Xerox Phaser 6350 manual Setting Up the Network, Choosing a Connection Method, Network Connection

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Setting Up the Network

Setting Up the Network

This section includes:

■Choosing a Connection Method on page 2-3

■Connecting via Ethernet (Recommended) on page 2-3

■Connecting via USB on page 2-4

Choosing a Connection Method

Connect the printer to the network via Ethernet or USB. Hardware and cabling requirements vary for the different connection methods. Cabling and hardware are generally not included with your printer and must be purchased separately.

Connecting via Ethernet (Recommended)

Ethernet can be used for one or more computers. It supports many printers and systems on an Ethernet network. An Ethernet connection is recommended because it is faster than a USB connection. It also allows you direct access to CentreWare Internet Services (IS). CentreWare IS provides a simple interface that enables you to manage, configure, and monitor networked printers from your desktop using an embedded web server. For complete information about CentreWare IS, click the Help button in CentreWare IS to go to the CentreWare IS Online Help.

Network Connection

Depending on your particular setup, the following hardware and cabling is required for Ethernet.

■If you are connecting to one computer, an Ethernet RJ-45 crossover cable is required.

■If you are connecting to one or more computers with a hub, an Ethernet hub and two twisted-pair (category 5/RJ-45) cables are required.

■If you are connecting to one or more computers using a cable or DSL router, a cable or DSL router and two or more twisted-pair (category 5/RJ-45) cables are required. (One cable for each device.)

■If you are connecting to one or more computers with a hub, connect the computer to the hub with one cable, and then connect the printer to the hub with the second cable. Connect to any port on the hub except the uplink port.

TCP/IP and EtherTalk are the most common protocols used with Ethernet. To print using a TCP/IP protocol, each computer and printer requires a unique IP address.

See also:

Configuring the Network Address on page 2-5

Installing the Printer Drivers on page 2-9

Phaser® 6300/6350 Color Laser Printer

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Contents User Guide Page Contents Printing Basics Maintenance User Safety Index Printer Features Printer Parts Front-Right ViewRear-Left View Inside ViewDoors a and C Open Door B Open Available Configurations Printer ConfigurationsStandard Features Printer ConfigurationsAdditional Trays UpgradesOptions MemoryControl Panel Features Control PanelControl Panel Layout Menu Map Information PagesSample Pages More Information ResourcesInformation Source Xerox Support Centre CentreNetwork Basics Overview of Network Setup and Configuration Choosing a Connection Method Setting Up the NetworkConnecting via Ethernet Recommended Network ConnectionConnecting via USB Standalone Cable or DSL Network ConnectionUSB Connection Configuring the Network Address Automatically Setting the Printer’s IP AddressTCP/IP and IP Addresses Enabling Dhcp on the Printer Dynamic Methods of Setting the Printer’s IP AddressChanging or Modifying the IP Address Using CentreWare is Information CommentsUsing Host Names with the Domain Name Service DNS Select PropertiesManually Setting the Printer’s IP Address Installing the Printer Drivers Available DriversWindows 98 SE or Later and Windows 2000 or Later Macintosh OSEtherTalk Macintosh OS X, Version 10.2 and Higher InfoSMART Knowledge Base Networking Documents English only Reference Name TitlePrinting Basics Overview of Basic Steps Supported Paper and Media Paper Usage Guidelines Paper That May Damage Your PrinterSupported Paper Sizes and Weights Paper Storage GuidelinesSupported Paper Sizes and Weights for Tray 1 MPT 182 x 257 mm176 x 250 mm Supported Paper Sizes and Weights for Trays Loading Paper Loading Paper in Tray 1 MPTPull out the tray extension, and open the paper guides 6300-008 Windows Using Manual FeedLoading Paper in Trays MacintoshTo load paper into Trays Pull out the tray 6300-041 MAX If necessary, press the paper guides inward to fit the paper Selecting Printing Options Selecting Printing Preferences WindowsSelecting Options for an Individual Job Windows Windows XP, or Window NT Setup tabWindows 98 SE Setup tab or Windows Me Windows ServerSelecting Options for an Individual Job Macintosh Color Matching Print QualityAdvanced Options Printing on Both Sides of the Paper Automatic 2-Sided Printing GuidelinesBinding Edge Options Selecting 2-Sided PrintingPortrait Landscape Printing on Specialty Media Printing TransparenciesTransparency Guidelines Printing Transparencies from Tray 1 MPT 6300-050 Printing Transparencies from Trays Insert the transparencies into the tray Printing Envelopes Envelopes GuidelinesPrinting Envelopes from Tray 1 MPT 6300-010 Printing Labels Label GuidelinesPrinting Labels from Tray 1 MPT Pull out the tray extension, and open the paper guides Printing Labels from Trays MAX Printing Glossy Paper Glossy Paper GuidelinesPrinting Glossy Paper from Tray 1 MPT Printing Glossy Paper from Trays Fan the paper to release sheets that are stuck together Insert the paper into the tray Printing Custom Size Paper Printing Custom Size Paper from Tray 1 MPTTray 1 MPT Long-Edge Feed Short-Edge Feed Printing on Specialty Media Print Quality Selecting a Print-Quality Mode Controlling the Quality of Your PrintsAdjusting Color To select the color correction in a supported driver Solutions Solving Print-Quality ProblemsProblem Lines, Smudges, or StreaksSolution Repeating DefectsFusing Is Incomplete Colors Align IncorrectlyAll Colors Are Too Light or Too Dark Poor Transparency Print Quality Grays Not NeutralColor Settings Not Applied Colors Vary Between ComputersColors Do Not Match Printed Colors Do Not Match Monitor ColorsPantone Colors Do Not Match Print Area Is Not Centered on the PaperMaintenance Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Outside of the PrinterCleaning the Density Sensor Use a dry towel or cotton swab to clean the density sensor Close Front Door a Routine Maintenance Items Ordering SuppliesConsumables When to Order Supplies Recycling SuppliesRequesting a Maintenance Kit Moving the Printer Within the Office Precautions for Moving the PrinterMoving and Repacking the Printer Preparing the Printer for ShipmentTroubleshooting Clearing Paper Jams Preventing JamsMisfeed at Tray 1 MPT Remove any jammed paper Misfeed at Trays 6300-015 Remove any jammed paper Jam at the Fuser Remove the jammed paper Jam at the Duplex Unit Jam at Registration Roller Remove any jammed paper Getting Help Control Panel MessagesPrintingScout Alerts PhaserSMART Technical Support Web LinksResource Link User Safety Electrical SafetyLaser Safety Maintenance SafetyOperational Safety Total Height RequirementsMoving the Printer Do not place any food or liquids on the printer Symbols Marked on Product Index Index Phaser 6300/6350 Color Laser Printer Index-3 Phaser 6300/6350 Color Laser Printer Index-4 Phaser 6300/6350 Color Laser Printer Index-5