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How to Download the Latest Lexmark Drivers |
Document ID:HO1167 |
| 09/26/12 | Properties |
Problem
Solution
Overview
This document details how to download and initiate the installation of the latest printer driver.
IMPORTANT! Make sure you have uninstalled any copies of the driver from earlier installations before installing the latest download. Click here for more information on uninstallation.
Procedure
Follow the steps below to download the latest printer driver:
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Create a new folder on your desktop and call it Lexmark. Note: This is optional since some browsers (e.g., Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, etc.) will download the software package to a predetermined folder as originally configured for your web browser; e.g., Downloads folder, Desktop. |
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| 2 | Go to Lexmark Support website. |  |
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Click on the flag beside the Lexmark logo and Search for your Country and Language that matches the language of the driver you are looking for. Note: You will be re-directed to that country's local website |
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| 4 | Type your printer model in the “Enter Product Name” field and click  OR locate and select your product using the grid-like carousel; e.g., Inkjet Printers, All-in-One Inkjet, and so on. |
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| 5 | Locate the “Downloads” tab. |  |
| 6 | Choose the Operating System; e.g., Macintosh, Windows, Linux/Unix. |  |
| 7 | Select the OS Version. |  |
| 8 | Locate and select the driver package of preference. |
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Select Save. The Save as dialog box will appear. |
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Select the folder you created in Step 1 and click on Save to start the download. Note: Some browsers (e.g., Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, etc.) will download the software package to a predetermined folder as originally configured for your web browser; e.g., Downloads folder, Desktop. |
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| 12 | Double-click the downloaded self-extracting driver package to execute or start the installation. |
See Illustration below |
Microsoft Windows
You might see the following security screen:
NOTE: Please click on Run to continue the installation and follow the instructions.
Apple Macintosh
Double-clicking on the package may display a screen as below:
NOTE: Please click on the Install button to start installation and follow instructions.
Still Need Help?
If you require additional assistance, please contact Lexmark Technical Support. NOTE: When calling for support, you will need your printer/model type and serial number (SN).
Please call from near the computer and printer in case the technician on the phone asks you to perform a task on this device.