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Getting Started

Using a mouse

Using a mouse

You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer’s built-in TouchPad. You can use a USB-compatible mouse.

Connecting a printer

NOTE

Your printer documentation may require you to install the printer

 

software before physically connecting the printer to your computer. If

 

you do not install the software as instructed by the printer

 

manufacturer, the printer may not function correctly.

 

Read the documentation that came with your printer. Follow the

 

manufacturer’s instructions when connecting a printer.

 

 

You can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer through the USB ports. To determine if the printer is USB- compatible, check its documentation.

To make the connection, you need a suitable USB cable which may come with your printer. If a USB cable was not included with your printer, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store.

If your printer supports Plug and Play, your computer may automatically recognize the printer; the printer is then ready for use. Refer to your printer documentation for further instructions.

TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and

Play, check its documentation.

If your printer does not support Plug and Play, you can set up the printer as described in “Setting up a printer” on page 64.

To connect a printer to your computer:

1 Connect the printer cable to the printer and then connect the other end to one of the computer’s USB ports.

2Plug the printer’s power cable into a live AC outlet.

Setting up a printer

NOTE

Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer to your

 

printer installation guide for instructions before completing the

 

following procedure.