The Linux Printing Usage HOWTO: Troubleshooting

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## 6. Troubleshooting

This section covers some common things that can go wrong with your printing system.

If your printer doesn't work:

- Do other print jobs work? (application problem?)
- Is lpd running? (check it using lpc) (print controller?)
- Can root send something directly to the printer? (print services?)
- Can you print from DOS? (cable/printer problem?)

Answering these questions can help find a solution.

Send other suggestions for this section to <markk@auratek.com>.

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