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WIndows 7 x64, USB-Parallel Cable and HP Laserjet 6P Printing Issue
Hi All,
I have a new PC running Windows 7 Ultimate (x64) and an HP LaserJet 6P. The HP website says there are drivers for Windows 7 (x64) available through Windows Update. However, there drivers available there are for x86, AMD64 and IA64; all of which generate an error saying: "The folder you specified doesn't contain a compatible software driver for your device. If the folder contains a driver, make sure it is designed to work with Windows for x64 based systems." I have not been able to find the appropriate drivers for x64 based systems. Windows will not automatically detect the printer because the motherboard (a Gigabyte GA-H55M-S2H) does not have a parallel port and so I have connected a USB-Parallel cable (UE-PA15CC). Windows detects and installs a driver for the cable, listing it as USB Printing Support in the Devices and Printers Control Panel. It also adds two USB Printing Support Ports. So, I guess the main thing here is does anyone know if I can get an HP LaserJet 6P driver for Windows 7 x64 and if so, where? The rest of the issue may sort itself out from there but if you have any more tips, I would be greatful. Cheers Stephen @ ZennHAUS |