1. Download the Windows .zip installer folder from the AKAI VIP Download Area.
2. Once downloaded, double-click on the zip folder to extract and reveal its content.
3. Double-click the .exe installer file to begin the installation process > click 'Run'.
4. Click 'Next'.
5. Click 'Next'.
6. Click 'I accept the agreement' > click 'Next'.
7. Select the software format (s) i.e '32 and/or 64-bit' that you wish to install > click 'Next'.
8. If chosen, select the VST folder in which to save the 32-bit version of the software to > click 'Next'.
9. If chosen, select the VST folder in which to save the 64-bit version of the software to > click 'Next'.
10. Create/select a folder, in which to create a shortcut path for the new software installation > click 'Next'.
11. Review the installation and click 'Install'.
12. The installation of your software has successfully completed > click 'Finish'.
13. Locate and open the 'Akai Professional VIP' software within your DAW.
Note: Restart your DAW and rescan the plug-in selection to show the new installation (in the event it fails to appear).
14. Select the MIDI device that you wish to connect to the VIP software.