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Getting Started
Installing additional memory (optional)
Connecting a printer
NOTE: Read the documentation that came with your printer. Follow
the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a local printer.
NOTE: You must supply the proper printer cable. If one did not
come with your printer, you may purchase one from an electronics
or computer store.
If your printer is ECP- or IEEE-compliant, make sure your printer
cable is an IEEE 1284 cable.
CAUTION: Your printer documentation may require you to install
the printer software before physically connecting the printer to
your computer. If you do not install the software as instructed by
the printer manufacturer, the printer may not function correctly.
CAUTION: Never connect the printer cable while the computer's
power is on. Doing so may damage the printer, the computer, or
both.
You can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer
through the USB ports. To determine if the printer is USB-
compatible, check its documentation.
To achieve the connection, you need a suitable USB cable,
which may come with your printer. You can purchase one
from a computer or electronics store.
To connect a USB printer:
1
Plug the USB connector into one of the USB ports on
your computer
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