Connecting To A Computer - Canon Laser Shot LBP2900 User Manual

Connecting to a Computer

This section describes how to connect the printer to a computer.
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This printer is fitted with a USB connector as standard, and can be connected to a
computer using a USB cable.
Connect the printer to a computer equipped with a USB port using a USB cable.
WARNING
If you are connecting or disconnecting the USB cable while the printer power
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plug is connected to a power outlet, make sure that you do not touch the metal
parts of the connector. Doing so may cause an electrical shock.
Do not pull out the USB cable while the computer or printer are turned on. Doing
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so may damage the printer.
IMPORTANT
This printer uses bidirectional communication. Operation of the printer when connected
via unidirectional communication equipment has not been tested. As a result, Canon
cannot guarantee printer operation when the printer is connected using unidirectional
print servers, USB hubs and switching devices.
NOTE
The USB interfaces appropriate for this printer are as follows. For more details, contact
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your local authorized Canon dealer.
- USB 2.0 Hi-Speed/USB Full-Speed (USB1.1 equivalent)
When you connect this printer to a computer via a USB cable, use a computer where the
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USB port has been guaranteed to operate correctly by the manufacturer.
A USB cable is supplied with this printer only within countries and regions of Asia. In
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other countries and regions, prepare according to the specifications of your computer.
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Connecting to a Computer

Make sure that the computer and printer are turned off at the
power.