PrintExp Software Installation Guide

Software: PrintExp

1. Preparation Before Installation

1.1 Hardware and System Requirements

Operating System: Windows 10 or later
Processor: Intel Core i5 (2.3 GHz) or higher
Memory: 8 GB or more
Hard Disk: 500 GB or more

1.2 Environment Setup

Make sure the computer is connected to the Internet.
Turn off the firewall and antivirus software before installation.

1.3 Path Naming Rule

To ensure that the installer and driver run correctly, the installer file name and folder path may only contain the following characters:

English letters (A–Z / a–z)
Numbers (0–9)
Underscore (_)
Hyphen (-)
Space ( )

Do not use any other characters.

✔ Correct examples:
C:PMPrinterManager.exe
C:UsersTomDesktopPM_Installer

✘ Incorrect examples:
Paths containing Chinese characters, other languages, emojis, or special symbols.

1.4 Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package

Before installing “PrintExp”, you must first back up the “Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package” provided by the technician to the desktop.

1.5 Backup the Installation Files

Insert the factory-provided USB drive, Locate the following files on the USB drive:

PrintExp Installer Package

Copy both files to your desktop for backup.

Note:
If the USB drive is lost, please contact LINKO Technical Support to obtain a verified and safe installation package.

2. PrintExp Installation Steps

2.1 Install the Runtime Package

Double-click the Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Collection icon on your desktop (See Figure 2.1-1)
Click “Next” as guided (See Figure 2.1-2 / 2.1-3)
When installation is complete, click “Finish” (See Figure 2.1-4 / 2.1-5)

2.2 Select Installation Language

Double-click the extracted PrintExp Installer (See Figure 2.2-1)
Select your preferred language and click “OK” (See Figure 2.2-2)

2.3 Start the Setup Wizard

Click “Next” on the welcome screen (See Figure 2.3).

2.4 Choose Installation Path

You may keep the default path (recommended), or choose another drive, then click “Next”（See Figure 2.4)

2.5 Select Interface Components

In the “Select Components” window, choose the interface type that matches your printer’s physical connector, then click “Next” (See Figure 2.5).

LINK TCP: For Ethernet connection (See Figure 2.5-2)
LINK USB: For USB connection (See Figure 2.5-3)

Please refer to the interface illustrations below to select the correct option.

2.6 Create Desktop Shortcuts

Click “Next” on the “Select Start Menu Folder” screen (See Figure 2.6-1)
Keep both default options checked:
Create a desktop icon
Create a Quick Launch icon
Click “Next” (See Figure 2.6-2)
Click “Install” and wait for the progress bar to complete (See Figure 2.6-3 / 2.6-4)

2.7 Repair VC++ Runtime (Automatically Triggered)

This step is handled automatically by the system.
Simply follow the prompts by clicking Next / Install / Finish.

2.7.1 Repair Microsoft Visual C++ 2008

Click “Next” (See Figure 2.7.1-1)
Agree to the terms and click “Install” (See Figure 2.7.1-2 / 2.7.1-3)
Click “Finish” (See Figure 2.7.1-4)

2.7.2 Repair Microsoft Visual C++ 2010

Select “Repair Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 x86 Redistributable.”
Click “Next” (See Figure 2.7.2-1)
After the repair is complete, click “Finish” (See Figure 2.7.2-2)

2.8 Driver Installation

Wait for the progress bar to load completely (See Figure 2.8-1)
Click “Next” (See Figure 2.8-2)
Check “I accept the terms in the license agreement”, then click “Next” (See Figure 2.8-3)
User information may be left blank; click “Next” (See Figure 2.8-4)

2.9 Complete Installation Process

Select “Complete” installation type and click “Next” (See Figure 2.9-1)
Click “Install” (See Figure 2.9-2)
Wait for installation to finish (See Figure 2.9-3)
Click “Finish” (See Figure 2.9-4)
Click “Finish” again on the final page to complete the setup (See Figure 2.9-5)

3. After Installation

PrintExp has been successfully installed.
A PrintExp shortcut will appear on the desktop.
Double-click it to enter the main interface and begin using the software.

If you encounter any issues during installation, please contact LINKO Technical Support.

LINKO Technical Support

support@dtflinko.com
www.dtflinko.com