To use the files, send or download them to the printer with the LaserWriter Utility described below. If you are using QuickDraw GX, you can also download printer utilities from the Tektronix Phaser 300X GX printer driver; refer to "Downloading printer utilities" for instructions.

Using the LaserWriter Utility to download files

The LaserWriter Utility version 7.7 is compatible with Apple System Software versions 7.0 and higher. If you are using System Software 6.x, check with the Tektronix BBS for another version of the LaserWriter Utility in the LW_UTIL.SEA compressed archive file. Refer to "Using the Tektronix Bulletin Board Service" for instructions on using the BBS.

Note:The LaserWriter Utility cannot be used if the printer is connected to a print server. See your system administrator to temporarily remove the printer from the print server to download necessary files.

1. Install a supported printer driver and the printer utilities from the printer's CD-ROM; see "Installing the printer's software" for instructions.
2. Select the appropriate printer in the Chooser.
3. Locate the LaserWriter Utility in the PhaserTools folder on your hard disk, and double-click its icon to start the application.
4. Select Download PostScript File from the Utilities menu.
5. Select the file you want sent to the printer, and click Open. (The printer's utility files were installed in the Printer Utilities folder, inside the PhaserTools folder.)
6. At the prompt Save PostScript output as: you are asked for a file name for saving printer output. Use the default name given in the edit box or type in a new name. (Printer output includes status messages generated by the printer reporting such conditions as out of paper.)
7. Click Save to send the file to the printer.
8. If no output is returned by the printer, the LaserWriter Utility displays a dialog box; click OK in the box to continue.
   If output is returned by the printer, you won't see this dialog box; check your hard disk for the file the utility created for the printer's output.