The Zune, Microsoft's answer to Apple's iPod, is more than just an MP3 player. It can also play audiobooks, so you can enjoy your favorite book while on the go. Microsoft has partnered with the Audible and OverDrive audiobook companies to offer each company's library to the Zune user. Use their respective software to automatically add an audiobook to your Zune with just a few clicks.
Instructions
1. Launch the Audible Manager or the OverDrive Media Console, available in your Windows "Start" menu. If you don't have the Audible or Overdrive software installed, download it for free through the Zune website.
2. Download an audiobook through the appropriate software. If you're unsure of use Audible or Overdrive, consult the software's specific user guide.
3. Connect your Zune to your computer using its included USB syncing cable. The Zune software will automatically launch. Quit the Zune software to avoid system conflicts with Audible or OverDrive.
4. Transfer an audiobook from Audible to your Zune. Click the desired audiobook title in the Audible Manager program. Press "Add to Device" in the top right corner of the software. The software will automatically add the audiobook to the Zune.
5. Transfer an audiobook from OverDrive to the Zune device. Press "Transfer Wizard" at the top of the OverDrive Media Console screen. Follow the on-screen prompts to transfer the audiobook to your Zune.
6. Listen to the audiobook on your Zune. Click the "Menu" button on the front of the Zune. Scroll down and select "audiobooks" to view the files you just transferred and begin listening to them.
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