Use Guide - Appendix C: Printer Memory and Expansion: a) Printer Memory and Expansion, b) Printer Commands, c) Regulatory Information, d) Index

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Appendix C Printer memory and expansion 197

Overview

Printer memory and expansion

Overview

This appendix includes:

z Determining memory requirements

z Installing memory

z Checking memory installation

z Saving resources (permanent resources)

z Installing EIO cards/mass storage

The printer has three DIMM slots for upgrading:

z more printer memory. DIMMs are available in 16, 32, 64, and 128 MB, for a maximum of 384 MB.

z flash DIMMs, available in 2, 4, 6, 8, and 16 MB. Unlike standard printer memory, flash DIMMs can be used

to permanently store downloaded items in the printer, even when the printer is off.

z DIMM-based accessory fonts, macros, and patterns.

z other DIMM-based printer languages and printer options.

Note Single in-line memory modules (SIMMs) used on previous HP LaserJet printers are not compatible with

this printer.

Summary of content (10 pages)

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Appendix C C Printer memory and expansion Printer memory and expansion Overview This appendix includes: z Determining memory requirements z Installing memory z Checking memory installation z Saving resources (permanent resources) z Installing EIO cards/mass storage The printer has three DIMM slots for upgrading: Note Overview z more printer memory. DIMMs are available in 16, 32, 64, and 128 MB, for a maximum of 384 MB. z flash DIMMs, available in 2, 4, 6, 8, and 16 MB.
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Appendix C Printer memory and expansion You might want to add more memory to the printer if you often print complex graphics or PS documents, print with the optional duplex printing accessory, use many downloaded fonts, or print large paper sizes (such as A3, B4, or 11 by 17). The printer has three EIO slots for expanding printer capabilities: z One or more network cards. z A mass storage device, such as a hard disk.
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Appendix C Printer memory and expansion Determining memory requirements The amount of memory you need depends on the types of documents you print. Your print engine can print most text and graphics at 1,200 dpi FastRes without additional memory. Add memory to your printer if you: z commonly print complex graphics. z use many temporarily downloaded fonts. z print complex documents. z print two-sided documents. z use advanced functions. z print PostScript documents.
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Appendix C Printer memory and expansion 200 Installing memory Use this procedure to install additional memory. Before you begin, print a configuration page by pressing 22 on the numeric keypad to find out how much memory is installed in the printer before adding more memory. The table lists the maximum amount of memory allowed for each DIMM slot. Note To obtain 384 MB of memory, you need to remove the 64 MB that came with the printer and replace it with 128 MB.
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Appendix C Printer memory and expansion CAUTION Static electricity can damage DIMMs. When handling DIMMs, either wear an antistatic wrist strap or frequently touch the surface of the DIMM antistatic package, then touch bare metal on the printer. 201 2 To install memory 1 If you have not already done so, print a configuration page to find out how much memory is installed in the printer before adding more memory. (Press 22 on the numeric keypad when the printer is idle.) 2 Turn the printer off.
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Appendix C Printer memory and expansion 4 5 Grasp the screws and pull the formatter board out of the printer. Place it on a flat, non-conductive surface. 4 Remove the DIMM from the antistatic package. Hold the DIMM with fingers against the side edges and thumbs against the back edge. Align the notches on the DIMM with the DIMM slot. (Check that the locks on each side of the DIMM slot are open, or outward.) See “Installing memory” on page 200 for the maximum amount of memory for each DIMM slot.
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Appendix C Printer memory and expansion 7 8 Slide the formatter board back into the printer and tighten the two screws. 203 7 Plug in the power cord and connect all cables. Turn the printer on.
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Appendix C Printer memory and expansion Checking memory installation Follow this procedure to verify that DIMMs are installed correctly: Note 1 Check that the printer control panel displays READY when the printer is turned on. If an error message appears, a DIMM might have been incorrectly installed. 2 Press 22 on the numeric keypad. The configuration page prints. 3 Check the memory section on the configuration page and compare it to the configuration page printed before the DIMM installation.
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Appendix C Printer memory and expansion Saving resources (permanent resources) Utilities or jobs that you downloaded to the printer sometimes include resources (for example, fonts, macros, or patterns). Resources that are internally marked as permanent remain in the printer memory until you turn the printer off.
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Appendix C Printer memory and expansion 206 Installing EIO cards/mass storage Hewlett-Packard constantly introduces new software tools for use with your printer and accessories. These tools are available from the Internet free of charge. (See the introduce guide on the product CD, or go to www.hp.com/cposupport/.) Follow this procedure to install an EIO card or mass storage device: 1 Turn off the printer and remove the power cord before installing the EIO cards or mass storage device.