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17 For DOS User How to Use the machine with Your DOS Application Software Before working with your application software that runs on DOS, check that the machine's name appears in the printer selection of your application software. If the machine is not listed, you must install the printer driver that corresponds to HP LaserJet 6P's emulations. The following table shows the combination of printer drivers and emulation mode. To get the most out of this machine, you should install an HP printer driver in your application software. Printer driver supported in your application software HP LaserJet 6P™ Emulation mode to be selected with the remote printer console program HP LaserJet 6P emulation mode • Be sure to choose the proper printer driver in your application software. • Be sure the printing resolution is set to 600 dpi in your DOS application software. What Does the Remote Printer Console Do? The Remote Printer Console (RPC) is a utility program that can run in the DOS environment: This program allows you to change various printer settings such as emulation, print quality, fonts, page setup etc., from your computer screen. Since most DOS applications have a Printer Settings menu that overrides the settings made by the RPC, you may not have to use this utility program. This utility program is useful for application software that does not control the printer's settings and features. Installing the Remote Printer Console Before you install the program, make sure you have the following hardware and software to install the program: DOS Version 3.3 or later Monitor EGA/VGA or compatible Option Mouse; the mouse driver must be installed. (You can also operate the program with the keyboard.) Follow these steps to install the remote printer console program: 1 Make sure the machine is connected to your computer. 2 Start your computer and go to the DOS prompt. If you are in Windows®, exit and return to the DOS prompt. 3 Insert the Brother CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive (substitute your appropriate drive letter for "X"). 4 At the DOS prompt (C:\>) type X: (X is the letter of your CD-ROM drive) and press Enter. C:\>X: PRINTER/SCANNER For DOS User 115