Datacard Group ImageCard SelectTM and UltraGrafix SelectTM Printers Set up two ECP parallel ports

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PC settings for all operating systems

This section describes how to configure the ECP parallel port.

Configuring the ECP parallel port

For most PCs, the parallel port is configured as an ECP parallel port in the PC's BIOS. The following applies to some PCs and to the Windows 2000, Windows NT, Windows Me, and Windows 98 operating systems.

iSee the information that accompanies your PC for details about changing the BIOS settings.

Configure the ECP parallel port

1Close all open applications.

2Reboot the PC. Observe the screen for instructions on entering Setup.

3Enter Setup and follow the instructions that display early in the reboot sequence. The setup screen will appear.

4In Setup, check to see that the Parallel Port Mode field is set to ECP. If it is not, set it to ECP.

iIf the PC has more than one parallel port, make sure you check the setting for the parallel port to which the printer is attached (LPT1 or LPT2).

iAn ECP port is required for the printer to operate at its maximum processing speed. The printer will operate in compatible or IBM AT mode; however, the printer might not operate as fast.

5Save the setting and exit Setup, following the instructions in the setup screen. Continue with the “Set port values” procedure for your operating system.

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Set up two ECP parallel ports

1Follow the instructions provided with the port to install it and set the jumpers. Record the jumper settings.

iThe jumper settings must match the settings you choose in the Resources tab.

2Right-click on the My Computer icon on the desktop and then select Properties from the popup menu. The System Properties dialog box appears.

3Select the Device Manager tab to view a list of devices.

4Select “View devices by type” if needed.

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