Printer Interfaces - Lexmark Printer User Manual

CHAPTER 8: Printer Interfaces
Interfaces connect your printer to other devices, such as a computer. The Lexmark
C510 has a standard parallel connector (also referred to as a Centronics-type
interface) and/or a USB connector. The Lexmark X422 has an internal print server and
a USB connector. Some printers also offer a parallel interface option. Refer to your
printer user documentation for more information. See page 8-7 for more information
about parallel interface.
If a serial connector is required, you may be able to install one of the following:
See page 8-25 for more information about serial interface.
Some printers have standard print servers, but you can also buy optional print servers
that connect the printer to Token-Ring or Ethernet networks. For detailed installation
or setup instructions, refer to your printer user documentation or the Drivers,
MarkVision and Utilities CD. See "Network Support" on page 8-42 for more
information about print servers.
Refer to your printer user documentation for information on which printer interface
options your printer supports and for detailed installation instructions.
Note:
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An RS-232C Serial Interface Card
•
An External Serial Adapter, which provides an RS-232C or RS-422 serial
interface port
•
An RS-232C Serial/Parallel 1284-C Interface Card
All print servers are capable of supporting AppleTalk.
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Interfaces