How to Activate My Zune

The Zune is a portable media player created by Microsoft that allows users to play digital media and surf the Internet. The Zune can also connect to the Zune Marketplace where users can download games and applications to the device. Before you can use the Zune, however, you must first activate it. This is done by registering and synchronizing it to the Zune software on the computer.

Instructions

1. Launch a Web browser, then go to the Download Zune Software web page (see Resources.)

2. Click the "Download now" button, then click "Save File" on the pop-up dialog window to download the file to your computer.

3. Double-click the downloaded file to launch the installation wizard, then follow the instructions to install the software. Click "Finish" when the installation is complete.

4. Insert the USB end of the Zune cable into the USB port of the computer, then insert the other end into the Zune player. The Zune application will automatically start once the Zune is connected to the computer.

5. Fill out the information on the registration page, then click the "Sync" button. The Zune will synchronize with the Zune application on your computer and will be fully activated.

References

• Zune: Welcome to Zune HD
• Zune: Setup

Resources

• Download Zune Software