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Software for Macintosh computers
The HPinstaller provides PostScript Printer Description (PPD) files, Printer Dialog Extensions
(PDEs), and the HPPrinter Utility for use with Macintosh computers.
For network connections, use the embedded Web server (EWS) to configure the device. See
Embedded Web server.
The printing system software includes the following components:
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PostScript Printer Description (PPD) files
The PPDs, in combination with the Apple PostScript printer drivers, provide access to device
features. Use the Apple PostScript printer driver that comes with the computer.
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HPPrinter Utility
Use the HPPrinter Utility to set up device features that are not available in the printer driver:
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Name the device.
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Assign the device to a zone on the network.
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Assign an internet protocol (IP) address to the device.
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Download files and fonts.
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Configure the device for IP or AppleTalk printing.
You can use the HPPrinter Utility when your device uses a universal serial bus (USB) cable or is
connected to a TCP/IP-based network. For more information, see
Use the HPPrinter Utility for
Macintosh.
NOTE The HPPrinter Utility is supported for Mac OSXV10.2 or later.
Remove software from Macintosh operating systems
To remove the software from a Macintosh computer, drag the PPD files to the trash can.
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