Connecting a Parallel Printer | Dell 3000 manual

3Attach the USB printer cable to the USB connectors on the computer and the printer. The USB connectors fit only one way.

USB connector on computer

USB connector on printer

USB printer cable

Connecting a Parallel Printer

1Complete the operating system setup, if you have not already done so.

2Turn off the computer (see page 45).

NOTICE: For best results, use a 3-m (10-ft) or shorter parallel cable.

3Attach the parallel printer cable to the parallel connector on the computer and tighten the two screws. Attach the cable to the connector on the printer and snap the two clips into the two notches.

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Dell 3000 manual Connecting a Parallel Printer, USB connector on computer

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Network adapter connector Service tag Floppy drive light Power light Power buttonW . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Abbreviations and Acronyms Contents Advanced Troubleshooting Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Appendix How to play CDs and DVDs What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty informationTips on using Microsoft Windows XP How to use standby mode and hibernate mode Warranty, and repair information Use the Service Tag toWhen you use Specifications, and white papers Setting Up and Using Your Computer Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a USB Printer Printer Cable Connecting a Parallel Printer USB connector on computer Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network Adapter Network Setup Wizard Connecting to the InternetClick Checklist for creating a network Click Connect to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionIf you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP Using Blank CDs and DVDs How to Copy a CD or DVDCopying CDs and DVDs Helpful Tips Media Type Read Write Rewritable Hyper-Threading Click Hardware and click Device Manager Drive Problems Troubleshooting TipsBattery Problems Solving Problems CD and DVD drive problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW drive Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Hard drive problems Error Messages Use these characters in filenames Ieee 1394 Device Problems Product Information Guide Computer does not start up Keyboard ProblemsLockups and Software Problems Computer stops responding Program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Program stops respondingProgram crashes repeatedly Solid blue screen appears Memory Problems Other software problems Mouse Problems Network Problems Power Problems Printer Problems Scanner Problems Sound and Speaker Problems No sound from speakers No sound from headphones Video and Monitor ProblemsIf the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to read Solving Problems If the problem persists, contact Dell see Diagnostic LightsLight Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Advanced Troubleshooting If the problem still exists, install a Problem Description Suggested ResolutionRemove the card, reinstall it see If the problem persists or See Determine if a conflict exists byRestarting the computer see Ensure that the cables are properly Dell Diagnostics Main Menu Dell DiagnosticsOption Function Tab Function Drivers What Is a Driver?Reinstalling Drivers Identifying Drivers Manually Reinstalling Drivers Using Windows XP Device Driver RollbackRestoring Your Operating System Creating a Restore Point Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Undoing the Last System Restore Using Dell PC Restore by SymantecEnabling System Restore Removing Dell PC Restore Before You Begin Using the Operating System CDReinstalling Windows XP Dell Operating System CD Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Recommended Tools Removing and Installing PartsBefore You Begin Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer Front and Back View of the Computer Front View Back View Modem connector Cable from your monitor into the blue connector Removing the Computer Cover Computer cover Cover latch Back of computer Inside View of Your Computer System Board Components Memory Memory Installation Guidelines DDR Memory Overview Installing Memory Securing clips Connector Removing and Installing Parts Cards Notch Memory module Cutouts Crossbar Securing screw Filler bracket Removing and Installing Parts Installing a PCI CardPCI Cards Card Card cutout Not fully seated card Fully seated card Bracket Removing a PCI Card Removing the Front Panel Front PanelSide hinges Front panel Top tab Removing the Front-Panel Insert Tabs Insert Reattaching the Front Panel DrivesSide hinges Front panel Drive Interface Connectors General Installation GuidelinesConnecting Drive Cables Power Cable Connector Hard Drive Power cable Data cableRemoving a Hard Drive Drive bracket Small bracket tabs Drive bracket Installing a Hard Drive Floppy Drive Removing a Floppy Drive Installing a Floppy Drive Top bracket screw Drive bracket Floppy drive CD/DVD Drive Data cable Power cable Removing a CD/DVD Drive Installing a CD/DVD Drive Adding a Second CD or DVD Drive Drive Alignment screws Drive Securing screw Battery Second CD/DVD connector secondary drive Battery Battery socket Tab Replacing the Computer Cover Removing and Installing Parts Specifications Video Connectors Three Connector size PinsConnectors Audio Information Backup battery Connectors PS/2 keyboard and mousePower Wattage System Setup Overview Entering System Setup System Setup Screens System Setup Options To Off, AT , PS/2 , EPP , or ECP COM3 Mode settingSystem Password option Manufacturer Remotely from Suspend Up from Hibernate or OffDisk Option Settings Boot SequenceChanging Boot Sequence for the Current Boot Clearing Forgotten Passwords Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals FCC Notices U.S. OnlyClass a Class B Contacting Dell FCC Identification Information Aruba Antigua and BarbudaArgentina Buenos Aires Australia Sydney Belgium Brussels BahamasBarbados 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