38 Se ttin g U p Yo ur Co m p ute rw w w . d e l l . c o m | s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mSetting Up a PrinterCAUTION: Before performing these procedures, read the safety instructions onpage 11.NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you connect a printer to the computer.See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to:• Obtain and install updated drivers.• Connect the printer to the computer.• Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge.• Contact the printer manufacturer for technical assistance.Printer CableYour printer connects to your computer with either a USB cable or a parallel cable. Yourprinter may not come with a printer cable, so if you purchase a cable separately, ensure thatit is compatible with your printer. If you purchased a printer cable at the same time youpurchased your computer, the cable may arrive in the computer box.Connecting a Parallel Printer1 Complete the operating system setup, if you have not already done so.2 Shut down the computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 42).NOTICE: For best results, use a 3-m (10-ft) or shorter parallel cable.3 Attach the parallel printer cable to the parallel connector on the computer and tightenthe two screws. Attach the cable to the connector on the printer and snap the two clipsinto the two notches.3Y647bk0.book Page 38 Wednesday, April 2, 2003 3:24 PM
