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=== Requirements ===
Because we want to give everyone using Ubuntu One the very best experience, we require that you run Ubuntu 9.04 (Jaunty Jackalope) or higher.
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 * Ubuntu One is pre-installed on Ubuntu 9.10 (Karmic), follow these instructions to setup Ubuntu One on Ubuntu 9.10
 * Follow the instructions below to install Ubuntu One on Ubuntu 9.04 (Jaunty)
=== Setup instructions for Ubuntu 10.10 (Maverick) ===
Before setting up Ubuntu One, you should ensure your system is up to date. Run Update Manager to install any necessary updates by going to System » Administration » Update Manager. You may need to restart your system. Once it's up to date, you can begin this setup process.
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=== Installation Instructions for Ubuntu 9.04 (Jaunty) ===
It is also strongly recommended that you update your system before beginning the installation. To install updates, go to System » Administration » Update Manager and click Install Updates. Once your system is up to date you can begin the installation process.
Please read our '''[[UbuntuOne/FAQ|FAQ]]''' first if you're have trouble setting up Ubuntu One.
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 1. Add Our PPA The first step is to add our PPA (Personal Package Archive). This will give you access to the Ubuntu One client software. You can find more information about PPAs at Launchpad.net.
 1. Install Client Install the Ubuntu One client from the PPA by clicking on the button below. <<BR>><<BR>>Note: If you're using a non-Firefox web browser, you can install the client by going to System » Administration » Synaptic Package Manager and searching for ubuntuone-client-gnome
 1. Start Client Now that you have the software installed, you'll need to authorize it. On your computer, click on System » Preferences » Ubuntu One to start the process.
 1. Add Your Computer The final step is adding your computer to your Ubuntu One account. A web page will launch after clicking Ubuntu One in the previous step (see the image below). Simply click on 'Add this Computer'. Because this is your computer, it's necessary for you to explicitly allow the software to access your Ubuntu One account.
 1. Use the Ubuntu One Control Panel (found in System > Preferences) to monitor current synchronization activity and manage your Ubuntu One preferences. Review the Ubuntu One features or use our Support resources if you have questions.
==== Already have an Ubuntu One account ====

##startsection-u1setup
 1. Open Ubuntu One Preferences from the Me menu (your username in the upper right corner)<<BR>><<BR>>{{attachment:me_menu_with_u1_prefs.jpg|Me menu with Ubuntu One Preferences open screenshot}}<<BR>><<BR>>

 1. The Ubuntu One SSO window will open prompting you to either sign up for an account or login with an existing account. Click on the '''Already have an existing account? Click here to sign in''' link at the bottom of the window. <<BR>><<BR>>{{attachment:u1_sso_click_sign_in.jpg|Ubuntu One SSO window}}<<BR>><<BR>>

 1. Enter your email address and password. Click the '''Connect''' button. <<BR>><<BR>>{{attachment:u1_sso_login_click_connect.jpg|Ubuntu One SSO login screen}}<<BR>><<BR>>

 1. A success message should appear. Click the '''Close''' button to close the Ubuntu One SSO window. <<BR>><<BR>>{{attachment:u1_sso_success_click_close.jpg|Ubuntu One SSO login success screen}}<<BR>><<BR>>
##endsection-u1setup

 1. In '''Ubuntu One Preferences''' click on the '''Devices tab''' and then the '''Connect button''' to connect to the service. Use Ubuntu One Preferences to monitor current synchronization activity and manage your Ubuntu One preferences. Review the Ubuntu One [[https://one.ubuntu.com/features/|features]] or use our [[https://one.ubuntu.com/support|support]] resources if you have questions. <<BR>><<BR>>{{attachment:u1-prefs_devices_connect.jpg|Ubuntu One Preferences Devices tab}}<<BR>><<BR>>

==== Need an Ubuntu One account ====

##startsection-u1newsetup
 1. Open Ubuntu One Preferences from the Me menu (your username in the upper right corner)<<BR>><<BR>>{{attachment:me_menu_with_u1_prefs.jpg|Me menu with Ubuntu One Preferences open screenshot}}<<BR>><<BR>>

 1. The Ubuntu One SSO window will open prompting you to either sign up for an account or login with an existing account. Fill in the fields for your email address, password and the ''captcha'' that is displayed. Then click the '''Forward''' button. <<BR>><<BR>>{{attachment:u1_sso_new_account_click_forward.jpg|Ubuntu One SSO window}}<<BR>><<BR>>

 1. Check your email for a verification code. Copy this code from the email and paste it (right-click in the field and select ''Paste'' or click in the field and press Ctrl-V) into the verification code field in the Ubuntu One SSO window. Click the '''OK''' button. <<BR>><<BR>>{{attachment:u1_sso_verification_code_click_ok.jpg|Ubuntu One SSO verification screen}}<<BR>><<BR>>

 1. A success message should appear. Click the '''Close''' button to close the Ubuntu One SSO window. <<BR>><<BR>>{{attachment:u1_sso_new_account_success_click_close.jpg|Ubuntu One SSO create account success screen}}<<BR>><<BR>>

 1. In '''Ubuntu One Preferences''' click on the '''Devices tab''' and then the '''Connect button''' to connect to the service. Use Ubuntu One Preferences to monitor current synchronization activity and manage your Ubuntu One preferences. Review the Ubuntu One [[https://one.ubuntu.com/features/|features]] or use our [[https://one.ubuntu.com/support|support]] resources if you have questions. <<BR>><<BR>>{{attachment:u1-prefs_devices_connect.jpg|Ubuntu One Preferences Devices tab}}<<BR>><<BR>>

Setup instructions for Ubuntu 10.10 (Maverick)

Before setting up Ubuntu One, you should ensure your system is up to date. Run Update Manager to install any necessary updates by going to System » Administration » Update Manager. You may need to restart your system. Once it's up to date, you can begin this setup process.

Please read our FAQ first if you're have trouble setting up Ubuntu One.

Already have an Ubuntu One account

  1. Open Ubuntu One Preferences from the Me menu (your username in the upper right corner)

    Me menu with Ubuntu One Preferences open screenshot

  2. The Ubuntu One SSO window will open prompting you to either sign up for an account or login with an existing account. Click on the Already have an existing account? Click here to sign in link at the bottom of the window.

    Ubuntu One SSO window

  3. Enter your email address and password. Click the Connect button.

    Ubuntu One SSO login screen

  4. A success message should appear. Click the Close button to close the Ubuntu One SSO window.

    Ubuntu One SSO login success screen

  1. In Ubuntu One Preferences click on the Devices tab and then the Connect button to connect to the service. Use Ubuntu One Preferences to monitor current synchronization activity and manage your Ubuntu One preferences. Review the Ubuntu One features or use our support resources if you have questions.

    Ubuntu One Preferences Devices tab

Need an Ubuntu One account

  1. Open Ubuntu One Preferences from the Me menu (your username in the upper right corner)

    Me menu with Ubuntu One Preferences open screenshot

  2. The Ubuntu One SSO window will open prompting you to either sign up for an account or login with an existing account. Fill in the fields for your email address, password and the captcha that is displayed. Then click the Forward button.

    Ubuntu One SSO window

  3. Check your email for a verification code. Copy this code from the email and paste it (right-click in the field and select Paste or click in the field and press Ctrl-V) into the verification code field in the Ubuntu One SSO window. Click the OK button.

    Ubuntu One SSO verification screen

  4. A success message should appear. Click the Close button to close the Ubuntu One SSO window.

    Ubuntu One SSO create account success screen

  5. In Ubuntu One Preferences click on the Devices tab and then the Connect button to connect to the service. Use Ubuntu One Preferences to monitor current synchronization activity and manage your Ubuntu One preferences. Review the Ubuntu One features or use our support resources if you have questions.

    Ubuntu One Preferences Devices tab