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to: MIKE RUSKAI
from: STEVE MCCRYSTAL
date: 1998-04-01 19:13:00
subject: Bidirectional parallel p

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In a msg of , Mike Ruskai writes to Steve Mccrystal:
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Mike,
 SM>> Can I assume that the above files provide *generic* support
 SM>> for bidirectional printers? I got the files (actually I've
 SM>> had them for quite some time (about the year you mentioned),
 SM>> but when I install them with my port set to either EPP or
 SM>> ECP the printer isn't found, and if I open the printer
 SM>> object it tells me just that.  The driver loads fine with no
 SM>> complaints, tho.
 MR> What kind of printer?  I've found that my HP LaserJet loves the
 MR> EPP/ECP port, but my DeskJet can't handle anything beyond
 MR> standard bidirectional (it's interface isn't designed for it).
An Epson Stylus Color 600 inkjet.  The only thing that seems to work is the 
SPP (Standard P-Port) setting in the bios settings.  The printer is supposed 
to be IEEE-1284 compliant, at least that's what the specs say.
I know the bios isn't supposed to be used once OS/2 is booted, but I assume 
*this* setting is still important.
I'd sure like to get it working!
-[Steve]-
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