This option is for models other than the Designjet 4500, Designjet 800 and the Designjet T1100 printers. If you are connecting the Designjet 4500 printer with your system, then use the local firewire connection method through the firewire interface that provides automatic driver installation and detection.
If you are connecting the Designjet 800 printer or the Designjet T1100 with your system, then use the local USB connection method through the USB interface that provides automatic driver installation and detection.
Other models must use the network connection method described here:
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Make sure the printer you wish to use is configured and setup on the LAN to be recognized by other devices.
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Connect your panel PC to the LAN.
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Select the Setup tab
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Select Options, System.
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Select "Install Printer Driver", scroll the list for the driver that describes the printer model you wish to install and select it. Follow the installation instructions that appear on your screen.
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Control setup - Check that your printer profile corresponds with the printer you selected. Press Setup Tab, Printer, Tool button, Printer Setup. The "Printer Profile" option should be checked and the box text should show the correct printer name.
