Advanced Guide > Appendix > Updating the Printer Driver > Before Installing the Printer Driver

# Before Installing the Printer Driver

This section describes the items that you should check before installing the Printer Driver. You should also refer to this section if the Printer Driver cannot be installed.

## Check the printer status

- Properly connect the personal computer and the printer. For details on connection instructions, refer to the "Install the Software" in the manual: Getting Started.

- Turn off the printer.

## Check the Personal Computer Settings

- Terminate all running applications.

- In Windows Vista, log on as a user who has the administrator rights.
  In Windows XP, log on as the computer administrator.
  In Windows 2000, log on as a member of the Administrators group.

Note

- If an old version of the Printer Driver is already installed, first delete (uninstall) that version. For instructions on deleting the Printer Driver, see Uninstalling the Printer Driver.

## Related Topics

Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver

Installing the Printer Driver

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