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Installing the Software (Windows) The basic instructions for installing the software are as follows. For detailed instructions, see the Setup Guide. Compatible operating systems Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP • For the Windows OS, use the latest version of Service Pack. Supported connection methods The printer driver works over USB or network (TCP/IP) connections. The driver installation procedure varies depending on the type of connection. Follow these steps to install the software and electronic manuals. Installing the software and electronic manuals • When setting up a USB connection, connect the USB cable during printer driver installation following the instructions displayed. If you accidentally connect the USB cable first, the printer driver may not be installed correctly. • When the printer is connected to a network (via TCP/IP), the printer's IP address may be changed if you reinstall the printer. In this case, be sure to reconfigure the printer's IP address. 1 Turn the computer on. When setting up a TCP/IP (network) connection, after making sure the printer is on, connect the LAN cable to the Ethernet port on the back of the printer and to your network hub port. 2 Insert the provided User Software CD-ROM for the appropriate operating system in the CD-ROM drive. 12