Ricoh A741 manual Frequently Asked Questions Network, Can we print via a network?

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12 Frequently Asked Questions: Network

12.1Can we print via a network?

Yes, we can print from any PC, Macintosh or UNIX system to any A741 connected to the (same) network.

12.2Can we print from UNIX or Macintosh systems?

Yes, but respecting 2 conditions:

•The application or operating system (e.g. Sun's Solaris or the Mac OS) must be able to generate an output format like HP-GL/2, CalComp 906/907 or TIFF. (see also 10.7)

•The plot data must be transferred to the Print Server, either via a backup device or via a network. When using a network, the data can be sent directly to a spool directory. (see also 10.5)

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12.3Which networks & protocols can we use?

There are virtually no limitations to the network connectivity. All connectivity is provided by the Print Server PC hardware and Windows NT software. Ethernet, Token-Ring TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, NetBEUI everything is possible.

12.4Can we submit print jobs via e-mail?

Yes, it is not necessary to have a direct network connection to print. By using the built-in e-mail facilities we can submit the print job as an e-mail message to the A741 Repro System Print Server. The printer operator can then print the job. (see also 10.6)

NOTE: this function will be available around September ’98.

12.5What is created when the Ricoh Controller and A741 are installed on a network?

Installation of the Ricoh Controller software on the A741 Print Server creates a shared printer. It is that shared printer, that is accessed from other workstations (remote clients) on the network.

12.6How are the A741 print drivers loaded for the Remote Client PC?

The shared printer created on the A741 Print Server is installed with "alternate" drivers for NT 4.0 workstation/server and Windows '95. Therefore, when connecting to the A741 Print Server from remote clients (Windows NT 4.0 workstations or servers, Windows '95 workstations, or Windows '98 workstations) the drivers will automatically upload from the A741 Print Server to the remote client.

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Contents A741 Controller Print Server Manual Page Introduction Page Table of Contents Frequently Asked Questions General Installing / Using Network ClientsFrequently Asked Questions A741 Repro System Overview Direct Printing from Autocad A741 Repro ProgramFrequently Asked Questions Image VIEWING/HANDLING Frequently Asked Questions PRINTING/PLOTTINGFrequently Asked Questions Network Frequently Asked Questions ScanningGlossary Description of Lbtest Program A741 specifications basic SpecificationsA741 Repro Specifications File FormatsA741 Repro functions Printing Printer DriversA741 Repro functions Scanning A741 Repro functions ManagementOptions Minimum PC specifications Server onlyA741 Eprom replacement InstallationNew SIMulations SIMA741 internal cabling PC SpecificationsPCI card installation Size of paging file PC bios setting1 A741 Repro System Software installation A741 Repro Software installationUpgrading an existing installation Various hints & Tips on installationPrint Server Manual A741 How do I de-install the A741 Repro System program? PC networking With a previous network installation Print Server PC Functional block diagram of A741 Repro SystemA741 Signs of problems Trouble-shootingProblem listing GeneralSelect the correct PCI slot for the A741 Repro System card A741 produces blank pages when printingDetailed corrective actions Starting stopping Littlebear driver and rfxServer Each time I re-boot the Server PC, rfxServer will not startRfxServer will not start Cannot maximize Client window Use of the Event logA741 Starting the Lbtest program Lbtest Commands Lbtest Version x.x, OptionsPrint, Scan, test Button, or Fifo tests Press button on cardTest command Fifo Test command PrintTest Selection Re-starting or stopping the Littlebear driver and rfxServerInstalling the Repro Sytem from CD-ROM Installing / Using Network ClientsInstalling Xi Repro Server/ Local Client system System A741 Repro Server preparationMultiple Remote Clients Installing the Remote Client system on remote PC’sView the status of a remote A741 printer A741 Direct printing from AutoCAD A741 A741 Repro Program Introduction Setting program optionsImporting documents, how are they processed? Setting program defaultsUse of stamps Use of pensetsA741 What is the purpose of the Xi Repro System Print Server? Frequently Asked Questions GeneralCan I use the A741 Print Server for other jobs as well? Can I use an existing PC from the customer?What is rasterising? What is the difference between printing and plotting?Raster VectorWhat is vectorising? A741 Network block diagram Frequently Asked Questions A741 Repro System overviewA741 Frequently Asked Questions Printing/Plotting Can we print multiple documents? HP-GL & HP-GL/2Can we do group or set printing? What is a penset?Can we add information text to each printed document? Can we define custom pen sets?A741 Can we preview the document before plotting/printing? Frequently Asked Questions Image Viewing/HandlingCan we modify the image before it will be printed? Which image handling options does A741 Repro have?A741 Can we print via a network? Frequently Asked Questions NetworkWhich networks & protocols can we use? Can we submit print jobs via e-mail?What protocols are compatible with the A741 Print Server? How are licenses configured for the A741 Print Server?Print Server Manual A741 A741 Frequently Asked Questions Scanning What is de-skew? Can we scan at a lower resolution to reduce the filesize?What is de-speckle? Do we provide any kind of accounting? Frequently Asked Questions Project ManagementWhat is the purpose of a project? A741 AMS GlossaryAscii APSDPI FAQDOS GUI GDIHP-GL HtmlOCR IPX/SPXLAN PCL OSDPDL PPMScsi ROMSoho TCP/IPWysiwig TwainWPS A741 Purpose Of Document Lbtest CommandsCommand Command c Command s Command rCommand d Command wCommand t Command fCommand q Exit Lbtest Troubleshooting Print Server Manual A741 A741