Administrative support

Using the Embedded Web Server

If the printer is installed on a network, the Embedded Web Server is available for a range of functions including:

Viewing a virtual display of the printer control panel

Checking the status of the printer supplies

Configuring printer settings

Configuring network settings

Viewing reports

To access the Embedded Web Server, type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser.

Note: If you do not know the IP address of the printer, then print a network setup page and locate the IP address in the TCP/IP section.

Checking the device status

Using the Embedded Web Server, you can view paper tray settings, the level of toner in the print cartridge, the percentage of life remaining in the maintenance kit, and capacity measurements of certain printer parts. To view the device status:

1Type the printer IP address in the address field of your Web browser.

Note: If you do not know the IP address of the printer, then print a network setup page and locate the IP address in the TCP/IP section.

2Click Device Status.

Setting up e-mail alerts

You can have the printer send you an e-mail when the supplies are getting low or when the paper needs to be changed, added, or unjammed.

To set up e-mail alerts:

1Type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser.

Note: If you do not know the IP address of the printer, then print a network setup page and locate the IP address in the TCP/IP section.

2Click Settings.

3Under Other Settings, click E-mail Alert Setup.

4Select the items for notification, and type in the e-mail addresses.

5Click Submit.

Note: See your system support person to set up the e-mail server.

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