The steps below will guide you through the process of installing the UAD software, registering your Apollo, and authorizing your UAD plug-ins. 

1. Connect and power Apollo
   
   Before installing the UAD software, connect your Apollo to a Thunderbolt port on your Mac with a Thunderbolt cable, then power on the Apollo.
   
   
2. Download the UAD software
   
   Registration and authorization is managed by the UAD software. Visit www.uaudio.com/register to get the latest UAD software installer.
   
   
3. Install the UAD software
   
   Open the UAD software installer after the download is complete. The installer will guide you through the process. Be sure to restart the computer when prompted. 
   

   Note: If the "Firmware Update" prompt appears, click Load and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

4. Register your Apollo
   
   After restarting, your web browser will launch and connect to the UA website. You will be prompted to create an account or log in to an existing account (if not already logged in). Follow the instructions on the web pages to register your Apollo and claim the bundled UAD plug-ins.
   
   Note: If your web browser doesn't launch automatically, you can start the process manually by clicking the Authorize Plug-Ins button on the Plug-Ins panel in the UAD Meter & Control Panel.
   
   
5. Authorize your Apollo
   
   After registration is complete, authorize your Apollo by clicking the Authorize Plug-Ins button on the Plug-Ins panel in the UAD Meter & Control Panel.
   
   
   
   Once authorization is complete the system is ready for use.