How to Install a Dell Photo Printer 720 for Windows 98
Famous for its low price and high-quality output, along with its no-nonsense lack of bells and whistles, the Dell company is a staple for high tech devices. Unfortunately, the company no longer produces the Dell Photo Printer 720. In spite of this fact, many users still prefer this (and similar) models when it comes to printing from the home computer.
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Things You'll Need
- Windows 98
- Dell Photo Printer 720
- USB cable
- Paper
- CD Drive or Internet connection
Instructions
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Set up the printer by installing the ink carts, connecting the AC adapter to a power source and USB cable to your computer. Load paper into the printer. Make sure all appropriate lights are on, and that all cables are securely fastened.
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Install the software from the CD. The original manufacturer's CD will install the software automatically, but if somebody has burned the drivers on a CD-ROM, then you will have to manually install the software. If you don't have a CD (or a working CD drive on your PC), you can download the drivers from the Dell website.
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To configure your printer settings, go to START>CONTROL PANELS, and select "Printers and Fax". Here you can choose the printer as the default printer and set the default paper size, among other things.
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Tips & Warnings
Don't let your printer sit idle for more than a week, as dried ink carts can virtually ruin a printer.
If your computer is networked, you can allow others to share the printer by enabling PRINTER SHARING on the host computer.
Use the recommended type of paper for each type of printing job.
A direct connection to the PC itself is a better idea than through a USB hub.
The Dell Photo Printer 720 is an inexpensive printer; so if things go bad, think twice about putting any money into repairing it.
Buying a serial to USB adapter is also putting more money into outdated technology; so if your computer doesn't have a USB port, decide if spending that money is worth it.
Use third party or reconditioned ink carts at your own risk!
