User's Guide

Section 5
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5 Ethernet option
5.1 Introduction
The Ethernet option for the CPI Card Group - Spectrum High Definition Card Printer/Encoder includes the
Ethernet port and the internal printer server.
Printer Management: The printer driver provides bi-directional status information so you can monitor and
manage the printer just as you would any other networked printer.
Compatibility: The Ethernet option provides compatibility with TCP/IP and 802.3 Ethernet protocols with
an IEEE 802.3 10/100 Base-T Ethernet female RJ45 connector.
Application: The Ethernet Option applies to the card printer/encoder. With the Ethernet option properly
installed and configured, these printers are able to print in the same manner as a printer directly
connected to the PC using a USB interface.
Note: Any reference to a specific printer name is for demo purposes only. Your printer name varies according
to what you are using.
5.2 Technical specification
The system requirements for Ethernet are as follows:
Caution: For safety purposes, Ethernet is not intended for a direct connection outside the building.
Function Requirement
Network An IEEE 802.3 10/100 Base-T Ethernet network is required.
Printer A printer with the Ethernet option installed is required.
Printer configuration Since TCP/IP is used for the network communication, the printer must be configured with an
IP address and a subnet mask (before it can be seen on the network).
An additional network setting for the default gateway can also be configured, which allows
communication across the subnets.
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is also supported for auto configuration.