Downloading Software; Loading Flash Memory - Printronix SL5000r User Manual

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Loading Flash Memory

Flash memory is contained in a SIMM (single in-line memory module) located
on the controller PCBA. Printer control languages (the "emulations") and
printer operating system software are loaded into flash memory at the factory,
but there are occasions when you may have to download this software:
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You have replaced the controller PCBA
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You have replaced flash memory
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The customer needs to upgrade printer software
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The customer needs different emulation software
•
The customer buys the PGL or VGL graphics language, the
CT option, the IPDS option, or the ethernet NIC (network interface card)
option after the printer is installed
Emulation and operating system software are included as files on a CD that
comes with the printer. You will copy the appropriate file from the
CD to a computer's hard disk, then download the file from the computer into
printer memory.
IMPORTANT
When downloading emulation and operating system software to the
printer, all other optional fonts, customer-supplied logos, setup files,
feature files, and TIFF files will be erased. You will then need to reload
those files. Before starting a download procedure, be sure that you have
all the necessary files on hand.
You can download software through the serial, parallel, USB, or ethernet port
of the printer, and you can do it four ways:
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You can download software through any printer port except USB by using
the Firmware Download Utility included on the CD that comes with the
printer. (See page 280.)
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You can use a command prompt session to download software through
the parallel port. (See page 281.)
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If the printer has the NIC installed, you can download software through
the ethernet port. (See page 284.)
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You can use a command prompt session to download software through
the USB port. (See page 286.)

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