COPYRIGHT © 2001CANON INC. 2000 2000 2000 2000 CANON iR8500/7200 REV.1 AUG. 2001CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING6-2037.5 Formatting the HDDIf you have replaced the HDD, you must format it and then download the system soft-ware, RUI, and language.7.5.1 Making ConnectionsThe discussions that follow assume the use of a parallel cable:1) Using a parallel cable, connect the PC to the parallel connector on the left side of thecontroller.• At this time, the PC must remain OFF.• Connect the 25-pin connector of the bi-Centronics cable to the PC and the 36-pin con-nector to the machine.2) Turn on the PC, and start up the Service Support Tool.3) Connect the machine’s power plug to the power outlet; while holding down ‘2’ and ‘8’of the keypad at the same time, turn on the main power switch.7.5.2 Starting Formatting1) Under ‘Downloading/Uploading’, select ‘To Next’.F06-705-01
