12 Network Accounting

This chapter explains how to set up the Network Accounting service of the machine.

This is the procedure to follow to install and setup this service:

1.Overview on page 111

2.Information Checklist on page 111

3.Insert the Feature Enablement Key on page 112

4.Configure Network Accounting on page 113

5.Test Network Accounting on page 115

Overview

Network Accounting provides the ability to manage usage of the machine with detailed cost analysis capabilities. Print, Scan, Server Fax, and copy jobs are tracked at the machine and stored in a job log. Users must enter their accounting IDs to access the machine, which allows information about the jobs performed as recorded in a job log.

The machine requires the Feature Enablement Key to be inserted and network access to a Xerox-certified Network Accounting third party software solution. Refer to your Xerox Sales Representative for further information.

CentreWare Print and Fax Drivers are required to be installed on workstations. The User is prompted for User and Account ID information when submitting jobs to the machine.

The job log information can be compiled at the accounting server and formatted into reports by the Administrator.

Information Checklist

Before starting the Installation procedure, please ensure that the following items are available and/or the tasks have been performed:

1.Ensure that the machine is fully functioning on the network prior to installation.

2.Locate the Network Accounting Feature Enablement Key

Contact your Xerox Sales Representative if you do not have the Feature Enablement Key. This Feature Enablement Key contains the License Agreement and Kit Code Number to enable the feature.

3.TCP/IP and HTTP protocols must be enabled on the machine so that the machine web browser can be accessed.

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Xerox 4260 Series manual Network Accounting, Overview

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