Terms and Abbreviations

 

 

Terms and

 

Abbreviations

Definitions

 

 

MIB

MIB (Management Information Base) provides specific information about

 

the state of hardware components and software processes. MIB is used

 

as part of network management tools and functions.

 

 

network

A collection of connected devices, such as computers and printers. A

 

network is a tool for communication that allows users to store and retrieve

 

information, share printers, and exchange information.

 

 

network address

The network portion of an IP address. For a class A network, the network

 

address is the first byte of the IP address. For a class B network, the

 

network address is the first two bytes of the IP address.

 

 

network connection

The software and protocol that connect network devices, such as PCs

 

and printers.

 

 

PCL

PCL (Printer Control Language) is the PDL language created by

 

Hewlett-Packard. It became an industry standard and is now available in

 

almost all printer platforms for the office (e.g., PCL 5).

 

 

PJL

PJL (Printer Job Language) and PCL commands are used in application

 

programs to control job settings and printer defaults.

 

 

PhaserSMART

PhaserSMART Technical Support is an automated, internet-based

Technical Support

support system that uses the user’s default web browser to send

 

diagnostic information from their printer to the Xerox website for analysis.

 

 

Port 9100

A printing protocol known as AppSocket, RAW, or Windows TCPmon.

 

 

PostScript

A page description language created by Adobe and used in most Xerox

 

Phaser printers.

 

 

printer driver

Enables your computer and printer to communicate; provides access to

 

the features of your printer.

 

 

printer discovery

Software mechanism for finding printers typically on a network.

 

 

Printer Neighborhood

A tool in CentreWare IS that enables you to search for printers on your

 

network, check their status, and manage them remotely.

 

 

PrintingScout alerts

PrintingScout is a tool that is installed with the Xerox printer driver. It

 

automatically checks the printer status when a print job is sent. If the

 

printer is unable to print a job, PrintingScout automatically displays an

 

alert on the user’s computer screen to let them know that the printer

 

needs attention. The user can click the alert to view instructions

 

explaining how to fix the problem.

 

 

printing kiosk

A digital imaging/print platform that is used to connect a laptop computer

 

to a network for printing to a printer, and then paying for the output. A

 

printing kiosk is sometimes located in an airport or library.

 

 

protocol

The rules that control the transmitting and receiving of data.

 

 

SLP

SLP (Service Location Protocol) is a protocol that provides a flexible and

 

scalable framework for providing hosts with access to information about

 

the existence, location, and configuration of networked services. SLP is

 

useful in enterprise networks.

 

 

Smart Trays

A driver feature that displays the current paper type and size available in

 

each printer tray.

 

 

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Xerox 6300, 6350, 8500, 8550 manual Mib

6300, 6350, 8500, 8550 specifications

The Xerox 6300, 6350, 8500, and 8550 series of printers are notable laser printers that cater to diverse office environments, combining innovative technology, robust capabilities, and reliable performance. Each model offers different features and enhancements suited to varying business needs.

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