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CONNECTING THE INTERFACE CABLE
This unit includes both USB and parallel interface connectors.
Interface cables for connecting the unit to your computer are not included with this
unit. Please purchase the appropriate cable for your computer.
Connecting the USB interface cable
1
Obtain a shielded USB interface cable.
2
Insert the cable into the USB interface
connector located on the rear of the
unit.
3
Insert the other end of the cable into the interface connector of
your computer, or the USB hub connected to your computer.
Connecting the parallel interface cable
1
Obtain an IEEE1284 shielded parallel interface cable.
2
Ensure that your computer and unit are turned off.
3
Insert the cable into the parallel
interface connector located on the
rear of the unit, and fasten with
clasps.
4
Insert the other end of the cable into
the interface connector of your computer.
•
If you intend to use the unit as a scanner, it must be connected
to your computer with a USB interface cable. The scanner
function cannot be used if the unit is connected with a parallel
cable.
•
USB is available with a PC/AT compatible computer that was
originally equipped with USB and had Windows 98, Windows Me,
Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Professional or Windows
XP Home Edition preinstalled.
•
Do not connect the interface cable before installing the MFP driver.
The interface cable should be connected during installation of the
MFP driver. (p.21)
