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Chapter 1
Setting Up the Printer
As you follow the instructions in this chapter to set up your
printer, refer to the illustrations on the inside front cover to
identify the printer’s components.
System Requirements
To use your printer and its driver, we recommend you have
the following system configuration:
❑ IBM
®
compatible computer with an 80386/25 MHz or faster
processor
❑ Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows for Workgroups 3.1, or
Windows 95
❑ At least 8MB of available RAM (more for Windows 95)
❑ A minimum of 10MB of available hard disk space (for
storing images); more is required for color images
❑ A shielded, twisted-pair parallel cable to connect your
computer to the printer’s built-in parallel interface; the
cable must have a D-SUB, 25-pin, male connector for the
computer and a 36-pin, Centronics
®
compatible connector
for the printer.
❑ VGA or higher standard monitor.
Choosing a Location
When choosing a location for the printer, use a surface that is
flat, horizontal, and stable. If you are using a printer stand, it
must support at least 50.7 pounds (23 kg).
Setting Up the Printer
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