Connecting Label Printer To Computer - CAB A2+ User Configuration Manual

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Connecting Label Printer to Computer

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Choose from the following options for connecting a computer to the label printer:
• Direct connection to the serial RS-232 interface (1) ( "2.1" on page 7).
• Direct connection to the Ethernet interface (4) ( "2.2" on page 7).
• Connection via a computer network to the Ethernet interface (4) ( "2.2" on page 7).
• Direct connection to the high-speed USB slave interface (2) ( "2.3" on page 8).
• Connection via an optional interface adapter (Parallel/Centronics, RS-422/485) to a USB master interface (3).
• Connection to a wireless network via optional WLAN card installed in the slot for type II PC card.
Fig. 1 Power and computer connections
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Attention!
Insufficient or missing grounding can cause faults during operation.
Ensure that all computers and connection cables connected to the label printer are grounded.
1 Serial RS-232 interface
2 USB 2.0 high speed slave interface
3 Two USB master interfaces for keyboard, scanner and optional
interface adapters, USB flash drive or service key
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4 Ethernet 10/100 Base T interface
5 Slot for CompactFlash memory card
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6 Power connection jack
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7 Slot for type II PC card or WLAN card
8 Power switch
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