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Memory Module

By installing a Dual In-line Memory Module (DIMM), you can increase printer memory up to 256 MB. You may want to add additional memory if you are having difficulty printing complex graphics.

Note:

The maximum expandable memory is 256 MB.

Follow these steps to install an optional memory module.

Warning:

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

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.

Turn the printer off and unplug the power cord and interface cable.

Remove the cover on the printer's right side by removing the screw on the back of the printer and sliding the cover backward.

Loosen the two screws using a screwdriver. Then hold the tab on the top of the shield cover and remove the cover.

Warning:

Removing other screws and covers will expose high voltage areas.

Identify the RAM slot.

* RAM slot (gray)

Insert the memory module into slot until the clip lock onto the memory module. Make sure that the left slot (white) has a module at all times.

Caution:

Do not force the memory module into the slot.

Be sure to insert the memory module facing the correct way.

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

Reattach the shield cover with two screws as shown below.

Reattach the right side cover to the printer as shown below. Then, tighten the screw on the back of the printer.

Warning:

Tighten the screw firmly to prevent the printer's right side cover from the falling off when moving the printer.

Reconnect the interface cable and power cord and turn the printer on.

To confirm that the option is installed correctly, print a status sheet. See Printing a Status Sheet.

Note:

If you are using Windows, and EPSON Status Monitor 3 is not installed, you have to make settings manually in the printer driver. Click the Update the Printer Option Information Manually button on the Optional Settings menu, then click Settings. Then select the appropriate memory size from the Installed Memory deopdown list and click OK.

Removing a memory module

Perform the installation procedure in reverse.

When removing a memory module from its slot, press the clip and pull out the memory module as shown below.

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