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Printer Checkout



Printer Checkout
  1.  Make sure the printer is correctly connected and is powered-on.
  2.  Run the printer self-test.


If the printer self-test does not run correctly, the problem is in the printer. Refer to the printer service manual.
If the printer self-test runs correctly, do the following.
  1.  Verify the port settings in configuration.
  2.  Install a wrap plug on the port (indicated in configuration)  and run the advanced diagnostic tests.
  3.  If the advanced diagnostic tests (with the wrap plug installed)  do not detect a failure, replace the printer cable.

     If the problem is not corrected, replace the system board.

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