Kindle

USB Transfer Instructions at Mrs. Wizard

Comprehensive and clear instructions on downloading and transferring a book to your Kindle (for PC users).

Quick Instructions - USB Transfer

This method can be used by Mac or PC users. (see Amazon's page on Using Kindle with your Computer for more information.

1. Download a Kindle or Mobipocket formatted file to your desktop computer.
2. Connect your Kindle to your computer with a USB cable.
3. Transfer the downloaded ebook file to your Kindle. (detailed instructions)

Quick Instructions - Direct Download ("Whispernet")

A walkthrough written by "iamnohs" in the Amazon Kindle users forum.

1. Open up the BasicWeb browser.
2. Enter the url http://mnybks.net
3. At this point you can search, browser, or enter a Book ID. Find a book you want.
4. KEY STEP: Click on the Mobipocket version of the book for download. ONLY THE MOBIPOCKET VERSION WILL WORK.
5. A pop-up screen will open on your Kindle. You supply the confirmation for the book to be downloaded, and in a few seconds it should appear in your home screen.

"Kindle" format (.azw) is also available as a desktop download from manybooks.net, to be transferred to your Kindle via USB.

More information and Help

• Amazon's Kindle Tips & Troubleshooting page.
• PC to Kindle transfer using a USB cable.
• North Laurel Home & School have a very nice walkthrough on Downloading Books onto the Kindle for PC...From Places Other than Amazon...Using Mozilla Firefox.