[ILUG] 64 bit linux / old hardware

[keith]

> From: Gerard Cunningham <lists at faduda.net>
> Subject: [ILUG] 64 bit linux / old hardware
> To: ilug at linux.ie
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> I have a new computer running 64bit linux (Ubuntu 9.10), on which
> everything works fine except for a printer (HP Photosmart 7960). Any
> attempt to print results in an error message, usually that the device is
> not attached, and sometimes an offert to troubleshoot. The
> troubleshooting wizard is no help though, it generally just spins its
> wheels for hours without any suggestions.
>
> I did some googling, and as a result made sure the latest version of
> hplip is installed, but that's the extent of my skills n this.
>
> Any suggestions for what to try next, or are there any logs I can look
> to post here to help track down the problem?


what does lsusb show?

are you using cups?

try using the other USB port..   it seems that the rear one is USB 1.1 
the front one is USB 2.0?