HP LaserJet P2050 Series - Software Technical Reference

Install the Macintosh printing system
On a Macintosh computer, the installation procedures are basically the same for a network administrator,
a network client, and a single user. Install the software on any computer that has access rights to the
product. The computer user must also have administrative rights on the computer in order to install the
software.
Topics:
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General installation for Macintosh operating systems
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Detailed Mac OS X installation
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Product setup
General installation for Macintosh operating systems
1. If you are connecting the product to a network, connect the network cable to the product network
port (network models only). If you are connecting the product to a computer using the USB cable,
install the software before connecting the USB cable.
2. Insert the Macintosh printing-system software CD into the CD-ROM drive.
NOTE: If the CD screen does not open automatically, double-click the CD-ROM icon on the
desktop to open the CD-ROM window.
3. Double-click the hplj P2055 v8.3.0mpkg icon.
4. The Introduction dialog appears. Click Continue, and then follow the onscreen instructions to
complete the software installation.
NOTE: The installer might prompt the user for a password. Enter the password, and then click
OK.
NOTE: When you are installing the printing-system software, be patient. The installer must
perform an initial search of the computer for up to 1 minute. During this time the installer might
appear to be stalled.
5. When software installation is complete, click Close.
6. Continue with the steps for setting up a product.
The software program that you use to finish setting up the product varies by operating system. The
following table shows the print setup tools that are available.
Table 5-3 Adding a product in Macintosh operating systems
Operating System Printer Setup Utility Print & Fax
Mac OS X v10.3 and v10.4 x x
Mac OS X v10.5 x
Detailed Mac OS X installation
Topics:
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Main installation sequence
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