
Connecting the Machine
Network cable requirements
Optional Network Interface Board Type 1018 can be installed to allow direct connection to a network.
The optional Network Interface Board supports
You can use the machine in the following network environments:
•Using the appropriate network management software and printer driver.
•Attaching the machine to a network (computer) set up as a server.
Client | Windows 95, 98, Me, Windows 2000, Windows NT 4.0, *1 , Mac OS 8 |
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Driver | PCL 6/5e, PS2 |
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File Server | NetWare 3.x, NetWare 4.x, NetWare 5.x |
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Protocol | TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, AppleTalk |
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*1 Under Windows NT 4.0, only ⋅ 86 CPU is supported.
In a mixed network environment, the protocol switches automatically.
Reference
For more information about resolving network connection problems, see p.13 “Configuring the Printer for the Network”.
Note
❒Consult your network administrator before connecting the machine to a net- work.
❒Be sure to use the interface cable with ferrite core for the connection to the computer (and/or HUB) in order to meet FCC and EMC Directive 89/336/ EEC emission guidelines.
Parallel cable requirements
The machine's parallel interface is a standard bidirectional interface. It requires a standard
This machine does not provide the parallel cable to connect the machine to the computer.
Note
❒Do not use a parallel cable that is longer than 3 meters (10 feet).
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