CS4-extended picture packages???

I purchased the downloadable version of CS4 extended fromm Adobe last night.  I need assistance with installing the Picture Package plug-in...
Anyone have the answer?
Thank you,
KAPPHOTOS

Did you notice the instructions on the download page?
http://go.adobe.com/kb/ts_kb404900_en-us
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