Getting Started ______________________________________________________________ 2-1
Chapter 2: Getting Started
2.1 Hardware / Software Requirements
In order to run PowerMax Remote Programmer, you need the following resources:
•
IBM-compatible PC with Pentium microprocessor (100 MHz or higher)
•
Microsoft® Windows® 2000 or Windows XP.
•
16 megabytes of RAM (minimum)
•
Hard disk with at least 8 megabytes of free space.
•
For best performance, use a display driver with a resolution of at least 1024 x 768
pixels.
2.2 Installation
Install an internal modem in the computer, or use an RS-232 cable to connect an external
modem to one of the computer’s COM ports as instructed in the manual supplied with the
modem. Then connect the modem to the telephone line. The modems suitable for use with
PowerMax Remote Programmer are listed in the
Modem
field in the Communications tab
of the Options window (refer to 7.1.2
Remote Connection
).
To Install PowerMax Remote Programmer
1.
Start Windows. Close all running applications, if any.
2.
Insert the PowerMax Remote Programmer CD into the CD-ROM drive.
If your system includes the AutoPlay feature, the setup program starts
automatically. Otherwise, proceed as follows:
3. From
the
Start
menu, select
Run
; the Run dialog box appears.
4.
In the Run edit box, type the drive letter of the CD drive you are using, followed
by a colon, backslash, and the word “setup”, for example: "
d:\setup
".
5. Click
OK
. The installation welcome screen appears and the Installation program
guides you through the entire process.
6. Click
Next
, then follow the instructions on your screen to complete the
installation.
7.
Restart your computer when the Installation wizard prompts you to do so.
During installation a PowerMax shortcut icon is placed on the Desktop to
enable you to start PowerMax Remote Programmer easily.
