How can I use the USB port for a printer?

Bernie Klinder, LabMice.net

Published: 22 Jul 2004

How can I use the USB port for a printer?
First, make sure your Printer is connected to your PC via a USB cable. Then plug one end of the USB cable into your printer and the other end into your PC.

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