Lexmark manual Printer Interfaces

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Interfaces

CHAPTER 8: Printer Interfaces

Interfaces connect your printer to other devices, such as a computer. The Lexmark C510 has a standard parallel connector (also referred to as a Centronics-type interface) and/or a USB connector. The Lexmark X422 has an internal print server and a USB connector. Some printers also offer a parallel interface option. Refer to your printer user documentation for more information. See page 8-7for more information about parallel interface.

If a serial connector is required, you may be able to install one of the following:

•An RS-232C Serial Interface Card

•An External Serial Adapter, which provides an RS-232C or RS-422 serial interface port

•An RS-232C Serial/Parallel 1284-C Interface Card

See page 8-25for more information about serial interface.

Some printers have standard print servers, but you can also buy optional print servers that connect the printer to Token-Ring or Ethernet networks. For detailed installation or setup instructions, refer to your printer user documentation or the Drivers, MarkVision and Utilities CD. See “Network Support” on page 8-42 for more information about print servers.

Refer to your printer user documentation for information on which printer interface options your printer supports and for detailed installation instructions.

Note: All print servers are capable of supporting AppleTalk.