Printer Problems; If You Cannot Print To A Parallel Port Printer - Dell Inspiron 2500 Factory Service Manual

Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2500 Systems
Ensure that the speakers are turned on—
with the speakers.
Adjust the speaker controls—
eliminate distortion.
Adjust the Windows volume control—
in the lower-right corner of your screen. Be sure that the volume is turned up
and that the sound is not muted.
Test the speakers—
connector on the side of the computer. Ensure that the headphone volume is
turned up. Play a music CD.
Run the speaker self-test—
the subwoofer. See the speaker documentation for self-test instructions.
Move the subwoofer away from the computer or monitor—
external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is at
least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor.
Eliminate possible interference—
halogen lamps to check for interference.
Reinstall the sound (audio) driver—

Printer Problems

If you cannot print to a parallel port printer

Verify the printer cable connections—
connected (see "Connecting a Printer" in the Dell Solutions Guide that came
with your computer).
Test the electrical outlet—
testing it with another device, such as a lamp.
Ensure that the printer is turned on—
the printer.
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Adjust the volume, bass, or treble controls to
Double-click the yellow speaker icon
Plug the speaker audio cable in to the headphone
Some speaker systems have a self-test button on
Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or
See
Ensure that the printer cable is
Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by
See the documentation supplied with
See the setup diagram supplied
"Reinstalling Drivers and
If your
Utilities."