Choosing a Connection Method, Ethernet, Parallel

Connections and Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)

Choosing a Connection Method

You can connect the printer to the network via Ethernet or USB. Some printer models also support using a Parallel cable connection. Hardware and cabling requirements vary for the different connection methods. Cabling and hardware listed below are generally not included with your printer and must be purchased separately.

Ethernet

Ethernet can be used for one or more computers. It supports many printers and computers on an Ethernet network.

USB

If you are connecting to one computer, a USB connection offers fast data speeds. However, a USB connection is not as fast as an Ethernet connection. To use USB, PC users must have Microsoft Windows 98 SP2, SE, Windows Me, Windows XP or Windows 2000. Macintosh users must use OS 9.x or later.

Parallel

A Parallel cable connection can also be used for connecting to one computer. This type of connection provides the slowest data speeds. Parallel connection requires a standard-to-high density Parallel printer cable, (36-pin high-density 1284-C [male] to 36-pin low density 1284- B [male] cable), with a maximum length of 10 feet (three meters). Connect the Parallel cable to the printer and the computer while they are both Off, then turn them On, install the printer driver from the Printer Installer and Utilities CD-ROM, and select the appropriate LPT Parallel port.

Connecting via Ethernet (Recommended)

An Ethernet connection is recommended because it is faster than a USB connection. It also allows the user direct access to CentreWare Internet Services (IS). CentreWare IS provides a simple interface that enables you to manage, configure, and monitor networked printers from your desktop using an embedded web server. For complete information about CentreWare IS, click the Help button in CentreWare IS to go to the CentreWare IS Online Help.

Network Connection

Depending on your particular setup, the following hardware and cabling is required for Ethernet.

■If you are connecting to one computer, an Ethernet “crossover” RJ-45 cable is required.

■If you are connecting to one or more computers with a hub, an Ethernet hub and two twisted-pair (category 5/RJ-45) cables are required.

■If you are connecting to one or more computers using a cable or DSL router, a cable or DSL router and two or more twisted-pair (category 5/RJ-45) cables are required. (One cable for each device.)

Phaser® 5500 Laser Printer

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5500 specifications

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Xerox 5500 manual Choosing a Connection Method, Connecting via Ethernet Recommended, Parallel

Models: 5500