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Ron Clarke wrote:
>
> I did "lpr nnn.ps", and got no response at all except 
> the command prompt back.
> 
> And lpq said "no entries".  

OK, it's time to get methodical.  Until we figure out the
problem, start lpd with the -l parameter.  That reports to
the system logger -- but first you need to turn it on:
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syslogd
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Then you will able to read the messages from lpd:
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cat  /var/log/messages
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Before trying to print, check that your printer device is
installed:
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cat /proc/parport/0/devices
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It should say: lp.  If not, something is wrong with your insmods.

Then try printing a .ps as before, except turn the printer
off before you do.  That should queue the file.  Then execute 
lpq to see if the file is queued.  Check /var/log/messages to 
see what feedback there is from lpd.

Cheers,
Steven