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Installation guide

This section will assist you with the installation of the MidwayNet Express and Express x2 Web Accelerator.

Detailed Installation Instructions

Minimum System Requirements:

  • Pentium® 200 MHz (or equivalent)
  • 64MB of RAM
  • At least 11 MB of hard-drive space
MidwayNet Express and Express x2 Web Accelerator is supported by the following Windows® Operating Systems:
  • Windows 98
  • Windows Millennium Edition (Windows ME)
  • Windows 2000 Service Pack 4
  • Windows XP
  • Windows XP Service Pack 2

MidwayNet Express and Express x2 Web Accelerator works seamlessly with the following browser versions:

  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0® and later
  • Firefox® 0.9 and later
  • Netscape® 8.0 and later
  • Opera® 8.0 and later


1. Download

  • MidwayNet will provide you with a location to download the MidwayNet Express or Express x2 Web Accelerator installer.
  • Download the installer to your Desktop.
  • Once the download has completed, proceed to Step 2.

2. Install

  • After downloading the MidwayNet Express or Express x2 Web Accelerator installer onto your Desktop, an icon will appear on your Desktop as shown below. Double-clicking on the icon will launch the installer.

  • The installer will guide you through the complete setup process. Please reboot if required.

3. Integration

  • If your computer has Firefox, Mozilla or Netscape installed as your Web browser, MidwayNet Express or Express x2 Web Accelerator will ask you for the integration with the browser.
  • Simply click the "Yes" button for the integration.

4. Connect and Browse the Web

  • As this is your first time launching the product, you will be prompted for a username and password. Enter the username and password provided to you by MidwayNet in the fields provided.

  • Click the "OK" button. MidwayNet Express or Express x2 Web Accelerator will connect to MidwayNet.
  • After logging into MidwayNet Express or Express x2 Web Accelerator, an icon is placed in your system tray as shown below. Acceleration will take place immediately after any Web browser launches.

  • Browse the Web as you normally would. When finished browsing, simply close your Web browser. MidwayNet Express or Express x2 Web Accelerator will remain idle in your system tray.

5. Further Assistance

  • To get the most out of your new software, please visit the "User Guide".
  • If you experience technical problems downloading, installing, or running MidwayNet Express or Express x2 Web Accelerator, please consult the Troubleshooting section for further assistance.
  • Still having trouble? Please feel free to contact us for product setup or feedback.

 


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