Action 2: Position The Machine; System Requirements For The Brother Printing Solution For Windows - Brother MFC-P2000 - B/W Laser Printer Service Manual

Action 2: Position the Machine

Please take note of the following before using the machine.
Power Supply


Use the machine within the specified power range.
AC power:
Frequency:


The power cord, including extensions, should not exceed 5 meters (16.5 feet).


Do not share the same power circuit with other high-power appliances, particularly an air conditioner,
copier, shredder and so on. If it is unavoidable that you must use the machine with these appliances, it is
recommended that you use an isolation transformer or a high-frequency noise filter.


Use a voltage regulator if the power source is not stable.
Environment


The machine should be installed near a power outlet which is easily accessible.


Use the machine only within the following ranges of temperature and humidity.
Ambient temperature:
Ambient humidity:


The machine should be used in a well ventilation room.


Place the machine on a flat, horizontal surface.


Keep the machine clean. Do not place the machine in a dusty place.


Do not place the machine where the ventilation hole of the machine can be blocked.


Do not place the machine where it is exposed to direct sunlight. Use a blind or a heavy curtain to protect
the machine from direct sunlight when it is unavoidably set up near a window.


Do not place the machine near devices that contain magnets or generate magnetic fields.


Do not subject the machine to strong physical shocks or vibrations.


Do not expose the machine to open flames or salty or corrosive gasses.


Do not place objects on top of the machine.


Do not place the machine near an air conditioner.


Keep the machine horizontal when carrying.


Do not cover the slots in the top cover.

System Requirements for the Brother Printing Solution for Windows

Check the following system requirements to setup and operate the machine in Brother Printing Solution for
Windows:


IBM PC or compatible with 80486 SX or higher microprocessor


Parallel interface (or printer port)


8 MB or more of memory (for Windows
16MB or more of memory (for Windows NT


10 MB of space available on your hard disk for the printer driver and all fonts


20 MB of space available on your hard disk for Visioneer PaperPort


Microsoft Windows
±10% of the rated power voltage in your country
50 Hz (220 V– 240 V) or 50/60 Hz (110–120 V)
10°C to 32.5°C (50°F to 90.5°F)
20% to 80% (without condensation)
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