User GuideIM 7000/8000/9000

Connecting an IEEE 1284 Cable

You can use an IEEE 1284 interface cable to connect the machine to a computer.

Use an IEEE 1284 cable whose performance is guaranteed on the host computer and has a length of 5 m (197 inches) or shorter.

Important

1Turn off the power of the computer.

2Turn off the power of the machine.

Confirm that the main power indicator on the control panel is turned off.

Turning On and Off the Power

Operation panel screen illustration

3Connect the IEEE 1284 interface cable to the IEEE 1284 interface of the machine.

illustration of connecting the IEEE 1284 interface cable

You might have to use a conversion adapter to connect the cable to the interface of the machine.

4Connect the IEEE 1284 interface cable to the computer.

5Turn on the power of the machine.

6Turn on the power of the computer.

When the computer is turned on, the installation screen of the printer driver may be displayed in Windows. In this case, click [Cancel] on the screen.