Epson AcuLaser C2000, Administrator'S Manual

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Connecting to the Network
Connecting the Internal Print Server to the
Network
This printer has the following host interfaces: an Ethernet
interface (Internal Print Server), a parallel interface, and an
optional Type B interface. You can use these host interfaces to
connect the printer to the network. See the
Reference Guide for the
location of the interfaces.
Ethernet I/F connector (Internal Print Server)
The Internal Print Server automatically selects either 10BaseT or
100BaseTX when the printer is turned on. You must use a shielded
twisted-pair cable (Category 5).
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Caution:
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Be sure to use a shielded twisted-pair cable (Category 5) to
connect the Internal Print Server to 100BaseTX and
10BaseT networks, otherwise the Internal Print Server may
malfunction.
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The RJ-45 connector cannot be used with a standard phone
line connection. Attempting to do so may damage your
equipment.
Parallel interface
The interface type is an IEEE 1284 bidirectional parallel interface.
You can connect the printer directly to a computer, and any client
can print through the computer.
Optional Type B interface
The printer has an optional Type B interface slot. See the Reference
Guide for what interface card models you can use with this printer
and how install them in your printer. For instructions on using
the interface card, see your interface card manual.