Dell V310 manual How do I find the MAC address?, What is an IP address?

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While it is possible to change the MAC address of a network device, it is not common practice to do so. For this reason, MAC addresses are considered permanent. IP addresses are easily changed, so MAC addresses are a more reliable method of identifying a specific device on a network.

Routers with security capabilities may allow filtering of MAC addresses on networks. This allows a managed list of devices to access the network, identified by their MAC addresses. MAC address filtering can help prevent access on the network from unwanted devices, such as from intruders on a wireless network. MAC address filtering can also prevent legitimate access if you forget to add a new device to the router's list of allowed addresses. If your network uses MAC address filtering, be sure to add the MAC address of the printer to the list of allowed devices.

How do I find the MAC address?

Most network equipment has a unique hardware identification number to distinguish it from other devices on the network. This is called the Media Access Control (MAC) address.

When installing the printer on a network, make sure you select the printer with the correct MAC address.

The MAC address label is located inside the printer.

The MAC address of the internal print server is a series of letters and numbers. Other devices sometimes use a type of MAC address called Universally Administered Address (UAA).

MAC: XX XX XX XX XX XX

UAA: XX XX XX XX XX XX

Note: A list of MAC addresses can be set on an access point (router) so that only devices with matching MAC addresses are allowed to operate on the network. This is called MAC filtering. If MAC filtering is enabled in your access point and you want to add a printer to your network, then the MAC address of the printer must be included in the MAC filter list.

What is an IP address?

An IP address is a unique number used by devices (such as a wireless printer, computer, or wireless access point) on an IP network to locate and communicate with each other. Devices on an IP network can communicate with each other only if they have unique and valid IP addresses. A unique IP address means no two devices on the same network have the same IP address.

An IP address is a group of four numbers separated by periods. An example of an IP address is 192.168.100.110.

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Contents April Dell V310 Series Users GuideTrademarks Contents Scanning Copying103 TroubleshootingPage Safety information Minimizing your printers environmental impact About your printerThank you for choosing this printer Recycling Finding information about the printerProduct Information Guide Use Understanding the parts of the printerAbout your printer Replacing ink cartridges Ordering and replacing suppliesOrdering ink cartridges Select Printer Home Recycling Dell productsUsing the printer control panel Using the printer control panel buttons and menusUsing the printer control panel buttons and menus Copy menu Using the printer menusSetup menu Changing temporary settings into new default settingsTo disable the settings timeout feature Changing the Power Saver timeoutTo change the temporary settings into new default settings Saving energy with Eco-Mode Resetting to factory settingsUsing the printer control panel menus Page Minimum system requirements Using the printer softwareUsing the Windows printer software Software installed during printer installationUsing the printer software Installing the printer software Reinstalling the printer softwareChecking for software updates Uninstalling the printer softwareLoading paper Loading paper and original documentsSheets of heavyweight matte paper Saving paper default settings Loading original documents on the scanner glass Printing a document PrintingTips for printing Printing basic documentsPrinting documents from a memory card or flash drive Printing pages in reverse orderPrinting multiple pages on one sheet Printing envelopes If the printer is using a USB connectionPrinting specialty documents Tips on loading label sheets Printing on both sides of the paper duplexing manuallyPrinting labels Printing on custom-size paperPage Working with photos Using a memory card or flash drive with the printerSupported memory cards and file types Printing photos using the printer control panelIf the printer is using a USB connection Camera detected. Press OK to change settings Printing photos from a PictBridge-enabled digital cameraPrinting photos from a memory device using the proof sheet Printing photos from a digital camera using Dpof Printing from a Bluetooth-enabled deviceBluetooth Dongle Connected appears on the display Printing from a Bluetooth-enabled device Setting the Bluetooth security levelManaging print jobs Setting your printer as the default printerChanging the printing mode Resuming print jobs Pausing print jobsCanceling print jobs Changing the printing mode for a single print jobMaking copies CopyingTips for copying Enlarging or reducing images Adjusting copy qualityCopying photos Making a copy lighter or darker Collating copies using the printer control panelRepeating an image on one Canceling copy jobs Scanning to a local or network computer ScanningTips for scanning Scanning photos into an editing application Using the printer control panelScanning to a flash drive or memory card Scanning documents into an editing application Using the printer softwareHow do I scan in black and white? Scanning FAQScanning directly to e-mail How can I improve the quality of a scan?Updating the application list Canceling scan jobsWhy am I being asked for a PIN? What is an application list, and how do I update it?Supported network security options Installing the printer on a wireless networkWireless network compatibility NetworkingPrinting a network setup Interpreting the colors of the Wi-Fi indicator light Installing the printer on a wireless networkInstalling the printer on other computers Before you begin Special wireless installation instructionsAdding the printer to your wireless network Assigning a static IP addressWindows Vista Advanced wireless setupChanging wireless settings after installation Creating an ad hoc wireless networkWindows XP Windows Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless networkSharing a printer in a Windows environment Switching between USB and wireless connections Windows onlyUsing the printer wirelessly Using the printer locally USBWhat is Wi-Fi Protected Setup? Networking FAQWhat is a network? Where do I find my WEP key or WPA passphrase?What is an SSID? Where do I find my SSID?Wireless network examples How are home networks configured?Scenario 2 Wireless network with Internet access Why do I need an installation cable?How are infrastructure and ad hoc networks different? How do I attach the installation cable? Requirements for all devices Finding the signal strengthRemove Sources of Interference How can I improve wireless signal strength?Remove Obstacles Between the Access Point and the Printer Arrange the Network to Reduce Signal AbsorptionWhat is a MAC address? How do I find the MAC address? What is an IP address?How do I locate IP addresses? What is TCP/IP?What is a key index? How to locate a printer IP addressAligning the printhead Maintaining the printerMaintaining ink cartridges Checking ink levelsCleaning the printhead nozzles Cleaning the exterior of the printerCleaning the scanner glass Setup troubleshooting TroubleshootingUsing the Service Center to solve printer problems If Troubleshooting does not solve your problemRemove and Reinsert the Printhead Printhead errorChange the Language Using the Printer Menus Incorrect language appears on the displaySoftware did not install Make Sure the INK Cartridges are Inserted Correctly Reconnect the Printer Power SupplyPrint job does not print or is missing pages Check the USB ConnectionPrinter is busy or does not respond Remove and Reinstall the Printer SoftwareMake Sure the Printer is not in Power Saver Mode Printer is printing blank pagesPaper jam in the printer Jams and misfeeds troubleshootingCannot delete documents from the print queue Cannot print through USBCheck Paper Loading Paper jam in the paper supportPaper or specialty media misfeeds Check Paper ConditionStreaks or lines on printed image Print troubleshootingPoor quality at the edges Maximize Computer Processing Speed Copy and scan troubleshootingComputer slows down when printing Print speed is slowPartial copies or scans of documents or photos Copier or scanner does not respondScanner unit does not close Poor copy or scanned image qualityScanning takes too long or freezes the computer Memory card troubleshootingMemory card troubleshooting checklist Scan was not successfulCheck the Network Connection Nothing happens when a memory card is insertedCannot print documents from a memory card or flash drive Reinsert the Memory CardWireless troubleshooting checklist Wireless troubleshootingMove Your Access Point Away from Other Electronic Devices Resetting the wireless settings to factory defaultsCannot print over wireless network Disconnect from VPN Session Check Your WEP KEY or WPA PassphraseContinue button is unavailable Cannot print and there is a firewall on the computer TRY Running the Installer AgainEnable the Printer Wi-Fi indicator light is not litCheck Power Allow the Wireless Installation to CompleteCheck Security Keys Select the Wireless PortCheck Network Name Check MAC Address Make Sure the Access Point is onMove Your Access Point to Minimize Interference Move Your PrinterPing the Access Point to Make Sure the Network is Working Make Sure Your Computer can Communicate with the Printer Configure the Printer for Wireless Access AgainWireless print server not installed Make Sure the Wireless Port is Selected How to locate a printer IP address100 Resolving intermittent wireless communications issuesMake Sure Bidirectional Communication is Enabled 101 Change ALL Network Devices to the Same Type Check for Known Issues with the Wireless RouterCheck for Wireless Adapter Updates 102103 Index104 Dpof 105Ssid 106VPN 107