## Step 1: Check System and Hardware Requirements

Ensure your computer system meets the minimum system requirements before you attempt to install a new PC-DMIS version, ensure that you meet the system and hardware requirements. You must also have a USB portlock for the installation to work. Your IT person can help you with this.

- To get your computer's properties, highlight the My Computer icon, right-click on it, and select Properties.

- To check the display properties for the graphics card, select Start | Settings | Control Panel, and then select Display and Settings.