2.5.2
Installing External Parallel Printer
The Notebook is equipped with a bi-directional, ECC/EPP compatible, 25-pin
parallel printer port. The connector pinouts and connector location are shown in
Figure 2-7.
If you will be using a parallel interface, connect the 25-pin male connector of your
printer cable to the 25-pin female parallel port on your notebook. Refer to the
manual which accompanied your printer for instructions on configuring your
operating environment
2.5.3
Installing External Serial Port Device
The notebook contains an RS-232 serial port with a male DB-9 connector as shown
in Figure 2-8. The serial ports are used to interconnect such devices as:
•
External Modem
•
Serial Printer
•
Any device that uses an RS-232 interface
To connect a printer to the notebook, ensure that both the notebook and the printer
are turned off.
Figure 2-7 Parallel Port Location/Pinouts
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