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Home > Forums > Server Rack > Printers > HP Printers Forum

Dot matrix printer problem

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sumod1977 (TechnicalUser)
16 Jun 02 23:49
A Wipro DMP gives self test properly but does not print any thing when sent from the computer. The data cable is OK.
edfair (TechnicalUser)
17 Jun 02 8:55
Try from DOS and print something to LPT:. This can be a hardware problem from either end and first you need to find which end.
May require you to swap printers around to determine.

Ed Fair
 unixstuff@juno.com
Any advice I give is my best judgement based on my interpretation of the facts you supply. Help increase my knowledge by providing some feedback, good or bad, on any advice I have given.
spi200 (IS/IT--Management)
19 Jun 02 3:03
dir redirect to printer ie: c:dir >> lpt1
Use only a certified cable - not a $3 dollar made in china cable. Some cables are ok uni directional, but will not work when required to do Bi-directional comms.ie Most buble jet printers now use bi-di comms.
regards

David
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