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How to Implement Compatible IDs in Printing Devices

How to Implement Compatible IDs in Printing Devices

File name: CIDPrintDev.docx
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Updated: January 20, 2009
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How to Implement Compatible IDs in Printing Devices

File name: CIDPrintDev.xps
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Updated: January 20, 2009

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This paper provides information about the use of compatible identifiers (IDs) in printers for the Windows family of operating systems. It provides guidelines that independent hardware vendors (IHVs) should follow to implement support for compatible IDs in their new printing devices.

This information applies for the Windows 7 operating system.

Included in this white paper:

  • Choosing a Compatible ID

  • Updating the Printer's Firmware

  • Updating the Printing Device's INF File

Windows XP users: Download the XPS Essentials Pack to create and view XPS files. XPS is a simple, secure e-paper format that ensures accurate document reproduction across a range of devices. Learn more about XPS here.

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