Printer Problems; Scanner Problems - Dell Inspiron 9300 Owner's Manual

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.
C 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
troubleshooting information.
E 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
C 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.
T E S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T
another device, such as a lamp.
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
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Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware.
2
Click View installed printers or fax printers.
If the printer is listed, right-click the printer icon.
3 Click Properties and click the Ports tab. For a USB printer, ensure that the Print to the following
port(s): setting is USB.
E I N S T A L L T H E P R I N T E R D R I V E R
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Scanner 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 scanner, contact the scanner's manufacturer.
C H E C K T H E S C A N N E R D O C U M E N T A T I O N
troubleshooting information.
U N L O C K T H E S C A N N E R
— See the printer documentation for setup and
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— Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with
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— See the printer documentation for instructions
— See the scanner documentation for setup and
— Ensure that your scanner is unlocked if it has a locking tab or button.
I N D O W S
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Solving Problems