Operation Manual

Chapter 4

Network Basics

Overview of Network Setup and Configuration

To set up and configure the network:

1. Connect the printer to the network using the recommended hardware and cables.

2. Turn on the printer and the computer.

3. Print the System Settings page and keep it for referencing network settings.

4. Install the driver software on the computer from the Software Disc. For information on driver

installation, see the section in this chapter for the specific operating system you are using.

5. Configure the printer’s TCP/IP address, which is required to identify the printer on the network.

❏ Microsoft

Windows

operating systems: Run the Installer on the Software Disc to

automatically set the printer’s IP address if the printer is connected to an established TCP/IP

network. You can also manually set the printer’s IP address on the operator panel.

❏ Mac OS

X and Linux systems: Manually set the printer’s TCP/IP address on the operator

panel.

6. Print a System Settings page to verify the new settings.