FAQs (version 4.0)

What material is included on the CD-ROM?

The 20-volume Second Edition of the OED, the Additions Series (Volumes 1-3), plus almost 7,000 new words and meanings from the OED's ongoing research programme.

Are the OED Additions Series volumes included on the CD-ROM?

Yes, the Additions Series volumes are included on version 4.0 of the CD-ROM.

What are the minimum system requirements?

• Windows PC with Intel® Pentium® 4 1.6 GHz processor or equivalent (2GHz recommended); Macintosh PowerPC® G4 867MHz or faster processor or Intel Core Duo 2.13GHz or faster processor
• 512 MB RAM
• Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows 2000; Mac OS X v.10.4.x or 10.5x
• 1 GB free hard disk space
• Minimum monitor capability: 1024 x 768 pixels and high colour (16 bits per pixel, i.e. 65,536 colours)
• Local CD-ROM/DVD drive (for installation); runs from the hard drive only

Is there a link to Microsoft Word or to other word processors?

Yes, the automatic Look-up feature enables fast access to OED headwords from any Microsoft Office application. This feature can also be used within the OED CD-ROM itself to look up words in the definition or quotation text.

Can the CD-ROM be used in place of the default spellchecker or dictionary in a word processor?

No, the CD-ROM cannot be configured to replace the default spellchecker or dictionary in a word processor.

Does the CD-ROM include audio pronunciation?

There is no audio pronunciation on the CD-ROM.

Is it possible to install the CD-ROM to run over a network?

No - the CD-ROM cannot be networked. It is available in a single-user version only. Network licences are, however, available for OED Online.

I bought the previous version of the OED on CD-ROM. Can I upgrade?

Yes, a Windows upgrade of the OED on CD-ROM version 4.0 is available.

Customers outside North America:

Users of a previous version need to contact:

Customers in North America:

• Users of the OED on CD-ROM versions 2.0 upwards simply need to purchase a copy of the upgrade product, install it, and the upgrade disc will carry out authentication by requiring presentation of the previous version data disc during the installation.

This offer is limited to one upgrade copy per registered customer.

If I buy the CD-ROM, will I get a discount on future updated versions?

Yes, it is normal policy for registered users to get a discount on updated and upgraded versions. To register your software, simply complete and return the user registration card that comes in the software package.

How many CDs will I receive?

Two - an installation disc and a data disc.

Who should I contact if I have problems installing or using the CD-ROM?

The Oxford University Press web site has a technical support page for the OED (Second Edition) on CD-ROM version 4.0.

If you cannot find the answer to your query on this page, please contact us as follows:

United States technical support

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