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    Power Macintosh 9500: Using a Epson Stylus Color Printer (2/96)
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2/8/96
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    This article describes how to resolve printing issues when printing from a Power Macintosh 9500 to an Epson Stylus Color printer.

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    In order to successfully print from a Power Macintosh 9500 series computer to an Epson Stylus Color printer, follow these steps.

    Step 1
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    Use the latest Epson printer driver. The drivers are posted on CompuServe, on Epson's BBS, and on Epson*s web page:

    http://www.epson.com

    According to Epson, you can use version 2.0.3AE for serial connections and use version 2.0.2 for LocalTalk connections. Note that there are several versions of the Epson Stylus Color printer, and each has a slightly different driver. Contact Epson to verify which driver is recommended for your printer.

    Step 2
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    Upgrade the firmware on the printer's motherboard. Contact Epson to identify the ROM size and upgrade it to the proper version.

    Step 3
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    Upgrade to Open Transport v1.0.8, which is available on the online services.

    Step 4
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    Install the System 7.5.2 Printing Fix 1.1, which is also available on the online services.



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Product Area: Computers
Category: Power Macintosh
Sub Category: Power Macintosh 9500

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