Before starting this procedure, it is recommended that all open documents have been saved and any open applications have been closed.
1. Accessing the network installation point for Adobe Acrobat Pro DC 2017.
A. Click the Windows menu button, and click in the Start a search box.
B. In the Search programs and files box (or the Run window), type \\uwapps.uwyo.edu\AdobeAcrobatProDC2017$ and press Enter.
C. Double click on Acrobat_2017_Web_WWMUI.exe.
D. When this window appears, be sure to click Run.
E. In this window, do not change the Folder Location and then click Next.
F. This download will begin.
G. Once finished, go ahead and make sure to check the "Launch Adobe Acrobat", uncheck "Open the specified folder", and then click Finish.
H. This will now open Adobe Acrobat DC. At this point, select "I have a serial number", and you will then need to enter your serial number. You can also check "Make Adobe Acrobat DC my default PDF viewer". From there you may click Install.
I. Now the install will start.
J. Once the setup is complete, you can click Launch Now.
K. Once that is complete, a window will appear prompting you to sign in. If you already have an Adobe ID, feel free to simply sign in at this time. If you do not have an Adobe ID, click Get an Adobe ID.
L. (This step is only for those needing to create and Adobe ID). Enter the information needed, using your first and last name, your University of Wyoming email address, however, we strongly recommend that for security purposes you enter a different password for the Adobe ID.
Note - Make sure to uncheck "Stay informed about Adobe products and services"
M. If you are having trouble entering a password, the requirements are: 1. You password must contain both lower case and upper case letters. 2. Your password must contain at least 1 (one) symbol. 3. Your password must be at least 8 (eight) characters long.
2. Accessing Adobe Acrobat Pro DC
A. To access Adobe Acrobat Pro DC, click the Windows Start button, All Programs, Adobe Acrobat Pro DC or click the icon on your desktop.
B. The first time accessing Adobe Acrobat Pro DC, an Adobe Software License Agreement window will appear. Click Accept.
C. In the Welcome window, click Continue.
D. You will now be asked to verify your email. Click Check Again and Continue.
E. Next go to your email account and follow the link provided.
F. You are now able to open and use Adobe Acrobat Pro DC 2017.