Printer Problems - Dell Vostro 1500 Owner's Manual

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O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T
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protection devices, power strips, and extension cables to verify that the
computer turns on.
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L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N T E R F E R E N C E
halogen lamps, or other appliances.
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D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I E S
page 59.
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the display remains blank, reinstall the memory modules (see "Memory" on
page 162).

Printer Problems

Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 192 as you complete these
checks.
CAUTION:
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
NOTE:
If you need technical assistance for your printer, contact the printer's
manufacturer.
H E C K T H E P R I N T E R D O C U M E N T A T I O N
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setup and troubleshooting information.
N S U R E T H A T T H E P R I N T E R I S T U R N E D O N
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H E C K T H E P R I N T E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N S
See the printer documentation for cable connection information.
Ensure that the printer cables are securely connected to the printer and
the computer.
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testing it with another device, such as a lamp.
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E R I F Y T H A T T H E P R I N T E R I S R E C O G N I Z E D B Y
Windows XP
1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ View
installed printers or fax printers.
2 If the printer is listed, right-click the printer icon.
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Troubleshooting
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by
Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights,
See "Power Management Modes" on
If the computer power light turns on, but
See the printer documentation for
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Bypass power

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