NEC PAGEWORKS 8E - Manual (Page 246)

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operating system
A program or group of programs that control the functions of the
computer and its peripheral devices such as the printer.
paper basis weight
The standard for specifying paper weight. The metric standard,
applicable to all grades of paper is gm/m
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. The U.S. system for
basis weight varies according to the grade of paper and is based
upon a 500 sheet ream. The measurement of weight in the U.S. is
pounds.
paper size guide(s)
Left and right sliding, adjustable holders that secure the paper onto
the paper tray.
paper support
A expansion tray for long-sized paper to be placed on the Tray 1.
paper transport roller
A rolling mechanism that carries the paper through the various
functions of the printer during the printing process.
parallel interface
An output/input port utilizing multiple data circuitry.
parallel interface connector
A connector that enables the transfer of data between the printer
and the computer.
peripheral device
Any device that can be attached to the computer, such as a printer.
power cord socket
Connects the power cord and the printer.
power switch
Turns power to the printer on and off.
printer
A peripheral device that outputs data from a computer onto paper
or other media.
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