Power; Printer - Gateway GT5448E - GT - 2 GB RAM Reference Manual

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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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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.
2
Click Hardware and Sound, then click the Change
Default Printer option under the Printers
category. The Printer window opens.
3
Right-click the printer you want to be the default
printer, then click Set as Default Printer.
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