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Computer printers are devices used to create a hard-copy of a piece of visual information, be it a picture or a document. Questions about computer printers or printer technologies belong here.

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How can you hook up your laptop to a printer without any cords?

There are four widely used systems and it largely depends on what you're printer supports. Bluetooth printers are available. So if your printer and laptop support bluetooth, it should be fairly straightforward to connect them. Wi-fi printers are also available, these are slightly more awkward to connect to the laptop as the intention is that wi-fi connects to a WAP (wireless access point), not all operating systems allow you to connect a laptop direct to a printer via wi-fi. A third option is wireless USB; this has two meanings: There is a wireless USB standard, for which products are starting to emerge. If your printer supports wireless USB, then that is the way to go. An alternative is a wireless USB extender, these are pairs of devices which can be used to interconnect devices. The fourth technology carries USB or UTP on the mains wiring; adaptors plug into mains sockets and allows you to interconnect devices using the main wiring.

What equipment would you need to set up a powerline network for two desktop computers and a network-enabled printer?

Powerline networking is useful in areas with lots of walls or radio interference, provided you have spare outlets.


You'd need an adapter for each device (3 total)...

Wireless is a more popular and affordable option. You'll want wireless USB adapters for the PC's, and an access point for the printer.


The access point serves as the central communication point, and has the requisite RJ-45 connector for the printer to attach. The two PC's will be able to communicate to each other and the printer over the wireless connection.

A power supply is rated at 800 mAmps. Will it work on a device rated at 1 Amp?

Probably. But the real question is this one. Should I use it? It's not a good idea. The device needs 1 amp. You are hitting it with a supply rated at .8 amps. This will cause the voltage to "sag" a bit, and it will overload the supply a bit. As stated, the unit being driven will probably work. It probably doesn't draw a full amp all the time (unless it's a little TV or the like, which pulls a fairly steady amount of power). Hit the thrift stores or the second hand shops. There are a lot of little power supplies out there. (They're usually called adapters.) You should be able to find what you need. Note that the ends almost certainly won't be the right size or "flavor" your device needs. Go to an electronics shop and spend a couple of bucks and get the right one and solder it on yourself. Be sure make your connection with the correct polarity. This isn't really that hard. If you need help, any electronic or electrical shop can assist, but you'll incur some extra expense. It's not that hard to do it yourself, and it really is a do-it-yourselfer's project. Oh, and you have WikiAnswers for more help.

What is an EIO slot?

EIO (Enhanced I/O)

A hardware interface for HP printers that is used for adding an internal print server and network adapter, a hard disk and other plug-in functionality. EIO cards are smaller than previous MIO cards and more energy efficient. They use the PCI bus.

Dial up modems disconnect with an error no carrier detected however user is able to reach printer modem via landline?

The modem line to your computer may have come loose or may be damaged. Check the wires on the computer and if that doesn't work you will need to call the troubleshooting department for your internet provider.

Do I need a special plug to connect a fax machine and phone in the same phone jack?

most fax machines have two plug sockets on the back, one for the phone line the other for connecting the phone. Just plug the phone into the fax machine.

Can you use water and paper towel to clean the canon imagerunner copier glass?

Canon recommends using water or a mild cleaning solution to clean the copier glass on its products. A well wrung out lint-free cloth is preferred to paper towel.

How long will photos printed on a Hewlett Packard C5280 printer last?

The length of time that photos will last that are printed on a Hewlett Packard C5280 printer is highly dependent on the type of paper that the photos are printed on and the storage conditions. Some recent tests have indicated that inkjet photographs printed on quality photo paper can be displayed 10 to 20 years before losing colorfastness.

Is a printer output or input?

A printer is an output device... UNLESS it's an 'all-in-one' in which case it's an input device too !

How do you get DOS mode printout from a dot matrix printer using USB to parallel converter in Windows mode?

Your question has alot of variables. When you say "dos mode printout", I assume you mean an old DOS application that is printing directly to LPT1. This can also be simulated by opening a command prompt and copying a small text file to lpt1. c:\>COPY TEST.TXT LPT1 I assume your new computer does not have a LPT1 port so you bought a USB to parallel converter to continue to use your old parallel printer. The first suggestion is to share your printer and record the share name. Go to control panel, printers, right click the icon for the printer you are using, click properties, then sharing, then share the printer. Record the share name, for example BROTHERM or HPLASERJ. Note that most people use 8 characters or less for this name for maximum compatibility across operating systems. Now go to control panel, system, Computer Name and record the "full computer name" of your computer. Note that most people also use 8 characters or less for this name for maximum compatibility across operating systems. For example it might be "office" or "dell1234". The period at the end is not part of the "full computer name". Now you can go to a command prompt by clicking on Start, All Programs, Accessories, Command Prompt. Enter this net use command with your computer name and printer share name: net use lpt1: \\computer\share example: c:\>net use lpt1: \\office\hplaserj c:\>net use lpt1: \\dell1234\brotherm check the status of the command be entering the command: c:\>net use There is only a 80% chance this solution will work. I do not know the details of your USB to parallel converter. I do not know the details of your printer. Your printer needs to support "character mode printing". Most parallel printers DO support "character mode printing". There is no industry standard terminology for this printing mode. You could ask "Does the printer support DOS mode printing?" Most network printers do support this character mode printing. Unfortunately this specific specification if often not listed on the outside of the box or on the manufacturer's web site. In your case, my second suggestion would be to discard the USB to parallel converter and instead have a technician install a parallel printer port inside your computer. The printer port will only cost about $15 dollars and the technician will charge you more than that to install it. Then you will have a real LPT1 and you can hook your old parallel port printer directly to this real hardware parallel port. Then there is no conversion or net use command. I assume your old printer has worked in character mode before so you should be 100% guaranteed that this will solve your problem. My third suggestion would be to install a third party software solution. I call these third party because it is not your DOS application, it is not Microsoft Windows, but a third company that has solved your DOS to printer problem. I do not know of any FREE solutions. Most are shareware and cost around $20. There will be minimal download, install, and setup required. Most let you test them out for 100 pages of printout or 30 days in shareware mode to make sure they work before you buy them. This solution will not require that you share your printer or issue any NET USE commands. This solution should be 100% guaranteed since these third party utilities were designed specifically to solve this problem. DOSprn is one such utility that I have seen work. http://www.dosprn.com Here are some example printers and solutions that have been used to print from DOS applications that print to LPT1. Lexmark 2490 printer supports USB and parallel port installation. If you have one of these, I'd hook it up to a real hardware LPT1 port and it will work great. Epson LQ570E printer supports USB and parallel port installation. If you have one of these, I'd hook it up to a real hardware LPT1 port and it will work great. HP LaserJet P3005 printer supports USB and parallel port installation. If you have one of these, I'd hook it up to a real hardware LPT1 port and it will work great. HP InkJet HP6940 printer supports USB only. If you have one of these, I'd share it and use the NET USE lpt1: solution to use it. Brother MFC-7420 printer supports USB and parallel port installation. Unfortunately, this printer does not print in character mode even when it is hooked to a real hardware parallel port. The NET USE LPT1: solution will not work. If you have one of these, you will need to get a different printer or use one of the shareware print utilities like DOSprn.

How can you get an HP PHOTOSMART 4280 all in one printer to work with Airport Extreme?

Don't. Can't. This printer borders on one of the biggest pieces of junk I have ever purchased. I would recommend anything but an HP, and I never thought I would ever say that. Get a Dell printer, what are they a Lexmark? I reinstalled an old lexmark myself and tossed the HP. No one can fix it.

Will Windows Vista software support the HP Color Laser Jet 4500 Printer?

According to HP, the answer is YES: http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/Document.jsp?objectID=c00808536#A5 HP Color LaserJet 4500, 4600, and 4700 Series

{| ! Product Name ! Windows Vista Support | HP Color LaserJet 4500/4550

HP Color LaserJet 4600/4610/4650

HP Color LaserJet 4700 or 4730 MFP Your product is supported 2 |}

2 - Your product is supported. Print drivers are available on www.hp.com and also included with the Microsoft Windows Vista Operating System.

A print driver is now available for your product on www.hp.com. You may download the driver from the " HP & Windows Vista Support and Drivers �? download page.

HP also has an alternative driver solution that you can conveniently find in the Microsoft Windows Vista Operating System printers control panel.

NOTE: HP wants to make sure you have the most up-to-date information on the drivers and software for your HP products. Click here to register for HP Subscriber's Choice. You will be notified when additional drivers become available.

Which online UPS will support five computers and one printer I need power rating in KVA?

We use a 350va ups here, it is currently running on 4 machines, 2 printers. This is 24/7 (plus customers pc's) for the duration they are in the workshop. Recently we have had a number of power cuts in the area, and as im sure your aware, saves us losing everything at a seconds notice, and gives us time to power down correctly.

The model we use is the APC BK350, which can be found here

http://www.directron.com/apcbk350.html

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Why does your laser printer have fading print?

According to the Cisco Academy IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software textbook...the fuser on the laser printer isn't getting hot enough.

Do Deskjet printers print yellow microscopic dots?

Yes, unfortunately they do. This is to stop counter fit and track you if u do it. It matchs the printer model and serial.

Why does my computer send gray scale to all printers?

on your printer settings before you print, you should set your options to what you want instead of gray scale

How can you add second printer to one computer?

you just install the new printer the same way you installed the first one using its CD acomanied . This can be done with as much printers as you need. when you want to use specific printer , you must set it as a default one.

Lexmark X7170 printer connected by usb to a win xp computer I want to share this printer on a network with a win 98 and a win ME when I try to add printer the icon for it disappears can you help?

In 2005, Lexmark advised me that "network sharing" an X7170 is only supported by their WinXP driver. Their Win98/WinME driver doesn't support this attachment method, and wiull not be enhanced. Try this workaround: -- USB connect the X7170 to your WinXP PC and install it there -- Then define it as a 'peer-to-peer' shared printer resource in that PC -- Now any other PC in that workgroup should be able to use it (through the WinXP PC) like any other shared resource Good luck...

What is the basic function of the plotter in a computerized embroidery pattern making machine with plotter and how does it differ from a machine that doesn't have a plotter?

Changed based on post by Narayana.ma in Discuss:What is the basic function of plotter in a computerized embroidery pattern making machine with plotter and how does it differ from a machine that doesn't have a plotter? This question may include the description of an obsolete model embroidery machine. In earlier machines the data was fed to the machine with the help of a huge device known as a "plotter". Such plotters were basically graph sheet like gadgets on which the drawing would be reproduced so that the x,y co-ordinates of the points of the design could be determined and fed to the machine. Today this is replaced by new technology called digital plotting wherein the designs are converted into machine readable format by using some digitizing software which determines the x,y co-ordinates of the points comprised in the design and records them. This recorded data is then transferred to a floppy disc or cd-rom and can then be fed into the machine.

How do you replace Epson RX520 Cartridges?

Press tools button (screwdriver emblem) - click photo option button until display shows 'change cartridges' - press strart button and follow instructions on display