Dell 690 manual Printer Problems, Serial or Parallel Device Problems

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The computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might exist.

Ensure that the processor power cable is securely connected to the system board.

See Diagnostic Lights.

Eliminate interference — Some possible causes of interference are:

Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables

Too many devices on a power strip

Multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet

Printer Problems

Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks.

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

NOTE: If you need technical assistance for your printer, contact the printer's manufacturer.

Check the printer documentation — See the printer documentation for setup and troubleshooting 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 — Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp.

Verify that the printer is recognized by Windows —

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.

Reinstall the printer driver — See the printer documentation for instructions

Serial or Parallel Device Problems

Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks.

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

NOTE: If you are having a problem with a printer, see Printer Problems.

Check the option setting — See the device's documentation for the recommended settings. and go to the Integrated Devices option settings. Ensure that the Serial Port setting or the recommended settings.

Then enter system setup (see System Setup) Parallel Port setting matches the

Check the Diagnostic Lights — See Dell Diagnostics.

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Dell 690 manual Printer Problems, Serial or Parallel Device Problems, Verify that the printer is recognized by Windows