FAQs (version 3.1)

What material is included on the CD-ROM?

The 20-volume Second Edition of the OED, the Additions Series (Volumes 1-3), plus almost 2,000 new words and phrases 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 3.1 of the CD-ROM.

What are the minimum system requirements?

• PC with minimum 200 MHz Pentium-class processor
• 64 MB RAM
• 32-speed CD-ROM drive
• Windows^® 98 Se, Me, NT4, 2000, or XP
• 1.1. GB hard disk space to run the software from the CD-ROM and 1.7 GB to install the OED to the hard disk
• SVGA monitor: 800 x 600 pixels, 16-bit (64k, high colour) setting

Is the CD-ROM compatible with Windows Vista?

Version 3.1.1 (2007) of the CD-ROM is compatible with Windows^® Vista.

Is there a Mac version of the CD-ROM?

A Mac version of the OED on CD-ROM is under development, for publication in 2009.

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.

Can I install and run the CD-ROM from my hard disk?

Yes. A new installation option makes it possible to run the Dictionary from the hard disk. CD validation is required every 90 days (but not for version 3.1.1).

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

Yes, a substantially discounted upgrade of the OED on CD-ROM version 3.1 is available.

Customers outside North and South America:

Users of a previous version need to contact:

Customers in North and South America:

• Users of the OED on CD-ROM version 2.0 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 version 2.0 data disc.

• Users of the OED on CD-ROM version 1.0 need to send:

  • a photocopy of the CD showing the OED/OUP label
  • a photocopy of the installation disk showing OED/OUP label
  • a photocopy of the copyright page from the spiral-bound User's Manual
  • a photocopy of page 50 from the spiral-bound User's Manual

  OR

  • a receipt of purchase showing title and ISBN or other proof of purchase showing title and ISBN

  to

  Oxford University Press
  Customer Service Department
  2001 Evans Road
  Cary, NC 27513
  
  Tel: 1-800-451-7556
  Fax: 1-919-677-1303
  

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

Will the CD-ROM be updated?

The CD-ROM interface will be updated in 2009, but the content will remain the same.

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

Yes, it is normal policy for existing users to get a discount on updated and upgraded versions, providing that these instructions are followed.

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 3.1.

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

United States

Japan

Rest of the world