Dell 2145cn System Requirements, Configuring network protocol via the printer, Microsoft Windows

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Configuring network protocol via the printer

You can set up TCP/IP network parameters, follow the steps listed below.

1.Ensure that your printer is connected to the network with an RJ-45 Ethernet cable.

2.Ensure you have turned on the printer.

3.Press Menu ( ) on the control panel, until you see Network on the bottom line of the display.

4.Press OK to access the menu.

5.Press the left/right arrow until TCP/IP appears.

6.Press OK.

7.Press the left/right arrow until Static appears.

8.Press OK.

9.Press the left/right arrow until IP Address appears.

10.Press OK.

Enter a byte between 0 and 255 using the number keypad and press the left/right arrow to move between bytes.

Repeat this to complete the address from the 1st byte to the 4th byte.

11.When you have finished, press OK.

Repeat steps 9 and 10 to configure the other TCP/IP parameters: subnet mask and gateway address.

Contact the network administrator if you are not sure how to configure.

You can also set up the network settings through the network administration programs.

•Embedded Web Service: Web server embedded on your network print server, which allows you to:

-Configure the network parameters necessary for the printer to connect to various network environments.

-Customize printer settings.

•SetIP: Utility program that allows you to select a network interface and manually configure the IP addresses for use with the TCP/IP protocol.

Using the SetIP program

This program is for the network IP setting using the MAC address which is the hardware serial number of the network printer card or interface. Especially, it is for the network administrator to set several network IPs at the same time.

• You can only use the SetIP program when your printer is connected to a network.

•The following procedure is based on Windows XP.

Setting network values

1.Print the printer’s network configuration report to find your printer’s MAC address. See "Printing reports" on page 55

2.From the Windows Start menu, select All Programs → Dell → Dell Printers → Dell 2145cn Color Laser MFP → Dell 2145cn Color Laser MFP → Set IP.

3.Click to open the TCP/IP configuration window.

4.Enter the network card's MAC address, IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and then click Apply.

When you enter the MAC address. IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and then click Apply.

5.Click OK, then the printer prints the network information. Confirm the settings are correct.

6.Click Exit.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Before you begin, ensure that your system meets the following requirements:

Microsoft® Windows®

Your printer supports the following Windows operating systems.

OPERATING

REQUIREMENT (RECOMMENDED)

 

 

FREE HDD

SYSTEM

CPU

RAM

 

SPACE

 

 

 

Windows 2000

Intel® Pentinum® II

64 MB

600 MB

 

400 MHz (Pentium III

(128 MB)

 

 

933 MHz)

 

 

Windows XP

Intel Pentium III 933

128 MB

1.5 GB

 

MHz (Pentium IV 1

(256 MB)

 

 

GHz)

 

 

Windows Server

Intel Pentium III 933

128 MB

1.25 GB to

2003

MHz (Pentium IV 1

(512 MB)

2 GB

 

GHz)

 

 

Windows Vista

Intel Pentium IV 3

512 MB

15 GB

 

GHz

(1024 MB)

 

Windows Server

Intel Pentium IV 1

512 MB

10 GB

2008

GHz

(2048 MB)

 

 

(Intel Pentium IV 2

 

 

 

GHz)

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher is the minimum requirement for all Windows operating systems.

•Software installation can be only be performed by users with Administrator rights.

•Windows Terminal Services is compatable with this printer.

Macintosh

OPERATING

 

REQUIREMENT (RECOMMENDED)

 

 

 

FREE HDD

SYSTEM

 

CPU

RAM

 

 

SPACE

 

 

 

 

Mac OS X

•

Intel Processor

• 128 MB for a

1 GB

10.3 ~ 10.4

•

Power PC G4/

Power-PC based

 

 

 

G5

Mac (512 MB).

 

 

 

 

• 512 MB for an

 

 

 

 

Intel-based Mac

 

 

 

 

(1 GB)

 

Mac OS X 10.5

•

Intel Processor

512 MB (1 GB)

1 GB

 

•

867 MHz or

 

 

 

 

faster Power

 

 

 

 

PC G4 /G5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Multi Functional Printer Features of your new laser printer Special FeaturesAbout this USER’S Guide Features by ModelFeatures Convention Description ExampleOnline User’s Guide Quick Install GuideFinding More Information Printer Driver HelpSafety information Important Safety Symbols and PrecautionsWhat the icons and signs in this user’s guide mean AWG American Wire Gauge Contents Copying Scanning Basic Printing Faxing Scanning by a network connectionReceiving a fax Fax setupMaintenance parts Other ways to faxManaging your printer from the website Understanding display messages Solving other problemsUsing the hard disk Clearing paper jamsWarranty and Return Policy Dell Technical Support PolicyContacting Dell Introduction Printer OverviewFront view Rear view Control Panel Overview Understanding the Status LED Acknowledging the Status of the Toner CartridgeStatus Description Menu Overview Printer driver Printer Driver FeaturesSupplied Software PostScript driverGetting started Setting UP the HardwareSetting UP the Network Printing a DemoSystem Requirements Configuring network protocol via the printerUsing the SetIP program Microsoft WindowsOperating system Installing the SoftwareLinux Free HDD spacePrinters Basic Settings Setting sounds Entering characters using the number keypadUsing the save modes Scan power save mode Setting print job timeoutChanging the font setting Click Printer Setting Utility Click EmulationOn the scanner glass Loading originals and print mediaLoading Originals DadfSelecting Print Media Specifications on print media Type Size Dimensions Weighta CapacitybGuidelines for special print media Media sizes supported in each modeMode Size Source Media Type GuidelinesChanging the Size of the Paper in the Paper Tray Loading PaperLoading paper in the tray 1 or optional tray Full Tips on using the multi-purpose trayLoading paper in the multi-purpose tray EmptyFor A4- or Legal-sized paper Adjusting the Output SupportFor Letter-sized paper Output support ExtensionSetting the Paper Size and Type Selecting the Paper Tray Changing the Settings for Each CopyCopying CopyingUsing Special Copy Features Changing the Scan Size SettingsChanging the Default Copy Settings ID Card CopyingClone copying Adjusting background imagesPoster copying Book copyingEdge erase Printing on Both Sides of PaperMargin shift Gray enhance copyingSetting Copy Timeout Scanning Basics Setting scan information in Dell Scan ManagerScanning Scanning from the Control PanelPreparing for network scanning User authentication for network scanningScanning by a Network Connection Select IP Address or Host NameSetting up an SMB server Setting up an e-mail accountSetting up an FTP server Scanning to EmailSetting UP Address Book Changing the Settings for Each Scan JOBChanging the Default Scan Settings Printing Scan Confirmation Report AutomaticallyRetrieving global email addresses from the Ldap server Configuring group email numbersUsing address book entries Searching address book for an entryScan on Both Sides of Paper Printing a Document Canceling a Print JOBBasic printing Double-click the Dell 2145cn Color Laser MFP iconFaxing Setting the fax headerAdjusting the document settings Sending a FAXReceiving a FAX Receiving manually using an extension telephone Receiving automatically in Fax modeReceiving manually in Tel mode Receiving automatically in Ans/Fax modeOther Ways to FAX Sending a priority fax Forwarding faxesForwarding received faxes to email address FAX SetupChanging the fax setup options Sending optionsPrinting sent fax report automatically Changing the default document settingsSetting up address book Speed buttonsSpeed dial numbers Group dial numbersSearching Address Book for an entry Deleting a Address Book entry Printing Address BookPlugging in a USB Memory Device Using USB flash memoryAbout USB Memory Scanning to a USB Memory DevicePrinting from a USB Memory Device Backing UP DataFormatting a USB memory device Managing USB MemoryDeleting an image file Viewing the USB memory statusPrinting Reports MaintenanceAdjusting the Color Contrast Printing a reportCleaning the outside Using Toner LOW AlertCleaning Your Printer Cleaning the insidePlug in the power cord and turn the printer on Toner cartridge storage Cleaning the scan unitMaintaining the Cartridge Expected cartridge lifeReplacing the Toner Cartridge Clearing the Toner Empty message Replacing the Paper Transfer Belt Maintenance Parts Managing Your Printer from the WebsiteChecking the PRINTER’S Serial Number Clearing Document Jams TroubleshootingTips for Avoiding Paper Jams Input misfeedRoller misfeed Clearing Paper JamsExit misfeed Message Location GO to JAMPaper feed area Multi-purpose tray Fuser unit area Paper exit area Optional tray Message Meaning Suggested Solutions Understanding Display MessagesComm Error Not ConfiguredQuery Timeout InstallPress Stop/Clear Self Diagnostics Not Assigned Page/Cancel JobPower Failure TemperatureSolving Other Problems Condition Suggested SolutionsPaper feeding Printing problems Condition Possible Suggested Solutions CausePrinting quality problems Misformed Color or BlackBackground CharactersCopying problems Scanning problems Dell Scan Manager problemsFax problems Common PostScript problems Common Windows problemsProblem Possible Solution Cause Common Linux problems Appear on Scanners listScan Common Macintosh problems HOW to Purchase Ordering supplies and accessoriesAccessories SuppliesActivating the Added Accessories in Printer Properties Installing accessoriesPrecautions to Take When Installing Accessories Installing a memory moduleUsing the Hard Disk Installing the hard diskPrinting a stored job Printing with the optional hard diskStoring a job Deleting a stored jobPrinting using the form files File policyDeleting residual image data Specifications General SpecificationsPrinter Specifications Scanner SpecificationsCopier Specifications Facsimile Specifications Dell Technical Support Policy Warranty and Return PolicyAppendix Contacting DellGlossary EtherTalk ITU-T No chartEthernet Fuser UnitNetWare MAC addressModem OriginalsUNC Path Subnet MaskToner Cartridge WatermarkIndex DadfPostScript Page Software section Contents Using Windows Postscript Driver Using Your Printer with a Macintosh Typical Installation Installing Printer SoftwareInstalling Software for Local Printing Select Typical installation for a local printer. Click NextCustom Installation Click NextInstalling Software for Network Printing Select the components to be installed and click NextCustom Installation Select Custom installation. Click Next Reinstalling Printer Software Removing Printer SoftwarePrinting a Document Printing to a file PRNSelect your printer driver from the Name drop-down list Printer Settings Layout TabPaper Orientation Paper Tab SourceScaling Printing Quality Color ModeGraphics Tab Advanced OptionsPrinter Tab Other Options TabAbout Tab Job typeUsing a Favorite Setting Using HelpAdvanced Printing Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper N-Up PrintingPrinting Posters Printing BookletsFitting Your Document to a Selected Paper Size Printing on Both Sides of PaperPrinting a Reduced or Enlarged Document NoneCreating a Watermark Using WatermarksUsing an Existing Watermark Editing a WatermarkUsing a Page Overlay Using OverlaysWhat is an Overlay? Creating a New Page OverlayUsing Windows PostScript Driver AdvancedCheck the Share this printer box Setting Up a Host ComputerSetting Up a Client Computer Double-clickPrinters and FaxesStarting SmarThru Office Using SmarThru OfficeSmarthru Office Quick Start GuideSend to FaxSettings, Control Panel, and then Scanners and Cameras Scanning Process with TWAIN- enabled SoftwareScanning Using the WIA Driver Windows XPPrinter Status Monitor Using the Dell Toner Management SystemPrinter Settings Utility Printing Status The Printer Status Monitor displaysFirmware Update Utility window opens Fireware Update UtilityYou can printer Firmware Update Utility Dell Toner Re-order applicationInstalling the Unified Linux Driver Installing the Unified Linux DriverGetting Started Uninstalling the Unified Linux Driver Click UninstallUsing the Unified Driver Configurator Opening the Unified Driver ConfiguratorDouble-clickUnified Driver Configurator on the desktop Printers Tab Printers ConfigurationScanners Configuration Classes TabConfiguring Printer Properties Ports ConfigurationSharing Ports Between Printers and Scanners Printing from Applications Printing FilesScanning a Document Click PropertiesUsing the Image Manager Adding Job Type SettingsSelect Easy Install and click Install. Easy Install is Installing SoftwareUninstalling software Select Uninstall and click UninstallFor a USB-connected Setting Up the PrinterFor a Network-connected Macintosh Click Add on the Printer ListPrinting a Document Changing Printer SettingsPrinting LayoutPrinting Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper GraphicsPaper Scanning Scanning with USBStart Applications and click Image Capture Index
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