Installation and New Features Guide (Windows)

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Chapter 3: Installing FileMaker Pro in the Mac OS
Before you begin the installation process, quit other open programs and
save your work, and turn off virus protection utilities.
Note: For instructions on installing FileMaker Pro on a Windows-based
computer, see chapter 2, “Installing FileMaker Pro in Windows.”
Installing FileMaker Pro
You must use the installation program to install FileMaker Pro—you
can’t install the application by dragging files to your hard disk.
Starting the Installer
To start the FileMaker Pro Installer:
1. Insert the CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
You see the disc’s window on your screen. If you see only the disc
icon, double-click the icon to open its window.
2. Double-click the file named Start Here.
You see the software license agreement.
3. Click Accept to accept the license agreement.
You see the FileMaker Pro Installer dialog box.
4. Follow the steps described in one of the following sections:
1 If you want to install all the available files, continue with “Easy
installation.”
1 If you want to install a subset of the FileMaker Pro files, skip to
“Custom installation” on page 3-4.
Easy installation
Follow these steps to install the complete FileMaker Pro package on
your hard disk. The Installer automatically installs the correct version
for either 680x0 Macintosh computers or Power Macintosh and
compatible computers.
Note ODBC import is not supported in 680x0 Macintosh computers and
Web publishing is not supported in 68000 Macintosh computers.