Connecting the Printer to Your Computer

Your printer includes both an IEEE-1284-compatible parallel interface and an EIA-232D serial interface. Before you begin, place the printer upright, as shown below. (This makes it easier to connect the cable.)

Connect your computer to the desired interface as described below.

Note:

You can connect a cable to both interfaces; the printer switches automatically to the appropriate interface when it receives data.

Using the parallel interface

You need a shielded, twisted-pair cable no longer than 2 meters (6 feet) to use the parallel interface.

Follow these steps to connect the printer to the computer using the parallel interface:

1. Turn off both the computer and the printer.

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