How to Load a Nook Color Kernel

A Nook Color is an e-reader, allowing you to load many books and applications on the device.

A kernel is the main component of an operating system or application. The Nook Color e-reader uses an Android operating system. With the Nook color, you can download various applications and search the Internet, along with downloading your favorite books or magazines to read. Your Nook will already have the central operating system kernel loaded onto the device. For any problems with the operating system, take your Nook into the nearest Barnes and Noble for service. However, you can load books and other applications on your Nook color on your own.

Instructions

1. Touch the “Quick Nav Arrow” located at the bottom of your Nook Color screen. This will make your “Quick Nav Bar” appear or disappear.

2. Tap the “Shop” icon to find books to load on your Nook Color.

3. Touch the search field to look for a particular book. After you have tapped the search bar, you can begin typing the search terms.

4. Click “Buy” next to the book you want to purchase. If you haven’t set up an account with Barnes and Noble, you will have to do that first. Click “Confirm” when finished. The book will automatically load on your Nook Color.

5. Search the app store or “Android Store” to download applications. You can get to the store through the “Quick Nav Bar” menu.

6. Find the applications you want by searching or browsing through the store. Click “Download” next to the app you want. Many apps are free but some cost money. The app will load on to your Nook Color.

Tips & Warnings

• Barnes and Noble provides technical assistance for the Nook. Bring your Nook into your local Barnes and Noble store for other questions or problems.

References

• Barnes and Noble: Nook Color
• Barnes and Noble: Nook Color Quick Start Guide