HP RIP Software - HP RIP Software User Guide

Installation 1-17
Microsoft Windows Vista
Due to Windows Vista security considerations, the recommended
method for printing to the RIP under Windows Vista is via the Hot Fold-
ers feature. To continue, see “Step 7: Add Ports and Hot Folders” on
page 1-14.
Microsoft Windows XP
The following procedures show you how to add a printer to Windows XP
using these networking protocols:
• Standard Printer and File Sharing for Microsoft Networks
• TCP/IP
To use Standard Printer and File Sharing for Microsoft Networks:
1. Log in to Windows.
2. Click Start - Settings - Printers and Faxes to open the Printers
folder.
The Printers folder appears.
3. Click Add a Printer to launch the Add Printer Wizard.
The Add Printer Wizard dialog box appears.
4. Click Next.
The Local or Networked Printer dialog box appears.
5. Select Local Port, and click the New Port... button.
A dialog box appears, requesting a port name.
6. Enter the network path to the WinLink port (for example:
“\\myserver\winlink”).
VISTA
XP