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Printer Not Accepting Characters Caused By Mo
DocumentID: 634117
Revision Date: 29-Feb-96 3:03:33 PM

The information in this document applies to:
WordPerfect® 5.1 for DOS

Problem

Solutions: The mode command: mode lpt1:,,p seems to cause a problem when printing from WordPerfect 5.1. I have helped two users with the HP LaserJet IIP printer that had this mode command in the AUTOEXEC.BAT file. In printer control it says "printer not accepting characters" and the printer will not print at DOS. When the mode command is removed then the printer will print using the LPT1 port in WP. This mode command would be something to check for if getting a "printer not accepting characters" error.

When using an IBM 386 or compatible computer, removing the Mode command can also correct locking keyboard or slow printing problems.

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