

Turn off the DMA channel assigned to the port and use the same hardware configuration that the current port is assigned. You must disable the DMA channel, which will cause the parallel port to change to EPP mode. Exit out of the computer setup, making sure you save the changes.Ĭompaq computers with Compaq BIOS (setup) will not allow you to change the parallel port settings.The parallel port mode settings may be located in the Advanced Settings section, Peripherals, Communication or Input/Output sections.


Please see the tables below for the key to access the BIOS setup for many common computer brands. When you first power on your computer, hit the appropriate key for your computer or BIOS manufacturer. Follow the instructions below to put your parallel port in EPP mode. If you need to purchase a computer with a built-in parallel port, please contact Carlson Design. If you do not have a built-in parallel port, you will need to use a different computer. To run your plotter using PM32 or PMXPv, you must have a built-in parallel port, and you must configure the parallel port for EPP mode. Service, Software, Systems, Uncategorized,
