Settingup for localprinting

Windows®

Some Windows operating systems may already include a printer driver that is compatible with the printer.

Note: Installing custom drivers do not replace the system driver. A separate printer object is created and appears in the Printers folder.

Operating System:

Microsoft® Windows Server 2008

Windows VistaTM

Windows XP

Windows Server 2003

Windows 2000

Use this type of cable:

USB or Parallel

Installing the Printer Drivers

Note: Windows Server 2008, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, and Windows 2000 require that you have administrative access to install printer drivers on your computer.

1Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD.

The Drivers and Utilities CD launches the installation software automatically.

2When the Drivers and Utilities CD screen appears, click Personal Installation — Install the printer for use on this computer only, and then click Next.

3Select your printer from the drop-down menu.

4Select Typical Installation (recommended), and then click Install.

5Click Finish, connect the printer to the computer using a USB or parallel cable, and turn on the printer. The installation prompts you when the setup is completed.

Installing Additional Printer Drivers

1Turn on your computer, and insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. When the Drivers and Utilities CD launches, click Cancel.

2In Windows Vista (default Start menu): a Click ΠControl Panel.

b Click Hardware and Sound. c Click Printers.

In Windows XP (default Start menu):

aClick StartΠControl Panel.

bDouble-clickPrinters and Other Hardware.

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Dell 2230d Setting up for lo cal printin g, Windows, Installing the Printer Drivers, Installing Additional Printer Drivers

2230d specifications

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