Hello Francis: Your BookPort comes loaded with all the software that it needs to run itself. The CD you got is software for your computer. The computer software is the transfer software that allows you to transfer files from your computer to the BookPort. It sounds like you got the latest file transfer program. In terms of the CF card 1GB is plenty unless you plan on reading a lot of audio MP3 type files. In another e-mail they recommended online search for your best deal. Generally when looking at multiple online dealers buy from a dealer that shows a good number of transactions. This way you know you will be getting a dealer that is reputable and you'll get your merchandise. Jim Nuttall -- Michigan "Francis E. Khan" <fekhan@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote: Hello All: My unit arrived yesterday and I have been reading the manual to get acquainted with the operation. Does the Bookport come with the software already installed or do I have to insert the CD and transfer it? There is a version number which is 2004.10.05 at the beginning of the instructions and will some advise me whether this is the updated software or the newest version of the manual. I need to purchase a 2GB card and need to know what is a good brand to invest in and also the address of a website in the USA. Thanks for any help. Francis Khan