1. Choose the connection method. Most computer ready projectors can accept a variety of input sources. You will make your connection based on what cables you have at hand and what your computer can support. The easiest connection to make is from a USB monitor output on your computer to a USB or S-Video input on the projector. The most common connection is through the VGA monitor output on your computer to an analog VGA input port on the projector.
2. Gather the cables you need to make the connection. If you intend on controlling the projector from your computer, rather than from the projector's remote, you may need to string a second cable from the computer's serial out port to the projector's control input port. Consult the projector's user manual to see if this is necessary.
3. You should power down everything, including both your laptop computer and the projector as well. You will also want to turn off any peripherals hooked into your laptop. After you power everything down, unplug the AC from everything, too. Why? Because most computer projector manufacturers recommend doing so, that's why.
4. Make the connections. The most common mistake made in hooking up a projector, or any piece of electronics, is sticking the plug in the wrong port. Double check your connections and make sure the correct outputs are linked to the correct inputs.
5. Re-connect the power supply to your computer, the projector and any peripheral stuff you have hooked up to your computer. Turn on the juice.
6. Set the input of the computer projector. Usually, this is a simple on-screen menu. Look for terms such as COMPUTER, PC or SVGA.
7. Test the connection. Assuming everything looks good, get ready to knock the presentation out of the park.
Saturday, February 28, 2015
How to Troubleshoot an HP Photosmart C3100
1. Ensure that your HP Photosmart C3100 printer is properly connected to an electrical outlet if it does not power on. Press down on the power cord to ensure that it is fully plugged into the outlet. Press the power button on the printer again and it will begin to start up.
2. Check your Photosmart C3100's connection to your computer if the Power button on the front of the printer flashes repeatedly after you press the 'Start Scan' button. The flashing light means that the printer is unable to communicate with your computer. Remove the USB cord that connects the two devices from the port on your computer and reinsert it.
3. Reset your HP Photosmart C3100 printer if it does not respond to the 'Print' command. Unplug the printer's power cord and wait at least ten seconds with the power cord removed. Reinsert the power cord and power the printer back on. Print a document of your choosing to verify that the printer is functioning properly.
2. Check your Photosmart C3100's connection to your computer if the Power button on the front of the printer flashes repeatedly after you press the 'Start Scan' button. The flashing light means that the printer is unable to communicate with your computer. Remove the USB cord that connects the two devices from the port on your computer and reinsert it.
3. Reset your HP Photosmart C3100 printer if it does not respond to the 'Print' command. Unplug the printer's power cord and wait at least ten seconds with the power cord removed. Reinsert the power cord and power the printer back on. Print a document of your choosing to verify that the printer is functioning properly.
How to Prevent Ink
1. Use a pigment-based ink-jet ink cartridge in your ink-jet printer. According to the Northeast Document Conservation Center, pigment-based ink is thicker, dissolves less and is not as susceptible to light and moisture in the environment. Pigment-based inks are longer lasting.
2. Use high quality, coated ink-jet paper in your ink-jet printer, and preferably of the same brand and maker as the ink-jet ink you have chosen to use. According to the Northeast Document Conservation Center, coated ink-jet paper has a coating that helps ink absorb into the paper so the ink doesn't seep or smear as much as with other papers. Coated papers work especially well with pigment-based inks. The solutions in a coating on a coated, ink-jet paper can consist of polymers, clays and other chemicals and help the ink-jet paper to dry faster.
3. Allow ink-jet paper to completely dry before handling. Rapid printing also can result in smeared pages when one paper is resting in the printer paper tray and another page is rapidly deposited atop it before ink has completely dried. Allow each ink-jet page to dry undisturbed for at least one minute.
4. Spray dry, printed ink-jet paper with a preserving fixative spray. There are many brands of fixative sprays made for ink-jet-printed documents and photographs. Find fixative sprays in scrapbook, craft and photography stores. When spraying your printed ink-jet paper, hold it upright and spray the page in a well-ventilated room. The page will dry in approximately 30 minutes. Some fixative sprays have heavy fumes even once dry. According to Jerry's Artarama, fixative sprays protect ink-jet paper from moisture, fading and ink smears.
5. Store printed ink-jet paper properly to avoid smearing. According to the Northeast Document Conservation Center, ink-jet inks are easily affected by environmental conditions such as moisture and air pollution. Keep printed materials in folders or out of direct light exposure when storing printed ink-jet paper over the long term.
2. Use high quality, coated ink-jet paper in your ink-jet printer, and preferably of the same brand and maker as the ink-jet ink you have chosen to use. According to the Northeast Document Conservation Center, coated ink-jet paper has a coating that helps ink absorb into the paper so the ink doesn't seep or smear as much as with other papers. Coated papers work especially well with pigment-based inks. The solutions in a coating on a coated, ink-jet paper can consist of polymers, clays and other chemicals and help the ink-jet paper to dry faster.
3. Allow ink-jet paper to completely dry before handling. Rapid printing also can result in smeared pages when one paper is resting in the printer paper tray and another page is rapidly deposited atop it before ink has completely dried. Allow each ink-jet page to dry undisturbed for at least one minute.
4. Spray dry, printed ink-jet paper with a preserving fixative spray. There are many brands of fixative sprays made for ink-jet-printed documents and photographs. Find fixative sprays in scrapbook, craft and photography stores. When spraying your printed ink-jet paper, hold it upright and spray the page in a well-ventilated room. The page will dry in approximately 30 minutes. Some fixative sprays have heavy fumes even once dry. According to Jerry's Artarama, fixative sprays protect ink-jet paper from moisture, fading and ink smears.
5. Store printed ink-jet paper properly to avoid smearing. According to the Northeast Document Conservation Center, ink-jet inks are easily affected by environmental conditions such as moisture and air pollution. Keep printed materials in folders or out of direct light exposure when storing printed ink-jet paper over the long term.
How to Use a Brother LC61 Scanner (7 Steps)
1. Insert a USB storage drive into the scanner.
2. Press the “Scan” icon on the printer.
3. Select where you want to save your scan with the 'Up' and 'Down' arrow buttons on the printer. Select “Photo” to save the photo to your computer or select “Scan to Media” to save directly to a USB device. Confirm your selection by pressing the 'OK' button on the printer.
4. Open the tray, and insert the document that you want scanned, face down onto the glass. Close the tray.
5. Select the quality of the scan with the “Up” and “Down” arrow keys on the printer and press the “OK” button. Resolution quality refers to the dot's per square inch, or 'DPI' that the scanner recognizes. Choosing a higher DPI will provide a higher-quality scan but will also create a larger file size. You may choose to scan in color at 150 DPI, 300 DPI or 600 DPI. The black and white scan options are available as 100 or 200 DPI.
6. Choose the file type with the “Up” and “Down” arrow keys on the printer, and press the “OK” button. You can choose to scan in either JPEG, TIFF or PDF formats.
7. Press the “Mono Start” or “Color Start” button to choose whether to scan the document in color or monochrome and start the scan.
2. Press the “Scan” icon on the printer.
3. Select where you want to save your scan with the 'Up' and 'Down' arrow buttons on the printer. Select “Photo” to save the photo to your computer or select “Scan to Media” to save directly to a USB device. Confirm your selection by pressing the 'OK' button on the printer.
4. Open the tray, and insert the document that you want scanned, face down onto the glass. Close the tray.
5. Select the quality of the scan with the “Up” and “Down” arrow keys on the printer and press the “OK” button. Resolution quality refers to the dot's per square inch, or 'DPI' that the scanner recognizes. Choosing a higher DPI will provide a higher-quality scan but will also create a larger file size. You may choose to scan in color at 150 DPI, 300 DPI or 600 DPI. The black and white scan options are available as 100 or 200 DPI.
6. Choose the file type with the “Up” and “Down” arrow keys on the printer, and press the “OK” button. You can choose to scan in either JPEG, TIFF or PDF formats.
7. Press the “Mono Start” or “Color Start” button to choose whether to scan the document in color or monochrome and start the scan.
How to Reset Codes on the HP LaserJet 4700
1. Press the 'Menu' button on the printer's control panel.
2. Press the down arrow, and highlight 'Configure Device.' Press the button that looks like a check mark.
3. Press the down arrow, and select 'Resets.' Press the check mark button.
4. Press the down arrow, and select 'Restore Factory Settings.' Press the check mark button.
2. Press the down arrow, and highlight 'Configure Device.' Press the button that looks like a check mark.
3. Press the down arrow, and select 'Resets.' Press the check mark button.
4. Press the down arrow, and select 'Restore Factory Settings.' Press the check mark button.
How to Use a Local Printer for a Remote Desktop
1. Click 'Start' and then click 'Remote Desktop Connection' in Windows Vista or 7. In Windows XP, click 'Start,' then 'All Programs' and 'Accessories.' Under Accessories, click 'Communications' and 'Remote Desktop Connection.'
2. Click the 'Options' button in the 'Remote Desktop Connection' box.
3. Click the 'Local Resources' tab located at the top of the 'Remote Desktop Connection' box.
4. Click the box next to 'Printers' so that it is selected.
5. Click the 'Connect' button. Your 'Remote Desktop' session will then begin.
2. Click the 'Options' button in the 'Remote Desktop Connection' box.
3. Click the 'Local Resources' tab located at the top of the 'Remote Desktop Connection' box.
4. Click the box next to 'Printers' so that it is selected.
5. Click the 'Connect' button. Your 'Remote Desktop' session will then begin.
How to Disable the Low Ink Warning on Canon Printers
1. Go to the Control Panel and highlight 'Printers.' Then right-click the icon and select 'Properties.' A new window will pop up.
2. Highlight your Canon printer and then click the 'OK' button to edit the properties. Then click on the 'Maintenance' tab.
3. Find the 'Low Ink Warning' option and uncheck the box next to the option. Then press the 'OK' button and exit the utility.
2. Highlight your Canon printer and then click the 'OK' button to edit the properties. Then click on the 'Maintenance' tab.
3. Find the 'Low Ink Warning' option and uncheck the box next to the option. Then press the 'OK' button and exit the utility.
How to Clean a Flooded Room (5 Steps)
1. Find the drainage in the room. If it is in a basement area there should be some type of drain pipe or hole in the floor. Usually these are placed near the water heater. There may be a pump located in this hole, known as a sump pump. If there is, make sure that it is on and working properly. If there is no pump, you can either purchase one and run the hose into either a sink drain or the basement floor drain. If that is not an option for you, you can purchase or rent a wet/dry shop vacuum. These have to be emptied often but they will get the job done.If the room that has flooded is a bathroom or any other area in the home that doesn't have a built in drainage; you need to throw every towel, shirt, wash cloth, blanket, and any other fabric item in the house that you can think of, on the water to soak it up as fast as you can. Then skip to step 3.
2. Sweep the water into the hole with a broom. You may have to unclog the pipe every once in a while when debris gets caught in the pump.
3. Dry the floor with a squeegee. Set up fans to dry the floor completely.
4. Replace any drywall that has been damaged by the water. There is no need to replace the entire wall. Simply cut just above the wet drywall Try to stay as straight as you can when cutting. Measure the opening and cut an appropriately sized piece of drywall to cover the space.
5. Mud and tape the drywall. Wait for the drywall mud to completely dry before trying to sand and paint.
2. Sweep the water into the hole with a broom. You may have to unclog the pipe every once in a while when debris gets caught in the pump.
3. Dry the floor with a squeegee. Set up fans to dry the floor completely.
4. Replace any drywall that has been damaged by the water. There is no need to replace the entire wall. Simply cut just above the wet drywall Try to stay as straight as you can when cutting. Measure the opening and cut an appropriately sized piece of drywall to cover the space.
5. Mud and tape the drywall. Wait for the drywall mud to completely dry before trying to sand and paint.
How to Troubleshoot a Canon for the Check Printer Error
1. Press the printer's power button to turn it off. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the printer back on.
2. Open the printer's top or front cover, depending on the model printer. Ensure the lever that locks over the print cartridges is snapped over the cartridges. If the lever was already snapped over the cartridges, raise it and remove the cartridges, then reinstall them in the printer until each snaps into place. Lower the lever over the cartridges and close the printer's cover.
3. Check the paper feed tray and open the printer's front cover to look for any stuck paper. Carefully pull out any paper you see, making sure to remove any torn pieces.
4. Send a print job to the printer. If the Check Printer error persists, take the printer to a repair shop.
2. Open the printer's top or front cover, depending on the model printer. Ensure the lever that locks over the print cartridges is snapped over the cartridges. If the lever was already snapped over the cartridges, raise it and remove the cartridges, then reinstall them in the printer until each snaps into place. Lower the lever over the cartridges and close the printer's cover.
3. Check the paper feed tray and open the printer's front cover to look for any stuck paper. Carefully pull out any paper you see, making sure to remove any torn pieces.
4. Send a print job to the printer. If the Check Printer error persists, take the printer to a repair shop.
How to Find Out What Was Printed on Your Printer
1. Click on the start menu orb that is located on the bottom left corner of the screen. Move the mouse over to the right side panel on the start menu and locate the 'Devices and Printers' button. Click the button to bring up the next menu.
2. Select the printer you want to change the properties of so that it keeps a record of all the files printed. Right click on the printer and then roll the mouse down to 'Printer Properties.' Click on the 'Advanced Tab' within the Printer Properties window.
3. Click on the check box next to the text 'Keep Printed Documents.' This option will ensure that any documents printed to the printer will be saved. Press the 'Apply' button to save the changes and then press the 'OK' button.
4. View any files that have been printed to the printer by clicking on the printer within the 'Devices and Printer' menu that was opened in the previous steps. Right-click on the printer that has the 'Keep Printed Documents' check box enabled. Click the 'See What's Printing' option at the top of the pop-up menu. A new menu will appear with all the documents that have been printed to the printer.
2. Select the printer you want to change the properties of so that it keeps a record of all the files printed. Right click on the printer and then roll the mouse down to 'Printer Properties.' Click on the 'Advanced Tab' within the Printer Properties window.
3. Click on the check box next to the text 'Keep Printed Documents.' This option will ensure that any documents printed to the printer will be saved. Press the 'Apply' button to save the changes and then press the 'OK' button.
4. View any files that have been printed to the printer by clicking on the printer within the 'Devices and Printer' menu that was opened in the previous steps. Right-click on the printer that has the 'Keep Printed Documents' check box enabled. Click the 'See What's Printing' option at the top of the pop-up menu. A new menu will appear with all the documents that have been printed to the printer.
How to Make Iron
1. Purchase a pack of iron-on transfer paper at your local hobby center, office supply store or site such as Amazon (see resources). A number of companies make iron-on transfer paper including HP, Epson and Strathmore. Select a paper that is appropriate for your printer. If you have a laser printer, purchase iron-on transfer paper for a laser paper. Purchase iron-on transfer inkjet paper for an inkjet printer.
2. Create your iron-on design using a computer graphics program, a scanned image or use commercial iron-on transfer designs. There are many free iron-on transfer designs available on the Internet (see resources for several).
3. Print a test of your image to see if the design is satisfactory, using regular computer paper.
4. Load the iron-on transfer paper so the correct side will be printed on. This will depend on your computer printer. Print the design on the iron-on transfer paper.
5. Allow the printed transfer paper to completely dry before using.
2. Create your iron-on design using a computer graphics program, a scanned image or use commercial iron-on transfer designs. There are many free iron-on transfer designs available on the Internet (see resources for several).
3. Print a test of your image to see if the design is satisfactory, using regular computer paper.
4. Load the iron-on transfer paper so the correct side will be printed on. This will depend on your computer printer. Print the design on the iron-on transfer paper.
5. Allow the printed transfer paper to completely dry before using.
How to Refill the Ink in an Epson Stylus CX5500
1. Turn on the printer.
2. Determine which cartridge in the printer needs to be replaced by the indicator lights on the printer.
3. Flip open the ink compartment door corresponding to the ink that needs to be replaced. The black and cyne cartridges are to the left and the magenta and yellow cartridges are to the right.
4. Lift the clamp that is holding the ink cartridge in place. Slide the cartridge out of the compartment.
5. Remove the new ink cartridge from its package and shake it.
6. Slide the new ink cartridge into the printer. The arrow icon on the cartridge should be facing up and pointing into the compartment.
7. Lower the clamp down onto the front of the ink cartridge.
8. View the light associated with the ink you just replace turns off on the printer.
9. Shut the compartment door. You can continue printing.
2. Determine which cartridge in the printer needs to be replaced by the indicator lights on the printer.
3. Flip open the ink compartment door corresponding to the ink that needs to be replaced. The black and cyne cartridges are to the left and the magenta and yellow cartridges are to the right.
4. Lift the clamp that is holding the ink cartridge in place. Slide the cartridge out of the compartment.
5. Remove the new ink cartridge from its package and shake it.
6. Slide the new ink cartridge into the printer. The arrow icon on the cartridge should be facing up and pointing into the compartment.
7. Lower the clamp down onto the front of the ink cartridge.
8. View the light associated with the ink you just replace turns off on the printer.
9. Shut the compartment door. You can continue printing.
How to Make My Printer Bluetooth Compatible (5 Steps)
1. Open the package and take out the two printer adapters. Both adapters look similar, but the device that attaches to the computer has a direct USB port.
2. Insert the USB adapter into the computer. Once it's inserted, the Windows operating system automatically detects the new hardware. Windows will automatically install the printer drivers. However, some device manufacturers come with device drivers on a CD-ROM. Older Windows versions may not have the device drivers available through the operating system, so installation from the manufacturer's CD is necessary.
3. Insert the printer adapter into the USB port on the printer. The printer adapter requires an AC adapter for power. The power cord is included in the packaging. Connect the Bluetooth adapter to the printer and connect the AC power adapter to the Bluetooth device. The AC power adapter uses a typical power source from a wall outlet.
4. Ensure communication between the two devices. When communication is established, the Bluetooth adapter has a colored LED that illuminates. This is verification that the computer should now be able to print.
5. Print a test page. Although the LED lights come on, verifying installation through a test page is more efficient. By right-clicking the printer in Control Panel and selecting 'Properties,' a screen appears with a button labeled 'Test Print Page.' Click this button and a test page is sent to the printer.
2. Insert the USB adapter into the computer. Once it's inserted, the Windows operating system automatically detects the new hardware. Windows will automatically install the printer drivers. However, some device manufacturers come with device drivers on a CD-ROM. Older Windows versions may not have the device drivers available through the operating system, so installation from the manufacturer's CD is necessary.
3. Insert the printer adapter into the USB port on the printer. The printer adapter requires an AC adapter for power. The power cord is included in the packaging. Connect the Bluetooth adapter to the printer and connect the AC power adapter to the Bluetooth device. The AC power adapter uses a typical power source from a wall outlet.
4. Ensure communication between the two devices. When communication is established, the Bluetooth adapter has a colored LED that illuminates. This is verification that the computer should now be able to print.
5. Print a test page. Although the LED lights come on, verifying installation through a test page is more efficient. By right-clicking the printer in Control Panel and selecting 'Properties,' a screen appears with a button labeled 'Test Print Page.' Click this button and a test page is sent to the printer.
How to Reset an HP Deskjet Printer 940C (4 Steps)
1. Power on the printer and open the top cover. Wait for the print cartridges to move to the middle. Remove both cartridges and set them aside.
2. Shut down the printer and remove the power cord. Leave the printer off for one minute.
3. Plug the power cord in but do not press the 'Power' button on the printer. Reinsert both of the print cartridges.
4. Press the 'Power' button to restart the printer. The lights should now be reset.
2. Shut down the printer and remove the power cord. Leave the printer off for one minute.
3. Plug the power cord in but do not press the 'Power' button on the printer. Reinsert both of the print cartridges.
4. Press the 'Power' button to restart the printer. The lights should now be reset.
Friday, February 27, 2015
How to Connect a Printer Without an Installation Disk
1. Open the Internet browser on your computer, then navigate to the printer's manufacturer's website.
2. Select the 'Support' option, then choose the printer make and model you are using.
3. Click on the operating system running on the computer, then click the download link provided. This downloads the driver to the computer.
4. Double-click the downloaded driver to load the installation wizard. Accept the end-user agreement, then leave the installation name and location as-is. Choose 'Install,' and the driver for the printer installs onto the computer. Restart the computer.
2. Select the 'Support' option, then choose the printer make and model you are using.
3. Click on the operating system running on the computer, then click the download link provided. This downloads the driver to the computer.
4. Double-click the downloaded driver to load the installation wizard. Accept the end-user agreement, then leave the installation name and location as-is. Choose 'Install,' and the driver for the printer installs onto the computer. Restart the computer.
Instructions for the Epson NX 415 (11 Steps)
1. Unpack the NX415 printer. Check that you have all the parts, including the owner's manual, ink cartridges, software and USB cable. Remove all protective tape and materials from the printer.
2. Connect the power cable to the back of the printer -- do not connect the printer to the computer at this point. Plug the cord into an electrical outlet or surge protector. Press the 'On' button and check to see that it has power.
3. Press the up and down arrows to choose your language. Press 'OK.' Tilt the LCD screen for better viewing.
4. Lift up the scanner. Squeeze the latch and open the cartridge cover. Shake the ink cartridges well, then unwrap them. Remove the yellow tape from each cartridge. Do not remove any other seals; ink could leak out.
5. Insert each cartridge into the corresponding color cartridge holder. Press each down until it clicks into place. Close the cartridge cover then press down until it clicks into place. Close the scanner lid.
6. Press the 'OK' button to charge the ink and prime the printer. Allow two minutes for the ink to fully charge. Do not turn the printer off during the charging process.
7. Open the paper support on the top of the printer and pull out the extensions. Open the output tray at the bottom, pull out the extensions and raise the stopper.
8. Pull the feeder guard out and flip it forward. Squeeze the edge guide and slide it left. Load the paper, printable side face-up, against the right edge, making sure it sits underneath the tab. Slide the edge guide over to the paper. Flip the feeder guard back.
9. Close any open programs you have running on the computer you will be scanning to. Insert the software CD into the computer -- do not connect the scanner to the computer yet.
10. Click 'Install' when the 'Software Installation' window pops up and follow the on-screen instructions. The 'Software Installation' window will pop up again; click 'Install driver for USB connection.' Click 'Next.'
11. Connect the USB cable to an open USB port on the back of your computer as prompted. Follow the on-screen directions to install the rest of the printer software. Remove the CD when you are done.
2. Connect the power cable to the back of the printer -- do not connect the printer to the computer at this point. Plug the cord into an electrical outlet or surge protector. Press the 'On' button and check to see that it has power.
3. Press the up and down arrows to choose your language. Press 'OK.' Tilt the LCD screen for better viewing.
4. Lift up the scanner. Squeeze the latch and open the cartridge cover. Shake the ink cartridges well, then unwrap them. Remove the yellow tape from each cartridge. Do not remove any other seals; ink could leak out.
5. Insert each cartridge into the corresponding color cartridge holder. Press each down until it clicks into place. Close the cartridge cover then press down until it clicks into place. Close the scanner lid.
6. Press the 'OK' button to charge the ink and prime the printer. Allow two minutes for the ink to fully charge. Do not turn the printer off during the charging process.
7. Open the paper support on the top of the printer and pull out the extensions. Open the output tray at the bottom, pull out the extensions and raise the stopper.
8. Pull the feeder guard out and flip it forward. Squeeze the edge guide and slide it left. Load the paper, printable side face-up, against the right edge, making sure it sits underneath the tab. Slide the edge guide over to the paper. Flip the feeder guard back.
9. Close any open programs you have running on the computer you will be scanning to. Insert the software CD into the computer -- do not connect the scanner to the computer yet.
10. Click 'Install' when the 'Software Installation' window pops up and follow the on-screen instructions. The 'Software Installation' window will pop up again; click 'Install driver for USB connection.' Click 'Next.'
11. Connect the USB cable to an open USB port on the back of your computer as prompted. Follow the on-screen directions to install the rest of the printer software. Remove the CD when you are done.
How to Remove the Password Dialog Box From Windows
1. Click 'Start,' then 'Run.' This will bring up the 'Run' dialogue, where you can execute programs Windows does not include passwords for in the user interface.
2. Run the 'User Accounts' program. Type 'control userpasswords2' and hit 'Enter.' This will bring up the User Accounts window.
3. Uncheck the option 'Users must enter a user name or password to use this computer' by clicking the checkbox beside it.
4. Click 'OK.' You'll be prompted to enter the username and password you'd like to log into by default. Enter the information for the user you typically use.
2. Run the 'User Accounts' program. Type 'control userpasswords2' and hit 'Enter.' This will bring up the User Accounts window.
3. Uncheck the option 'Users must enter a user name or password to use this computer' by clicking the checkbox beside it.
4. Click 'OK.' You'll be prompted to enter the username and password you'd like to log into by default. Enter the information for the user you typically use.
How to Reset a Canon Ink Cartridge (4 Steps)
1. Remove the ink cartridge from the printer.
2. Place the chip resetting tool on a flat surface and slide the cartridge into the chip resetter. Make sure the contacts on the cartridge are directly against the contacts on the resetting tool.
3. Press the cartridge firmly into the resetting tool for several seconds. An LED light on the resetter will flash several times. Continue pressing the cartridge down until the LED light shines without blinking.
4. Insert the cartridge into the printer and turn the printer on.
2. Place the chip resetting tool on a flat surface and slide the cartridge into the chip resetter. Make sure the contacts on the cartridge are directly against the contacts on the resetting tool.
3. Press the cartridge firmly into the resetting tool for several seconds. An LED light on the resetter will flash several times. Continue pressing the cartridge down until the LED light shines without blinking.
4. Insert the cartridge into the printer and turn the printer on.
How to Set Up a Virtual Printer on a PC (13 Steps)
1. Install the CutePDF application by clicking on the 'Free Download' button on the official website. (See Resources.) Press 'Save' to save the installation program to your computer. Once the program has downloaded, select 'Run' from the pop-up window. The process of installing CutePDF will automatically create a PDF Printer icon named 'CutePDF Writer' in the printers folder.
2. Open the source program of the document you wish to convert, then open that document. The document can contain text and images; all fonts, colors and formatting will be preserved in the new PDF document while the original source document is still available to edit.
3. Select 'Print' from the file menu. In the printer options window, select the 'CutePDF Writer' from the drop-down printer name menu.
4. Press the 'Print' button. In the save document window, select a name and destination folder for the document. The file format will be, by default, PDF. Click 'Save' to create the new PDF file.
DoPDF v7
1. Click the 'Get It' button on the official DoPDF home page (see Rsources) to download the DoPDF installation file. The download should start automatically. Select the desired language setting in the pop-up window, click 'Next' and click 'I Accept the Agreement' on the license information window.
2. Select the installation and shortcut destinations for the application, clicking 'Next' at each option. Decide if you want DoPDF as the default print driver, and click 'Next.' You can now choose additional languages you want available to you. English is already selected. Click 'Next' and then click the 'Install' button.
3. Open the file you wish to convert and select 'Print' from the file menu to open the print options window. Select 'DoPDF v7' from the list in the printer name drop-down menu and click 'OK.'
4. Choose where you want to save the file using the 'Browse' button. You can also rename the document. Click 'OK' to covert the file to PDF format. The file will be converted and will automatically open in your default PDF viewer, if you have one installed.
PDF Creator
1. Install PDF Creator by clicking 'Install PDF Creator 1.0.0' on the official program home page. (See Resources.) The download will start automatically. Once it has been downloaded, run the file 'PDFCreator-1_0_0.exe' by double-clicking on it.
2. Select the language and configuration settings as prompted by the installation program, choosing installation-directory, desktop-shortcut and search-menu-bar options to suit your preferences.
3. Open the document you wish to convert in the application you created it with. Select 'Print' from the file menu to open the print dialog window.
4. Select 'PDFCreator' from the printer name menu and click 'OK' to display the PDFCreator options window.
5. Click 'Save,' choose a destination folder for the new document and click 'Save.' The document will be processed and converted to PDF format.
2. Open the source program of the document you wish to convert, then open that document. The document can contain text and images; all fonts, colors and formatting will be preserved in the new PDF document while the original source document is still available to edit.
3. Select 'Print' from the file menu. In the printer options window, select the 'CutePDF Writer' from the drop-down printer name menu.
4. Press the 'Print' button. In the save document window, select a name and destination folder for the document. The file format will be, by default, PDF. Click 'Save' to create the new PDF file.
DoPDF v7
1. Click the 'Get It' button on the official DoPDF home page (see Rsources) to download the DoPDF installation file. The download should start automatically. Select the desired language setting in the pop-up window, click 'Next' and click 'I Accept the Agreement' on the license information window.
2. Select the installation and shortcut destinations for the application, clicking 'Next' at each option. Decide if you want DoPDF as the default print driver, and click 'Next.' You can now choose additional languages you want available to you. English is already selected. Click 'Next' and then click the 'Install' button.
3. Open the file you wish to convert and select 'Print' from the file menu to open the print options window. Select 'DoPDF v7' from the list in the printer name drop-down menu and click 'OK.'
4. Choose where you want to save the file using the 'Browse' button. You can also rename the document. Click 'OK' to covert the file to PDF format. The file will be converted and will automatically open in your default PDF viewer, if you have one installed.
PDF Creator
1. Install PDF Creator by clicking 'Install PDF Creator 1.0.0' on the official program home page. (See Resources.) The download will start automatically. Once it has been downloaded, run the file 'PDFCreator-1_0_0.exe' by double-clicking on it.
2. Select the language and configuration settings as prompted by the installation program, choosing installation-directory, desktop-shortcut and search-menu-bar options to suit your preferences.
3. Open the document you wish to convert in the application you created it with. Select 'Print' from the file menu to open the print dialog window.
4. Select 'PDFCreator' from the printer name menu and click 'OK' to display the PDFCreator options window.
5. Click 'Save,' choose a destination folder for the new document and click 'Save.' The document will be processed and converted to PDF format.
How to Set the Default to Tray 2 on an HP 5200 Printer
1. Click 'Configuration' on the printer's keypad.
2. Click 'Options' on the display.
3. Click 'DMI Control Poolset A.'
4. Click 'Feeds.'
5. Click 'Default Set.'
6. Choose B. This will set the printer to tray 2.
2. Click 'Options' on the display.
3. Click 'DMI Control Poolset A.'
4. Click 'Feeds.'
5. Click 'Default Set.'
6. Choose B. This will set the printer to tray 2.
How to Print From an HP Laptop
1. Attach the printer cable from the printer to the laptop if you choose to directly connect to the device. You can connect the USB printer while the laptop is on or off. If the laptop is on, the Windows operating system will automatically detect the new printer.
2. Turn on the computer if you attach the printer while it is off. Login to Windows when prompted. If the printer is attached directly to the laptop, Windows detects the hardware and prompts you for the device drivers. Insert the CD-ROM or DVD and following the prompts to install the drivers.
3. Click the Windows Start button and select 'Control Panel.' Double-click the 'Printers' icon in the list of Control Panel icons. Double-click the 'Add Printer' icon if you do not see it listed in the Printers window. If you have the printer directly connected to the laptop, and it's listed in window, right-click the icon and choose 'Test Print.' This sends a job to the printer, and the directly connected printer is installed.
4. Select 'Network Printer' from the main window. Network printers need to be configured on the local HP laptop. Choosing 'Network Printer' prompts you for a location for the printer.
5. Enter the computer name and printer name for the network printer. The format for the printer location is '\computer_name\printer_name.' The 'computer_name' is the networked computer name and the 'printer_name' is the name given to the printer. Press the 'Next' button. The drivers are installed on your computer automatically. At the final window, click the 'Test Print' button to confirm the installation.
2. Turn on the computer if you attach the printer while it is off. Login to Windows when prompted. If the printer is attached directly to the laptop, Windows detects the hardware and prompts you for the device drivers. Insert the CD-ROM or DVD and following the prompts to install the drivers.
3. Click the Windows Start button and select 'Control Panel.' Double-click the 'Printers' icon in the list of Control Panel icons. Double-click the 'Add Printer' icon if you do not see it listed in the Printers window. If you have the printer directly connected to the laptop, and it's listed in window, right-click the icon and choose 'Test Print.' This sends a job to the printer, and the directly connected printer is installed.
4. Select 'Network Printer' from the main window. Network printers need to be configured on the local HP laptop. Choosing 'Network Printer' prompts you for a location for the printer.
5. Enter the computer name and printer name for the network printer. The format for the printer location is '\computer_name\printer_name.' The 'computer_name' is the networked computer name and the 'printer_name' is the name given to the printer. Press the 'Next' button. The drivers are installed on your computer automatically. At the final window, click the 'Test Print' button to confirm the installation.
How Do I Set Up My Laptop to Print Wirelessly?
1. Power on both your computer and wireless printer.
2. Navigate to 'Start.'
3. Press 'Printers & Faxes' on your PC, then click on 'File.' Depending on your version of Windows, you may have to access the 'Printers & Faxes' dialog through the control panel.
4. Click 'Add Printer' to run the printer wizard. Follow the instructions in the printer wizard to set up a connection between the laptop and the printer.
Using a Wireless Router With a Built-In Print Server
1. If you don't have a wireless printer, you can use a wireless router with a built-in print server. Connect the printer to the router through the USB cable. Power everything on.
2. Navigate to 'Start.'
3. Press 'Printers & Faxes' on your PC, then click on 'File.' Depending on your version of Windows, you may have to access the 'Printers & Faxes' dialog through the control panel.
4. Click 'Add Printer' to run the printer wizard. Follow the instructions in the printer wizard to set up a connection between the laptop and the printer.
Using a Wireless Router Without a Built-In Print Server
1. If you are using a printer with a wireless router that doesn't have a built-in print server, there are stand-alone print servers you can buy, but you must make sure that your particular printer is compatible with it.
2. Navigate to 'Start.'
3. Press 'Printers & Faxes' on your PC, then click on 'File.' Depending on your version of Windows, you may have to access the 'Printers & Faxes' dialog through the control panel.
4. Click 'Add Printer' to run the printer wizard. Follow the instructions in the printer wizard to set up a connection between the laptop and the printer.
2. Navigate to 'Start.'
3. Press 'Printers & Faxes' on your PC, then click on 'File.' Depending on your version of Windows, you may have to access the 'Printers & Faxes' dialog through the control panel.
4. Click 'Add Printer' to run the printer wizard. Follow the instructions in the printer wizard to set up a connection between the laptop and the printer.
Using a Wireless Router With a Built-In Print Server
1. If you don't have a wireless printer, you can use a wireless router with a built-in print server. Connect the printer to the router through the USB cable. Power everything on.
2. Navigate to 'Start.'
3. Press 'Printers & Faxes' on your PC, then click on 'File.' Depending on your version of Windows, you may have to access the 'Printers & Faxes' dialog through the control panel.
4. Click 'Add Printer' to run the printer wizard. Follow the instructions in the printer wizard to set up a connection between the laptop and the printer.
Using a Wireless Router Without a Built-In Print Server
1. If you are using a printer with a wireless router that doesn't have a built-in print server, there are stand-alone print servers you can buy, but you must make sure that your particular printer is compatible with it.
2. Navigate to 'Start.'
3. Press 'Printers & Faxes' on your PC, then click on 'File.' Depending on your version of Windows, you may have to access the 'Printers & Faxes' dialog through the control panel.
4. Click 'Add Printer' to run the printer wizard. Follow the instructions in the printer wizard to set up a connection between the laptop and the printer.
How to Install a Bluetooth Module Into an Epson Printer
1. Insert your Epson Bluetooth USB Adapter into an available USB port on your computer. Your system will begin searching for the newly implemented device. When the detection is complete, your operating system will automatically configure the Bluetooth module driver, so you won't need a setup disc to proceed with the installation. You will now need to update the newly installed Bluetooth driver to correlate with your computer's settings.
2. Initiate the Bluetooth module setup application from the PDA device's desktop screen The device's Module Manager will appear and prompt you to choose which action you would like to take with the device. Click on the 'Detection,' 'Discovery' or 'Pair with Other Devices' command that will be listed as an option. (The actual command statement varies by operating system.) Your PDA device will now begin searching for local Bluetooth-enabled devices.
3. Click the 'Start' button on the menu symbol located in the left corner of the taskbar on your computer's desktop. Locate and access the 'Control Panel' folder within the 'Start Menu' drop box. Your Control Panel will display either a list of file icons or several organized thumbnail icons positioned in rows. Click the 'Systems and Maintenance' icon or link access the 'Device Manager' subfolder. The operating system's administrative security screen will appear and prompt you to ensure if you'd like to access this file. Click 'Continue' to bypass this security screen.
4. Locate the 'Universal Serial Bus Controllers' collapse file in the 'Device Manager.' (It should be the last device module listed.) In this folder, you will see a technical model name or serial number that represents the Epson Printer Bluetooth USB Adapter. Click on this file. The device manager's configuration screen will appear. Click on the 'Driver' tab within the screen. Select the 'Update Drivers' option to configure your computer to the Epson printer. An InstallShield Wizard screen will appear to conduct the procedure. The first screen will display two possible actions you can choose from with regard to the driver.
5. Click the 'Advanced' option by highlighting the bubble to the left of the option statement. The 'Advanced' option is the best correlation to the USB adapter. This option should be listed as the second possible action for the device. Once you have highlighted the 'Advanced' option, click 'Next.' The next screen will prompt you to search for drivers and/or devices and hardware locations. Click on the second option, which will abort the search. (Your computer has already detected the device in Step 1.) Click 'Next' once you highlighted the second option. Your computer will now generate a list of comparable drivers that have already been detected by the operating system. The next installation screen will display the devices and hardware that are already functional and compatible with the Bluetooth driver you've just updated.
6. Choose your device's name accordingly. You'll be able to easily recognize the technical name of your particular Bluetooth Module Adapter, based on the model names and serial numbers that will be displayed in the box on the installation screen. Once you have chosen your particular adapter, it should be highlighted in blue. Click 'Next,' and the next screen should display an indication of completion. Click 'Finish' on the final installation screen to close the installation.
2. Initiate the Bluetooth module setup application from the PDA device's desktop screen The device's Module Manager will appear and prompt you to choose which action you would like to take with the device. Click on the 'Detection,' 'Discovery' or 'Pair with Other Devices' command that will be listed as an option. (The actual command statement varies by operating system.) Your PDA device will now begin searching for local Bluetooth-enabled devices.
3. Click the 'Start' button on the menu symbol located in the left corner of the taskbar on your computer's desktop. Locate and access the 'Control Panel' folder within the 'Start Menu' drop box. Your Control Panel will display either a list of file icons or several organized thumbnail icons positioned in rows. Click the 'Systems and Maintenance' icon or link access the 'Device Manager' subfolder. The operating system's administrative security screen will appear and prompt you to ensure if you'd like to access this file. Click 'Continue' to bypass this security screen.
4. Locate the 'Universal Serial Bus Controllers' collapse file in the 'Device Manager.' (It should be the last device module listed.) In this folder, you will see a technical model name or serial number that represents the Epson Printer Bluetooth USB Adapter. Click on this file. The device manager's configuration screen will appear. Click on the 'Driver' tab within the screen. Select the 'Update Drivers' option to configure your computer to the Epson printer. An InstallShield Wizard screen will appear to conduct the procedure. The first screen will display two possible actions you can choose from with regard to the driver.
5. Click the 'Advanced' option by highlighting the bubble to the left of the option statement. The 'Advanced' option is the best correlation to the USB adapter. This option should be listed as the second possible action for the device. Once you have highlighted the 'Advanced' option, click 'Next.' The next screen will prompt you to search for drivers and/or devices and hardware locations. Click on the second option, which will abort the search. (Your computer has already detected the device in Step 1.) Click 'Next' once you highlighted the second option. Your computer will now generate a list of comparable drivers that have already been detected by the operating system. The next installation screen will display the devices and hardware that are already functional and compatible with the Bluetooth driver you've just updated.
6. Choose your device's name accordingly. You'll be able to easily recognize the technical name of your particular Bluetooth Module Adapter, based on the model names and serial numbers that will be displayed in the box on the installation screen. Once you have chosen your particular adapter, it should be highlighted in blue. Click 'Next,' and the next screen should display an indication of completion. Click 'Finish' on the final installation screen to close the installation.
How to Troubleshoot HP 4280
1. Hold down both the “Power” and “Cancel” buttons while the printer is turned on. Wait as the printer attempts to print a self-test page.
2. Take out all of the loose paper in the printer’s input and output trays. Do not pull out any stuck paper at this time.
3. Turn off the printer and unplug the power cord. Open the printer’s back door by pressing on the tab on the left side and open the printer’s front door by swinging it down.
4. Pull out any stuck paper inside the machine. Rotate each roller completely and remove any small shreds of paper stuck to the rollers.
5. Clean all of the printer’s rollers using a microfiber cloth dampened with distilled water. Leave the printer’s doors open for 15 minutes, then close them and plug in the power cord.
6. Reset the machine if it still will not feed paper. Turn on the printer, then pull out the power cord from the back of the printer and the power outlet. Wait 15 seconds, then plug the power cord in at both ends.
Will Not Work With Windows 7
1. Remove the USB cord from the back of the printer. Click on the Windows button at the lower left corner of the screen and select “All Programs.”
2. Select “HP,” then the 4280’s program folder. Click on “Uninstall” and follow the onscreen instructions to remove the printer.
3. Click on the Windows button and type “Print” in the “Search Programs and Files” box. Click on “Print Management,” then double-click on “Print Servers” and right-click on the 4280’s icon. Select “Properties.”
4. Select the tab labeled “Drivers,” click on the driver for the 4280, then click on the “Remove” button. Select the “Remove Driver and Driver Package” and click “OK.” After the removal process completes, click the “Apply” button and restart the system.
5. Reinstall the printer’s software by clicking on the “Support and Drivers” tab and entering “Deskjet 4280.” Select “Windows 7” for the operating system, then click on “Download” next to the driver. Download and open the installation software, then follow the software’s onscreen instructions.
2. Take out all of the loose paper in the printer’s input and output trays. Do not pull out any stuck paper at this time.
3. Turn off the printer and unplug the power cord. Open the printer’s back door by pressing on the tab on the left side and open the printer’s front door by swinging it down.
4. Pull out any stuck paper inside the machine. Rotate each roller completely and remove any small shreds of paper stuck to the rollers.
5. Clean all of the printer’s rollers using a microfiber cloth dampened with distilled water. Leave the printer’s doors open for 15 minutes, then close them and plug in the power cord.
6. Reset the machine if it still will not feed paper. Turn on the printer, then pull out the power cord from the back of the printer and the power outlet. Wait 15 seconds, then plug the power cord in at both ends.
Will Not Work With Windows 7
1. Remove the USB cord from the back of the printer. Click on the Windows button at the lower left corner of the screen and select “All Programs.”
2. Select “HP,” then the 4280’s program folder. Click on “Uninstall” and follow the onscreen instructions to remove the printer.
3. Click on the Windows button and type “Print” in the “Search Programs and Files” box. Click on “Print Management,” then double-click on “Print Servers” and right-click on the 4280’s icon. Select “Properties.”
4. Select the tab labeled “Drivers,” click on the driver for the 4280, then click on the “Remove” button. Select the “Remove Driver and Driver Package” and click “OK.” After the removal process completes, click the “Apply” button and restart the system.
5. Reinstall the printer’s software by clicking on the “Support and Drivers” tab and entering “Deskjet 4280.” Select “Windows 7” for the operating system, then click on “Download” next to the driver. Download and open the installation software, then follow the software’s onscreen instructions.
How to Reset an HP OfficeJet 6310 (3 Steps)
1. Push in the power button on your HP OfficeJet 6310 and hold it in until the green light goes out. Remove the power cord from the back of the unit.
2. Wait 30 minutes, then plug the power cord back in to the back of the OfficeJet 6310. Allow the printer to power up as normal.
3. Press the power button to turn the printer off a second time. Leave the printer off for a minute, then power the printer back on to complete the reset.
2. Wait 30 minutes, then plug the power cord back in to the back of the OfficeJet 6310. Allow the printer to power up as normal.
3. Press the power button to turn the printer off a second time. Leave the printer off for a minute, then power the printer back on to complete the reset.
How to Check the Toner Level on an HP Laserjet 1200 Series
1. Verify the printer is on. Make sure the status light is solid and not blinking (the upper-left light in the light cluster on the front of the printer). Inspect the connection between the printer and the computer and make sure the connections are tightly in place.
2. Load some laser printer paper into the paper tray. Adjust the paper guides on either side of the paper to prevent paper jams or other problems.
3. Open the printer's properties window. This step will vary depending on what version of Windows your computer is running. For Windows XP, click on the 'start' button. Open the printer and faxes window, then find your HP Laserjet 1200 Series printer. Right-click on the printer's icon, then select 'properties.' For Windows Vista, click on the Windows button. Select 'control panel.' Open 'hardware and sound' then 'printer.' Find your HP Laserjet 1200 Series printer and right-click on it. Select 'properties.' For Windows 7, click on the Windows button. Select 'control panel' and then 'printers and devices.' Find your HP Laserjet 1200 Series printer, right-click on it, and select 'properties.'
4. Look for the 'services' tab in your HP Laserjet 1200 Series printer's properties window. Once you find the tab, click on it. Look for a pull down menu called 'print information pages.' Find 'supplies status page' in the tab and click on it.
5. Click on 'print' in the services tab after selecting the 'supplies status page' option. A page will be printed on your HP Laserjet 1200 Series printer that will list an estimated amount of toner left in the cartridge as well as some other potentially useful information about the printer.
2. Load some laser printer paper into the paper tray. Adjust the paper guides on either side of the paper to prevent paper jams or other problems.
3. Open the printer's properties window. This step will vary depending on what version of Windows your computer is running. For Windows XP, click on the 'start' button. Open the printer and faxes window, then find your HP Laserjet 1200 Series printer. Right-click on the printer's icon, then select 'properties.' For Windows Vista, click on the Windows button. Select 'control panel.' Open 'hardware and sound' then 'printer.' Find your HP Laserjet 1200 Series printer and right-click on it. Select 'properties.' For Windows 7, click on the Windows button. Select 'control panel' and then 'printers and devices.' Find your HP Laserjet 1200 Series printer, right-click on it, and select 'properties.'
4. Look for the 'services' tab in your HP Laserjet 1200 Series printer's properties window. Once you find the tab, click on it. Look for a pull down menu called 'print information pages.' Find 'supplies status page' in the tab and click on it.
5. Click on 'print' in the services tab after selecting the 'supplies status page' option. A page will be printed on your HP Laserjet 1200 Series printer that will list an estimated amount of toner left in the cartridge as well as some other potentially useful information about the printer.
How to Telnet Into an HP Printer
1. Launch Command Prompt on your computer by typing 'cmd' in Windows Search. If you haven't used Telnet before on a Windows 8 computer, you must install it first. To do this, open the terminal window with an admin account and type 'pkgmgr /iu:'TelnetClient' at the command prompt. Press 'Enter' and then confirm your decision as prompted.
2. In the text box, enter 'telnet <IP address>'. Replace the '<IP address>' with the IP of the HP printer.
3. Enter a user name and password for the telnet session. If this is a new setup, it is blank. You can set a user name and password to protect the machine from unauthorized telnet access. Enter 'passwd: <password>' to set a password on the telnet session after you've logged in for the first time.
4. Set the printer to log print jobs and errors. You can set the HP printer to store any messages to a text file on a local network computer. To set these configurations, enter the following commands:syslog-config: 1
syslog-svr: <local computer's IP address>
set-cmnty-name: <printer's SNMP password>The SNMP, or Simple Network Management Protocol, password is a separate password from the main telnet session. Replace '<local computer's IP address>' with the IP for the computer that stores the system logs.
5. Type 'IP <new_ip_address>' to change the IP for the HP printer. Once you change the IP address, you need to take note of the change to telnet to the printer a second time.
6. Close the telnet window and send a test print. This ensures that you've configured the settings properly and the IP address is found by the local network machines.
2. In the text box, enter 'telnet <IP address>'. Replace the '<IP address>' with the IP of the HP printer.
3. Enter a user name and password for the telnet session. If this is a new setup, it is blank. You can set a user name and password to protect the machine from unauthorized telnet access. Enter 'passwd: <password>' to set a password on the telnet session after you've logged in for the first time.
4. Set the printer to log print jobs and errors. You can set the HP printer to store any messages to a text file on a local network computer. To set these configurations, enter the following commands:syslog-config: 1
syslog-svr: <local computer's IP address>
set-cmnty-name: <printer's SNMP password>The SNMP, or Simple Network Management Protocol, password is a separate password from the main telnet session. Replace '<local computer's IP address>' with the IP for the computer that stores the system logs.
5. Type 'IP <new_ip_address>' to change the IP for the HP printer. Once you change the IP address, you need to take note of the change to telnet to the printer a second time.
6. Close the telnet window and send a test print. This ensures that you've configured the settings properly and the IP address is found by the local network machines.
How to Use a Fax Machine With Comcast Service
1. View the Comcast 'Incompatible Equipment List' to make sure your fax machine model isn't listed before you start the setup process. Not all fax machines work with Comcast Digital Voice and VoIP services.
2. Connect your coaxial cable and Ethernet cord to your eMTA box per the instructions that come with the unit. The coaxial cord is the cord with the round connector (used to view cable television) that allows you to receive cable communications, and the Ethernet cord connects your cable Internet service to your computer.
3. Connect a phone cord to the 'Telephone 1' outlet in the back of your Comcast eMTA unit. Connect that cord to a phone splitter device.
4. Connect one phone cord to the splitter, then insert it into the 'Line In' slot for the phone that you want to use for making calls. Insert the other cord into the other available outlet on the splitter and connect it to the first 'Line In' slot on your compatible fax machine. If you do not want to connect a phone, you can skip the splitter and simply connect the phone cord from 'Telephone 1' on the eMTA to the 'Line In' outlet on the fax machine.
5. Wait to see a solid light on the front of the unit below 'Telephone 1,' which indicates that the telephone service is active.
6. Test your faxing service by sending a fax to a friend and asking him to send you a fax back. You may have to reset your cable modem by unplugging it, waiting 30 seconds, and then plugging it back into your power outlet to get the fax service working properly.
2. Connect your coaxial cable and Ethernet cord to your eMTA box per the instructions that come with the unit. The coaxial cord is the cord with the round connector (used to view cable television) that allows you to receive cable communications, and the Ethernet cord connects your cable Internet service to your computer.
3. Connect a phone cord to the 'Telephone 1' outlet in the back of your Comcast eMTA unit. Connect that cord to a phone splitter device.
4. Connect one phone cord to the splitter, then insert it into the 'Line In' slot for the phone that you want to use for making calls. Insert the other cord into the other available outlet on the splitter and connect it to the first 'Line In' slot on your compatible fax machine. If you do not want to connect a phone, you can skip the splitter and simply connect the phone cord from 'Telephone 1' on the eMTA to the 'Line In' outlet on the fax machine.
5. Wait to see a solid light on the front of the unit below 'Telephone 1,' which indicates that the telephone service is active.
6. Test your faxing service by sending a fax to a friend and asking him to send you a fax back. You may have to reset your cable modem by unplugging it, waiting 30 seconds, and then plugging it back into your power outlet to get the fax service working properly.
How to Stop HP Low
1. On the very front of your printer you will see a panel with a series of different buttons. Press the left and right arrows on the front panel of your printer in a simultaneous motion and then release them. This step is the same for both the black and color ink gauges.
2. To disable the black cartridge ink gauge, press the '7' button followed by '8' and then '9.' The display screen will then show 'Ink Gauge Off? 1=Yes 2=No.' If you are attempting to disable the color cartridge ink gauge, press the '4' button followed by '5' and then '6.' You will then receive the same 'Ink Gauge Off?' message you received while disabling the black ink gauge.
3. To continue with disabling the ink cartridge, press '1.' To cancel this request, press '2.' This method is the same for both the black and color cartridges.
2. To disable the black cartridge ink gauge, press the '7' button followed by '8' and then '9.' The display screen will then show 'Ink Gauge Off? 1=Yes 2=No.' If you are attempting to disable the color cartridge ink gauge, press the '4' button followed by '5' and then '6.' You will then receive the same 'Ink Gauge Off?' message you received while disabling the black ink gauge.
3. To continue with disabling the ink cartridge, press '1.' To cancel this request, press '2.' This method is the same for both the black and color cartridges.
How to Configure an HP Designjet 750C for a Network
1. Press the 'Enter' button on the front panel of the HP DesignJet 750C.
2. Press the up arrow to select 'I/O Setup' and then press 'Enter.'
3. Press the up arrow to select the 'Modular' setting and press 'Enter' again.
4. Press the 'Enter' button when you see the 'Cfg Network=No' message in the front panel. Then use the up arrow button to change the setting to 'Yes' and press 'Enter' to save it.
5. Select 'Cfg TCP/IP=No' and press 'Enter.' Then use the up arrow button to change the setting to 'Yes' and press 'Enter' to save it.
6. Find the 'BootP=Yes' menu option and press 'Enter.' Switch the setting to 'No' and press 'Enter' to return to the previous menu.
7. Press the up arrow once to go to the 'IP byte' menu.
8. Use the up and down arrow buttons to specify the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway that you want to use with the plotter.
9. Press the 'Previous' button to move backwards through the menus until you see the 'Ready' message.
10. Hold down the up and down arrow keys to save the plotter's network configuration and print a summary page.
2. Press the up arrow to select 'I/O Setup' and then press 'Enter.'
3. Press the up arrow to select the 'Modular' setting and press 'Enter' again.
4. Press the 'Enter' button when you see the 'Cfg Network=No' message in the front panel. Then use the up arrow button to change the setting to 'Yes' and press 'Enter' to save it.
5. Select 'Cfg TCP/IP=No' and press 'Enter.' Then use the up arrow button to change the setting to 'Yes' and press 'Enter' to save it.
6. Find the 'BootP=Yes' menu option and press 'Enter.' Switch the setting to 'No' and press 'Enter' to return to the previous menu.
7. Press the up arrow once to go to the 'IP byte' menu.
8. Use the up and down arrow buttons to specify the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway that you want to use with the plotter.
9. Press the 'Previous' button to move backwards through the menus until you see the 'Ready' message.
10. Hold down the up and down arrow keys to save the plotter's network configuration and print a summary page.
How do I Network a Color HP Laserjet 2840? (6 Steps)
1. Connect an Ethernet cable into the printer's network port and a network jack. Press 'Menu' on the control panel, then use the arrow keys to select 'Reports' then press the 'Enter' key to print a configuration page.
2. Put the printer's installation CD into the computer's optical drive. Click on 'Install Software' then the 'Next' button.
3. Select 'Yes' on the following screen, then click on the 'Next' button. Choose where on the computer to save the software, then click 'Next.' Click on 'Next' once more to start the installation process.
4. Click on 'Through the Network' on the screen titled 'Connection Type' and click on the 'Next' button. Enter the printer's IP address, listed on the configuration page you printed, then click on 'Next.'
5. Set a password to access the printer by click on the 'Start' or Windows icon button, then selecting 'Files' or 'All Files.' Click on the 'HP' folder and select 'HP Toolbox.'
6. Click on the tab labeled 'Network Settings' and click on 'Password.' Type the password you desire in both blank boxes, then click on 'Apply.'
2. Put the printer's installation CD into the computer's optical drive. Click on 'Install Software' then the 'Next' button.
3. Select 'Yes' on the following screen, then click on the 'Next' button. Choose where on the computer to save the software, then click 'Next.' Click on 'Next' once more to start the installation process.
4. Click on 'Through the Network' on the screen titled 'Connection Type' and click on the 'Next' button. Enter the printer's IP address, listed on the configuration page you printed, then click on 'Next.'
5. Set a password to access the printer by click on the 'Start' or Windows icon button, then selecting 'Files' or 'All Files.' Click on the 'HP' folder and select 'HP Toolbox.'
6. Click on the tab labeled 'Network Settings' and click on 'Password.' Type the password you desire in both blank boxes, then click on 'Apply.'
Thursday, February 26, 2015
How to Connect an HP Laptop to an All
1. Turn on your HP laptop and remove any discs from the disc drive.
2. Insert your Epson printer driver disc and follow the onscreen instructions to install your printer software to your computer. Your printer should not yet be connected to your computer.
3. When prompted, connect one end of the printer USB cable to your printer, the other end to your computer, and then turn on your printer. The Epson software will now detect your printer and complete the installation.
2. Insert your Epson printer driver disc and follow the onscreen instructions to install your printer software to your computer. Your printer should not yet be connected to your computer.
3. When prompted, connect one end of the printer USB cable to your printer, the other end to your computer, and then turn on your printer. The Epson software will now detect your printer and complete the installation.
How to Install an HP Deskjet F4200
1. Turn on the Deskjet F4200 and the computer you wish to install it on. Do not connect the printer to the computer using the USB cable at this time.
2. Open your computer's web browser and navigate to HP's website. Click on the 'Support and Drivers' line at the top of the page.
3. Type 'Deskjet F4200' into the empty box in the 'Drivers and Software' tab, then press the 'Enter' key. Click on the specific model printer you own in the list that appears. Select the operating system on your computer from the pull-down menu.
4. Click the plus sign next to 'Driver' to expand the section and click on the 'Full Feature Software and Drivers' option. Click the 'Download' button on the next screen, then open the software once it finishes downloading.
5. Follow the on-screen directions in the installation software (which varies according to your computer's operating system). Plug the USB cable into the computer and printer when the software prompts.
2. Open your computer's web browser and navigate to HP's website. Click on the 'Support and Drivers' line at the top of the page.
3. Type 'Deskjet F4200' into the empty box in the 'Drivers and Software' tab, then press the 'Enter' key. Click on the specific model printer you own in the list that appears. Select the operating system on your computer from the pull-down menu.
4. Click the plus sign next to 'Driver' to expand the section and click on the 'Full Feature Software and Drivers' option. Click the 'Download' button on the next screen, then open the software once it finishes downloading.
5. Follow the on-screen directions in the installation software (which varies according to your computer's operating system). Plug the USB cable into the computer and printer when the software prompts.
How to Reset the Toner Count on the Brother HL5240
1. Ensure that the 'Drum' LED is blinking on the front of the Brother HL-5240. This indicates that it is time to replace the drum cartridge on the printer.
2. Open the front cover of the device. This reveals the drum cartridge so that it can be replaced.
3. Hold down the green 'Go' button for four seconds until all the LEDs are lit. Release the button to reset the toner count.
4. Replace the drum cartridge to ensure the accuracy of the count and to provide optimal print quality for your documents.
2. Open the front cover of the device. This reveals the drum cartridge so that it can be replaced.
3. Hold down the green 'Go' button for four seconds until all the LEDs are lit. Release the button to reset the toner count.
4. Replace the drum cartridge to ensure the accuracy of the count and to provide optimal print quality for your documents.
How to Install the Driver for a Canon Scanner
1. Connect the scanner to your computer and let Windows automatically search for drivers using its plug and play feature. Most of the time Windows will know which drivers to install without further assistance.
2. Insert a CD that came with the scanner and run any driver program that might have come on it. Some scanners have an automatic installation program on the CD that will install the drivers.
3. Click 'Start,' then 'Control Panel.' Under 'Hardware and Sound,' click on 'Scanners and Cameras.'
4. Click 'Refresh' if you do not see the scanner listed.
5. Click on 'Add a Device' if you still don't see the Canon scanner listed. Windows will search for the scanner, so make sure it is properly connected to your computer. Once it finds the scanner, select it and click 'Next.'
6. Follow the install wizard instructions which will usually prompt you to insert any driver CD that came with the scanner as it will have the best drivers.
2. Insert a CD that came with the scanner and run any driver program that might have come on it. Some scanners have an automatic installation program on the CD that will install the drivers.
3. Click 'Start,' then 'Control Panel.' Under 'Hardware and Sound,' click on 'Scanners and Cameras.'
4. Click 'Refresh' if you do not see the scanner listed.
5. Click on 'Add a Device' if you still don't see the Canon scanner listed. Windows will search for the scanner, so make sure it is properly connected to your computer. Once it finds the scanner, select it and click 'Next.'
6. Follow the install wizard instructions which will usually prompt you to insert any driver CD that came with the scanner as it will have the best drivers.
How to Open Up an HP LCD Monitor
1. Disconnect your HP LCD monitor from the wall outlet or surge protector it is currently plugged into. This is an important safety measure that must be taken before proceeding. Also, disconnect the monitor from your computer if it is still plugged in.
2. Find the screws that are arrayed along the perimeter of the back of the HP LCD monitor. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove all these screws and place them aside. Ideally, put them in a small plastic bag or similar container for safekeeping, as you will need them again later.
3. Remove the bezel from the HP LCD monitor. Accomplish this by gently prying up one corner of the bezel and then pulling off the rest and setting it to the side.
4. Take stock of the now exposed HP LCD monitor display and notice the metal brackets. There is one metal bracket on each side of the screen. Remove the screws from each of these brackets using your Phillips-head screwdriver, and then remove the brackets as well. Set all these elements aside in your plastic bag.
5. Notice the inverter cable, which lies at the bottom of the screen. It plugs into the inverter cable connector to its left. Unplug it from the cable connector by setting the connector into its unlocked, vertical position. Then, pull out the cable.
6. Lift out and remove the screen altogether and gently set it aside, preferably on a soft surface.
7. Complete as many tests or diagnostic endeavors as you please now that the HP LCD monitor has been opened up and fully disassembled. If necessary, you can always install a new LCD screen by sliding it into the space vacated by the previous, and resting it against the back casing of the HP LCD monitor, and then connecting the inverter cable back into the inverter cable connector and replacing all the screws that hold the HP LCD monitor together.
2. Find the screws that are arrayed along the perimeter of the back of the HP LCD monitor. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove all these screws and place them aside. Ideally, put them in a small plastic bag or similar container for safekeeping, as you will need them again later.
3. Remove the bezel from the HP LCD monitor. Accomplish this by gently prying up one corner of the bezel and then pulling off the rest and setting it to the side.
4. Take stock of the now exposed HP LCD monitor display and notice the metal brackets. There is one metal bracket on each side of the screen. Remove the screws from each of these brackets using your Phillips-head screwdriver, and then remove the brackets as well. Set all these elements aside in your plastic bag.
5. Notice the inverter cable, which lies at the bottom of the screen. It plugs into the inverter cable connector to its left. Unplug it from the cable connector by setting the connector into its unlocked, vertical position. Then, pull out the cable.
6. Lift out and remove the screen altogether and gently set it aside, preferably on a soft surface.
7. Complete as many tests or diagnostic endeavors as you please now that the HP LCD monitor has been opened up and fully disassembled. If necessary, you can always install a new LCD screen by sliding it into the space vacated by the previous, and resting it against the back casing of the HP LCD monitor, and then connecting the inverter cable back into the inverter cable connector and replacing all the screws that hold the HP LCD monitor together.
How to Change the Ink Cartridge in the Epson SX205 Printer
1. Open the top lid of the SX205, including the scanner bed.
2. Press the 'Stop' button on the printer control panel. A cartridge that needs to be replaced will line up with the arrow on the low-ink indicator, identified by an icon of a drop with a line through it.
3. Continue to press the 'Stop' button until each empty ink cartridge has been identified by the arrow and the entire assembly moves to the right side of the printer.
4. Pull the plastic cover of the ink cartridge holder toward you to expose the ink cartridges.
5. Push the release tab on the front of the cartridge that needs to be replaced, then slide the cartridge up and out of the carrier.
6. Remove the replacement ink cartridge from its package. Shake the cartridge to evenly distribute the ink, then peel the protective film from the bottom of the cartridge. Be careful not to touch the ink nozzle when doing this.
7. Push the ink cartridge into the carrier so the release tab faces you. The tab snaps into place when the cartridge is fully inserted.
8. Continue removing and replacing the ink cartridge until each empty cartridge is replaced.
9. Replace the plastic cover for the ink cartridge carrier.
10. Close the lid of the printer and press the 'Stop' button. The indicator light below flashes when the printer is ready to use.
2. Press the 'Stop' button on the printer control panel. A cartridge that needs to be replaced will line up with the arrow on the low-ink indicator, identified by an icon of a drop with a line through it.
3. Continue to press the 'Stop' button until each empty ink cartridge has been identified by the arrow and the entire assembly moves to the right side of the printer.
4. Pull the plastic cover of the ink cartridge holder toward you to expose the ink cartridges.
5. Push the release tab on the front of the cartridge that needs to be replaced, then slide the cartridge up and out of the carrier.
6. Remove the replacement ink cartridge from its package. Shake the cartridge to evenly distribute the ink, then peel the protective film from the bottom of the cartridge. Be careful not to touch the ink nozzle when doing this.
7. Push the ink cartridge into the carrier so the release tab faces you. The tab snaps into place when the cartridge is fully inserted.
8. Continue removing and replacing the ink cartridge until each empty cartridge is replaced.
9. Replace the plastic cover for the ink cartridge carrier.
10. Close the lid of the printer and press the 'Stop' button. The indicator light below flashes when the printer is ready to use.
How to Reset a Brother Cartridge (5 Steps)
1. Press the power button to turn on your Brother printer. Open the front flap, and remove the ink cartridge from your printer. Grab the cartridge and pull toward yourself firmly to remove it.
2. Cut a half-inch piece of electrical tape from the roll with scissors.
3. Turn the cartridge so that the bottom side is facing up, and place the electrical tape over the square groove. The LED light is located in the groove.
4. Place the ink cartridge back into the printer by seating it correctly and firmly pressing down. Close the printer's access flap, and press the power button to turn the printer off.
5. Unplug the power cable from the printer, and leave it unplugged for 30 seconds. Plug it back in, and turn the printer back on. Print a test page to ensure that you are no longer receiving error messages.
2. Cut a half-inch piece of electrical tape from the roll with scissors.
3. Turn the cartridge so that the bottom side is facing up, and place the electrical tape over the square groove. The LED light is located in the groove.
4. Place the ink cartridge back into the printer by seating it correctly and firmly pressing down. Close the printer's access flap, and press the power button to turn the printer off.
5. Unplug the power cable from the printer, and leave it unplugged for 30 seconds. Plug it back in, and turn the printer back on. Print a test page to ensure that you are no longer receiving error messages.
How to Check the Ink Level on an HP Inkjet Printer
1. Check the back of your computer to make sure that the printer is appropriately connected to the computer and is plugged in. If the printer is not plugged into the computer, find the printer jack on the back of the computer and plug it in before you move on to the next step.
2. Click on the 'Start' menu button which is located on bottom left hand corner of your screen. Click on the 'Settings' bar and notice that a list of functions pop up to the left of the settings button. Click on the control panel icon.
3. Look for the printer/fax icon in the control panel window. Double click on the printer icon.
4. Find the icon for your printer in the opened window and right click on the icon. Now click on the 'Preferences' option.
5. Look for the menu box pop up with tabs near the top of the box. Click on the 'Services' tab.
6. Click on 'Service this device.' You will find the button on the Services menu that you just activated.
7. Click on the estimated ink level tab and a graphic will appear indicating how much ink is left in the cartridge.
2. Click on the 'Start' menu button which is located on bottom left hand corner of your screen. Click on the 'Settings' bar and notice that a list of functions pop up to the left of the settings button. Click on the control panel icon.
3. Look for the printer/fax icon in the control panel window. Double click on the printer icon.
4. Find the icon for your printer in the opened window and right click on the icon. Now click on the 'Preferences' option.
5. Look for the menu box pop up with tabs near the top of the box. Click on the 'Services' tab.
6. Click on 'Service this device.' You will find the button on the Services menu that you just activated.
7. Click on the estimated ink level tab and a graphic will appear indicating how much ink is left in the cartridge.
Brother MFL
1. Place the Brother MFL-Pro Suite disk into your optical drive. Your computer may automatically detect this disk and open the installation program. Alternatively, you may have to manually initiate the install. Click 'Start,' select 'Computer' and double-click your optical drive. Double-click 'Setup.exe.'
2. Read the license terms. Follow prompts to accept the license agreement.
3. Click 'Next' to select the default installation path or you can select a different location for your installation.
4. Follow prompts to select the settings for your installation. You can select 'Express' or 'Custom' installation. The custom option allows you to select which components to install on your computer. The express option installs all components.
5. Click 'Next.' Restart your computer after the installation completes.
Online
1. Go to the Brother website (see Resources). Browse the MFL-Pro Suite options to select the appropriate version for your model of Brother printer and operating system. Click 'See details' for more information.
2. Click 'Where to buy' or 'Buy online.'
3. Enter and submit your payment information. You will receive a download link. Click the link to initiate the download.
4. Run the setup program that you downloaded. Accept the license agreement and select a destination for your installation. Select your installation type and begin the installation. Restart your computer after the installation completes.
2. Read the license terms. Follow prompts to accept the license agreement.
3. Click 'Next' to select the default installation path or you can select a different location for your installation.
4. Follow prompts to select the settings for your installation. You can select 'Express' or 'Custom' installation. The custom option allows you to select which components to install on your computer. The express option installs all components.
5. Click 'Next.' Restart your computer after the installation completes.
Online
1. Go to the Brother website (see Resources). Browse the MFL-Pro Suite options to select the appropriate version for your model of Brother printer and operating system. Click 'See details' for more information.
2. Click 'Where to buy' or 'Buy online.'
3. Enter and submit your payment information. You will receive a download link. Click the link to initiate the download.
4. Run the setup program that you downloaded. Accept the license agreement and select a destination for your installation. Select your installation type and begin the installation. Restart your computer after the installation completes.
How to Troubleshoot a Samsung Intensity (8 Steps)
1. Inspect the display screen for signal bars. On the Samsung Intensity, the signal bars are on the upper left of the display screen. If you see an 'X' or zero bars, you have no signal.
2. Go to an area of known signal where your phone displays full signal bars. Place a test call. Do not get upset if the first call fails. This can happen because the call forces the phone to reestablish with the network. Place a second call if the first call fails. It should go through. If the second call fails or the signal bars do not come back, proceed to the next step.
3. Remove the back cover from the Samsung, and then remove the battery from the phone. Wait for approximately 30 seconds, and then place the battery and cover back on the phone. Wait for the phone to boot up and regain signal. If calls still fail or you get no signal, move to the next step.
4. Place the SIM card for the Samsung Intensity into a different phone sold by your provider. You can use a friend's phone or go to a retail store for your carrier. If the second phone does not obtain signal, contact your provider to file a service issue. If the second phone does get signal, place the SIM back into the Intensity and move to the next step.
5. Complete a master reset on the Samsung Intensity. To do so, press the center button on the navigational keypad, scroll to and select 'Settings & Tools.' Scroll to and select 'Settings,' and then scroll to and select 'Security.' Enter in the last four numbers of your mobile phone number, and then press the button in the center of the navigation keypad. Select 'Okay' to complete the phone reset. The phone will turn off and then turn back on. If the phone does not get a signal, contact your provider to file an exchange for the phone if it is under warranty.
Battery Charging Fail
1. Remove the cover from the phone, and pull the battery out. Inspect the battery contacts for any corrosion. Wipe off any corrosion you find on the battery contacts with a dry rag. Place the battery back into the phone, and plug the charger into the phone and into a known working outlet. If the charger indicator does not come on within 30 seconds, move to the next step.
2. Connect the Samsung to a different charger designed for use with your phone. If you do not have access to a different charger, go to a retail center for your carrier. They can help you. If the phone works with a different charger, the charger you have is defective. If it still does not work, continue to the next step.
3. Place a different battery into the phone that is designed for use with the Samsung. Again, if you do not have access to a second battery, consult a retail center for your carrier. If the phone works with a different battery, consult your carrier's customer service department to inquire about an exchange. If the phone does not work with a different battery, the phone is defective. Consult your carrier for a replacement.
2. Go to an area of known signal where your phone displays full signal bars. Place a test call. Do not get upset if the first call fails. This can happen because the call forces the phone to reestablish with the network. Place a second call if the first call fails. It should go through. If the second call fails or the signal bars do not come back, proceed to the next step.
3. Remove the back cover from the Samsung, and then remove the battery from the phone. Wait for approximately 30 seconds, and then place the battery and cover back on the phone. Wait for the phone to boot up and regain signal. If calls still fail or you get no signal, move to the next step.
4. Place the SIM card for the Samsung Intensity into a different phone sold by your provider. You can use a friend's phone or go to a retail store for your carrier. If the second phone does not obtain signal, contact your provider to file a service issue. If the second phone does get signal, place the SIM back into the Intensity and move to the next step.
5. Complete a master reset on the Samsung Intensity. To do so, press the center button on the navigational keypad, scroll to and select 'Settings & Tools.' Scroll to and select 'Settings,' and then scroll to and select 'Security.' Enter in the last four numbers of your mobile phone number, and then press the button in the center of the navigation keypad. Select 'Okay' to complete the phone reset. The phone will turn off and then turn back on. If the phone does not get a signal, contact your provider to file an exchange for the phone if it is under warranty.
Battery Charging Fail
1. Remove the cover from the phone, and pull the battery out. Inspect the battery contacts for any corrosion. Wipe off any corrosion you find on the battery contacts with a dry rag. Place the battery back into the phone, and plug the charger into the phone and into a known working outlet. If the charger indicator does not come on within 30 seconds, move to the next step.
2. Connect the Samsung to a different charger designed for use with your phone. If you do not have access to a different charger, go to a retail center for your carrier. They can help you. If the phone works with a different charger, the charger you have is defective. If it still does not work, continue to the next step.
3. Place a different battery into the phone that is designed for use with the Samsung. Again, if you do not have access to a second battery, consult a retail center for your carrier. If the phone works with a different battery, consult your carrier's customer service department to inquire about an exchange. If the phone does not work with a different battery, the phone is defective. Consult your carrier for a replacement.
How to Photocopy With a Canon Pixma MX310
1. Press the 'Power' button, located on the left-side of the control panel, to turn on the Pixma MX310.
2. Press the 'Copy' button, located on the left side of the printer's control panel.
3. Place the document or documents that you would like to copy on the glass, or in the automatic document feeder. To use the flat-bed scanner, lift the cover of the printer and then place the original face-down aligned with the top-right corner of the glass. To use the automatic document feeder, lift the document tray from the top-left of the top of the printer. Insert the original face-up into the automatic document feeder tray. Slide the guides to fit around the document or documents.
4. Enter the number of copies that you would like to make using the numeric buttons.
5. Press the 'Settings' button to adjust the copy settings if desired. Use the 'Left' and 'Right' arrow buttons to scroll through the adjustable settings, including enlarge/reduce, page size, media type, intensity and image quality. When the setting that you would like to change is displayed, press the 'OK' button and then use the 'Left' and 'Right' arrow buttons to adjust the setting. Press the 'OK' button again to save the setting.
6. Press the 'Color' button to make a color copy of the document using the entered settings. Press the 'Black' button to make a black and white copy of the document using the entered settings. When the 'Color' or 'Black' button is pressed, the copies will be made.
2. Press the 'Copy' button, located on the left side of the printer's control panel.
3. Place the document or documents that you would like to copy on the glass, or in the automatic document feeder. To use the flat-bed scanner, lift the cover of the printer and then place the original face-down aligned with the top-right corner of the glass. To use the automatic document feeder, lift the document tray from the top-left of the top of the printer. Insert the original face-up into the automatic document feeder tray. Slide the guides to fit around the document or documents.
4. Enter the number of copies that you would like to make using the numeric buttons.
5. Press the 'Settings' button to adjust the copy settings if desired. Use the 'Left' and 'Right' arrow buttons to scroll through the adjustable settings, including enlarge/reduce, page size, media type, intensity and image quality. When the setting that you would like to change is displayed, press the 'OK' button and then use the 'Left' and 'Right' arrow buttons to adjust the setting. Press the 'OK' button again to save the setting.
6. Press the 'Color' button to make a color copy of the document using the entered settings. Press the 'Black' button to make a black and white copy of the document using the entered settings. When the 'Color' or 'Black' button is pressed, the copies will be made.
How to Clear a Paper Jam on an Epson Inkjet Printer
1. Clear any loose paper from the paper tray. This will help you locate the jam. You will find it either in front, near the paper tray, or in the rear.
2. To clear a paper jam near the paper tray, grip the paper and pull it firmly but gently from the printer. If you find a stack of papers jammed, grab from the middle of the stack and pull.
3. For a rear jam, remove the back of the printer. When you find a free edge on the paper, grip it firmly and pull it out.
4. Replace the back cover. Press the 'Resume' button or turn off the printer, and then turn it back on. Your settings should reset.
5. Try printing another document.
2. To clear a paper jam near the paper tray, grip the paper and pull it firmly but gently from the printer. If you find a stack of papers jammed, grab from the middle of the stack and pull.
3. For a rear jam, remove the back of the printer. When you find a free edge on the paper, grip it firmly and pull it out.
4. Replace the back cover. Press the 'Resume' button or turn off the printer, and then turn it back on. Your settings should reset.
5. Try printing another document.
How to Scan Large Documents
1. Check your scanner to make sure it has an automatic document feeder in place. The automatic document feeder sits on the top of the flatbed scanner. If you have a large-format scanner, the automatic document feeder will be in the front of the unit.
2. Fan the documents you need to scan. Remove any paper clips and staples from the documents before placing them in the feeder. Fan the paper again and look for any torn pieces of paper or pieces of paper that are sticking together. Make copies of any damaged originals rather than trying to feed poor-quality pages through the scanner.
3. Log on to your computer and open the scanning software. When you install a scanner, the program should place a scanner shortcut on your desktop. If not, click on 'Programs,' go to the printer manufacturer's folder and select the scanning software from the list.
4. Load the documents into the automatic document feeder on the flatbed scanner, or into the hopper on the large-format scanner. Press the 'Scan' button on the scanner software or the scanner and wait for the pages to begin feeding through.
5. Press the 'Save' button on your scanning software after the last page feeds through. Navigate to he folder where you want to save the scanned document, then click 'Save.'
2. Fan the documents you need to scan. Remove any paper clips and staples from the documents before placing them in the feeder. Fan the paper again and look for any torn pieces of paper or pieces of paper that are sticking together. Make copies of any damaged originals rather than trying to feed poor-quality pages through the scanner.
3. Log on to your computer and open the scanning software. When you install a scanner, the program should place a scanner shortcut on your desktop. If not, click on 'Programs,' go to the printer manufacturer's folder and select the scanning software from the list.
4. Load the documents into the automatic document feeder on the flatbed scanner, or into the hopper on the large-format scanner. Press the 'Scan' button on the scanner software or the scanner and wait for the pages to begin feeding through.
5. Press the 'Save' button on your scanning software after the last page feeds through. Navigate to he folder where you want to save the scanned document, then click 'Save.'
How to Operate an Electronic Typewriter (5 Steps)
1. Insert a piece of paper into the back of the typewriter roller. Turn the handle toward you to roll the paper into place. Continue turning the roller until the paper is in the position you want.
2. Power the typewriter on. The location of the power button will vary from model to model, but it is often located on the right side of the machine.
3. Start typing your document. Watch the electronic display panel as you type. This electronic preview gives you a chance to correct any errors before they are sent to the paper. When you reach the limit of the preview pane, the first words you typed will be sent to the paper.
4. Remove your finished letter from the typewriter by turning the knob until the paper has been ejected. Set the paper aside and insert an envelope into the typewriter. Turn the knob until the envelope is positioned where you want it.
5. Type the address on the envelope, then turn the knob until the envelope has been ejected.
2. Power the typewriter on. The location of the power button will vary from model to model, but it is often located on the right side of the machine.
3. Start typing your document. Watch the electronic display panel as you type. This electronic preview gives you a chance to correct any errors before they are sent to the paper. When you reach the limit of the preview pane, the first words you typed will be sent to the paper.
4. Remove your finished letter from the typewriter by turning the knob until the paper has been ejected. Set the paper aside and insert an envelope into the typewriter. Turn the knob until the envelope is positioned where you want it.
5. Type the address on the envelope, then turn the knob until the envelope has been ejected.
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
How to Make Monogram Stickers (5 Steps)
1. Open Paint, pull down the 'Image' menu and select 'Attributes.' Set the size for your monogram, such as 5-by-5 inches and click the 'OK' button.
2. Select a paint color from the Color Picker tool at the bottom of the screen. Monograms may be a single color, two colors or a different color for each letter. Consider matching the color of your car, your favorite sports team or your school colors.
3. Click the Text tool, which looks like an 'A,' and click once inside the white Paint workspace. If the text toolbar does not appear, click 'View' and select 'Text Toolbar.' Choose the Monotype Corsiva font for a basic monogram styling; monograms may be any font you prefer. Type '100' in the font box.
4. Type the first letter of your first name, such as 'M' for 'Max.' Click your cursor next to the first letter and increase the font size to 200. Type the first letter of your last name, such as 'J' for 'Janofsky.' Click the cursor again next to the second letter, reduce the font back to 100 and type the first letter of your middle initial.
5. Turn on your printer and load in sticker paper; take care not to overload or jam the tray. Pull down the 'File' menu and click 'Print.' Choose your printer from the options and input the number of monograms to print in the Number of Copies box. Click 'Print' to print the monograms. Cut around the monograms on the sticker paper with scissors.
2. Select a paint color from the Color Picker tool at the bottom of the screen. Monograms may be a single color, two colors or a different color for each letter. Consider matching the color of your car, your favorite sports team or your school colors.
3. Click the Text tool, which looks like an 'A,' and click once inside the white Paint workspace. If the text toolbar does not appear, click 'View' and select 'Text Toolbar.' Choose the Monotype Corsiva font for a basic monogram styling; monograms may be any font you prefer. Type '100' in the font box.
4. Type the first letter of your first name, such as 'M' for 'Max.' Click your cursor next to the first letter and increase the font size to 200. Type the first letter of your last name, such as 'J' for 'Janofsky.' Click the cursor again next to the second letter, reduce the font back to 100 and type the first letter of your middle initial.
5. Turn on your printer and load in sticker paper; take care not to overload or jam the tray. Pull down the 'File' menu and click 'Print.' Choose your printer from the options and input the number of monograms to print in the Number of Copies box. Click 'Print' to print the monograms. Cut around the monograms on the sticker paper with scissors.
How to Print Index Cards Online
1. Determine the size of cards you will use. Index cards usually come in 3-by-5 inch, 4-by-6 inch and 5-by-8 inch sizes.
2. Load the cards into your printer tray and adjust the paper guide so they are held in place. Make sure the cards are secure but not so tight that they will not feed.
3. Open the website or document where your information is stored.
4. In Internet Explorer, click on 'File' and then 'Print'.
5. Click the 'Preferences' button.
6. Click the 'Features' tab. Under 'Print Quality' choose 'Landscape' if you are feeding individual cards into the printer. If you are printing from a sheet of perforated cards, choose 'Portrait'.
7. Under 'Size', choose the size of your index card from the pull-down menu. Click 'OK' to save your options.
8. Click 'Print' and watch your formatted index cards appear.
2. Load the cards into your printer tray and adjust the paper guide so they are held in place. Make sure the cards are secure but not so tight that they will not feed.
3. Open the website or document where your information is stored.
4. In Internet Explorer, click on 'File' and then 'Print'.
5. Click the 'Preferences' button.
6. Click the 'Features' tab. Under 'Print Quality' choose 'Landscape' if you are feeding individual cards into the printer. If you are printing from a sheet of perforated cards, choose 'Portrait'.
7. Under 'Size', choose the size of your index card from the pull-down menu. Click 'OK' to save your options.
8. Click 'Print' and watch your formatted index cards appear.
How to Print Wireless With a Laptop (4 Steps)
1. Make sure you have a wireless router and that one computer in your house, or network is physically connected to the printer. This is usually done by having a standard desktop computer connected to a printer and then adding on the wireless router and programming the laptop in.
2. Purchase a wireless network adapter and install it according to the manufacturers directions. Install the software and restart your computer for the best results. Once this is done, you should be ready to install the same software on your laptop and get everything running cohesively.
3. Install the wireless network adapter software onto the laptop hard drive and system and restart it to get everything running correctly. You should be able to test and make sure you are able to network the computers together and access the same files on either one of them.
4. Turn the printer on and take the laptop into a different room. Select a document to print and print it with the specifications you may have. The printer should automatically go into pending made and start the printer process just the same as if it was sitting next to you with a cable connecting the two.
2. Purchase a wireless network adapter and install it according to the manufacturers directions. Install the software and restart your computer for the best results. Once this is done, you should be ready to install the same software on your laptop and get everything running cohesively.
3. Install the wireless network adapter software onto the laptop hard drive and system and restart it to get everything running correctly. You should be able to test and make sure you are able to network the computers together and access the same files on either one of them.
4. Turn the printer on and take the laptop into a different room. Select a document to print and print it with the specifications you may have. The printer should automatically go into pending made and start the printer process just the same as if it was sitting next to you with a cable connecting the two.
How do I Use a Fax Machine With a VoIP Phone Service?
1. Plug your fax machine into your Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) connection. If you are using a specialist Internet telephony service, this is usually as simple as plugging the fax machine into the VoIP telephone socket. Turn on your fax machine and reduce its baud rate to as low as you can; 9600 bps at the very most. The baud rate must be low to compensate for data loss in signal compression.
2. Turn off the fax machine's error correction, which is usually found in the settings menu. Consult your manual for precise details. This prevents extra error-checking data being sent that can cause problems with the VoIP compression protocols. Switch your fax machine's connection settings to the uncompressed 'G711' protocol, which prevents the machine from attempting its own data compression.
3. Send a test fax to check that your connection and settings are working correctly. You can send any sort of document as a test, from a wholly blank page to something random printed from your computer. If everything works, you are all set. If not, try lowering the baud rate a little more and checking that all your settings are correct.
2. Turn off the fax machine's error correction, which is usually found in the settings menu. Consult your manual for precise details. This prevents extra error-checking data being sent that can cause problems with the VoIP compression protocols. Switch your fax machine's connection settings to the uncompressed 'G711' protocol, which prevents the machine from attempting its own data compression.
3. Send a test fax to check that your connection and settings are working correctly. You can send any sort of document as a test, from a wholly blank page to something random printed from your computer. If everything works, you are all set. If not, try lowering the baud rate a little more and checking that all your settings are correct.
How to Set Up a ReadyNAS Printer (6 Steps)
1. Connect the USB printer to the ReadyNAS. The ReadNAS has 3 USB ports, one on the front and two on the back. The front USB port is normally used for devices you will attach and remove frequently like a USB flash drive. The rear USB ports should be used for devices that will remain connected to the ReadyNAS such as a printer. The ReadyNAS will automatically detect attached USB printers.
2. Open the Frontview browser application that was installed during the installation of your ReadyNAS. Click 'Printers' from the menu and click 'Printer Queue Service.' You will see your USB printer displayed with both the ReadyNAS share name and a descriptive name. For example, you might see 'CLP_610' as the share name and 'Samsung CLP-610' as the descriptive name.
3. Click the Windows Start button and click 'Devices and Printers.' Right click in the window that displays the devices and printers attached to your computer and select 'Add a Printer.' Choose 'Add a Network, Wireless or Bluetooth Printer.' Windows will search for all network printers and display them.
4. Click and highlight the printer attached to the ReadyNAS. This will be displayed as '\ReadyNAS-name\printer-name.' For example, '\MYREADYNAS\Samsung CLP-610.'
5. Click 'Next.' Windows will communicate with the printer and determine the correct printer driver to install. Click 'Next.' Windows will give your attached printer a name. You may change this name to anything you like or leave the default name.
6. Click 'Next.' Click the 'Share This Printer So That Others on Your Network Can Find and Use It' radio button. On the next screen you will have the option to make the printer the default printer for your computer. You can also test the printer by clicking the 'Print a Test Page' button at the bottom of the screen.
2. Open the Frontview browser application that was installed during the installation of your ReadyNAS. Click 'Printers' from the menu and click 'Printer Queue Service.' You will see your USB printer displayed with both the ReadyNAS share name and a descriptive name. For example, you might see 'CLP_610' as the share name and 'Samsung CLP-610' as the descriptive name.
3. Click the Windows Start button and click 'Devices and Printers.' Right click in the window that displays the devices and printers attached to your computer and select 'Add a Printer.' Choose 'Add a Network, Wireless or Bluetooth Printer.' Windows will search for all network printers and display them.
4. Click and highlight the printer attached to the ReadyNAS. This will be displayed as '\ReadyNAS-name\printer-name.' For example, '\MYREADYNAS\Samsung CLP-610.'
5. Click 'Next.' Windows will communicate with the printer and determine the correct printer driver to install. Click 'Next.' Windows will give your attached printer a name. You may change this name to anything you like or leave the default name.
6. Click 'Next.' Click the 'Share This Printer So That Others on Your Network Can Find and Use It' radio button. On the next screen you will have the option to make the printer the default printer for your computer. You can also test the printer by clicking the 'Print a Test Page' button at the bottom of the screen.
How to Check the Ink Level on an HP Deskjet F380
1. Click 'Start, HP Solution Center' on your computer.
2. Choose the 'Settings' menu, then 'Print Settings' and 'Printer Toolbox.'
3. Click 'Estimated Ink Level.' If ink levels are low and your printouts have shown streaks or lines, replace your ink cartridges.
4. Follow the prompts to align the cartridges if you've replaced them.
5. Keep an eye on your printouts after you've changed cartridges. A 'low-ink' warning should pop up if you're trying to print with cartridges that are low on ink, but it's a good idea to be aware of the signs of low ink, since printing with an empty or nearly empty cartridge can damage your printer.
2. Choose the 'Settings' menu, then 'Print Settings' and 'Printer Toolbox.'
3. Click 'Estimated Ink Level.' If ink levels are low and your printouts have shown streaks or lines, replace your ink cartridges.
4. Follow the prompts to align the cartridges if you've replaced them.
5. Keep an eye on your printouts after you've changed cartridges. A 'low-ink' warning should pop up if you're trying to print with cartridges that are low on ink, but it's a good idea to be aware of the signs of low ink, since printing with an empty or nearly empty cartridge can damage your printer.
How to Find My Printer's Hardware Address
1. Check your printer user manual for instructions on printing a configuration or setup page directly from the printer. This usually involves holding down one of the buttons on the printer for a specific period—a few seconds in most cases. When the data prints, somewhere under the product settings will be the hardware address (MAC). It will look like this example: 00-1f-24-3a-1b-0e. If this is not possible, use the following method, which begins with finding the printer's IP (Internet Protocol) address.
2. Open the Control Panel and click on “Printers.” Move the cursor over the name of the printer on the network. Right-click on the printer and choose “Properties.” Click on the “Ports” tab on the printer property page.
3. Scan down the list of Standard TCP/IP Ports until you find your device under the “Printer” column. To the left there should be a check mark by the specific port with the assigned IP, such as 192.168.1.103. Make a note of this and then click “Cancel” and “Close.”
4. Click on “Start” and in the 'Run' or “Start Search” box type “cmd”. In the window that opens, type “ARP –a” to display a list of IP addresses. Find the one for your printer that you located through Step 3. To the right of this will be the printer’s hardware address. ARP stands for Address Resolution Protocol. It is part of your computer’s network software.
2. Open the Control Panel and click on “Printers.” Move the cursor over the name of the printer on the network. Right-click on the printer and choose “Properties.” Click on the “Ports” tab on the printer property page.
3. Scan down the list of Standard TCP/IP Ports until you find your device under the “Printer” column. To the left there should be a check mark by the specific port with the assigned IP, such as 192.168.1.103. Make a note of this and then click “Cancel” and “Close.”
4. Click on “Start” and in the 'Run' or “Start Search” box type “cmd”. In the window that opens, type “ARP –a” to display a list of IP addresses. Find the one for your printer that you located through Step 3. To the right of this will be the printer’s hardware address. ARP stands for Address Resolution Protocol. It is part of your computer’s network software.
How to Play DVDs Through a Network Drive
1. Insert the DVD into the DVD drive. If the DVD has been ripped to the computer, the process of sharing the file becomes even easier.
2. Place the file into the 'Shared Folder.' If the DVD has been ripped to the computer then right click on the movie's folder and click 'Copy.' Navigate to 'My Computer,' which can be accessed via the 'Start Menu.' In the address bar on the top of the screen type in 'C:\Users\Public' to access the shared directories for the network. Click 'File,' then 'Paste' to paste the DVD folder into the default shared folder for the computer.
3. Share the DVD drive. If the DVD has not been ripped, then the DVD drive will need to be added to the list of shared devices on the network. Go to 'Start Menu,' 'My Computer.' Right click on the 'DVD Drive' and click 'Properties.' Click on the 'Sharing' tab. Click the 'Share' button to share the drive. If the 'Share' button is not clickable then click 'Advanced Sharing.' Click the box 'Share This Folder' and click 'OK.' Click 'Apply,' then 'Close.' The DVD drive is now shared on the network.
4. Turn on the second computer to access the shared drives. Click on 'Start Menu,' then 'Network.' Double click on the name of the other computer. This will bring up the shared folders and drives for the other computer. The 'DVD Drive' or the 'Public' folder should be visible. Double click on the appropriate folder to play the DVD through the network drive.
2. Place the file into the 'Shared Folder.' If the DVD has been ripped to the computer then right click on the movie's folder and click 'Copy.' Navigate to 'My Computer,' which can be accessed via the 'Start Menu.' In the address bar on the top of the screen type in 'C:\Users\Public' to access the shared directories for the network. Click 'File,' then 'Paste' to paste the DVD folder into the default shared folder for the computer.
3. Share the DVD drive. If the DVD has not been ripped, then the DVD drive will need to be added to the list of shared devices on the network. Go to 'Start Menu,' 'My Computer.' Right click on the 'DVD Drive' and click 'Properties.' Click on the 'Sharing' tab. Click the 'Share' button to share the drive. If the 'Share' button is not clickable then click 'Advanced Sharing.' Click the box 'Share This Folder' and click 'OK.' Click 'Apply,' then 'Close.' The DVD drive is now shared on the network.
4. Turn on the second computer to access the shared drives. Click on 'Start Menu,' then 'Network.' Double click on the name of the other computer. This will bring up the shared folders and drives for the other computer. The 'DVD Drive' or the 'Public' folder should be visible. Double click on the appropriate folder to play the DVD through the network drive.
How to Restore Task Bar in Xubuntu
1. Bring up the 'Run' dialogue. Press 'Alt' and 'F2.' This will bring up a window into which you can type commands.
2. Start your panel. Type 'xfce4-panel' and your panels will start up again.
3. Determine if your panel is missing anything, such as your shortcuts, task bar or icon tray. If you are missing something, right-click the panel and click 'Add to panel.' This will bring up your applet dialogue, so you can add whatever elements to the panel that you want.
2. Start your panel. Type 'xfce4-panel' and your panels will start up again.
3. Determine if your panel is missing anything, such as your shortcuts, task bar or icon tray. If you are missing something, right-click the panel and click 'Add to panel.' This will bring up your applet dialogue, so you can add whatever elements to the panel that you want.
How to Change the Domain Password Policy (4 Steps)
1. Click the Windows 'Start' button on your server. Click 'Control Panel' and then click 'Administrative Tools.' In the list of shortcuts, click 'Group Policy Editor' to open the GPO configuration console.
2. Click the 'Security Settings' icon on the left to expand a list of options. In these options, click the plus sign next to 'Account Policies.' In this list of options, click 'Password Policy.' A list of domain password policies is listed in the center details section.
3. Double-click the policy you want to edit. For instance, if you want to require users to enter a password with a minimum length, double-click 'Minimum password length.' A dialog box opens where you change the settings.
4. Enter the minimum number of characters you allow for a password length and click 'OK.' Continue changing each policy until your password policies are edited to your security requirements. Close the GPO editor to complete the changes.
2. Click the 'Security Settings' icon on the left to expand a list of options. In these options, click the plus sign next to 'Account Policies.' In this list of options, click 'Password Policy.' A list of domain password policies is listed in the center details section.
3. Double-click the policy you want to edit. For instance, if you want to require users to enter a password with a minimum length, double-click 'Minimum password length.' A dialog box opens where you change the settings.
4. Enter the minimum number of characters you allow for a password length and click 'OK.' Continue changing each policy until your password policies are edited to your security requirements. Close the GPO editor to complete the changes.
How to Connect a Dell 948 Printer to a Network
1. Shut down your printer and turn the device around until its rear panel is in view. Disconnect the power cord from the rear of the printer. Locate and remove the small cover from the wireless adapter port, located on the left side of the printer's rear panel.
2. Insert the Dell Wireless Adapter 1000 into the wireless adapter port. Affix the MAC address label that came packaged with your adapter to the rear panel of the printer. Plug the printer's power cord back in and turn the device around until its front panel is in view. Turn on the printer.
3. Insert the 'Drivers and Utilities' CD that came packaged with your printer. When prompted, select the 'Using a wireless network' option and click on the button labeled 'Next.' Follow the onscreen instructions. After the 'Firewall Exception' screen, use the USB cable to connect your printer to your computer .
4. When the 'Configure Your Wireless Printer Adapter' window appears, select the 'Create or modify the printer's wireless settings' option and click on the 'Next' button. Follow the onscreen instructions.
Peer-to-Peer
1. Turn on the computer that is connected directly to the printer and log in to Windows. Open the 'Start' menu and navigate to the option labeled 'Settings.' Navigate to the 'Control Panel' option and select 'Printers and Other Hardware.'
2. Select the option 'Printers and Faxes.' Right-click on the entry that corresponds to your printer and select 'Sharing.' Click on 'Share this Printer' and input a name for your printer. Click on the 'OK' button.
3. Turn on a networked computer and log into Windows. Open the 'Printers and Faxes' screen as before. Click on the 'Add a Printer' option. When the 'Add Printer Wizard' screen appears, click on the 'Next' button. When the 'Local or Network Printer' screen appears, click on 'A network printer, or a printer attached to another computer.' Click on the 'Next' button.
4. Click on the 'Specify a Printer' button. Input the name you assigned to the printer in step one and click on the 'Next' button. Follow the onscreen instructions.
2. Insert the Dell Wireless Adapter 1000 into the wireless adapter port. Affix the MAC address label that came packaged with your adapter to the rear panel of the printer. Plug the printer's power cord back in and turn the device around until its front panel is in view. Turn on the printer.
3. Insert the 'Drivers and Utilities' CD that came packaged with your printer. When prompted, select the 'Using a wireless network' option and click on the button labeled 'Next.' Follow the onscreen instructions. After the 'Firewall Exception' screen, use the USB cable to connect your printer to your computer .
4. When the 'Configure Your Wireless Printer Adapter' window appears, select the 'Create or modify the printer's wireless settings' option and click on the 'Next' button. Follow the onscreen instructions.
Peer-to-Peer
1. Turn on the computer that is connected directly to the printer and log in to Windows. Open the 'Start' menu and navigate to the option labeled 'Settings.' Navigate to the 'Control Panel' option and select 'Printers and Other Hardware.'
2. Select the option 'Printers and Faxes.' Right-click on the entry that corresponds to your printer and select 'Sharing.' Click on 'Share this Printer' and input a name for your printer. Click on the 'OK' button.
3. Turn on a networked computer and log into Windows. Open the 'Printers and Faxes' screen as before. Click on the 'Add a Printer' option. When the 'Add Printer Wizard' screen appears, click on the 'Next' button. When the 'Local or Network Printer' screen appears, click on 'A network printer, or a printer attached to another computer.' Click on the 'Next' button.
4. Click on the 'Specify a Printer' button. Input the name you assigned to the printer in step one and click on the 'Next' button. Follow the onscreen instructions.
How to Check the Version of an iMac (4 Steps)
1. Log into your iMac system using a user name and password.
2. Click the 'Apple' menu and then click 'About This Mac.'
3. Look at the 'Processor' field to determine the version of iMac you have, such as 'G5' or 'Intel.'
4. Read the version of the software directly below the Apple logo and 'Mac OS X' text. For example, version '10.4' or '10.5.'
2. Click the 'Apple' menu and then click 'About This Mac.'
3. Look at the 'Processor' field to determine the version of iMac you have, such as 'G5' or 'Intel.'
4. Read the version of the software directly below the Apple logo and 'Mac OS X' text. For example, version '10.4' or '10.5.'
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How to Install a Canon Camera With No CD (5 Steps)
1. Point your browser to Canon's driver website. (See Resources.)
2. Select the make and model of your Canon camera, then click 'Go.'
3. Select the operating system you use in the box indicated on the website that appears. This opens the list of drivers and software for your camera.
4. Click on the driver and software you need to install to open the download links.
5. Open the program(s) you downloaded in Step 4 to begin the installation process. Follow the prompts to install each program.
2. Select the make and model of your Canon camera, then click 'Go.'
3. Select the operating system you use in the box indicated on the website that appears. This opens the list of drivers and software for your camera.
4. Click on the driver and software you need to install to open the download links.
5. Open the program(s) you downloaded in Step 4 to begin the installation process. Follow the prompts to install each program.
How to Use a Fax Machine Phone Parallel (4 Steps)
1. Insert the dual-line splitter into a wall phone jack.
2. Connect the phone line from the fax machine and into one slot of the splitter. Keep the fax machine turned off.
3. Connect the phone line from the telephone and into the other slot of the splitter.
4. When using the fax machine, turn the unit on to send and receive a fax. If the telephone has an answering machine, turn it off while the fax machine is on.
2. Connect the phone line from the fax machine and into one slot of the splitter. Keep the fax machine turned off.
3. Connect the phone line from the telephone and into the other slot of the splitter.
4. When using the fax machine, turn the unit on to send and receive a fax. If the telephone has an answering machine, turn it off while the fax machine is on.
How to Fix an 8Mm Projector Light Bulb
1. Turn off the projector. Unplug it from the wall. Allow the projector time to cool, generally about 30 minutes or so.
2. Locate the bulb compartment. This will be directly behind the projection lens. Look for a bulb compartment cover, which might be held in place with a small screw. In other models (notably Elmo), the cover can be pried out with a small screwdriver.
3. Remove the projector bulb from the socket. In some 8mm projector models, the bulb will screw out, while in others, it can be taken out by turning counter clockwise a quarter turn and then lifting straight up.
4. Wrap the new projector bulb with a piece of tissue. Hold the bulb by the tissue when inserting into the socket. Tighten the bulb in place.
5. Replace the projector bulb compartment cover and secure.
2. Locate the bulb compartment. This will be directly behind the projection lens. Look for a bulb compartment cover, which might be held in place with a small screw. In other models (notably Elmo), the cover can be pried out with a small screwdriver.
3. Remove the projector bulb from the socket. In some 8mm projector models, the bulb will screw out, while in others, it can be taken out by turning counter clockwise a quarter turn and then lifting straight up.
4. Wrap the new projector bulb with a piece of tissue. Hold the bulb by the tissue when inserting into the socket. Tighten the bulb in place.
5. Replace the projector bulb compartment cover and secure.
HP Pavilion Will Not Connect to Wireless
1. Ensure that the wireless network adapter is turned on. Most HP Pavilion notebook computers have a switch that allows you to turn off the wireless adapter. The switch typically is located on the side of the computer or on the front.
2. Ensure that the router and modem are plugged in and functioning. Ensure that the lights are illuminated on each device. Attempt to connect wirelessly using another computer, if possible, to test whether the connection problem is with the router or modem. Unplug the router and modem. Leave the power off for approximately 30 to 60 seconds, then turn them on again.
3. Update the wireless network adapter driver using the computer's 'Device Manager.' To access the Device Manager, right-click on 'Computer' or 'My Computer,' depending on the version of Windows, and click 'Device Manager' from the left-side bar, or from the tab labeled 'Hardware.' Once in the Device Manager, expand the section labeled 'Networking Devices' and right-click on the wireless network adapter. Click 'Update driver software' to begin searching for an update. If an update is found, follow the onscreen instructions to install the update.
4. Reinstall the wireless networking adapter if updating the driver does not remedy the problem. To reinstall the wireless adapter driver, right-click on it from the Device Manager and select 'Uninstall.' Once the device is removed from the computer, restart the computer. Once Windows loads, it will automatically detect and reinstall the driver.
5. Run the Windows 7 Diagnostic Tool (if the computer uses the Windows 7 operating system) to diagnose any networking issues the operating system may be able to correct. To access the Windows 7 Diagnostic Tool, open the 'Start' menu and type 'Network' into the search field. Click 'Network and Sharing Center' and then select 'Diagnose and repair' from the left-side bar. The Windows 7 Diagnostic Tool will automatically run and will attempt to repair and establish the wireless connection.
6. Attempt to manually connect to the wireless network. Open the 'Network and Sharing Center' and click 'Setup a new connection or network.' Enter the network name, security type and network key into the text boxes and click 'Next.' If successful, click 'Use the existing network' and then click 'Connect.' The network name, security type and network key can be obtained from the network administrator or by logging into the router. For help logging into the router, consult the instructions included with the router.
2. Ensure that the router and modem are plugged in and functioning. Ensure that the lights are illuminated on each device. Attempt to connect wirelessly using another computer, if possible, to test whether the connection problem is with the router or modem. Unplug the router and modem. Leave the power off for approximately 30 to 60 seconds, then turn them on again.
3. Update the wireless network adapter driver using the computer's 'Device Manager.' To access the Device Manager, right-click on 'Computer' or 'My Computer,' depending on the version of Windows, and click 'Device Manager' from the left-side bar, or from the tab labeled 'Hardware.' Once in the Device Manager, expand the section labeled 'Networking Devices' and right-click on the wireless network adapter. Click 'Update driver software' to begin searching for an update. If an update is found, follow the onscreen instructions to install the update.
4. Reinstall the wireless networking adapter if updating the driver does not remedy the problem. To reinstall the wireless adapter driver, right-click on it from the Device Manager and select 'Uninstall.' Once the device is removed from the computer, restart the computer. Once Windows loads, it will automatically detect and reinstall the driver.
5. Run the Windows 7 Diagnostic Tool (if the computer uses the Windows 7 operating system) to diagnose any networking issues the operating system may be able to correct. To access the Windows 7 Diagnostic Tool, open the 'Start' menu and type 'Network' into the search field. Click 'Network and Sharing Center' and then select 'Diagnose and repair' from the left-side bar. The Windows 7 Diagnostic Tool will automatically run and will attempt to repair and establish the wireless connection.
6. Attempt to manually connect to the wireless network. Open the 'Network and Sharing Center' and click 'Setup a new connection or network.' Enter the network name, security type and network key into the text boxes and click 'Next.' If successful, click 'Use the existing network' and then click 'Connect.' The network name, security type and network key can be obtained from the network administrator or by logging into the router. For help logging into the router, consult the instructions included with the router.
How to Troubleshoot a Computer
1. Restart the computer. Many software problems will correct themselves when you do.
2. Check your cables. Keyboard not working? Make sure it's plugged in. Mouse not responding? Make sure it's plugged in.
3. Check the electric power. Plug a lamp into the same power outlet that's connected to your computer to make sure the outlet is working.
4. Make sure the computer and monitor are plugged in.
5. Disconnect peripheral devices (such as a printer or external Zip disk) and restart the computer.
6. Listen for unusual sounds. Is the cooling fan running? Is the hard drive making noises?
7. Look inside the computer for wires that aren't plugged in all the way or other faulty connections.
8. Start the computer from an external start-up disk, such as the system software CD that came with your computer.
2. Check your cables. Keyboard not working? Make sure it's plugged in. Mouse not responding? Make sure it's plugged in.
3. Check the electric power. Plug a lamp into the same power outlet that's connected to your computer to make sure the outlet is working.
4. Make sure the computer and monitor are plugged in.
5. Disconnect peripheral devices (such as a printer or external Zip disk) and restart the computer.
6. Listen for unusual sounds. Is the cooling fan running? Is the hard drive making noises?
7. Look inside the computer for wires that aren't plugged in all the way or other faulty connections.
8. Start the computer from an external start-up disk, such as the system software CD that came with your computer.
How to Overide HP Ink Cartridge Expiration Dates
1. Unplug the printer's power cord, and unplug the cord connecting the printer to the computer. This ensures the printer is off and disconnected before removing the battery.
2. Open the top of the printer, taking care not to scratch or otherwise damage any of the internal pieces.
3. Locate the battery inside the printer. Its location varies depending on the model of HP printer, but generally it is located in the front lower left section of the printer. It should resemble a small silver disc.
4. Unplug the battery from the printer by unplugging the small cable attached to it.
5. Wait about an hour. Reconnect the battery to the printer. After reconnecting the printer to a power outlet and the computer, it should start and recognize a refilled ink cartridge as new.
2. Open the top of the printer, taking care not to scratch or otherwise damage any of the internal pieces.
3. Locate the battery inside the printer. Its location varies depending on the model of HP printer, but generally it is located in the front lower left section of the printer. It should resemble a small silver disc.
4. Unplug the battery from the printer by unplugging the small cable attached to it.
5. Wait about an hour. Reconnect the battery to the printer. After reconnecting the printer to a power outlet and the computer, it should start and recognize a refilled ink cartridge as new.
How to Reset the R200 Printer (3 Steps)
1. Press and hold the 'Stop,' 'Maintenance' and 'Power' buttons for 10 seconds.
2. Turn off the power to the printer. Unplug the power cord from the wall.
3. Wait one minute. Plug the power cord back into the wall. Turn the power back on to the printer.
2. Turn off the power to the printer. Unplug the power cord from the wall.
3. Wait one minute. Plug the power cord back into the wall. Turn the power back on to the printer.
How to Change the Default Printer in MS Word (4 Steps)
1. Click the 'Windows' button or click the 'Start' button.
2. Click 'Printers and Faxes' to open the Printers and Faxes window.
3. Right-click the printer you want, then click 'Set as Default Printer.'
4. Close the window to save the changes.
2. Click 'Printers and Faxes' to open the Printers and Faxes window.
3. Right-click the printer you want, then click 'Set as Default Printer.'
4. Close the window to save the changes.
How to Troubleshoot the HP Deskjet F4180
1. Verify the 'On' light on the front of the printer is lit up to indicate the printer is on. If it is not, press the 'Power' button and wait for the printer to start.
2. Ensure the power cord is securely connected to the back of the printer and firmly plugged into a power outlet, surge protector or power strip.
3. Check the USB connection between the printer and your computer to make sure that it's secure and that the USB cable is not too old and is no longer than 9.8 feet.
4. Restart your computer after checking all connections.
Ink Problems
1. Remove each ink cartridge if you are having print quality problems. Check for damage on the copper contact and make sure the plastic tape is removed from each cartridge.
2. Press and hold 'Cancel' and then press the 'Start Copy Color' button to print a self test. Clean the cartridges if you see broken lines in a pattern on the test. Check the black ink cartridge if the black line is not clear or missing. Check the color cartridge if any of the color lines are missing or not clear.
3. Open the 'HP Solution Center,' click 'Settings,' select 'Print Settings' and choose 'Printer Toolbox' to clean the cartridges. Select the 'Device Services' tab and choose 'Clean the Print Cartridges.' Follow the instructions until you are satisfied with the quality of the printing, then click 'Done.'
4. Open the 'HP Solution Center' from your desktop or 'Start' menu and click 'Settings,' 'Print Settings' and then 'Printer Toolbox.' Click the 'Estimated Ink Level' tab and check the ink levels.
5. Replace the ink cartridges if the ink levels are low. Turn the printer on, open the print cartridge door, press down on the ink cartridge and remove it once the print carriage stops moving. Remove the new cartridge from its packaging and slide it into the correct position.
Copying
1. Ensure the original is placed correctly on the glass if your whole image does not copy. The original should lay face down on the glass, flush with the left front corner.
2. Wait for the printer to finish another job if the 'On' light is blinking.
3. Verify you're using paper supported by the F4180.
4. Turn the printer off and clean the scanner glass with a slightly moist soft cloth or sponge if your copy has spots or is missing areas of the original.
Scanning
1. Close all open applications that you aren't using to free up memory if your scan fails.
2. Ensure your original is face down, flush with the front corner of the glass if your scan comes out blank.
3. Make a black-and-white copy of your original document and then scan the copy if your scanned image shows dotted lines instead of text. The scanner may not recognize color text.
4. Open the 'HP Solution Center' and then 'HP Scanning' window. Click 'Lighten/Darken' from the 'Basic' menu and adjust the brightness indicators if the text is missing or incorrect.
2. Ensure the power cord is securely connected to the back of the printer and firmly plugged into a power outlet, surge protector or power strip.
3. Check the USB connection between the printer and your computer to make sure that it's secure and that the USB cable is not too old and is no longer than 9.8 feet.
4. Restart your computer after checking all connections.
Ink Problems
1. Remove each ink cartridge if you are having print quality problems. Check for damage on the copper contact and make sure the plastic tape is removed from each cartridge.
2. Press and hold 'Cancel' and then press the 'Start Copy Color' button to print a self test. Clean the cartridges if you see broken lines in a pattern on the test. Check the black ink cartridge if the black line is not clear or missing. Check the color cartridge if any of the color lines are missing or not clear.
3. Open the 'HP Solution Center,' click 'Settings,' select 'Print Settings' and choose 'Printer Toolbox' to clean the cartridges. Select the 'Device Services' tab and choose 'Clean the Print Cartridges.' Follow the instructions until you are satisfied with the quality of the printing, then click 'Done.'
4. Open the 'HP Solution Center' from your desktop or 'Start' menu and click 'Settings,' 'Print Settings' and then 'Printer Toolbox.' Click the 'Estimated Ink Level' tab and check the ink levels.
5. Replace the ink cartridges if the ink levels are low. Turn the printer on, open the print cartridge door, press down on the ink cartridge and remove it once the print carriage stops moving. Remove the new cartridge from its packaging and slide it into the correct position.
Copying
1. Ensure the original is placed correctly on the glass if your whole image does not copy. The original should lay face down on the glass, flush with the left front corner.
2. Wait for the printer to finish another job if the 'On' light is blinking.
3. Verify you're using paper supported by the F4180.
4. Turn the printer off and clean the scanner glass with a slightly moist soft cloth or sponge if your copy has spots or is missing areas of the original.
Scanning
1. Close all open applications that you aren't using to free up memory if your scan fails.
2. Ensure your original is face down, flush with the front corner of the glass if your scan comes out blank.
3. Make a black-and-white copy of your original document and then scan the copy if your scanned image shows dotted lines instead of text. The scanner may not recognize color text.
4. Open the 'HP Solution Center' and then 'HP Scanning' window. Click 'Lighten/Darken' from the 'Basic' menu and adjust the brightness indicators if the text is missing or incorrect.
How to Troubleshoot an HP 1510 Printer
1. Check to make sure that the power cord is securely plugged into an active wall outlet if your printer is not turning on.
2. Make sure that the USB cable connecting your computer to your printer is securely connected if your printer powers on but will not perform a print job.
3. Remove a paper jam if the 'Check Paper' light on the front of the printer is blinking. To do this, first turn off the printer and unplug the power cord from the printer. Open the front cartridge door and locate the jammed paper. Gently pull the jammed paper toward you. Plug the printer back in and turn it back on.
4. Connect your printer to a different USB port on your computer if you are experiencing slow printing. The slowness could be due to a connection problem with your computer's USB port. After you've switched the port, try your print job again.
5. Make sure that a phone line is securely connected from a phone jack to your printer if you are having trouble sending or receiving faxes.
6. Clean the scanner surface if your scans are blurry or have vertical white or black lines. To do this, spray the a soft, lint-free cloth with a mild glass cleaner. Wipe the scanner glass with the cloth and then dry it with another clean lint-free cloth.
7. Hard reset the printer if you are having trouble solving your problem. Turn the printer off and remove the power cord from the wall outlet. Wait at least 15 seconds and plug the cord back in. Power the printer on and try your job again.
8. Restart your computer if you can't solve your printing or scanning job. Sometimes restarting the computer can solve an unseen problem.
2. Make sure that the USB cable connecting your computer to your printer is securely connected if your printer powers on but will not perform a print job.
3. Remove a paper jam if the 'Check Paper' light on the front of the printer is blinking. To do this, first turn off the printer and unplug the power cord from the printer. Open the front cartridge door and locate the jammed paper. Gently pull the jammed paper toward you. Plug the printer back in and turn it back on.
4. Connect your printer to a different USB port on your computer if you are experiencing slow printing. The slowness could be due to a connection problem with your computer's USB port. After you've switched the port, try your print job again.
5. Make sure that a phone line is securely connected from a phone jack to your printer if you are having trouble sending or receiving faxes.
6. Clean the scanner surface if your scans are blurry or have vertical white or black lines. To do this, spray the a soft, lint-free cloth with a mild glass cleaner. Wipe the scanner glass with the cloth and then dry it with another clean lint-free cloth.
7. Hard reset the printer if you are having trouble solving your problem. Turn the printer off and remove the power cord from the wall outlet. Wait at least 15 seconds and plug the cord back in. Power the printer on and try your job again.
8. Restart your computer if you can't solve your printing or scanning job. Sometimes restarting the computer can solve an unseen problem.
How to Install a PDF Printer (9 Steps)
1. Visit the Bullzip homepage to install a PDF printer on your computer system. This application is compatible with Microsoft Windows 2000 operating systems or higher. From virtually any Windows-based program, you'll have the chance to instantly create a PDF.
2. Scroll to the middle of the homepage and click the 'Download PDF Printer' icon for your personal location. Within a few minutes, a pop-up window will open for you. Select the 'Save File' button to download the Bullzip PDF printer onto your current computer system. Make sure that it's saved to a location that will be easily found.
3. Install the Bullzip PDF printer by double-clicking the downloaded file. A pop-up window will open and guide you through the setup process. To move through the installation steps, click the 'Next' button to do so. Choose to add the Bullzip PDF printer to your computer desktop and 'Quick Launch' section. Click the 'Install' button, and the necessary files will automatically be added to your computer. If you'd like to launch the Bullzip PDF printer after installation, keep the check in the box next to 'Bullzip PDF Printer on the Web' and press the 'Finish' button.
4. Look at the 'Printers' window when it opens. It will list all existing printers connected to your computer system. The Bullzip PDF printer will also appear in your list of installed printers. When you're ready to use the application, just open an Internet browser page or virtually any other program on your computer.
5. Select the printing option when available. The 'Print' window will instantly appear for you to choose a printer. From the drop-down list, change from your default printer to the Bullzip PDF printer instead. Press the 'OK' button to begin printing. Another pop-up window will appear with several options to choose from. On the 'General' tab, change the default file name by clicking the '...' next to the existing file name. Customize your PDF by clicking onto some of the other tabs. A few options include adding a watermark, merging, security, and changing document properties. When you've finished, click the 'Save' button to finalize the changes.
PrimoPDF Printer
1. Navigate to the PrimoPDF homepage to download the free PDF printer. Click the 'Download Free' button to begin your installation steps. You'll be quickly directed to another page to start downloading the PrimoPDF printer.
2. Select the 'Download Now' button on the Cnet download page. A pop-up box will appear for you to click the 'Save File' button. After downloading the PrimoPDF printer, double click the file to start installing. Choose the 'Next' button to move through the steps. You'll be prompted to register your version of PrimoPDF by entering your name and email address. Press the 'Finish' button when you've completed the installation.
3. Open an application on your Windows computer system or launch a web page. Select the 'Print' option from your menu toolbar. When the 'Print' window appears, change from the default printer to the PrimoPDF printer. Another window will display for you to change settings for your new PDF document.
4. Decide if you'd like your PDF to be viewed on a computer screen only, available for printing, compressed for an eBook version, or some of the other choices. Add document properties or a security feature that will limit access to your new PDF. Change the name of the file by clicking the '...' next to the 'Save As' section. When you've finished making changes, click the 'Create PDF' button to convert.
2. Scroll to the middle of the homepage and click the 'Download PDF Printer' icon for your personal location. Within a few minutes, a pop-up window will open for you. Select the 'Save File' button to download the Bullzip PDF printer onto your current computer system. Make sure that it's saved to a location that will be easily found.
3. Install the Bullzip PDF printer by double-clicking the downloaded file. A pop-up window will open and guide you through the setup process. To move through the installation steps, click the 'Next' button to do so. Choose to add the Bullzip PDF printer to your computer desktop and 'Quick Launch' section. Click the 'Install' button, and the necessary files will automatically be added to your computer. If you'd like to launch the Bullzip PDF printer after installation, keep the check in the box next to 'Bullzip PDF Printer on the Web' and press the 'Finish' button.
4. Look at the 'Printers' window when it opens. It will list all existing printers connected to your computer system. The Bullzip PDF printer will also appear in your list of installed printers. When you're ready to use the application, just open an Internet browser page or virtually any other program on your computer.
5. Select the printing option when available. The 'Print' window will instantly appear for you to choose a printer. From the drop-down list, change from your default printer to the Bullzip PDF printer instead. Press the 'OK' button to begin printing. Another pop-up window will appear with several options to choose from. On the 'General' tab, change the default file name by clicking the '...' next to the existing file name. Customize your PDF by clicking onto some of the other tabs. A few options include adding a watermark, merging, security, and changing document properties. When you've finished, click the 'Save' button to finalize the changes.
PrimoPDF Printer
1. Navigate to the PrimoPDF homepage to download the free PDF printer. Click the 'Download Free' button to begin your installation steps. You'll be quickly directed to another page to start downloading the PrimoPDF printer.
2. Select the 'Download Now' button on the Cnet download page. A pop-up box will appear for you to click the 'Save File' button. After downloading the PrimoPDF printer, double click the file to start installing. Choose the 'Next' button to move through the steps. You'll be prompted to register your version of PrimoPDF by entering your name and email address. Press the 'Finish' button when you've completed the installation.
3. Open an application on your Windows computer system or launch a web page. Select the 'Print' option from your menu toolbar. When the 'Print' window appears, change from the default printer to the PrimoPDF printer. Another window will display for you to change settings for your new PDF document.
4. Decide if you'd like your PDF to be viewed on a computer screen only, available for printing, compressed for an eBook version, or some of the other choices. Add document properties or a security feature that will limit access to your new PDF. Change the name of the file by clicking the '...' next to the 'Save As' section. When you've finished making changes, click the 'Create PDF' button to convert.
How to Change a Toner Cart in a Brother HL 2040
1. Grasp the front cover of the printer and pull it toward you to open the toner door. Reach into the printer and grab the combined toner cartridge/drum assembly. Lift up slightly and pull it out of the front of the printer.
2. Place the cartridge and drum on a paper towel, spare sheet of paper, rag or other surface that can get dirty. Loose toner particles may spill from the cartridge.
3. Press the blue locking lever on the cartridge/drum unit to unlock the toner cartridge from the drum. Lift the toner cartridge up and away from the drum unit. Dispose of the old toner cartridge in accordance with your local regulations. Seal it in a plastic bag to keep loose toner from spilling.
4. Gently shake your new toner cartridge back and forth a few times to distribute the toner evenly across the width of the cartridge. Remove the plastic protective cover from the bottom of the cartridge.
5. Place the new toner cartridge onto the drum unit and press it down gently until it locks into place. The blue locking lever will automatically click into place. Verify that the toner cartridge is securely connected to the drum.
6. Locate the corona wire cleaner tab at the front of the drum unit. Slide it back and forth several times to improve the print quality of the drum. Set the tab back in the home position when finished.
7. Slide the combined toner cartridge/drum unit back into the printer and close the front cover.
2. Place the cartridge and drum on a paper towel, spare sheet of paper, rag or other surface that can get dirty. Loose toner particles may spill from the cartridge.
3. Press the blue locking lever on the cartridge/drum unit to unlock the toner cartridge from the drum. Lift the toner cartridge up and away from the drum unit. Dispose of the old toner cartridge in accordance with your local regulations. Seal it in a plastic bag to keep loose toner from spilling.
4. Gently shake your new toner cartridge back and forth a few times to distribute the toner evenly across the width of the cartridge. Remove the plastic protective cover from the bottom of the cartridge.
5. Place the new toner cartridge onto the drum unit and press it down gently until it locks into place. The blue locking lever will automatically click into place. Verify that the toner cartridge is securely connected to the drum.
6. Locate the corona wire cleaner tab at the front of the drum unit. Slide it back and forth several times to improve the print quality of the drum. Set the tab back in the home position when finished.
7. Slide the combined toner cartridge/drum unit back into the printer and close the front cover.
How to Install Canon iP2600 Ink Cartridges (7 Steps)
1. Turn on your Canon iP2600.
2. Lift the top cover up to access the cartridge holder, which should move to the left side of the printer. If you're replacing a cartridge, press down on the top front of the cartridge to unlock it from the holder, pull it from its slot and set it aside for disposal.
3. Remove a new cartridge from its packaging. Hold the cartridge by the sides near the front. Grasp the tab on the side of the cartridge and then gently pull it down to pull the tape off the ink nozzles.
4. Hold the cartridge with the front angled down slightly and the back pointing slightly up and insert it into the holder -- black on the left side or color on the right.
5. Push the front of the cartridge up to lock it into its holder slot.
6. Repeat with the other cartridge if needed.
7. Flip down the top cover. Wait for the 'Power' LED to stop flashing and then begin printing.
2. Lift the top cover up to access the cartridge holder, which should move to the left side of the printer. If you're replacing a cartridge, press down on the top front of the cartridge to unlock it from the holder, pull it from its slot and set it aside for disposal.
3. Remove a new cartridge from its packaging. Hold the cartridge by the sides near the front. Grasp the tab on the side of the cartridge and then gently pull it down to pull the tape off the ink nozzles.
4. Hold the cartridge with the front angled down slightly and the back pointing slightly up and insert it into the holder -- black on the left side or color on the right.
5. Push the front of the cartridge up to lock it into its holder slot.
6. Repeat with the other cartridge if needed.
7. Flip down the top cover. Wait for the 'Power' LED to stop flashing and then begin printing.
How to Install an HP LaserJet 3050 Without the Installation Disk
1. Turn the HP LaserJet 3050 on but do not plug the USB connector into the computer until prompted by the installation application.
2. Open an internet browser and navigate to the HP LaserJet 3050 download site (see Resources).
3. Click the very last download button in the list labeled “HP LaserJet 3050/3052/3055/3390/3392 North America/Western Europe Full Software Solution.” An EXE file will be queued for download.
4. Click “Save File” in Firefox, or “Save” in Internet Explorer to save the EXE file to the hard drive.
5. Double-click the EXE file to install the drivers and software. Click “Next” button, when prompted, to proceed with the installation. A notification window will appear indicating the files are being prepared for copying. Next, the message will read “Copying Files,” and then “Processing.” Finally, the message will appear that the installation is finishing and a notification will appear to connect the printer device to the computer.
6. Plug the HP LaserJet’s USB connector cable into a free USB port onto the computer.
7. Click “OK.” USB drivers will install and the device will be found and listed by Windows. A notification window will appear indicating a new printer has been detected. The HP printing and scanning software will now install. Once installation is complete, a success message will appear.
8. Click “OK.” The printer/scanner software will open to calibrate the print heads.
9. Click “Next.” The software will calibrate the print heads and then prompt to print a test page.
10. Click the “Print Test Page” button and inspect the page. The software will then prompt to insert the test page into the scanner, close the lid and calibrate the scanner by scanning the page.
11. Lay the test page on the scanner bed, close the lid and click “OK.” The scanner will scan the test page.
12. Click “OK” to finish the calibration process. The scanner will scan the test document and use the data to calibrate.
13. Reboot the computer, when prompted. When the computer restarts, the printer/scanner device is installed and functional.
2. Open an internet browser and navigate to the HP LaserJet 3050 download site (see Resources).
3. Click the very last download button in the list labeled “HP LaserJet 3050/3052/3055/3390/3392 North America/Western Europe Full Software Solution.” An EXE file will be queued for download.
4. Click “Save File” in Firefox, or “Save” in Internet Explorer to save the EXE file to the hard drive.
5. Double-click the EXE file to install the drivers and software. Click “Next” button, when prompted, to proceed with the installation. A notification window will appear indicating the files are being prepared for copying. Next, the message will read “Copying Files,” and then “Processing.” Finally, the message will appear that the installation is finishing and a notification will appear to connect the printer device to the computer.
6. Plug the HP LaserJet’s USB connector cable into a free USB port onto the computer.
7. Click “OK.” USB drivers will install and the device will be found and listed by Windows. A notification window will appear indicating a new printer has been detected. The HP printing and scanning software will now install. Once installation is complete, a success message will appear.
8. Click “OK.” The printer/scanner software will open to calibrate the print heads.
9. Click “Next.” The software will calibrate the print heads and then prompt to print a test page.
10. Click the “Print Test Page” button and inspect the page. The software will then prompt to insert the test page into the scanner, close the lid and calibrate the scanner by scanning the page.
11. Lay the test page on the scanner bed, close the lid and click “OK.” The scanner will scan the test page.
12. Click “OK” to finish the calibration process. The scanner will scan the test document and use the data to calibrate.
13. Reboot the computer, when prompted. When the computer restarts, the printer/scanner device is installed and functional.
How Do I Print Envelopes on HP Printer Officejet Pro?
1. Load a standard (business) size envelope into the bottom of your HP All-in-One, where the envelope icon is. Make sure to load it with the flap side up. If you are printing multiple envelopes, you can load as many as the paper tray will handle.
2. Slide the bar in the paper tray so it is right next to the envelopes. This will put the printer in 'envelope mode' and no paper from the paper tray will be fed during the printing process.
3. Open your word processor of choice and put it in 'envelope' mode. If you are using Microsoft Word 2007, this can be done by going to 'Mailings' and then selecting 'Envelopes.' Once you have entered your text, press the 'Print' button at the bottom of the page.
4. Wait for the printed envelope to come out of the top of the printer. Depending on the paper type, the ink may take a few seconds to dry, so be careful handling envelopes immediately after printing.
2. Slide the bar in the paper tray so it is right next to the envelopes. This will put the printer in 'envelope mode' and no paper from the paper tray will be fed during the printing process.
3. Open your word processor of choice and put it in 'envelope' mode. If you are using Microsoft Word 2007, this can be done by going to 'Mailings' and then selecting 'Envelopes.' Once you have entered your text, press the 'Print' button at the bottom of the page.
4. Wait for the printed envelope to come out of the top of the printer. Depending on the paper type, the ink may take a few seconds to dry, so be careful handling envelopes immediately after printing.
How to Reset Ink Cartridge Chips (3 Steps)
1. Go to a computer hardware store to buy an ink cartridge chip resetter. You can purchase it from an online store as well (See Resources). An ink resetter is a small, inexpensive tool used for resetting cartridges. As different ink resetter models are compatible with different cartridges, you must be careful about purchasing a resetter that supports your cartridge model.
2. Take the cartridge out of your printer and hold it upside down. By doing this, the release holes will be pointing up. Hold the ink resetter in your other hand in a way that the LED light points upward. Position the resetter pins right in front of the cartridge chip and press them together. Make sure all the pins come in contact with the chip at the same time.
3. Keep holding the pins against the chip of the cartridge for three to five seconds. When the light on the resetter turns green, the cartridge is reset and is ready for use.
2. Take the cartridge out of your printer and hold it upside down. By doing this, the release holes will be pointing up. Hold the ink resetter in your other hand in a way that the LED light points upward. Position the resetter pins right in front of the cartridge chip and press them together. Make sure all the pins come in contact with the chip at the same time.
3. Keep holding the pins against the chip of the cartridge for three to five seconds. When the light on the resetter turns green, the cartridge is reset and is ready for use.
How to Use a Brother Scanner
1. Turn on the Brother device and the attached computer. Make sure the two devices are connected by a USB cable.
2. Click the computer desktop's 'Start' button and select 'All Programs.' Select the folder labeled 'Brother' and click the sub-folder labeled 'PaperPort' to launch the program.
3. Load the document to be scanned either face-up in the scanner's document feeder or face-down on the scanning glass. Click the Brother device's icon in the PaperPort window to launch a settings window.
4. Change any settings in the new window, which will vary depending on the scanning capabilities of your device.
5. Click the 'Start' button at the bottom of the window. Once the scan has completed, choose a spot on the computer's hard drive to save the file. For easy retrieval, you may choose your desktop.
2. Click the computer desktop's 'Start' button and select 'All Programs.' Select the folder labeled 'Brother' and click the sub-folder labeled 'PaperPort' to launch the program.
3. Load the document to be scanned either face-up in the scanner's document feeder or face-down on the scanning glass. Click the Brother device's icon in the PaperPort window to launch a settings window.
4. Change any settings in the new window, which will vary depending on the scanning capabilities of your device.
5. Click the 'Start' button at the bottom of the window. Once the scan has completed, choose a spot on the computer's hard drive to save the file. For easy retrieval, you may choose your desktop.
How to Print a Banner With an Inkjet Printer
1. Get specialized software, such as Microsoft Publisher. While you can make banner-like objects with generalize word processor,s like Word or Works, by writing large-font words on individual papers, printing them out, and taping them together, that process is not the focus of this eHow.
2. In your publication program, choose 'Banner' as the type of project. There may be a simple selection box or you may be able to work within a template. Templates tend to be easier. If your program does not have a banner template, you should be able to find one on the program's Web site.
3. Go through the template or selection menus and choose the options you want, such as the height and width of the banner, or the number of pieces you want to use. Choose whether you want the banner in black and white or in color. Banners will use a lot of ink, and color ink for inkjet printers is going to be very expensive.
4. Create the picture or the text of your banner in your publication software. When you are done, save the file.
5. Go through the menus and select the print option. Be certain your paper is loaded in the tray, and start to print.
6. Once your papers are printed out, tape or glue everything together, and put up your banner.
2. In your publication program, choose 'Banner' as the type of project. There may be a simple selection box or you may be able to work within a template. Templates tend to be easier. If your program does not have a banner template, you should be able to find one on the program's Web site.
3. Go through the template or selection menus and choose the options you want, such as the height and width of the banner, or the number of pieces you want to use. Choose whether you want the banner in black and white or in color. Banners will use a lot of ink, and color ink for inkjet printers is going to be very expensive.
4. Create the picture or the text of your banner in your publication software. When you are done, save the file.
5. Go through the menus and select the print option. Be certain your paper is loaded in the tray, and start to print.
6. Once your papers are printed out, tape or glue everything together, and put up your banner.
How to Install Canon 2600 Printer Drivers (8 Steps)
1. Connect your Canon Pixma iP2600 printer to the computer using the supplied USB cable and turn it on.
2. Go to the Canon Pixma iP2600 drivers download page and select your Windows operating system to download the drivers to.
3. Click the 'exe' installation file and click the 'I agree-Begin Download' button. Click 'Save' to download the driver installation file to a location on your computer preferably the desktop so you can have quicker access to it.
4. Double click the installation file from the location you saved it in and click 'Run.' The drivers will begin installing automatically on your computer.
Mac OS
1. Connect your Canon Pixma iP2600 printer to the computer using the supplied USB cable and turn it on.
2. Go to the Canon Pixma iP2600 drivers download page and select 'Mac OS X' in the 'Select OS' window.
3. Click the 'dmg' driver installation file and click 'I Agree-Begin Download.' The installation file will begin to download automatically and will be saved to the desktop on your computer.
4. Double click the installation file to mount the disk image. Double click the mounted disk image and double click the '.pkg' file. The drivers will begin to automatically install on your Macintosh.
2. Go to the Canon Pixma iP2600 drivers download page and select your Windows operating system to download the drivers to.
3. Click the 'exe' installation file and click the 'I agree-Begin Download' button. Click 'Save' to download the driver installation file to a location on your computer preferably the desktop so you can have quicker access to it.
4. Double click the installation file from the location you saved it in and click 'Run.' The drivers will begin installing automatically on your computer.
Mac OS
1. Connect your Canon Pixma iP2600 printer to the computer using the supplied USB cable and turn it on.
2. Go to the Canon Pixma iP2600 drivers download page and select 'Mac OS X' in the 'Select OS' window.
3. Click the 'dmg' driver installation file and click 'I Agree-Begin Download.' The installation file will begin to download automatically and will be saved to the desktop on your computer.
4. Double click the installation file to mount the disk image. Double click the mounted disk image and double click the '.pkg' file. The drivers will begin to automatically install on your Macintosh.
Monday, February 23, 2015
How to Recycle an Ink Cartridge for Money
1. Collect empty or used ink cartridges that you, your friends and family have.
2. Visit an office supply store such as Office Depot, Office Max or Staples.
3. Sign up for each respective store's 'Rewards' program. The average store rewards $3.00 for recycled ink cartridges in the form of instant in-store savings or a gift card.
2. Visit an office supply store such as Office Depot, Office Max or Staples.
3. Sign up for each respective store's 'Rewards' program. The average store rewards $3.00 for recycled ink cartridges in the form of instant in-store savings or a gift card.
How to Clean a Laser Printer Fuser (5 Steps)
1. Turn the printer off and allow it to sit for at least an hour. The fuser cartridge gets very hot when the printer is on, and you could burn yourself while servicing it unless you allow it to cool thoroughly.
2. Remove the fuser from the printer. One most printers the fuser is located either on the left hand side of the printer or in the back. Consult your owner's manual for the exact location, then open the fuser door and flip down the retaining clips that hold the cartridge in place. Carefully pull the fuser cartridge free of the printer and sit it on a table, desk or other flat surface. You might want to put a drop cloth down first in case the fuser leaks any oil.
3. Wipe the entire surface of the fuser to remove any excess fuser oil.
4. Vacuum the area around the fuser rollers to remove any paper dust and other debris. Use the small knobs on the front of the fuser cartridge to access the fuser roller. A small vacuum like the kind used to service computers works best for this purpose.
5. Put the fuser cartridge back in the printer and turn it on. Allow the printer to warm up, then send a test page to make sure the fuser is working properly.
2. Remove the fuser from the printer. One most printers the fuser is located either on the left hand side of the printer or in the back. Consult your owner's manual for the exact location, then open the fuser door and flip down the retaining clips that hold the cartridge in place. Carefully pull the fuser cartridge free of the printer and sit it on a table, desk or other flat surface. You might want to put a drop cloth down first in case the fuser leaks any oil.
3. Wipe the entire surface of the fuser to remove any excess fuser oil.
4. Vacuum the area around the fuser rollers to remove any paper dust and other debris. Use the small knobs on the front of the fuser cartridge to access the fuser roller. A small vacuum like the kind used to service computers works best for this purpose.
5. Put the fuser cartridge back in the printer and turn it on. Allow the printer to warm up, then send a test page to make sure the fuser is working properly.
How to Add a Printer Without a CD (5 Steps)
1. Turn on the printer and the computer you wish to use with it. Open up the computer's web browser and find the printer manufacturer's home page.
2. Look for and click on a link on the printer manufacturer's web page that says 'Driver/Software Downloads' or something similar.
3. Enter the printer's model number, which is printed on the printer's case, and select the operating system your computer uses. Click on the 'Download' button next to the installation software for your printer.
4. Open the printer's installation software and follow any on-screen instructions it gives. When the software prompts, connect the cable between the computer and the printer.
5. Restart your computer if the software directs you to.
2. Look for and click on a link on the printer manufacturer's web page that says 'Driver/Software Downloads' or something similar.
3. Enter the printer's model number, which is printed on the printer's case, and select the operating system your computer uses. Click on the 'Download' button next to the installation software for your printer.
4. Open the printer's installation software and follow any on-screen instructions it gives. When the software prompts, connect the cable between the computer and the printer.
5. Restart your computer if the software directs you to.
How to Scan to PaperPort Without Prompts
1. Download the newest version of your scanner's driver from the manufacturer's website and install it using the manufacturer's instructions. If there are no instructions, follow the standard procedure for updating a device driver in Windows.
2. Click 'Start,' type 'Device Manager' and press 'Enter.'
3. Click the '+' icon next to 'Imaging Devices.'
4. Right-click your scanner and choose 'Update Driver Software.'
5. Click 'Browse My Computer for Driver Software,' locate the new driver you downloaded and click 'Next.'
6. Click 'Close' when Windows finishes installing the driver.
7. Try to scan a multi-page document.
Enable ADF
1. Select the profile that you are using from the 'Scan' or 'Get Photo' pane of the PaperPort window.
2. Click 'Settings' and select the 'Scan' tab.
3. Select 'ADF' under the 'Source' option menu and click 'OK.'
4. Try to scan a multi-page document.
Use the Scanner Setup Wizard
1. Click 'Select' on the 'Scan' pane in PaperPort, click 'Available Scanners' and select 'Advanced Setup.'
2. Click 'Yes' and select 'Next' for the next two prompts.
3. Choose 'Basic Scan Test (Recommended)' and 'Check ADF Capabilities' from the list of available tests.
4. Click 'Next,' then click 'Next' again when the scanning interface appears.
5. Check to make sure that the Scanner Setup Wizard detected the correct type of ADF scanner and click 'Next.'
6. Insert a multiple-page document into the ADF's paper feed and click 'Next.'
7. Remove the pages when prompted, click 'Next' twice and click 'Finish' to close the wizard.
Hide the Native Interface
1. Open PaperPort and uncheck 'Display Scanner Dialog Box' from the 'Scan' pane. If this checkbox is not present, use the Scanner Setup Wizard to disable the interface:
2. Click 'Scan or Get Photo,' click 'Select' and choose 'Advanced Setup.'
3. Select 'No' for the first prompt, select 'Yes' for the second prompt and click 'Next.'
4. Click 'Advanced Settings,' select 'Hide Native User-Interface [Recommended]' and click 'OK.'
5. Click 'Next' and 'Finish' to exit, then try scanning a multi-page document.
Add a Hint
1. Click the 'Scan or Get Photo' pane in PaperPort.
2. Click 'Setup,' select 'No' and click 'Next.'
3. Uncheck the boxes to test the device and click 'Hint Editor.'
4. Click 'Edit Hints,' locate one of the following hints and click 'Add' to copy it to the right pane:WIAPENDINGXFERSPENDINGXFERS
5. Click the new entry and choose 'Modify Hint.'
6. Select 'No' from the drop-down menu and click 'OK' three times.
7. Click 'Next,' 'OK' and 'Finish' to exit the wizard.
2. Click 'Start,' type 'Device Manager' and press 'Enter.'
3. Click the '+' icon next to 'Imaging Devices.'
4. Right-click your scanner and choose 'Update Driver Software.'
5. Click 'Browse My Computer for Driver Software,' locate the new driver you downloaded and click 'Next.'
6. Click 'Close' when Windows finishes installing the driver.
7. Try to scan a multi-page document.
Enable ADF
1. Select the profile that you are using from the 'Scan' or 'Get Photo' pane of the PaperPort window.
2. Click 'Settings' and select the 'Scan' tab.
3. Select 'ADF' under the 'Source' option menu and click 'OK.'
4. Try to scan a multi-page document.
Use the Scanner Setup Wizard
1. Click 'Select' on the 'Scan' pane in PaperPort, click 'Available Scanners' and select 'Advanced Setup.'
2. Click 'Yes' and select 'Next' for the next two prompts.
3. Choose 'Basic Scan Test (Recommended)' and 'Check ADF Capabilities' from the list of available tests.
4. Click 'Next,' then click 'Next' again when the scanning interface appears.
5. Check to make sure that the Scanner Setup Wizard detected the correct type of ADF scanner and click 'Next.'
6. Insert a multiple-page document into the ADF's paper feed and click 'Next.'
7. Remove the pages when prompted, click 'Next' twice and click 'Finish' to close the wizard.
Hide the Native Interface
1. Open PaperPort and uncheck 'Display Scanner Dialog Box' from the 'Scan' pane. If this checkbox is not present, use the Scanner Setup Wizard to disable the interface:
2. Click 'Scan or Get Photo,' click 'Select' and choose 'Advanced Setup.'
3. Select 'No' for the first prompt, select 'Yes' for the second prompt and click 'Next.'
4. Click 'Advanced Settings,' select 'Hide Native User-Interface [Recommended]' and click 'OK.'
5. Click 'Next' and 'Finish' to exit, then try scanning a multi-page document.
Add a Hint
1. Click the 'Scan or Get Photo' pane in PaperPort.
2. Click 'Setup,' select 'No' and click 'Next.'
3. Uncheck the boxes to test the device and click 'Hint Editor.'
4. Click 'Edit Hints,' locate one of the following hints and click 'Add' to copy it to the right pane:WIAPENDINGXFERSPENDINGXFERS
5. Click the new entry and choose 'Modify Hint.'
6. Select 'No' from the drop-down menu and click 'OK' three times.
7. Click 'Next,' 'OK' and 'Finish' to exit the wizard.
How to Scan an Image Using the Microsoft Scanner Wizard
1.
You can access the scanner camera wizard from your control panel or start menu. Select and click on the icon of your scanner or in this case and all-in-one printer.
2.
Confirm that you have identified the correct device. In this case it is the Dell PhotoAIO Printer 942. Click next.
3.
Clean the scanner glass and place your photos on the class face down. Close the scanner cover. Select color picture from the menu. You can also scan documents, black and white photographs and illustrations. Click PREVIEW
4.
Notice, I put two images on the scanner bed. I want to save each one as a separate image. With your mouse drag the corners of the bounding box and move the box until you have selected one image. In this case the bottom image.
5.
We have now moved the bounding box to select the bottom image only. When we hit next, only the bottom image will be saved. When you are finished with this image, you can navigate back to the preview selection and select the top image to save to a second file. You can scan as many images as you can fit on the scanner glass. You do not have to preview a second time. Clicking next will begin the final scan of the image.
6.
Before the scan begins you will prompted to identify where you want to save your image and in what file format. You can also edit the name at this time.
7.
You can now finish the wizard by doing nothing. You will find your image at the saved location. You can also navigate back here to the preview step so that you can adjust the bounding box and scan the second image.
You can access the scanner camera wizard from your control panel or start menu. Select and click on the icon of your scanner or in this case and all-in-one printer.
2.
Confirm that you have identified the correct device. In this case it is the Dell PhotoAIO Printer 942. Click next.
3.
Clean the scanner glass and place your photos on the class face down. Close the scanner cover. Select color picture from the menu. You can also scan documents, black and white photographs and illustrations. Click PREVIEW
4.
Notice, I put two images on the scanner bed. I want to save each one as a separate image. With your mouse drag the corners of the bounding box and move the box until you have selected one image. In this case the bottom image.
5.
We have now moved the bounding box to select the bottom image only. When we hit next, only the bottom image will be saved. When you are finished with this image, you can navigate back to the preview selection and select the top image to save to a second file. You can scan as many images as you can fit on the scanner glass. You do not have to preview a second time. Clicking next will begin the final scan of the image.
6.
Before the scan begins you will prompted to identify where you want to save your image and in what file format. You can also edit the name at this time.
7.
You can now finish the wizard by doing nothing. You will find your image at the saved location. You can also navigate back here to the preview step so that you can adjust the bounding box and scan the second image.
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