Setup guide

Making Connections
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Connecting the Machine to a Network
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Making Connections
Connect the machine to a computer or network using an interface cable which
supports bidirectional communication or a 100Base-TX or 10Base-T Ethernet
cable.
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock, disconnect the power cord from the power outlet,
before connecting an interface cable or network cable. (See Chapter 1, “Before
You Start Using This Machine,” in the Reference Guide.)
NOTE
This machine is not supplied with an interface cable or a network cable. Please purchase
the correct cable that is compatible with your computer or network.
Connecting to a Network
This machine has a built-in print server that is compatible with a TCP/IP network,
and allows you to use the machine as a network printer for UNIX and Windows. The
print server is supplied with a 100Base-TX/10Base-T port, which allows you to
connect it to a LAN (Local Area Network).
The connection examples in this section show you how to connect this machine to a
network, depending on the type of LAN.
IMPORTANT
In order to connect the machine to your network, you need a LAN cable and hub.
NOTE
• The print server of this machine is compatible with a NetWare network. For details,
contact your local authorized Canon dealer.
• The print server of this machine automatically detects the 100Base-TX or 10Base-T
interface connection.
• After connecting the network cable, perform the following procedures. For details on each
procedure, refer to the corresponding manual.
- Installing the printer driver. (See Chapter 2, “Getting Started,” in the PCL Driver Guide.)
- Date/time and system management settings. (See Chapter 1, “Before You Start Using
This Machine,” in the Facsimile Guide, and Chapter 4, “Restricting the Use of the
Machine,” in the Reference Guide.)
-Print server and network settings. (See Chapter 2, “Using a TCP/IP Network
(Windows/UNIX),” in the Network Guide.)