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Getting Started
Installing OMEGA software
Installing OMEGA 2.6 software
WARNING: Do not exit or cancel the OMEGA 2.6 installation procedure once it has
begun. Exiting the installation process before completion will damage your security
key.
Note: Preference settings from previous OMEGA installations are maintained if a new version
is loaded on top of a previous version without doing an uninstall first.
To begin OMEGA 2.6 installation
Note: The security key must be connected at all times for OMEGA 2.6 to run properly. If you
need assistance with your system or to locate the USB security key, contact Gerber Technical
Support at 860-644-6971.
1
Close any Windows or applications that are running including any virus scan
software. The screen displays the Windows desktop.
2
Locate the OMEGA 2.6 USB security key. (It ships in a small, pink
anti-static bag in your OMEGA kit.)
3
Plug the OMEGA 2.6 security key into any USB port or hub.
4
The Windows Found New hardware wizard should prompt you. Click OK. The USB
drivers will automatically be found.
5
Insert the OMEGA 2.6 CD into the CD-ROM drive. (If the OMEGA Setup Wizard does
not start by itself, click Start > Run. Browse the CD for Setup.exe. Select Setup.exe and
then click OK to open the OMEGA 2.6 Setup Wizard.)
Note: The OMEGA 2.6 Setup Wizard has buttons for other procedures and documentation.
6
Choose Install Products. An Install Products screen opens.
