Lexmark C544DTN - Color Laser Printer 25/25 Ppm Duplex Networkfront... User manual

Wireless Setup Guide
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June 2008
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Contents
Edition notice......................................................................................2
Setting up the printer........................................................................5
Follow these steps to set up your printer......................................................................................................................5
Setting up the printer hardware.......................................................................................................................................6
Choosing a connection method....................................................13
Preparing to connect wirelessly...................................................14
Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network..........................................................14
Adding the printer to a network using MAC address filtering............................................................................14
Connecting to a wireless network using Windows...................16
Installing the printer on a wireless network (Windows)........................................................................................16
Connecting to a wireless network using Macintosh.................18
Installing the printer on a wireless network (Macintosh)......................................................................................18
Troubleshooting wireless setup....................................................21
Connecting using a USB cable........................................................32
USB setup and connection...............................................................................................................................................32
Connecting using an Ethernet network......................................33
Wired setup and connection...........................................................................................................................................33
Networking glossary.......................................................................34
Index...................................................................................................36
Contents
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Setting up the printer
Follow these steps to set up your printer
Note: Do not connect cables until instructed to do so.
1Set up the printer hardware.
2Decide how you want to connect the printer.
This guide includes three methods:
•Wireless
•Wired (Ethernet)
•Local (USB)
Setting up the printer
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Setting up the printer hardware
21kg
(46.2lbs.)
Setup Guide
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21 kg
(46.2 lbs.)
Unpack the printer, cables, and CD.
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When the printer is set up, allow clearance around it
as shown.
1304.8 mm (12.0 in.)
2508 mm (20.0 in.)
3304.8 mm (12.0 in.)
4304.8 mm (12.0 in.)
5508 mm (20.0 in.)
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Grasp the front door at the side handholds, and then
pull it toward you to open it.
CAUTION—HOT SURFACE: The inside of the
printer might be hot. To reduce the risk of injury from
a hot component, allow the surface to cool before
touching.
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Open the top door.
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Remove the right side cover.
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Remove the toner cartridges by lifting the handles,
and then gently pulling away from the imaging kit.
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Remove the red packing material.
Remove the packing rods and clips.
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Insert the toner cartridge into the imaging kit by
aligning the rollers on the toner cartridge with the
tracks. Push the toner cartridge until it clicks into
place.
Replace the right side cover.
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Close the front and top doors.
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Install the dust cover.
Pull the tray completely out.
Squeeze the width guide tabs on the right guide as
shown, and then slide the width guides to the sides
of the tray. Notice that the two width guides move
in unison when you move just the right width guide.
Squeeze the length guide tabs together as shown,
and then slide the length guide to the correct
position for the paper size being loaded.
Flex the sheets back and forth to loosen them, and
then fan them. Do not fold or crease the paper.
Straighten the edges on a level surface.
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Load the paper stack with the recommended print
side faceup.
Make sure the paper guides are secure against the
edges of the paper.
Note: Make sure that side guides are placed tightly
against the edges of the paper so that the image is
registered properly on the page.
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Insert the tray.
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Choosing a connection method
Note: Do not connect cables until instructed.
Connect to a wireless network using Windows
For detailed steps, see “Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network” on page 14 and
“Installing the printer on a wireless network (Windows)” on page 16.
Connect to a wireless network using Macintosh
For detailed steps, see “Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network” on page 14 and
“Installing the printer on a wireless network (Macintosh)” on page 18.
Connect directly to a computer using a USB cable
For detailed steps, see “Connecting using a USB cable” on page 32.
Connect to a wired network using an Ethernet cable
For detailed steps, see “Connecting using an Ethernet network” on page 33.
Choosing a connection method
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Preparing to connect wirelessly
Information you will need to set up the printer on a
wireless network
Note: Do not connect the installation or network cables until prompted to do so by the setup software.
•SSID—The SSID is also referred to as the network name.
•Wireless Mode (or Network Mode)—The mode will be either infrastructure or ad hoc.
•Channel (for ad hoc networks)—The channel defaults to auto for infrastructure networks.
Some ad hoc networks will also require the auto setting. Check with your system support person if you are not
sure which channel to select.
•Security Method—There are three basic options for Security Method:
–WEP key
If your network uses more than one WEP key, enter up to four in the provided spaces. Select the key currently
in use on the network by selecting the Default WEP Transmit Key.
or
–WPA or WPA2 passphrase
WPA includes encryption as an additional layer of security. The choices are AES or TKIP. Encryption must be
set for the same type on the router and on the printer or the printer will not be able to communicate on the
network.
–No security
If your wireless network does not use any type of security, you will not have any security information.
Note: Using an unsecured wireless network is not recommended.
If you are installing the printer on an 802.1X network using the Advanced method, then you may need the following:
•Authentication type
•Inner authentication type
•802.1X username and password
•Certificates
Note: For more information on configuring 802.1X security, see the Networking Guide on the Software and
Documentation CD.
Adding the printer to a network using MAC address
filtering
Every network device has a unique hardware identification number to distinguish it from other network devices. This
identification number is called the Media Access Control (MAC) address.
A list of MAC addresses can be set on a wireless router so that only those devices with matching MAC addresses can
join the network. This is called MAC address filtering. When installing the printer on a network that uses MAC address
filtering, be sure to add the printer MAC address to the list of addresses allowed by the wireless router. If this address
is not specifically allowed on the wireless network, the printer will not work wirelessly.
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If the printer has a factory-installed internal print server, the MAC address is a series of letters and numbers located
on the MAC address sheet that shipped with the printer.
The MAC address appears in the following format:
00:04:12:34:56:78
Note: Print a network setup page if you cannot locate the printer MAC address. It will appear on the network setup
page. Refer to the User's Guide on the Software and Documentation CD for more information on printing a network
setup page.
Preparing to connect wirelessly
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Connecting to a wireless network using
Windows
Installing the printer on a wireless network
(Windows)
Before you install the printer on a wireless network, make sure that:
•Your wireless network is set up and working properly.
•The computer you are using is connected to the same wireless network where you want to set up the printer.
1Connect the power cable, and then turn the printer on.
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Make sure the printer and computer are fully on and ready.
Do not connect the USB cable until instructed to do so on the screen.
2Insert the Software and Documentation CD.
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3Click Install.
4Click Agree.
5Click Suggested.
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6Click Wireless Network Attach.
7Connect the cables in the following order:
aTemporarily connect a USB cable between the computer on the wireless network and the printer.
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Note: After the printer is configured, the software will instruct you to disconnect the temporary USB cable
so you can print wirelessly.
bIf your printer has faxing capabilities, then connect the telephone cable.
8Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the software installation.
9To allow other computers on the wireless network to use the wireless printer, follow steps 2 through 6 and step
8 for each computer.
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Connecting to a wireless network using
Macintosh
Installing the printer on a wireless network
(Macintosh)
Prepare to configure the printer
1Locate the printer MAC address on the sheet that shipped with the printer. Write the last six digits of the MAC
address in the space provided below:
MAC address: ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___
2If your printer has faxing capabilities, connect the telephone cable.
3Connect the power cable, and then turn the printer on.
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Enter the printer information
1Access the AirPort options.
In Mac OS X version 10.5
aFrom the Apple menu, choose System Preferences.
bClick Network.
cClick AirPort.
In Mac OS X version 10.4 and earlier
aFrom the Go menu, choose Applications.
bFrom the Applications folder, double-click Internet Connect.
cFrom the toolbar, click AirPort.
2From the Network pop-up menu, select print server xxxxxx, where the x’s are the last six digits of the MAC
address located on the MAC address sheet.
3Open the Safari browser.
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4From the Bookmarks drop-down menu, select Show.
5Under Collections, select Bonjour or Rendezvous, and then double-click the printer name.
6From the main page of the Embedded Web Server, navigate to the page where the wireless settings information
is stored.
Configure the printer for wireless access
1Type the name of your network (SSID) in the appropriate field.
2Select Infrastructure as your Network Mode if you are using a wireless router.
3Select the type of security you use to protect your wireless network.
4Enter the security information necessary for the printer to join your wireless network.
5Click Submit.
6Open the AirPort application on your computer:
In Mac OS X version 10.5
aFrom the Apple menu, choose System Preferences.
bClick Network.
cClick AirPort.
In Mac OS X version 10.4 and earlier
aFrom the Go menu, choose Applications.
bFrom the Applications folder, double-click Internet Connect.
cFrom the toolbar, click AirPort.
7From the Network pop-up menu, select your wireless network.
Configure your computer to use the printer wirelessly
To print to a network printer, each Macintosh user must install a custom PostScript Printer Description (PPD) file and
create a printer in the Print Center or Printer Setup Utility.
1Install a PPD file on the computer:
aInsert the Software and Documentation CD in the CD or DVD drive.
bDouble-click the installer package for the printer.
cFrom the Welcome screen, click Continue.
dClick Continue again after viewing the Readme file.
eClick Continue after viewing the license agreement, and then click Agree to accept the terms of the
agreement.
fSelect a Destination, and then click Continue.
gFrom the Easy Install screen, click Install.
hType the user password, and then click OK.
All necessary software is installed on the computer.
iClick Close when installation is complete.
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2Add the printer:
aFor IP printing:
In Mac OS X version 10.5
1From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences.
2Click Print & Fax.
3Click +.
4Select the printer from the list.
5Click Add.
In Mac OS X version 10.4
1From the Go menu, choose Applications.
2Double-click the Utilities folder.
3Locate and double-click Printer Setup Utility or Print Center.
4From the Printer List, choose Add.
5Select the printer from the list.
6Click Add.
bFor AppleTalk printing:
In Mac OS X version 10.5
1From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences.
2Click Print & Fax.
3Click +.
4Click AppleTalk.
5Select the printer from the list.
6Click Add.
In Mac OS X version 10.4
1From the Go menu, choose Applications.
2Double-click the Utilities folder.
3Locate and double-click Print Center or Printer Setup Utility.
4From the Printer List, choose Add.
5Choose the Default Browser tab.
6Click More Printers.
7From the first pop-up menu, choose AppleTalk.
8From the second pop-up menu, select Local AppleTalk zone.
9Select the printer from the list.
10 Click Add.
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