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Using a printer

 

 

 

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.

To the computer

To the printer

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.