Most WrightLink users prefer the custom FirstClass
Client software to access their accounts. This software is specifically
designed for ease-of-use, and provides a simple, well-integrated and powerful
environment for accessing WrightLink. Client software is currently available
for Macintosh and Windows platforms.
Note that even when you are using the FirstClass Client software, your computer must be connected
to the Internet.
To install the FirstClass Client software, there
are two steps:
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Download the UPGRADE!
Select your operating system below and then follow the installation instructions
as they appear below. You may receive a warning that you are about to download an executable file
which could possibly contain a virus. Click Open to bypass this warning the installation
from FirstClass does not contain any viruses.
The
installation files are quite large and can take some time to download.
If you have difficulty downloading the installation, contact Ann Howard.
Windows
Mac OS X
Linux
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Install the FirstClass Client Software
The downloaded file will appear on your desktop (unless you chose to save it to another location). Double click this file. On Windows, the installation will begin. On a Mac, you will see an installer icon. Double click this icon.
Accept the default settings at each prompt. After all the prompts, the FirstClass Client
software installation will occur.
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Configure the FirstClass Client Software and Login
Once you have installed the FirstClass Client software on your computer, open the program (if
it does not open automatically).
You will see a login screen similar to the one below:
Click the "Setup" button. The following screen will appear:
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Detect your connection method. At the
"Connect Via:" prompt, select one of the following options:
|
Connection method |
Description |
|
Dialup Internet.FCP |
Your computer is connected to the Internet via a dialup connection.
|
|
High-Speed Internet.FCP |
Your computer is connected directly to a high-speed internet modem. In this case, your computer
is not part of a network. |
|
Internet.FCP |
You are unsure of how your computer is connected to the Internet. |
|
Local Network.FCP |
Your computer is connected to a local area network. |
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Enter your username.
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Type wrightlink.wrightinst.edu in the
Server box.
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Click Save
This will return you to the login screen. Enter your password and click login.
You are now logged into WrightLink
using the FirstClass Client software. Your WrightLink desktop should now be visible.
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Installing the FirstClass Client Software 