PowerPC-based computers may have difficulty printing to some third party network printers or print spoolers in certain network configurations. When printing to one of these devices, your computer may freeze or never complete printing, and you may need to restart your computer or cancel the printing job. LaserWriter 8 version 8.3.4 fixes this problem. Note: If you have already installed LaserWriter 8 version 8.4 you do not need version 8.3.4.
In addition to installing LaserWriter 8 version 8.3.4, you should make sure that your computer's system software is version 7.5.3 or later. For information on obtaining system software version 7.5.3, refer to Apple Computer's America Online or Internet sites, or see the custom support information that came with your computer to call Apple directly.
To install this LaserWriter version 8.3.4 follow these steps:
1. Locate the System Folder on the computer's hard disk. Don't open the System Folder.
2. Drag the file named "LaserWriter 8" to the System Folder.
3. A message appears asking if you want the LaserWriter 8 extension to be put into the Extensions folder. Click OK. If a second message appears stating that LaserWriter 8 already exists and asks you if you would like to replace it, click OK.
4. Open the Special menu and choose Restart.
IMPORTANT
If the second message does not appear, then you do not currently have LaserWriter 8 and the associated files installed. Do the following:
1. Refer to the printed manual that came with your computer, and follow the instructions for doing a custom installation.
2. In the Custom Install dialog box you'll see a list of items that can be installed. Click the arrow to the left of the "Printing" check box to reveal the list of printers.
3. Click to put an X in the "LaserWriter 8" checkbox.
4. Click Install. If a message appears stating that you have a newer version already installed, click Newer.
5. Quit the Installer. Open the Special menu and choose Restart.