Epson 400 Check the Printer, Connect the Printer to Your Computer

Note:

The printer is assigned to parallel port LPT1; if you want to use a different port, see your Windows® documentation for instructions.

Check the Printer

1.Turn off the printer.

2.While holding down the load/eject button, turn on the printer. Then release the buttons.

3.A page prints out showing the ROM version and a multicolor nozzle check pattern consisting of staggered horizontal and straight vertical lines. When it’s finished, turn off the printer.

If you have any problems with the printer check, see

Chapter 5 of your User’s Guide for solutions.

Connect the Printer to Your Computer

You’ll need a shielded parallel cable to connect the printer. For a complete list of system requirements, see the Introduction of your User’s Guide.

1.Turn off the printer and your computer.

2.Connect the cable to the printer’s parallel interface; then squeeze the wire clips together until they lock in place. (If your cable has a ground wire, connect it now.)

ground wire

3.Connect the other end of the cable to your computer’s parallel port and secure it as necessary.

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