Setting Up a Computer for Printing (Windows/UNIX)
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Using a
TCP/IP Netw
o
rk
(Windo
ws/ UNIX/Macintosh)
IMPORTANT
•
Before setting the port, check that the machine is connected to the network, and
that the machine is turned ON.
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After this step is performed, your computer checks for a transmission mode
available for sending data to the machine. If your computer fails to transmit data to
the machine and displays an error message, click the [No] button, and then set the
byte count mode to off.
NOTE
•
You can specify a print queue in [Printer Name]. The following three print queues
are available:
- LP
The machine prints according to its spool settings. Normally enter LP as a print
queue.
- SPOOL
The machine prints only after spooling a print job on the hard disk regardless of
its spool settings.
- DIRECT
The machine prints without spooling a print job on the hard disk regardless of its
spool settings.
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Click the [OK] button to enable the settings.
The printer destination settings are completed.
Windows 2000/XP
1
Install the printer driver. (See the Driver Guide.)
When the dialog box for selecting the printer connection method appears, select
[Local printer], and then deselect [Automatically detect and install Plug and Play
printer]. Do not select [Network printer].
The port selection can be changed after installation. You can select any port,
such as [LPT1].
2
Open the [Printer Properties] dialog box.
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If you are using Windows 2000, on the [Start] menu, point to [Settings], and
then click [Printers].
If you are using Windows XP Professional, on the [Start] menu, click [Printers
and Faxes].
If you are using Windows XP Home Edition, on the [Start] menu, point to
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