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Memory Module

Installing a Memory Module
Removing a Memory Module

Your printer is provided with 32 MB of standard memory. You can increase printer memory up to 512 MB by installing optional DIMMs (Dual In-line Memory Module). Increasing the printer's memory allows you to print complex or graphics-intensive documents.

This printer has two DIMM slots, but one slot has a 32 MB DIMM already installed in it at the time of manufacture. To increase printer memory to its maximum of 512 MB, you have to purchase two 256 MB DIMMs and remove the original 32 MB DIMM.

To install DIMMs, see the following section or the Setup Guide.

You can purchase DIMMs from various vendors. Make sure that the DIMM you purchase meets the following requirements:

DRAM type	Synchronous Dynamic RAM Dual In-line Memory Module (SDRAM DIMM)
Memory size	32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, or 256 MB
Type	168-pin type, 64 bit, with SPD
Access speed	66.66 MHz or higher (15 ns or less)
Height	Less than 40 mm

Note:

The total printer memory is the standard 32 MB plus the optional DIMM. For example, if you install an optional 32 MB DIMM, the total printer memory is 64 MB.

Installing a Memory Module

Follow these steps to install an optional memory module:

Caution:

Before you install a memory module, be sure to discharge any static electricity by touching a grounded piece of metal. Otherwise, you may damage static-sensitive components.

Warning:

Be careful when working inside the printer as some components are sharp and may cause injury.

Turn off the printer.

Unplug the printer's power cord from the electrical outlet.

Remove all interface cables from the interface connectors.

Remove the screws and the circuit board cover on the back of the printer.

Identify the DIMM slot. It's relative position is shown below.

Remove the DIMM from its package.

Hold the memory module above the DIMM slot in the following orientation, then insert it into the slot. Do not apply too much force.

Caution:

Be sure to install the DIMM into the SO slot.

Push one end of the DIMM into the slot until the clip comes up.

Push the other end of the DIMM into the slot until the clip comes up to retain the memory module securely.

Caution:

Do not force the DIMM into the slot.

Be sure to insert the DIMM facing the correct way.

You should not remove any modules from the circuit board. Otherwise, the printer will not work.

Replace the circuit board cover and fasten the screws.

Reconnect all interface cables.

Plug the printer's power cord into an electrical outlet.

Turn on the printer.

To confirm that the memory module is installed correctly, print a status sheet. If the total amount of memory listed does not include the size of the optional memory module, try reinstalling the module. Make sure that the module is securely attached to the DIMM slot.

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Removing a Memory Module

Follow these steps to remove a memory module:

Caution:

Before you remove a memory module, be sure to discharge any static electricity by touching a grounded piece of metal. Otherwise, you may damage static-sensitive components.