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Printer I/O Configuration 3-41
Printer I/O Configuration
Parallel Menu
The default setting for the
HIGH SPEED PARALLEL I/O
is
YES
. If it is
set to
NO
, the interface runs at a slower speed that is compatible with
older computers. When the default is set to
YES
, the parallel interface
runs at a higher rate supported by newer computers.
Advanced Functions
The
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS
feature of the printer enables bidirectional
communications between the printer and the host. The default setting
is
ON
. This default setting (
ON
) must be active in order to use
HP LaserJet Explorer, the Windows
®
Printing System, and other
software applications and drivers.
Serial Configuration
Use RS-232C serial configuration when the printer is located 11 to 50
feet (3.35 to 15.24 meters) from the computer. If you need to locate
the printer between 51 and 2000 feet (15.54 and 610 meters) from the
computer, use an RS-422A serial configuration.
Serial I/O settings must be configured correctly for proper serial
communication.
Serial Protocol
When printing with a serial configuration, the same protocol must be
set on both the printer and the computer. Protocol on the printer is set
by changing the Control Panel settings. Protocol on the computer is
set by using DOS commands. The default protocol settings are
described below.
BAUD Rate
The
BAUD RATE
setting tells the printer how fast information is
transferred to and from the computer. The default setting is
BAUD RATE=9600*
.