Chapter 2 Configuration Tools

Configuration Tools

There are two parts to a NIC setup:

•Configuring the NIC so it can be seen on the network. This involves network-related settings (e.g., an IP address within TCP/IP environments) configured through the built-in command shell, npsh, or from the control panel.

•Configuring a host with a new printer so it knows how to send data to the NIC. Just being able to see the printer on the network does not mean you can automatically print to it. A host has to be told where to send the data.

NOTE: Some network environments do not require any network settings to be configured on the NIC. However, all network setups require configuration on the host end.

Configuration Using The Control Panel

You can set NIC settings from the printer control panel.

CAUTION When the printer is first powered on, the message “E-NET INIT.” displays on the control panel. To prevent a loss of NIC configuration information, do not change the NIC settings while this message displays. When the initialization is complete, the message “E-NET READY” displays, and you can safely change the NIC settings from the control panel.

1.You can set any of three listed parameters from the printer control panel. These parameters are located in the Ethernet Address, Adapter Address, or Wireless Address menu.

2.Power on the printer. The message “E-NET INIT.” appears when the printer is powered on. Configuration can be done after the “E-NET READY” message appears.

3.Disable the Power Saver mode before starting this procedure.

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