To print to the parallel port with SunPCi III software, simply use the Print command from your
Note – These instructions apply to a local printer that you attach to the parallel port on your SunPCi III card. For information about how to use your Solaris printer with Microsoft Windows operating systems, refer to “Printing From Microsoft Windows or Linux Using Solaris Printers” on page 131.
Connecting a Serial Device
The Serial/Parallel Port backplate contains a serial port that you can use to connect a modem or serial device to operate with SunPCi III software. This serial port is assigned to COM1. FIGURE
To use the serial port, connect the serial cable from your device to the serial port on the Serial/Parallel Port backplate. If you need to install any additional drivers for the device you want to use, have the software diskette or CD handy and use the corresponding Control Panel to install the drivers. For more information about connecting and using the serial device, refer to the documentation that came with your serial device.
▼How to Configure a Serial Mouse for an External Monitor
1.Attach the mouse connector to the serial connector on the Serial/Parallel Port backplate.
Ensure that the connector is firmly secured to the backplate.
2.Click Start, choose Settings, and choose Control Panel from the Microsoft Windows menu.
3.Click the Add New Hardware option.
Follow the Wizard instructions to install the serial mouse.
