43 44Install the FreeStyle Auto-Assist SoftwareNote: FreeStyle Auto-Assist is compatible with both PC and Mac operating systems.Step Action1 With your meter off, use the provided micro USB cable to connect your meter’s USB portto your computer. If you do not have the micro USB cable provided with the meter, youmay use other micro USB cables.2 The software will start automatically for installation or use.Follow the InstallShield Wizard prompts. Click Next after each entry.Note that you may be asked to supply an administrator password.3 Click Finish or Close once installation is complete.The program will automatically launch whenever you connect the meter to yourcomputer.WARNING: To avoid the possibility of electric shock, never perform a blood glucose test while themeter is connected to the computer.If the installation does not automatically start, follow the steps below to install the software.Windows Computer Systems (includes Windows 7, Windows Vista and Windows XP)Step Action1 Locate “My Computer” on your desktop. Double-click “My Computer” to open.2 Locate the “FreeStyle Auto-Assist” icon. Double-click on this icon to open.3 Locate the “Windows” folder. Double-click on this folder to open.4 Locate the “Disk1” folder. Double-click on this folder to open.5 Locate the “Setup application” icon. Double-click on this icon to begin the installation.Macintosh Computer Systems (OS X, includes Leopard, Snow Leopard and Lion)Step Action1 In the Finder window, select the Device called “FreeStyle Auto-Assist” in the Devicessection.2 Within the FreeStyle Auto-Assist Device, select “Mac”.3 Double-click on the “FreeStyle Auto-Assist.pkg” file.For additional questions, please contact Customer Service.ART27087_Rev-A-Guide.indd 43-44 2/24/12 10:59 AM