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Basic JAWS Setup
ElBraille users have access to all JAWS features, just like on a standard
Windows PC. This section covers some basic information to help you get
started. For more information about working with JAWS, refer to the JAWS
help system.
Activating JAWS
When you first turn your ElBraille on, Windows will boot up, JAWS will run
and you will be asked to activate the program. Using an Internet connection
is the easiest and quickest way to activate your product. See the
Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network section of this manual for steps on setting
up a connection.
If you do not activate at this time, JAWS runs in 40-minute mode, which
requires a computer reboot every 40 minutes. The activation process can
be started later by opening the JAWS Help menu and choosing Update
Authorization.
To activate JAWS, do the following:
1. In the Activation dialog box, choose Start Activation.
2. Read the message that displays and then make sure Internet
(RECOMMENDED) is selected. Press
DOT 8
to continue.
3. Enter your 20-digit Authorization number into the edit box. You can
find your Authorization number in print and Braille on your JAWS CD
sleeve.
4. Press
DOT 8
to continue. You will be asked to connect to the
Internet if you have not already done so. You must establish an
Internet connection before continuing with the activation.
5. If you have not registered JAWS, you are asked to do so now.
Registering JAWS lets you receive technical support. Choose
Register Now and complete the online registration form by following
the instructions provided. You can choose to register later, but you
will be prompted to register the next time you activate JAWS.
6. After you submit your registration, Internet License Manager
attempts to activate JAWS. This process may take several minutes.
When the activation is successful, choose Finish.
