I've done it before with good results.
Once I had the network connection, I found there was no need for the slower
RS232.
Only drawback I found was occasional MIO errors when one connection or the other
didn't respond for a while.



John Burke wrote:

> > From: David T Darnell [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
> >
> > I have requested our Ops to add a network printer to a
> > laserjet with a JetDirect card.
> >
> > The printer is already an RS-232 printer via DTC.
> >
> > I have asked to retain the existing definition, plus add as a
> > new LDEV/DEVCLASS as a network printer.
> >
> > HP is advising that this will not work.
> >
> > What opinions?
> >
>
> I do not see any reason why this would not work. While not entirely the same
> situation, we've had Laserjets functioning as serial DTC printer and
> networked NT printer simultaneously with no problem.
>
> The only thing I can think of is if you are planning to use an external
> JetDirect box connected to the printer's parallel port, you might not be
> able to use both the serial and parallel ports. But if it is an internal
> JetDirect card it should work just fine. Did HP give you a reason?
>
> John
>
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