Installing the Driver
What is a driver?
A "driver" is software that transfers data between the UM-3EX and application software running on
your computer, when your computer and the UM-3EX are connected. The driver sends data from
your application to the UM-3EX, and from the UM-3EX to your application.
The installation procedure will differ depending on your system.
Please proceed to one of the following sections, depending on the system you use.
• Windows XP/2000 users......................................................................................... p. 15
• Windows Me/98 users ............................................................................................ p. 20
Steps to be performed on the UM-3EX itself are marked by a
Windows XP/2000 users
1. With the UM-3EX left unconnected, start up Windows.
Do not connect the UM-3EX to the computer until you reach Step 14 ( p. 17).
* Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used).
* Log onto Windows using a user name that has administrative privileges (such as Administrator).
2. Open the System Properties dialog box.
Windows XP users:
1. Click the Windows start menu, and from the menu, select Control Panel.
2. In "Pick a category," click "Performance and Maintenance."
3. In "or pick a Control Panel icon," click the System icon.
Depending on your setup, the System icon may appear directly in the Control Panel (Classic
view). If so, double-click the System icon.
Windows 2000 users:
1. Click the Windows Start menu, and from the menu that appears, select Settings | Control Panel.
2. In Control Panel, double-click the System icon.
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Operation of the UM-3EX
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