Setting Up And Using Your Computer; Setting Up A Printer; Printer Cable; Connecting A Parallel Printer - Dell Dimension DMC Owner's Manual

Setting Up and Using Your Computer

Setting Up a Printer

NOTICE:
Complete the operating system setup before you connect a printer to the computer.
See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to:
• Obtain and install updated drivers.
• Connect the printer to the computer.
• Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge.
• Contact the printer manufacturer for technical assistance.

Printer Cable

Your printer connects to your computer with either a USB cable or a parallel cable. Your printer may
not come with a printer cable, so if you purchase a cable separately, ensure that it is compatible
with your printer. If you purchased a printer cable at the same time you purchased your computer,
the cable may arrive in the computer box.

Connecting a Parallel Printer

Complete the operating system setup, if you have not already done so.
1
Shut down the computer through the Start menu (see page 18).
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NOTICE:
For best results, use a 3-m (10-ft) or shorter parallel cable.
Attach the parallel printer cable to the parallel connector on the computer and tighten the
3
two screws. Attach the cable to the connector on the printer and snap the two clips into the
two notches.
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