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Installing a printer driver
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3.2
Notes on installing the printer driver
Don’t be afraid of the installation!
The installation program is designed so that even people not accustomed
to working with computers can easily install a printer driver. 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 know the following informa-
tion:
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What operating system is running on your computer (for example,
Windows XP)?
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What is the letter of your CD-ROM drive (for example, D)?
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Which optional accessories are installed on your printer (for example,
a lower feeder unit)?
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Is your printer connected directly to your computer via a parallel inter-
face cable or a USB cable?
General information on the printer driver
The printer driver is delivered on a CD-ROM along with the printer.
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No CD-ROM drive?
You can download the printer driver from the Internet. You can find the
latest version of the printer driver at http://www.minolta-qms.com
(choose "Online Help & Drivers").
Information on installation using “Add Printer” (for Windows)
When installing the printer driver using “Start>Settings>Printer>Add Print-
er,” note the following points:
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The dialog box for installing options is not displayed. Adjust the addi-
tional options after you have completed the installation in the printer
driver.
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The Status Monitor will not be installed.
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The uninstaller utility will not be installed.
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Installing the PostScript printer driver
- The PostScript printer driver can be installed under Windows only by
using the Add Printer Wizard.
