Step 4: Attach Cables; Attaching A Parallel Cable; Attaching A Serial Cable - Lexmark Optra Optra T Setup Manual

Step 4: Attach Cables

Attaching a Parallel Cable

Caution!
Turn off and unplug all involved equipment before
attaching the cable.
Parallel
connector

Attaching a Serial Cable

Caution!
Turn off and unplug all involved equipment before
attaching the cable.
Serial connector
20 Attach Cables
To connect your printer to your computer with a
parallel interface cable, use an IEEE 1284-compli-
ant parallel cable that supports bidirectional com-
munication.
We recommend Lexmark part number 1329605
(10 ft) or 1427498 (20 ft). If you use something
other than an IEEE-compliant cable, you may not
be able to access all of your printer functions.
Clips
If your printer is configured with a serial port, con-
nect it to your computer with a null modem serial
cable.
We recommend Lexmark part number 1038693
(50 ft).
1
Align and plug the cable into the parallel
connector as shown.
2
Snap the clips at each end of the connector
down into the notches on the plug as shown.
3
Connect the other end of the parallel cable
to the back of your computer. Tighten the
screws on the parallel cable to the
computer.
4
Check the parallel cable connections to
make sure they are secure.
1
Align and plug the cable into the port on the
back of your printer as shown.
2
Tighten both screws.
3
Connect the other end of the serial cable to
the port on the back of your computer.
4
Check the cable connections to make sure
they are secure.