We realize some of you may not be familiar with EA's Origin client. As all new EA games will require Origin to install and run, here's a quick guide on how to install your EA game.

INSTALLING ORIGIN

There are a few ways to get Origin. If you have the EA Download Manager installed, running it would prompt you to download and upgrade to the latest version.

The Origin client can be found in your game disc. Just insert the disc and follow the on-screen instructions to install Origin on your PC.

You can also download the latest version from the Origin web site.

LOG IN TO ORIGIN

If you already have an EA Account, you can log in to Origin right away. If you do not have an existing account, you must create an account before you can proceed.

Once you're logged in, you should see something like the image below. Do not close or log out of Origin.

INSTALLING THE GAME

Insert the game disc if it is not in your disc drive. If the disc is already in your drive, just double click on the disc's icon in your Windows Explorer.

Follow the on-screen instructions (see image 2 and 3).

You will then be prompted for the product key (see image 4 below). Key in your product key -- it is normally located behind the manual or installation guide. The rest of the installation process should be quite straight forward.

DO NOT REGISTER YOUR GAME VIA "REDEEM PRODUCT CODE"

Doing so will result in your game becoming a digital download.

POSSIBLE WORKAROUND

1. Go to "Settings", delete all local game installer and data.
2. Exit Origin completely.
3. Insert disc, and follow the on-screen options to install the game.
4. Although it shows "Downloading..." it is actually downloading from the DVD, not from the Internet.