HP Deskjet 832c Printer - Manual (Page 94)

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Frequently Asked Questions About
USB (Universal Serial Bus)
What is USB?
Universal Serial Bus (USB) makes it easy to connect devices to your computer
without having to open your PC. USB uses a standard port and plug combination
for connecting devices like printers, modems, scanners, and digital cameras. It also
offers the benefit of being able to easily add, remove, and move devices.
USB is an option to customers who want to print from Windows 98 across the USB
cable. If your computer’s USB port is enabled and properly set up, you can connect
your HP DeskJet printer to it or to a chain of USB devices via a USB cable.
How can I determine if my computer’s USB port is enabled?
First, follow the installation instructions on page 12. If you don’t see the Add New
Hardware Wizard screen after connecting your printer to your computer, perform
these steps:
1 In Windows 98, select Start ➙ Settings ➙ Control Panel .
2 Double-click the System icon.
3 Click the Device Manager tab.
4 Click the plus ( + ) icon before the Universal Serial Bus Controller item.
If you see a USB host controller and a USB root hub listed, USB is probably
enabled. If you have multiple hubs on the USB chain, try connecting your printer to
a different hub or to another USB device. Also, make sure the cable connections are
firm. (USB hubs are hardware devices into which you can plug multiple USB cables.)
If you do not see these devices listed, refer to your computer’s documentation or
contact the manufacturer for more information on enabling and setting up USB.
Remember, you can always use a parallel cable to connect your printer’s parallel
port to your computer.
Note:
This option is only available in Windows 98.
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