Fiery E-8100 Installation and maintenance instructions

Color Controller E-8100
Installation and Service Guide
A guide for service technicians
EFI Part Number: 45075973
21 November 2008

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CONTENTS 3
CONTENTS
PREFACE 9
E-8100 customer media pack 9
About the documentation 10
Service documentation 10
Customer documentation 10
About this guide 11
About the illustrations in this guide 12
Terminology and conventions 12
Precautions 14
Creating an ESD safe environment 16
Tools you will need 18
INTRODUCTION 19
Features 19
How the E-8100 operates 20
INSTALLATION 22
Installation sequence 22
Changing the pre-installed E-8100 language 22
Checking the customer site 24
Setting customer expectations 25
Unpacking the E-8100 26
Connecting the E-8100 28
Completing installation and starting up 31
CONTENTS

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USING THE E-8100 32
Overview 32
Using the E-8100 Control Panel 32
Buttons 33
Activity light 33
E-8100 Control Panel Functions menu 34
Using the copier operation panel 35
Main tab 35
Job List tab 35
Tools tab 36
Scan tab 36
Fiery tab 37
Network Status LEDs 38
Starting, shutting down, restarting, and rebooting 39
SERVICE PROCEDURES 41
Overview 41
E-8100 overview diagrams 42
Accessing internal components 46
Shutting down the system 46
Opening the E-8100 48
Removing and replacing boards 53
Video board 53
User Interface Board assembly 55
Motherboard 58
Removing the motherboard 58
Replacing the motherboard 62
Verifying new motherboard installation and updating the system 67
Replacing parts on the motherboard 73
Jumpers 81

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Fan 82
Power supply 83
Hard disk drive 87
Switch bank assembly 92
DVD drive 96
Restoring and verifying functionality after service 99
SYSTEM AND USER SOFTWARE 100
Overview 100
Before you install system software 100
Installing system and user software 102
Backing up and restoring the E-8100 Setup Configuration 105
Updating E-8100 system and user software 106
Before updating the E-8100 106
System Updates 107
Check for Product Updates (Software Downloads Site) 113
TROUBLESHOOTING 115
Troubleshooting process 115
Preliminary on-site checkout 116
Checking external connections 117
Checking internal components 118
Inspecting the system 119
Normal startup sequence 124
Error messages and conditions 125
Diagnostic tools 138
Video board diagnostics 138
Test E-mail 139

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SPECIFICATIONS 140
Hardware features 140
Physical specifications 140
Networking and connectivity 141
User software 141
Safety and emissions compliance 141
PREPARING THE COPIER TO CONNECT TO THE E-8100 142
SERVICING THE E-8100 WITH FURNITURE 145
Procedures 145
INDEX 155

LIST OF FIGURES 7
LIST OF FIGURES
FIGURE 1: Printing system 19
FIGURE 2: E-8100 functional diagram 21
FIGURE 3: Summary of installation steps and references 23
FIGURE 4: E-8100 shipping contents 27
FIGURE 5: E-8100 connections 28
FIGURE 6: Straight-through and crossover Ethernet cables 29
FIGURE 7: E-8100 Control Panel 32
FIGURE 8: Front and back panels 42
FIGURE 9: Back panel and internal side view 43
FIGURE 10: Exploded view of E-8100 components 44
FIGURE 11: Power and data cable connections in the E-8100 45
FIGURE 12: Removing/replacing the side panels 49
FIGURE 13: Removing/replacing the front panel 50
FIGURE 14: Removing/replacing the top panel 51
FIGURE 15: Diagram of the video board 53
FIGURE 16: Diagram of the User Interface Board (front and back) 55
FIGURE 17: Removing/replacing the User Interface Board 56
FIGURE 18: Removing/replacing the UIB buttons 57
FIGURE 19: Diagram of the E-8100 motherboard 59
FIGURE 20: Removing the motherboard 61
FIGURE 21: Connecting the one-time use dongle 68
FIGURE 22: Motherboard DIMM sockets 73
LIST OF FIGURES

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FIGURE 23: Releasing a DIMM 74
FIGURE 24: CPU cooling assembly 75
FIGURE 25: Removing/replacing the CPU 77
FIGURE 26: Inspecting the cooling assembly pins on the underside of the motherboard 79
FIGURE 27: Motherboard battery 80
FIGURE 28: Removing the fan 82
FIGURE 29: Removing/replacing the power supply 85
FIGURE 30: E-8100 HDD 88
FIGURE 31: Removing/replacing the HDD bracket 89
FIGURE 32: Removing the HDD from the HDD bracket 90
FIGURE 33: Component Sled with switch bank assembly 92
FIGURE 34: Removing/replacing the Component Sled from the chassis 93
FIGURE 35: Removing/replacing the switch bank assembly 94
FIGURE 36: E-8100 DVD drive 96
FIGURE 37: Removing/replacing the DVD drive 97
FIGURE 38: Troubleshooting the system 115
FIGURE 39: E-8100 external cable connections 117
FIGURE 40: Normal startup sequence 124
FIGURE 41: E-8100 installed on the furniture 145

PREFACE 9
PREFACE
The Installation and Service Guide is intended for authorized Color Controller E-8100
and copier service technicians installing or servicing the Color Controller E-8100.
If you are not an authorized service technician, do not attempt to install or service the
Color Controller E-8100. Electronics for Imaging, Inc. does not warrant the performance of
the Color Controller E-8100 if it is installed or serviced by non-authorized personnel.
NOTE: The term “E-8100” is used throughout this guide to refer to the
Color Controller E-8100. The term “copier” is used to refer to the Copier Main Unit.
E-8100 customer media pack
The E-8100 customer media pack contains the following:
• System Software media (includes the Microsoft Windows XPe OS and Fiery Server
Software; for service use only)
•UserSoftwaremedia
• Feature Update CD (for service use only)
•PrintedWelcome documentation
•PrintedSecure Erase Administration Guide
•PrintedRelease Notes
•Otherdocumentation

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About the documentation
The documentation for the E-8100 is described in the following sections.
Service documentation
The scope of the Installation and Service Guide is limited to describing how to install E-8100
hardware and system software and how to service and troubleshoot the E-8100. The
Troubleshooting chapter focuses on individual hardware components of the E-8100
hardware, as well as the E-8100 connection to the network and the copier.
Details about the copier, the network, remote computers, software applications,
and Microsoft Windows XPe are beyond the scope of this guide.
For details about the content, terminology, and conventions of this guide, see the sections
beginning on page 11.
Customer documentation
Customer documentation (also known as “user documentation”) is designed primarily for
users and administrators. It also contains information that may be useful to service
technicians; therefore, cross-references to the customer documentation are included in the
Installation and Service Guide.
Service technicians can obtain user documentation from the User Documentation CD. Client
users can obtain user documentation by using a Web browser to download documentation
files from the E-8100. The documents are provided as Adobe Acrobat PDF (Portable
Document Format) files, which are indexed and cross-referenced. In addition, some E-8100
utilities (such as Command WorkStation) offer built-in Help.
For a complete description of the E-8100 user documentation, see Welcome on the User
Documentation CD.

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About this guide
The Installation and Service Guide is organized into the following topics:
•Preface
General information, including a list of precautions.
•Introduction
General description of the E-8100.
•Installation
Checking the customer site and unpacking the E-8100; installing and connecting the
E-8100.
•Using the E-8100
Overview of the E-8100 functions and user interfaces; printing system pages; shutting
down and restarting the E-8100.
•Service Procedures
Removal and replacement procedures for E-8100 components; restoring and verifying
functionality.
•System and User software
Overview of the system software; installing system and user software; backing-up and
restoring configuration settings; updating system and user software.
•Troubleshooting
Common problems and ways of correcting them; startup error messages; general system
error conditions.
•Specifications
E-8100 specifications.
•Preparing the copier to connect to the E-8100
Installing the Gigabit Ethernet board in the copier; changing the copier Service Program
mode; installing the “fierydriven®” key top on the copier operation panel.
•Servicing the E-8100 with furniture (FACI option)
Assembly and disassembly instructions for systems mounted on the optional furniture
with the optional monitor attached.
NOTE: The E-8100 Installation and Service Guide is not intended for customer use. Do not
leave the Installation and Service Guide at the customer site after servicing the E-8100.

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About the illustrations in this guide
Illustrations reflect the current shipping version of the E-8100 at the time of publication.
Components shown in these illustrations are subject to change. To receive information about
any E-8100 components that do not match the illustrations in this guide, contact your
authorized service/support center.
Terminology and conventions
The following sections explain the terminology and conventions used throughout this guide.
Service technician
In this guide, responsibilities attributed to the service technician may include the following:
• Making sure that the customer site has an appropriate electrical outlet and sufficient
physical space for the E-8100
• Unpacking the E-8100
• Installing and connecting the E-8100
NOTE: The above functions may be performed by a trained rigger or service technician.
• Servicing the E-8100 components
• Installing system and user software on the E-8100
Network administrator
In this guide, responsibilities attributed to the network administrator include the following:
• Verifying that the customer site is network-ready
• Configuring E-8100 Network Setup options
• Configuring the connection between the E-8100 and the Command WorkStation
application installed on the E-8100
• Installing the user software shipped with the E-8100 onto the networked Windows and
Apple Mac OS computers that will print to it
• Configuring the connection between each remote computer and the E-8100

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E-8100 components
The terms “replace” and “replacing” are used throughout this guide to mean the reinstallation
of existing components. Install new components only when necessary.
The term “Control Panel” refers to the area on the front of the E-8100 including the green/
red activity light, the display window (LCD—liquid crystal display), and the buttons to the
left and right of the display window.
The term “LCD” refers to the display window of the E-8100 Control Panel.
The term “monitor” refers to the E-8100 optional flat panel monitor.
The term “DVD drive” (Digital Versatile Disk drive) refers to the E-8100 DVD drive.
The term “system software” refers to the following software installed on the E-8100 hard disk
drive (HDD):
For other terms used to identify components of the E-8100, see the reference key in Figure 12
on page 43.
Connectors and components labeled “not used”
Connectors and components labeled “not used” are disabled or are not used in the standard
E-8100 configuration.
Document conventions
References to E-8100 user documentation, such as Configuration and Setup, are displayed in
italics. The user documentation files are installed from the User Documentation CD.
NOTE: The note format highlights important messages and additional information.
The warning icon indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not
followed, could result in death or serious injury.
The caution icon indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not
followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to equipment.

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Precautions
Always observe the following general precautions when installing and servicing the E-8100:
• Avoid pressing the surface of the LCD.
Applying excessive pressure to the LCD window will cause it to change color.
• Use a soft cloth moistened with Lens and Mirror Cleaner to clean the surface of the E-8100
display window.
Other solvents, such as water, may damage the polarizer on the display window.
WARNING: Never lift the E-8100 by grasping the top panel. The top panel does not support
the weight of the system.
ATTENTION: Ne jamais soulever le serveur d’impression par sa partie supérieure : celle-ci ne peut pas supporter le poids du système.
AVVERTENZA: Il server di stampa non deve essere mai sollevato afferrandolo dal pannello superiore, in quanto quest’ultimo non
può sostenere il peso dell’intero sistema.
WARNUNG: Heben Sie den Druckserver nicht an der oberen Gehäuseabdeckung an. Die obere Gehäuseabdeckung ist nicht dafür
ausgelegt, das Gesamtgewicht des Systems zu tragen.
DVERTENCIA: No levante nunca el servidor de impresión agarrándolo por el panel superior. El panel superior no soporta el peso
del sistema.
ADVERTÊNCIA: Nunca erga o servidor de impressão pelo painel superior. O painel superior não suporta o peso do sistema.
WAARSCHUWING: Til de afdrukserver nooit op door het bovenpaneel vast te nemen. Het bovenpaneel kan het gewicht van het
systeem niet dragen.
• When connecting or disconnecting the power cord:
–Only use the power cord that shipped with the E-8100 or an appropriate replacement
power cord available from an authorized provider.
–Always disconnect the power cord from the E-8100 back panel before opening the unit and
servicing internal components.
–Do not pull on the power cord when unplugging the E-8100. Pull the plug instead.
–Do not place objects on the power cord. Place the power cord away from foot traffic.
–Do not tamper with or disable the power cord grounding plug.
–Do not use a 3-prong adapter in a 2-hole ungrounded outlet.
–Do not use an extension cord.
–Do not plug the E-8100 into a circuit with heating or refrigeration equipment (including
water dispensers).
–Do not plug the E-8100 into a switchable power outlet. This can result in the E-8100 being
turned off accidentally.
• Never set any liquid on or near the E-8100 or copier. If liquid is spilled into the E-8100 or
copier, disconnect the power cord immediately.
• Do not attempt to open the power supply, DVD drive, or hard disc drive (HDD).

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• Handle the E-8100 LCD window with care.
If the E-8100 LCD window breaks and the liquid crystal inside leaks out, avoid contact with
it. If you come in contact with the liquid crystal, wash it off your skin with soap and water
immediately.
• Use care when handling parts of the E-8100, as some edges on the unit may be sharp.
• Do not install third-party applications onto the E-8100. Third-party applications are not
supported and can cause system problems. Although virus scans are permitted on the E-8100,
virus-protection software should not be loaded in memory-resident mode.
• Do not change the Windows XPe preference settings.
Depending on the changes made, the E-8100 may become unstable or even unusable. If this
occurs, we recommend that you reinstall the E-8100 System Software, which reliably restores
the Windows XPe system to its factory defaults.
• Never alter an existing network without permission.
The E-8100 will probably be connected to an existing Local Area Network (LAN) based on
Ethernet hardware. The network is the link between the customer’s computer, existing laser
printers, and other prepress equipment. Never disturb the LAN by breaking or making a
network connection, altering termination, installing or removing networking hardware or
software, or shutting down networked devices without the knowledge and explicit permission
of the system or network administrator or the shop supervisor.
• Unless you are the network administrator, never assign an IP address in E-8100 Network
Setup.
In a DHCP environment, the system assigns the IP address automatically. In a non-DHCP
environment, you should enter only the IP address that has been assigned by the network
administrator. Only the network administrator should assign an IP address to a network
device. Assigning the E-8100 an incorrect IP address may cause unpredictable errors on any or
all devices connected to the network.

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Creating an ESD safe environment
• Follow standard ESD (electrostatic discharge) precautions while working on the internal
components of the E-8100.
Static is always a concern when servicing electronic devices. It is highly unlikely that the area
around the copier and the E-8100 is static-free. Carpeting, leather-soled shoes, synthetic
clothing fibers, silks, and plastics may generate a static charge of more than 10,000 volts.
Static discharge is capable of destroying the circuits etched in silicon microchips, or
dramatically shortening their life span. By observing standard precautions, you may avoid
extra service calls and save the cost of a new board.
When possible, work on a ground-connected antistatic mat. Wear an antistatic grounding
strap, grounded at the same place as the antistatic mat. If that is not possible, do the
following:
• Attach a grounding strap to your wrist. Attach the other end to a good ground.
• When you unpack the E-8100 from the carton for the first time, touch a metal area of the
copier to discharge the static on your body.
• Before you remove any of the E-8100 panels and handle internal components, touch a
metal part of the E-8100.
• Leave new electronic components inside their antistatic bags until you are ready to install
them. When you remove components from an antistatic bag, place them on a grounded
antistatic surface, component-side up.
• When you remove an electronic component, place it in an antistatic bag immediately. Do
not walk across a carpet or vinyl floor while carrying an unprotected board.
• Handle printed circuit boards by their opposing edges only and avoid touching the contacts
on the edge of the board.

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Power Supply Cord Notice
CAUTION: The power supply cord is used as the main disconnect device. Ensure that the socket-outlet is located/installed near the
equipment and is easily accessible.
ATTENTION: Le cordon d’alimentation doit être débranché pour une mise hors tension totale du produit. La prise de courant doit
être située ou installée à proximité du matériel et être facilement accessible.
ATTENZIONE: Il cavo di alimentazione deve essere scollegato per interrompere completamente la corrente. Accertarsi che la presa
di corrente si trovi o sia installata vicino alla macchina e sia facilmente accessibile.
ACHTUNG: Der Netzstecker dient zur sicheren Trennung des Gerätes von der Stromversorgung. Stellen Sie sicher, dass
sich die Steckdose in unmittelbarer Nähe des Gerätes befindet und leicht zugänglich ist.
CUIDADO: El cable de alimentación eléctrica se utiliza como dispositivo de desconexión principal. Asegúrese de que el enchufe-
toma esté situado/instalado cerca del equipo y que sea fácilmente accesible.
CUIDADO: O cabo de força é usado como dispositivo principal de desconexão. Assegure-se de que a saída de energia
esteja localizada/instalada próxima ao equipamento e facilmente acessível.
VOORZICHTIG: Het netsnoer moet worden uitgetrokken om de stroomvoorziening te onderbreken. Zorg ervoor dat het
stopcontact zich dicht bij het apparaat bevindt en gemakkelijk toegankelijk is.
Lithium Battery Notice
CAUTION There is a danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Replace a battery only with the same type
recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations.
ACHTUNG: Es besteht Explosionsgefahr, wenn die Batterie durch eine Batterie falschen Typs ersetzt wird. Als Ersatz dürfen nur
vom Hersteller empfohlene Batterien gleichen oder ähnlichen Typs verwendet werden. Verbrauchte Batterien müssen entsprechend
den jeweiligen gesetzlichen Bestimmungen entsorgt werden.
ATTENTION: Il y a risque d’explosion si la pile est remplacée par un modèle qui ne convient pas. Remplacez-la uniquement par le
modèle recommandé par le constructeur. Débarrassez-vous des piles usées conformément aux réglementations locales en vigueur.
ADVARSEL!: Litiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Batteriet må kun udskiftes med et andet batteri af samme
fabrikat og type. Brugte batterier skal bortskaffes i henhold til gældende regler.
VAROITUS: Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on vaihdetaan väärän tyyppiseen paristoon. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan
suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo paikallisten määräysten mukaisesti.
ADVARSEL: Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av
apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til lokal lovgivning.
VARNING: Risk för explosion om batteriet byts ut mot en felaktig batterityp! Byt bara ut batteriet mot en batterityp som har
godkänts av tillverkaren. Hantera använda batterier enligt lokal miljölagstiftning.
CUIDADO: Existe peligro de explosión si la batería se sustituye por una batería del tipo incorrecto. Sustituya la batería sólo por una
batería del mismo tipo que recomienda el fabricante. Deseche las baterías usadas respetando la normativa local.
ATTENZIONE: Esiste pericolo di esplosione se la batteria viene sostituita con una di tipo non corretto. Sostituirla solamente con un
tipo raccomandato dal produttore. Lo smaltimento delle batterie usate deve essere eseguito secondo le normative locali.
AVISO: Existe o perigo de explosão se a bateria for substituída por uma do tipo incorreto. Substitua somente por uma do tipo
recomendado pelo fabricante. Descarte as baterias conforme as normas locais.
GEVAAR: Er bestaat ontploffingsgevaar indien de batterij door een verkeerd type wordt vervangen. Vervang de batterij uitsluitend
door hetzelfde door de fabrikant aanbevolen type. Ruim gebruikte batterijen op volgens de plaatselijke voorschriften.

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Short Circuit Protection
WARNING: This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that a fuse or circuit
breaker no larger than 120 VAC, 15A U.S. (240 VAC, 10A international) is used on the phase conductors
(all current-carrying conductors).
ATTENTION : La protection contre les courts-circuits (surtension) du produit est assurée par l’installation électrique du local où il
est installé. S’assurer qu’un fusible ou un disjoncteur inférieur ou égal à 120 V CA , 15 A aux Etats-Unis (240 V CA, 10 A dans les
autres pays) est utilisé pour les conducteurs de phase (conducteurs de courant).
AVVERTENZA: La protezione contro i short-circuit (sovracorrente) del prodotto dipende dall’impianto elettrico dell’edificio in cui
è installato. Accertarsi che sui conduttori di fase (che portano la corrente) venga utilizzato un fusibile o interruttore non superiore a
120 Vc.a., 15 A negli Stati Uniti (240 Vc.a., 10 A internazzionale).
WARNUNG: Dieses Produkt ist darauf angewiesen, dass im Gebäude ein Kurzschluss- bzw. Überstromschutz installiert ist. Stellen
Sie sicher, dass eine Sicherung oder ein Unterbrecher von nicht mehr als 240 V Wechselstrom, 10 A (bzw. in den USA 120 V
Wechselstrom, 15 A) an den Phasenleitern (allen stromführenden Leitern) verwendet wird.
DVERTENCIA: Este producto depende de la instalación del edificio en lo relativo a la protección frente a cortocircuitos
(sobretensión). Asegúrese de utilizar un fusible o un interruptor de circuito que no sea de más de 120 V CA, 15A en EE.UU. (240 V
CA, 10A internacional) en los conductores de fase (todos los conductores que transportan corriente).
ADVERTÊNCIA: Esse produto depende da instalação de proteção contra curto-circuito (sobrecarga) do edifício. Assegure-se de que
um fusível ou disjuntor de até 120 VAC, 15A U.S. (240 VAC, 10 A internacional) seja usado nos condutores de fase (todos os
condutores de corrente).
WAARSCHUWING: Dit apparaat wordt tegen kortsluiting (overstroom) beveiligd via de elektrische installatie van het gebouw.
Zorg ervoor dat de fasegeleiders (alle stroomvoerende geleiders) beveiligd zijn met een zekering of stroomonderbreker met
een maximale capaciteit van 120 V wisselstroom, 15 A in de V.S. (240 V wisselstroom, 10 A internationaal).
Tools you will need
To install or service the E-8100, you will need the following tools and parts:
• ESD wrist grounding strap and antistatic mat
• Flathead screwdriver
• #0, #1, and #2 Phillips head screwdrivers
• Needlenose pliers
• E-8100 documentation, including the customer media pack and any related
service bulletins
Avoid touching magnetic tools to storage media such as hard disk drives. Contact between
magnetic tools and magnetic storage media may result in data corruption.

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INTRODUCTION
The E-8100 adds computer connectivity and highly efficient Adobe PostScript 3 color
printing capability to the copier. It is optimized for high-speed network communications,
processing, rasterization, and printing of continuous tone color and monochrome pages.
Features
The E-8100, as an integral part of a color printing system, enables users to:
• Send images over AppleTalk and TCP/IP networks to print on E-8100 supported devices.
• Spool print jobs and select a printing priority for each job. Users can control spooled print
jobs sent to the E-8100 with remote user software running on networked Windows and
Mac OS computers.
• Print color, grayscale, and black-and-white jobs.
• Use the copier as a high-resolution color scanner with Fiery Scan software.
• Use 136 resident fonts (126 Adobe Type 1 PostScript and 10 TrueType), plus two Adobe
Multiple Master fonts used for font substitution when printing PDF files. Command
WorkStation or any third-party LaserWriter downloader, such as the Adobe Font
Downloader, can be used to download additional fonts.
• Use built-in ColorWise color management and NetWise network features.
The E-8100 also supports the Microsoft version of Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) for
Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista, and e-mail printing.
FIGURE 1: Printing system
The E-8100 is one of several imaging products engineered and manufactured by Electronics
for Imaging, Inc.
E-8100
Copier Networked computers
or workstations

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How the E-8100 operates
The E-8100 enables the customer to use the copier as a high-performance, networked
PostScript color printer and scanner. Users at the customer site can print to the E-8100 from
networked Windows computers, Mac OS computers, and networked UNIX workstations
running TCP/IP.
The E-8100 custom-designed boards and system software provide efficient image processing
and printing controls. The main functions of E-8100 components and software are described
in the following paragraphs.
The E-8100 uses the motherboard and a custom video board to process image data for
printing and scanning images.
The motherboard includes an Intel Core 2 Duo 2.13GHz CPU that controls the image data
transfer to and from the motherboard and runs the interpreter. The interpreter rasterizes the
page description file and compresses the image pattern into memory using compression
technology.
The interpreter outputs compressed raster data through the image frame buffer memory to
the E-8100 video board. The video board decompresses the image data and sends it to the
copier through a crossover copier interface cable connected to the upper RJ-45 on the E-8100
back panel. The raster data is supplied to the copier, which then renders the final image on
paper at full rated engine speed.
High-speed DIMMs (dual in-line memory modules) on the motherboard hold the image data
during printing. The E-8100 is configured with two 1GB DIMMs for a total of 2GB of
memory.
When Fiery Scan uses the copier as a scanner, the E-8100 acquires RGB (red, green, and blue)
image data from the copier, stores it in memory, and transmits it to the computer that
requested the scan.