After connecting a new printer to a Windows XP Home computer via a USB cable, the user
complains that the computer recognized the new device but the printer still will not function. What
is the most likely cause?
A.
The printer is connected to the wrong port.
B.
The device drivers are not installed.
C.
The computer must be rebooted
D.
The printer is not compatible with Windows XP.
Explanation:
If Windows XP doesn’t contain drivers for the new printer it will ask for it when it is connected.
Unless the correct device drivers are provided the device will not function properly.