Memory Modules, Flash And Dram - Printronix SLPA7000 User Manual

Memory Modules, Flash And DRAM

Printer memory is held in two SIMMs (Single In-line Memory Modules) on the
controller board. The DRAM SIMM plugs into socket J33 on the controller
board. The Flash SIMM plugs into socket J38 on the controller board.
(Figure 39, page 240.)
The procedure for removing and installing all SIMMs is the same, but if you
are replacing the Flash SIMM be sure to make a printout of all the desired
configurations and restore the printer configurations after installing a new
Flash SIMM. This is not necessary if you replace the DRAM SIMM.
IMPORTANT
Whenever the Flash SIMM is replaced you must reload the desired
emulation and operating system software, as well as setup files, feature
files, TIFF files, and any optional font or logo files. (See "Downloading
Software" on page 351.)
Removal
1. If you are replacing the Flash SIMM, make a configuration printout of all
saved configurations. (Refer to the User's Manual. ) If you are replacing
DRAM SIMM, go to the next step.
2. Prepare the printer for maintenance (page 223).
3. Remove the access panels (page 226).
CAUTION
To prevent electrostatic damage to electronic components, always wear
a properly grounded static wrist strap when you handle circuit boards.
4. Put on a static wrist strap and ground it to an unpainted part of the printer
frame. Touch the frame with the hand wearing the wrist strap.
5. Gently pry the side locks open, angle the SIMM to the left, and remove
the SIMM from the controller board. (Figure 39.)
Installation
CAUTION
To prevent electrostatic damage to electronic components, always wear
a properly grounded static wrist strap when you handle circuit boards.
1. Put on a static wrist strap and ground it to an unpainted part of the printer
frame. Touch the frame with the hand wearing the wrist strap.
2. Insert the new SIMM into the socket with the notched end downward.
(Figure 39.) Angle the SIMM to the left and press it into the socket. Gently
push the ends to the right until the SIMM locks into the upright position.
Make sure both latches close all the way.
3. If the Flash SIMM was replaced, you must download the desired
emulation and operating system software, as well as setup files, feature
files, TIFF files, and any optional font or logo files. (See "Downloading
Software" on page 351.)
4. Restore the printer to operation (page 224).
5. Select and run the OFFLINE/CONFIG. CONTROL
Current* menu. (Refer to the User's Manual .) Make sure the new
memory is noted on the printout.

Memory Modules, Flash And DRAM

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