Serial Or Parallel Device Problems; Sound And Speaker Problems - Dell Precision Workstation 370 User's & Service Manual

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in
the Product Information Guide.
NOTE: If you need technical assistance for your printer, contact the printer's manufacturer.
Check the printer documentation —
information.
Ensure that the printer is turned on
Check the printer cable connections —
See the printer documentation for cable connection information.
Ensure that the printer cables are securely connected to the printer and the computer.
Test the electrical outlet —
device, such as a lamp.
Verify that the printer is recognized by Windows —
Windows XP
1. 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 parallel printer, ensure that the Print to the
following port(s): setting is LPT1 (Printer Port). For a USB printer, ensure that the Print to
the following port(s): setting is USB.
Windows 2000
1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Printers.
If the printer is listed, right-click the printer icon.
2. Click Properties and click the Ports tab.
For a parallel printer, ensure that the Print to the following port(s): setting is LPT1 (Printer
Port). For a USB printer, ensure that the Print to the following port(s): setting is USB.
Reinstall the printer driver —

Serial or Parallel Device Problems

Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in
the Product Information Guide.
NOTE: If you are having a problem with a printer, see
Check the option setting —
system setup and go to the Integrated Devices option settings. Ensure that the Serial Port setting or the
Parallel Port setting matches the recommended settings.
Run the Dell Diagnostics

Sound and Speaker Problems

See the printer documentation for setup and troubleshooting
Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another
See the printer documentation for instructions
as you complete these checks.
See the device's documentation for the recommended settings. Then
"Printer Problems."
enter