Xerox B210 User manual

An interactive
guide to setting up
your Xerox B210
Printer for printing.
Get Started
Last updated March 28, 2022

Back to Previous Page
2
This package will step you through the setup process
of installing the software and drivers you need to print
and scan, and connect the printer to the network.
You will be asked questions along the way to identify
the appropriate process steps to follow.
After performing the step or to answer the question,
click on the red arrows to proceed onto the next
step. To go back, click on the gray arrow on the
top right of the page.
Follow the hyperlinks to read instructional articles,
watch videos, or obtain file downloads from
support.xerox.com
Before you start!
Next
Back to Start

Back to Previous Page
3
Terminology You Need to Know
Network: A system of linked devices that share resources, such as Internet access and printers, connected through a
common wireless (Wi-Fi) or wired (supported by Ethernet cords) network router.
Wi-Fi Direct: This is a feature on your printer/MFP that when enabled, emits a wireless signal that Wi-Fi capable
devices (e.g. phones, computers) can directly connect to for printing. You can connect your device to the printer’s
wireless signal just like you would connect to an Internet router’s Wi-Fi signal.
Computer’s Operating System (OS): This is the software version that your computer is running. Your operating
system determines which print drivers and Xerox applications you will use for printing and scanning.
Utility, or Utility Pack: This is a set of files, software and tools that must be downloaded to your computer to setup
your printer. After being downloaded, the files may need to be installed manually on your PC, or will be automatically
installed with the help of an imbedded “wizard” or executable file. The package contents vary based on your PC’s OS,
but they generally contain drivers for printing, scanning and faxing as well as Wi-Fi setup assistant. They may contain
applications that allow you to fax, scan, or access your printer’s advanced settings from your desktop.
CentreWare Internet Services (CWIS): This is your printer’s web interface where you can manage advanced settings.
You access it by entering your printer’s IP address in your web browser. Your printer must be on the network or have
Wi-Fi direct enabled in order to access CWIS. Next
Back to Start

Back to Previous Page
4
Perform the following steps:
1) Unpack the box and locate the installation
poster and USB cord
2) Remove all the internal packaging and tape
3) Plug the printer into an outlet and power on
4) Load the paper
➢Click here to view a video about unboxing
your printer.
Unpacking and Powering On
Next
Back to Start

Back to Previous Page
5
Select the type of device you are setting up
to print from.
If you will be printing from multiple devices, setup to
print from your computer first.
Choose Your Device
Windows Computer
Macintosh Computer
Android or iOS Mobile device
Other
Back to Start

Back to Previous Page
6
How do you want to connect the printer to the
Windows computer?
Directly with a USB cord
This method directly connects your
printer to your computer using a USB
cord. Your printer must be located
within the cord’s reach of the
computer. The USB cord was shipped
with your printer.
This method is not recommended if
you plan to print from mobile devices.
Through the network with an
Ethernet cord
This method connects your printer to
your network using a cable. Any
computer or device that is also on the
network can print to it. The Ethernet
cord is not provided.
If you do not have a wireless network
router, you can use Wi-Fi direct to
print from devices that are not on the
network. The networked printer can be
configured to emit a signal that
devices can directly connect to.
Through the network via Wi-Fi
This method wirelessly connects your
printer to your home office network.
Any computer or device that is also on
the network can print to it. You must
have a wireless router and a good Wi-
Fi signal.
You can also enable Wi-Fi direct to
print from devices that are not on the
network. The networked printer can be
configured to emit a signal that
devices can directly connect to.
Back to Start

Back to Previous Page
7
Perform these steps at your PC:
1. Connect the printer and the computer using the provided USB cable
2. Install the software by either installing the CD that was shipped
with your printer or downloading the utility file
Xerox_B210_Windows_PrintDriver_Utilities_Signed.zip from here.
3. Run the executable (.exe) file
The program will connect to the printer, walk you through
adding the printer to the network, install the Easy Printer
Manager software and drivers, and print a test page.
➢To view a video about using the utility, click here.
➢Note: to manually add the printer to the network using WPS, refer
to the KB articles for Wi-Fi and wired setups.
Next
Prepare for Driver Installation and Connection Setup
Back to Start

Back to Previous Page
8
Enable Wi-Fi Direct from the “Easy Printer
Manager” application on your computer.
Wi-Fi Direct can be used as a backup connection, to
support wireless printing from non-networked
devices, and to access advanced settings in CWIS.
1. Open Easy Printer Manager > Select Advanced Settings >
hover over Device Settings, then select Network Settings.
For Wi-Fi Direct, select On to enable the feature.
2. Make note of the IP Address displayed. It will be used later to
access the printer's web interface (CentreWare Internet Services).
3. For Network Key, enter a password that contains at least 8
characters. This password will be used later to connect to the
printer's Wi-Fi Direct signal.
4. Click Save to save the settings.
Setup Wi-Fi Direct
Next
Back to Start

Back to Previous Page
9
If you need to enable or disable the banner
page from printing with each print job, this
can be configured in CWIS.
The banner page is a cover page that contains
information identifying the user and job name.
➢Click here to read the knowledge base instructions.
Enable or Disable the Banner Page
Next
Back to Start

Back to Previous Page
10
You have completed the setup and install
process for this device.
Choose what you would like to do next.
You are all done!
Setup another device
Done
Back to Start

Back to Previous Page
Choose the appropriate range of operating
system versions that your Macintosh PC is
running.
11
Choose Your Mac’s Operating System Version
10.15 or above
10.14 or below
Back to Start

Back to Previous Page
12
Connect with the USB Cord
Plug one end of the USB cord into your
printer and the other end into your
computer.
The cord was shipped with your printer.
Note: You will have an opportunity to setup a network
connection later. The USB connection is required for
the initial setup.
Next
Back to Start

13
Install “Xerox_B2xx_Series_Print_Scan_Drivers”
Download the print driver file package from
support.xerox.com.
This file package is called
Xerox_B2xx_Series_Print_Scan_Drivers_.dmg
➢Note: B210 does not support scan. This package
contains the B210 Print Driver file along with other
drivers for the B205 and B215 models.
➢To download the driver, click here.
Next
Back to Previous Page Back to Start

14
Install “MAC_Printer”
Select and install the print driver:
“MAC_Printer”
This file will load the printing software to the computer
and connect to the printer.
➢To view a video about installing the driver files, and the
navigation to print a test page, click here.Next
Back to Previous Page Back to Start

Back to Previous Page
15
How do you want to connect the printer to your
devices?
Read the benefits of each method and click on your selection.
Directly with a USB cord
This method directly connects your
printer to your computer using a USB
cord. Your printer must be located
within the cord’s reach of the
computer. The USB cord was shipped
with your printer.
This method is not recommended if
you plan to print from mobile devices,
or use Centreware Internet Services to
access the printer’s Advanced
Settings.
Through the network with an
Ethernet cord
This method connects your printer to
your network using a cable. Any
computer or device that is also on the
network can print to it. The Ethernet
cord is not provided.
If you do not have a wireless network
router, you can use Wi-Fi direct to
print from devices that are not on the
network. The networked printer can be
configured to emit a signal that
devices can directly connect to.
Through the network via Wi-Fi
This method wirelessly connects your
printer to your home office network.
Any computer or device that is also on
the network can print to it. You must
have a wireless router and a good Wi-
Fi signal.
You can also enable Wi-Fi direct to
print from devices that are not on the
network. The networked printer can be
configured to emit a signal that
devices can directly connect to.
Back to Start

16
Use WPS to add the printer to the Wi-Fi network.
Perform the following steps:
1. Activate WPS from your router, if required. Some routers have a
WPS button on them and others require configuration from the
router’s interface/web page. Refer to your router’s user
documentation.
2. Push and hold WPS button on the printer for 2 seconds.
3. Wait 2-3 minutes for the blue WPS button to stop flashing.
4. Wait approximately 1 minute for the printer to obtain a valid IP
address.
5. Press the red Stop button to print a configuration report and verify
that an IP address was obtained.
➢For more detailed steps to verify the IP address, click here.
Add the Printer to the Wi-Fi Network using WPS
Next
Back to Previous Page Back to Start
Try a different method to setup WiFi

Back to Previous Page
17
Connect the printer to the network hub with an
Ethernet cord and configure the printer for this
connection.
Perform these steps from the printer’s control panel.
1. Push and hold the WPS button on the printer for 2 seconds.
2. Wait 2-3 minutes for the blue WPS button to stop flashing and for
the default wireless connection to time-out.
3. Wait approximately 20 seconds to allow DHCP to discover the IP
address using the wired connection.
4. Press the red Stop button to print a configuration report and verify
that an IP address was obtained.
➢For more detailed steps to verify the IP address, click here.
Add the Printer to the Network
Next
Back to Start

Back to Wireless Setup Back to Wired Setup
18
Enable Wi-Fi Direct from the printer’s web
interface (CWIS).
Wi-Fi Direct can be used as a backup connection
method if your network goes down, or to support
wireless printing from devices that are not on the
printer’s network.
Note: This step applies to printers that are on a network using Wi-Fi or
an Ethernet cord.
➢To enable Wi-Fi direct, follow the knowledge base
instructions found here.
Setup Wi-Fi Direct
Next
Back to Start

Back to Previous Page
19
Validate you can print over the network
connection.
Remove the USB cable. Print any document
from your computer.
Print a Test Page
Next
Back to Start

Back to Previous Page
20
If you need to enable or disable the banner
page from printing with each print job, this
can be configured in CWIS.
The banner page is a cover page that contains
information identifying the user and job name.
Note: This step applies to printers that are on a network using Wi-Fi or
an Ethernet cord.
➢Click here to read the knowledge base instructions.
These directions are not applicable to Mac 10.15+ PCs connected over USB,
because Easy Printer Manager software (which is not supported for Mac
10.15+) is required to access CWIS and enable Wi-Fi Direct.
Enable or Disable the Banner Page
Next
Back to Start