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Troubleshooting tips, The printer does not work – Acer Aspire 1680 User Manual

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The printer does not work.

Check the following:

Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that
it is turned on.

Depending on your connection (USB or parallel), make sure that
the printer cable is connected securely to the appropriate port on
your computer and the corresponding port on the printer.

During POST, press F2 to access the BIOS Utility and verify that the
parallel port is enabled if you use a parallel printer.

I want to set up my location to use the internal modem.

To properly use your communications software, you need to set up
your location:
1

Click on Start, Setting, Control Panel.

2

Double-click on Phone and Modem Options.

3

Click on the Dialing Rules tab and begin setting up your location.

Refer to Windows Help and Support.

Troubleshooting tips

This notebook computer incorporates an advanced design that delivers
onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems.

If the system reports an error message or an error symptom occurs, see
“Error messages” on page 65. If the problem cannot be resolved, con-
tact your dealer. See “Error messages” on page 65.