Power; Printer - eMachines W3650 Reference Manual

Power

Your computer will not turn on
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Printer

The printer will not turn on
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The printer is on but will not print
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Chapter 6: Troubleshooting
Make sure that the power cord is connected to an
AC power source and to your computer, and that your
computer is turned on.
If your computer is plugged into a surge protector, make
sure that the surge protector is connected securely to an
electrical outlet, turned on, and working correctly. To test
the outlet, plug a working device, such as a lamp, into
the outlet and turn it on.
Make sure that the power cord is free from cuts or
damage. Replace any damaged cables.
Make sure that the printer is online. Many printers have
an online/offline button that you may need to press.
Make sure that the power cable is plugged into an
AC power source.
Check the cable between the printer and your computer.
Make sure that it is connected to the correct port.
Make sure that the printer is online. Many printers have
an online/offline button that you may need to press so
the printer can start printing. Press the button to put the
printer online.
Check the cable for bent or broken pins.
If the printer you want to print to is not the default
printer, make sure that you have selected it in the printer
setup.
To set a default printer:
1
Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control
Panel window opens. If your Control Panel is in
Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware.
2
Click/Double-click the Printers and Faxes icon. The
Printers and Faxes window opens.
3
Right-click the printer you want to be the default
printer, then click Set as Default Printer.