Brother HL 6050D User Manual

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DIMM
The HL-6050, HL-6050D and HL-6050DN printers have 32 MB of standard memory and one slot for 
optional memory expansion. You can expand the memory up to 160 MB by installing dual in-line memory 
modules (DIMMs).
You can install the following DIMMs:    
■16 MB  TechWorks 12456-0001
■32 MB TechWorks 12457-0001
■64 MB  TechWorks 12458-0001
■128 MB  TechWorks 12459-0001
In general, the DIMM must have the following specifications:
Type: 100 pin and 32 bit output
CAS latency: 2 or 3
Clock...

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Installing additional memory
When you install extra memory, follow these steps: 
1Turn off the printer power switch, and then unplug the printer. Disconnect the interface cable from 
the printer.
2Slide and remove the side cover.
Figure 4-14
3Open the interface access cover.
Figure 4-15
4Unpack the DIMM and hold it by its edges.
Make sure you turn the power to the printer OFF before you install or remove the DIMM.
 

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5Hold the DIMM on the side edges. Line up the notches on the DIMM with the DIMM slot. (Check 
that the locks on each side of the DIMM slot are open or facing outwards.)
Figure 4-16
6Press the DIMM straight into the slot (press firmly). Make sure the locks on each side of the DIMM 
click into place. (To remove a DIMM, you must release the locks.) 
Figure 4-17
7Close the interface access cover.
Figure 4-18
 

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8Put the side cover back on.
Figure 4-19
9Reconnect the interface cable to your printer. Plug the printer back in, and then turn on the printer 
power switch.
To check that you have installed the DIMM properly, you can print the Printer Settings page that 
shows the current memory size. To print the Printer Settings page, see Support tab on page 2-9 or 
INFORMATION on page 3-14
 

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Optional fonts package
Optional fonts package (BS-3000)
The optional font package (BS-3000) is the CD-ROM you need for installing the 136 PostScript® 3™ Agfa 
and TrueType Fonts.
Optional barcode fonts package 
(BT-1000)
The optional Barcode fonts package (BT-1000) is the CD-ROM you need for installing the Barcode fonts.
Selecting the optional fonts
After you have installed the optional fonts, you can select optional fonts using any of the following 
methods: 
1Through your application...

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Replacing the consumable items
You will need to replace the consumable items regularly. When the time comes to replace consumable 
items, the following messages will appear at intervals on the LCD panel.
See TONER LOW Message on page 5-2.
See TONER LIFE END message on page 5-2.
See CHANGE DRUM SOON message on page 5-8.
Accessories
Routine maintenance
Toner Cartridge Drum Unit
See Toner cartridge on page 
5-2.See Drum unit on page 5-8.
TONER LOW
TONER LIFE END
CHANGE DRUM...

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Toner cartridge 
A new toner cartridge contains enough toner to print up to 7,500 A4 or Letter size single-sided pages at 
about 5% coverage. 
TONER LOW Message
(Appears at intervals)
If the LCD shows TONER LOW, the toner cartridge has nearly run out of toner. Purchase a new toner 
cartridge and have it ready before you get a TONER LIFE END message. To replace the toner cartridge, 
see Replacing the toner cartridge on page 5-3.
TONER LIFE END message
Check printed pages, page...

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Replacing the toner cartridge
1Press the cover release button and then open the front cover of the printer.
Figure 5-1
2Take out the drum unit assembly (drum unit with toner cartridge).
Figure 5-2
To make sure you get high quality print, we recommend that you use only Brother genuine toner 
cartridges. When you want to buy toner cartridges, call the dealer you bought the printer from or 
Brother customer service.
We recommend that you clean the printer when you replace the...

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Caution
■We recommend that you place the drum unit assembly on a piece of disposable paper or cloth 
in case you accidentally spill or scatter toner.
■To prevent damage to the printer from static electricity, do not touch the electrodes shown in 
Figure 5-3.
Figure 5-3
3Push down the blue lock lever and take the toner cartridge out of the drum unit assembly.
Figure 5-4
Caution
Handle the toner cartridge carefully. If toner scatters on your hands or clothes, immediately wipe or...

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4Unpack the new toner cartridge. Hold the cartridge level with both hands and gently rock it from side 
to side five or six times to spread the toner evenly inside the cartridge.
Figure 5-5
Caution
■Wait to unpack the toner cartridge until immediately before you put it in the printer. If toner 
cartridges are left unpacked for a long time the toner life will be shortened.
■If an unpacked drum unit is put in direct sunlight or room light, the unit may be damaged.
■Brother...