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Getting Started
Connecting a local printer
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Connecting a local printer
Your printer documentation may require you to install the
printer software before physically connecting the printer to
your computer. If you do not install the software as instructed
by the printer manufacturer, the printer may not function
correctly.
Never connect the printer cable while the computer’s power is
on. Doing so may damage the printer, the computer, or both.
Read the documentation that came with your printer. Follow
the manufacturer’s instructions when connecting a local
printer.
You must supply the proper printer cable. If one did not come
with your printer, you may purchase one from an electronics or
computer store.
You can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer
through the USB ports. To determine if the printer is USB-
compatible, check its documentation.
To achieve the connection, you need a suitable USB cable,
which may come with your printer.
To connect a USB printer:
1
Plug the USB connector into one of the USB ports on
your computer.
2
Plug the printer’s power cable into a live AC outlet.
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