Lexmark PRO5500 What is Wi‑Fi Protected Setup?, Configuring Wi‑Fi Protected Setup manually

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Wireless networking

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Launching the Wireless Setup Utility

1Do the following:

In Windows 8

From the Search charm, type wireless setup utility, and then navigate to: Apps list > Wireless Setup Utility

In Windows 7 or earlier

aClick or Start.

bClick All Programs or Programs.

cSelect the printer program folder from the list, and then select Wireless Setup Utility.

2Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

Using the Wireless Setup Assistant (Macintosh only)

The Wireless Setup Assistant lets you:

Configure the printer to join an existing wireless network.

Add a printer to an existing ad hoc network.

Change the wireless settings after installation.

Install the printer on additional network computers.

Notes:

This application is applicable only in select printer models.

Make sure the printer is turned on.

Make sure the wireless network adapter installed in your printer is attached and working properly.

Do not connect the installation or network cables until prompted to do so by the setup software.

Make sure that you are using the latest version of the Wireless Setup Assistant application. For more information, visit www.lexmark.com.

Installing the Wireless Setup Assistant (Macintosh only)

1Download the latest version of the Wireless Setup Assistant application from http://support.lexmark.com.

2Doubleclick the downloaded software installer package.

3Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

Launching the Wireless Setup Assistant

1From the Finder, navigate to: Applications > select your printer folder

2Doubleclick Wireless Setup Assistant, and then follow the instructions on the computer screen.

Note: If you encounter problems while running the application, then click .

What is WiFi Protected Setup?

WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) is a simple and secure configuration that allows you to establish a wireless home network and enable network security without requiring prior knowledge of WiFi technology. It is no longer necessary to configure the network name (SSID) and WEP key or WPA passphrase for network devices.

Note: WPS supports only networks that communicate through access points (wireless routers).

The printer supports the following methods in connecting to a wireless network:

Personal Identification Number (PIN)—A PIN on the printer is entered into the wireless settings of the access point.

Push Button Configuration (PBC)—Buttons on both the printer and the access point are pushed within a given period of time.

Look for any of these identifier marks to check if your access point is WPS certified:

You can find these WPS logos on the side, back, or top of your access point.

For more information on accessing the wireless settings and determining the WPS capability of your access point, see the documentation that came with the access point or contact your system support person.

Configuring WiFi Protected Setup manually

Note: Make sure your access point (wireless router) is WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) certified. For more information, see the User’s Guide.

If your printer or device has not yet been configured for wireless connection and you want to configure it using WPS, then push the WPS button on the wireless router. Wait for the printer control panel to display a message to begin WPS configuration. There might be a short delay before the message appears. If nothing happens after 30 seconds, then do one of the following:

USE THE PUSH BUTTON CONFIGURATION (PBC) METHOD

1From the printer control panel, navigate to:

> Network Setup > Wireless Networking > WiFi Protected Setup > Push Button Method

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Configuring Wi‑Fi Protected Setup manuallyUsing the Wireless Setup Assistant Macintosh only USE the Personal Identification Number PIN Method Accessing the Embedded Web Server Using the Embedded Web ServerCustomizing printer settings Understanding the homeTransfer Protocol Secure Https connection Setup UsedWhat are SmartSolutions? Using SmartSolutionsCreating and customizing printer solutions Using SmartSolutionsIf Troubleshooting does not solve your problem TroubleshootingSetup troubleshooting Before you troubleshootRecovering the security PIN of the printer Software did not installReconnect the Printer Power Supply Print job does not print or is missing pagesPrinter is busy or does not respond Printer is printing blank pagesCannot delete documents from the print queue Cannot print through USBFax troubleshooting checklist Fax troubleshootingConnection checklist Cannot send faxesWireless troubleshooting checklist Network troubleshootingCannot receive faxes Cannot run the fax softwareCannot print over wireless network Printing a network setupLocating IP addresses Locating the printer IP addressCheck the Wireless Signal Quality Move Your Access Point Away from Other Electronic DevicesCheck Your Advanced Security Settings Make Sure Your Computer is Connected to Your Access PointFor Macintosh users with an AirPort base station For Macintosh users with an access pointTroubleshooting Router entry is typically the access point Ethernet network troubleshootingMake Sure the Wireless Port is Selected Make Sure Bidirectional Communication is EnabledCannot print to the network printer Trademarks Edition noticeOctober Lexmark International, Inc All rights reservedIndex IndexBin extender location