Ricoh PPC-154 user manual Parallel port, Serial COM ports

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3.7 Parallel port

The panel PC supports the latest EPP and ECP parallel port protocols for improved performance and versatility with compatible printers or other devices.

To connect the panel PC to a printer or other devices:

1.Be sure both the panel PC and the printer/devices are turned off.

2.Connect the 25-pin male connector of the printer cable to the 25- pin female port on the panel PC labelled "parallel port".

3.If necessary, attach the other end of your printer cable to your printer, and fasten any retaining screws. A typical parallel printer connection is illustrated in Fig. 3-4.

4.Turn on the printer and any other peripheral devices you may have connected to the panel PC, and then turn on the panel PC.

5.If necessary, run the panel PC's BIOS setup program to configure the parallel port to respond as required by your printer and software operating environment.

3.8Serial COM ports

There are four serial COM ports on the bottom of the rear cover. You can easily attach a serial device to the panel PC, such as an external modem or mouse. Follow these instructions:

1.Be sure the panel PC and any other peripherial devices you may have connected to the panel PC are turned off.

2.Attach the interface cable of the serial device to the panel PC's serial port. (See Fig. 3-5.) If necessary, attach the other end of the interface cable to your serial device. Fasten any retaining screws.

3.Turn on any other peripheral devices you may have connected to the panel PC, and then turn on the panel PC.

4.Refer to the manual(s) which accompanied your serial device(s) for instructions on configuring your operating environment to recog- nize the device(s).

5.Run the BIOS setup program and configure the jumper settings to change the mode of the COM ports. (See Section 5.4)

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Contents PPC-154 Copyright FCC Class B Packing List Additional Information and Assistance Contact informationSafety Instructions Wichtige Sicherheishinweise PPC-154 User’s Manual Viii Contents Chapter Hardware Installation and Upgrade Appendix C Full Disassembly Procedure PPC-153 User’s Manual Xii General Information Introduction Specifications Power supply AC model 180 wattsPCI bus expansion slot Accepts one PCI bus card Hot insertion and removal Touchscreen optional Dimensions EnvironmentSystem Setup Quick Tour of the Panel PC Front view of PPC-154 panel PCLeft side view of the panel PC Installation Procedures Connecting the power cordConnecting the keyboard and mouse Switching on the powerRunning the Bios Setup Program Installing System Software To shipment of your panel PCInstalling the Drivers InstallPPC-154 User’s Manual Using the Panel PC PcmciaFloppy drive Inserting and ejecting a floppy diskCD-ROM Drive Inserting and ejecting a CD-ROMMulti-card Reader Opening the card reader’s doorPS/2 Mouse and Keyboard PCI Bus ExpansionParallel port Serial COM portsUSB Ports VGA PortGame Port Touchscreen Optional Audio InterfaceEthernet Hardware Installation and Upgrade Jumpers and Connectors Disassembling the Panel PC Unscrew the screw of side coverOpening the rear cover Installing the 2.5 Hard Disk Drive HDD Screw the HDD metal frame to the side of the HDDPlug the Eide cable into the HDD Installing the Central Processing Unit CPU Electronics personnel should open the panel PCPPC-154 User’s Manual Installing the DDR Sdram Memory Module 10 Placing the memory module in the DimmPPC-154 User’s Manual Jumper Settings and Connectors Jumper Settings Connectors Setting jumpersJumpers and switches Jumper LocationsConnectors Panel PC connectorsLocating connectors Connectors on PPC-153 motherboardCPU Installation Cmos Clear for External RTC JP31 COM2 RS-232/422/485 setting JP4 COM-port interface JP4, JP5LCD panel power setting VGA interfaceDriver Installation Driver Installation Installation of VGA driver Installation of AudioInstallation of ICH4 USB2.0 Installation of LANFurther Information Pin Assignments ATX Power connector 1 CN1 Appendix a Pin AssignmentsATX power connector 2 CN2 Lvds connector 1CN4Lvds connector 2CN6 Inverter power connector CN5FDD connector CN9 Table A.6 FDD connector CN9Fan power connector FAN1 & FAN2 Internal speaker connector CN15IR connector CN24 Full Disassembly Procedure Appendix B Full Disassembly Procedure AppendixB PPC-154 User’s Manual AppendixB ROM AppendixB PPC-154 User’s Manual

PPC-154 specifications

The Ricoh PPC-154 is a standout model in the realm of multifunction copiers, tailored for small to medium-sized businesses seeking efficiency, reliability, and performance. Known for its user-friendly interface and a suite of advanced features, this model symbolizes Ricoh's commitment to innovation and quality.

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