HP Color LaserJet 4600 Printer series - Manual (Page 67)

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Parallel configuration
The HP Color LaserJet 4600 printer supports network and parallel
connections at the same time. A parallel connection is made by
connecting the printer to the computer using a bidirectional parallel
cable (IEEE-1284 compliant) with a c-connector plugged into the
printer’s parallel port. The cable can be a maximum of 10 meters
(30 feet) long.
When used to describe a parallel interface, the term bidirectional
indicates that the printer is able to both receive data from the
computer and send data to the computer through the parallel port.
Parallel port connection
1. c-connector
2. parallel port
Note To use the enhanced capabilities of the bidirectional parallel interface
such as bidirectional communication between the computer and
printer, faster transfer of data, and automatic configuration of printer
drivers, ensure that the most recent printer driver is installed. For more
information, see
Printer drivers .
Note Factory settings support automatic switching between the parallel port
and one or more network connections on the printer. If you are
experiencing problems, see
Network configuration .
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