Connecting the Printer to Your Computer
If the self test printed correctly, you are now ready to connect the
printer to your computer.
Your printer has two separate interface connections: a
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-compatible parallel interface and an RS-232C
compatible serial interface. If you are not sure which one is
required by your computer, check your computer manual.
parallel interface
If you have a suitable shielded cable, you should be able to
connect the printer immediately. If you have one of the few
computers that requires a different type of interface, you should
be able to use one of the optional interfaces described in Chapter 6.
The parallel interface is the printer’s default setting. If you need to
use the built-in serial interface, be sure to change the DIP switch
settings as shown in Chapter 3.
