HP LaserJet 6pmp Printer series - Manual (Page 18)

Choosing a Printer Connection
The following descriptions will help you choose the correct connection
to use between the computer and printer.
N o t e 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:
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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:
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Connecting to a Macintosh, or Macintosh-compatible, computer. See
page 1-11 for installation instructions.
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Connecting to a LocalTalk network. See Appendix C for installation
instructions.
Infrared Port
Use this port when:
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Printing from an IrDA-compliant device, such as a laptop or
notebook computer. For more information on infrared printing, see
page 3-16.
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