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Offline Bernie

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« Reply #15 on: June 21, 2003, 12:15:04 AM »
Hey there Mrs Lop. I think Kelly's advice is good about learning the basics first. But you might have importance now about the need of printing.  Just hang in there, Relax. Don't let the Mac intimidate you. Just remember one thing at a time. TS is here to help you smile.gif
Did you set your date and time in the "Date and Time control panel" ??
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« Reply #16 on: June 21, 2003, 04:40:26 AM »
MrsLop, Howdy!  Nice to meet you too.

When you were gifted with the printer, was it working?  Is it the computer telling you "paper misfeed" or is it the light(s) on the printer?

Paper jams are sometimes a symptom of other problems unsure.gif but read these

http://fixyourownprinter.com/printer/1/156.html

http://fixyourownprinter.com/printer/1/656.html

http://fixyourownprinter.com/printer/3/2103.html

http://fixyourownprinter.com/printer/5/4721.html

I'll be gone for a day or two, (More bowling!!!) but will check in on Monday.

Double check your connections, unplug, replug. Go to Control Panels>Appletalk and turn it off, or set it to connect via Remote only, the 320 doesn't use AT.
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« Reply #17 on: June 21, 2003, 09:36:30 AM »
Hello Dreambird,
I have a very stubborn streak, that I thought was gone.  I can get very focused and just refuse to be bested by a "machine." In the end, I employed a "Sherlock Holmes" attitude, and used reasoning and minute observation to aid me.  Since I have been having trouble with getting into the TS Forum, I needed to try to work things out on my own, with a few pointers from some TS members. I had to think like a Printer Driver.  It seemed to work.
No problem, BTW your being distracted, after the events of the last several days, I can truly understand...I just miss hearing from you is all.   thanx.gif
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« Reply #18 on: June 21, 2003, 09:46:36 AM »
Hello beacher,

I agree with you. Gee, I always loved Fairy Tales and fables...

I never begrudge anyone making a living in the computer field, or elsewhere.  I just cannot afford to help them earn it!  

I am really happy to have found TS, to help me in my own adventures.


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« Reply #19 on: June 21, 2003, 09:56:43 AM »
Hello kriss,

Well, I don't have any buttons on the LaserWriter 320.  I have to unplug it every time I use it.  I don't have a manual, either.  That is what makes for the "adventures" part in:  "The Adventures of MrsLop in Mac Land,"
to make matters worse, I had not been very successful in getting on the TS Forum to even look at the help that was written in some of the replies.  Remember our conversation from the other night.  Yes, that's WebTV / MSN for you..
I just wanted to say  thanx.gif Stay tuned -
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« Reply #20 on: June 21, 2003, 10:10:54 AM »
Well Hello Bernie,

I hope that you have gotten some rest!

Yes, I set the time and date functions, first thing.
I got lots of practice at setting the time and date on the "old" mac that I was given.  I even learned how to change the PRAM Battery and look at how it was set up before your gift arrived.

Until every piece is set into place, I will find it pretty hard to relax.

I am still trying to learn the Basics.  I will in my "adventures" probably get myself into things I don't understand as yet, just to get some practical things done.
Take printing for example...
I'm just glad you're here to reassure me.

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« Reply #21 on: June 21, 2003, 10:38:29 AM »
Hello Again, jepinto,

I realize you may not see this reply until Monday, however, the links to that site were very, very helpful.  

Now, about bowling: I tried bowling once, I lobbed the ball, which then proceeded to land in the alley NEXT to mine!
I am so thankful that I didn't hurt anyone or anything.  That was another of my "adventures!"

I hope you have a wonderful trip and enjoy!

Stay tuned - let "us" know all about your trip when you return. thanx.gif
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« Reply #22 on: June 21, 2003, 10:49:17 AM »
Dear All,

I just wanted you to know that the effects of the Radiation Treatment are starting to take their toll.  I find myself very tired of late.  My treatment schedule has been change to mid mornings, leaving me very tired by late afternoon.

**If you post in the evenings and don't see a
 reply, please note that I will attempt to reply by the next day.  I find myself unable to stay awake beyond 8 or 9 PM
I hope that this is just a temporary adjustment that my body needs to make.
I'll keep you posted and thank you for your patience.
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« Reply #23 on: June 21, 2003, 12:01:18 PM »
Mrs. L. Please don't worry about replying to posts. smile.gif

We all are used to waiting days even for replies.

It's kind of like the old Pony Express sometimes.

Please post only when you feel ok.

Don't worry about us. Just take care of yourself. smile.gif
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« Reply #24 on: June 21, 2003, 12:32:33 PM »
clap.gif Well it's "the man" himself,

Good Afternoon kelly,

The faster I go, the behinder I get...

I am working around the WebTV / MSN problem to get to the TS Forum, but at least I can get here - for right now.

Thursday, I had to get
"vampired." that is my not so polite description of having my blood work done.  Now, I have veins that are sometimes very stingy they just seem to disappear.  The woman who was "vampiring" me missed the vein entirely.  Oouch!  So, I got vampired twice - both times it hurt.  Yes, I do get weary.  I have posted an explanation so that everyone is on the same page about where MrsLop is.  I wouldn't want Bill to have to go and post an inquiry as to my whereabouts.  Worse yet, to see my image on the side of a Milk Carton
with the question " Have you seen this woman...?   LOL.  
I am going to try to get my rest and   I won't worry about things - after all, you are still here!
Thanks for your concern, I really appreciate that.   thanx.gif
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« Reply #25 on: June 21, 2003, 04:44:56 PM »
clap.gif  thanx.gif

The award for the best link of the day goes to...
jepinto

I am a very contented woman.  Through the link
fixyourprinter.com, I was able to get some other tips about my printer.  It seems there was a very flimsy pin which had popped out of it's holder.  The Blue button tip helped me to get my
printer to feed the paper out of the top thereby ending the constant sound of the Star Trek like voice saying: "excuse me, your printer LaserWriter 320 has  paper misfeed."
What had been happening was, the errant pin was supposed to hold the feed in a different position than what it was, and the Blue Button was in the correct feed up mode, I think, but I'not sure, that the misfeeding made the paper either curl, causing a real misfeed; or pop the back door open which caused the light to come on, as though it were a real paper misfeed.  Whatever it was, MrsLop (alias, Mrs Fixit) is happy to say the printer is now behaving reasonably well and has printed it's 7425 sheet.  
Thank you jepinto for the best link of the day! thanx.gif
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« Reply #26 on: June 21, 2003, 10:09:24 PM »
Way to go, Myrna! (and Jennie!) (and WHAT would we do without the internet???) biggrin.gif

Sometimes it IS the *%$#@ hardware afterall. wink.gif
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« Reply #27 on: June 21, 2003, 11:33:45 PM »
LOL smile.gif   clap.gif
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« Reply #28 on: June 21, 2003, 11:42:25 PM »
Very  B)  Myrna... glad you have it working, so now you can get some rest... yes?

I do know what you mean though... I too am one of those who can't stand when something is not working right and will usually ignore everything to get it fixed...

I'm lucky right now, I hate to mention it too often for fear of jinxing myself, but this Pismo PB and OS9.1 has been so good and stable for me...  unsure.gif  *fingers crossed**...
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« Reply #29 on: June 22, 2003, 04:53:56 PM »
Now you've done it Dreambird!  wacko.gif

Way to go Mrs Lop. Yeah, you had a good link, but you did the work.

This is how it goes at TS. I've benefited from many links, tips, and a packaged
"early Christmas present" myself.
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