Parallel Printer - Dell Dimension 4200 Solution Manual

HINT:
If you have
problems with your
printer, contact the
printer manufacturer for
assistance.
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See the documentation that came with the printer for any recommended
preparation procedures, such as:
• Removing the packaging
• Installing the toner or ink cartridge
• Loading paper
Then follow the instructions that came with the printer to connect it to the
computer. If no information is provided, see the following sections.

Parallel Printer

Turn off the computer (see page 14).
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NOTICE:
Use only a standard IEEE parallel cable measuring 10 ft (3 m) or
less to connect the printer to the computer. Use of a nonstandard cable may
prevent the printer from working.
Attach the parallel printer cable to the parallel connector on the
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computer and tighten the two screws. Attach the cable to the parallel
connector on the printer and snap the two clips into the two notches.
screws (2)
parallel printer
cable
parallel connector
on computer
notches (2)
parallel connector
on printer
clips (2)