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Connecting a parallel printer
Parallel printers are the most common type of printer in use today. These instructions assume you have a parallel printer.
1If you have been using the computer, turn it off.
2If the computer is connected to an AC power source, disconnect the AC adapter.
CAUTION: Never connect the printer cable while the computer is on. Doing so may damage the printer, the computer, or both.
3 Connect the printer cable to the printer and to the computer’s parallel port. Use the printer cable illustration as a connection guide.
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Identifying the ends of a parallel printer cable
4Plug the printer’s power cable into a live electrical outlet.
5See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps.
For more information on getting your printer to print, see Printing your work on page 69.