Windows 7 and Printer Problems - The DIS Discussion Forums

poohs_hunny · 11-23-2009, 10:08 PM

I just bought a new laptop that runs on Windows 7. I tried putting in my old Dell printer's installation CD, but I keep getting an error message that it can't install properly. I am guessing this is because it doesn't recognize the operating system. I ran into this problem with my camera too, but it ended up working when I tried a second time. Any idea how to resolve this? I was thinking of getting a new wireless printer, but I don't really want to buy a router (they do need a router, right)? I am pretty clueless about wireless stuff. Thanks for any help you can give!

jsmith · 11-23-2009, 10:59 PM

go see if you can download windows7 drivers from dells website. that will let you keep using the printer and resolve the OS issue.

safetymom · 11-24-2009, 07:13 AM

If you printer is fairly new there may be a driver in Windows 7 that you can use, otherwise go to your printers website and download a windows 7 driver.

flit · 11-24-2009, 07:44 AM

• 32- or 64-bit. Most mainstream processors are now 64-bit, which means they can process more information at once than older 32-bit chips. As a result, many PCs now come with the 64-bit version of Windows 7. The biggest benefit: It doesn't have the memory limitations of 32-bit Windows, which can only handle 4 GB of memory. It can also speed programs written to take advantage of 64-bit computing.

But here's a caveat: You'll want to make sure that 64-bit drivers are available for your older peripherals, such as printers and scanners. Otherwise, they may not work with a new system running 64-bit Windows 7. If you have newer equipment, this is not much of an issue.

poohs_hunny · 11-24-2009, 08:34 PM

Thank you! I installed the driver from Dell and my printer is working!

jiminyC_fan · 11-24-2009, 08:37 PM

I have a brand new desktop running on Windows 7 and a brand new printer. It still doesn't have the necessary driver on the website so we sit and wait. Frustrating!

11-23-2009, 10:08 PM	#1
poohs_hunny DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: CT Posts: 777	Windows 7 and Printer Problems I just bought a new laptop that runs on Windows 7. I tried putting in my old Dell printer's installation CD, but I keep getting an error message that it can't install properly. I am guessing this is because it doesn't recognize the operating system. I ran into this problem with my camera too, but it ended up working when I tried a second time. Any idea how to resolve this? I was thinking of getting a new wireless printer, but I don't really want to buy a router (they do need a router, right)? I am pretty clueless about wireless stuff. Thanks for any help you can give! __________________ Can't wait to go back! Past trips: 7/09 - Land & Sea: Caribbean Beach & the Disney Wonder, 8/08 - Pop Century, 10/07 Disneyland & CA Adventure, 6/07 Caribbean Beach , 8/06 Pop Century, 8/05 Caribbean Beach, 5/04 Pop Century, 5/02 Offsite, 5/98 Offsite

11-23-2009, 10:59 PM	#2
jsmith And now I am off to get my clippie! And don't forget to take care of yourself Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: The Best Hometown in the Army Posts: 1,826	go see if you can download windows7 drivers from dells website. that will let you keep using the printer and resolve the OS issue. __________________ the Warrior Ethos I will always place the mission first I will never accept defeat i will never quit i will never leave a fallen comrade Till they all come home

11-24-2009, 07:13 AM	#3
safetymom I work well in committees CBR fan and TF believer! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Now living near the parks! Posts: 37,157	If you printer is fairly new there may be a driver in Windows 7 that you can use, otherwise go to your printers website and download a windows 7 driver. __________________ Caribbean Beach FAQ IV My CBR website My granddaughters

11-24-2009, 07:44 AM	#4
flit Earning My Ears Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 41	This may help • 32- or 64-bit. Most mainstream processors are now 64-bit, which means they can process more information at once than older 32-bit chips. As a result, many PCs now come with the 64-bit version of Windows 7. The biggest benefit: It doesn't have the memory limitations of 32-bit Windows, which can only handle 4 GB of memory. It can also speed programs written to take advantage of 64-bit computing. But here's a caveat: You'll want to make sure that 64-bit drivers are available for your older peripherals, such as printers and scanners. Otherwise, they may not work with a new system running 64-bit Windows 7. If you have newer equipment, this is not much of an issue. __________________ flit

11-24-2009, 08:34 PM	#5
poohs_hunny DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: CT Posts: 777	Thank you! I installed the driver from Dell and my printer is working! __________________ Can't wait to go back! Past trips: 7/09 - Land & Sea: Caribbean Beach & the Disney Wonder, 8/08 - Pop Century, 10/07 Disneyland & CA Adventure, 6/07 Caribbean Beach , 8/06 Pop Century, 8/05 Caribbean Beach, 5/04 Pop Century, 5/02 Offsite, 5/98 Offsite

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11-24-2009, 08:37 PM	#6
jiminyC_fan Missing Captain Mickey! always let your conscience be your guide Gotta love popcorn! Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Littleton, CO Posts: 12,298	I have a brand new desktop running on Windows 7 and a brand new printer. It still doesn't have the necessary driver on the website so we sit and wait. Frustrating! __________________

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