Printer Problems - Dell Inspiron PP22L Owner's Manual

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protection devices, power strips, and extension cables to verify that the
computer turns on.
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halogen lamps, or other appliances.
D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I E S
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Settings" on page 50.
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display remains blank, reinstall the memory modules (see "Memory" on page 150).

Printer Problems

Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 178 as you complete these checks.
CAUTION:
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
NOTE:
If you need technical assistance for your printer, contact the printer's
manufacturer.
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setup and troubleshooting information.
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• See the printer documentation for cable connection information.
• Ensure that the printer cables are securely connected to the printer and
the computer.
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testing it with another device, such as a lamp.
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1 Click Start
2 Right-click the printer icon.
3 Click Properties, and then click the Ports tab. For a parallel printer, ensure that
the Print to the following port(s): setting is LPT1 (Printer Port). For a USB
printer, ensure that the Print to the following port(s): setting is USB.
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instructions.
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Troubleshooting
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Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by
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→ Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Printers.
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Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights,
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See "Configuring Power Management
If the computer power light turns on, but the
See the printer documentation for
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See the printer documentation for
Bypass power
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