Brother HL 1270N - Manual (Page 81)

CHAPTER 4 TROUBLESHOOTING
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Other
Problem Recommendation
The printer cannot print.
“There was an error writing to
LPT1: (or BRUSB) for the
printer.” error message appears
on your PC.
•
Check that the printer cable is not damaged or broken.
•
If you have an interface switching device, make sure the correct
printer is selected.
For DOS users
Problem Recommendation
Unable to print from
application software.
•
Check that the DOS application software interface settings
match that of your printer : for example, if you are using a
parallel printer cable, you would most likely set your DOS
software printer port to LPT1.
•
Check if the printer has any printer alarms.
•
Check if the appropriate printer is selected in your application
software.