Article: Q104180
Product(s): Microsoft Windows NT
Version(s): 3.1 3.5 3.51
Operating System(s):
Keyword(s): kbprint kbPrinting
Last Modified: 07-SEP-2001
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The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Windows NT Server version 3.1
- Microsoft Windows NT Workstation version 3.1
- Microsoft Windows NT Advanced Server, version 3.1
- Microsoft Windows NT Workstation versions 3.5, 3.51
- Microsoft Windows NT Server versions 3.5, 3.51
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SYMPTOMS
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The following error message may appear when trying to print under Windows NT or
Windows NT Advanced Server:
Error writing to LPT1:
The system cannot find the file specified.
Do you wish to retry or cancel the job?
NOTE: This problem may occur with communications ports as well (COM1: for
example).
CAUSE
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The above error message may appear when the CMOS settings are not correctly set
for your local print port. Even if a local print port is disabled in your
computer CMOS settings, Windows NT still allows you to install and share a local
printer.
RESOLUTION
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To resolve the error, activate the print port in your CMOS settings. See your
computer documentation for details.
Additional query words: prodnt COM1 COM COMM
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Version : 3.1 3.5 3.51
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