HP QMS 1660E Caution, 1Plug the connector from one transformer box into the printer’s LocalTalk port

Optional

Interfaces

Macintosh Interface Cabling

To connect your printer to a single Macintosh, you must have

nTwo PhoneNET-type transformer boxes (one for the printer port and one for the Macintosh port), each with a DIN-8 connector

nAn RJ11 (telephone) cable

nTwo terminating resistors to close the open sockets left in the transformer boxes after the connection is made

Macintosh	Printer
DIN-8 Male Port	DIN-8 Male Port
DIN-8 Female Connector	DIN-8 Female Connector

Transformer Boxes

RJ11 Cable

Terminating

Resistors

If you’re replacing a printer already connected to a Macintosh, you probably already have this equipment. If not, contact your QMS vendor or a local computer store.

If you’re connecting the printer to an AppleTalk network with more than one Macintosh, see your PhoneNET and Macintosh documentation for more information.

Making the Connection

Use the following procedure to connect your printer to a Macintosh.

▲Caution: Turn off both the printer and the Macintosh before making the connection.

1Plug the connector from one transformer box into the printer’s LocalTalk port.

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