HP C3982A User Manual - Page 18
Choosing a Printer Connection
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1 Printer Setup Note Choosing a Printer Connection The following descriptions will help you choose the correct connection to use between the computer and printer. No printer cables are included in the package contents. See ordering information starting on page 2-20 for HP recommended printer cables. Large Parallel Port (B on preceding page) Use this port when: • Connecting to an IBM, or IBM-compatible, computer. • Your parallel cable has a standard length (up to three meters) with a B-type (large) end. See page 1-10 for installation instructions. Small Parallel Port (C on preceding page) Use this port when: • Connecting to an IBM, or IBM-compatible, computer. • Your parallel cable is longer than three meters (up to ten meters) with a C-type (small) end. See page 1-10 for installation instructions. LocalTalk Port (A on preceding page) Use this port when: • Connecting to a Macintosh, or Macintosh-compatible, computer. See page 1-11 for installation instructions. • Connecting to a LocalTalk network. See Appendix C for installation instructions. Infrared Port Use this port when: • Printing from an IrDA-compliant device, such as a laptop or notebook computer. For more information on infrared printing, see page 3-16. EN Printer Setup 1-9
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