Printer Problems; If You Cannot Print To A Parallel Port Printer - Dell Inspiron 4000 Solution Manual

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button on the subwoofer. See the speaker documentation for self-test
instructions.
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your external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is
at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor.
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lights, or halogen lamps to check for interference.
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Printer Problems

If you cannot print to a parallel port printer

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cable is connected as described on page 16.
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by testing it with another device, such as a lamp.
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supplied with the printer.
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Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Printers.
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If the printer is listed, right-click the printer icon, click Properties, and then
select the Details tab.
Ensure that the Print to the following port: setting is LPT1 (Printer Port).
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- — Some speaker systems have a self-test
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— Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent
( ) — See page 44.
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Ensure that the printer
— Ensure that the electrical outlet is working
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See the documentation
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See page 16.
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