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Contents
Bloomberg APOD Creation Documentation
03 Software Requirements
03 Downloading the Software
Workflows
04 Installing the Software
05 APOD Creation
05 BBA: Activating with a B-Unit
06 BBA: Activating without a B-Unit
10 DR: Activating via Virtual Office Network
11 DR: Activating via the Internet
Reference
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Definitions
For terms in blue throughout this document, see Definitions
on p.14.
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An APOD refers to specific instance of the Bloomberg Terminal software that is installed and set up on your PC. APODs are
identified by a Terminal Serial Number.
The process to create an APOD and activate your software varies depending on your connection type and whether you are a
Bloomberg Anywhere (BBA) user or a Shared Terminal user with Disaster Recovery (DR) services enabled.
Software Requirements
To review the system requirements for the Bloomberg Terminal®, you can go to
https://www.bloomberg.com/professional/support/documentation/ and download the PC Requirements document.
If you are in mainland China, you can access the document on https://www.blpprofessional.com/.
Note: The Bloomberg software is Windows-based and not currently supported on Apple operating systems. Mac users can
connect to the Terminal via the web at https://bba.bloomberg.net/.
Downloading the Software
1. In a web browser, go to https://bloombergsoftware.com/.
Note: If you are in mainland China, go to http://bloombergchina.com/support/software-updates/.
2. Click one of the following download options:
Bloomberg Terminal - New/Upgrade Installation: Download the Bloomberg Terminal Software and Bloomberg Office Tools
simultaneously for a full installation. This option allows immediate access to Office Tools once you complete the installation.
Bloomberg Terminal - New Installation (Terminal Software Only): Download the Bloomberg Terminal Software only, which may
be faster than the full installation option. This option will automatically download Office Tools after the Terminal is up and
running.
3. Follow the prompts to run or save the file.
4. When asked to choose a location to save your file, save the file on your desktop.
Bloomberg APOD Creation Documentation
When working remotely, you can continue using the Bloomberg Terminal® away from your office. To begin, you must download
the Bloomberg software, install it, and activate it by creating an Access Point On Demand (APOD).
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Note: Download times may vary depending on the speed of your Internet connection.
The file downloads and the Bloomberg installation icon appears on your desktop.
For more: Installing the Software.
Installing the Software
Steps:
1. On your desktop, double-click the Bloomberg installation icon.
The Bloomberg Terminal installation wizard launches.
2. Follow the prompts on screen until the installation is complete, then click the Finish button.
A green Bloomberg icon appears on your desktop. The software is installed and ready to be activated by installing an APOD.
For more: APOD Creation.
Workflows
Once you download the Bloomberg software, you can use the installation wizard to install it on your PC.
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APOD Creation
The process to create an APOD varies depending on your connection type and whether you are a Bloomberg Anywhere® (BBA)
user or a Shared Terminal user with Disaster Recovery (DR) services enabled.
BBA Users:
BBA: Activating with a B-Unit
BBA: Activating without a B-Unit
Shared Terminal Users with Disaster Recovery Services:
DR: Activating via Virtual Office Network
DR: Activating via the Internet
BBA: Activating with a B-Unit
Steps:
1. On your desktop, double-click the green Bloomberg software icon.
The Bloomberg login screen appears.
2. Enter your Bloomberg login name and password, then click the Login button.
Once you download and install the Bloomberg software, you must create an Access Point on Demand (APOD) to activate the
software and use the Bloomberg Terminal®.
If you are a Bloomberg Anywhere® (BBA) user with access to your B-Unit, you can use it to install an APOD and activate your
Bloomberg Terminal® software.
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3. Verify your identity by swiping your fingerprint on the B-Unit, then sync the B-Unit by holding it against the flashing box.
A four-digit code appears on your B-Unit screen.
4. In the B-Unit Code field, enter the four-digit code that appears on your B-Unit, then press the <GO> or Enter key on your
keyboard.
A pop-up appears to tell you have successfully installed your serial number, then the system logs you into the Terminal.
BBA: Activating without a B-Unit
Steps:
1. On your desktop, double-click the green Bloomberg software icon.
The Bloomberg login screen appears.
If you are a Bloomberg Anywhere (BBA) user and you do not have access to your B-Unit, you can activate the Bloomberg software
by receiving a text or phone call to your verified phone number.
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The Advanced Connection Options window appears.
3. On the Serial Number tab, click the Legacy Connection Options button.
The Connection Wizard appears.
2. At the bottom left, click Advanced Options.
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5. Below If you are unable to get the B-Unit code text, click the Click Here button.
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. Select the Access Point tab.
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7. Select whether you want to receive a validation code via SMS Text or Automated Call, then click the Send button.
You receive an automated text message or phone call that provides a validation code.
6. Click the I forgot my by B-Unit button.
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A pop-up appears with the serial number, but you do not need to record it. The serial number installs automatically and the
software activates.
You can now close the Connection Wizard and log in to the Bloomberg Terminal® with your login ID and password.
DR: Activating via Virtual Office Network
For details on any virtual network setup, contact your firm's technical support.
Steps:
1. On your desktop, double-click the green Bloomberg software icon.
The Bloomberg login screen appears.
If you are a Shared Terminal user with Disaster Recovery (DR) services enabled and you are connected virtually to your office's
network, you must activate your software before you can use the Bloomberg Terminal®.
8. In the Validation Code field, enter the code you received, then click the Submit button.
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The Advanced Connection Options window appears.
3. Enter your login name, then click the Quick Install button and follow the instructions.
The software activates. You can now log in to the Terminal with your login ID and password.
DR: Activating via the Internet
Steps:
1. On your desktop, double-click the green Bloomberg software icon.
The Bloomberg login screen appears.
If you are a Shared Terminal user with Disaster Recovery (DR) services enabled and you are not connecting remotely to your office
network or PC, you can activate the Bloomberg software directly over the Internet.
2. At the bottom left, click Advanced Options.
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The Advanced Connection Options window appears.
3. Click Verify with your access key.
A pop-up appears with instructions for obtaining an access key.
2. At the bottom left, click Advanced Options.
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5. In the Bloomberg Access Key field, enter the key provided by support, then click the Submit button.
The software activates. You can now log in to the Bloomberg Terminal® with your login ID and password.
4. Call the Bloomberg Support number for your region and give them the 15-digit number listed as Your User Key.
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If you are unable to complete transactions in the Bloomberg Terminal, you can contact your APOD Administrator or Bloomberg
support.
To manage APODs, administrators use the APOD Administration (APOD) function on the Bloomberg Terminal®. For more on
APOD administration: enter HELP APOD <GO> in the Terminal command line to access the APOD Help Page.
Definitions
Term Definition
Access Point on Demand (APOD) An access point installed on demand that allows you to activate your Bloomberg
software when you install it on a new machine for the first time. When you activate your
software using the instructions in APOD Creation, an APOD serial number is associated
with the specific software instance downloaded on your computer.
Terminal Serial Number A serial number that identifies the APOD created for your installation of the Bloomberg
software. After activating your software and logging into the Bloomberg Terminal®, you
can press <Esc> to locate the serial number in the bottom left corner of the screen.
An APOD Administrator is a designated individual at your firm who can enable or disable transactional product access at the user
or serial number level. Your firm may have more than one APOD Administrator.
APOD Administrator
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