1. To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
2. Download the SOASST-01036200-US.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
3. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the SOASST-01036200-US.EXE file to begin the installation.
4. At the "Sony® OpenMG Limited Patch Installer for Microsoft® Windows® XP" screen, click "Next".
5. At the License Agreement dialog, read the agreement, then, if you agree, click "I Agree" to continue with the installation.
6. At the "OpenMG Limited Patch Installer" box, click "Yes".
7. At the "OpenMG Limited Patch Installer" box, Click "Yes" to restart the computer.
8. At the "Installation is Complete" box, click "OK".

After the computer restarts, installation of the Sony® OpenMG Limited Patch Installer is complete.

This utility will install an updated version of the OpenMG™ Limited Patch to address an issue where the computer may restart when inserting or ejecting Memory Stick® media while SonicStage® software is starting.

• During the installation of this file, make sure that you are logged in as the Administrator or as a user with Administrative rights.
• To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
• Before running this update, ensure all SonicStage® software is closed.
• It is highly recommended to print out these instructions as a reference during the installation process.