Before installation
Before beginning the installation, uninstall any previous Office packages or applications to minimize the chance of errors.
STEP 1
STEP 2
When the download is complete, right-click on the downloaded file named "Setup" in the folder where you saved it, and select "Open"
Next, click on "Setup" in the opened folder to begin the installation process.
If you want to force the installation to use the 64-bit version, navigate to the "Office" folder and launch the "Setup64" installer.
STEP 3
After completing the installation, type "Word" in the Windows search bar located at the bottom left corner and open the program. Accept the user agreements, enter your license key, and you will be directed to the activation window immediately.
STEP 4
When you reach the activation window, select "I want to activate the software by phone" and then click "Next."
If prompted to sign in, choose the option 'Enter product key' instead. After completing the instructions, you can log in or create a Microsoft account.
STEP 5 - Phone Activation
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Call the Activation Number:
- Ensure you include all zeros at the beginning
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Enter Security Number:
- If prompted, enter the auto-generated security number on the telephone keypad.
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Select Product:
- Follow the prompts to choose the product you want to activate.
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Provide Installation ID:
- Microsoft will ask for your Installation ID. Enter it carefully using your telephone keypad. You can enter the full Installation ID in one go to expedite the process.
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Specify Number of Devices:
- When asked how many devices use this license, press 0.
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Receive Confirmation ID:
- The automated system will verify your Installation ID and provide a Confirmation ID.
STEP 6
After you have retrieved your confirmation ID, enter it into the activation window in the software. Then, click "Next" at the bottom right corner to complete the activation process.