Saturday, January 16, 2010

How to Fix Printer Error 40

Error code 40 Problem: " Data Transfer Error " error message

Possible Cause and Solutions:

•Make sure computer and printer are set to the same baud rates. Reset as needed.
•Is the computer powered off!
•Check the MIO card, remove, clean contacts, reinstall. Replace if defective
•An abnormal connection break may have occurred during data transfer - Press Continue or Go to clear this error message.
•Windows XP, click Start and then click Control Panel. Click Printers And Other Hardware and Printers And Faxes. In the Printers And Faxes window, from the File menu, click Server Properties, then click the Drivers tab. This shows the settings in your printer's driver. Compare the settings in this dialog box with the ideal settings in your printer's manual. If you see a discrepancy in these settings, the printer may simply need a new driver and delete old one. You can download printer drivers from the printer manufacturer's Web site.

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