Installing the Software 2-5Installing Software2Installing the SoftwareBefore printing, you need to install the printer drivers and utility software. When youinstall the software, take care to install the correct version of the software that iscompatible with the operating system of your computer.IMPORTANTFor details on the printer drivers and the installation of the software, see the PCL DriverGuide.For WindowsTo print from a Windows 95/98/Me/2000/XP or Windows NT computer, install theprinter driver and utility software from the supplied CD-ROM.The following software is included on the supplied CD-ROM.■ PCL Printer DriverThis is essential software if you want to print from Windows based applications. Be sure toinstall this software.■ NetSpotThis printer utility software enables you to display the status of a printer that is connectedto a computer or network on your computer screen. If you set up the printer and networkboard, you can operate the printer from the connected computer in the same way as youwould operate the printer from the operation panel. Install this software if necessary.When the Machine Is Connected to a NetworkInstall the supplied “NetSpot” network administration software.NOTE• When this machine is connected to a network, you need to set up the network’s operatingsystem (NetWare, UNIX, etc.), and the optional network board. For these settings, seeChapter 1, “Before You Start,” in the Network Guide.• When this machine is connected to a network, print the “PRINT EN CONFIG” list fromthe TEST MENU to check the MAC address of the network board. Then, set up thenetwork OS (NetWare, UNIX, etc.), and the network board. For details, see Chapter 3,“Summary of the Printer Menus,” in the PCL Printer Guide.