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General => Computers / Internet => Topic started by: grotbag on January 24, 2011, 19:03:18

Title: Printer problems !!
Post by: grotbag on January 24, 2011, 19:03:18
HI all,I have ben asked if i can sort out someones comp/printer problem.( printer wont  print from computer,but will print a copy).He is on vista which i havent used !I think he has about 20 items in a queue ,could this be causing the trouble.Any help greatly appreciated
Title: Re: Printer problems !!
Post by: Larkshall on January 24, 2011, 20:15:39
I would suggest clearing the queue and starting again.
Title: Re: Printer problems !!
Post by: pumkinlover on January 24, 2011, 20:25:11
If that doesn't work on its own try switching off and then on again.
That is the sum total of my knowledge and advice on computers! ;)
Title: Re: Printer problems !!
Post by: archiesdad on January 24, 2011, 21:04:05
I'm no expert, but would suggest click on the windows icon (usually on the bottom of the computer screen), click on "printers and devices", then check the printer queue and delete the document that's at the top of the queue, or delete everything in the queue. Happens with out printer at work, usually when several people are trying to print lots at the same time, the printer memory gets overloaded and jams.  Hope this helps
Title: Re: Printer problems !!
Post by: rugbypost on January 24, 2011, 21:15:56
I,m only a beginer but has he downloaded  the disk to get a connection from his computer  to the PC  or you can reinsert the disc  cancel the programe and  then reinstale it
Title: Re: Printer problems !!
Post by: Tulipa on January 24, 2011, 21:30:13
I would try Rugbypost's suggestion, also when he clicks 'print' it then asks you to 'select printer' on mine, does he need to make sure he has the correct one selected, or go into the control panel and select a default printer?

Just a thought, good luck sorting it.

Do you have any kittens at the moment?  :)

T.
Title: Re: Printer problems !!
Post by: grotbag on January 25, 2011, 19:29:07
thanx for the replies am going round tomorow to have a look at it . Tulippa we think 1 of the cats is pregnant ,but not 100% sure at the moment.
Title: Re: Printer problems !!
Post by: macmac on January 25, 2011, 20:10:05
Quote from: grotbag on January 25, 2011, 19:29:07
thanx for the replies am going round tomorow to have a look at it . Tulippa we think 1 of the cats is pregnant ,but not 100% sure at the moment.
;D ;D ;D (shouldn't the last bit be in kept animals ?) ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Printer problems !!
Post by: dtw on January 25, 2011, 23:46:57
Check that the cable is still connected, as the copy function will work regardless of whether it is or not.
Title: Re: Printer problems !!
Post by: grotbag on January 26, 2011, 17:51:36
thanx all,got it sorted now deleted 30 items in the queue and it all ok now.