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DOS Printer Drivers
What is a printer driver?
If you use DOS software programs (whether or not they are
running within Microsoft Windows), you need a specific printer
driver for each DOS program in order to print to your
HP DeskJet printer.
Printer drivers allow you to access the printer’s features from
your software program’s print selections or menus. These
features include print quality, page orientation, paper type,
paper size, and character sets.
How can I get a printer driver?
DOS software manufacturers provide and update printer drivers
for their DOS software programs. The best driver to use is the
one designed specifically for the HP DeskJet printer model you
are using. However, many times you can achieve satisfactory
results by using a different HP DeskJet printer driver.
The following table lists commonly used DOS software programs
and their recommended printer drivers.
How do I install DOS printer drivers?
To install DOS printer drivers, follow the instructions supplied
by the software manufacturer. After you have installed the
printer driver, you will need to set up the driver from within the
software program. If you have any questions or concerns about
the performance of your printer when using one of these
drivers, contact the software manufacturer.
Why doesn’t my software program have a printer driver
for my HP DeskJet printer?
Most of the software industry is focused on the development of
individual software programs that are compatible with Microsoft
Windows. Hewlett-Packard uses this common development
standard to supply a printer driver for use with all Microsoft
DOS Software
Program
Version
Recommended
Printer Driver
WordPerfect 5.1, 5.1+, 6.0 HP DeskJet 600, 670C or
850C
Harvard Graphics 3.0 HP DeskJet 540
Lotus 1-2-3 2.x, 3.x, 4.0 HP DeskJet 540
MS Word 5.5, 6.0 HP DeskJet 560C
