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Preparing Your Computer System for Use the First Time 1-5
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If you are on a local area network (LAN), check with your network administrator
before
setting up Windows NT for information relevant to the setup process, such as the
computer name, the administrator password, and required network protocols. Also
attach the network cable (if applicable) and connect any devices you want to use with
your system.
Initial setup of Windows NT takes about 30 minutes. To configure Windows NT for
your system, follow these steps:
1. Turn on your system and any attached devices.
The Dell Software License window appears. By typing y, you are agreeing to
read the software license agreement that came with your system.
2. Type y to continue.
3. The Important Technical Support Information window appears and displays
your Express Service Code. The Express Service Code helps expedite Dell tech-
nical support. Record the code and store it in a safe place.
NOTE: Dell’s Express Service Code may not be available in all countries.
4. Type x to continue.
The setup program examines your computer’s hardware and copies to your hard-
disk drive the files needed to run Windows NT. After several minutes, the system
reboots and the Microsoft software license agreement appears.
5. Read the license agreement, and then click the I Agree button.
You must accept the agreement to proceed with the setup of Windows NT.
6. In the Windows NT Setup window, click Next> to continue.
7. Type your name and organization (up to 50 characters each) and click Next>.
8. In the Registration window, enter your 20-digit product ID number and click
Next>.
The number is located on the Certificate of Authenticity on the front cover of the
Microsoft Windows NT Workstation
manual.
9. In the Administrator Account window, type your administrator password (up to
14 characters) in the Password field and in the Confirm Password field. Then
click Next>.