Xerox 9202 Tar format, RPM format, Debian format, Installing the Xerox PPD on the workstation

Models: 9202 9201 9203

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Network Installation

ColorQube™ 9201/9202/9203

An Overview of the Common UNIX Printing System, Version 1.1, and a large amount of other descriptive documentation, is also available at this site.

The binary distribution of CUPS is available in tar format with installation and removal scripts, as well as in rpm and dpkg formats for RedHat and Debian versions of Linux. After logging into the workstation as root (su) and downloading the appropriate files to the root directory, the installation begins as follows:

Tar format:

After untarring the files, run the installation script with the ./cups.install (and press Enter).

RPM format:

rpm -e lpr

rpm -i cups-1.1-linux-M.m.n-intel.rpm (and press Enter).

Debian format:

dpkg -i cups-1.1-linux-M.m.n-intel.deb (and press Enter).

Note

RedHat Linux, versions 7.3 and newer, include CUPS support, so software downloading is unnecessary. CUPS is also the default printing system for Mandrake Linux.

Installing the Xerox PPD on the workstation

The Xerox PPD for CUPS is available on one of the CD-ROMs that came with your printer. From the CD-ROM, with root privileges copy the PPD into your CUPS ppd folder on your workstation. If you are unsure of the folder's location, use the Find command to locate the ppd's. An example of the location of the ppd.gz files in RedHat 8.1 is /usr/share/cups/model.

Adding the Xerox printer

1.Use the PS command to make sure that the CUPS daemon is running. The daemon can be restarted from Linux using the init.d script that was created when the CUPS RPM was installed. The command is > /etc/init.d/cups restart. A similar script or directory entry should have been created in System V and BSD. For the example of CUPS built and installed on a FreeBSD 4.2 machine from the source code, run cupsd from /usr/local/sbin. (cd /usr/local/sbin cupsd and press Enter).

2.Type http://localhost:631/admin into the address (URL) box of your web browser and press Enter.

3.For User ID, type root. For the requested password, type the root password.

4.Click [Add Printer] and follow the on screen prompts to add the printer to the CUPS printer list.

Printing with CUPS

CUPS supports the use of both the System V (lp) and Berkeley (lpr) printing commands.

Use the -d option with the lp command to print to a specific printer.

lp -dprinter filename (Enter)

Use the -P option with the lpr command to print to a specific printer.

lpr -Pprinter filename (Enter)

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Xerox 9202 Tar format, RPM format, Debian format, Installing the Xerox PPD on the workstation, Adding the Xerox printer

9202, 9201, 9203 specifications

The Xerox 9201, 9202, and 9203 copiers, introduced during the late 1970s and early 1980s, represent a significant leap in office automation technology. These models were part of Xerox's innovative line of copiers, catering to various business needs through their unique features and capabilities.

One of the cornerstone technologies behind the Xerox 9200 series is xerography, a process developed by Chester Carlson in the 1930s. The photocopiers use a dry electrophotographic process, which relies on a photosensitive drum, enabling high-quality and high-speed copying. This technology championed the transition from traditional printing methods to more efficient office practices, revolutionizing how documents were reproduced.

The Xerox 9201 was known for its robust capability to handle a significant volume of copies, appealing primarily to mid-sized organizations. It boasted an impressive speed of up to 80 copies per minute, catering to high-demand settings without compromising the quality of output.

The Xerox 9202 was an enhancement over its predecessor, introducing more advanced features such as automatic document feeding, which significantly reduced manual handling and increased productivity. It also supported various paper sizes, making it versatile for different tasks, from simple memos to full-size reports. Additional capabilities included collating, sorting, and stapling, allowing users to complete comprehensive document preparation in a single pass.

The Xerox 9203 further built upon these advancements, offering even faster copying speeds of up to 100 copies per minute. It also allowed for electronic sorting and featured an integrated mail room solution ideal for larger organizations. The 9203’s user interface was designed for ease of use, paving the way for accessible technology in the workplace.

All three models leveraged advanced optics and imaging technology to ensure sharp, clear reproductions. The capacity for duplex printing was a notable feature, enabling users to print on both sides of the paper, which not only saved resources but also contributed to environmentally friendly practices.

Overall, the Xerox 9200 series exemplified the transition towards multifunctional copiers that incorporated advanced features for efficiency, quality, and ease of use in office environments. Their impact on the industry helped shape modern photocopying, setting the benchmark for future models through their blend of technology and practicality. These machines remain a testament to Xerox's legacy in imaging technology and office automation.