How To
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Network Guide
Installing Components on Your Computer
About Installing Components on Your Computer
Before configuring the network interface and printing from the computer, you need to install
the necessary components (such as TCP/IP, NetBEUI, etc.) and assign an IP address and
subnet mask for your computer, depending on the printing method you want to use. See
the section in this chapter appropriate for your operating system.
Windows XP
For Windows XP, use the following procedure to install the necessary components.
Note:
❏
The Windows XP CD-ROM may be required during the installation.
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When using TCP/IP or IPP for printing, you need to set the IP address, the subnet mask, and
the default gateway of the computer.
1. Click
Start
, highlight
Control Panel
, and then click
Network and Internet
Connections
. Select
Network Connections
.
2. Under
LAN or High-Speed Internet
, click the
Local Area Connection
icon.
3. Under
Network Tasks
, click
Change settings of this connection
.
