Automatic Download (.Exe) - Printronix P8000 Series Administrator's Manual

Automatic Download (.exe)

NOTE: This download method requires firmware in the form FILENAME.exe. The firmware can be
downloaded without requiring the user to manually put the printer into download mode.
1. Make sure the printer is powered up, in ONLINE mode, and that the applicable host IO cables are
connected.
2. Navigate to the directory where the target firmware resides. If the target firmware is on the CD, insert
the printer emulation software CD into your computer's CD drive.
NOTE: The target firmware must be in the format FILENAME.exe where the FILENAME is a six digit
number with the .exe extension (e.g., 123456.exe).
IMPORTANT For USB connections, the Windows Driver must be installed.
3. Install the Windows Driver 2000/XP/Server 2003/Server 2008/Vista/ Windows 7/Windows 8 on the
Starter Kit CD before continuing. Alternatively, drivers can be found on the http://www.printronix.com/
products/drivers.aspx website. During the installation, make sure to share the printer when prompted
and record the "Share name".
IMPORTANT For USB connections, the printer must have a "Share name" established.
4. The "Share name" will be needed when executing the FILENAME.exe command. This should be
accomplished during installation, but can be verified at any time. Select the driver, right-click the
mouse button and select "Printer Properties". Click the "Sharing" tab, make sure the "Share this
printer" box is checkmarked, and enter the "Share name".
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Figure 29 Selecting to Share the Printer