Adding External Options; Parallel Printer - NEC DIRECTION L Service Manual

ADDING EXTERNAL OPTIONS

External connectors on the back of the system unit allow for a variety of industry-standard
options.
This subsection provides the installation procedures for the most commonly used external
options, which are as follows:
T

parallel printer

T
serial devices.
For other external devices, see the instructions that come with the option.
Parallel Printer
Connect a parallel printer to the system as follows.
1. Turn off power to the system and printer.
2. Connect the printer cable to the printer port on the rear of the system unit (see
Figure 3-23).
Secure the cable with the screws provided.
3.
Connect the other end to the printer.
4.
NOTE: Before connecting a printer to the
system, be sure the printer is set up correctly.
Follow the setup instructions that come with the
printer.
Option Installation 3-25