SMB Installation

SMB Installation

This section describes the installation procedure for using the machine on an SMB network.

Installation Procedure

The installation procedure is as follows.

Network Communication Setup

Enable the SMB port.

If using TCP/IP, set the SMB port to [Enabled] using the touch screen or CentreWare Internet Services. Set the IP address on the control panel or CentreWare Internet Services.

Workstation Setup

Install the print driver on the computer.

Test Print

A print job should be submitted to make sure that the machine has been installed and configured correctly.

Network Communication Setup

This procedure is used to set up the network communication parameters of the machine.

At the machine, perform these steps.

NOTE: Keep the SNMP port enabled while you use the machine on the TCP/IP network.

NOTE: Some of the configuration options for this protocol are only available from the CentreWare Internet Services.

Initially, boot the SMB port.

1.Connect the machine to the network.

2.Press the <Log In/Out> button on the control panel, and then type the Key Operator login ID to enter the Key Operator mode.

NOTE: The passcode may also be required depending on the machine configuration.

3.Press the <Machine Status> button on the control panel, and then select the [Tools] tab on the screen.

4.Select [System Settings].

5.Select [Connectivity & Network Setup].

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