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How to Add Printer Drivers to OS X Leopard

    Original Mac OS X Install Disk

    • 1). Insert the original OS X 10.5 "Install Disk" that came with your Mac. Click "Install Mac OS X," then click the "Restart" button in the "Install Mac OS X" dialog window.

      Enter your name and password, then click "OK."

    • 2). Choose the preferred language, then click the forward-facing arrow to proceed. Agree to the License Agreement. Choose a destination where you want to install the printer drivers. Click the "Options" button.

    • 3). Click "Customize" to select the printer drivers you want to install. Click the drill-down box next to "Printer Drivers," then select the appropriate printer in the list. Click "Done," then click "Install."

    • 4). Click the "Apple" from the Desktop, then scroll to "System Preferences." Click "Print & Fax" in the "Hardware" pane. Click the "+" sign to find your printer name in the list, then click "Add."

    Download From Printer Manufacturer's Website or CD

    • 1). Visit the printer manufacturer's website. Look for "Drivers and Support." Look for your product category, such as "All-In-Ones" or "Inkjet," then choose your individual model. Alternatively, install from the printer CD that came with your printer.

    • 2). Locate the latest drivers for Mac OS 10.5. Click to download the driver.

    • 3). Follow the onscreen instructions for installation.

    • 4). Click the "Apple" from the Desktop, then scroll to "System Preferences." Click "Print & Fax" in the "Hardware" pane. Click the "+" sign to find your printer name in the list, then click "Add."

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