Ensure that Sonique is not running before you attempt to install the new version.  Take note of where on you hard drive (which folder) your previous version is installed to.   Make sure the new version installs to the same folder and overwrites the old files.


THE INSTALLATION PROCESS

Once you have downloaded the sonique setup exe, double-click it to begin installation.

1 - You will be asked if you would like to install Sonique to your computer.  Click Yes if you want to continue the installation.

2 - You will be prompted to shut down any programs you are currently running.  It is suggested that you do so.  Once you have shutdown all other programs, click next to continue.

3 - The next prompt asks you to agree to the Sonique End User License Agreement (EULA). If you agree to all the terms, press the "Yes" button.

4 - You are then given the option to specify an install path (folder in which to place Sonique's program files).  The default install location is c:\Program Files\MediaScience\Sonique. You may change this if you wish by hitting the "browse" button (if you have a previous version of Sonique installed, please see above).

5 - Next, you are asked to specify a program folder in which to place start menu icons.  The default is Sonique.  You may specify an alternate name if you wish.  Click next to continue.

6 - You will then be shown a screen that reviews what you've specified so far (install location, etc).  If you approve, click next to continue.

7 - Next, a box will appear asking you to select the types of files for which you'd like Sonique to be your default player.  Check the boxes for the file types you'd like to have Sonique play by default and click next.   NOTE:  It is highly recommended that you check at least the first two boxes.

8 - The next box will ask you to select the type of internet connection you have.  Select the appropriate option and click next.  If you are behind a firewall or use access the internet via a proxy server (this is common if you are using Sonique on a LAN), check the "proxy" box and fill in the address and port of your proxy server.  This information is available from your system administrator.

9 - Sonique will now install.  After it has extracted the Sonique program files to your hard drive, you will be asked if you would like to view the README file and whether you want to LAUNCH sonique right away.  Check the boxes next to the options you prefer, or leave them blank if you wish.  We suggest that you check both boxes.  The README file may contain important information concerning the latest version of Sonique. Sonique should launch and play a sample MP3 file.  If you hear the file play, Sonique is setup properly.

CONGRATULATIONS! YOU'VE SUCCESSFULLY INSTALLED SONIQUE!

THE REGISTRATION PROCESS

When you run Sonique for the first time, a dialog box will appear asking you to register Sonique. Sonique is free, you will not be charged.  Enter your email address in the form provided as well as your name to personalize your copy of Sonique**.  If you want to receive the Sonique Newsletter check the the box.  The Sonique Newsletter is sent to subscribers weekly via email. It contains news and information about Sonique, as well as a listing of the downloadable music posted on our music site, music.sonique.com for that week.  After filling in both fields, click the "Register Now" button to complete the registration process.

**We will never give out or rent your personal information to another company.