- Charge your eReader
Using the supplied power adapter, plug in your eReader to charge.
- Setup your Wireless Internet Connection
Open the Menu by pressing the “Menu” button. Using the Directional Pad (D-Pad), navigate and click the “Settings” menu. In the “WiFi Settings” Page navigate and click on the “Turn On WiFi”.
- Create a FREE Account or Sign In to Your Existing Account
Click the “Menu” button. Using the D-Pad, navigate and click the “Settings” menu. In the “Settings Overview” page:
- Sign in now? If you already have a Kobo account, you can sign in using your existing username and password.
- Create an account: If you are new to Kobo, you can create an account. Simply follow the instructions in the Create Account window.
- Alternatively, Download the Kobo Desktop Application
You can also use the included Kobo Desktop Application to purchase and sync books from kobobooks.com. Ensure your computer is online and connected to the Internet. Plug your eReader into your computer using the supplied USB cable, the installation will begin.
- Windows XP/Vista/7: Follow the prompt instructions to open the eReader’s folder. Open the “Desktop Installers” folder. Find the “Windows” folder and double-click the “DesktopInstaller.exe” file inside. Follow the instructions to download and install the latest version of the Kobo Desktop Application.
- Mac OS X: The eReader will mount in your Finder application. Open the “Desktop Installers” folder. Find the “Mac OS X” folder and double-click the “DesktopInstaller.app” file inside. This will download the latest version of the Kobo Desktop Application for Mac OS X. Follow the onscreen instructions to install the software by dragging-and-dropping the Kobo Desktop Application to your Applications folder.
- Open the Kobo Desktop Application and Create a FREE Account or Sign In to Your Existing Account
Once installed, open the Kobo Desktop Application:
- Create an account: If you are new to Kobo, you can create an account. Simply follow the instructions in the Create Account window.
- Have an account? If you already have a Kobo account, you can sign in using your existing username and password.
- Want to get more eBooks? Simply click on the Store button in the Desktop Application to search or browse our extensive catalog of titles, including a huge selection of Free eBooks, Best Sellers, New Releases, Magazines, Newspapers and more.
- Unplug your eReader and start reading.
Unplug your Kobo eReader and start reading one of the 5 free eBooks included, or visit the Kobo store on the device to purchase and download more .