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Before Installing the MP Drivers

This section describes the items that you should check before installing the MP Drivers. You should also refer to this section if the MP Drivers cannot be installed.

Checking the Machine Status

Properly connect the personal computer and the machine. For details on connection instructions, refer to the "Install the Software" in the manual: Getting Started.

Turn off the machine.

Checking the Personal Computer Settings

Terminate all running applications.

In Windows Vista, log on as a user who has the administrator rights.

In Windows XP, log on as the computer administrator.

In Windows 2000, log on as a member of the Administrators group.

Note

When an old version of the MP Drivers is already installed, first delete (uninstall) that version. For instructions on deleting the MP Drivers, see " Deleting the Unnecessary MP Drivers ."

Related Topics

Obtaining the Latest MP Drivers

Installing the MP Drivers

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Canon MP550 manual Before Installing the MP Drivers, Checking the Machine Status, Checking the Personal Computer Settings