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We're starting a weekly blog contribution from our Customer Service department. In it you'll learn a variety of tips to help you keep your copy of Logos Bible Software running smoothly. We hope you enjoy the series.

Today's guest blogger is Elizabeth Sanborn, a member of our Customer Service team.

One problem we encounter often is when users install an outdated version of Libronix from an old disk onto a new computer running Windows Vista. Older versions of Libronix are not compatible Vista, so it's essential that you install the most recent version, which is presently 3.0e.

Everyone should be running Libronix DLS 3.0e, regardless of which version of Windows you're using. Products that were released earlier than 2008 won't have the most recent version. You can save yourself a lot of time and effort either by installing directly from our website or by purchasing a media only disk, which is available for only $4.95 plus shipping.

If your version of Libronix is really old, you may need to purge off the old system instead of using Add/Remove programs. If that looks too complicated or scary, don't hesitate to call us at 800-875-6467. We'd love to walk you through the process.

So this week's tip is: make sure you're installing the latest version on your new machine. More and more computers are coming with Vista, and we want to ensure that Libronix runs smoothly for you.

By the way, to find out what version of Libronix you are running, start Libronix and go to "Help" > "About Libronix DLS." You'll see this window pop up.

If you're not running 3.0e or later, find out how you can easily get up to date—for free!

I was surprised when I saw some stats on the number of people not running the latest version of Libronix (i.e., 3.0e). The numbers are even more surprising when you consider that updating Libronix to the latest version is entirely free and very easy to do.

Who's Up to Date (and Who's Not)?

Most of you are running the latest version, but a sizable group are still running a version that has been outdated for months or even years. Here are the numbers.

Current Version | 70.89%

• 3.0e | 70.89%

Outdated Versions | 29.11%

• 3.0d | 18.16%
• 3.0c | 5.98%
• 3.0b | 2.29%
• 3.0 | 1.59%
• 3.0a | .93%
• Expired Betas | .16%

How to Find Out Which Version You Have

With Libronix opened, go to the "Help" menu and click "About Libronix DLS."

You'll find the version that you have installed right at the top towards the middle. If it doesn't say 3.0e, it's time to update.

How to Update

Updating to the latest version of Libronix is easy to do. There are (at least) five ways to do it:

1. Update in Libronix: With Libronix opened, go to the "Tools" menu and click "Libronix Update." Install all Required and Recommended items. If you have an internet connection, this is the easiest and best way to get updated.
2. Update from Logos.com: You can also update to the latest version from our website: http://www.logos.com/support/downloads/ldls. Click the orange "Update" button and follow the instructions. (Or just run this script: http://www.logos.com/media/update/30eAutoUpdate.lbxupd.)
3. Update from a Media Only DVD or CDs: If you'd rather not update via the internet, you can order a media only DVD (or CDs) to get the latest version of Libronix and of most of your book files.
4. Upgrade Your Base Package: All of our base packages come with the latest version of Libronix, plus lots of new addins, tools, and resources! Visit http://www.logos.com/upgrade to see your upgrade options.
5. Update from Any Recent Product: All CD/DVD products with an official release date after February 1, 2008 should include 3.0e on them. If you've purchased a new product recently or have one coming soon, you can update to 3.0e that way.

For a list of new features in 3.0e, see the previous post "Update to Libronix DLS 3.0e."

In Wednesday's blog post I talked about the Resource Auto Update script and how it is important that you run it regularly to make sure that you have the most up-to-date version of your resource files.

I mentioned how you could bookmark the link in your browser, but some of you may prefer to have the link right in Libronix. So I've created a quick video demo that shows you how to create a resource update toolbar button.

If you don't want to watch the video but just want the steps, here they are:

1. Open Libronix.
2. Right click in the toolbar area and click "Customize."
3. Click "New" to create a new toolbar. (You can also add the button to a pre-existing custom toolbar.)
4. Leave the "Category" as "Special," and click on "Go To (Internet Application)."
5. Click "Add," give the toolbar a name like "Resource Update," and then click on "Details."
6. (Optional: Give the button a name, select a style and icon, and assign a shortcut key.)
7. Paste the following link into the "Internet Address" box: http://www.logos.com/media/update/ResourceAutoUpdate.lbxupd.
8. Click "OK," "OK," and "Close."
9. Click your new button (or use your shortcut key) to run the Resource Auto Update.

Or just download the toolbar, put it in your My Documents\Libronix DLS\CustomToolbars folder, and enable it from the right-click menu by clicking in the toolbar area and selecting "Resource Update."

We strive to produce very high quality digital books, but typos do creep in sometimes. With the help of our attentive users and our typo reporting tool (Help > Report Typo), our electronic text development department is often able to get these typos fixed and new files added to our FTP site. You’ll find them at ftp://ftp.logos.com/lbxbooks/.

Why Should You Update?

Updating your resources is good for you and us. It gives you more accurate resources with better functionality, and it also helps to eliminate typo reports on outdated resources.

How Do You Updated?

The simplest way to get the latest files for your books is to run the Resource Auto Update script: http://www.logos.com/media/update/ResourceAutoUpdate.lbxupd. Simply click this link and choose “Open” if your browser gives you an option.

Libronix Update will scan the resources on your hard drive and then give you a list of resources that are outdated.

You could check the box next to Resources to download all of the updates, but if this is your first time running the Resource Auto Update script (or you haven’t run it in a while), you might want to look at the “Total Download” size before you hit “Update.”

My update is 159.30 MB, and since I have a very fast connection here at work, this won’t take long at all. But if you’re on a slower DSL or dial up connection, this could take several hours. If you’re uncertain of your connection speed or how long it might take, the best approach would be to download them a handful at a time so you can gauge how long it’s going to take. Check half a dozen boxes and try a smaller download first. Then repeat the process until you’re done with all of them. (Note: you’ll need to start Libronix in between each session or else you’ll be prompted to download the same resources you just download.)

When it completes the download, you’ll be prompted to close Libronix (if it was opened). After it finishes, you can start Libronix and begin using your newly updated books.

Bookmark This!

We recommend that you run this at least once a month. To remember this link for later, just right-click on it and select “Add to Favorites” (Internet Explorer) or “Bookmark This Link” (Firefox). You’ll also find this link at the bottom of this page: http://www.logos.com/support/download/30bupdate, which is accessible from the Support section of our website (Support > Download the Latest Version > Update).