[. . . ] Make sure that your HOTAS Cougar is NOT connected to your computer before installing the software package! [. . . ] Once the installation is finished, click the Close button to exit, and reboot your computer. Note: connecting the TQS to the Stick is not compulsory ­ the stick also works on its own!If necessary, connect your optional gameport rudder (RCS) to the base of the stick using connector . Start your computer up, and plug the USB connector into your PC or HUB. Windows 98/2000/Me/XP will then automatically detect several new peripheral devices. Note: if you are connecting USB peripheral devices for the first time, Windows may ask you for the Windows CDROM during installation in order to install the required system files. The USB connector allows you to hot-plug your joystick into your computer. Simply click on Next and then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. [. . . ] Contents, designs and specifications are subject to change without notice and may vary from one country to another. [. . . ]