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E Printing from DOS Applications About DOS Printer Drivers What is a printer driver? If you use DOS software programs (whether or not they are running within Microsoft Windows), you need a specific printer driver for each DOS program in order to print to your HP DeskJet printer. Printer drivers allow you to access the printer's features from your software program's print selections or menus. These features include print quality, page orientation, paper type, paper size, and character sets. How can I get a printer driver? DOS software manufacturers provide and update printer drivers for their DOS software programs. The best driver to use is the one designed specifically for the HP DeskJet printer model you are using. However, you can often achieve satisfactory results by using a different HP DeskJet printer driver. Listed below are commonly used DOS software programs and their recommended printer drivers. DOS Software Program WordPerfect Harvard Graphics Lotus 1-2-3 MS Word Version 5.1, 5.1+, 6.0 3.0 2.x, 3.x, 4.0 5.5, 6.0 Recommended Printer Driver HP DeskJet 600, 670C or 850C HP DeskJet 540 HP DeskJet 540 HP DeskJet 560C How do I install DOS printer drivers? To install DOS printer drivers, follow the instructions supplied by the software manufacturer. After you have installed the printer driver, you will need to set up the driver from within the software program. If you have any questions or concerns about the performance of your printer when using one of these drivers, contact the software manufacturer. 92

Section	Page
Setting Up Your Printer	9
Step 1: Unpack Your Printer	10
Step 2: Connect Parallel Cable	11
Step 3: Plug in the Power	12
Step 4: Insert Print Cartridges	13
Step 5: Load Paper in Your Printer	15
Step 6: Install the Printer Software	17
USB Step 1: Unpack Your Printer	20
USB Step 2: Plug in the Power	21
USB Step 3: Insert Print Cartridges	22
USB Step 4: Load Paper in Your Printer	24
USB Step 5: Insert Printer Software CD in the Computer	26
USB Step 6: Connect USB Cable	26
USB Step 7: Install the USB Printer Software	26
USB Step 8: Install the Printer Software	28
Align the Inkjet Print Cartridges	30
Print a Page!	30
If You have Problems Installing	31
More Information When Installing Your Printer Software	31
Using Your Printer Software	34
Finding the HP Print Settings Box	34
About the HP Print Settings Box	35
Uninstalling the Printer Software	37
Creative Printing	38
Paper Basics	38
Working with Color	41
Customizing Your Print Jobs	43
Working With Photos	48
Printing Envelopes	50
Printing Labels	53
Printing Cards	54
Printing Non-standard Size Cards	55
Printing on Transparencies	56
Printing Posters	58
Printing Banners	59
Printing Iron-On Transfers	62
Using and Caring for Your Inkjet Print Cartridges	63
Using Inkjet Print Cartridges	63
Replacing an Inkjet Print Cartridge	63
Storing Inkjet Print Cartridges	65
Aligning the Inkjet Print Cartridges	66
Cleaning the Inkjet Print Cartridges	66
Damage Resulting from Refilling the Inkjet Print Cartridges	70
Getting Help When Things Go Wrong	71
Finding the HP DeskJet Toolbox	71
About the HP DeskJet Toolbox	72
HP Customer Care	78
Extended Warranty Options	80
Minimum Printing Margins	82
Supplies and Accessories	83
Printer User’s Guides	84
Paper	84
Ordering Information	85
Specifications	87
Checking Your Computer Settings	90
Frequently Asked Questions About USB (Universal Serial Bus)	94
Using Your HP DeskJet 895C Series Printer on a Network	96
Printing from DOS Applications	99