Instructions for Activating Demo Mode IMPORTANT!

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1 Instructions for Activating Demo Mode IMPORTANT! The same software is installed regardless of whether the Shop Management application will be run in demo mode or live mode. Live mode is the mode which would be used to run your business. When installed, the software by default is toggled to live mode, which requires an active product license to run. It will be required that you follow specific steps to toggle the software into the demo mode, which doesn t require a license to run. If you attempt to run the software in live mode you will receive a message that you do not have an active license when you attempt to start a new Repair Order. The system contains two databases, one for the live mode, and one for the demo mode. The information entered in either database will not be shared with the other.

2 Welcome to Manager / ManagerPlus SE Thank you for choosing to trial Manager / ManagerPlus SE. Manager SE is a new technology platform which improves upon Mitchell 1 s existing industrystandard Manager v5 software. Through the steady introduction of groundbreaking advancements, Manager v5 has for years helped to increase the productivity of thousands of repair shops like yours. The new technology groundwork of Manager SE will allow Mitchell 1 to continue far into the future with that same tradition of advancement. Besides the enhanced stability and wireless capabilities of the new SQL database, existing users will notice such SE version enhancements as integrated functionality and VIN decoding. Expect more exciting things to come

3 STEPS TO ACTIVATE DEMO MODE Starting the Shop Management System After you ve completed the installation of the software by following the on-screen instructions, open the Shop Management system by double-clicking the program icon on your desktop. Navigating Through the Account Activation Screens The first time you open the system you will be prompted to enter your account information. If you are an existing customer, enter your Mitchell 1 account number. If you do not have an account number, enter Continue to click the forward button until you are on the home screen.

4 Toggling Demo Mode You must be on the home screen in order to toggle between the live and demo mode (Hint: You may return to the home screen from any screen at any time by repeatedly clicking the W.I.P. button.) While on the home screen select Configurations, then Special Maintenance, then Toggle Demo Mode. A dialog box will appear asking you to confirm that you want to switch between modes. Select Yes and the application will close. The next time the Shop Management system is opened, the application will be running in demo mode. You will need to perform the same procedure again when you are ready to toggle back to the live mode.

5 System Requirements for Manager / ManagerPlus SE Minimum System Requirements Any 32 or 64-bit edition of Microsoft Windows XP SP2*, Windows Vista SP2*, or Windows 7 Intel Pentium 4 CPU or equivalent Two Gigabytes (GB) Random Access Memory (RAM) is required for the computer running the Host/Server software. One Gigabyte RAM is required for any computer running only the Workstation software. 8 Gigabytes of available hard disk drive space 17 color monitor 1024 x 768 resolution Dual Layer DVD-ROM Drive Keyboard Mouse Inkjet printer or Laser Printer (Due to the large variety of printers available we cannot guarantee that every printer will be compatible with our software.) Internet Connectivity 512 MB USB Thumb Drive, Flash Drive or similar device to store daily database backups (USB memory drive must be configured with a logical drive letter.) A UPS (Un-interruptible Power Supply) is also recommended. Internet Explorer 6.0 or 7.0. (Note: IE 6.0 will automatically be installed if a supported browser is not present.) Optimum System Requirements Any 32 or 64-bit edition of Microsoft Windows XP SP2*, Windows Vista SP2*, or Windows 7 Intel Pentium 4 CPU or equivalent More than two Gigabytes (GB) Random Access Memory (RAM) is highly recommended on the computer running the Host/Server software in a multi-computer environment. RAM may need to be increased on the Host/Server as the number of connected Workstations increases. Performance may be gained on individual Workstations as the RAM is increased above one Gigabyte. 80 Gigabytes available hard disk drive space 19 color monitor 1280 x 1024 resolution Dual Layer DVD-ROM Drive Keyboard Mouse Sound Card and speakers (For training videos) Inkjet or Laser printer (Due to the large variety of printers available we cannot guarantee that every printer will be compatible with our software.) 2 GB USB Thumb Drive, Flash Drive or similar device to store daily database backups (USB memory drive must be configured with a logical drive letter.) A UPS (Un-interruptible Power Supply) is highly recommended. Broadband Internet Connection Internet Explorer 7.0.

6 Networking Requirements Network connectivity is required if you will be using your Shop Management system on multiple computers. For network setups with access to the internet, a commercial firewall and antivirus application is highly recommended. We also recommend the services of a professional network administrator in configuring your network environment. Any 32 or 64-bit Edition of Microsoft Windows XP SP2*, Windows Vista SP2*, or Windows 7 Commercial Grade 100 MB/sec or faster Network Card TCP/IP network protocol Wireless connectivity is supported using g or faster 5 or more concurrent users should consider a dedicated Windows server. Network Domains are not supported * NOTE: Windows XP and Windows Vista must be Service Pack 2 (SP2) or greater. Disclaimer: The minimum requirements listed above apply to the current set of applications. These requirements may not be compatible with future software releases.

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