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Install the software and connect the scanner – HP 4500c User Manual

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install the scanner

install the software and connect the scanner

Set up your scanner in one of two ways: either install the software first or

connect the scanner first. It is recommended that you install the software first,

especially on a Macintosh computer.

install the

software first

(Windows and

Macintosh)

1

Close all open programs on your computer.

2

Locate the HP Photo & Imaging software CD-ROM that is appropriate for

your language and operating system and insert it into your computer.

3

For a Microsoft Windows computer: Follow the instructions on the screen.

Or, if the installation program does not start automatically:
a. On the Start menu, click Run.
b. Type:

x:setup.exe

(where x is the letter of the CD-ROM drive).

For a Macintosh computer: Double-click the Installation Read Me file on the

CD-ROM and follow the instructions.

4

If the instructions prompt you to shut down your computer, do so.

5

Connect the USB cable between the USB port on the scanner and the

USB port on the computer.

6

Connect the power cable between the scanner and a surge protector or a

grounded wall outlet that is easy to reach. This turns on the scanner.

7

If necessary, turn your computer on again.

HP Scanjet 4570c/5500c

scanner

TMA

APF (HP Scanjet 5500c

only)

If you experience difficulty installing your scanner, see

installation

problems - hp scanjet 4500c/5500c series

on page 13.

A “00” in the LCD on the front panel of the scanner indicates that

a USB connection error has occurred. Check that the USB cable is

securely connected between the scanner and the computer.

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