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September 9, 2014
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I just purchased Lightroom, and it arrived today, but on a CD. My new Apple Mac Book does not have a CD player. What do I do?

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How do I install Lightroom on my new Apple MacBood that does not have a CD player?  I just purchased Lightroom, but it arrived on a CD.  HELP

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    Correct answer kglad

    Downloads available:

    Download and installation help for Adobe links

    Download and installation help for Prodesigntools links are listed on most linked pages.  They are critical; especially steps 1, 2 and 3.  If you click a link that does not have those steps listed, open a second window using the Lightroom 3 link to see those 'Important Instructions'.

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    dave_haleAuthor
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    September 10, 2014

    Hello,   OK  I am ready to take your advice and try downloading since I cannot read the CD.    How long will it take to download with  about 5 GB  DSL?

    kglad
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    September 10, 2014

    if you really have 5gb throughput that (.5gb) would take ~6 seconds.

    dave_haleAuthor
    Participating Frequently
    September 10, 2014

    OOPS  sorry,   5 mbps  (finger slipped).  So I assume it will be a little more than  6  seconds, right? 

    kglad
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    kgladCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    September 9, 2014

    Downloads available:

    Download and installation help for Adobe links

    Download and installation help for Prodesigntools links are listed on most linked pages.  They are critical; especially steps 1, 2 and 3.  If you click a link that does not have those steps listed, open a second window using the Lightroom 3 link to see those 'Important Instructions'.

    dave_haleAuthor
    Participating Frequently
    September 9, 2014

    Sorry to be a pest,  but I am confused by your answer listing download links to several programs.  Are you saying that I can go to the Lightroom 5 link,  and download the program from there - even though I purchased it from Amazon and already paid for it?  Or do I have to buy another one?  This forum concept is impressive, and I have seen several questions from other folks.  I was expecting to be able to talk with someone from Adobe, but this system is very interesting, but confusing to a new guy like me.  If you can give me a simple answer to my question that will help.  Based on the time difference I assume you are way out West,  and probably still open for business.

    Thanks,

    Dave Hale

    kglad
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    Community Expert
    September 9, 2014

    you purchased a serial number.  that's it.

    you should protect that number.  it can be used to activate any lightroom 5 program you download.

    click the lr 5.6 link and download the installation program.  then install the program using your serial number when prompted.  then enjoy your lr.