Printer Problems - Dell XPS 710 Owner's Manual

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• Ensure that the processor power cable is securely connected to the system board power connector
(POWER2) (see "System Board Components" on page 79).
• Remove and then reinstall all memory modules (see "Memory" on page 80).
• Remove and then reinstall any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see "Removing PCI and PCI
Express Cards" on page 85).
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• Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables
• Too many devices connected to the same power strip
• Multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet

Printer Problems

CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product
Information Guide.
NOTE:
If you need technical assistance for your printer, contact the printer's manufacturer.
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troubleshooting information.
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• 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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device, such as a lamp.
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Click Start, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware.
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Click View installed printers or fax printers.
If the printer is listed, right-click the printer icon.
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Click Properties, then click the Ports tab. For a parallel printer, ensure that Print to the following
port(s): is set to LPT1 (Printer Port). For a USB printer, ensure that Print to the following port(s): is set
to USB.
— A device may be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed.
— Some possible causes of interference are:
— See the printer documentation for setup and
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— Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another
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