
Printer problems
The printer will not turn on.
Probable Cause | Solution |
The printer is not plugged in. Check the power cable. Make sure it is plugged into a live power source.
The printer is not turned on. Make sure the printer’s power switch is depressed or set to the On position. If power is applied to the printer, the green power LED should be illuminated.
The printer is defective. | Try another printer, if one is available. |
The printer is turned on but will not print.
Probable Cause | Solution |
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The printer is not connected | Check the data cable between the printer and |
to the system. | the system. Make sure it is connected to the |
| proper port. Check the connector and cable for |
| bent or broken pins. |
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The printer is not designated | If the printer to which you are trying to print is |
as the default printer. | not the default printer, make sure you have |
| selected it through the application’s printer |
| setup function. |
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The printer has not been | From the Printers window (Start Settings |
added to the system. | Printers), |
| directions for adding the new printer. |
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The printer is not | Make sure the |
(ready) | the display indicates “Ready.” |
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