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 Administrator perform steps 1 and 2 above.
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If you are printing using a TCP/IP network, you can use the following print applications:
- LPD (Line Printer Daemon)
- FTP (File Transfer Protocol)
-Raw (Windows 2000/XP only)
- IPP (Internet Printing Protocol) (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 you are configuring the basic protocol settings for the first time, use the operation panel
on your LASER CLASS 700 Series machine.
1
Connect the network cable. (See Chapter 1, “Before You Start Using This
Machine,” in the PCL Printer Guide.)
Connect the network cables in accordance to the directions specified in the PCL Printer Guide.
2
Specify the protocol settings. (See “Specifying Protocol Settings,” on p. 2-3.)
Specify the machine’s protocol settings using one of the following methods:
• The machine’s operation panel (Data Registration menu)
• NetSpot (Canon software provided with the optional Network Kit III)
• A web browser (Remote UI)
• ARP/PING commands
• An FTP Client
3
Specify the computer settings for printing. (See “Setting Up a Computer for
Printing,” on p. 2-22.)
Connect each computer you want to use for printing to a TCP/IP network, and install the printer driver
software.
