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Installing your old printer or scanner
Windows may have built-in support for older printers,
scanners, or other peripheral devices. This means you do not
need any additional software. Newer devices, however, usually
require your original software installation discs or diskettes.
If you have trouble after you install the software for your old
devices, you can use System Restore to restore your computer’s
previous settings.
Installing a USB printer or scanner
USB devices may have special installation instructions. See your
USB device’s installation guide.
Installing a parallel port printer
You can usually install parallel port printers by following these
steps.
To install your old printer:
1
Shut down and turn off your computer.
2
Connect your parallel port printer.
3
Turn on your printer, then turn on your computer.
4
If Windows detects your printer, install your printer by
following the on-screen instructions. You are finished.
- OR -
If Windows does not detect the printer, go to the next
step.
5
Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel
window opens. If your Control Panel is in Category View,
click Printers and Other Hardware.
6
Click/Double-click the Printers and Faxes, then click
Add Printer. The Add Printer wizard opens.
7
Install your printer by following the on-screen
instructions.
See your peripheral device’s user guide for installation
information and tips. Because most installation software is
periodically updated, you should also check the manufacturer’s
Web site for software updates.
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