Q: LASERWRITER 8500
Hi
I needed print the service page using the test page button
Now, each time I switch on the printer it prints the informative page.
How to turn off it?
I use a PM with MacOs 10,4,1
Sorry for my english.
Thanks
Posted on May 25, 2011 5:44 AM
Franko,
The original software for controlling that printer was called Apple Printer Utility. It ran under OS 9. Before that was LaserWriter Utility. If you run Classic, you can run the utility software and instruct the page not to print. If you have opened up the printer and pressed the technician's service button to change settings, reverse that process. Press the button again and see if that will reset your start up page. Also, try unplugging the printer for one minute to discharge capacitors.
I do not have the tech manual handy to give the logic sequence for that button.
This is an old discussion that addresses the lack of OS X utilities that replace Apple Printer Utility.
https://discussions.apple.com/message/4332573#4332573
If you have access to an old G3 or Quadra, plug the printer into it and change the settings. No easy fix unless someone has gone to the trouble since 2007.
Jim~
Posted on May 25, 2011 6:43 AM
