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J4135A HPE JetDirect 1-Port RS-232 Serial & LocalTalk Print Server Card

SKU:

J4135A

Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Internal print server card with RS-232 serial port and LocalTalk slot
  • Enables network connectivity for serial and LocalTalk printers
  • Fits into compatible HPE laser printers and MFPs
  • Supports seamless integration with various network environments
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$110.68
Product Overview

The J4135A HPE JetDirect card integrates serial and LocalTalk printer connectivity into networked environments, fitting inside select HPE printers. It acts as a practical interface allowing legacy print devices to operate smoothly over Ethernet, supporting mixed printer setups without complex reconfiguration.

General Information
Brand HPE
Technical Information
Product Type Printer Interconnect PCA
Data Center Bridging No
Number of Ports 2-Port (Dual)
Network Management SNMP
Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor Mezzanine Card
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished
Miscellaneous
Assembly Required No
Compliance Standards WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC


Product Description

The J4135A HPE JetDirect print server card provides network connectivity for printers using either a serial RS-232 port or a LocalTalk interface. It is commonly found integrated within compatible HPE laser printers and multifunction devices, acting as a bridge between legacy printer interfaces and modern network protocols.

Built for IT administrators and organizations managing mixed printer fleets, this internal card helps extend the lifespan of existing peripheral devices while enabling smooth communication over Ethernet networks. It often appears in office environments where a combination of older serial and LocalTalk devices must coexist with newer network infrastructure.

Key Features

  • Offers one RS-232 serial port for direct serial printer connections
  • Includes a LocalTalk slot enabling AppleTalk-compatible devices to connect
  • Designed for internal installation within supported HPE printers
  • Facilitates network printing by bridging legacy interfaces to Ethernet
  • Reliable performance supporting diverse printing protocols

This card plays an important role in environments where legacy printing equipment remains operational alongside modern networks. Its design ensures stable, consistent communication, helping maintain workflow continuity without needing to replace existing hardware.


Use Cases

The J4135A print server card is typically deployed in office and enterprise settings where older serial or LocalTalk printers are still in use. It benefits IT teams needing to maintain compatibility across varied printer interfaces while managing network printing centrally.

How It's Used:

  • Connecting vintage RS-232 serial printers to Ethernet-based office networks
  • Supporting AppleTalk LocalTalk printers within mixed protocol environments
  • Integrating legacy print devices in enterprise IT infrastructures
  • Extending the service life of specialized printers without network ports
  • Facilitating centralized printer management in environments with diverse hardware

By bridging older printer standards with modern network communication, this card enhances operational flexibility and reduces the need for costly equipment upgrades. It supports steady print services and simplifies network printer integration for IT administrators.


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J4135A HPE JetDirect 1-Port RS-232 Serial & LocalTalk Print Server Card
J4135A HPE JetDirect 1-Port RS-232 Serial & LocalTalk Print Server Card
$110.68