Lanier GX5050 manual Confirming the Connection Method, Local Connection, Network Connection

Preparing for Printing

Confirming the Connection Method

This printer supports local and network connection.

Before installing the printer driver, check how the printer is connected. Follow the driver installation procedure that is appropriate to the connection method.

Local Connection

Local connection can be established via USB connection.

Windows operating system version determines the available connection methods.

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See the explanation of how to install the printer driver for each method of connection.

p.147 "Installing the Printer Driver (USB)".

Network Connection

This printer can be used as a Windows printing port or network printer.

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Reference See Quick Installation Guide.

p.151 "Using the SmartDeviceMonitor for Client Port"

p.156 "Using the Standard TCP/IP Port"

p.158 "Using the LPR Port"

p.160 "Using as the Windows Network Printer"

Using this Printer as the Windows Printing Port

Network connections can be established through Ethernet.

Available ports are determined based on the combination of Windows operating system version and connection method used.

Windows 98/Me

Connection Method	Available Ports
Ethernet	SmartDeviceMonitor for Client port

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