support.dell.com Dell Dimension Systems Setup Guide 7

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NOTE: USB devices can be connected to the computer while it is on.
To connect the printer to the computer, perform the following steps:
1. Attach the printer cable to the USB connector on the computer and the printer.
The USB connectors are keyed to fit only one way.
An example of a typical USB printer setup is shown in Figure 2.

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NOTE: If the Add New Hardware Wizard screen appears, click Cancel.
2. Proceed to Installing Software for a Printer.
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NOTE: Dell installs the software for some new printers. To determine if your printers
software is already installed, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click
Printers. If your printer is listed in the Printers window, the printer is ready to use; no
software installation is required.
Most new printers provide installation CDs that run automatically when inserted in the
CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. Install the software for these printers by inserting the
CD and following the prompts on your screen using the instructions that came with
the printer. It is not necessary to use the Printer Wizard to install these types of
printers.
USB printer
cable
USB connector on
computer
USB connector on
printer