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2.7.
RAM DISK
A RAM DISK can be set up as a virtual media device by setting a given amount of the total
printer memory as the RAM DISK. This can then be used for reading and writing data just
as with a memory card or as a virtual mail box function (see page 2-22). Note however that
data written to the RAM DISK is lost if the printer is reset or its power turned off. RAM
DISK settings can be made from the printer's control panel.
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The RAM DISK is set from the printer's user memory. The printer's printing speed
may therefore drop or insufficient memory errors result depending on the value of
the RAM DISK setting.
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RAM DISK functions cannot be used if an optional hard disk unit is installed.
Setting the RAM DISK Size
1.
Press the MODE key.
2.
Press the + or - key and selectý5$0ý',6.ýPRGHý!.
3.
The default setting isý2II. Pressing the ENTER key will cause aý" to flash. Press the +
or - keys to displayý2Q and then press the ENTER key.
4.
Press the
key to displayý!5$0ý',6.ýVL]H.
5.
Press the ENTER key again, and change the RAM DISK size using the + or - key. It is not
possible to make a setting that exceeds total printer memory. The default value for the
RAM DISK is the total printer memory minus 9 MB. This parameter may be set any-
where fromýíì toýèè depending on the available printer memory. Press the EXIT key
if you want to cancel the setting.
6.
Once the desired RAM DISK size is displayed, press the ENTER key.
7.
Press the EXIT key. Then turn the printer's power off and on again. The setting will be
activated after restart.
RAM DISK Operations
The following operations are available with the RAM DISK.
Read Data
Write Data
Delete Data
Print a List of Data Names
Print Accumulated VMB Data
Print VMB List
Except for printing accumulated VMB data and printing a VMB list, procedures for all operations
are the same as for a memory card. Please see the memory card item for the given procedure.
2.7. RAM DISK
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