Cables have limitations as to length. You seem to have exceeded the limit
with yours. I'd suggest using it without the extension.
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Cari (MS-MVP)
Windows Technologies - Printing & Imaging
http://www.coribright.com/windows
"WandaLL" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
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> When I try to print using a extension cable I get an error message in
> the Printer Status field. This did not use to happen. It just started
> out of the clear blue and I have no idea how to fix it. If I use the
> regular printer cable I have no problem. I am using a Lenovo laptop
> connected to an HP Printer.
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> I truly need help. I do a lot of printing.
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> Thanks,
> Wanda...
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> WandaLL