Parallel Port - Targus PA075U User Manual

Parallel Port

Connecting and Configuring a Printer for the First
Time
To connect a parallel printer:
1 Attach the cable connector to the parallel port on the
port replicator.
2 Install the printer software driver according to the
instructions that come with the device.
3 When prompted to select a port, choose PB1284-1
(USB port). If this port does not appear in the list,
choose the LPT1 port, complete the manufacturer's
setup for your printer, and follow the instructions below
to redirect your printer.
Checking and Redirecting the Printer Port Settings
Follow these instructions to check the printer port settings
and redirect your printer from the LPT1 port to the PB1284-
1 (USB port) on the port replicator.
1 Unplug the printer cable from your computer and plug it
into the port replicator parallel port.
2 Select Start, Settings, and then Printers.
3 Right-click the printer device you are reassigning and
select Properties.
4 In the Printer Properties window, select Details or
Connection for the Printer. (Section titles vary, so check
your printer's user manual for specific instructions.)
5 Change the setting to PB1284-1 (USB port) to redirect
printing to the port replicator.
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