Dell dell precision workstation Personal Computer User Manual


 
Quick Reference Guide 57
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.
C
HECK THE SCANNER DOCUMENTATION See the scanner documentation for setup
and troubleshooting information.
U
NLOCK THE SCANNER Ensure that your scanner is unlocked (if the scanner has a
locking tab or button).
R
ESTART THE COMPUTER AND TRY THE SCANNER AGAIN
CHECK THE CABLE CONNECTIONS
See the scanner documentation for information on cable connections.
Ensure that the scanner cables are securely connected to the scanner and the
computer.
VERIFY THAT THE SCANNER IS RECOGNIZED BY MICROSOFT WINDOWS
Windows XP:
1
Click
Start
Control Panel
Printers and Other Hardware
Scanners and
Cameras
.
2
If your scanner is listed, Windows recognizes the scanner.
Windows Vista:
1
Click
Start
Control Panel
Hardware and Sound
Scanners and Cameras
.
2
If the scanner is listed, Windows recognizes the scanner.
REINSTALL THE SCANNER DRIVER See the scanner documentation for
instructions.