On 8/2/07, Gilbert Sebenste <sebenste@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote: [...] > > If you get a test page, then you know at least the printer is > > functioning and properly connected. Next, I'd probably stop the > > "hplip" service, restart CUPS and see if the parallel port is then > > offered. Or use the CUPS web interface (http://localhost:631). > > All fail, even though it "sees" it, obviously. The printer state says > "Ready" in the window. I tried a new cable, that didn't work, either. > I tried a different machine...nada. http://www.google.com/products?q=HP+LaserJet+4000N Seriously, since you tried another machine and another cable it seems that the fault lies with the printer. Try going through the menus - look for something like "print event log" in the "information" menu. My 5000N just spit out a list of paper jams, but maybe there's a clue in yours. Chris