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Chapter 9: Printers
9.0 Printers
9.0.1 Introduction
9.0.1.1 Introduction
9.1 Common Printer Features
9.1.1 Characteristics and Capabilities
9.1.1.1 Characteristics and Capabilities of Printers
9.1.1.2 Wired Printer Connection Types
9.2 Types of Printers
9.2.1 Printer Types
9.2.1.1 Inkjet Printers
9.2.1.2 Laser Printers
9.2.1.3 Thermal Printers
9.2.1.4 Impact Printers
9.3 Installing and Configuring Printers
9.3.1 Installing and Updating Device Drivers, Firmware, and RAM
9.3.1.1 Installing a Printer
9.3.1.2 Lab - Install a Printer in Windows 7
9.3.1.3 Lab - Install a Printer in Windows Vista
9.3.1.4 Lab - Install a Printer in Windows XP
9.3.1.5 Types of Print Drivers
9.3.1.6 Updating and Installing Print Drivers
9.3.1.7 Printer Test Page
9.3.2 Configuring Options and Default Settings
9.3.2.1 Common Configuration Settings
9.3.2.2 Global and Individual Document Options
9.3.3 Optimizing Printer Performance
9.3.3.1 Software Optimization
9.3.3.2 Hardware Optimization
9.4 Sharing Printers
9.4.1 Operating System Settings for Sharing a Printer
9.4.1.1 Configuring Printer Sharing
9.4.1.2 Wireless Printer Connections
9.4.2 Print Servers
9.4.2.1 Purposes of Print Servers
9.4.2.2 Hardware, Dedicated, and Computer Shared Print Servers
9.4.2.3 Lab - Share a Printer in Windows 7
9.4.2.4 Lab - Share a Printer in Windows Vista
9.4.2.5 Lab - Share a Printer in Windows XP
9.5 Preventive Maintenance Techniques for Printers
9.5.1 Printer Preventive Maintenance
9.5.1.1 Vendor Guidelines
9.5.1.2 Replacing Consumables
9.5.1.3 Cleaning Methods
9.5.1.4 Operational Environment
9.5.1.5 Worksheet - Search for Certified Printer Technician Jobs
9.6 Basic Troubleshooting Process for Printers
9.6.1 Applying the Troubleshooting Process to Printers
9.6.1.1 Identify the Problem
9.6.1.2 Establish a Theory of Probable Cause
9.6.1.3 Test the Theory to Determine Cause
9.6.1.4 Establish a Plan of Action to Resolve the Problem and Implement the Solution
9.6.1.5 Verify Full System Functionality and Implement Preventative Measures
9.6.1.6 Document Findings, Actions, and Outcomes
9.6.2 Common Problems and Solutions for Printers
9.6.2.1 Identify Common Problems and Solutions
9.7 Printers
9.7.1 Summary
9.7.1.1 Summary
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