Microsoft KB Archive/824976

= Cannot Print from Virtual PC =

Article ID: 824976

Article Last Modified on 2/5/2007

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APPLIES TO


 * Connectix Virtual PC for Mac 5.0
 * Connectix Virtual PC for Mac 6.0
 * Microsoft Virtual PC for Mac Version 6.1

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SYMPTOMS
When you try to print from a virtual machine with Virtual PC, you receive a message that states that you must first install and select a printer.



RESOLUTION
In Virtual PC, the default option is to use a USB printer. By using a USB printer and the correct printer driver, you can maximize the functionality and fidelity of your printer. You must first install the drivers for your USB printer by using the manufacturer's instructions.

If you use an older serial printer or a non-Microsoft Windows networked laser printer instead of a USB printer, you must install the correct emulated drivers. For more information about how to print in Virtual PC, see the &quot;How to Print Using Virtual PC&quot; topic in Virtual PC Help.



STATUS
Microsoft has confirmed that this is a problem in the Microsoft products that are listed at the beginning of this article.

Additional query words: virtualpc virtual pc print printer printing error

Keywords: kbprb KB824976

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