There are a number of utilities that will test this for you. If you have
any version of Norton Utilities there is a DOS program called NDIAGS that
will do it. A freeware program called DIAG will give you some reports
http://nospin.com/rode/rode109.html but to really test them you will need a
loop back plug. This will depend on what level of diagnostics you wish to
perform.
m


>Is there a programme or routine which would enable me with the
>help of a multimeter to test the parrallel port?
>
>If the particular physical parrallel socket on the MB isn't working
>properly, is there a work-round apart from slinging the MB and
>buying a new one?
>
>Thanks in advance,   Neil Taylor

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