dot matrix printer problem?

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chyigang2002 asked:

i have a panasonic kx-p1121 dot matrix printer which i’ve been using for 3 years, and recently it just donesnt print any document at all(word,excel,notepad,dos,test prints).i’ve done the following but still problem persist,please help me on this
-restart the printer(turning the power off for 10 seconds)
-restart the computer
-replace the parallel printer cable with new ones
-reinstalling the printer drivers
-checking the ports settings in printers and BIOS
- cables are securely connected
-online button is pressed

everytime i try to print, it sends the signal to the printer and it says”documents failed to print”, when i restart my computer with the printer on, the printer does moves, and the status for that printer is alwys ready,(no matter it’s on or off)
what else could possibly be faulty??

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One Response to 'dot matrix printer problem?'

  1. Mike B - August 21st, 2009 at 11:43 pm

    The printer its self is the problem.

    Check the setup of the printer first using the manual that came with it.

    Next access the value of the printer because printer repair services are around $85 per hour plus parts.

    You may want to replace it.


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