OK, I got it this time and it works, thanks! I just didn't comprehend the first time.
I guess this whole problem boiled down to the fact that I overlooked parallel printer support under character devices. Thanks for all your help. David >i told you what options to select.. > >[general setup] >parallel port >pc style hardware(didnt tel you this one before but its pretty clear :) ) > >[character devices] >parallel printer support > >recompile reboot and try again .. > >nate