1. Initial Configuration

The Mandriva Online wizard shows up when you boot your machine for the first time. It allows you to create a new account or to register an existing one. To manually launch the wizard from your user account, right-click on the Mandriva Online applet icon on the panel and choose Configure Now!. You will have to provide root's password.

Figure 14.1. Existing or New Mandriva Online Account?

Existing or New Mandriva Online Account?

After clicking on Next, select the appropriate option (I already have an account or I want to subscribe) and click Next.

Figure 14.2. Authentication on Mandriva Online

Authentication on Mandriva Online

Enter your login information and provide a name to identify your machine. This is useful if you manage several computers with Mandriva Online.

The next step explains what information is collected on your computer. This information is required for the service to work correctly.

Figure 14.3. Uploading Your Configuration

Uploading Your Configuration

Finally, choose your country so that automatic updates occur from the nearest possible server. If your country is not listed, select the nearest one. Click on Next and Finish to exit the wizard.

[Note] Note

To complete your setup, you must activate this machine in your Mandriva Online account.