Installing an option card Your printer has one expansion card slot that supports a number of option cards. The following table describes their function.

Card

Function

 

 

MarkNet internal print server

Adds an Ethernet or Token-Ring port so you can connect your printer to a network.

 

 

Parallel 1284-B Interface Card

Adds a parallel port.

 

 

Serial Interface Card

Adds a serial port.

 

 

Note: The network version of this printer ships with an Ethernet print server already installed.

Warning: Option cards are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch something metal on the printer before you touch an option card.

You need a small Phillips screwdriver to install these options.

1Remove the system board access cover (see page 20).

2Remove the screw from the metal plate that covers the connector slot, and then lift the plate off.

Save the screw.

3Unpack the option card. Save the packing materials.

4Align the connector on the option card with the connector on the system board.

The cable connectors on the side of the option card must fit through the connector slot.

5Push the option card firmly into the option card connector.

6Secure the card to the system board with the screw.

Connectors

Install memory, firmware, or option cards

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IBM Partner Pavilion 1454, 1464 setup guide Card Function