HL-1870N
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FAQs & Troubleshooting |
What kind of memory can I use?
HL-1850:
This printer has 16 Mbytes of standard memory and one slot for optional expansion memory. The memory can be expanded up to 144 Mbytes by installing a commercially available dual in-line memory modules(DIMMs).(The standard memory installed varies depending on the country where the printer is purchased.)
HL-1870N:
This printer has 32 Mbytes of standard memory and one slot for optional expansion memory. The memory can be expanded up to 144 Mbytes by installing a commercially available dual in-line memory modules (DIMMs). (The standard memory installed varies depending on the country where the printer is purchased.)
This printer uses memory modules that are: 100 pins, no-parity, SDRAM with 8 Mbytes or more. This printer is not compatible with Extended Data Output (EDO) DIMM, or DIMM that uses 2 Mbytes SDRAM.
<Minimum memory recommendations>
For HL-1850 (Including 16Mbytes of internal memory)
HP LaserJet, EPSON FX-850, and IBM Proprinter XL emulation modes
300 dpi |
600 dpi |
HQ1200 | |
Letter / A4 |
Standard |
Standard |
Standard |
Legal |
Standard |
Standard |
Standard |
BR-Script 3 mode
300 dpi |
600 dpi |
HQ1200 | |
Letter / A4 |
Standard |
Standard |
Standard |
Legal |
Standard |
Standard |
Standard |
Duplex printing
300 dpi |
600 dpi |
HQ1200 | |
HP LaserJet |
Standard |
Standard |
32 Mbytes |
BR-Script 3 |
Standard |
Standard |
32 Mbytes |
For HL-1870N (Including 32Mbytes of internal memory)
HP LaserJet, EPSON FX-850, and IBM Proprinter XL emulation modes
300 dpi |
600 dpi |
HQ1200 | |
Letter / A4 |
Standard |
Standard |
Standard |
Legal |
Standard |
Standard |
Standard |
BR-Script 3 mode
300 dpi |
600 dpi |
HQ1200 | |
Letter / A4 |
Standard |
Standard |
Standard |
Legal |
Standard |
Standard |
Standard |
Duplex printing
300 dpi |
600 dpi |
HQ1200 | |
HP LaserJet |
Standard |
Standard |
Standard |
BR-Script 3 |
Standard |
Standard |
Standard |
The following DIMM size can be installed:
16 Mbyte |
TECHWORKS | PM-HP 16M-BR |
32 Mbyte |
TECHWORKS | PM-HP 32M-BR |
64 Mbyte |
TECHWORKS | PM-HP 64M-BR |
128 Mbyte |
TECHWORKS | PM-HP 128M-BR |
In general, DIMM must have the following specifications:
Type: | 100 pin and 32 bit output |
CAS Lantency | 2 or 3 |
Clock Frequency | 66MHz or more |
Capacity | 16, 32, 64 Mbyte or 128 Mbyte |
Height: | 46mm (1.8 inches) or less |
Parity | NONE |
Dram Type: | SDRAM 4 Bank |
SDRAM can be used. |
For more information, consult the dealer where you purchased the printer.