# Modifying MIAME.INI

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Before proceeding with installation of the security key, it is a good idea to review miame.ini to make sure that it references the proper local drives and directories. This is particularly necessary for A-Shell/Unix if you didn't install the software in the default directory. Refer to [Configuration](configuration.md) for more details, paying particular attention to the [DEVICE](device_sp.md) parameter. Attempting to launch A-Shell with references to incorrect or non-existent paths in miame.ini is virtually guaranteed to result in confusion and mysterious symptoms.