Chapter 10

NOTE: You can also share the device with other computers using a simple form of networking known as locally shared networking. For more information, see Share the device on a locally shared network.

Share the device on a locally shared network

In a locally shared network, the device is connected directly to the USB connector of a selected computer (known as the server) and is shared by other computers (clients).

NOTE: When sharing a directly connected device, use the computer with the newest operating system as the server.

Use this configuration only in small groups or when usage is low. The connected computer runs slower when many users print to the device.

Only the printing function is shared. Scan and Copy functions are not shared.

To share the device

1.Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Printers or Printers and Faxes. - Or -

Click Start, click Control Panel, and then double-click Printers.

2.Right-click the device icon, click Properties, and then click the Sharing tab.

3.Click the option to share the device, and give it a share name.

Network connection

If the device has network capability, it can be shared in a network environment by connecting it directly to the network. This type of connection offers the ability to manage the device by using the embedded Web server from any computer on the network.

NOTE: Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher must be installed on the computer system to run the installation program.

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