Chapter 4

Caution HP does not recommend this configuration. If possible, use a gateway to manage the network's Internet access in order to limit exposure to viruses and guard against unwanted entry.

Ethernet network without an Internet connection

In this example, the network devices are connected to a hub. Devices use AutoIP to obtain IP addresses.

Install the printer on an Ethernet network

Installing the printer on an Ethernet network is a two-part process.

First you must connect the printer to the network. Then you must install the printer software on each computer that will use the printer.

●Connect the printer to an Ethernet network

●Install the printer software

Connect the printer to an Ethernet network

Follow these steps to connect the printer to an Ethernet network:

1.If necessary, set up the printer hardware.

For printer hardware setup instructions, see the setup poster that came with the printer.

2.Verify that the printer is powered on.

3.Connect the Ethernet cable to an available port on the network hub or router.

Note Do not plug the Ethernet cable into a port labeled WAN, Uplink, or

Internet.

4.Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of the printer.

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