Are you looking to install Dragon Naturally Speaking but finding it hard to do so, or haven’t found the right way to do so? Well, if this is your major concern as a dragon user, then worry not. We are here with the right solution for you to install the software in the correct manner. From proper preparation to the ideal installation steps, we have covered every major aspect related to it. Stay tuned to know further.
Basic Preparation To Install Dragon Naturally Speaking
If you are looking for installation, modification, or upgrade of Dragon Professional, here are some of the things you must keep in mind:
- First, install any leftover Windows “updates” and then “restart” the computer.
- Turn “off” or disable any kind of antivirus software until installation is “complete”.
Installation can sometimes easily trigger a false virus report.
- Now “close” all the open applications.
- Make sure you are fulfilling all the basic requirements before attempting to “install Dragon Professional”.
Before You Install Dragon Professional:
- You don’t need administrator rights to create a user profile or to use Dragon after it’s installed.
- If an administrator creates a profile while logged in as an administrator, users with limited permissions may not be able to access that profile.
- A user is allowed to create multiple profiles, but each profile must belong to a single person.
- If multiple people want to use Dragon Professional, each person must have their own license. Volume licensing options are also available.
Storage Requirements
Every dragon user must have a separate user profile. This profile stores crucial information, including the user’s voice data, settings, custom words, and commands. Ensure your computer has enough free disk space for all user profiles to be created.
Disk Space Required
- Each profile needs at least 127 MB
- Dragon also creates backup copies of user profiles, which require additional storage space.
How To Adjust Profile Storage
- Open the “dragonbar”
- Select tools>administrative settings
- Choose the “disk space” reserved for the network archive option as needed.
Ideal Dragon System Requirements
To install Dragon Professional, you must meet the below given requirements. Go through all of them at once.
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RAM |
Minimum 4GB for all the operating systems |
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CPU |
Minimum 2.2 GHz Intel dual-core or equivalent AMD processor. Faster processors yield faster performance. |
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Free hard disk space |
12GB (includes downloaded installation files) |
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Supported operating systems |
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Other |
NMS Mode: If you are using Dragon Edition, where Nuance Management Center/NMS mode is enabled in order to help you manage and monitor your system, you will need the following:
Note: Dragon does not provide any support for Apple AirPods for dictation. |
Initial Process Of Install Dragon Naturally Speaking
Users can install Dragon Professional on the client computer by using the downloaded “installer file”. If you are planning to install Dragon on multiple computers, you are required to complete an initial installation before attempting to install Dragon from a server.
Do use the initial client installation in order to set default values for administrative and auto-formatting options. Afterward, you can install Dragon Professional on other computers by using the same option.
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How To Install Dragon Naturally Speaking On A Single Computer?
In order to install Dragon Naturally Speaking, you are required to follow the steps given below:
- Run the Dragon “installation file” that you have downloaded.
(The Dragon Install Shield wizard opens)
- Click “Next” to proceed to the license agreement screen.
- Go through the text of the agreement, select “I accept”, and then click “Next”.
(Customer information screen will pop up)
- Enter your “username”, organization, and the “serial number” that are provided with your download of Dragon. Then click to the “next”.
(The region selection will appear)
- Select a region to install, or select all English regions to install more than one region.
The region will determine the available accents and vocabulary for the installation. If you select a single region, you can save disk space, but users are not allowed to create user profiles with an accent not included in the selected region.
- Optional: To change the installation directory, select “Advanced”, then click on “Next”.
(The advanced screen will appear)
- Click “Change”.
A browse-for-folder dialog box opens.
- Simply navigate to the folder where you want to install Dragon (or just create a new folder by clicking on the make new folder button) and then click on ok.
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Note: By default, Dragon is installed in : C:\program files (x86)\Nuance\Naturallyspeaking16 |
- Click “Next” to proceed to the ready to install the program screen.
- Click “install”.
The installation process will begin. It will take a few minutes to install Dragon Professional. Sometimes the progress bar might not appear to be advancing, but the installation is still in process internally.
- When the Dragon installation is complete, the installer will display the completion screen. Now click on “finish”. The product registration window will appear.
- As a user, you are required to choose whether you want to register the dragon online now or want the dragon to remind you to register in seven days, and then click ok. If you register for the product, then it will provide you with faster access to nuance technical support.
You can easily open the dragon by using the desktop shortcut, or you can also find the dragon in the start menu:
Windows 10: Select Start> All Apps> Dragon.
How To Activate The Dragon?
If you are starting Dragon for the first time, you are prompted to first activate your copy of Dragon. If you don’t activate it, Dragon will stop working after you start it 5 times.
Conclusion!
To install Dragon Naturally Speaking, you can follow the right procedure, which will provide ease throughout. With a few simple steps and techniques, you can complete the installation and start your task. If you are still in doubt related to any of the above-covered topics, this guide will help you out. So take the next step and complete the installation to improve efficiency in your daily tasks.
FAQs
Q1. How much storage space does a dragon user profile require?
A. Each user profile requires around 127 MB of disk space. Additional space might be needed for profile backups.
Q2. Can multiple users share the same Dragon license?
A. No, each user must have their own license. However, volume licensing options are available for organizations.
Q3. Do I need administrator rights to use Dragon Professional?
A. No, administrator rights are only required when installing or uninstalling Dragon Professional. Once you install it, you can create a user profile and use the software without requiring administrator privileges.
Q4. Why is the dragon installation taking too much time?
A. The installation process might take several minutes. Sometimes you will find the progress bar stuck, but the installation will continue in the background.