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JSI Tip 4626. How do I enable enable the Plug and Play feature on devices that use a parallel port?

If you have a non-printer parallel port device, you can enable the Plug and Play feature in Windows 2000 and Windows XP:

1. Right-click My Computer and press Manage.

2. Double-click Device Manager.

3. Double-click Ports.

4. Double-click the parallel port that is connected to the non-printer device.

5. Select the Port Settings tab.

6. Check the Enable legacy Plug and Play detection box and press OK.

7. When prompted, restart your computer.


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