Do you have the 14 digit License Code? It doesn't ask for it until after you install the CD and then when you start the program.
How to activate the Desktop CD/Download program
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/tax-topics/help/activating-turbotax-cd-download-software/01/852971
I have Windows. I Got a little worried when it didn't ask to Activate when installing. But when it was done I clicked on Launch Now and the first thing the Activate box popped up and Entered the code. If you are having trouble installing from the CD you can download the program instead.
