Printronix P5000 - NIC (Network Interface Card) Assembly

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Chapter 5 Section I: Replacement Procedures
NIC (Network Interface Card) Assembly
NOTE: The PrintNet LAN option is available in 10/100Base-T configuration.
This option is available factory installed or as a field kit. The functions
of the LEDs and DIP switches are described on page 193.
To convert an ethernet-equipped printer to a parallel interface,
remove the ethernet board assembly and install the Centronics
connector in the slot the ethernet board occupied. The Centronics
cable joins the back of the ethernet board to the controller board.
Removal
CAUTION To prevent electrostatic damage to electronic components, always wear
a properly grounded static wrist strap when you handle circuit boards.
1. Prepare the printer for maintenance (page 132).
2. Cabinet Models: Remove the paper path (page 199).
Pedestal Models: Remove the top cover assembly (page 179).
3. Disconnect Centronics cable connector P112 from connector J112 on the
controller board. (See page 250, item 5.)
4. Open the ferrite clamp and lift the Centronics cable out of the ferrite
clamp.
5. Loosen the two screws securing the PrintNet ethernet interface assembly
to the cutout at the rear of the card cage.
6. Slide the PrintNet ethernet interface assembly out of the cutout in the card
cage and lift the assembly out of the card cage.
Installation
CAUTION To prevent electrostatic damage to electronic components, always wear
a properly grounded static wrist strap when you handle circuit boards.
1. Reverse steps 2 through 6 of the removal procedure.
2. Return the printer to normal operation (page 133).