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Re: Parallel Ports
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Peter Byrnes <[log in to unmask]>
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Tue, 3 Mar 1998 17:28:30 +1000
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> Marc wrote:
> Can you damage a computer by disconnecting/reconnecting the
> printer cable (on the computer end) while the computer is on.  I think
> you can, but others are arguing with me.

I know of a specific instance where this can occur with the
combination of a Compaq Armada 4100 and a HP DeskJet 400.
I assume there are others, but I don't know why.

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Peter Byrnes
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Downs MicroSystems
Toowoomba, Qld, Australia
www.downsmicro.com.au

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