Dell DCD0 Automobile Accessories User Manual


 
Quick Reference Guide 47
Printer Problems
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide
.
NOTE: If you need technical assistance for your printer, contact the printer’s
manufacturer.
C
HECK THE PRINTER DOCUMENTATION See the printer documentation for setup
and troubleshooting information.
E
NSURE THAT THE PRINTER IS TURNED ON
CHECK THE PRINTER CABLE CONNECTIONS
See the printer documentation for cable connection information.
Ensure that the printer cables are securely connected to the printer and the computer.
TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by
testing it with another device, such as a lamp.
V
ERIFY THAT THE PRINTER IS RECOGNIZED BY WINDOWS
Windows XP:
1
Click
Start
Control Panel
Printers and Other Hardware
View installed
printers or fax printers
.
2
If the printer is listed, right-click the printer icon.
3
Click
Properties
Ports
. 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
.
Windows Vista:
1
Click
Start
Control Panel
Hardware and Sound
Printer
.
2
If the printer is listed, right-click the printer icon.
3
Click
Properties,
and then click
Ports
.
4
Adjust the settings, as needed.
REINSTALL THE PRINTER DRIVER See the printer documentation for information
on reinstalling the printer driver.
Scanner Problems
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide
.
NOTE: If you need technical assistance for your scanner, contact the scanner’s
manufacturer.