Printer does not work | Acer 240, 250 manual

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62	3 Troubleshooting my computer

The printer does not work.

Check the following:

•Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on.

•Depending on your connection (USB or parallel), make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the appropriate port on your computer and the corresponding port on the printer.

•During POST, press F2 to access the BIOS Utility and verify that the parallel port is enabled if you use a parallel printer.

I want to set up my location to use the internal modem.

To properly use your communications software, you need to set up your location:

1Click on Start, Control Panel.

2Double-click on Phone and Modem Options.

3Click on the Dialing Rules tab and begin setting up your location. Refer to Windows Help and Support.

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Acer 240, 250 manual Printer does not work, Want to set up my location to use the internal modem

Contents

TravelMate 240/250 series User’s guide Page First things first Your guides Turning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerTaking care of your computer Cleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packTaking care of your AC adapter English Getting to know your TravelMate Customizing my computer Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index TravelMate Page Front view TravelMate tourDescription Getting to know your TravelMate Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Display FeaturesPerformance Multimedia Human-centric design and ergonomics ConnectivityExpansion Indicators Icon Function Description Indicators in Cover Icon Description Lock keys Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock key Description Desired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypad Windows keys Key Description Hot keys Hot key Icon Function Description English Euro symbol Description Default application Launch Keys Touchpad Touchpad basics Function Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Optical drive StorageHard disk Ejecting the CD or DVD tray Playing DVD movies Region Code Country or Region Floppy drive Ejecting a diskette Audio Power management Moving around Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Preparing the computer What to bring to short meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to long meetings What to bring with you Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computer Special considerations Setting a password Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Changing a password Removing a passwordSetting passwords English Computer Page Connectivity options Expanding through optionsModem Network Universal Serial Bus Inserting a PC Card PC Card slotEjecting a PC Card Upgrade options Memory upgrade Installing memory English Using system utilities Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook Manager Launch Manager Bios Utility Navigating the Bios Utility Information Parameter Description VGA Bios Main Table below describes the parameters in the screen Advanced Primary Master Secondary Master Device Configuration PCI IRQ Routing Security Boot Setting the Boot drive sequence Exit This menu contains the exit options Computer Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screen Image is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computer Keyboard does not respond Floppy drive cannot access a disketteCD or DVD drive cannot access a disc Serial mouse does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modem Printer does not work International Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call English Specifications Page Data storage MicroprocessorMemory Display and video Ports Weight and dimensionsPower Environment Options English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Use conditions Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Important safety instructionsModem notices TBR English Lithium battery statement Laser compliance statement Year 2000 compliance statement LCD pixel statement Regulatory information for 802.11b Wlan Tick noticeRegulatory Information Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation English Index Euro ===NT, ===NU CD ===SN DVD ===SN Using ===OM-===ON Index