Minolta PagePro 25, Manual

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Installing the printer driver 3
Rev. 3.1.1/16.07.99 PagePro 25 3-1
3 Installing the printer driver
3.1 System requirements
You should consider the following system requirements so your printer will
run with no problems:
G An IBM-compatible PC with a 486DX-16MHz processor or higher
(Pentium processor recommended),
G Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows NT 4.0,
G At least 8 MB of RAM (active memory)
G At least 5 MB of free hard-drive storage space
G a CD-ROM drive
G I/O interface: a parallel cable of type IEEE 1284, Type B.
3.2 Notes on installing the printer driver
Don't be afraid of the installation!
The MINOLTA installation program is designed so that even people not
accustomed to working with computers can easily accomplish it. You will
be led step by step through the installation process. All you need to do is
follow the installation program.
Before you begin the installation, you should be clear on the following
points:
G What operating system is running on your computer?
G What is the letter for your CD-ROM drive (D, E, etc.)?
G With what additional units is your printer equipped?
G Is your printer a local printer or a network printer?
❍ Local printer:
if the printer is connected directly to your computer via a parallel
interface cable.
❍ Network printer:
if the printer is integrated into a computer network.
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More questions?
If you are still not certain about making a setting, you can display
additional information on screen by using the HELP button.