Printer Connection and Software Installation
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Dynamic Methods of Setting the Printer’s IP Address
There are two protocols available for dynamically setting the printer’s IP address:
• DHCP (enabled by default)
• Auto IP
You can turn on/off both protocols using the operator panel, or use CentreWare Internet Services to
turn on/off DHCP.
NOTE:
• You can print a report that includes the printer’s IP address. On the operator panel, press the
System
button,
select
Report / List
, press the button, select
System Settings
, and then press the button. The
IP address is listed on the System Settings page.
Using the Operator Panel
To turn on/off either the DHCP or AutoIP protocol:
1
On the operator panel, press the System button.
2
Select Admin Menu, and then press the button.
3
Select Network, and then press the button.
4
Select TCP/IP, and then press the button.
5
Select IPv4, and then press the button.
6
Select Get IP Address, and then press the button.
7
Select DHCP or Auto IP, and then press the button.
Using CentreWare Internet Services
To turn on/off the DHCP protocol:
1
Launch your web browser.
2
Enter the IP address of the printer in the address bar, and then press the Enter key.
3
Select Properties.
4
Select TCP/IP from the Protocol Settings folder on the left navigation panel.
5
In the IP Address Mode field, select the DHCP/Autonet option.
6
Click the Apply button.