Dell Latitude D630C (Late 2008) - Manual (Page 124)

124 Troubleshooting
AC Power Loss While the Computer Is Docked
If a computer loses AC power while docked to the Dell D/Dock or Dell D/Port,
the computer immediately goes into low-performance mode.
Printer Problems
Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist (see "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 198) as
you complete these checks.
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.
E NSURE THAT THE PRINTER IS TURNED ON .
C H E C K T H E PR I N T E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N S —
• See the printer documentation for cable connection information.
• Ensure that the printer cables are securely connected to the printer and
the computer.
T E S T T H E E L E C T R I CA L O U T L E T — Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by
testing it with another device, such as a lamp.
V E R I F Y T H A T T H E P RI N TE R I S R E C O G N I Z E D B Y W INDO WS —
1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and
Other Hardware.
2 Click View installed printers or fax printers.
If the printer is listed, right-click the printer icon.
3 Click Properties and 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.
R E I N S TA L L T H E PR I N T E R D R I V E R — See the printer documentation for
instructions.
Scanner Problems
Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist (see "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 198) as
you complete these checks.