IBM Offering Information - 4247-A00 IBM Serial Matrix Printer Model A00

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Software Requirements

The IBM 4247 Printer can use the IBM Personal Printer Data Stream (PPDS) in IBM 4202 Proprinter

IIIXL or IBM 2381 Personal Printer emulations by choosing the corresponding device driver for the systems listed below as supporting the PPDS datastream.

In Epson FX emulation mode the IBM 4247 Printer can print files coded for the Epson FX-1050 using the Epson ESC/P(2) printer control language.

Also, native IBM 4247 Printer support is provided for the Host Print Transform function in the IBM AS/400 and IBM RS/6000 systems. The following systems support the IBM 4247 Printer:

System

Software - Minimum Level

Emulation

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IBM PS/2 and

OS/2 2.1 (R)

PPDS or Epson FX

IBM Personal

OS/2 LAN Server 3.0

PPDS or Epson FX

Computers

OS/2 Communications Manager/2 1.0 PPDS or Epson FX

 

DOS 5.0

PPDS or Epson FX

IBM RISC

Microsoft** Windows** 3.0

PPDS or Epson FX

AIX Version 3.2.5

PPDS or Epson FX

System/6000 (1)

 

 

IBM AS/400 (1)(2) OS/400(TM) V2.3 Host Print

(3)Transform OS/400 V2.3

PC Support/400 W/S Function V2.2 Client Access/400 V3.1 Personal Communication for AS/400 for Windows V4.0 Personal Communication for AS/400 for OS/2 V4.0

IBM 5250 Enhanced Emulation for Windows V1.1

IBM 5250 Enhanced Emulation for DOS V2.4

IBM S/390

3174

with ASCII

Emulation Adapter

Mainframe

(AEA) Release A5.4

or later,

Server

Release

B4.0

or

later, or

 

Release

C2.1

or

later

 

3482

InfoWindow

II

display

IBM 9221 ASCII Subsystem Controller

Processor (Feature code 6245, 6246, 6247 or 6248 on the IBM 9221)

PPDS or Epson FX

PPDS or Epson FX PPDS or Epson FX PPDS or Epson FX PPDS or Epson FX

PPDS or Epson FX

PPDS or Epson FX

PPDS or Epson FX

PPDS or Epson FX

PPDS or Epson FX

PPDS or Epson FX

(1)In addition to the emulation support defined above, files providing native IBM 4247 Printer support are shipped on diskette for the Host Print Transform function in OS/400 and for AIX/6000 to enable the enhanced function of the printer.

(2)Host selection of the print quality is limited to two of

the three qualities (DP and NLQ) featured by the printer when AS/400 attached.

(3)Host selection of paper paths when using the ASF feature is limited to the ASF paths plus zero or one continuous form path when attached to an AS/400. The second continuous

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Lexmark Model A00 manual Software Requirements, IBM Risc

Model A00 specifications

The Lexmark Model A00 is a versatile and reliable printer designed to meet the needs of both personal and professional environments. Known for its exceptional performance and durability, the A00 boasts an array of features that make it an ideal choice for businesses seeking efficiency without sacrificing quality.

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The A00 is also designed with user-friendliness in mind. Its intuitive control panel and easy-to-navigate menu make it simple for users to access different functions and settings. Additionally, the printer features a compact design, making it suitable for small office spaces or home offices where space may be limited.

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Overall, the Lexmark Model A00 combines speed, quality, and ease of use, making it a powerful asset for any workplace. Whether for everyday printing tasks or specialized documents, this printer delivers exceptional results while supporting the diverse needs of its users.