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Dymo LabelWriter 550 Printer

Information about the Dymo LabelWriter 550 printer.

The Dymo LabelWriter 550 prints high resolution, security names badges used for child check-in. Multiple label colors are available, and because it is a thermal printer, no ribbon, toner, or ink cartridges are used. The Dymo LabelWriter printer is compatible with ACS and Realm.

Be sure to reference any manuals you receive with your printer for more help on how to use it.

Dymo LabelWriter 450 Turbo User Guides

If you purchased the previous version of this printer (Dymo LabelWriter 450 Turbo), review the following guides for more information:

LabelWriter Quick Start Guide

LabelWriter User Guide

The Dymo LabelWriter 450 Turbo is still supported but has been discontinued by the manufacturer.

Configure your Printer Settings on Mac

If you're using a Mac, follow these steps to configure your printer settings.

  1. Click File > Page Setup.
  2. Select the following settings:
    1. Paper Size: 30857 Name Badge Labels or 30256 Shipping Labels
    2. Orientation: Landscape
    3. Scale: 95%
  3. Click File > Print.
  4. Click Show Details.
  5. Clear Ignore Scaling and Shrink To Fit Page Width.

Install Your Label Printer

Install all of the files necessary for you to use your label printer.

  1. If you're on a Windows computer, close all open Microsoft Office applications.
  2. Visit Dymo's User Guide.
  3. Expand The Latest Software & Drivers for all LabelWriters® and LabelManager®.
  4. Click Download for the operating system you use.
  5. Open the .exe file when the download is complete, and follow the installation instructions.
    Note: If you require further installation help, contact Dymo for assistance.