Xerox WorkCentre XD100 User Manual

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42Printer Driver Software InstallationThe printer driver software is the program which runs the printer. Itconverts the data in the file you want to print into information that the printercan understand. It also controls communication between the printer andcomputer as the data is printed.You will need the following PC hardware and software in order to use theprinter driver:WorkCentre XD SeriesComputer type IBM PC/AT or Compatible ComputerOperating system Windows 3.1x, Windows 95/98,Windows NT 4.0CPU 486DX 66 MHz or betterRAM 8 MB or moreIEEE-1284 parallelcableTo ensure reliability use the IEEE-1284compliant parallel cable that is supplied withthe machine. Only cables labeled “IEEE-1284”can be used with your WorkCentre.Note: If you are using some of the computer’s memory as a RAM drive,the printer driver may not be able to allocate the correct amount ofmemory. In such a case, reduce the size of the RAM disk, or do not usea RAM disk.If your PC does not have a CD-ROM Drive:If you have access to a computer with a CD-ROM drive and a floppy diskdrive, the WorkCentre XD CD-ROM has a program to create a set ofinstallation diskettes.There are several options available to you. Refer to the order sheet that ispackaged with the WorkCentre XD. This sheet explains how you can:• order floppy diskettes from Xerox.• download the necessary software from the WEB.Note: Refer to Creating WorkCentre XD Floppy Disk InstallationDiskettes section in this User Guide for instructions on making your ownfloppy diskettes.Installation Notes:The Printer Driver Installation software cannot be installed using theControl Panel/Printers for Win 3.1x or the Add Printer Wizard for Win95/98/NT4.0. Please use one of the following methods depending on youroperating system.