1 Installing Printer Software in Windows
This chapter includes:
•Installing Printer Software
•Reinstalling Printer Software
•Removing Printer Software
This is recommended for most users. All components necessary for printer operations will be installed.
1Make sure that the printer is connected to your computer and powered on.
2Insert the supplied
The
If the installation window does not appear, click Start and then Run. Type X:\Setup.exe, replacing “X” with the letter which represents your drive and click OK.
Installing Printer Software
You can install the printer software for local printing. To install the printer software on the computer, perform the appropriate installation procedure depending on the printer in use.
A printer driver is software that lets your computer communicate with your printer. The procedure to install drivers may differ depending on the operating system you are using.
All applications should be closed on your PC before beginning installation.
A local printer is a printer directly attached to your computer using the printer cable supplied with your printer, such as a USB or parallel cable.
You can install the printer software using the typical or custom method.
NOTE: If the “New Hardware Wizard” window appears during the installation procedure, click in the upper right corner of the box to close the window, or click Cancel.
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Click Next.
•If necessary, select a language from the
•View User’s Guide: Allows you to view the User’s Guide. If your computer doesn’t have Adobe Acrobat, click on this option and it will automatically install Adobe Acrobat Reader for you.
Choose the type of installation. Click Next.
•Typical: Installs the most common software for your printer. This is recommended for most users.
•Custom: Allows you to choose the individual components you want to install.
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