454CONNECTING THE INTERFACE CABLEThis unit includes both USB and parallel interface connectors.Interface cables for connecting the unit to your computer are not included with thisunit. Please purchase the appropriate cable for your computer.Connecting the USB interface cable1 Obtain a shielded USB interface cable.2 Insert the cable into the USB interfaceconnector located on the rear of theunit.3 Insert the other end of the cable into the interface connector ofyour computer, or the USB hub connected to your computer.Connecting the parallel interface cable1 Obtain an IEEE1284 shielded parallel interface cable.2 Ensure that your computer and unit are turned off.3 Insert the cable into the parallelinterface connector located on therear of the unit, and fasten withclasps.4 Insert the other end of the cable intothe interface connector of your computer.•If you intend to use the unit as a scanner, it must be connected toyour computer with a USB interface cable. The scanner functioncannot be used if the unit is connected with a parallel cable.•USB is available with a PC/AT compatible computer that wasoriginally equipped with USB and had Windows 98, Windows Me,Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Professional or WindowsXP Home Edition preinstalled.•Do not connect the interface cable before installing the MFP driver.The interface cable should be connected during installation of theMFP driver. (p.21)