I suggested Notepad to avoid the complexities introduced by printing from
complex word processors such as Word. Everyone has Notepad since it is
supplied with every version of Windows. Look in Start Programs Accessories.

Have a look in control Panel system Hardware Device Manager to see if
the USB port is marked with a red X or yellow !.

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Tom
MSMVP 1998-2007

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On Jan 7, 9:32 am, "Tom Ferguson" wrote:
What application are you using to print? Try creating and printing a
document in Notepad. The document need not be long. Just one printable
character would be enough, for example.

Let us know.

Tom
MSMVP 1998-2007

"Moby" wrote in message

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Thanks. I'm not familiar with "Notepad" and not sure that I have it -
in looking at "Add/Remove Programs", I don't see it there. I did,
however, create a document in Microsoft Word and tried to print. The
same thing happened - printer made all the usual noises as if
operating O.K. - but ejects the page with nothing on it!




I am running a Lexmark Z45 printer with Windows 98SE and the printer
has
started printing only blank pages. I have checked out all of Lexmarks
troubleshooting tips and also downloaded their updated driver - still no
joy
! Windows does not seem to be communicating properly with the printer.
Any
ideas out there?

Thanks

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