Parallel Devices, Connecting a parallel printer | NEC L320 instruction

Parallel Devices

To install a parallel device such as a printer, you need a cable with a male 25-pin connector for the system and, for most parallel printers, a Centronics® -compatible 36-pin connector.

Note When you connect a printer, be sure to install the appropriate printer driver through the Windows control panel.

Connect a parallel device to your NEC Versa as follows.

1.Check that power to both the NEC Versa and the device is off.

2.Align and connect the 25-pin parallel cable connector to the parallel port on the system. Secure the cable with the screws provided.

3.Align and connect the other end of the cable to the parallel port on the device. Lock the connector clips.

Connecting a parallel printer

4.Connect the power cable to the device and a properly grounded wall outlet.

5.Turn on power to the system and the device.

Note Check that the device is online before you try to use it. See the instructions that came with the device for more information.

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NEC L320 manual Parallel Devices, Connecting a parallel printer

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Versa L320 Proprietary Notice and Liability Disclaimer Contents Iv Contents Using the Operating System and Utilities Vi Contents Traveling Tips Solving System Problems Viii Contents Using This Guide Using This Guide Text Conventions Related Documents Introducing the NEC Versa Before You Begin Introducing the NEC Versa About Your NEC Versa L320 Notebook NEC Versa L320 notebook computer Around the Front of the System Opening Your SystemBase Unit LCD panel and base unit Control Panel Security and Personal Code Buttons Power ButtonControl panel Status LEDs Shortcut ButtonsControl panel LEDs Power Status LEDs Operating Status LEDs Keyboard Panel Keyboard Introducing the NEC Versa Introducing the NEC Versa Front Features Front features Back features Around the Back of the System Left-side features Around the Left Side of the System Right side features Around the Right Side of the System Bottom features Around the Bottom of the System About the NEC Cable PortBar NEC Cable PortBar About NEC Wireless LAN NEC Cable PortBar power connectors Getting Started NEC VersaGlide Touchpad VersaGlide featuresGetting Started VersaGlide Adjustments Power Sources for Your NEC VersaVersaGlide Tips AC Adapter Connecting the AC AdapterAC adapter Powering On Your System Connecting the AC adapter Primary Battery Secondary BatteryCmos Battery System Batteries Determining Battery Status Using the Primary BatteryPrimary battery Returning the Battery to its Normal State Low Battery StatusExtending Battery Life Battery Handling Replacing the Battery Locating the battery bay release latch Removing the battery Charging the Battery Inserting the battery Battery Precautions Precautions for Recharging the Battery Secondary Battery Precautions Using a Secondary BatteryReplacing the Secondary Battery Precautions for System Use System Care Routine Cleaning Storage Requirements Using the Bios Setup Utility Entering Bios Setup Introducing Bios SetupUsing the Bios Setup Utility Bios Setup Main Menu Bios Setup Main Menu Advanced Bios Setup Looking at Screens Using Keys Checking/Setting System ParametersBios Setup Key Functions Main Menu Resetting System ParametersMain Menu Advanced Menu Advanced Menu System Security Setup Security Menu Password Protection Establishing Passwords Hard Disk Drive Passwords FingerPrint Protection Establishing Hard Disk Drive Passwords Changing Hard Disk Drive Passwords Using Hard Disk Drive Password Protection Moving the Hard Disk Drive Power Menu Power Menu Using the Bios Setup Utility Boot Menu Exit Menu Managing System Power Windows 2000 Power Options Properties Windows 2000 Power Schemes Power Schemes Windows 2000 Alarms Alarms Windows 2000 Power Meter Windows 2000 AdvancedWindows 2000 Hibernate Advanced Windows 98 SE Power Management Properties Windows 2000 and Intel SpeedStep Technology Windows 98 SE Power Schemes Windows 98 SE Alarms Windows 98 SE Power Meter Windows 98 SE Hibernate Windows 98 SE AdvancedAdvanced Windows Windows Power Management States Windows 98 SE and Intel SpeedStep Technology Recognizing the Windows Power Management States Windows Power Management Behavior Accessing Switches Checking Switch SettingsLocating the Mini PCI/MDC bay cover Looking at Switch Settings Default switch settings Updating the Bios Obtaining the Bios Update Preparing the Bios Update Diskette Performing the Bios Update Using the Bios Setup Utility Using the Operating System and Utilities NEC CD-RW CD Using the Operating System and Utilities Windows IntroductionWindows Desktop Icons Taskbar Icons Windows 98 Second Edition Using the Operating System and Utilities Taskbar Icons Using the NEC Customize Utility NEC UtilitiesNEC Customize Utility NEC Customize Utility Screen Preparing Your System for the Phdisk Utility Phdisk Utility for Windows 98 SERunning the Phdisk Utility Create Partition Create File Reboot Exit Applet for Intel SpeedStep2 Technology SoftDVD Player CD Launching the A&D CD with Windows Application and Driver CDLaunching the A&D CD with Windows 98 SE Installing the A&D CD Software Personal Code Setting UtilityApplication and Driver CD Dialog Box Locating Personal Code Setting buttons Identifying Personal Code Setting ButtonsEstablishing Personal Codes Clearing a Personal Code Using the Personal Code to Access the System Bringing the System Out of a Power-Saving ModeInstalling the NEC Info Center NEC Info Center Uninstalling the NEC Info Center PartitionMagic Special Edition Product Recovery CD Guidelines for Using the Product Recovery CD Product Recovery CD Options Full Disk Drive Restore Using the Operating System and Utilities Partition Only Restore One-Touch Start Button Settings Utility Using the Operating System and Utilities Using the System Drives and Bays NEC Modular Bay Slot Using the System Drives and BaysNEC VersaBay IV Slot Using the Phoenix BaySwap Utility Installing the Phoenix BaySwap UtilityPhoenix BaySwap Utility Locating NEC Modular Bay features Removing a Device from the NEC Modular Bay Slot Removing a Device from the NEC VersaBay IV Slot Installing a Device in the NEC Modular Bay SlotLocating the NEC VersaBay IV release latch Installing a Device in the NEC VersaBay IV Slot Removing a device from the VersaBay IV slot Variable-Speed CD-ROM Drive Inserting a device into the NEC VersaBay IV slot CD Loading CD-ROM drive featuresCD Care Changing the Auto Play Setting Variable-Speed CD-RW Drive Variable-Speed DVD-ROM Drive DVD-ROM drive features Combination CD-RW and DVD-ROM Drive Combination CD-RW and DVD-ROM drive features Memory Modules Memory bay cover and screw Removing the memory module Installing the memory module Communicating with Your NEC Versa MDC Modem Connecting the ModemCommunicating with Your NEC Versa Mini PCI LAN PC CardsType II Cards Type II Extended Cards Storage Cards Communication CardsInterface Cards PC Card Slots Other CardsInserting a PC Card Removing a Card Inserting a PC Card Internet Connections Accessing the InternetInternet Connection Wizard in Windows 98/2000 Sending and Receiving E-mail IR PortModifying the Internet and E-mail Shortcut Buttons Enabling the IR Port Enabling Infrared Communications Using the IR Port Enabling Wireless LAN in Bios Setup Mini PCI Wireless LANChecking Your Wireless Connection Viewing/Changing Configuration Settings Client Manager Status Communicating with Your NEC Versa Traveling Tips Packing for Travel Preparing for TravelTraveling Tips Using Power Connections Getting Through Customs Connecting Using a Modem Connecting to the InternetConnecting Using a LAN Traveling Tips Using External Devices Using External Devices Connecting an external keyboard/mouseKeyboard/Mouse Connecting a USB device USB Device Connecting a serial device Serial Devices Disconnecting the PortBar Connecting the PortBarNEC Cable PortBar Connecting a monitor Monitor Connecting an S-Video supported device Video Supported Device Connecting an Ieee 1394 device Ieee 1394 Devices Connecting a parallel printer Parallel Devices Audio Options Using Multimedia Audio Video Multimedia Applications Audio Using MultimediaRecording Microphone CD-ROM/DVD-ROM InputPlaying Back Using Headphones Using the Built-In SpeakersUsing External Stereo Speakers Video Using Animation Files Using Digital Video FilesMultimedia Applications Solving System Problems Problem Checklist Startup Problems If You Need Assistance Troubleshooting Problem ChecklistSolving System Problems Startup Problems Post Error Messages Post Error Messages If You Need Assistance Getting Service and Support Service and Support Contact Information Getting Service and Support Web Site Support Services Mail to Support Services Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Making Your Computer Work for You Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-3 Adjust Your ChairArrange Your Equipment Adjust Your Input Devices Adjust Your Screen or Monitor Vary Your Workday Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-5Pre-existing Conditions and Psychosocial Factors Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment Specifications Specifications System Components Specifications B-3 LCD Specifications B-5 Diskette Drive CD-RW Drive Specifications B-7 DVD-ROM and CD-RW Combination Drive MDC Modem built-in Dimensions Specifications B-9 Interrupt Controllers Interrupts Memory Map Specifications B-11System Memory Map Frequently Asked Questions External Mouse Frequently Asked QuestionsDisplay Frequently Asked Questions C-3 Diskette Drive Booting How do I format a diskette? Power Management Frequently Asked Questions C-5 How do I bring my system out of Standby mode? Frequently Asked Questions C-7 Miscellaneous How do I save a file? Glossary Glossary Bps a unit of transmission. Also called baud rate Electronic timer used to synchronize computer operations Hz a unit of frequency equal to one cycle per second Connection that enables two devices to communicate MB 1,048,576 bytes Interface that communicates multiple data bits at a time Picture elements. Tiny dots that make up a screen image An interface that communicates information one bit at a time Pdif To record or store information to a storage device Index Index Index Index Index Index Index Index Index Regulatory Statements FCC Statement for United States OnlyCanadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement Regulatory Statements Battery Replacement Battery DisposalEuropean Community Directive Conformance Statement LCD Panel Disposal Declaration of Conformity