IBM QMS 1725E Printer User Manual


 
This chapter explains how to set up your QMS 1725E Print System
for the first time.
It includes information on finding a good location for the printer,
unpacking it and checking the shipment contents, installing a toner
cartridge and paper cassette, and printing a start-up page.
Your QMS 1725E Print System operates in almost any computing
environment. However, when selecting your printer’s location, use the
following guidelines.
Away from cooling sources, heating sources, extreme tempera-
ture changes, direct sunlight, excessive dust, and corrosive
chemicals or vapors.
Away from any strong electromagnetic field (such as that created
by an air conditioner) and excessive vibration.
Temperature range of 50° F (10° C) to 90° F (32.5°C).
Relative humidity range of 20% to 80%.
Level (with less than 2° slope) and capable of supporting the
printer weight, which is about 50 lbs (23 kg) for the printer only.
An appropriate distance from the host computer, based on your
operating environment—6 feet (1.8 meters) or less for parallel
connection or 25 feet (7.5 meters) or less for a serial connection.
Well ventilated. Leave space on each side of the printer for ade-
quate ventilation.