computers return to applications much faster. With this method, only a subset of printer software is installed
on each network computer.
a
From the network computer you want to enable to print to the shared printer, double-click Network
Neighborhood or My Network Places on the desktop.
b
Locate the host name of the computer attached to the printer, and double-click the host name.
c
Right-click the shared printer name, and select the option to install the printer on the network computer.
Wait a few minutes for the process to complete. The amount of time it takes varies based on network traffic
and other factors.
d
Close Network Neighborhood or My Network Places.
e
Print a test page.
f
Repeat steps a through e on every network computer you want to enable to print to the shared printer.
Mac instructions for a locally-attached printer
Before installing printer software
A locally-attached printer is a printer connected to a computer using a USB cable. When setting up this type of printer,
install the printer software before connecting the USB cable. For more information, see the setup documentation.
The Software and Documentation CD can be used to install the necessary printer software.
Note: A PPD for the printer is also available in a downloadable software package on the Lexmark Web site at
www.lexmark.com.
Creating a queue in the Print Center or Printer Setup Utility
For local printing, you need to create a print queue:
1
Install a PostScript Printer Description (PPD) file on the computer. A PPD file provides detailed information to the
Mac computer about the capabilities of the printer.
a
Insert the Software and Documentation CD.
b
Double-click the installer package for the printer.
c
From the Welcome screen, click Continue, and then click Continue again after viewing the Readme file.
d
Click Continue after viewing the license agreement, and then click Agree to accept the terms of the agreement.
e
Select a Destination, and then click Continue.
f
From the Easy Install screen, click Install.
g
Enter the user password, and then click Okay. All the necessary software is installed on the computer.
h
Click Close when installation is complete.
2
Open the Finder, click Applications, and then click Utilities.
3
Double-click Print Center or Printer Setup Utility.
4
Verify the print queue was created:
•
If the USB-attached printer appears in the Printer list, quit the Print Center or Printer Setup Utility.
•
If the USB-attached printer does not appear in the Printer list, make sure the USB cable is properly connected
and the printer is turned on. After the printer appears in the Printer list, quit the Print Center or Printer Setup
Utility.
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