7 Testing the computer-to-printer connection

If you are using the parallel interface port, use the following procedure to make sure you properly connected your computer to the printer. If you are using the serial interface or an optional interface, skip this procedure.

1.Turn on your computer; then turn on your printer.

2.Bring up a DOS prompt on your computer screen such as:

c:>

3. Type the following:PRINT AUTOEXEC.BATThe computer displays the following message:NAME OF LIST DEVICE (PRN):

4.Type the following: LPT1

The printer prints the AUTOEXEC.BAT file.

If nothing prints or the results are not what you expect, make sure you used the proper cable, that the cable is connected securely to both the computer and the printer, and that you used the correct interface.