(Optional) If you do not want to install all of the Office programs, click the Customize tab.

Read and accept the free trial download License Agreement, then click Continue.

Enter the 25-digit product key obtained in Step 2, then click Continue.

(If the installation does not start, you may need to turn off your firewall.)

Double-click the free trial installation file located on your desktop.

If you purchased the software, the key may be printed on your receipt or included in your verification email. You must have the product key to install the software.

Print the screen that shows your License Product Key (it is a 25-digit number).

Find the installation file on your desktop, or download it now.

(You may want to print out these instructions before closing your browser.): But read through this page so you know what options to select if you want to run it side-by-side with a previous version of Office.ĭownloaded Software: If you downloaded either the free-trial or the full-version, follow this tutorial to install Microsoft Office 2010. Installing Office 2010 softwareīoxed Software: If you bought the boxed version, all you need to do to install Microsoft Office is insert the installation disk into your computer’s DVD drive and follow the on-screen instructions. And look for my money-saving tip for buying the full-version when the trial runs out. Want to keep your old Office software just in case you don’t like 2010? You can! I’ll show you how to install and run two versions of Office side-by-side.

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