Description
IBM 04F5246 4201 Printer Serial Interface Card 87X8594
This IBM serial interface card is an expansion module designed to add serial communication capability to IBM Proprinter impact printers. The card plugs into the printer's expansion slot and enables communication via RS-232 serial interface, allowing connection to IBM computer systems, terminals, and legacy control devices that require serial connectivity.
Specifications & What's Included
- Part Number: IBM 04F5246
- Secondary Part Number: 87X8594
- Card Type: Serial Interface Expansion Card
- Interface: RS-232 Serial
- Compatible Printers: IBM Proprinter 4201-001, 4201-002, 4202-001, 4202-002, 4207-001, 4208-001
- Form Factor: Printer Expansion Card (plugs into printer slot)
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Card only; power cable and documentation not included
Applications
IBM Proprinter impact printers were widely used in office and industrial environments from the 1980s through the 1990s for high-volume printing tasks. The 4201 and 4202 series printers were common in IBM mainframe and midrange computing environments, where they served as the standard hard-copy output device. This serial interface card allows these printers to be networked or directly connected to control systems, data collection equipment, and legacy IBM terminals via RS-232 serial protocol. Today, these cards are sought by vintage computer enthusiasts, museum curators, and organizations maintaining legacy IBM systems for historical or operational continuity reasons. The card represents the evolution of printer connectivity from proprietary parallel protocols to standardized serial interfaces.
This IBM 04F5246 serial interface card has been inspected and appears to be in good used condition. It was pulled from a working environment where it was previously in service. The card shows normal wear consistent with age and use. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
IBM |
Model: |
04F5246 |
MPN: |
87X8594 |
Type: |
Serial Interface Card |
SKU: |
13415 |
Compatible With: |
IBM Proprinter 4201-001, 4201-002, 4202-001 |
Compatible With 2: |
IBM Proprinter 4202-002, 4207-001, 4208-001 |
Interface Type: |
Serial / RS-232 |
Form Factor: |
Printer Expansion Card |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Condition: |
Used – Pulled from Working Environment |
Seller Notes: |
Expansion card only; power and cable not included |
Condition Notes: |
IBM 04F5246 serial interface card in good used condition. Inspected, pulled from working environment. Ready to ship. |