Technical information

Connecting to a Windows or DOS computer with a parallel cable
1 Obtain a parallel interface cable like this one.
2 Use the parallel cable to connect the computer to the printer:
What to do after connecting directly to a Windows or DOS computer
m Read the rest of this chapter.
m See Chapter 3 for more information about setting up the printer.
Attach the cable's larger connector to
the parallel port on your computer.
(Your computer’s parallel port may be
in a different location.)
Attach the cable’s smaller connector
to the parallel port on the printer.
Secure the clips.
25-pin D sub
connector
1284C
connector
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Setting Up the LaserWriter 8500