Specifications

Part 1: Installation and Setup

1-1 System Requirement

Although processing large image files places heavy demands on host computers, Roland COLORIP will run reliably on

old and slow computers with as little as 64 megabytes of memory. However, this does not mean that it is a good idea to

use such an old computer, because slower systems will not likely be able to provide adequate speed to drive the latest

printers.

We recommend as fast computer system as possible. The principle to keep in mind is that the faster the CPU, the faster

the software will process your images. Therefore, it is advisable to buy the fastest computer you can. While more RAM

will also help speed up the processing, it is the speed of the CPU that directly affects how fast the software runs. If you

are processing large files over 100 MB in size, it is advisable to upgrade to 256 or 512 MB of memory.

MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

• Pentium 133 MHz CPU

• 64 MB RAM

• 2 Gigabyte Hard Drive

• Windows 2000 or XP

Network Connections

It has become common to connect high-end inkjet printers via ethernet. What is overlooked is that a single high-end

inkjet printer can demand well over 500 kilobytes per second for long periods of time. This is a sustained data-rate that

can seriously impact your network, especially if you are set up with an older 10Base-T arrangement. Data may then fail

to reach your printer fast enough, causing problems such as pausing of the print head.

For network printing, we recommend the use of 100Base-T ethernet cards that install on the PCI bus of the computer

running Roland COLORIP. We also suggest the use of 100Base-T switches (not hubs).

You should consider connecting Roland COLORIP to these printers on an isolated network with its own switch and

cables, and with a dedicated network card in the computer running the Roland COLORIP software. Isolating heavy

traffic will improve overall network performance.

RECOMMENDED SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

• Pentium4 1500 MHz CPU or faster

• 256 to 512 MB RAM

• 40 Gigabyte or larger Hard Drive

• Windows 2000 or XP

Available Operating Systems

Although Roland COLORIP will run under Windows 2000/XP, it will not run on a Macintosh. If you use Apple computers to

create your images, you can use PC-to-Mac connectivity software, such as Miramar's PC MacLAN, Thursby's Dave, or Win-

dows 2000 Server to connect your Mac and PC over a network.