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HP LaserJet 2100 Series Printers - Adding Memory (DIMM) to the Printer

Memory specifications Ordering information Installing memory Checking memory installation The HP LaserJet 2100 series printers have three dual in-line memory module (DIMM) slots for upgrading with: More printer memory. DIMMs are available in 4, 8, and 16 MB, for a maximum of 52 MB. DIMM-based accessory fonts, macros, and patterns. Other DIMM-based printer languages and printer options. NOTE: Single in-line memory modules (SIMMs) used on previous HP LaserJet printers are not compatible with the HP LaserJet 2100. Add more memory to the printer if printing complex graphics or PostScript (R) documents, or using many downloaded fonts. To find out how much memory is installed in the printer, print a configuration page by pressing GO and JOBCANCEL while the printer is in the Ready state. The firmware for the printer resides on the printer formatter. In some cases it may be necessary to install a firmware upgrade DIMM. This DIMM can be installed in any of the available memory slots by following these directions.

Memory specifications
The HP LaserJet 2100 products support the following DIMM types: EDO: (Extended Data Output) technology that retains data in memory while the processor continues with other operations. This memory is single-tasking. Specifications: EDO: 100 pin, 32 bit, 60ns, 3.3 volts, 1K refresh rate top

Ordering information
Memory DIMMs can be ordered directly from www.hp.com . Part number 4 MB C4135A 8 MB C4136A 16 MB C4137A

Option Memory upgrades for the HP LaserJet 2100 Printers

Description or use The HP LaserJet 2100 printer comes with 4 MB of memory and can be expanded to 52 MB with the three available memory (DIMM) slots. The HP LaserJet 2100M and 2100TN printers come with 8 MB of memory and can be expanded to 40 MB with the two available memory (DIMM) slots.

HP PostScript DIMM for the HP LaserJet 2100 Printers top

The PS DIMM includes 4 MB of memory. This comes C3098installed in the HP LaserJet 2100M, and 2100TN printers. 60001

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Installing memory
CAUTION:Static electricity can damage DIMMs. When handling DIMMs, either wear an antistatic wrist strap or frequently touch the surface of the DIMMs' antistatic package and then touch bare metal on the printer. 1. Print a configuration page to find out how much memory is installed in the printer before adding additional memory. After the configuration page prints, turn the printer off and disconnect the power cord (Figure 1). Figure 1: Disconnecting the power cord

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Open the interface cable door (Figure 2) by pressing on the release tabs. Disconnect all interface cables. Figure 2: Opening the interface cable door

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Open the top cover. (Figure 3) Figure 3: Opening the top cover

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Press the RELEASE button and slide the right side panel forward until the alignment arrows line up. (Figure 4) Figure 4: Aligning the side panel

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Pull the panel away from the printer (Figure 5), exposing the available DIMM slots. Figure 5: Pulling the panel away from the printer

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Remove the DIMM from the antistatic package. (Figure 6) Figure 6: Removing the DIMM from the package

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Holding the DIMM by the edges, align the notches on the DIMM with the DIMM slot (check that the locks on each side of the DIMM slot are open). (Figure 7) Figure 7: Aligning the DIMM

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NOTE: For best results, use DIMM Slots in 1-2-3 order. Press the DIMM straight into the slot (press firmly). (Figure 8) Make sure that the locks on each side of the DIMM snap inward into place. (To remove a DIMM, the locks must be released.) Repeat Steps 6, 7, and 8 for each DIMM that is being installed. Figure 8: Pressing the DIMM into the slot

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To replace the side panel, line up the alignment arrows and slide the panel backwards until the RELEASE button latches into place. Close the top cover. (Figure 9) Figure 9: Replacing the side panel

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Reinstall the interface cable(s) and power cord.(Figure 10) Turn on the printer. Figure 10: Reinstalling the cables

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Checking memory installation

To verify that DIMMs are installed correctly: 1. Turn on the printer. Check that the printer control panel displays the Ready light after the printer has gone through the startup sequence. If an error message appears, a DIMM may have been incorrectly installed. Print a configuration page by pressing the GO and JOBCANCEL buttons simultaneously. Check the memory section on the configuration page and compare it with the configuration page printed before the DIMM installation. If the amount of recognized memory has not increased: The DIMM may not be installed correctly (repeat the installation procedure). Try another DIMM slot. The DIMM may be defective (try a new DIMM). NOTE: If printer language (personality) was installed, check the Installed Personalities and Options section on the configuration page. This area should list the new printer language. top

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