User Guide
TCP/IP Network Setup Procedures
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Using a TCP/IP Network (Windows/UNIX)
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TCP/IP Network Setup Procedures
To use a TCP/IP network, it is necessary to perform the following procedures.
IMPORTANT
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It is recommended that the network manager perform steps 1, 2, and 3 above.
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If you are printing using a TCP/IP network, you can use the following print applications:
- LPD
- FTP
-Raw (Windows 2000/XP only)
- IPP (Windows 95/98/Me/2000/XP only)
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This machine does not come with printer driver software that can be used for each UNIX
platform.
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If configuring the basic protocol settings for the first time, use the control panel of this
machine.
1
Network Cable Connection (See Chapter 1, "Before You Start Using This
Machine," in the PCL Printer Guide.)
Connect the network cables in accordance with the PCL Printer Guide.
2
Preparation for Protocol Settings (See "Preparation for Protocol Settings," on
p. 2-3.)
Specify the machine's basic protocol settings for communication between the machine and computers using
the machine. To specify the settings use:
• The machine's Control Panel (Additional Functions menu)
• NetSpot Device Installer (Canon utility software)
• ARP/PING commands
3
Protocol Settings (See "Protocol Settings," on p. 2-13.)
Specify the machine's advanced protocol settings. To specify the settings use:
• NetSpot Device Installer (Canon utility software)
• NetSpot Console (via a web browser) (Canon utility software)
• A web browser (Remote UI)
• An FTP client
4
Computer Settings for Printing (See "Setting Up a Computer for Printing," on
p. 2-21.)
Specify the settings for each computer you use for printing.