Advanced Guide > Appendix > Updating the MP Drivers > Before Installing the MP DriversP040Before Installing the MP DriversThis section describes the items that you should check before installing the MP Drivers. You should alsorefer to this section if the MP Drivers cannot be installed.Checking the Machine StatusProperly connect the personal computer and the machine. For details on connection instructions,refer to the "Install the Software" in the manual: Getting Started.Turn off the machine.Checking the Personal Computer SettingsTerminate all running applications.In Windows 7, Windows Vista, log on as a user who has the administrator account.In Windows XP, log on as the computer administrator.ImportantBefore installing the latest MP Drivers, delete the previously installed version. For instructions ondeleting the MP Drivers, see "Deleting the Unnecessary MP Drivers ."Related TopicsObtaining the Latest MP DriversInstalling the MP DriversPage topPage 965 of 1037 pagesBefore Installing the MP Drivers