Testing the computer-to-printer connection – Epson ActionLaser 1600 User Manual

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If you are using the parallel interface port, use the following

procedure to make sure you properly connected your

computer to the printer. If you are using the serial interface or

an optional interface, skip this procedure.

1. Turn on your computer; then turn on your printer.

2. Bring up a DOS prompt on your computer screen such as:

3. Type the following

PRINT AUTOEXEC.BAT

The computer displays the following message:

NAME OF LIST DEVICE (PRN):

4. Type the following:

LPT1

The printer prints the AUTOEXEC.BAT file.

If nothing prints or the results are not what you expect, make

sure you used the proper cable, that the cable is connected

securely to both the computer and the printer, and that you

used the correct interface.