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DOS Printer Drivers
What is a printer driver?
If you use DOS software programs (whether or not they are running within Microsoft Windows), you need a specific printer driver for each DOS program in order to print to your
HP DeskJet printer.
Printer drivers allow you to access the printer’s features from your software program’s print selections or menus. These features include print quality, page orientation, paper type, paper size, and character sets.
How can I get a printer driver?
DOS software manufacturers provide and update printer drivers for their DOS software programs. The best driver to use is the one designed specifically for the HP DeskJet printer model you are using. However, many times you can achieve satisfactory results by using a different HP DeskJet printer driver.
The following table lists commonly used DOS software programs and their recommended printer drivers.
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WordPerfect | 5.1, 5.1+, 6.0 |
Recommended Printer Driver
HP DeskJet 600, 670C or 850C
Harvard Graphics | 3.0 | HP DeskJet 540 |
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Lotus | 2.x, 3.x, 4.0 | HP DeskJet 540 |
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MS Word | 5.5, 6.0 | HP DeskJet 560C |
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How do I install DOS printer drivers?
To install DOS printer drivers, follow the instructions supplied by the software manufacturer. After you have installed the printer driver, you will need to set up the driver from within the software program. If you have any questions or concerns about the performance of your printer when using one of these drivers, contact the software manufacturer.
Why doesn’t my software program have a printer driver for my HP DeskJet printer?
Most of the software industry is focused on the development of individual software programs that are compatible with Microsoft Windows.
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