How to Install New Printer Drivers

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Almost all printers come with a CD to install the correct drivers and any other programs that allow for the operation of the printer. However, there are times when an update to the printer drivers is available or when an upgrade to the operating system on the computer requires the installation of new printer drivers.

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Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Press the button to open the CD-ROM drive tray and insert the printer CD. Click "Start," then "Printer and Faxes."
Step 2

Perform a right mouse click on the printer icon representing the new printer drivers you wish to install. Then select "Properties" from the drop-down menu.
Step 3

Select the "Advanced" tab at the top of the form. Click on the "New Driver" button on the form.
Step 4

Choose "Next" on the Add Printer Driver Wizard form. Click on the "Have Disk" button on the form.
Step 5

Pick "Browse" to select the correct CD-ROM drive in the system.
Step 6

Click "OK" and select the new printer driver from the list in the box. Click "Finish."

Tips & Warnings

If the model and manufacturer of the printer is not found, then ensure that the correct CD is in the drive. Occasionally, an incorrect CD is shipped with a product.
If the new printer driver is from a file that has been downloaded from the Internet, then either browse to that location on the hard drive, or double-click the file to start the installation of the new printer driver.

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