1. Plug the printer's power cable into the power outlet. Press the printer's power button and wait for the power light indicator to flash or start blinking. If the power light does not flash, press the button again. Note that some HP printers will take a while before they power on, so you have to wait for the device to initialize first. Don't hold down the power button too long--it may power on, and then turn off.
2. Disconnect the printer’s power supply from the power outlet (“power supply” refers to both the power cord and power module) and check for any visible damages. If the power cable is damaged and the printer is still under warranty, you may have it replaced by HP. Note that the power cable is attached to the “power module” (the one that looks like a laptop adapter). Detach the power module from the printer, and then connect the power cable into a power outlet. If the green light on the power module does not light up, contact HP to have it replaced.
3. Plug the power supply to the HP printer once again, and then plug the power cable into the power outlet. Ensure that the power cable is attached properly to the power module. If the printer still does not power on, try plugging the power cable into another power outlet. If the printer powers on this time, the problem is with the power outlet.
4. Unplug the USB connector located at the back of the printer, and then turn the printer on. If the printer powers on without the USB cable, it may be causing the printer to not power on. Consider replacing the USB cable if this is the case.
Thursday, April 30, 2015
How to Remove the Haha Virus
1. Point your browser to Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware, http://www.malwarebytes.org/, and click on the blue 'Download Free Version' button.
2. Click on the 'Download Now' button to start the download process. Click 'Open' to download the file.
3. Select the language you prefer and click 'OK.' The Malwarebytes setup wizard will begin. Several dialog boxes will appear. The first dialog box is the licensing agreement for Malwarebytes. Read the information and select the radio button 'I agree' and click 'Next.' Read the information about updates to the version you are downloading and click 'Next.'
4. Select the destination of where you want Malwarebytes to install or accept the default setting and click 'Next.' Decide if you want a Malwarebytes shortcut on your desktop or skip this step by clicking 'Next.' You will be asked to create a desktop icon or a Quick launch icon. If you choose, you can also ignore this by clicking 'Next.'
5. Click 'Install' to install the program on your hard drive. It takes a short time for the program to download and install. The program will ask if you would like to update and launch the program. Leave both boxes on this dialog checked to update and launch the program. Click 'Finish.' The computer connects with the main Malwarebytes site and will beep when it is done updating. Click 'OK' and Malwarebytes will start.
Remove the Virus
1. Click on the radio button 'Perform full scan' and click 'Scan' in the Malwarebytes program window. Depending on the size of your hard drive and the number of infections, a full scan may take a while. The computer will beep when the scan is completed and a dialog box appears letting you know the results of the scan.
2. Click 'Show Results' to see what Malwarebytes found. Check all detected security threats and click 'Remove Selected.' A screen will appear reporting what was removed.
3. Restart your computer to finish the process.
2. Click on the 'Download Now' button to start the download process. Click 'Open' to download the file.
3. Select the language you prefer and click 'OK.' The Malwarebytes setup wizard will begin. Several dialog boxes will appear. The first dialog box is the licensing agreement for Malwarebytes. Read the information and select the radio button 'I agree' and click 'Next.' Read the information about updates to the version you are downloading and click 'Next.'
4. Select the destination of where you want Malwarebytes to install or accept the default setting and click 'Next.' Decide if you want a Malwarebytes shortcut on your desktop or skip this step by clicking 'Next.' You will be asked to create a desktop icon or a Quick launch icon. If you choose, you can also ignore this by clicking 'Next.'
5. Click 'Install' to install the program on your hard drive. It takes a short time for the program to download and install. The program will ask if you would like to update and launch the program. Leave both boxes on this dialog checked to update and launch the program. Click 'Finish.' The computer connects with the main Malwarebytes site and will beep when it is done updating. Click 'OK' and Malwarebytes will start.
Remove the Virus
1. Click on the radio button 'Perform full scan' and click 'Scan' in the Malwarebytes program window. Depending on the size of your hard drive and the number of infections, a full scan may take a while. The computer will beep when the scan is completed and a dialog box appears letting you know the results of the scan.
2. Click 'Show Results' to see what Malwarebytes found. Check all detected security threats and click 'Remove Selected.' A screen will appear reporting what was removed.
3. Restart your computer to finish the process.
How to Troubleshoot a Canon iP1600 Printer (5 Steps)
1. Remove all of the paper from the paper tray and slide the paper guides all the way to the side. Examine the paper for any crumpled or torn pieces, then reload the tray. Make sure the guides fit snugly against the sides of the paper. If the guides are too loose, the paper can feed into the iP1600 skewed and cause a paper jam. If the guides are too tight it can cause the printer to grab more than one piece of paper.
2. Open the front of the printer and wait for the print cartridges to move to the center. Do not move the cartridges by hand--this could damage the printer and void your warranty.
3. Pull the cartridges slightly toward you and lift them free of the printer. Set the cartridges aside.
4. Wipe the interior of the printer with a soft cloth to remove any ink residue and paper dust. The Pixma iP1600 has a tendency to accumulate a lot of paper dust, especially during periods of heavy use. Cleaning the printer periodically is the best way to avoid problems.
5. Dip a cotton swab in warm water and carefully clean the bottom of each print cartridge. The print cartridges in the iP1600 printer also tend to accumulate paper dust. In addition the print nozzles can become clogged with ink residue, resulting in poor print quality and shortening the life of the cartridges. Continue wiping the cartridges until all ink residue and paper dust have been removed.
2. Open the front of the printer and wait for the print cartridges to move to the center. Do not move the cartridges by hand--this could damage the printer and void your warranty.
3. Pull the cartridges slightly toward you and lift them free of the printer. Set the cartridges aside.
4. Wipe the interior of the printer with a soft cloth to remove any ink residue and paper dust. The Pixma iP1600 has a tendency to accumulate a lot of paper dust, especially during periods of heavy use. Cleaning the printer periodically is the best way to avoid problems.
5. Dip a cotton swab in warm water and carefully clean the bottom of each print cartridge. The print cartridges in the iP1600 printer also tend to accumulate paper dust. In addition the print nozzles can become clogged with ink residue, resulting in poor print quality and shortening the life of the cartridges. Continue wiping the cartridges until all ink residue and paper dust have been removed.
How to Register an HP Printer
1. Find the model number on the HP printer in the top left corner of the front panel and write it down.
2. Open the Internet browser and type in the web address in the address bar to bring up HP's 'Product Registration' webpage (see Resources).
3. Click the drop-down arrow, then select your language and primary use in the appropriate sections.
4. Type the model number in the 'Product name/number' section. Using the HP 'Officejet J3680 All-in-One,' as an example, 'J3680' would be the number to type in that section.
5. Click on the 'Search' button and wait until the webpage advances to 'Register Your Product.'
6. Type in the HP printer product information and your personal information in the appropriate sections. Also click the radio buttons in the 'Contact Preferences' section to make your selections.
7. Click the 'Finish Registration' button to complete the registration of the HP printer.
2. Open the Internet browser and type in the web address in the address bar to bring up HP's 'Product Registration' webpage (see Resources).
3. Click the drop-down arrow, then select your language and primary use in the appropriate sections.
4. Type the model number in the 'Product name/number' section. Using the HP 'Officejet J3680 All-in-One,' as an example, 'J3680' would be the number to type in that section.
5. Click on the 'Search' button and wait until the webpage advances to 'Register Your Product.'
6. Type in the HP printer product information and your personal information in the appropriate sections. Also click the radio buttons in the 'Contact Preferences' section to make your selections.
7. Click the 'Finish Registration' button to complete the registration of the HP printer.
How to Fix Leaking Printer Cartridges
1. Remove the cartridge from your printer and wipe both the housing and the cartridge with an alcohol-based wipe. Do not use a water-based solution for this as it may damage electrical components.
2. Clean the printer head where it touches the cartridge. Sometimes dust or debris at the connection point can cause leakage that is not due to a faulty cartridge.
3. Rub a white cloth or tissue over the cartridge until you have identified the leaking area. If it is only colored at the outlet, this means the cartridge is fine.
4. Inspect the cartridge once you have determined the location of the leak. You should see a crack or fault. If not, squeeze the cartridge until you can see the damaged area.
5. Wipe the cartridge once more after you have identified the location and cut a piece of tape large enough to cover the affected area.
6. Place the tape over the affected area and smooth as much as possible. You can then replace the cartridge in the machine and test to ensure the area is firmly protected against future leakage.
2. Clean the printer head where it touches the cartridge. Sometimes dust or debris at the connection point can cause leakage that is not due to a faulty cartridge.
3. Rub a white cloth or tissue over the cartridge until you have identified the leaking area. If it is only colored at the outlet, this means the cartridge is fine.
4. Inspect the cartridge once you have determined the location of the leak. You should see a crack or fault. If not, squeeze the cartridge until you can see the damaged area.
5. Wipe the cartridge once more after you have identified the location and cut a piece of tape large enough to cover the affected area.
6. Place the tape over the affected area and smooth as much as possible. You can then replace the cartridge in the machine and test to ensure the area is firmly protected against future leakage.
How to Copy Printers From Server to Server
1. Click the 'Start' button and point to 'Administrative Tools,' then click the 'Print Management' icon to open the 'Print Management' console.
2. Press the 'Print Servers' option located in the left pane and right-click the 'print server' that contains the printer queues that you want to export, then click 'Export printers' to a file. This starts the 'Printer Migration Wizard.'
3. Specify the location to save the printer settings within the 'Select the file location' page, then click 'Next' button to save the printers.
4. Right-click the destination computer on which you want to import the printers and then click 'Import printers' from a file. This will launch the 'Printer Migration Wizard.'
5. Specify the location of the printer settings file and click 'Next' on the 'Select the file location' page.
6. Specify the following import options within the 'Select import options' page:'Import mode' specifies what to do if a specific print queue already exists on the destination computer.'List in the directory' specifies whether to publish the imported print queues in the Active Directory Domain Services.'Convert LPR Ports to Standard Port Monitors' specifies whether to convert Line Printer Remote (LPR) printer ports in the printer settings file to the faster Standard Port Monitor when importing printers.
7. Choose the appropriate option and press the 'Next' button to import the printers.
2. Press the 'Print Servers' option located in the left pane and right-click the 'print server' that contains the printer queues that you want to export, then click 'Export printers' to a file. This starts the 'Printer Migration Wizard.'
3. Specify the location to save the printer settings within the 'Select the file location' page, then click 'Next' button to save the printers.
4. Right-click the destination computer on which you want to import the printers and then click 'Import printers' from a file. This will launch the 'Printer Migration Wizard.'
5. Specify the location of the printer settings file and click 'Next' on the 'Select the file location' page.
6. Specify the following import options within the 'Select import options' page:'Import mode' specifies what to do if a specific print queue already exists on the destination computer.'List in the directory' specifies whether to publish the imported print queues in the Active Directory Domain Services.'Convert LPR Ports to Standard Port Monitors' specifies whether to convert Line Printer Remote (LPR) printer ports in the printer settings file to the faster Standard Port Monitor when importing printers.
7. Choose the appropriate option and press the 'Next' button to import the printers.
How to Connect a Brother Wireless Printer (7 Steps)
1. Consult your router's documentation to learn how to access its web interface. Open the interface in your computer's browser and write down the router's SSID number, authentication method, encryption mode and encryption key.
2. Plug your Brother wireless printer into your router via an Ethernet cable. This is only required during printer setup: you won't need to have the two physically connected once everything's working.
3. Insert the Brother driver software installation CD into your computer's drive, and run the setup program. Choose 'Wireless Setup And Driver Install' and select 'Step By Step Install.'
4. Check the 'With Cable' radio button and click the 'Next' button twice. Select the option beginning with 'BRN' in the list of Available Network Devices. This is your Brother wireless printer.
5. Select the wireless network with your router's SSID on the next screen. If it doesn't show in the list, click the button marked 'Add' and enter the SSID number manually. Enter the authentication method, encryption mode and encryption key on the following screens.
6. Disconnect the cable when prompted, and give your consent to the license agreement. Check the radio button labeled 'Search The Network For Devices And Choose From A List Of Discovered Devices,' and select your printer from the list shown to finish the installation.
7. Use the CD to install the necessary drivers on any other computers that will be using the printer. Select 'Driver Install Only' in the setup program instead of conducting a wireless setup on any such subsequent computers.
2. Plug your Brother wireless printer into your router via an Ethernet cable. This is only required during printer setup: you won't need to have the two physically connected once everything's working.
3. Insert the Brother driver software installation CD into your computer's drive, and run the setup program. Choose 'Wireless Setup And Driver Install' and select 'Step By Step Install.'
4. Check the 'With Cable' radio button and click the 'Next' button twice. Select the option beginning with 'BRN' in the list of Available Network Devices. This is your Brother wireless printer.
5. Select the wireless network with your router's SSID on the next screen. If it doesn't show in the list, click the button marked 'Add' and enter the SSID number manually. Enter the authentication method, encryption mode and encryption key on the following screens.
6. Disconnect the cable when prompted, and give your consent to the license agreement. Check the radio button labeled 'Search The Network For Devices And Choose From A List Of Discovered Devices,' and select your printer from the list shown to finish the installation.
7. Use the CD to install the necessary drivers on any other computers that will be using the printer. Select 'Driver Install Only' in the setup program instead of conducting a wireless setup on any such subsequent computers.
How to Troubleshoot the Yellow Strip Down When Paper is Printing in an HP 2600N
1. Start the HP Toolbox from the printer's control panel.
2. Click on 'Maintenance' from the troubleshooting tab.
3. Click on the 'Cleaning page' icon and wait for the printer to print a page with a pattern on it.
4. Remove the papers from trays 2 and 3 and place the printed pattern face down in tray 2.
5. Print 'Clean' on the printer panel.
6. Print a test file to see if the streak appears.
Change the toner
1. Lift the front cover. It will flip open and reveal the interior of the printer.
2. Locate the yellow toner cartridge. It is immediately under the black toner cartridge which sits at the top of the printer. Grab it by the center and give a firm pull to slide it out of the printer.
3. Open the replacement cartridge bag and remove the new cartridge. Put the used yellow cartridge in the bag to be recycled.
4. Hold the new cartridge by the blue handles on each end and gently shake. This will help distribute the toner, which might have settled unevenly.
5. Turn the cartridge so that the handles are facing forward and gently slide the cartridge into the empty spot in the printer until it locks into place.
6. Shut the panel, turn on the printer and wait for it to calibrate the new cartridge.
7. Print out a couple of test sheets. The first sheet or two might still have some residual streaking on it, but that should fade.
2. Click on 'Maintenance' from the troubleshooting tab.
3. Click on the 'Cleaning page' icon and wait for the printer to print a page with a pattern on it.
4. Remove the papers from trays 2 and 3 and place the printed pattern face down in tray 2.
5. Print 'Clean' on the printer panel.
6. Print a test file to see if the streak appears.
Change the toner
1. Lift the front cover. It will flip open and reveal the interior of the printer.
2. Locate the yellow toner cartridge. It is immediately under the black toner cartridge which sits at the top of the printer. Grab it by the center and give a firm pull to slide it out of the printer.
3. Open the replacement cartridge bag and remove the new cartridge. Put the used yellow cartridge in the bag to be recycled.
4. Hold the new cartridge by the blue handles on each end and gently shake. This will help distribute the toner, which might have settled unevenly.
5. Turn the cartridge so that the handles are facing forward and gently slide the cartridge into the empty spot in the printer until it locks into place.
6. Shut the panel, turn on the printer and wait for it to calibrate the new cartridge.
7. Print out a couple of test sheets. The first sheet or two might still have some residual streaking on it, but that should fade.
How to Unclog Printer Nozzles (4 Steps)
1. Open your printer and remove the ink cartridges according to your printer manual. This will vary by printer. If you no longer have the manual, call the manufacturer or see if you can find a manual on the manufacturer's website.
2. Dampen the corner of a sponge with distilled water and dab around the exposed nozzle. Any dried ink will become wet and either soak into the sponge or run harmlessly down into the ink tray. Repeat until the nozzle is clean.
3. Use a different sponge for each color of ink to avoid cross-contaminating color.
4. Pour a small amount of printer nozzle cleaner from your manufacturer in for best results. This is not necessary, but can help with a severely clogged printer.
2. Dampen the corner of a sponge with distilled water and dab around the exposed nozzle. Any dried ink will become wet and either soak into the sponge or run harmlessly down into the ink tray. Repeat until the nozzle is clean.
3. Use a different sponge for each color of ink to avoid cross-contaminating color.
4. Pour a small amount of printer nozzle cleaner from your manufacturer in for best results. This is not necessary, but can help with a severely clogged printer.
How to install a printer
1. Plug in your printer to your computer whether it uses parallel, serial or usb port
2. Find the driver from the provided cdrom supplied by your printer manufacturer, if it's not found, you can locate on from the manufacturer's website
3. Turn on your printer, and if you use windows xp, it will pop-up a new add hardware wizard
4. First, you can try to have windows configure your printer manually, if not found, locate the driver for your printer or wherever you save the driver on.
5. Enjoy your newly installed printer and start printing
2. Find the driver from the provided cdrom supplied by your printer manufacturer, if it's not found, you can locate on from the manufacturer's website
3. Turn on your printer, and if you use windows xp, it will pop-up a new add hardware wizard
4. First, you can try to have windows configure your printer manually, if not found, locate the driver for your printer or wherever you save the driver on.
5. Enjoy your newly installed printer and start printing
How to Refill an Epson R200 (7 Steps)
1. Place the cartridge on the chip resetter. Make sure the metal leads on the chip are aligned with the metal leads on the resetter. Remove the cartridge after the resetter LED flashes green.
2. Set the cartridge on a flat surface over some paper towels to absorb any spilled ink.
3. Drill a small hole directly above the letter H in the word 'Push' on the top label of the cartridge. The hole only needs to be wide enough to fit a syringe needle.
4. Drill a second hole 1/8-inch above the first hole. This hole is to allow air to escape as ink is injected into the cartridge.
5. Fill a syringe with the appropriate amount and color of ink. The black cartridge holds 25ml of ink. Each color cartridge accepts 10ml of ink.
6. Insert the needle of the syringe into the first hole you drilled. Slowly inject the ink into the cartridge. Stop filling if ink starts bubbling out of the hole.
7. Repeat the previous steps for any additional cartridges that need to be refilled. Replace the cartridges in the printer. Allow them to rest for 24 hours so the ink can absorb into the internal sponge and air pockets can rise to the top. Run one to three print-head cleaning cycles to get the ink flowing through the cartridges.
2. Set the cartridge on a flat surface over some paper towels to absorb any spilled ink.
3. Drill a small hole directly above the letter H in the word 'Push' on the top label of the cartridge. The hole only needs to be wide enough to fit a syringe needle.
4. Drill a second hole 1/8-inch above the first hole. This hole is to allow air to escape as ink is injected into the cartridge.
5. Fill a syringe with the appropriate amount and color of ink. The black cartridge holds 25ml of ink. Each color cartridge accepts 10ml of ink.
6. Insert the needle of the syringe into the first hole you drilled. Slowly inject the ink into the cartridge. Stop filling if ink starts bubbling out of the hole.
7. Repeat the previous steps for any additional cartridges that need to be refilled. Replace the cartridges in the printer. Allow them to rest for 24 hours so the ink can absorb into the internal sponge and air pockets can rise to the top. Run one to three print-head cleaning cycles to get the ink flowing through the cartridges.
How to Change the Toner on a Samsung ML
1. Purchase a replacement toner cartridge with part number ML-2010D3.
2. Lower the front service panel to access the toner cartridge. Push the toner handle down, and then use the handle to remove the old toner cartridge.
3. Open the replacement toner cartridge package. Use your hands if at all possible, but if you must use a knife or scissors, be very careful not to damage the cartridge.
4. Shake the replacement toner cartridge vigorously for five to six seconds. This helps distribute the toner and maximize its capacity.
5. Remove the packing tape from the toner cartridge.
6. Insert the replacement toner cartridge into its mount. Use the handle to push it all the way in, then flip the handle up and close the service panel.
2. Lower the front service panel to access the toner cartridge. Push the toner handle down, and then use the handle to remove the old toner cartridge.
3. Open the replacement toner cartridge package. Use your hands if at all possible, but if you must use a knife or scissors, be very careful not to damage the cartridge.
4. Shake the replacement toner cartridge vigorously for five to six seconds. This helps distribute the toner and maximize its capacity.
5. Remove the packing tape from the toner cartridge.
6. Insert the replacement toner cartridge into its mount. Use the handle to push it all the way in, then flip the handle up and close the service panel.
How to Stop Quicktime From Being the Default
1. Click the 'Start' button in the lower-left corner of your screen and select 'Default Programs.'
2. Press 'Associate a File Type or Protocol with a Program' and click the file type that automatically opens with QuickTime.
3. Click the 'Change Program' button and select a new program as your default. This is required. If your desired default program does not show up in the window, click the 'Browse...' button in the bottom-right of the screen, locate your program, and click 'Open.'
4. Click the 'OK' button to save your changes.
Changing QuickTime Default Settings (Mac OS X)
1. Right-click on the type of file on your computer QuickTime plays by default. Select the 'Get Info' option.
2. Click the arrow next to the 'Open With' tab. Choose one of the other programs listed to be your default player.
3. Click the 'Change All...' button if you want to 'Use This Application to Open All Documents Like This One.'
4. Click the 'Continue' button when prompted by the pop-up window to save your changes.
2. Press 'Associate a File Type or Protocol with a Program' and click the file type that automatically opens with QuickTime.
3. Click the 'Change Program' button and select a new program as your default. This is required. If your desired default program does not show up in the window, click the 'Browse...' button in the bottom-right of the screen, locate your program, and click 'Open.'
4. Click the 'OK' button to save your changes.
Changing QuickTime Default Settings (Mac OS X)
1. Right-click on the type of file on your computer QuickTime plays by default. Select the 'Get Info' option.
2. Click the arrow next to the 'Open With' tab. Choose one of the other programs listed to be your default player.
3. Click the 'Change All...' button if you want to 'Use This Application to Open All Documents Like This One.'
4. Click the 'Continue' button when prompted by the pop-up window to save your changes.
How to Troubleshoot an HP Officejet Pro L7780 All
1. Check the physical connections first to make sure the power cord is connected to a wall outlet and the USB cable is connected to your computer. Verify that a phone line is connected to the machine if you are attempting to fax. Power the printer off and then back on and attempt to print or copy again.
2. Restart your computer and attempt to use any of the L7780's features again. Navigate your web browser to the driver support web page for the HP Officejet Pro L7780 (see Resources).
3. Click on the option for your operating system. Click on the download link for the most recent driver software. Double-click the driver file once it has downloaded and follow the on-screen installation instructions.
4. Lift up the plastic auto document feeder on the top of the machine. Check underneath to see if there is a paper jam. Pull out any paper that is stuck inside. Rotate the blue plastic piece underneath the document feeder until you can see the paper rollers underneath.
5. Moisten a cloth with distilled water. Wipe off the paper rollers to clean any dust or ink residue. Rotate the blue plastic piece to its original position and then close the auto document feeder.
6. Lift up the entire top half of the L7780 and wait for the ink carriage to slide into view. Push up the plastic print head latch on the ink carriage and remove the ink cartridges. Look on the bottom of the ink cartridges to see if the gold print nozzles are damaged, which means the cartridge needs to be replaced.
7. Use the moist cloth to clean off the print heads inside the ink carriage. Put the ink cartridges back in and close the top half of the machine. Attempt to print a document again.
8. Open up the Start menu if the scanner is not working properly. Click on 'Programs' and then 'HP.' Select the 'Uninstall' option.
9. Insert the software disc that came with the L7780 into your computer's disc drive. Follow the installation instructions on the screen to re-install the scanner software. Attempt to scan a document again.
10. Contact HP support if the problem persists. Find out if your L7780 is still under warranty and if you are eligible for a replacement or repair job.
2. Restart your computer and attempt to use any of the L7780's features again. Navigate your web browser to the driver support web page for the HP Officejet Pro L7780 (see Resources).
3. Click on the option for your operating system. Click on the download link for the most recent driver software. Double-click the driver file once it has downloaded and follow the on-screen installation instructions.
4. Lift up the plastic auto document feeder on the top of the machine. Check underneath to see if there is a paper jam. Pull out any paper that is stuck inside. Rotate the blue plastic piece underneath the document feeder until you can see the paper rollers underneath.
5. Moisten a cloth with distilled water. Wipe off the paper rollers to clean any dust or ink residue. Rotate the blue plastic piece to its original position and then close the auto document feeder.
6. Lift up the entire top half of the L7780 and wait for the ink carriage to slide into view. Push up the plastic print head latch on the ink carriage and remove the ink cartridges. Look on the bottom of the ink cartridges to see if the gold print nozzles are damaged, which means the cartridge needs to be replaced.
7. Use the moist cloth to clean off the print heads inside the ink carriage. Put the ink cartridges back in and close the top half of the machine. Attempt to print a document again.
8. Open up the Start menu if the scanner is not working properly. Click on 'Programs' and then 'HP.' Select the 'Uninstall' option.
9. Insert the software disc that came with the L7780 into your computer's disc drive. Follow the installation instructions on the screen to re-install the scanner software. Attempt to scan a document again.
10. Contact HP support if the problem persists. Find out if your L7780 is still under warranty and if you are eligible for a replacement or repair job.
Wednesday, April 29, 2015
How to Clean Brother Inkjet Printers
1. To clean the outside of the printer start by removing the paper tray, located at the bottom of the front of the printer. Wipe down the outside of the printer with a dry cloth. Lift up the cover of the paper tray and remove anything inside of it before wiping it clean with a dry cloth. Close the cover and replace the paper tray.
2. To clean the scanner lift the document cover--on the very top of the printer--and wipe the glass and the white plastic surrounding it with a cloth moistened in glass cleaner.
3. To clean the paper pick-up roller, start by removing the paper tray from the front of the printer.
4. Unplug the power cord to the printer and open the 'Jam Clear Cover' on the back of the printer.
5. Locate the roller at the top of the area that's concealed by the Jam Clear Cover and clean it with a Q-tip moistened with isopropyl alcohol. When you've completed this step, close the Jam Clear Cover.
6. Replace the paper tray and plug the power cord back into the printer.
2. To clean the scanner lift the document cover--on the very top of the printer--and wipe the glass and the white plastic surrounding it with a cloth moistened in glass cleaner.
3. To clean the paper pick-up roller, start by removing the paper tray from the front of the printer.
4. Unplug the power cord to the printer and open the 'Jam Clear Cover' on the back of the printer.
5. Locate the roller at the top of the area that's concealed by the Jam Clear Cover and clean it with a Q-tip moistened with isopropyl alcohol. When you've completed this step, close the Jam Clear Cover.
6. Replace the paper tray and plug the power cord back into the printer.
How to Copy a HP Scan to Word for Editing (9 Steps)
1. Open the HP scanner's lid. Place the document you would like to scan on the scanner, print-side down on the glass.
2. Press the 'Scan' button on the scanner's front panel. The HP scanner control program will open.
3. Click on the down arrow on the box under the heading 'Where do you want the scan to go?'
Select 'MS Word.'
4. Click on the icon next to 'To output type.' The 'Change output type' dialog box will open.
5. Click on 'Text' under the heading 'Choose the output type of the scan.'
6. Click 'OK.'
7. Click 'Send the scan now.' Your HP scanner will scan the document and send it to Word.
8. Click 'Done' if scanning a document that only contains one page. If scanning a multiple page document, remove the scanned document and place the next page to be scanned under the scanner's lid. Click 'Scan.' Repeat until each page of the multiple-page document is scanned.
9. Edit the document in Word.
2. Press the 'Scan' button on the scanner's front panel. The HP scanner control program will open.
3. Click on the down arrow on the box under the heading 'Where do you want the scan to go?'
Select 'MS Word.'
4. Click on the icon next to 'To output type.' The 'Change output type' dialog box will open.
5. Click on 'Text' under the heading 'Choose the output type of the scan.'
6. Click 'OK.'
7. Click 'Send the scan now.' Your HP scanner will scan the document and send it to Word.
8. Click 'Done' if scanning a document that only contains one page. If scanning a multiple page document, remove the scanned document and place the next page to be scanned under the scanner's lid. Click 'Scan.' Repeat until each page of the multiple-page document is scanned.
9. Edit the document in Word.
How to Set Up an HP Printer for PS3
1. Turn on the Playstation 3. Scroll with the left and right buttons on the controller to highlight 'System.' Press the up and down buttons on the controller to scroll to 'System Update.' Press X to enter the Update menu.
2. Scroll to 'Update from Internet' and press the 'X' button. The PS3 will analyze the system software do determine if you have the newest software and will update it if necessary.
3. Scroll to the 'Settings' menu again and press the up or down arrows to scroll to 'Printer Selection.' Press the 'X' button and scroll to 'Printer Settings.' Press the 'X' button.
4. Scroll up and down to choose your HP printer from the list. Press the 'X' button to select it. Press the 'O' button once the printer is selected to go back to the main screen.
5. Plug your printer into one of the USB ports on the front of the PS3 console. Make sure your printer has power by plugging a power cord into a nearby socket.
6. Scroll to the pictures menu on the PS3 and scroll to find the picture you want to print. Press the 'X' key to display the options menu. Scroll to 'Print' and press 'X.' The picture will print on the printer.
2. Scroll to 'Update from Internet' and press the 'X' button. The PS3 will analyze the system software do determine if you have the newest software and will update it if necessary.
3. Scroll to the 'Settings' menu again and press the up or down arrows to scroll to 'Printer Selection.' Press the 'X' button and scroll to 'Printer Settings.' Press the 'X' button.
4. Scroll up and down to choose your HP printer from the list. Press the 'X' button to select it. Press the 'O' button once the printer is selected to go back to the main screen.
5. Plug your printer into one of the USB ports on the front of the PS3 console. Make sure your printer has power by plugging a power cord into a nearby socket.
6. Scroll to the pictures menu on the PS3 and scroll to find the picture you want to print. Press the 'X' key to display the options menu. Scroll to 'Print' and press 'X.' The picture will print on the printer.
How Can I Test My FAX Machine?
1. Send a fax to another fax machine in your vicinity. If you have another fax machine hooked up to a different fax number than the one that you are testing, you can send a fax to that machine to make sure that the new fax machine's sending function is working properly. Send a fax to the new machine from the other machine to make sure you can receive faxes.
2. Ask a friend or family member to send you a fax to the new machine. This will allow you to make sure you are receiving faxes. Send a fax to your friend and call to verify that they received it.
3. Send a text to free faxing web service, such as Fax Toy (see Resources). You send the fax to their toll-free number and then go to their website and make sure that it has transmitted correctly. It only takes a minute for your fax to show up on the site once it was sent. Use other free fax services, like FaxZero (see Resources), to send a test fax to your fax machine.
2. Ask a friend or family member to send you a fax to the new machine. This will allow you to make sure you are receiving faxes. Send a fax to your friend and call to verify that they received it.
3. Send a text to free faxing web service, such as Fax Toy (see Resources). You send the fax to their toll-free number and then go to their website and make sure that it has transmitted correctly. It only takes a minute for your fax to show up on the site once it was sent. Use other free fax services, like FaxZero (see Resources), to send a test fax to your fax machine.
How to Clean an HP Printer (5 Steps)
1. Unplug the printer and remove any paper.
2. Wipe off the outside of the printer with a soft cloth dampened with water and a very mild detergent. This should remove any dust, debris, and small bits of paper from the exterior of the printer.
3. Open the printer and gently wipe the inside area of the printer with a damp, lint free cloth. Wipe the rollers gently, and avoid getting excess water on any part of the printer. Make sure the cloth is barely damp and not dripping wet.
4. Remove the ink cartridges and wipe excess ink off of the bottom using a damp Q-tip, followed by a dry Q-tip. Replace the ink cartridges when you're finished.
5. Close the printer and leave any damp parts to dry for about 20 minutes before plugging it back in and resuming regular use. After cleaning, you may want to run a print test to recalibrate the printer.
2. Wipe off the outside of the printer with a soft cloth dampened with water and a very mild detergent. This should remove any dust, debris, and small bits of paper from the exterior of the printer.
3. Open the printer and gently wipe the inside area of the printer with a damp, lint free cloth. Wipe the rollers gently, and avoid getting excess water on any part of the printer. Make sure the cloth is barely damp and not dripping wet.
4. Remove the ink cartridges and wipe excess ink off of the bottom using a damp Q-tip, followed by a dry Q-tip. Replace the ink cartridges when you're finished.
5. Close the printer and leave any damp parts to dry for about 20 minutes before plugging it back in and resuming regular use. After cleaning, you may want to run a print test to recalibrate the printer.
How to Install an Epson Stylus Printer (8 Steps)
1. Insert the driver CD into your computer and follow the instructions on the screen to install the driver. If you don't have a CD, go to Step 2. Otherwise, skip to Step 6.
2. Go to www.epson.com and click on 'Drivers and Support.'
3. Click on 'Printers,' then 'Inkjet,' and select the model that you have. If you don't know the model, you can find it on the box, as well as on the printer itself.
4. Select and download the driver that corresponds to your operating system, either 'Macintosh' or 'Other' (Windows).
5. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the driver.
6. Plug the printer connector cable into the printer and the other end into the computer's printer interface. On most PCs, this will be in the back of the machine and should be labeled.
7. Make sure that the printer is switched off and then plug it into the power outlet.
8. Switch the printer on.
2. Go to www.epson.com and click on 'Drivers and Support.'
3. Click on 'Printers,' then 'Inkjet,' and select the model that you have. If you don't know the model, you can find it on the box, as well as on the printer itself.
4. Select and download the driver that corresponds to your operating system, either 'Macintosh' or 'Other' (Windows).
5. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the driver.
6. Plug the printer connector cable into the printer and the other end into the computer's printer interface. On most PCs, this will be in the back of the machine and should be labeled.
7. Make sure that the printer is switched off and then plug it into the power outlet.
8. Switch the printer on.
How to Reset a Brother 2820 Drum Unit (6 Steps)
1. Shut your Brother 2820 IntelliFax down. Remove all cables from the fax machine. Wait a few minutes to give the machine some time to cool down.
2. Pull the front cover down. Pull the toner assembly and drum unit out of your IntelliFax unit.
3. Press the lever lock down on the toner cartridge. Remove the toner from the drum unit.
4. Slide the toner cartridge into your replacement drum unit. See the lever lock lift on its own if you have installed it correctly.
5. Put the drum assembly back into your Brother 2820, sliding it into the machine until it clicks in place. Turn the Brother 2820 on and wait for it to warm up.
6. Press 'Options.' Press '1' to confirm you are installing a new drum. The Brother 2820 resets the drum unit's page count.
2. Pull the front cover down. Pull the toner assembly and drum unit out of your IntelliFax unit.
3. Press the lever lock down on the toner cartridge. Remove the toner from the drum unit.
4. Slide the toner cartridge into your replacement drum unit. See the lever lock lift on its own if you have installed it correctly.
5. Put the drum assembly back into your Brother 2820, sliding it into the machine until it clicks in place. Turn the Brother 2820 on and wait for it to warm up.
6. Press 'Options.' Press '1' to confirm you are installing a new drum. The Brother 2820 resets the drum unit's page count.
How to Troubleshoot HP Officejet Pro L7590
1. Clear a paper jam from your HP Officejet Pro L7590 printer if the dislodged paper prevents you from printing documents. Remove all of the paper from your printer's paper tray and power off the device. Open the rear access door of the printer and pull out the dislodged paper using your hands. Replace the door and power your printer back on.
2. Disconnect all of the HP Officejet Pro L7590's cables if you receive an error message that states 'A non-recoverable error has occurred.' Wait about 30 seconds and plug the cables back in. During this time your printer will reset itself and the error message should disappear.
3. Clean your HP Officejet Pro L7590's print heads if your documents are being partially printed. Press the 'Setup' button on the front panel of your printer. Scroll down and click on the 'Tools' tab and press the 'Clean Printhead' option. Wait as the printer automatically cleans its print heads. Reprint your document once the process completes.
2. Disconnect all of the HP Officejet Pro L7590's cables if you receive an error message that states 'A non-recoverable error has occurred.' Wait about 30 seconds and plug the cables back in. During this time your printer will reset itself and the error message should disappear.
3. Clean your HP Officejet Pro L7590's print heads if your documents are being partially printed. Press the 'Setup' button on the front panel of your printer. Scroll down and click on the 'Tools' tab and press the 'Clean Printhead' option. Wait as the printer automatically cleans its print heads. Reprint your document once the process completes.
How Do I Set HP C5280 Scanner Settings?
1. Turn on the C5280 and the attached computer. Start up the computer's operating system. Check to make sure the cable connecting the computer and printer is plugged securely into both devices.
2. Click on 'Start' or the Windows icon at the lower left corner of your computer's screen. Go to 'Programs' or 'All Programs' and find the 'HP' folder. Find and click on 'HP Solution Center' in the folder.
3. Select the HP C5280 from the list of HP devices shown in the Solution Center window. Click on the 'Settings' button. This will display a list of settings options for the C5280's scanner, including where scanned files are sent to and if a preview of a scan is sent to the computer before a scan is completed. Select the settings you desire, then click 'Ok' to finalize the changes to the printer's scanner.
2. Click on 'Start' or the Windows icon at the lower left corner of your computer's screen. Go to 'Programs' or 'All Programs' and find the 'HP' folder. Find and click on 'HP Solution Center' in the folder.
3. Select the HP C5280 from the list of HP devices shown in the Solution Center window. Click on the 'Settings' button. This will display a list of settings options for the C5280's scanner, including where scanned files are sent to and if a preview of a scan is sent to the computer before a scan is completed. Select the settings you desire, then click 'Ok' to finalize the changes to the printer's scanner.
How to Share a Printer on a Domain PC With a Workgroup on PCs
1. Click 'Start' and then 'Printers and Devices.'
2. Click the printer that you want to share with computers in the workgroup. After the window opens, click the 'Customize Your Printer' link.
3. Click the 'Sharing' tab in the 'Properties' window. Click and enable the 'Share this Printer' option. Enter a descriptive share name for the printer in the 'Share Name' field. Click the 'Apply' button and then 'OK.'
4. Close the 'Printers and Devices' window.
5. Click 'Start' and then right-click on 'Computer.' Click the 'Properties' link on the pop-up menu.
6. Click the 'Remote Settings' link in the left side of the 'System' window. Click the 'Computer Name' tab.
7. Record the name of the network domain next to the 'Domain' label. The domain name is similar to 'www.somedomain.com.'
Connect the Workgroup Computers to the Network Printer
1. Go to the first workgroup computer. Click 'Start' and then right-click 'Computer.' Click the 'Remote Settings' link in the new window.
2. Click the 'Computer Name' tab on the pop-up window. Click the 'Change' button.
3. Enter the domain name ('www.somedomain.com') you recorded from the domain computer in the 'Workgroup' field. Click the 'OK' button. Restart the computer when prompted to do so. Allow the PC to boot into Windows.
4. Click 'Start' and then 'Printers and Devices.' Click the 'Add Printer' button at the top of the new window.
5. Click the 'Add a Network, Wireless or Bluetooth Printer' link in the pop-up window. Wait for Windows to detect printers on the local network. Click and highlight the printer connected to the domain computer. Click the 'Next' button.
6. Type a descriptive name in the 'Printer Name' field or leave the default name in place. Click the 'Next' button.
7. Click and enable the 'Set as the Default Printer' option. Click the 'Finish' button.
8. Change the network name on other network computers. Install the network printers on workgroup PCs as needed.
2. Click the printer that you want to share with computers in the workgroup. After the window opens, click the 'Customize Your Printer' link.
3. Click the 'Sharing' tab in the 'Properties' window. Click and enable the 'Share this Printer' option. Enter a descriptive share name for the printer in the 'Share Name' field. Click the 'Apply' button and then 'OK.'
4. Close the 'Printers and Devices' window.
5. Click 'Start' and then right-click on 'Computer.' Click the 'Properties' link on the pop-up menu.
6. Click the 'Remote Settings' link in the left side of the 'System' window. Click the 'Computer Name' tab.
7. Record the name of the network domain next to the 'Domain' label. The domain name is similar to 'www.somedomain.com.'
Connect the Workgroup Computers to the Network Printer
1. Go to the first workgroup computer. Click 'Start' and then right-click 'Computer.' Click the 'Remote Settings' link in the new window.
2. Click the 'Computer Name' tab on the pop-up window. Click the 'Change' button.
3. Enter the domain name ('www.somedomain.com') you recorded from the domain computer in the 'Workgroup' field. Click the 'OK' button. Restart the computer when prompted to do so. Allow the PC to boot into Windows.
4. Click 'Start' and then 'Printers and Devices.' Click the 'Add Printer' button at the top of the new window.
5. Click the 'Add a Network, Wireless or Bluetooth Printer' link in the pop-up window. Wait for Windows to detect printers on the local network. Click and highlight the printer connected to the domain computer. Click the 'Next' button.
6. Type a descriptive name in the 'Printer Name' field or leave the default name in place. Click the 'Next' button.
7. Click and enable the 'Set as the Default Printer' option. Click the 'Finish' button.
8. Change the network name on other network computers. Install the network printers on workgroup PCs as needed.
How to Remove the Epson Port Handler
1. Log on to your PC computer with an administrator user name and password.
2. Hold down the Windows key on your keyboard and press the 'R' key at the same time.
3. Type 'cmd' into the pop-up window and then click 'OK' to launch the command prompt utility.
4. Type 'sc delete 'Epsonph' into the blank command prompt window.
5. Hit the 'Enter' key on your keyboard to run the command.
6. Restart your computer. The Epson port handler service will now be removed and will no longer run in the background.
2. Hold down the Windows key on your keyboard and press the 'R' key at the same time.
3. Type 'cmd' into the pop-up window and then click 'OK' to launch the command prompt utility.
4. Type 'sc delete 'Epsonph' into the blank command prompt window.
5. Hit the 'Enter' key on your keyboard to run the command.
6. Restart your computer. The Epson port handler service will now be removed and will no longer run in the background.
How to Refresh Dry Printer Cartridges (5 Steps)
1. Remove the ink cartridge from the printer.
2. Soak a cotton swab in warm water. You will only need one end of the swab to be wet.
3. Rub the cotton swab across the area of the ink cartridge where the ink is emitted. This will rub off any dry ink; the water should help stimulate the wet ink.
4. Dry off the ink cartridge with a paper towel. Be careful the ink doesn't get on your clothing.
5. Insert the printer cartridge back into the printer. Print a test page; the printer should function properly again.
2. Soak a cotton swab in warm water. You will only need one end of the swab to be wet.
3. Rub the cotton swab across the area of the ink cartridge where the ink is emitted. This will rub off any dry ink; the water should help stimulate the wet ink.
4. Dry off the ink cartridge with a paper towel. Be careful the ink doesn't get on your clothing.
5. Insert the printer cartridge back into the printer. Print a test page; the printer should function properly again.
How to Connect to MySQL at Hostgator (6 Steps)
1. Open the MySQL connection configuration file or dialog in your program. There is no standard location for this, so consult your program's manual, readme or install instructions file for further directions.
2. Locate the 'Host,' 'Hostname' or 'Database IP' field. Enter 'localhost' if this is a script or program you are uploading to your host. Enter your Hostgator server IP address if connecting from a query browser application. This information was sent to you along with your FTP information in the welcome email.
3. Enter 'cpanelusername_databasename' for the 'Database name' field. For example, if your database is named 'AccountRecords' and your CPanel username is 'muffin342,' your database name is 'muffin342_AccountRecords.'
4. Enter your cPanel and database username for the 'Database username' field. For example, 'muffin342_Accounting' if your MySQL username is 'Accounting.'
5. Supply the password to your database in the 'Database Password' field.
6. Enter the port '3306' using either Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) or User Datagram Protocol (UDP) for the connection protocol.
2. Locate the 'Host,' 'Hostname' or 'Database IP' field. Enter 'localhost' if this is a script or program you are uploading to your host. Enter your Hostgator server IP address if connecting from a query browser application. This information was sent to you along with your FTP information in the welcome email.
3. Enter 'cpanelusername_databasename' for the 'Database name' field. For example, if your database is named 'AccountRecords' and your CPanel username is 'muffin342,' your database name is 'muffin342_AccountRecords.'
4. Enter your cPanel and database username for the 'Database username' field. For example, 'muffin342_Accounting' if your MySQL username is 'Accounting.'
5. Supply the password to your database in the 'Database Password' field.
6. Enter the port '3306' using either Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) or User Datagram Protocol (UDP) for the connection protocol.
How to Replace AQHA Papers
1. Locate any papers you have for the horse. If you still have the horse's registration papers, but they have been torn or damaged, you are eligible to receive a set of replacement papers.
2. Examine papers closely to make sure the horse's registered name or registration number are still legible. If there is no registered name or registration number, you will have to get duplicate papers. Write a note requesting a set of replacement papers from the AQHA. List the horse's registered name, registration number and your information.
3. Mail the note and the existing papers along with a $10 fee to AQHA and you will receive a new set of replacement papers for your horse. AQHA's mailing address is: P.O. Box 200Amarillo, Texas 79168
Duplicate Papers
1. Print out and complete the AQHA affidavit for duplicate certificate in order to obtain a set of duplicate papers. You need duplicate papers if you do not have any evidence of the horse's original papers.
2. Take five photographs of your horse from all different angles. Renew your AQHA membership if it is not current.
3. Mail the AQHA Affidavit for Duplicate Certificate, the photographs and your $25 fee to AQHA and you will receive a new set of papers for your horse. AQHA's mailing address is: P.O. Box 200Amarillo, Texas 79168
2. Examine papers closely to make sure the horse's registered name or registration number are still legible. If there is no registered name or registration number, you will have to get duplicate papers. Write a note requesting a set of replacement papers from the AQHA. List the horse's registered name, registration number and your information.
3. Mail the note and the existing papers along with a $10 fee to AQHA and you will receive a new set of replacement papers for your horse. AQHA's mailing address is: P.O. Box 200Amarillo, Texas 79168
Duplicate Papers
1. Print out and complete the AQHA affidavit for duplicate certificate in order to obtain a set of duplicate papers. You need duplicate papers if you do not have any evidence of the horse's original papers.
2. Take five photographs of your horse from all different angles. Renew your AQHA membership if it is not current.
3. Mail the AQHA Affidavit for Duplicate Certificate, the photographs and your $25 fee to AQHA and you will receive a new set of papers for your horse. AQHA's mailing address is: P.O. Box 200Amarillo, Texas 79168
Epson NX110 Instructions
1. Unpack the NX110 printer from the box. Make sure that you have all the parts, including the printer, owner's manual, ink cartridges, software and USB cable. Remove all protective tape and materials from the printer.
2. Connect the power adapter and USB cable into the indicated ports on the back of the printer. Plug the cord into an electrical outlet or surge protector. Press the 'On' button and check to see that it has power.
3. Lift the scanner and use the attached support to prop it up, similar to propping up a car hood. Shake the ink cartridges well, then unwrap them. Remove the yellow tape from each cartridge. Do not remove any other seals, doing this can cause the ink to leak out.
4. Insert each ink cartridge into the corresponding color cartridge holder. Press each cartridge down until it clicks into place.
5. Grasp the middle of the scanner support bar and squeeze to release and lower the bar. Press the 'Stop' button to charge the ink and prime the printer. Allow two minutes for the ink to fully charge. Do not turn the printer off while in the charging process.
6. Open the paper support on the top of the printer. Open the output tray at the bottom of the printer and pull out the extension.
7. Pull the feeder guard out and flip it forward, then squeeze the edge guide and slide it left. Load the paper against the right edge, making sure it sits underneath the tab. Slide the edge guide over to the paper. Flip the feeder guard back.
8. Install the software for Windows. Insert the NX110 Series software CD into the computer you will be printing from -- do not connect the printer to the computer at this point. Click 'Run SETUP.EXE' when the 'AutoPlay' window pops up, then click 'Continue' once the 'User Account Control' screen pops up. Click 'Install', then follow the on-screen directions. The 'Software Installation' window will then pop up; click 'Install driver for USB connection', then click 'Next'. 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.
9. Install the software for a MAC. Insert the NX110 CD into the computer you will be printing from -- do not have the printer plugged in at this point. Double-click the 'Epson' icon. Click 'Install' and follow the on-screen directions. Connect the USB cable to an open port on the back of your MAC, make sure the NX110 printer is securely connected and turned on. Click 'Add Printer' if the 'Software Installation' window pops up, then follow the directions on the right side of the screen. Continue to follow the on-screen directions to install the rest of the software. Remove the CD when you are done.
10. Scan a document or photo. Open the document cover. Place the original document face-down on the glass and align it with the front right corner. Close the document cover. Press the 'Scan' button to scan the image. Save the file to your computer.
11. Copy a document or photo. Place the document on the glass as earlier instructed. For a quick copy; press and hold the 'Stop' button, then press the 'B&W Copy' button for a black and white document, or the 'Color Copy' button for a colored document. To make 20 copies at a time; press and hold the 'Scan' button, then press either the 'B&W' or 'Color' copy buttons.
2. Connect the power adapter and USB cable into the indicated ports on the back of the printer. Plug the cord into an electrical outlet or surge protector. Press the 'On' button and check to see that it has power.
3. Lift the scanner and use the attached support to prop it up, similar to propping up a car hood. Shake the ink cartridges well, then unwrap them. Remove the yellow tape from each cartridge. Do not remove any other seals, doing this can cause the ink to leak out.
4. Insert each ink cartridge into the corresponding color cartridge holder. Press each cartridge down until it clicks into place.
5. Grasp the middle of the scanner support bar and squeeze to release and lower the bar. Press the 'Stop' button to charge the ink and prime the printer. Allow two minutes for the ink to fully charge. Do not turn the printer off while in the charging process.
6. Open the paper support on the top of the printer. Open the output tray at the bottom of the printer and pull out the extension.
7. Pull the feeder guard out and flip it forward, then squeeze the edge guide and slide it left. Load the paper against the right edge, making sure it sits underneath the tab. Slide the edge guide over to the paper. Flip the feeder guard back.
8. Install the software for Windows. Insert the NX110 Series software CD into the computer you will be printing from -- do not connect the printer to the computer at this point. Click 'Run SETUP.EXE' when the 'AutoPlay' window pops up, then click 'Continue' once the 'User Account Control' screen pops up. Click 'Install', then follow the on-screen directions. The 'Software Installation' window will then pop up; click 'Install driver for USB connection', then click 'Next'. 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.
9. Install the software for a MAC. Insert the NX110 CD into the computer you will be printing from -- do not have the printer plugged in at this point. Double-click the 'Epson' icon. Click 'Install' and follow the on-screen directions. Connect the USB cable to an open port on the back of your MAC, make sure the NX110 printer is securely connected and turned on. Click 'Add Printer' if the 'Software Installation' window pops up, then follow the directions on the right side of the screen. Continue to follow the on-screen directions to install the rest of the software. Remove the CD when you are done.
10. Scan a document or photo. Open the document cover. Place the original document face-down on the glass and align it with the front right corner. Close the document cover. Press the 'Scan' button to scan the image. Save the file to your computer.
11. Copy a document or photo. Place the document on the glass as earlier instructed. For a quick copy; press and hold the 'Stop' button, then press the 'B&W Copy' button for a black and white document, or the 'Color Copy' button for a colored document. To make 20 copies at a time; press and hold the 'Scan' button, then press either the 'B&W' or 'Color' copy buttons.
How to Print on Translucent Vellum
1. Create your design using any word processing software or graphic design program.
2. Place the vellum paper into an inkjet printer as directed by the printer manufacturer.
3. Click 'File' on the screen and select 'Print.' Select the printer you will be using and then click 'Properties.'
4. Change the media type to 'Inkjet Transparencies' to reduce the amount of ink used during printing and then click 'OK.'
5. Select the number of copies you will print and then follow the onscreen instructions to complete printing. Remove the vellum paper from the printer and allow the ink to dry for several minutes before using.
2. Place the vellum paper into an inkjet printer as directed by the printer manufacturer.
3. Click 'File' on the screen and select 'Print.' Select the printer you will be using and then click 'Properties.'
4. Change the media type to 'Inkjet Transparencies' to reduce the amount of ink used during printing and then click 'OK.'
5. Select the number of copies you will print and then follow the onscreen instructions to complete printing. Remove the vellum paper from the printer and allow the ink to dry for several minutes before using.
How to Share a Printer Wirelessly between PC Mac
1. First you will need to determine if you have all the hardware you need. You may need to buy wireless network adapters for one or more computers. If you don't already have a wireless router, you will need one. Be sure to buy one that has a slot for a printer. Look at the box when shopping. The picture in Step 3 shows what a wireless router that has a printer connection looks like.Be prepared to spend several hours setting up your network. Have the manufacturers' toll free numbers handy in case you run into trouble along the way.
NOTE: If you already have a wireless router and it is an older wireless structure such as Wireless G and you buy a new network card that is Wireless N, your wireless adapter will work, but it will only work at the Wireless G level. I have found that the newer Wireless N structure works far better than the older Wireless formats so if you can afford to buy a new router, I recommend it. Your wireless connection will only be as good as your wireless router.
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If you are installing a wired router for the first time, now is the time to set it up. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for installing the router. Most manufacturers advise you to shut power down before plugging something into the router so go ahead and do that first. Typically, you will be plugging a DSL or Cable internet connection into the wired router. You will plug the cable or phone line connection into the rear of the router as the instructions on the manufacturers' website or instruction booklet tells you to. Follow manufacturers' instructions for installation but if you have any trouble, there are toll free numbers available to you by the equipment manufacturer that you can call. It is usually fairly simple to set up a wired router if you follow manufacturers instructions.
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Now is the time to set up your wireless router. The typical wireless router made by Linksys, Apple or Netgear will have four ethernet connections on the back. Like wired routers, the manufacturer will probably recommend you power off the wireless router before plugging new cables in. You will need a Cat 5 cable to plug your wireless router into your wired router. Hopefully you paid attention to step one and have a wireless router that has a printer port on it. you can see that the Apple Airport Extreme Router in this photo has one. It is simply a USB port. Run the wireless router's software wizard to help you set up a password encryption so other people in the neighborhood won't be using YOUR wireless or be able to see what is on your computer. If you are especially cautious, set up the firewall that comes with all new wireless routers by following the manufacturers instructions.
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There are two types of wireless network cards available for computers. You can buy a wireless network adapter that plugs into an external USB port on your computer or you may opt to purchase a wireless PCI adapter card. If you feel comfortable opening up your computer and installing an internal card, this is the best way to go because USB wireless cards can wreak havoc on your computer's memory, causing your operating system to slow down in response.
5. Once you have determined that you have all the hardware equipment you need, you should go to the manufacturer of your wireless network card adapter's website. For example, if you bought a Linksys adapter, visit the Linksys website and look for a link to either 'Downloads' or 'support'. Put in the model number of your adapter and download the latest software and drivers for the item. This is crucial because the software that shipped with your adapter is probably out of date. If you are running Windows Vista on any computer, the network card won't work properly without updated drivers.
6. Few of us likes to do it, but before you try to install any network cards or routers, read the installation instructions. Network card adapters are usually installed only after you install the software. So read the manufacturer instructions and install the software. Then you will be ready for the next step.
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This Step is for People using Internal PCI network adapter cards:
After you have have installed the correct software and drivers for your wireless network adapters (or cards as some people call them), shut down the computers you are adding the adapters to.
After the computers have shut down, unplug them from the household electricity. After unplugging the computer (s), press the power button on the computers several times to discharge any residual power build up inside the machine.
Following your computer manufacturers instructions, open the case on your computer to reach its internal components.
NOTE: WEAR THE WRIST STRAP to contain any static electricity you might be carrying. Your computer's mother board can be completely ruined if you don't use the wrist strap to avoid static electricity charges.
Look to see where the PCI slots are located inside your computer.
8. Before powering your computer back on, go ahead and set the printer up where you would like it to be. This will necessarily need to be close to the wireless router, depending on how long your printer's cable is. Plug your printer's USB cable into the back of the router. Plug the printer into household power.
9. This step is for People Installing Internal PCI wireless network adapters:
After you have located the PCI slots, determine which one you will use. Behind the slot, you will see a metal strip that can be unscrewed. Unscrew the metal strip that has previously protected dust and other debris from entering your computer. Make sure that your wrist strap protector is clipped to the metal casing on your computer. Gently but firmly place the PCI network adapter into the slot you chose and push it in using a finger or two from each hand on the top of the adapter card and push into the slot completely while making sure the back of the card that will cover up the slot hole in the back of your computer is placed correctly. You shouldn't meet too much resistance while doing this. If you do, the adapter may not be placed correctly. Stop, make sure you have it where it needs to be. Don't force the adapter into the slot if it doesn't seem to fit correctly. You can damage the slot or the card if you don't have it aligned properly. Once you have the adapter card seated properly, and have screwed the metal strip on the back of the adapter card in, re-attach your computer's case housing and plug it back into the household power.
10. This step is for people using USB network adapters: First let me say one more time that even though USB network adapters are easy to install, they are inferior to PCI internal cards. USB adapters often make your computer run sluggishly as it uses up Randam Access Memory (RAM) which is the equivalent of short term memory in humans. If you have top notch ram and aren't worried about memory loss, go ahead and use the USB adapter. Now that you have installed the correct drivers and software for your wireless network adapter, turn off the computer. Unplug it from the household electricity. Press the on switch on your computer several times to discharge any residual power. Now plug the USB network adapter into an available USB slot. Plug your computer back in and power on.
11. Once your computer is powered on, you should see notification that your computer has detected new hardware and is installing it. If you have correctly installed the manufacturers' software, simply follow its instructions. If you haven't yet installed the wireless router, your new wireless adapter will be searching for a signal and probably won't find one unless some generous person in your neighborhood is offering their own free wireless which happens surprisingly often. That's okay. If your network adapter is searching for a signal, you are on the right path. Sometimes it takes a few minutes for your wireless adapter to find your wireless router signal. You should see your wireless network. Click on it and if you have put in a password on your wireless router, enter the password when prompted. You are now wireless!
12. If you are sharing a printer between a Mac and a PC, make sure you have installed the latest drivers. To share the printer from Apple wireless, you will need to install Bonjour on each PC. This is a very small program and easy to install and load. You can download it here: http://developer.apple.com/networking/bonjour/index.html
Download it and install it on each PC. Apple software is almost always easier to install than what you are used to if you are using a PC. The Bonjour software will walk you through the installation step by step and find the computer on the network that you want to share with the Mac computer. Just make sure you make it your default printer. Voila...you are set to go. You are now wireless!
NOTE: If you already have a wireless router and it is an older wireless structure such as Wireless G and you buy a new network card that is Wireless N, your wireless adapter will work, but it will only work at the Wireless G level. I have found that the newer Wireless N structure works far better than the older Wireless formats so if you can afford to buy a new router, I recommend it. Your wireless connection will only be as good as your wireless router.
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If you are installing a wired router for the first time, now is the time to set it up. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for installing the router. Most manufacturers advise you to shut power down before plugging something into the router so go ahead and do that first. Typically, you will be plugging a DSL or Cable internet connection into the wired router. You will plug the cable or phone line connection into the rear of the router as the instructions on the manufacturers' website or instruction booklet tells you to. Follow manufacturers' instructions for installation but if you have any trouble, there are toll free numbers available to you by the equipment manufacturer that you can call. It is usually fairly simple to set up a wired router if you follow manufacturers instructions.
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Now is the time to set up your wireless router. The typical wireless router made by Linksys, Apple or Netgear will have four ethernet connections on the back. Like wired routers, the manufacturer will probably recommend you power off the wireless router before plugging new cables in. You will need a Cat 5 cable to plug your wireless router into your wired router. Hopefully you paid attention to step one and have a wireless router that has a printer port on it. you can see that the Apple Airport Extreme Router in this photo has one. It is simply a USB port. Run the wireless router's software wizard to help you set up a password encryption so other people in the neighborhood won't be using YOUR wireless or be able to see what is on your computer. If you are especially cautious, set up the firewall that comes with all new wireless routers by following the manufacturers instructions.
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There are two types of wireless network cards available for computers. You can buy a wireless network adapter that plugs into an external USB port on your computer or you may opt to purchase a wireless PCI adapter card. If you feel comfortable opening up your computer and installing an internal card, this is the best way to go because USB wireless cards can wreak havoc on your computer's memory, causing your operating system to slow down in response.
5. Once you have determined that you have all the hardware equipment you need, you should go to the manufacturer of your wireless network card adapter's website. For example, if you bought a Linksys adapter, visit the Linksys website and look for a link to either 'Downloads' or 'support'. Put in the model number of your adapter and download the latest software and drivers for the item. This is crucial because the software that shipped with your adapter is probably out of date. If you are running Windows Vista on any computer, the network card won't work properly without updated drivers.
6. Few of us likes to do it, but before you try to install any network cards or routers, read the installation instructions. Network card adapters are usually installed only after you install the software. So read the manufacturer instructions and install the software. Then you will be ready for the next step.
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This Step is for People using Internal PCI network adapter cards:
After you have have installed the correct software and drivers for your wireless network adapters (or cards as some people call them), shut down the computers you are adding the adapters to.
After the computers have shut down, unplug them from the household electricity. After unplugging the computer (s), press the power button on the computers several times to discharge any residual power build up inside the machine.
Following your computer manufacturers instructions, open the case on your computer to reach its internal components.
NOTE: WEAR THE WRIST STRAP to contain any static electricity you might be carrying. Your computer's mother board can be completely ruined if you don't use the wrist strap to avoid static electricity charges.
Look to see where the PCI slots are located inside your computer.
8. Before powering your computer back on, go ahead and set the printer up where you would like it to be. This will necessarily need to be close to the wireless router, depending on how long your printer's cable is. Plug your printer's USB cable into the back of the router. Plug the printer into household power.
9. This step is for People Installing Internal PCI wireless network adapters:
After you have located the PCI slots, determine which one you will use. Behind the slot, you will see a metal strip that can be unscrewed. Unscrew the metal strip that has previously protected dust and other debris from entering your computer. Make sure that your wrist strap protector is clipped to the metal casing on your computer. Gently but firmly place the PCI network adapter into the slot you chose and push it in using a finger or two from each hand on the top of the adapter card and push into the slot completely while making sure the back of the card that will cover up the slot hole in the back of your computer is placed correctly. You shouldn't meet too much resistance while doing this. If you do, the adapter may not be placed correctly. Stop, make sure you have it where it needs to be. Don't force the adapter into the slot if it doesn't seem to fit correctly. You can damage the slot or the card if you don't have it aligned properly. Once you have the adapter card seated properly, and have screwed the metal strip on the back of the adapter card in, re-attach your computer's case housing and plug it back into the household power.
10. This step is for people using USB network adapters: First let me say one more time that even though USB network adapters are easy to install, they are inferior to PCI internal cards. USB adapters often make your computer run sluggishly as it uses up Randam Access Memory (RAM) which is the equivalent of short term memory in humans. If you have top notch ram and aren't worried about memory loss, go ahead and use the USB adapter. Now that you have installed the correct drivers and software for your wireless network adapter, turn off the computer. Unplug it from the household electricity. Press the on switch on your computer several times to discharge any residual power. Now plug the USB network adapter into an available USB slot. Plug your computer back in and power on.
11. Once your computer is powered on, you should see notification that your computer has detected new hardware and is installing it. If you have correctly installed the manufacturers' software, simply follow its instructions. If you haven't yet installed the wireless router, your new wireless adapter will be searching for a signal and probably won't find one unless some generous person in your neighborhood is offering their own free wireless which happens surprisingly often. That's okay. If your network adapter is searching for a signal, you are on the right path. Sometimes it takes a few minutes for your wireless adapter to find your wireless router signal. You should see your wireless network. Click on it and if you have put in a password on your wireless router, enter the password when prompted. You are now wireless!
12. If you are sharing a printer between a Mac and a PC, make sure you have installed the latest drivers. To share the printer from Apple wireless, you will need to install Bonjour on each PC. This is a very small program and easy to install and load. You can download it here: http://developer.apple.com/networking/bonjour/index.html
Download it and install it on each PC. Apple software is almost always easier to install than what you are used to if you are using a PC. The Bonjour software will walk you through the installation step by step and find the computer on the network that you want to share with the Mac computer. Just make sure you make it your default printer. Voila...you are set to go. You are now wireless!
Tuesday, April 28, 2015
How to Recycle Ricoh Cartridges
1. Place the empty toner cartridge in a heavy duty plastic bag. Place the bag in the replacement cartridge box or a cardboard box large enough to accommodate the toner cartridge. If you don’t have the replacement cartridge box or a cardboard box, or don't want to mail in your empty cartridge, complete the steps in the “Dropping Off the Empty Cartridge at a Ricoh Sales Office' section.
2. Seal the box with shipping tape. Place the Toner Cartridge Return Program pre-addressed shipping label on the cartridge/cardboard box. The pre-addressed shipping label is postage paid.If you don’t have a pre-addressed shipping label, write on a blank shipping label the following address:Ricoh Recycling
2051 Meridian Place
Hebron, KY 41048
3. Take the box to your area post office or mailing center for mailing.
Dropping Off the Empty Cartridge at a Ricoh Sales Office
1. Open your computer’s Internet browser.
2. Click the “Toner Cartridge Return Program” link in the Resources section to access the Ricoh “Resource Conservation and Recycling” website.
3. Scroll to the bottom of the page and enter your ZIP code into the box under the heading “Enter Zip Code and Search Radius:.” Click the down arrow next to “5 Miles” to select a greater search distance from your ZIP Code.
4. Click “Go.” The search results will appear under the heading “Locations within XXXX miles of XXXX” with “XXXXs” representing the mileage radius and your Zip Code. Click the “MapQuest Directions” link to receive a printable map to the Ricoh sales office.If the search results return “0” Ricoh sales offices in your area, complete the steps in the “Boxing the Empty Toner Cartridge” and send the box to the address in step 2.
5. Click “Print” then “Print Page as Shown” to print the map on your computer’s printer. Place the empty toner cartridge in a heavy duty plastic bag and take it to the Ricoh sales office.
2. Seal the box with shipping tape. Place the Toner Cartridge Return Program pre-addressed shipping label on the cartridge/cardboard box. The pre-addressed shipping label is postage paid.If you don’t have a pre-addressed shipping label, write on a blank shipping label the following address:Ricoh Recycling
2051 Meridian Place
Hebron, KY 41048
3. Take the box to your area post office or mailing center for mailing.
Dropping Off the Empty Cartridge at a Ricoh Sales Office
1. Open your computer’s Internet browser.
2. Click the “Toner Cartridge Return Program” link in the Resources section to access the Ricoh “Resource Conservation and Recycling” website.
3. Scroll to the bottom of the page and enter your ZIP code into the box under the heading “Enter Zip Code and Search Radius:.” Click the down arrow next to “5 Miles” to select a greater search distance from your ZIP Code.
4. Click “Go.” The search results will appear under the heading “Locations within XXXX miles of XXXX” with “XXXXs” representing the mileage radius and your Zip Code. Click the “MapQuest Directions” link to receive a printable map to the Ricoh sales office.If the search results return “0” Ricoh sales offices in your area, complete the steps in the “Boxing the Empty Toner Cartridge” and send the box to the address in step 2.
5. Click “Print” then “Print Page as Shown” to print the map on your computer’s printer. Place the empty toner cartridge in a heavy duty plastic bag and take it to the Ricoh sales office.
Motorola H710 Bluetooth Instructions
1. Open the headset to turn it on. Wait for the indicator light to turn blue to signal that it is in pairing mode.
2. Navigate to the Bluetooth pairing menu on your phone. The steps for this will vary based on your wireless carrier and your phone.
3. Choose the menu option to view all the Bluetooth devices within range. Select the Motorola H710 from the list and press 'OK.'
4. Enter the pass code using the phone's keypad. The pass code is '0000.' Choose 'OK' to pair the headset.
2. Navigate to the Bluetooth pairing menu on your phone. The steps for this will vary based on your wireless carrier and your phone.
3. Choose the menu option to view all the Bluetooth devices within range. Select the Motorola H710 from the list and press 'OK.'
4. Enter the pass code using the phone's keypad. The pass code is '0000.' Choose 'OK' to pair the headset.
How to Connect Computers Together to Act as One System
1. Plug all the computers you intend to link together into an available power outlet or power bar. Place the computers near one another.
2. Place your networking adapter near the computers and plug it in as well. You can purchase these adapters at most computer supply stores.
3. Plug one end of a crossover Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on one of the computers you intend to link. Plug the other end of the crossover cable into the Ethernet port at the back of the adapter. Repeat the process with the remaining computers. There are multiple Ethernet ports on the back of the network adapter.
4. Connect the cable of one computer monitor to the monitor cable jack on the back of the adapter.
5. Plug the end of a keyboard cable into the keyboard cable jack on the back of the adapter.
6. Turn on all computers and the monitor. You can now view all computers on the single monitor and control them via the single keyboard.
2. Place your networking adapter near the computers and plug it in as well. You can purchase these adapters at most computer supply stores.
3. Plug one end of a crossover Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on one of the computers you intend to link. Plug the other end of the crossover cable into the Ethernet port at the back of the adapter. Repeat the process with the remaining computers. There are multiple Ethernet ports on the back of the network adapter.
4. Connect the cable of one computer monitor to the monitor cable jack on the back of the adapter.
5. Plug the end of a keyboard cable into the keyboard cable jack on the back of the adapter.
6. Turn on all computers and the monitor. You can now view all computers on the single monitor and control them via the single keyboard.
How to Connect a Macbook Pro to a TV Composite
1. Examine the array of ports installed on the left side of the MacBook Pro. Find the computer's Thunderbolt port, which is labeled with an icon of a lightning bolt; the port is located between the Firewire and USB ports. Plug the small end of the Mini DisplayPort-to-VGA adapter into the Thunderbolt port.
2. Examine the ports installed on the video converter. Find the port labeled 'VGA IN.' Plug one end of the VGA cable into the 'VGA IN' port. Plug the other end of the VGA cable into the port located on the large end of the Mini DisplayPort-to-VGA adapter.
3. Find the composite video port on the converter; the port will have a yellow ring in the center. Plug one end of the video cable into the composite video port. Examine the ports on your television and find an unused composite video port. Plug the remaining end of the video cable into the composite video port.
4. Plug one end of the USB cable into the matching port on the converter. Plug the remaining end of the USB cable into an unused USB port on your computer. Turn on the television and the MacBook Pro. Cycle through your television's input channels until the MacBook's desktop appears on the television screen.
5. Open the 'Apple' menu, and select the option labeled 'System Preferences.' Click the icon labeled 'Displays.' Click the button labeled 'Arrangement.' Click and drag the blue squares to rearrange the displays, if desired; alternatively, select the check box labeled 'Mirror Displays' if you want the television screen to show the same images as your MacBook Pro.
2. Examine the ports installed on the video converter. Find the port labeled 'VGA IN.' Plug one end of the VGA cable into the 'VGA IN' port. Plug the other end of the VGA cable into the port located on the large end of the Mini DisplayPort-to-VGA adapter.
3. Find the composite video port on the converter; the port will have a yellow ring in the center. Plug one end of the video cable into the composite video port. Examine the ports on your television and find an unused composite video port. Plug the remaining end of the video cable into the composite video port.
4. Plug one end of the USB cable into the matching port on the converter. Plug the remaining end of the USB cable into an unused USB port on your computer. Turn on the television and the MacBook Pro. Cycle through your television's input channels until the MacBook's desktop appears on the television screen.
5. Open the 'Apple' menu, and select the option labeled 'System Preferences.' Click the icon labeled 'Displays.' Click the button labeled 'Arrangement.' Click and drag the blue squares to rearrange the displays, if desired; alternatively, select the check box labeled 'Mirror Displays' if you want the television screen to show the same images as your MacBook Pro.
How to Reset HP Genuine Cartridge Chips (4 Steps)
1. Purchase an HP cartridge reset tool at an ink refill or supply store. The resetter must match your specific model of cartridge in order to work properly.
2. Remove the HP cartridge from the printer by opening the access panel, pressing on the release tab and pulling the cartridge out of the carrier head.
3. Hold the reset tool next to the metal contact tabs located on the side of the cartridge. A light will indicate whether or not a connection is established. Once you see the light, hold the device and cartridge together.
4. Wait for another green light to signal the reset is complete. Remove the device and insert the cartridge into the printer. Close the panel and select a document to print. Check the computer screen to see that the ink level message does not appear.
2. Remove the HP cartridge from the printer by opening the access panel, pressing on the release tab and pulling the cartridge out of the carrier head.
3. Hold the reset tool next to the metal contact tabs located on the side of the cartridge. A light will indicate whether or not a connection is established. Once you see the light, hold the device and cartridge together.
4. Wait for another green light to signal the reset is complete. Remove the device and insert the cartridge into the printer. Close the panel and select a document to print. Check the computer screen to see that the ink level message does not appear.
How do I Remove Ink Cartridges From a Canon Pixma MP530 Printer?
1. Turn your Pixma on.
2. Lift the printer cover, which encompasses the top third of the machine. As you open the cover, the paper output tray will open and the print head will shift to the center for easy access.
3. Lower the front cover, located in the front middle of the machine.
4. Locate the cartridges in need of removal and press the corresponding tabs direct in front of each to release them.
5. Grab each cartridge by its sides and gently slide it out of the compartment to remove from your Canon Pixma MP530 printer.
2. Lift the printer cover, which encompasses the top third of the machine. As you open the cover, the paper output tray will open and the print head will shift to the center for easy access.
3. Lower the front cover, located in the front middle of the machine.
4. Locate the cartridges in need of removal and press the corresponding tabs direct in front of each to release them.
5. Grab each cartridge by its sides and gently slide it out of the compartment to remove from your Canon Pixma MP530 printer.
How to Print on a CD With a Canon iP4600
1. Open the East-PhotoPrint EX software that you installed with your printer. You can either double-click the icon on the desktop, or go through the start menu to Programs> Canon Utilities> Easy-PhotoPrint EX> Easy-PhotoPrint EX.
2. Click the 'Photo Print' icon in the program window. The 'Select Images' screen will appear, which resembles a Windows Explorer screen where the folders are on the left side, and the photos in the folders are on the right.
3. Navigate to the folder, on the left side of the screen, that contains the image you want to put on the CD. Then click on the image on the right side of the screen. You will see the image appear in the 'Selections' window at the bottom of the screen.
4. Click 'Select Paper' on the menu on the far left side of the window. Choose 'CD-R' in the left window and 'Printable Disc' in the right window.
5. Select 'Layout/Print' on the left side of the window and choose one of the eight available CD layouts that appear on the screen. Type in up to two titles in the spaces to the right of the layouts and press the 'Print' button on the left side of the window. A message will appear asking you to set the DVD/CD tray.
6. Pull down on the paper output tray located on the front of the iP4600. Then pull down on the smaller inner cover that you can see when the output tray is open.
7. Hold the CD-R tray so that the side with a 'G' is facing up. Place a printable CD on the tray with the printable side facing up.
8. Insert the CD-R tray into the slot revealed when you pulled down the inner cover. The large arrow in the middle of the tray should be pointing toward the printer. Slide the CD-R tray into the printer until the small arrow on the right side of the tray aligns with the small arrow on the inside face of the inner cover.
9. Click 'OK' on your computer when the CD-R tray is set. Your image will now print on the CD. Remove the tray and close the covers when you are done.
2. Click the 'Photo Print' icon in the program window. The 'Select Images' screen will appear, which resembles a Windows Explorer screen where the folders are on the left side, and the photos in the folders are on the right.
3. Navigate to the folder, on the left side of the screen, that contains the image you want to put on the CD. Then click on the image on the right side of the screen. You will see the image appear in the 'Selections' window at the bottom of the screen.
4. Click 'Select Paper' on the menu on the far left side of the window. Choose 'CD-R' in the left window and 'Printable Disc' in the right window.
5. Select 'Layout/Print' on the left side of the window and choose one of the eight available CD layouts that appear on the screen. Type in up to two titles in the spaces to the right of the layouts and press the 'Print' button on the left side of the window. A message will appear asking you to set the DVD/CD tray.
6. Pull down on the paper output tray located on the front of the iP4600. Then pull down on the smaller inner cover that you can see when the output tray is open.
7. Hold the CD-R tray so that the side with a 'G' is facing up. Place a printable CD on the tray with the printable side facing up.
8. Insert the CD-R tray into the slot revealed when you pulled down the inner cover. The large arrow in the middle of the tray should be pointing toward the printer. Slide the CD-R tray into the printer until the small arrow on the right side of the tray aligns with the small arrow on the inside face of the inner cover.
9. Click 'OK' on your computer when the CD-R tray is set. Your image will now print on the CD. Remove the tray and close the covers when you are done.
Instructions to Reset the HP Inkjet Cartridges 94 95
1. Refill the HP 94 and 95, then insert them into your printer and allow the ink to settle for approximately eight hours.
2. Turn on your HP printer.
3. Press and hold the 'Resume' key on your HP printer's keypad.
4. Release the 'Resume' key after approximately 10 to 15 seconds. The HP printer will reset and now recognize the HP 94 and 95 as full cartridges.
2. Turn on your HP printer.
3. Press and hold the 'Resume' key on your HP printer's keypad.
4. Release the 'Resume' key after approximately 10 to 15 seconds. The HP printer will reset and now recognize the HP 94 and 95 as full cartridges.
How to Change Touchpad Settings
1. Open the Control Panel by clicking the Windows Start button and selecting 'Control Panel.' Depending on your Windows configuration, this option may be located within the Start Menu's 'Settings' sub-folder.
2. Double-click the Control Panel's 'Mouse' icon.
3. Click the Touchpad tab. This tab can have one of several names, depending on your computer manufacturer, your operating system version and your device drivers. However, the most common labels include 'Touch Pad,' 'Device Settings' and 'Dell Touchpad.' If you do not see any option resembling these, you may not be able adjust your laptop's touchpad settings. Refer to the 'Warnings' section if this applies to your computer.
4. Locate the 'Scrolling Settings' area within the touchpad properties tab. Adjust the settings to meet your needs and then click 'OK' to close the dialog boxes and confirm your changes.
Change touchpad settings in Mac OS X
1. Click the Apple menu and then select 'Preferences.'
2. Click the 'Keyboard & Mouse' icon.
3. Select the 'Trackpad' option from the top of the Keyboard & Mouse dialog box.
4. Adjust the trackpad settings to meet your needs, and then close the dialog box to confirm your changes.
2. Double-click the Control Panel's 'Mouse' icon.
3. Click the Touchpad tab. This tab can have one of several names, depending on your computer manufacturer, your operating system version and your device drivers. However, the most common labels include 'Touch Pad,' 'Device Settings' and 'Dell Touchpad.' If you do not see any option resembling these, you may not be able adjust your laptop's touchpad settings. Refer to the 'Warnings' section if this applies to your computer.
4. Locate the 'Scrolling Settings' area within the touchpad properties tab. Adjust the settings to meet your needs and then click 'OK' to close the dialog boxes and confirm your changes.
Change touchpad settings in Mac OS X
1. Click the Apple menu and then select 'Preferences.'
2. Click the 'Keyboard & Mouse' icon.
3. Select the 'Trackpad' option from the top of the Keyboard & Mouse dialog box.
4. Adjust the trackpad settings to meet your needs, and then close the dialog box to confirm your changes.
How to Resolve Paper Jams in an Oki B4600 Printer
1. Pull the paper tray out of the printer.
2. Take any wrinkled or crumpled paper out of the paper tray.
3. Check the feed area on the bottom of the printer and pull out any paper caught in the feed area.
4. Place the paper tray back in the printer.
5. Open the top cover of the printer and pull the image drum out of the printer. The toner cartridge is removed when you lift the image drum out.
6. Pull out any jammed pieces of paper, taking care to remove all of the paper. If any of the paper is left in the printer, it may cause another jam.
7. Slide the image drum back into the printer, taking care to slide the tabs into the printer slots.
8. Close the top cover to resume printing.
2. Take any wrinkled or crumpled paper out of the paper tray.
3. Check the feed area on the bottom of the printer and pull out any paper caught in the feed area.
4. Place the paper tray back in the printer.
5. Open the top cover of the printer and pull the image drum out of the printer. The toner cartridge is removed when you lift the image drum out.
6. Pull out any jammed pieces of paper, taking care to remove all of the paper. If any of the paper is left in the printer, it may cause another jam.
7. Slide the image drum back into the printer, taking care to slide the tabs into the printer slots.
8. Close the top cover to resume printing.
How to Reset an HP J6480 (4 Steps)
1. Turn the printer on by pressing the 'Power' button. Copy down any fax numbers stored on the printer you want to keep and do not have elsewhere.
2. Remove the power cord from the back of the J6480. Leave the power cord unplugged from the printer for at least 20 seconds.
3. Hold down the '#' and '3' buttons on the printer's numeric keypad. Continue holding the buttons down as you plug the power cord back into its slot on the back of the printer.
4. Stop holding down the '#' and '3' buttons once the printer turns itself on. The J6480 has now been reset.
2. Remove the power cord from the back of the J6480. Leave the power cord unplugged from the printer for at least 20 seconds.
3. Hold down the '#' and '3' buttons on the printer's numeric keypad. Continue holding the buttons down as you plug the power cord back into its slot on the back of the printer.
4. Stop holding down the '#' and '3' buttons once the printer turns itself on. The J6480 has now been reset.
Canon PIXMA Won't Print Black (6 Steps)
1. Press the “Power” button to turn on the printer. Open the top cover to allow the print head to move to the center of the printer.
2. Open the paper output tray by pulling down, after inserting your fingers in the notches in the side of the tray. Open the inner cover by pulling it forward.
3. Examine the row of ink tanks and find the one that is flashing. This should be the black ink tank. Push on the tab at the front of the ink tank to release it. Take the old ink tank out of the printer and discard it or set it aside.
4. Pull the orange tape off of the new ink tank. Do not touch the metal contacts on the bottom of the tank when removing the tape. Take the orange cap off of the ink tank and set it aside.
5. Place the new ink tank inside the printer. Make sure the metal contacts are pointing down. Press down on the “Push” label on the ink tank until you hear it snap into place.
6. Close the inner and outer covers to allow the printer head holder to move back into position. Close the paper output tray to complete the task.
2. Open the paper output tray by pulling down, after inserting your fingers in the notches in the side of the tray. Open the inner cover by pulling it forward.
3. Examine the row of ink tanks and find the one that is flashing. This should be the black ink tank. Push on the tab at the front of the ink tank to release it. Take the old ink tank out of the printer and discard it or set it aside.
4. Pull the orange tape off of the new ink tank. Do not touch the metal contacts on the bottom of the tank when removing the tape. Take the orange cap off of the ink tank and set it aside.
5. Place the new ink tank inside the printer. Make sure the metal contacts are pointing down. Press down on the “Push” label on the ink tank until you hear it snap into place.
6. Close the inner and outer covers to allow the printer head holder to move back into position. Close the paper output tray to complete the task.
Monday, April 27, 2015
How to Reduce From Legal Size to Letter Size on a Copy Machine
1. Raise the copier lid.
2. Place the original face down on the copier glass.
3. Check the paper source to ensure that the paper is oriented correctly.
4. Find the reduce button on the copy machine. This will allow you to adjust the output size of your copy. It usually has arrows for moving the copy ratio up and down.
5. Change the ratio to 78 percent.
6. Push the copy button to create a sample copy before making multiple copies.
7. Adjust the ratio up or down 1 to 5 percent to achieve the correct look for your copy.
8. Make as many copies as needed.
2. Place the original face down on the copier glass.
3. Check the paper source to ensure that the paper is oriented correctly.
4. Find the reduce button on the copy machine. This will allow you to adjust the output size of your copy. It usually has arrows for moving the copy ratio up and down.
5. Change the ratio to 78 percent.
6. Push the copy button to create a sample copy before making multiple copies.
7. Adjust the ratio up or down 1 to 5 percent to achieve the correct look for your copy.
8. Make as many copies as needed.
How to Reset the Ink Cartridge in an HP Printer
1. Turn over the ink cartridge. You will see the copper contacts. Hold the cartridge so that the copper contacts are the closest to your body.
2. Place a small piece of transparent tape on the seventh (top) copper contact in the second row from the left side. Place the cartridge in the printer and run an alignment test page by pressing 'OK' on the front of the printer when you see the orange light blinking.
3. Remove the cartridge from the printer. Keep the first piece of tape in place. Place another piece of transparent tape over the sixth (top) contact in the second row in from the right side. Place the ink cartridge in the printer. Run another alignment test page.
4. Remove the ink cartridge from the printer. Carefully remove the two pieces of tape, making sure to remove any adhesive left on the cartridge from the tape. Place the ink cartridge in the printer. The ink level gauge window will show on the computer screen, reading that the ink cartridge is full.
2. Place a small piece of transparent tape on the seventh (top) copper contact in the second row from the left side. Place the cartridge in the printer and run an alignment test page by pressing 'OK' on the front of the printer when you see the orange light blinking.
3. Remove the cartridge from the printer. Keep the first piece of tape in place. Place another piece of transparent tape over the sixth (top) contact in the second row in from the right side. Place the ink cartridge in the printer. Run another alignment test page.
4. Remove the ink cartridge from the printer. Carefully remove the two pieces of tape, making sure to remove any adhesive left on the cartridge from the tape. Place the ink cartridge in the printer. The ink level gauge window will show on the computer screen, reading that the ink cartridge is full.
How to Fix Streaks on HP Laser Printers
1. Redistribute the toner by removing the cartridge and wiggling it gently from back to front. If the cartridge is depleted, replace it. Wipe the old cartridge with a lint-free cloth. Make sure you have removed any tape from a new cartridge before placing it inside the printer.
2. Follow standard cleaning procedures. First, unplug the printer, then remove the toner cartridge. Wipe down the printer path with a lint-free cloth. Use the cloth to wipe out the toner cavity (the space inside the printer where the toner cartridge fits), then reinsert the toner cartridge.
3. Make sure the paper you are using is the correct type. If the paper is too rough or is not meant for use with your printer, you are likely to experience printing issues.
4. Adjust the toner density setting on the printer's control panel. You can access this setting by pressing the menu key on the front of the printer. You can find the full menu in your printer's manual.
5. Clean the internal mirror by blowing canned air through the printer itself. Canned air is simply a pressurized aerosol can which blows air forcefully enough to remove dust and debris, but will not harm your electronic equipment. Paper dust and toner can settle on the mirrors and lasers, causing printing issues.
2. Follow standard cleaning procedures. First, unplug the printer, then remove the toner cartridge. Wipe down the printer path with a lint-free cloth. Use the cloth to wipe out the toner cavity (the space inside the printer where the toner cartridge fits), then reinsert the toner cartridge.
3. Make sure the paper you are using is the correct type. If the paper is too rough or is not meant for use with your printer, you are likely to experience printing issues.
4. Adjust the toner density setting on the printer's control panel. You can access this setting by pressing the menu key on the front of the printer. You can find the full menu in your printer's manual.
5. Clean the internal mirror by blowing canned air through the printer itself. Canned air is simply a pressurized aerosol can which blows air forcefully enough to remove dust and debris, but will not harm your electronic equipment. Paper dust and toner can settle on the mirrors and lasers, causing printing issues.
How to Remove the HP Printer Using Regedit
1. Click 'Start,' type 'regedit' into the search field and press 'Enter.' The Registry Editor opens.
2. Click on the following registry key in the left pane of the Registry Editor. Once you click the registry key, a list of printers will appear underneath the registry key. HKEY_CURRENT_USER -- Printers -- Connections
3. Right-click the HP printer you want to remove and select 'Delete.'
4. Click on the following registry key in the left pane of the Registry Editor. Once you click the registry key, a list of folders will appear underneath the registry key. HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE -- SYSTEM -- CurrentControlSet -- Control -- Print -- Providers -- LanMan Print Services -- Servers -- Printers
5. Click the 'Servers' folder and then click the print server folder that hosts the printer you want to delete. A list of printers will appear under the print server folder.
6. Right-click the HP printer you want to delete and select 'Delete.'
7. Close the Registry Editor and restart your computer.
2. Click on the following registry key in the left pane of the Registry Editor. Once you click the registry key, a list of printers will appear underneath the registry key. HKEY_CURRENT_USER -- Printers -- Connections
3. Right-click the HP printer you want to remove and select 'Delete.'
4. Click on the following registry key in the left pane of the Registry Editor. Once you click the registry key, a list of folders will appear underneath the registry key. HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE -- SYSTEM -- CurrentControlSet -- Control -- Print -- Providers -- LanMan Print Services -- Servers -- Printers
5. Click the 'Servers' folder and then click the print server folder that hosts the printer you want to delete. A list of printers will appear under the print server folder.
6. Right-click the HP printer you want to delete and select 'Delete.'
7. Close the Registry Editor and restart your computer.
How to Clear Buffers on a PC (16 Steps)
1. Open an Explorer browser window.
2. Select the “Tools” option located at the top of your screen.
3. Click on “Internet Options” from the Tools menu.
4. Move to the “Temporary Internet Files” section of the dialog box. Press the “Delete Files” button.
5. Click “OK” to delete the files.
Firefox Cache
1. Open a Firefox browser window.
2. Select “Tools” from the top of the screen.
3. Click “Options” from the Tools menu.
4. Move to the “Advanced” tab in the Options window.
5. Open the “Network” tab on the Advanced Options dialog box.
6. Select “Clear Now” in the “Offline Storage” section of the Network window.
Print Buffer
1. Click on the “Start” button at the bottom of your desktop, and access the 'Search' text box. XP users should click “Run” to open the box. Vista and Windows 7 users can just move to the Search box on the Start menu.
2. Type “control printers” in the Search box and click “OK.”
3. Right-click on the printer icon; this will open an options menu.
4. Select “Open” from the menu that appears next to your cursor.
5. Click on “Cancel All Documents.” This will clear the spool and eventually the buffer. Some data may still print, but this will stop as the buffer clears.
2. Select the “Tools” option located at the top of your screen.
3. Click on “Internet Options” from the Tools menu.
4. Move to the “Temporary Internet Files” section of the dialog box. Press the “Delete Files” button.
5. Click “OK” to delete the files.
Firefox Cache
1. Open a Firefox browser window.
2. Select “Tools” from the top of the screen.
3. Click “Options” from the Tools menu.
4. Move to the “Advanced” tab in the Options window.
5. Open the “Network” tab on the Advanced Options dialog box.
6. Select “Clear Now” in the “Offline Storage” section of the Network window.
Print Buffer
1. Click on the “Start” button at the bottom of your desktop, and access the 'Search' text box. XP users should click “Run” to open the box. Vista and Windows 7 users can just move to the Search box on the Start menu.
2. Type “control printers” in the Search box and click “OK.”
3. Right-click on the printer icon; this will open an options menu.
4. Select “Open” from the menu that appears next to your cursor.
5. Click on “Cancel All Documents.” This will clear the spool and eventually the buffer. Some data may still print, but this will stop as the buffer clears.
How to Protect a Worksheet Only Allow Edit in Certain Cells in Excel 2007
1. Open Microsoft Excel 2007 by clicking on the 'Excel' icon on your desktop.
2. Use your mouse to highlight the cells on the worksheet that you want to protect from editing.
3. Locate the 'Home' tab at the top of the screen. Click on the 'Format' option that is located in the 'Cells' subgroup.
4. Click the 'Protect Sheet' option under the 'Protection' subgroup.
5. Type a password into the 'Password to Unprotect Sheet' space. If you don't want to use a password, leave the space blank. Click the 'OK' button.
6. Click the 'Format' button on the 'Home' tab. Click on the 'Lock Cell' option under the 'Protection' subgroup.
2. Use your mouse to highlight the cells on the worksheet that you want to protect from editing.
3. Locate the 'Home' tab at the top of the screen. Click on the 'Format' option that is located in the 'Cells' subgroup.
4. Click the 'Protect Sheet' option under the 'Protection' subgroup.
5. Type a password into the 'Password to Unprotect Sheet' space. If you don't want to use a password, leave the space blank. Click the 'OK' button.
6. Click the 'Format' button on the 'Home' tab. Click on the 'Lock Cell' option under the 'Protection' subgroup.
How to Change Ink in MX870s (5 Steps)
1. Open the lid of the printer to move the cartridge tray to the center.
2. Remove the empty ink cartridge by lifting up its tab, tilting it downwards and removing it from the printer.
3. Peel off the orange tape from the new cartridge and peel off the plastic protection film. Rotate the orange cap 90 degrees and pull it off.
4. Tilt the cartridge downwards and insert it into the cartridge tray in the printer, making sure the label on the cartridge matches the label on the tray. Press down on the 'PUSH' part of the ink tank until the cartridge clicks.
5. Install any other cartridges that need replacing by repeating Steps 1 through 4 for the respective cartridges and then close the printer lid.
2. Remove the empty ink cartridge by lifting up its tab, tilting it downwards and removing it from the printer.
3. Peel off the orange tape from the new cartridge and peel off the plastic protection film. Rotate the orange cap 90 degrees and pull it off.
4. Tilt the cartridge downwards and insert it into the cartridge tray in the printer, making sure the label on the cartridge matches the label on the tray. Press down on the 'PUSH' part of the ink tank until the cartridge clicks.
5. Install any other cartridges that need replacing by repeating Steps 1 through 4 for the respective cartridges and then close the printer lid.
How Do I Clean Clogged Inkjets on My HP 1210 Printer?
1. Open the front door of the printer, located below the scanner lid, by swinging it down. The print cartridges will move to a position where they can be accessed.
2. Unplug the printer to prevent the cartridge dock from moving away from the center of the printer.
3. Press an ink cartridge down until you feel a 'click,' then pull it out of the dock.
4. Dip a cotton swab in distilled water and use it to clean any built-up ink from the metal contacts on the ink cartridge and from the area around the ink nozzle. Avoid touching the nozzle itself, which is located in the center of the bottom of the cartridge. Discard the cotton swab if it becomes dirty, and use another to continue cleaning. Keep cleaning until the ink cartridge is no longer dirty, then set the ink cartridge aside.
5. Remove the second ink cartridge and repeat the cleaning process. Set both cartridges aside until they are completely dry.
6. Replace an ink cartridge by holding it slightly below the dock, then pushing it up and in until it snaps into place. Do the same with the second cartridge. The black cartridge is inserted into the right slot on the dock, while the color cartridge is inserted into the left slot.
7. Close the front door of the printer, plug the printer back in, and turn it on.
2. Unplug the printer to prevent the cartridge dock from moving away from the center of the printer.
3. Press an ink cartridge down until you feel a 'click,' then pull it out of the dock.
4. Dip a cotton swab in distilled water and use it to clean any built-up ink from the metal contacts on the ink cartridge and from the area around the ink nozzle. Avoid touching the nozzle itself, which is located in the center of the bottom of the cartridge. Discard the cotton swab if it becomes dirty, and use another to continue cleaning. Keep cleaning until the ink cartridge is no longer dirty, then set the ink cartridge aside.
5. Remove the second ink cartridge and repeat the cleaning process. Set both cartridges aside until they are completely dry.
6. Replace an ink cartridge by holding it slightly below the dock, then pushing it up and in until it snaps into place. Do the same with the second cartridge. The black cartridge is inserted into the right slot on the dock, while the color cartridge is inserted into the left slot.
7. Close the front door of the printer, plug the printer back in, and turn it on.
How to Unclog Epson Inkjets
1. Press the cleaning button located on the front of the printer. Hold it down for 3 seconds to begin the cleaning cycle.
2. Run a cleaning cycle using your Epson printer utilities program. In Windows, go to 'Start,' 'Printers and Faxes,' right-click on your printer and choose 'Printing Preferences.' Select the 'Utility' or 'Maintenance' tab, depending on your printer model, and click 'Head Cleaning.' When the head cleaning cycle is complete, run 'Nozzle Check.' Repeat the head cleaning and nozzle check one to three times.To access the Epson printer utility in OS X, select the Epson Printer Utility icon in the Applications folder in Macintosh HD. If prompted, select your printer from the Printer List, then click 'OK.'
3. Clean the print head manually. Remove the ink cartridges from your printer according to the instructions in your owner's manual. Turn off your printer. Dip a cotton swab in isopropyl alcohol, ammonia or hot water and rub the swab against the print head. Let the printer sit overnight.Remove the print head according to the instructions in your owner's manual. Soak the print head for at least an hour in a small dish of hot water or isopropyl alcohol.
Preventing Clogged Print Heads
1. Use your printer at least once a week. Regular use will keep dried ink from clogging your print heads. If you have a color inkjet printer, print full color pages in addition to black-and-white documents.
2. Turn your printer off when not in use. This will prevent warm ink from bleeding onto the print head. If you have to store your printer, remove the ink cartridges.
3. Use a cleaning kit regularly. A cleaning kit usually includes a tube of ammonia that you spray on the printer head to clean dry ink.
2. Run a cleaning cycle using your Epson printer utilities program. In Windows, go to 'Start,' 'Printers and Faxes,' right-click on your printer and choose 'Printing Preferences.' Select the 'Utility' or 'Maintenance' tab, depending on your printer model, and click 'Head Cleaning.' When the head cleaning cycle is complete, run 'Nozzle Check.' Repeat the head cleaning and nozzle check one to three times.To access the Epson printer utility in OS X, select the Epson Printer Utility icon in the Applications folder in Macintosh HD. If prompted, select your printer from the Printer List, then click 'OK.'
3. Clean the print head manually. Remove the ink cartridges from your printer according to the instructions in your owner's manual. Turn off your printer. Dip a cotton swab in isopropyl alcohol, ammonia or hot water and rub the swab against the print head. Let the printer sit overnight.Remove the print head according to the instructions in your owner's manual. Soak the print head for at least an hour in a small dish of hot water or isopropyl alcohol.
Preventing Clogged Print Heads
1. Use your printer at least once a week. Regular use will keep dried ink from clogging your print heads. If you have a color inkjet printer, print full color pages in addition to black-and-white documents.
2. Turn your printer off when not in use. This will prevent warm ink from bleeding onto the print head. If you have to store your printer, remove the ink cartridges.
3. Use a cleaning kit regularly. A cleaning kit usually includes a tube of ammonia that you spray on the printer head to clean dry ink.
How to Uninstall IIS7 on Windows 7 (4 Steps)
1. Click the 'Start' menu on your computer, and then select 'Control Panel' from the right side of the menu bar.
2. Double-click 'Programs and Features' or 'Programs,' depending on the Control Panel layout you have configured.
3. Select 'Turn Windows Features On or Off' on the left pane of the window, then supply your administrator credentials when prompted.
4. Remove the selection mark next to 'Internet Information Services' by unchecking it, then click 'OK.'
2. Double-click 'Programs and Features' or 'Programs,' depending on the Control Panel layout you have configured.
3. Select 'Turn Windows Features On or Off' on the left pane of the window, then supply your administrator credentials when prompted.
4. Remove the selection mark next to 'Internet Information Services' by unchecking it, then click 'OK.'
How to Print 3.5 X 2.5 Photos
1. Open your editing software and create a new document.
2. Set the canvas size to 3.5 x 2.5 inches.
3. Open the photo you want to print 3.5 x 2.5 size.
4. Paste the photo onto the 3.5 x 2.5 canvas.
5. Re-size the photo if necessary by selecting it and scaling it down to fit within the canvas. Some editing software will automatically re-size photos to fit the new canvas size. The photo is now ready to print.
2. Set the canvas size to 3.5 x 2.5 inches.
3. Open the photo you want to print 3.5 x 2.5 size.
4. Paste the photo onto the 3.5 x 2.5 canvas.
5. Re-size the photo if necessary by selecting it and scaling it down to fit within the canvas. Some editing software will automatically re-size photos to fit the new canvas size. The photo is now ready to print.
How to Print an Address on a Business Envelope
1. In Microsoft Word, click on 'Tools,' then 'Letters and Mailings,' then 'Envelopes and Labels.'
2. Click on the 'Envelopes' tab.
3. In the 'Delivery Address' text box, fill in the appropriate information.
4. In the 'Return Address' text box, fill in the appropriate information.
5. Place a blank envelope in your printer tray. The printer will print the address information according to the icon displayed under 'Feed.' To change the way the printer prints the address information, click on 'Options,' then on 'Printing Options.' Choose the feed method, then click 'OK.'
6. Click 'Print' to print the envelope.
2. Click on the 'Envelopes' tab.
3. In the 'Delivery Address' text box, fill in the appropriate information.
4. In the 'Return Address' text box, fill in the appropriate information.
5. Place a blank envelope in your printer tray. The printer will print the address information according to the icon displayed under 'Feed.' To change the way the printer prints the address information, click on 'Options,' then on 'Printing Options.' Choose the feed method, then click 'OK.'
6. Click 'Print' to print the envelope.
Sunday, April 26, 2015
How to Print on Fabric With an Inkjet Printer
1. Cut a piece of 100-percent cotton or 100-percent silk fabric a little bigger than you need to fit your inkjet printer.
2. Soak the fabric in Bubble Jet Set, which is a product that prepares fabric for inkjet ink so that is remains permanently on the fabric.
3. Remove the fabric from the Bubble Jet Set after 5 minutes.
4. Allow the fabric to dry completely and then iron the fabric to the shiny side of a piece of freezer paper to attach the freezer paper as a backing. Make sure there are no bubbles in the fabric.
5. Trim the fabric so that it is just slightly smaller than an 8.5-inch-by-11-inch piece of paper, making sure there are no stray threads hanging from the fabric.
6. Place the fabric into your printer where you would put your paper. Make sure the fabric is in the right way so that your image prints onto the fabric and not onto the backing.
7. Print the image directly onto your fabric using your normal printer controls. Let the fabric dry for about 30 minutes.
2. Soak the fabric in Bubble Jet Set, which is a product that prepares fabric for inkjet ink so that is remains permanently on the fabric.
3. Remove the fabric from the Bubble Jet Set after 5 minutes.
4. Allow the fabric to dry completely and then iron the fabric to the shiny side of a piece of freezer paper to attach the freezer paper as a backing. Make sure there are no bubbles in the fabric.
5. Trim the fabric so that it is just slightly smaller than an 8.5-inch-by-11-inch piece of paper, making sure there are no stray threads hanging from the fabric.
6. Place the fabric into your printer where you would put your paper. Make sure the fabric is in the right way so that your image prints onto the fabric and not onto the backing.
7. Print the image directly onto your fabric using your normal printer controls. Let the fabric dry for about 30 minutes.
How to Manually Clean the Heads of a Stylus Printer
1. Open the cover of the Epson Stylus Printer. Once the cover is lifted, the ink cartridges will move to the side. Do not touch them until they have stopped.
2. Lift up on the ink cartridge tab to remove the ink cartridge.
3. Fill a bowl with enough isopropyl alcohol to cover the inkjet print head. If isopropyl alcohol is not available, hot water can be used, however, it isn't as effective as isopropyl alcohol.
4. Place only the print heads, located on the bottom of the ink cartridge, in the liquid. Do not submerge the cartridge, as this can cause irreparable damage. Allow the print head to soak in the liquid for eight hours.
5. Remove the ink cartridge. Place on a cloth, with the print heads facing downward. Do not place sideways or upside down as this will cause moisture to travel into the entire ink cartridge. Allow the print heads to completely air dry.
6. Place the ink cartridge back into the printer. The ink cartridge will just snap into the cartridge housing unit.
7. Test the printer by attempting to print something. If the cartridge is still clogged repeat the process.
2. Lift up on the ink cartridge tab to remove the ink cartridge.
3. Fill a bowl with enough isopropyl alcohol to cover the inkjet print head. If isopropyl alcohol is not available, hot water can be used, however, it isn't as effective as isopropyl alcohol.
4. Place only the print heads, located on the bottom of the ink cartridge, in the liquid. Do not submerge the cartridge, as this can cause irreparable damage. Allow the print head to soak in the liquid for eight hours.
5. Remove the ink cartridge. Place on a cloth, with the print heads facing downward. Do not place sideways or upside down as this will cause moisture to travel into the entire ink cartridge. Allow the print heads to completely air dry.
6. Place the ink cartridge back into the printer. The ink cartridge will just snap into the cartridge housing unit.
7. Test the printer by attempting to print something. If the cartridge is still clogged repeat the process.
How to Join the Ringling Brothers
1. Get into shape. No matter what circus job you will perform, your days working in the circus will require physical stamina and will involve long hours on your feet. Prepare to be strong enough to set up tents, your own workspace and to care for the circus animals.
2. Gain a formal education, if possible. Find a clown school, or a gymnastics class if you're interested in acrobatics. Even though formal classes probably won't be required for most circus jobs, investing in your education demonstrates to Ringling Brothers that you are motivated.
3. Gain first-hand experience in circus work, even if you have to volunteer for a short time. A mix of education and experience is a prerequisite for most circus jobs, but circuses like Ringling Brothers will probably not even look at your resume unless it reflects that you have experience.
4. Check the Feld Entertainment website and also the Career Builders website to see which positions are currently being filled. These are the two websites on which the Ringling Brothers Circus lists their openings.
5. Make a long-term plan for your career in the circus. Circus performers can go on to become administrators, or instructors at schools and camps. At some point, you may even want to leave the circus to pursue a career dream such as a television show, a career as a stunt double or your own television show.
6. Prepare your resume and a letter indicating what type of position you would like to be considered for. Keep in mind your long-term career goals, and make sure that your resume reflects the skills that will help you become promoted.
7. Send your resume and the letter to Feld Entertainment, Inc.
2. Gain a formal education, if possible. Find a clown school, or a gymnastics class if you're interested in acrobatics. Even though formal classes probably won't be required for most circus jobs, investing in your education demonstrates to Ringling Brothers that you are motivated.
3. Gain first-hand experience in circus work, even if you have to volunteer for a short time. A mix of education and experience is a prerequisite for most circus jobs, but circuses like Ringling Brothers will probably not even look at your resume unless it reflects that you have experience.
4. Check the Feld Entertainment website and also the Career Builders website to see which positions are currently being filled. These are the two websites on which the Ringling Brothers Circus lists their openings.
5. Make a long-term plan for your career in the circus. Circus performers can go on to become administrators, or instructors at schools and camps. At some point, you may even want to leave the circus to pursue a career dream such as a television show, a career as a stunt double or your own television show.
6. Prepare your resume and a letter indicating what type of position you would like to be considered for. Keep in mind your long-term career goals, and make sure that your resume reflects the skills that will help you become promoted.
7. Send your resume and the letter to Feld Entertainment, Inc.
How to Print on Both Sides of Paper Using a Canon MX700 Printer
1. Click the Windows Start button. Select 'Control Panel.' Click 'Hardware.' Select 'Printers.'
2. Right-click the Canon MX700 printer icon. Select 'Printing Preferences.'
3. Click the Page Setup tab. Click the box next to 'Duplex Printing.'
4. Click the OK button. The MX700 is now set to print on both sides of the paper.
2. Right-click the Canon MX700 printer icon. Select 'Printing Preferences.'
3. Click the Page Setup tab. Click the box next to 'Duplex Printing.'
4. Click the OK button. The MX700 is now set to print on both sides of the paper.
How to Use Black Ink Only on an Epson 500 (7 Steps)
1. Turn on the printer.
2. Open the document, photo or Web page you wish to print.
3. Click on the 'File' menu option, located on the application toolbar. Choose the 'Print' option listed on the drop-down menu.
4. Click on the 'Epson WorkForce 500 Series' option, listed under 'Select Printer.' Click on the 'Preferences' or 'Properties' button displayed within the dialog box.
5. Click on the 'Main' tab and check the box next to the 'Black Ink Only' option.
6. Click 'Ok' to save the printer settings.
7. Click on the 'Print' button to print the document, photo or Web page in grayscale.
2. Open the document, photo or Web page you wish to print.
3. Click on the 'File' menu option, located on the application toolbar. Choose the 'Print' option listed on the drop-down menu.
4. Click on the 'Epson WorkForce 500 Series' option, listed under 'Select Printer.' Click on the 'Preferences' or 'Properties' button displayed within the dialog box.
5. Click on the 'Main' tab and check the box next to the 'Black Ink Only' option.
6. Click 'Ok' to save the printer settings.
7. Click on the 'Print' button to print the document, photo or Web page in grayscale.
How to Replace the Glass on an Epson 10000Xl
1. Turn off the Epson 10000Xl scanner and unplug it from the power outlet.
2. Unscrew the scanner's cover from the rest of the scanner at the hinges. Unscrew the screws on the back and each side of the Epson 10000Xl scanner's body. Lift the top of the body away from the scanner.
3. Lift the frame of old glass from the Epson 10000Xl scanner. Remove the old glass from the scanner. Carefully lift out any broken glass that might have fallen inside the scanner.
4. Place the new glass into the frame. Place the frame in the scanner and screw the body over the frame. Screw the scanner's cover back onto the hinges as well.
2. Unscrew the scanner's cover from the rest of the scanner at the hinges. Unscrew the screws on the back and each side of the Epson 10000Xl scanner's body. Lift the top of the body away from the scanner.
3. Lift the frame of old glass from the Epson 10000Xl scanner. Remove the old glass from the scanner. Carefully lift out any broken glass that might have fallen inside the scanner.
4. Place the new glass into the frame. Place the frame in the scanner and screw the body over the frame. Screw the scanner's cover back onto the hinges as well.
How to Print Pictures From My Phone
1. Load the picture that will be printed on the phone.
2. Click on the 'Options' button once the picture is open. This button will vary depending on the model of the phone, but it should bring up the options for the picture, such as 'Delete,' 'Send' or 'Copy.'
3. Select 'Send' from the options list. Enter the email address you want to send the picture to. Send the photo.
4. Go to the computer that is connected to the printer. Access the email account to which the photo was sent.
5. Download the photo from the email.
6. Print the photo.
Printing Using a USB Cable
1. Connect the phone to the computer using a USB cable. Each phone will have a specific type of USB cable that will be required. The phone's user manual will indicate what type of cable is necessary for that model of phone. Alternatively, the user can contact the manufacturer for the cable. Once the cable has been identified, the user can buy it from the manufacturer or cellphone accessory store.
2. Install any required software. Some phones, smart phones especially, require software to be installed before the user can access data on it. Install the necessary software. This software can almost always be found on the manufacturer's website and should be free.
3. Plug the USB cable into the phone and plug the other end of the cable into the computer.
4. Open the software program for the phone and use it to download pictures from the phone to the computer. Older phones may not require software and will simply show up in 'My Computer.' Open the phone and browse the contents of the phone for pictures. Copy them to the computer.
5. Print once all the photos have been downloaded.
2. Click on the 'Options' button once the picture is open. This button will vary depending on the model of the phone, but it should bring up the options for the picture, such as 'Delete,' 'Send' or 'Copy.'
3. Select 'Send' from the options list. Enter the email address you want to send the picture to. Send the photo.
4. Go to the computer that is connected to the printer. Access the email account to which the photo was sent.
5. Download the photo from the email.
6. Print the photo.
Printing Using a USB Cable
1. Connect the phone to the computer using a USB cable. Each phone will have a specific type of USB cable that will be required. The phone's user manual will indicate what type of cable is necessary for that model of phone. Alternatively, the user can contact the manufacturer for the cable. Once the cable has been identified, the user can buy it from the manufacturer or cellphone accessory store.
2. Install any required software. Some phones, smart phones especially, require software to be installed before the user can access data on it. Install the necessary software. This software can almost always be found on the manufacturer's website and should be free.
3. Plug the USB cable into the phone and plug the other end of the cable into the computer.
4. Open the software program for the phone and use it to download pictures from the phone to the computer. Older phones may not require software and will simply show up in 'My Computer.' Open the phone and browse the contents of the phone for pictures. Copy them to the computer.
5. Print once all the photos have been downloaded.
How to Remove Ballpoint Pen Ink Marks From Clothes
1. Lay the ink-stained portion of the clothing on top of a rag. This will catch the ink as it is being removed from the fabric.
2. Saturate the ink spot with alcohol-based hairspray. Blot the ink stain with a clean rag.
3. Continue blotting, switching to clean portions of the rag frequently, until no more ink transfers from the clothing to the rag. Apply more hairspray as needed.
4. Wash the clothing as usual. Let the clothing air dry after washing and inspect for any traces of the ink.
5. Repeat this process if the ink stain remains. If the hairspray doesn't remove the ink, move on to the steps for treating persistent ink stains.
Persistent Ink Stains
1. Apply dry-cleaning solvent to a clean rag and blot it onto the stain. Continue blotting, switching to clean portions of the rag frequently, until the ink is no longer transferring onto the rag. Apply more dry-cleaning solvent as needed.
2. Rinse the stained area of the clothing with cool water to remove the dry-cleaning solvent. Blot the spot with a rag moistened with rubbing alcohol. Let the rubbing alcohol sit on the clothing until it has dried.
3. Drizzle liquid laundry detergent on top of the rubbing alcohol. Work the detergent into the stain with your fingers. Let it sit on the clothing overnight.
4. Rinse the clothing under cool water the next day. Apply a laundry pretreatment spray and launder the clothing as usual. Do not place the clothing in the dryer until you are sure that all of the ink is gone.
2. Saturate the ink spot with alcohol-based hairspray. Blot the ink stain with a clean rag.
3. Continue blotting, switching to clean portions of the rag frequently, until no more ink transfers from the clothing to the rag. Apply more hairspray as needed.
4. Wash the clothing as usual. Let the clothing air dry after washing and inspect for any traces of the ink.
5. Repeat this process if the ink stain remains. If the hairspray doesn't remove the ink, move on to the steps for treating persistent ink stains.
Persistent Ink Stains
1. Apply dry-cleaning solvent to a clean rag and blot it onto the stain. Continue blotting, switching to clean portions of the rag frequently, until the ink is no longer transferring onto the rag. Apply more dry-cleaning solvent as needed.
2. Rinse the stained area of the clothing with cool water to remove the dry-cleaning solvent. Blot the spot with a rag moistened with rubbing alcohol. Let the rubbing alcohol sit on the clothing until it has dried.
3. Drizzle liquid laundry detergent on top of the rubbing alcohol. Work the detergent into the stain with your fingers. Let it sit on the clothing overnight.
4. Rinse the clothing under cool water the next day. Apply a laundry pretreatment spray and launder the clothing as usual. Do not place the clothing in the dryer until you are sure that all of the ink is gone.
How to Set Up a Canon Printer to Print From a Wirless HP Laptop
1. Turn on your HP laptop and log on. Make sure your laptop has at least one free USB port available. You can find the USB ports by looking for flat slots on the back or side of your computer.
2. Remove the Canon printer from the box and remove any packaging materials that came with it. Remove the tape that was used to hold the cover in place during shipment. Install the ink cartridges in the printer.
3. Plug the printer in to your UPS or surge protector and power it on. Insert the software installation CD that came with your printer into the CD or DVD drive. Wait for the software installation to finish.
4. Attach the USB wireless setup cable to the printer and computer when prompted. The square end of the USB cable will connect to the back of the printer, while the flat end will connect to a USB port on your laptop.
5. Remove the cable from the printer and computer when prompted. Then print a test print from the printer to make sure it is communicating with the computer.
2. Remove the Canon printer from the box and remove any packaging materials that came with it. Remove the tape that was used to hold the cover in place during shipment. Install the ink cartridges in the printer.
3. Plug the printer in to your UPS or surge protector and power it on. Insert the software installation CD that came with your printer into the CD or DVD drive. Wait for the software installation to finish.
4. Attach the USB wireless setup cable to the printer and computer when prompted. The square end of the USB cable will connect to the back of the printer, while the flat end will connect to a USB port on your laptop.
5. Remove the cable from the printer and computer when prompted. Then print a test print from the printer to make sure it is communicating with the computer.
How to Uninstall A Printer From Your Windows Based Computer
1. In order to begin uninstalling your printer, make sure that it is still plugged in so that it is recognized when you start the computer. To begin, navigate and click the 'Start' button on the bottom left corner of your desktop. Once your program menu generates, click on 'Control Panel.' Your Control Panel will open, and you should navigate to the icon for Printers. When the window populates, it will have all printers that are installed on your computer available to click on. Once you have highlighted the printer you wish to uninstall, click on the 'Delete Printer' button.
2. A new window will pop up asking you 'Are you Sure You Want To Delete This Printer?' If you are certain you no longer want this installed on your computer, click 'Yes.' A new window for 'Wise Install Wizard will open.' This gives you the name of the printer you are going to uninstall in the middle section of the window, as well as options to 'Repair' or 'Cancel.' If you are only having problems with your printer, it is suggested that you hit the bubble next to 'Repair' and continue from here. If you indeed wish to uninstall, click the bubble next to 'Uninstal'l and then hit 'Next.'
3. The window moves to the next step in the process for you. This new window asks you if you would like to uninstall all related files for this printer including saved updates. Click on 'Yes,' because without the printer installed, the updates for the printer are only using up space on your hard drive.
4. A new window will open showing the progress of your command. You will see a progress bar in Vista or files moving from one folder to another in XP. The time needed to complete the process is shown in the middle portion of the window underneath the progress bar. Depending on the speed of your processor, this can take as little as 15 seconds and as much as two minutes. Once the process is complete, a new window will open saying 'Uninstall Complete.' You then want to click on the 'Close' button on the bottom right of this box to close it.
5. Any time you uninstall a program from your computer, it is recommended that you restart for the changes to take effect. Newer computers always have a pop up box that will open as soon as the uninstall is complete, alerting you for the need to restart. Click on 'Restart Now.'
6. If your computer is an older model, you may have to manually restart your system. In order to do so, navigate to and click on your 'Start' button on the bottom left corner of your desktop. In Vista, click on the power button that is located at the bottom of your program menu, and then hit 'Restart.' Using XP, open your Start Up Menu, and navigate to your power options. Click on 'Restart,' and your computer will begin to shut down. Once it restarts, the changes you specified during the uninstall process will take effect, and your printer is now removed from your computer.
2. A new window will pop up asking you 'Are you Sure You Want To Delete This Printer?' If you are certain you no longer want this installed on your computer, click 'Yes.' A new window for 'Wise Install Wizard will open.' This gives you the name of the printer you are going to uninstall in the middle section of the window, as well as options to 'Repair' or 'Cancel.' If you are only having problems with your printer, it is suggested that you hit the bubble next to 'Repair' and continue from here. If you indeed wish to uninstall, click the bubble next to 'Uninstal'l and then hit 'Next.'
3. The window moves to the next step in the process for you. This new window asks you if you would like to uninstall all related files for this printer including saved updates. Click on 'Yes,' because without the printer installed, the updates for the printer are only using up space on your hard drive.
4. A new window will open showing the progress of your command. You will see a progress bar in Vista or files moving from one folder to another in XP. The time needed to complete the process is shown in the middle portion of the window underneath the progress bar. Depending on the speed of your processor, this can take as little as 15 seconds and as much as two minutes. Once the process is complete, a new window will open saying 'Uninstall Complete.' You then want to click on the 'Close' button on the bottom right of this box to close it.
5. Any time you uninstall a program from your computer, it is recommended that you restart for the changes to take effect. Newer computers always have a pop up box that will open as soon as the uninstall is complete, alerting you for the need to restart. Click on 'Restart Now.'
6. If your computer is an older model, you may have to manually restart your system. In order to do so, navigate to and click on your 'Start' button on the bottom left corner of your desktop. In Vista, click on the power button that is located at the bottom of your program menu, and then hit 'Restart.' Using XP, open your Start Up Menu, and navigate to your power options. Click on 'Restart,' and your computer will begin to shut down. Once it restarts, the changes you specified during the uninstall process will take effect, and your printer is now removed from your computer.
How to Clean Art Prints
1. Take good care of your art prints. Framing or covering them is probably the best option if you want to keep your prints on display. Otherwise keep them in a dry and safe place.
2. Blow off all surface dust and debris with a cheap and effective dust blower (available at your local arts and crafts store).
3. If the prints need more than a good blowing, then try using Photographic Solutions PEC-12, which can get almost anything off photos and prints. You'll also need a spray bottle and some PECPads, available at bhphoto.com or an arts and crafts store.PEC-12 is strong stuff, so depending on the size of the art print you shouldn't need more than a spray or two. If you're working with something near 4' x 6' you might only need half a spray.
4. A cheaper and simpler method to clean your art prints involves dabbing the photo with a cotton ball soaked with rubbing alcohol. Be sure to wipe away any leftover residue. A quick wipe with a microfibre or other lint-free cloth is a good idea to make sure all debris is cleared from the print.
2. Blow off all surface dust and debris with a cheap and effective dust blower (available at your local arts and crafts store).
3. If the prints need more than a good blowing, then try using Photographic Solutions PEC-12, which can get almost anything off photos and prints. You'll also need a spray bottle and some PECPads, available at bhphoto.com or an arts and crafts store.PEC-12 is strong stuff, so depending on the size of the art print you shouldn't need more than a spray or two. If you're working with something near 4' x 6' you might only need half a spray.
4. A cheaper and simpler method to clean your art prints involves dabbing the photo with a cotton ball soaked with rubbing alcohol. Be sure to wipe away any leftover residue. A quick wipe with a microfibre or other lint-free cloth is a good idea to make sure all debris is cleared from the print.
How to Use a POS Cash Register System (5 Steps)
1. Enter the UPC number for each item. Include the cost, sale price and department of the item to help track sales later.
2. Enter age restrictions that apply to the item. Age restrictions are used to prompt the cashier to enter the customer's date of birth. The POS system will determine if the customer is able to purchase the item.
3. Enter quantity restrictions on the item if any exist. Certain cold remedies can only be purchased in small quantities to prevent using them to create illicit drugs.
4. Attach the POS printer, displays and scanners to the register. The hardware should be fully tested to insure that a bar code can be scanned and a receipt printed before putting the register into service.
5. Test restricted items at this time. Alcohol and tobacco products should prompt for date of birth ID which will restrict the sale of the item if the customer is underage.
2. Enter age restrictions that apply to the item. Age restrictions are used to prompt the cashier to enter the customer's date of birth. The POS system will determine if the customer is able to purchase the item.
3. Enter quantity restrictions on the item if any exist. Certain cold remedies can only be purchased in small quantities to prevent using them to create illicit drugs.
4. Attach the POS printer, displays and scanners to the register. The hardware should be fully tested to insure that a bar code can be scanned and a receipt printed before putting the register into service.
5. Test restricted items at this time. Alcohol and tobacco products should prompt for date of birth ID which will restrict the sale of the item if the customer is underage.
How To Change Touchpad Setting to a Wireless Mouse
1. Click on the “Start” button at the bottom of the screen.
2. Go to “Control Panel.”
3. Click “Hardware.”
4. Select “Mouse.”
5. Click the tab that says “Touchpad,” “Device Settings” or a variation of either. This depends on the brand of computer you have.
6. Select the name of the touchpad and click “Disable.” Now you will be able to use the only the wireless mouse.
2. Go to “Control Panel.”
3. Click “Hardware.”
4. Select “Mouse.”
5. Click the tab that says “Touchpad,” “Device Settings” or a variation of either. This depends on the brand of computer you have.
6. Select the name of the touchpad and click “Disable.” Now you will be able to use the only the wireless mouse.
How to Get Rid of Broken Home Printers (5 Steps)
1. Contact the company that handles your normal trash pickup. Many trash companies partner with recycling firms to pick up and reclaim old computer and electronics equipment.
2. Check with the municipality where you live and ask if there's a bulk pickup program in place. Many towns establish a special pickup service for residents with old TVs, computers, monitors and printers.
3. Contact the county where you live. Even if bulk pickup is not available in your town, the county might have a facility where you can drop off your unwanted printers and other items.
4. Remove the inkjet cartridges from your printer before sending it off for recycling. Many charities collect these used ink cartridges to raise funds. Check with your local office supply store to find the nearest inkjet recycling program.
5. Pick up a copy of your local newspaper and look in the classified section. Look for the computers section and see if people want used printers and computer equipment. Many companies and some private citizens pick up old computer equipment and use it to create items for resale.
2. Check with the municipality where you live and ask if there's a bulk pickup program in place. Many towns establish a special pickup service for residents with old TVs, computers, monitors and printers.
3. Contact the county where you live. Even if bulk pickup is not available in your town, the county might have a facility where you can drop off your unwanted printers and other items.
4. Remove the inkjet cartridges from your printer before sending it off for recycling. Many charities collect these used ink cartridges to raise funds. Check with your local office supply store to find the nearest inkjet recycling program.
5. Pick up a copy of your local newspaper and look in the classified section. Look for the computers section and see if people want used printers and computer equipment. Many companies and some private citizens pick up old computer equipment and use it to create items for resale.
How to Sublimate (Part One) (8 Steps)
1. First and most important, you need to have a good, solid understanding of the basic process of sublimation before you can successfully make a business of it. There are some people who go into the sublimation business and fail, or give up - like any other business. There are various reasons why. Let's cover some of these in Step Two
2. Main Reasons Why Sublimation Start-Ups Fail:
Failure to understand color correction and color palettes.Equipment not working properly - for a variety of reasons (will cover).Weak or bad business plan.
3. The failure to understand color correction and color palettes is a problem for some people in the sublimation business. To be fair, and honest, one should not go into the sublimation business expecting to exactly duplicate colors they see: A) in the real world. B) On other items. C) On their computer screen. This also means one should not promise their clients they can exactly duplicate each and every color. When should color correction be a major concern?
4. If you are taking a job in which you will produce hundreds or even thousands of sublimated items for a client, then exact color replication is very important. How do you handle this? You spend at least a week - perhaps a few days more - working on color palettes, testing and getting the colors right. Please do not expect that you will scan a logo in, punch a few keys, print and sublimate it and that's it. That's not it.
5. I will cover color correction in depth in a coming chapter but first let's move to the second main reason some sublimation businesses do not pan out: Equipment not working properly. Well, it's one of two things. Either there is something wrong with some part of the equipment and it needs to be replaced, or the equipment is not being used properly. Even though I found it can easily be a malfunction in some part of the equipment, more often I found it was the equipment not being used as it must be for the particular process to work.
6. A common example of equipment not being used properly is found at the heat press. This does not mean the person operating the heat press is a dummy. It means they have not found the right method for the item they are pressing. I will cover in depth tips and tricks at the heat press and how to use mug, cap and flat heat presses properly.
7. A weak or bad business plan can kill a business - any business. In the sublimation business a common cause of failure is - well, not having a written business plan. What exactly do you want to offer your customers? WHO are your customers? How will you market your sublimated products? In tech support when meeting with perspective and existing customers, I often found them trying to offer too much in the beginning. In other words they were ordering name badges, coffee mugs, t-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, jewelry, ceramic tiles and so on. Since they were brand new to the business I could not see how they expected to learn how to sublimate and sell all that product in the beginning. What was more impressive was the customer who came in and said I want to sell sublimated jewelry to my customers - help me to do that.
8. Learning to sublimate is not really that difficult, though in the beginning it takes a little time to get used to the various aspects of the process. In the next chapter we will set up a small business that has through some hard, preliminary work landed a potentially lucrative contract to provide T-Shirts for a local motor sports track.
2. Main Reasons Why Sublimation Start-Ups Fail:
Failure to understand color correction and color palettes.Equipment not working properly - for a variety of reasons (will cover).Weak or bad business plan.
3. The failure to understand color correction and color palettes is a problem for some people in the sublimation business. To be fair, and honest, one should not go into the sublimation business expecting to exactly duplicate colors they see: A) in the real world. B) On other items. C) On their computer screen. This also means one should not promise their clients they can exactly duplicate each and every color. When should color correction be a major concern?
4. If you are taking a job in which you will produce hundreds or even thousands of sublimated items for a client, then exact color replication is very important. How do you handle this? You spend at least a week - perhaps a few days more - working on color palettes, testing and getting the colors right. Please do not expect that you will scan a logo in, punch a few keys, print and sublimate it and that's it. That's not it.
5. I will cover color correction in depth in a coming chapter but first let's move to the second main reason some sublimation businesses do not pan out: Equipment not working properly. Well, it's one of two things. Either there is something wrong with some part of the equipment and it needs to be replaced, or the equipment is not being used properly. Even though I found it can easily be a malfunction in some part of the equipment, more often I found it was the equipment not being used as it must be for the particular process to work.
6. A common example of equipment not being used properly is found at the heat press. This does not mean the person operating the heat press is a dummy. It means they have not found the right method for the item they are pressing. I will cover in depth tips and tricks at the heat press and how to use mug, cap and flat heat presses properly.
7. A weak or bad business plan can kill a business - any business. In the sublimation business a common cause of failure is - well, not having a written business plan. What exactly do you want to offer your customers? WHO are your customers? How will you market your sublimated products? In tech support when meeting with perspective and existing customers, I often found them trying to offer too much in the beginning. In other words they were ordering name badges, coffee mugs, t-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, jewelry, ceramic tiles and so on. Since they were brand new to the business I could not see how they expected to learn how to sublimate and sell all that product in the beginning. What was more impressive was the customer who came in and said I want to sell sublimated jewelry to my customers - help me to do that.
8. Learning to sublimate is not really that difficult, though in the beginning it takes a little time to get used to the various aspects of the process. In the next chapter we will set up a small business that has through some hard, preliminary work landed a potentially lucrative contract to provide T-Shirts for a local motor sports track.
How to Use Sublimation Over Dark Colors
1. Load dye sublimation ink into an inkjet printer. Load the design you want to transfer to a polymer-coated material or at least 50 percent polyester content T-shirt into a graphics program on your computer.
2. Place a piece of white dye sub dark polyurethane transfer paper into your printer and print the design onto the paper.
3. Place the printed piece of dye sub dark polyurethane transfer paper face down onto the T-shirt or other item to which you want to transfer it.
4. Adhere the transfer paper with design to the dark t-shirt or other item with a heat press set to 392 degrees Fahrenheit. Hold the press closed with moderate to heavy pressure for 10 seconds to 4 minutes, depending on the type of material to which you are transferring the design (Reference 3 contains a material-specific chart with press times and temperatures).
5. Remove the item from the press, examine it for color transfer and allow it to cool.
2. Place a piece of white dye sub dark polyurethane transfer paper into your printer and print the design onto the paper.
3. Place the printed piece of dye sub dark polyurethane transfer paper face down onto the T-shirt or other item to which you want to transfer it.
4. Adhere the transfer paper with design to the dark t-shirt or other item with a heat press set to 392 degrees Fahrenheit. Hold the press closed with moderate to heavy pressure for 10 seconds to 4 minutes, depending on the type of material to which you are transferring the design (Reference 3 contains a material-specific chart with press times and temperatures).
5. Remove the item from the press, examine it for color transfer and allow it to cool.
How Do You Check the Ink Level on an HP Printer?
1. Click on the 'Start' menu icon, which is located in the lower left-hand corner of the screen. Select 'HP Solutions Center,' and then choose 'Settings.' Click on 'Print Settings,' and then on 'Printer Toolbox.' This opens up the HP Printer Toolbox.
2. Click on the 'Estimated Ink Level' tab.
3. Look at the illustration on the screen to determine your ink levels. You will see one picture that shows your color cartridge ink level, and the other picture will show how much black ink you have left.
2. Click on the 'Estimated Ink Level' tab.
3. Look at the illustration on the screen to determine your ink levels. You will see one picture that shows your color cartridge ink level, and the other picture will show how much black ink you have left.
How to Connect a Canon Printer (5 Steps)
1. Unpack and set up your printer according to the manufacturer's specifications. Make sure the power is on and ink and paper are installed. If you have one of the Canon photo printers, don't waste your good photo paper yet; just load in some plain business paper.
2. Connect the square end of the USB cable to your printer. There should only be one port in the back of the printer that will take the connection.
3. Connect the other end of the wire to the computer. There should be several ports that will take this wire; they are usually located on the back of the machine.
4. Boot up your computer.
5. Watch for an announcement that Windows XP or Vista has 'discovered' your printer--it's usually something along the lines of 'New Hardware Found,' then 'Canon xxxx.' Follow the directions that appear on the screen. If this doesn't work, or you have an older version, just insert the driver CD into your computer and follow the directions.
2. Connect the square end of the USB cable to your printer. There should only be one port in the back of the printer that will take the connection.
3. Connect the other end of the wire to the computer. There should be several ports that will take this wire; they are usually located on the back of the machine.
4. Boot up your computer.
5. Watch for an announcement that Windows XP or Vista has 'discovered' your printer--it's usually something along the lines of 'New Hardware Found,' then 'Canon xxxx.' Follow the directions that appear on the screen. If this doesn't work, or you have an older version, just insert the driver CD into your computer and follow the directions.
Brother Label Maker Instructions (7 Steps)
1. Press down on the door latch on the top of the machine to remove the back cover. Insert AAA batteries in the battery compartments on the left side of the printer. The bottom three batteries should have their positive terminals pointing to the top of the machine, and the top three batteries should be facing the opposite direction.
2. Place the Brother tape cassette into the opening designed for it. It should only fit in the correct direction. Ensure that that bottom of the tape is completely flat in the socket and then close the cover of the printer.
3. Press the “On/Off” button to turn on the machine. If the machine was used before, it will return to the previous session’s display when you turn it on. The machine will turn itself off if no key is pressed for five minutes.
4. Use the letters on the keyboard to make the message that you want to print. Press the “Caps” key to create capital letters and press the “Num” key to create numbers and symbols, which are shown above each letter key. The message can be up to 55 characters long, but only eight at a time will display.
5. Press the “Function” button to access the menus that will allow you to change the message size, font and underline options. There are also menus for mirror printing, which will reverse the message so that it can be read in a mirror, and the amount of space in the margins of the tape.
6. Use the “Print” button when you are finished typing the message and the Brother label maker will print out your message. Push the cutter lever, located right next to where the tape comes out, to sever the tape.
7. Consult the label maker’s manual for additional instructions about numerous other features including saving and recalling text, repeat printing, and numbering the messages. The manual will also have lists and instructions for special symbols and accented characters that do not appear on the keyboard.
2. Place the Brother tape cassette into the opening designed for it. It should only fit in the correct direction. Ensure that that bottom of the tape is completely flat in the socket and then close the cover of the printer.
3. Press the “On/Off” button to turn on the machine. If the machine was used before, it will return to the previous session’s display when you turn it on. The machine will turn itself off if no key is pressed for five minutes.
4. Use the letters on the keyboard to make the message that you want to print. Press the “Caps” key to create capital letters and press the “Num” key to create numbers and symbols, which are shown above each letter key. The message can be up to 55 characters long, but only eight at a time will display.
5. Press the “Function” button to access the menus that will allow you to change the message size, font and underline options. There are also menus for mirror printing, which will reverse the message so that it can be read in a mirror, and the amount of space in the margins of the tape.
6. Use the “Print” button when you are finished typing the message and the Brother label maker will print out your message. Push the cutter lever, located right next to where the tape comes out, to sever the tape.
7. Consult the label maker’s manual for additional instructions about numerous other features including saving and recalling text, repeat printing, and numbering the messages. The manual will also have lists and instructions for special symbols and accented characters that do not appear on the keyboard.
Saturday, April 25, 2015
How to Run a Digital Printing Press (4 Steps)
1. Learn how to use all of the digital printers associated with the digital printing press so that you can operate the equipment just like any of the employees you hire, as well as train employees to use this equipment if they do not know how. Become familiar with the repair warranties and how to quickly fix the digital printers if anything happens to them without having to take the time to call the technician. This will enable you to get the business up and running again quickly.
2. Hire employees who know exactly how to use these machines so that they can do the best possible job for the customer in the shortest amount of time. Collectively train employees on how to use new digital printing press machines that you purchase.
3. Keep stockpiles of materials like paper and ink. Have employees keep tabs on these materials so that the press never runs out of them. Delaying a job could possibly result in lost business. Also, purchase small amounts of high-end paper and ink so that if a customer requests it, and wants to pay for it, you can provide it for him.
4. Place monitors in the front of the digital printing press---where the customer enters or considers using your services---that display the work you have done for past clients. Also, have hard copies on hand of any publications, presentations, banners or other products the digital printing press has produced so that customers can look at them and see what type of work your company does. Having examples to have and hold helps to sell your business's abilities.
2. Hire employees who know exactly how to use these machines so that they can do the best possible job for the customer in the shortest amount of time. Collectively train employees on how to use new digital printing press machines that you purchase.
3. Keep stockpiles of materials like paper and ink. Have employees keep tabs on these materials so that the press never runs out of them. Delaying a job could possibly result in lost business. Also, purchase small amounts of high-end paper and ink so that if a customer requests it, and wants to pay for it, you can provide it for him.
4. Place monitors in the front of the digital printing press---where the customer enters or considers using your services---that display the work you have done for past clients. Also, have hard copies on hand of any publications, presentations, banners or other products the digital printing press has produced so that customers can look at them and see what type of work your company does. Having examples to have and hold helps to sell your business's abilities.
How Do I Get My HP F2400 Printer to Work? (6 Steps)
1. Press the 'Power' button on the printer's control panel and wait for the printer to boot up. If you press the 'Power' button again while the printer boots up, this will turn the printer off again. Continue if the printer won't turn on.
2. Examine the F2400's power cord to see that you have it securely plugged into both the printer and the electrical outlet. Examine the connection between the power cord and the adapter box to make sure that it is secure as well. Examine the power strip or backup battery source to make sure you have this turned on, if you don't have the printer's power cord plugged directly into an electrical outlet.
3. Press the 'Power' button again to turn on the printer. If the printer won't turn on, plug the power cord directly into an electrical out and turn on the printer.
4. Plug another device into the same electrical outlet to make sure the outlet is working correctly if you still can't turn on the printer. Move the printer to another room if it still does not work.
5. Click on the 'Print' option in the software program you use to print and select the F2400 in the pull-down menu. If you don't see the F2400 as your default printer, click 'Start' and select 'Devices and Printers.' Right-click the F2400 and click to place a check mark next to 'Set as default printer.'
6. Remove all of the paper from the input and output trays if the printer's 'Attention' light flashes. Open the printer's top cover and pull out any stuck pieces of paper, close the cover and load the paper back into the input tray.
2. Examine the F2400's power cord to see that you have it securely plugged into both the printer and the electrical outlet. Examine the connection between the power cord and the adapter box to make sure that it is secure as well. Examine the power strip or backup battery source to make sure you have this turned on, if you don't have the printer's power cord plugged directly into an electrical outlet.
3. Press the 'Power' button again to turn on the printer. If the printer won't turn on, plug the power cord directly into an electrical out and turn on the printer.
4. Plug another device into the same electrical outlet to make sure the outlet is working correctly if you still can't turn on the printer. Move the printer to another room if it still does not work.
5. Click on the 'Print' option in the software program you use to print and select the F2400 in the pull-down menu. If you don't see the F2400 as your default printer, click 'Start' and select 'Devices and Printers.' Right-click the F2400 and click to place a check mark next to 'Set as default printer.'
6. Remove all of the paper from the input and output trays if the printer's 'Attention' light flashes. Open the printer's top cover and pull out any stuck pieces of paper, close the cover and load the paper back into the input tray.
How to Check Toner Levels in Canon Laser Printers
1. Click on the Start button and select 'Control Panel.'
2. Double-click on 'Printers and Other Hardwares.' Click on 'Printers and Faxes.' If you use Windows Vista or above, click on the Start menu and select 'Settings.' Click on 'Printers.'
3. Click on the icon of your Canon printer. Open the 'File' menu and select 'Printing Preferences.' This will open the 'Printer Properties' dialog box.
4. Click on the 'Maintenance' tab and hit the 'View Printer Status' button. This will show you the toner levels in your Canon laser printer. The '!' symbol appears when the tank is low. You can continue printing, but not for too long. This is a perfect indication for you to purchase a new toner. The 'X' refers to an empty tank which requires immediate replacement.
2. Double-click on 'Printers and Other Hardwares.' Click on 'Printers and Faxes.' If you use Windows Vista or above, click on the Start menu and select 'Settings.' Click on 'Printers.'
3. Click on the icon of your Canon printer. Open the 'File' menu and select 'Printing Preferences.' This will open the 'Printer Properties' dialog box.
4. Click on the 'Maintenance' tab and hit the 'View Printer Status' button. This will show you the toner levels in your Canon laser printer. The '!' symbol appears when the tank is low. You can continue printing, but not for too long. This is a perfect indication for you to purchase a new toner. The 'X' refers to an empty tank which requires immediate replacement.
How to Operate a Panasonic Typewriter (4 Steps)
1. Plug in the typewriter. If the typewriter is electronically operated, plug it into the wall socket and press the 'ON/OFF' switch on the left side of the machine. An indicator lamp will light when the typewriter is active.
2. Insert paper. Electric Panasonic typewriters automatically feed paper to line seven on the page. Place a clean sheet of A4 paper in the top of the typewriter and pull the paper bale release lever toward you. This lever is on the top of the machine at the back and to the left. If the typewriter is not electric, place paper in the top and turn the knob on the left side of the machine to wind paper to the chosen position.
3. Start typing. The keys on a Panasonic typewriter are arranged in the 'QWERTY' formation standard to most typewriters and computers. Some keys have additional symbols printed in the top right of the key. These characters can be printed by adjusting the 'KB1-KB2' switch. KB stands for Keyboard 1 and Keyboard 2 and the selector is located on the far right of the machine. KB1 mode prints the main characters printed on the keys, KB2 prints secondary characters. On standard, non-electric typewriters hold down the 'SHIFT' key to access secondary characters.
4. Familiarize yourself with the function keys. These keys are on the left and right of the standard 'QWERTY' set. Most keys will be familiar to computer users, such as 'Return', 'Tab' and 'Backspace.' Note that the backspace key is different to the delete key; backspace simply moves the typewriter back a character while delete, if available, will white-out or lift the last character entered.
2. Insert paper. Electric Panasonic typewriters automatically feed paper to line seven on the page. Place a clean sheet of A4 paper in the top of the typewriter and pull the paper bale release lever toward you. This lever is on the top of the machine at the back and to the left. If the typewriter is not electric, place paper in the top and turn the knob on the left side of the machine to wind paper to the chosen position.
3. Start typing. The keys on a Panasonic typewriter are arranged in the 'QWERTY' formation standard to most typewriters and computers. Some keys have additional symbols printed in the top right of the key. These characters can be printed by adjusting the 'KB1-KB2' switch. KB stands for Keyboard 1 and Keyboard 2 and the selector is located on the far right of the machine. KB1 mode prints the main characters printed on the keys, KB2 prints secondary characters. On standard, non-electric typewriters hold down the 'SHIFT' key to access secondary characters.
4. Familiarize yourself with the function keys. These keys are on the left and right of the standard 'QWERTY' set. Most keys will be familiar to computer users, such as 'Return', 'Tab' and 'Backspace.' Note that the backspace key is different to the delete key; backspace simply moves the typewriter back a character while delete, if available, will white-out or lift the last character entered.
How to Troubleshoot an Epson Projector (3 Steps)
1. Look at the indicator lights on the Epson projector. The indicator lights tell you a lot about the unit and help you determine the source of the problem. If you see an orange indicator light, there is a temperature problem. If the light is flashing orange, the unit is becoming too hot, and, when the orange light is steady, the projector has shut down to avoid damage from overheating. A red light means the lamp is burned out or defective.
2. Check to ensure the projector is not in standby mode if you do not see an image on the screen. Press the standby button to wake up the projector. If the video from your computer is still not reflecting on the projector screen, connect an external monitor to your computer to make sure you have good video from your computer. If there is good video from your computer, remove the monitor cable from the projector and the PC, and then firmly reattach them. Sometimes the cable comes loose, which causes the projector to lose the signal.
3. Use the focus feature on the projector if the picture is blurry or unclear. You may need to adjust the focus several times before the picture is right. If you are having trouble with the color on the projector, adjust the color on your computer. If this does not help, remove and then reattach the video cable--when the cable is loose, this causes problems with the display.
2. Check to ensure the projector is not in standby mode if you do not see an image on the screen. Press the standby button to wake up the projector. If the video from your computer is still not reflecting on the projector screen, connect an external monitor to your computer to make sure you have good video from your computer. If there is good video from your computer, remove the monitor cable from the projector and the PC, and then firmly reattach them. Sometimes the cable comes loose, which causes the projector to lose the signal.
3. Use the focus feature on the projector if the picture is blurry or unclear. You may need to adjust the focus several times before the picture is right. If you are having trouble with the color on the projector, adjust the color on your computer. If this does not help, remove and then reattach the video cable--when the cable is loose, this causes problems with the display.
How to Change the Default Settings for a Canon Printer Driver MP500
1. Click the 'Start' or 'Windows' button in the lower-left corner of the screen.
2. Select the 'Control Panel' option.
3. Double click the 'Printers' or 'Devices and Printers' option.
4. Right-click on the 'Canon MP500 Series Printer' icon, then select the 'Printing Preferences' option.
5. Click the tabs at the top of the window to navigate between the different categories of settings, then make any desired changes to the default printer driver settings in those categories.
6. Click the 'Apply' button at the bottom of the window to overwrite the default settings with your new changes. Click the 'OK' button to close the window.
2. Select the 'Control Panel' option.
3. Double click the 'Printers' or 'Devices and Printers' option.
4. Right-click on the 'Canon MP500 Series Printer' icon, then select the 'Printing Preferences' option.
5. Click the tabs at the top of the window to navigate between the different categories of settings, then make any desired changes to the default printer driver settings in those categories.
6. Click the 'Apply' button at the bottom of the window to overwrite the default settings with your new changes. Click the 'OK' button to close the window.
How to Make Greeting Cards in Photoshop
1. Open a new document in Photoshop by opening the program and selecting 'file' and 'new' on the toolbar on the top left of the page. After the file has been opened, the size of the page must be set to be half the size of a normal piece of paper, since it will be folded. Therefore, the page size should be 4.25 by 5.5 inches. Also, select a 0.25-inch border around the page
2. Select a background color. You can select any background color you like, but many people choose to go with white because it allows them to add color to the elements on the page. For those who want to use white, nothing needs to be done in this step. To create a background of a different color, go to the toolbar and navigate to 'view' and select 'colors.' Choose a color for the background by selecting any of the colors that appear in the palette.
3. Make a new page by pressing 'Ctrl' and 'N' together. Make the page the same size as the page opened in Step 1. In the layers palette, click on this page and name it 'Inside.' This will be the part of the card that will be the inside of the card.
4. Bring the Background page to the front by clicking anywhere on it. Insert text, an image or both. For text, select the textbox tool in the toolbox on the left-hand side of the page. Draw a box by dragging this tool most of the way across the page and about a quarter down the page. The greeting card message of 'Congratulations,' 'Merry Christmas,' 'Happy Birthday' and the like will be placed here.
Type the words desired into this box. Use the font viewer in the toolbar to change the font size and style to suit the card.
Insert an image by selecting the image box tool from the tool box and drawing a box where the image will be placed on the page. Then navigate to 'edit' and then 'place image' to put the image where it belongs. Select the arrow tool from the tool box to increase or decrease the image size by dragging on a corner.
5. Create the inside of the card by inserting text and images as you please. Follow the process outlined in the previous Step. Remember that when drawing text boxes and image boxes, that there should be alignment on the page. Scattered text and images will make the page appear messy.
6. Print the pages one at a time. The first page printed should be the Background page. After this page has been printed, insert the page back into the printer and print the 'inside' page. This will allow the card to come out as one element instead of two pieces of paper. Fold the card, place in an envelope and send.
2. Select a background color. You can select any background color you like, but many people choose to go with white because it allows them to add color to the elements on the page. For those who want to use white, nothing needs to be done in this step. To create a background of a different color, go to the toolbar and navigate to 'view' and select 'colors.' Choose a color for the background by selecting any of the colors that appear in the palette.
3. Make a new page by pressing 'Ctrl' and 'N' together. Make the page the same size as the page opened in Step 1. In the layers palette, click on this page and name it 'Inside.' This will be the part of the card that will be the inside of the card.
4. Bring the Background page to the front by clicking anywhere on it. Insert text, an image or both. For text, select the textbox tool in the toolbox on the left-hand side of the page. Draw a box by dragging this tool most of the way across the page and about a quarter down the page. The greeting card message of 'Congratulations,' 'Merry Christmas,' 'Happy Birthday' and the like will be placed here.
Type the words desired into this box. Use the font viewer in the toolbar to change the font size and style to suit the card.
Insert an image by selecting the image box tool from the tool box and drawing a box where the image will be placed on the page. Then navigate to 'edit' and then 'place image' to put the image where it belongs. Select the arrow tool from the tool box to increase or decrease the image size by dragging on a corner.
5. Create the inside of the card by inserting text and images as you please. Follow the process outlined in the previous Step. Remember that when drawing text boxes and image boxes, that there should be alignment on the page. Scattered text and images will make the page appear messy.
6. Print the pages one at a time. The first page printed should be the Background page. After this page has been printed, insert the page back into the printer and print the 'inside' page. This will allow the card to come out as one element instead of two pieces of paper. Fold the card, place in an envelope and send.
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