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This chapter describes how to set up your printer, test it, and
connect it to your computer. Refer to the illustrations on the
inside front cover of this manual to identify the main
components while setting up the printer.
System Requirements
See the appropriate section below (PC or Macintosh) to make
sure your system meets the following minimum requirements.
For an IBM Compatible PC
To use your printer and its driver with your PC, we
recommend you have these computer system components:
❑
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 40MB of unused hard disk space for storing
images
❑
A shielded, twisted-pair parallel cable (6 to 10 feet long) to
connect your computer to the printer’s 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.
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