software

1 Complete the Windows XP setup

After you’ve turned on your Family Media Center, wait for it to start up, then follow the on-screen instructions.

2 Complete external devices setup

Connect devices, such as a printer or scanner, after you complete the Windows setup. Follow the instructions that came with the device.

3 Start the Windows XP

Media Center setup wizard

After you’ve completed the initial Windows setup, press the Start button on your remote.

Tip:

The Windows XP Media Center setup wizard requires Internet access to complete the Windows XP Media Center software configuration. Before starting the Windows XP Media Center setup wizard in step 3, make sure that your Internet connection is set up. Contact your Internet service provider for more information about setting up your Internet connection.

Before starting the Windows XP Media Center setup wizard, check for Windows Updates to make sure that Windows XP Media Center has the most recent software releases and security updates installed. For more information, see “Windows Update” on page 95.

4 Configure the Windows XP Media Center software for your specific requirements

Follow the on-screen instructions.

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