Connecting Printers - Dell Alienware M15x Owner's Manual

Connecting Printers

Connecting a Plug and Play Printer
If your printer supports plug and play, Microsoft Windows will detect it and
attempt to install the printer automatically. In some cases, Windows may require
a driver for the printer. This driver is located on the software CD that is included
with the printer.
1. Connect the printer' s USB cable to an available USB connector on your
laptop.
2. Connect the printer' s power cable to a grounded, three-prong power-strip,
uninterruptible power supply, or wall outlet.
3. Turn on the printer and Microsoft Windows will automatically detect the
printer and install the appropriate driver.
28 CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES
Connecting a Non Plug and Play Printer
Windows Vista
®
1. Click Start Control Panel.
→
Hardware and Sound Add a printer.
2. Click →
3. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Windows 7
®
1. Click Start Control Panel.
→
2. Click Hardware and Sound Devices and Printers
→
3. Follow the instructions on the screen.
For more information, see the documentation that shipped with your printer.
Add a printer.
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