Installing Hardware Options

Installing Hardware Options

This section assists you in installing common printer connectivity modules and media handling options.

IMPORTANT:

To simplify and speed up the setup process, install all connectivity modules and media handling options before setting up and using the printer for the first time.

It is strongly recommended that you update the printer’s firmware after the printer has completed the setup process. Many of these options have internal firmware that requires an update to operate properly with the printer’s Main Logic Board’s installed firmware version.

Field Installable ZD411T Accessories and Options

The printer supports a wide variety of user upgrade kits for connectivity, media handling, and power options.

Printer Connectivity Modules

The connectivity module access door must be removed prior to installing the following options – Accessing the Connectivity Module Slot .

• Wireless Connectivity Module - Installing the Wireless Connectivity Module

• Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.2, BTLE 5, and MFi 3.0

Media Handling Options

The printer standard bezel must be removed prior to installing the following options –

Removing the

Standard Bezel

.

• Label Dispenser (Peel-Off Liner and Present Label for Operator) -

Installing the Label Dispenser

• General Purpose Media Cutter – Installing the Standard Media Cutter

• Media Roll Adapters for 38.1 mm (1.5 in.), 50.8 mm (2.0 in.), or 76.2 mm (3.0 in.) inner diameter media cores - Media Roll Core Size Adapters

Power Base Options

The printer supports a power base field upgrade kit for the printers.

• Battery Power Base (battery pack sold separately) –

Installing the Attached Battery Base Options

• Battery Pack (battery power base sold separately) –

Installing the Battery into the Attached Power Base

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Printer Connectivity Modules

The connectivity modules can be easily installed without tools.

CAUTION—ESD: The discharge of electrostatic energy that accumulates on the surface of the human body or other surfaces can damage or destroy the printhead and other electronic components used in this device. You must observe static-safe procedures when working with the printhead or the electronic components under the top cover.

Power Failure Recovery Mode Jumper (OFF by Default)

All of the Printer Connectivity Modules have a Power Failure Recovery jumper. It is set to the OFF position by default. With the jumper set to ON, the printer will automatically Power ON when plugged into an active

(ON) AC power source (and not powered off).

• See

ZD411T Standard Interface Controls

on page 32 – Power Button - Power Failure Recovery Mode for power ON/OFF behaviors.

• See

Setting the Power Failure Recovery Mode Jumper on page 121 for instructions on activating the

mode

NOTE: The Power Failure Recovery Mode is only available on printers with a Printer Connectivity

Module installed in the printer.

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Configuring Wired Connectivity Options and Power Failure Recovery

Mode

Use this reference to assist in upgrading, reconfiguring, troubleshooting the printer; and setting the Power

Failure Recovery Mode on the connectivity option cards.

Accessing the Connectivity Module Card or Empty Slot

CAUTION—HOT SURFACE: The printhead becomes hot while printing. To protect from damaging the printhead and risk of personal injury, avoid touching the printhead. Only use the cleaning pen to perform printhead maintenance.

Installation Preparation – No tools are needed for this procedure.

• Disconnect the DC power plug from the rear of the printer.

• Remove any interface cables and USB devices from the printer to protect you and the printer.

• This will help avoid accidents and damage to the printer and you.

Open the module access door by pushing down on the top of the door with your fingertip. This releases the latch. Pull the door down and away from the printer.

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Removing a Connectivity Module Card

The module cards have a hole punched into the edge of the module card to pull the card out. Use your fingers, a connected cable connector body, or a pointy-tipped object to pry the card out. 

The Serial Port Module requires the use of fingers, a scribe, or a small flat-bladed screwdriver to pry the card out. 

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Setting the Power Failure Recovery Mode Jumper

NOTE:

The Power Failure Recovery Mode is only available on printers with a Printer Connectivity Module installed in the printer.

The Printer Connectivity Modules have a Power Failure Recovery jumper set to OFF. With the jumper set to ON, the printer will automatically Power ON when plugged into an active (ON) AC power source.

Move the AUTO (Power Failure Recovery Mode) jumper from the OFF position to the ON.

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1 – Default: Power Failure Recovery Mode is OFF 2 – Power Failure Recovery Mode is ON

Installing a Connectivity Module Card

Push the circuit card in slowly but firmly until the card is just past the inside lip of the access door.

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Installing a Connectivity Module Door

Align the bottom of the door to the bottom lip of the module access opening. Swing the door up and snap the cover closed. The locking tabs hook to the base under the inserted module card.

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Installing the Wireless Connectivity Module

Use this procedure to install the Wireless Connectivity Module.

CAUTION—ESD: The discharge of electrostatic energy that accumulates on the surface of the human body or other surfaces can damage or destroy the printhead and other electronic components used in this device. You must observe static-safe procedures when working with the printhead or the electronic components under the top cover.

Installation Preparation

1.

Remove the media roll from the Media Roll Holder.

2.

Disconnect the DC power plug from the rear of the printer.

3.

Remove any interface cables and USB devices

No tools are needed for this procedure.

Accessing the Wireless Connectivity Area

1.

Turn the printer over to access the Wireless Connectivity Door.

2.

Open the module access door by pushing the latch at the top of the door. The printer base has a recessed area for your fingertip. This releases the latch. Lift and swing the door up to remove it.

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3.

Align the antenna arm (1) into the well. Lower and align the module to the printer's Wi-Fi connector (3).

Push the module (2) in gently but firmly until fully seated.

1 1

2

3

NOTE: The Wireless Connectivity Door will not close correctly if the module has not been fully seated.

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4.

Push the door to lock the latch.

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5.

Place the three labels included on the bottom of the printer (1). These labels (2 and 3) assist with the printer configuration (and later reconfiguration) of the printer. Mobile apps, use of scanners, and printer support are aided by these printer configuration labels.

1

3

2

Re-connect the printer's power and interface cables after all hardware upgrade kits have been added to the printer.

NOTE: It is recommended that you update the printer firmware to verify that the printer and wireless module are at the same and latest version. See

Updating Printer Firmware on page

144.

ATTENTION:

The Wireless Connectivity Module needs to have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth configured for use to communicate with the printer.

The printer by default is set to operate on a Wi-Fi network or  Ethernet LAN with DHCP used for personal networks. The network automatically provides a new network IP address each time the printer is turned on. The Windows printer driver uses a Static IP address to connect to the printer and is usually used in controlled networking environments. See

Setting Up the Wi-Fi Print Server

Option on page 96.

See  the following manuals on the Zebra website at zebra.com/manuals .

• Wired and Wireless Print Server User Guide

• Bluetooth Wireless Guide

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Media Handling Options

Use these easy-to-add media options to modify the printer to your media needs.

The printer will verify any hardware changes and configure the printer as needed during restart.

• The printer will not detect Media Roll Core Size Adapter addition or changes.

• These media options do not require removal for normal operation and cleaning.

• ZD Series Cutters are self-cleaning by design and do not require internal cleaning with the use of Zebra media and supplies.

NOTE: You should not remove and replace Media Handling Options as a general practice. Only remove for repairs.

CAUTION—ESD: The discharge of electrostatic energy that accumulates on the surface of the human body or other surfaces can damage or destroy the printhead and other electronic components used in this device. You must observe static-safe procedures when working with the printhead or the electronic components under the top cover.

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Installing Dispense, Cut, and Tear Media Handling Options

The printer uses a common installation and mounting method for the label dispensers, cutter, and label tear-off printer option kits.

Removing Media Handling Options

To protect you and the printer, before installing, reconfiguring, or troubleshooting media handling options in your print please do the following.

• Remove the media roll from the Media Roll Holder.

• Disconnect the DC power plug from the rear of the printer.

• Remove any interface cables and USB devices.

Tools Required:

Upgrade kits come with a common T10 hexolobular Allen-style wrench.

IMPORTANT: You should not remove and replace connectivity modules as a general practice.

IMPORTANT: The printer will verify any hardware changes and configure the printer as needed during restart.  For optimal printer performance, update the printer’s firmware immediately after

the printer’s initial setup is done or after upgrading the printer is completed. See Updating Printer

Firmware

on page 144.

The standard Tear option bezel is removed the same as other media handling printer options.

1.

Turn the printer upside down. Remove the two mounting screws.

2.

Slide the bezel along the front of the printer about 12.5 mm (0.5 in.) towards the printer base. Pull the loose bezel straight out the front of the printer.

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Installing Media Handling Options

See the illustrations for attaching media option bezels to the printer.

1.

Center and push the module onto the front of the printer and slide it into the front of the printer.

2.

Attach the option module to the printer with the two screws.

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Installing a Label Dispenser

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Installing a Media Cutter

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Media Roll Core Size Adapters

This option kit modifies the printer to use media rolls with larger inner roll core diameters.

The media roll adapters option kit includes the screws to attach them. The kits are for the following inner diameter media cores:

• 38.1 mm (1.5 in.)

• 50.8 mm (2.0 in.)

• 76.2 (3.0 in.)

Adapter Usage

• The adapters are intended to be permanently installed in the printer.

• Adapters may be changed to support other media roll sizes.

• The adapters may loosen if they are changed too many times.

• Remove any debris from the media roll bay before placing a new media roll.

Installing Media Roll Adapters

1.

Each roll holder gets one adapter.

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2.

Place the adapter onto the roll holder.

3.

Attach the adapter to the roll holder using a screw.

4.

Tighten the screw until there is no gap between the adapter and the roll holder. Do not tighten beyond this point. Over tightening will strip the thread.

5.

Repeat for the other adapter and roll holder.

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Example of a label roll (1) placed on the adapters.

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Installing the Attached Battery Base Options

Easily attach the printer battery base to the printer. The battery is sold separately.

• Remove any media rolls from the printer.

• Remove the DC power cable from the back of the printer.

• Remove any attached printer interface cables.

1.

Turn the printer over and align the battery base to the bottom of the printer with the printer power plug oriented toward the rear of the printer. The printer’s rubber feet align with recesses at the top of the battery base.

2.

Use the two screws provided to attach the battery base to the printer. Tighten the screws using the T10 hexolobular wrench.

The battery is now ready to be installed in the printed battery base.

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Installing the Battery into the Attached Power Base

Describes how to add the battery to the battery base attached to the printer.

IMPORTANT: The printer must have an Attached Battery Base securely installed to the printer to keep it from damaging the printer or battery.

IMPORTANT: Batteries are shipped in Shutdown Mode for safety and to keep the battery from discharging during storage and shipping. The battery requires charging prior to initial use with the printer.

1.

Disconnect the printer’s external power supply from the DC Power Input located in the rear of the printer.

2.

Slide the battery into the battery base’s battery slot. Push the battery into the base until the battery pack is flush with the rear of the battery base, and the connectors on the battery pack are engaged with the ports on the back of the printer. The battery latch (1) locks the battery in place.

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3.

Attach the printer’s power supply to the battery to wake up the battery from Shutdown Mode and begin its initial charge.

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4.

Charge the battery. The battery must be fully charged before its first use.

See

Battery Indicators and Controls

on page 37 to learn how to:

• Turn the battery on.

• Discover battery charge-saving features and behaviors.

• Check the battery’s charge level and health.

5.

The printer will take approximately two hours to reach a full charge. The battery status (health) indicator

(lightning bolt) will go from Amber (Charging) to Green (Charged)

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