Page 1: Setup Guide
RICOH FRANCE S.A. 383, Avenue du Général de Gaulle BP 307-92143 Clamart Cedex Phone: +33-(0)-821-01-74-26 Model number: RICOH LASER AP2610, RICOH LASER AP2610N Printed in China UE USA G074-8617 Setup Guide For safety, please read this manual carefully before you use this product and keep it...
Page 2 Do not attempt any maintenance or troubleshooting other than that mentioned in this manual. This printer contains a laser beam generator and direct exposure to laser beams can cause permanent eye damage. Two kinds of size notation are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the inch version.
Page 3 Setup Guide For safety, please read this manual carefully before you use this product and keep it handy for future reference.
Page 4 Do not attempt any maintenance or troubleshooting other than that mentioned in this manual. This printer contains a laser beam generator and direct exposure to laser beams can cause permanent eye damage. Two kinds of size notation are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the inch version.
Page 5 PCL is a registered trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company. AppleTalk, Apple, Macintosh, TrueType and LaserWriter are registered trade- marks of Apple Computer, Incorporated. IPS-PRINT Printer Language Emulation Copyright© 1999-2000 Oak Technolo- gy, Inc., All rights reserved. Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation.
Page 6: Safety Information
Safety Information When using your printer, the following safety precautions should always be fol- lowed. Safety During Operation In this manual, the following important symbols are used: R WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury.
Page 7 R CAUTION: • Protect the machine from dampness or wet weather, such as rain and snow. • Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you move the machine. While moving the machine, you should take care that the power cord will not be damaged under the machine.
Page 9: Energy Star Program
Low-power mode. • Energy Saver mode This printer automatically lowers its power consumption 30 minutes after the last operation has been completed. To exit Energy Saver mode, press any key on the control panel. To change the setting of the Energy Saver mode, see “System Menu”...
Page 10: Manuals For This Printer
Manuals for This Printer The following manuals describe the operational procedures and maintenance of this machine. To enhance safe and efficient operation of this printer, all users should read and follow the instructions carefully. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Quick Installation Guide Describes how to install the printer.
Page 11: How To Read This Manual
How to Read This Manual Symbols In this manual, the following symbols are used: R WARNING: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury. R CAUTION: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
Page 12: Table Of Contents
Connecting the Network Interface Cable to the Network ... 24 1394 Interface Unit Type 4510 ... 25 Installing the 1394 Interface Unit... 25 Connecting the 1394 Interface Cable to the Printer ... 28 802.11b Interface Unit Type A ... 29 Hard Disk Drive Type 2600 ... 32 AD410 (Duplex Unit) ...
Page 13 Installing the PostScript Printer Driver ... 58 Windows 95/98/Me - Installing the PostScript Printer Driver... 58 Windows 2000/Windows XP - Installing the PostScript Printer Driver ... 59 Windows NT 4.0 - Installing the PostScript Printer Driver ... 61 Macintosh - Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver ... 64 Installing the Printer Driver Using USB...
Page 15: Getting Started
• Basic model This is a printer with a standard USB port and parallel port. • Network standard model This is a printer with a standard Ethernet port, USB port, and parallel port. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Major Specifications Printing Speed...
Page 16: Printer Drivers For This Printer
Note ❒ Some of your applications might require the installation of the PCL 5e printer driver. In this case, you can install PCL 5e in addition to PCL 6. See p.54 “Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver” ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ RPCS printer driver This printer driver allows the computer to communicate with the printer via a printer language.
Page 17 Printer Drivers for This Printer ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Adobe PostScript Printer Drivers and PPD files The Adobe Postscript printer drivers and PPD files are included on the CD- ROM that comes with this printer. Adobe PostScript printer driver allows the computer to communicate with the printer via a printer language.
Page 18: Software And Utilities Included On The Cd-Rom
Getting Started Software and Utilities Included on the CD- There are three CD-ROMs that come with this printer. These are labeled "Oper- ating Instructions", "Printer Drivers and Utilities" and "Document Management Utility". The following are included on the three separate CD-ROMs.
Page 19: Viewing The Contents Of The Cd-Rom
Viewing the Contents of the CD-ROM Follow the steps to view the contents of the CD-ROM. A A A A Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Auto Run will start the installer. B B B B Click [Browse This CD-ROM]. Explorer starts and displays the contents of the CD-ROM.
Page 20: Guide To This Printer
Up to 100 sheets of plain paper (80 , 20 lb. bond) can be loaded. See “Paper and Other Media Supported by this Printer” and “ Loading Paper in the Bypass Tray” in the Printer Refer- ence on the CD-ROM labeled "Operat- ing Instructions".
Page 21 Front Cover Release Button Use this button to open the front cov- Power Switch Use this switch to turn the printer power on and off. Paper Tray (Tray 1) Loads up to 250 sheets of plain paper (80 g/m , 20 lb.
Page 22 Registration Roller Feeds the paper. If it becomes dirty, clean it. See “Cleaning the Registration Roller” in the Printer Reference on the CD-ROM labeled "Operating Instructions". [Back side] Transfer Roller Cover Open this cover when replacing a transfer roller.
Page 23: Control Panel
Note ❒ This does not work if the printer is on- line. { { { { Menu} } } } key Press this key to make and check the cur- rent printer settings.
Page 24 Press this key to execute menu items se- lected on the panel display. Press this key to clear some errors. See “Troubleshooting” in the Printer Refer- ence on the CD-ROM labeled "Operating Instructions". { { { { U U U U } } } } { { { { T T T T } } } } keys...
Page 25: Installing Options
With Network standard model, these cannot be attached at the same time. Note ❒ Up to two Paper Feed Units can be attached to the printer at the same time. ❒ The installation of the Paper Feed Unit is necessary to attach the Envelope Feeder Unit.
Page 26: Available Options
❒ The installation of the Memory Unit is necessary to use the 1394 Interface Unit. Available Options The following options can be attached to the printer. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Exterior Paper Feed Unit Type 2600 (Tray 2 or Tray 3)
Page 27 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Basic model Printer : Interior Note ❒ See the inside front cover of this manual to confirm which printer (Basic model or Network standard model) you have. Network Interface Board Type...
Page 28 96MB. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Network standard model Printer : Interior Note ❒ See the inside front cover of this manual to confirm which printer (Basic model or Network standard model) you have. 802.11b Interface Unit Type A You can perform the print job on the IEEE 802.11b (Wireless LAN) environ-...
Page 29: Paper Feed Unit Type 2600
❒ Do not attach more than two Paper Feed Units in your printer at the same time. ❒ Check the printer nameplate to confirm the model code.
Page 30 Reference on the CD-ROM labeled "Operating Instructions". If the printing position is not cor- rect, adjust the registration of the trays. For more information about adjusting the registration of the trays, see "Adjusting the Registra- tion of the Trays" in the Printer Reference.
Page 31: Envelope Feeder Type 2600
Paper Feed Unit. Without the optional Paper Feed Unit, this Envelope Feeder cannot be used. ❒ Your printer can have two optional Paper Feed Units. However, the Envelope Feeder must be used in the top-most optional Paper Feed Unit (Tray 2).
Page 32: Memory Unit Typeb 64Mb
Confirm that the followings are true: • The power switch is turned off. • The interface cable is un- plugged from the printer. Note ❒ If the Duplex Unit is not at- tached, go to step C C C C...
Page 33 L L L L While aligning the power cord to the left side groove of the Duplex Unit, slide the Duplex Unit in un- til it is connected to the printer. ZGDX250J M M M M Attach the interface cable to the printer.
Page 34 Important ❒ If you use a Windows operating system, you should set up the Memory Unit with the printer driver to make the printer recog- nize the installation. See the de- scription of Windows 95/98/Me, Windows 2000 and Windows NT 4.0 on p.51 “Installing the Printer...
Page 35: Network Interface Board Type 2610
1 3 9 4 I n t e r f a c e U n i t , a n d t h e 802.11b Interface Unit cannot be installed to the printer at the same time. For more information, see p.11 “Installing Options”.
Page 36 Installing Options E E E E Pull out the handle of the control- ler board. F F F F Pull the handle and slide the con- troller board out. G G G G Place the controller board on a flat surface.
Page 37 N N N N While aligning the power cord to the left side groove of the Duplex Unit, slide the Duplex Unit in un- til it is connected to the printer. ZGDX253J O O O O Plug the printer's power cord back into the wall outlet, and then turn on the power switch.
Page 38: Connecting The Network Interface Cable To The Network
(e.g. IP address) is listed in the configuration page, then it has been properly installed. For more information about printing the configuration page, see "Printing the Configuration Page" in the Printer Reference on the CD-ROM labeled "Operating Instructions". ZDDP320E ZGDX291J...
Page 39: 1394 Interface Unit Type 4510
❒ Depending on the model you use, the 1394 Interface Unit, the Net- work Interface Board, and the 802.11b Interface Unit cannot be installed in the printer at the same time. For more information, see p.11 “Installing Options”. Important ❒ Printing using "SCSI print "(Win- dows 2000) device and "IEEE 1394...
Page 40 Installing Options D D D D Use a coin to remove the two screws. Note ❒ These screws are used again in step E E E E Pull out the handle of the control- ler board. F F F F Pull the handle and slide the con- troller board out.
Page 41 N N N N While aligning the power cord to the left side groove of the Duplex Unit, slide the Duplex Unit in un- til it is connected to the printer. ZGDX252J O O O O Plug the printer's power cord back into the wall outlet, and then turn on the power switch.
Page 42: Connecting The 1394 Interface Cable To The Printer
For more information about printing the configuration page, see "Print- ing the Configuration Page" in the Printer Reference on the CD-ROM labeled "Operating Instructions". - 1394 Interface Unit specifications ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Interface Connector: IEEE 1394 (6 pins ×...
Page 43: 802.11B Interface Unit Type A
❒ Depending on the model you use, the 802.11b Interface Unit, the 1394 Interface Unit, and the Network Interface Board cannot be installed to the printer at the same time. For more information, see p.11 “In- stalling Options”. Important ❒ Before touching the 802.11b Inter- face Unit, touch something metal to discharge any static electricity.
Page 44 ZGDX410J L L L L Match the controller board to the top and bottom rail using the "T T T T " mark, and then slide it into the printer slowly until it stops. ZGDX420J ZGDX431J ZGDX442J ZGDX500J ZGDX251J...
Page 45 While aligning the power cord to the left side groove of the Duplex Unit, slide the Duplex Unit in un- til it is connected to the printer. 802.11b Interface Unit Type A P P P P Plug the printer's power cord back into the wall outlet, and then turn on the power switch.
Page 46: Hard Disk Drive Type 2600
Disk Drive. D D D D Slowly insert the Hard Disk Drive while aligning it with the top and bottom rails in the printer until it stops. E E E E Fasten the Hard Disk Drive. F F F F Attach the interface cable to the printer.
Page 47 Escape Form Feed Enter Power Error Important ❒ Do not turn off the printer while formatting the Hard Disk Drive. Turning off the printer while formatting the Hard Disk Drive can da mage the Hard Disk Drive. If you successfully format the...
Page 48: Ad410 (Duplex Unit)
E E E E Remove the rear cover in the hor- izontal direction. Note ❒ The rear cover of the printer is not used when attaching the Duplex Unit. F F F F While aligning the power cord to...
Page 49 ❒ If the printing position is not cor- rect, adjust the registration of the trays. For more information about adjusting the registration of the trays, see "Adjusting the Registra- tion of the Trays" in the Printer Reference. AD410 (Duplex Unit)
Page 50: 1-Bin Shift Sort Tray Type 2600
1-bin Shift Sort Tray. E E E E Holding the 1-bin Shift Sort Tray on both sides, align the catches with the holes on the printer and insert. R CAUTION: • When lifting the 1-bin Shift Sort Tray, hold it on both sides. Hold-...
Page 51 G G G G Attach the interface cable to the printer. H H H H Plug the printer's power cord back into the wall outlet, and then turn on the power switch. Note ❒ After installing the last option that you want, print the configuration page to confirm the installation.
Page 52: Cs380 (Mailbox)
❒ The Mailbox and the 1-bin Shift Sort Tray cannot be attached to the printer at the same time. ❒ Check the printer nameplate to confirm the model code. A A A A Check the contents of the box for the following items: •...
Page 53 H H H H Attach the interface cable to the printer. I I I I Plug the printer's power cord back into the wall outlet, and then turn on the power switch. Note ❒ After installing the last option that you want, print the configuration page to confirm the installation.
Page 54 Installing Options...
Page 55: Ethernet Configuration
“Installing the Printer Driver and Software”. • Wireless LAN: Make the settings in p.48 “IEEE 802.11b (Wireless LAN) Con- figuration”, and then see p.51 “Installing the Printer Driver and Software”. Note ❒ The optional Network Interface Board is necessary to use Ethernet with Basic model printer.
Page 56: Host Interface
Configuring the Printer for the Network A A A A Press { { { { Menu} } } } . Menu On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed Power Error “Menu” appears on the panel dis- play. B B B B Press { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } to display “Host...
Page 57 I I I I If you use TCP/IP, you can make settings for “Network Boot”. You can select how to assign the printer's address using the compu- ter. Select one of the items below if necessary. • None (Default) • DHCP A Press { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } to display “Network Boot”.
Page 58 Configuring the Printer for the Network J J J J If you use NetWare, select the frame type for NetWare. Select one of the items below if necessary. • Auto (Default) • Ethernet 802.3 • Ethernet 802.2 • Ethernet II •...
Page 59: Ieee 1394 Configuration
IEEE 1394 Configuration Use this procedure to configure the printer for use in the IEEE 1394 envi- ronment. The following table shows the control panel settings and their default values. These items are in- cluded in the "Host Interface" menu.
Page 60: Scsi Print
Configuring the Printer for the Network G G G G Assign the IP address to the printer. Do not overlap the IP address in the same subnet or the same IP ad- dress in the network setting. Note ❒ To get the IP address for the printer, contact your network administrator.
Page 61 . S e e "Printing a Configuration Page" in the Printer Reference. The settings are now complete. Go to p.51 “Installing the Printer Driv- er and Software”. IEEE 1394 Configuration...
Page 62: Ieee 802.11B (Wireless Lan) Configuration
Configuring the Printer for the Network IEEE 802.11b (Wireless LAN) Configuration Configure the printer for using the wireless LAN. The following table shows the control panel settings and their default values. These items are included in the "Host Interface" menu.
Page 63 . S e e "Printing a Configuration Page" in the Printer Reference. The settings are now complete. Go to p.51 “Installing the Printer Driv- er and Software”. - Address ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Subnet Mask A number used to mathematically “mask”...
Page 64 Configuring the Printer for the Network...
Page 65: Installation Method
When the printer is connected to the computer using USB, see p.66 “Installing the Printer Driver Using USB”. When the printer is connected to the computer using IEEE 1394, see p.68 “In- stalling the Printer Driver Using IEEE 1394”. Important ❒...
Page 66: Quick Install
❒ If your system is Windows 2000/Windows XP or Windows NT 4.0, installing a printer driver by Auto Run requires Administrators permission. When you install a printer driver by Auto Run, log on using an account that has Admin- istrators permission.
Page 67 After reading through all of the contents, click [I accept the agreement] to agree with the license agreement, and then click [Next]. F F F F Click to select a model name you want to use when the "Select Printer" di- alog box appears. Note ❒...
Page 68: Installing The Pcl 6/5E Printer Driver
Installing the Printer Driver and Software Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver Installing the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver Two kinds of PCL printer drivers, PCL 6 and PCL 5e, are provided with this printer. We recommend PCL 6 as your first choice. Limitation ❒...
Page 69: Setting Up Options
Setting Up Options Important ❒ If the printer is equipped with certain options, you should set up the options with the printer driver. Limitation ❒ In Windows 2000/Windows XP, changing the printer settings requires Man- age Printers permission. Members of the Administrators and Power Users groups have Manage Printers permission by default.
Page 70: Installing The Rpcs Printer Driver
❒ If your system is Windows 2000/Windows XP or Windows NT 4.0, installing a printer driver by Auto Run requires Administrators permission. When you install a printer driver by Auto Run, log on using an account that has Admin- istrators permission.
Page 71: Setting Up Options
Setting Up Options Important ❒ If the printer is equipped with certain options, you should set up the options with the printer driver. Limitation ❒ In Windows 2000/Windows XP, changing the printer settings requires Man- age Printers permission. Members of the Administrators and Power Users groups have Manage Printers permission by default.
Page 72: Installing The Postscript Printer Driver
Default interface language is English. Note ❒ The printer driver with the selected language will be installed. ❒ The printer driver will be installed in English if you select the following languages: Cestina, Magyar, Polski, Portugues and Suomi. D D D D Select [PostScript 3 Printer Driver].
Page 73: Windows 2000/Windows Xp - Installing The Postscript Printer Driver
Setting up options Important ❒ If the printer is equipped with certain options, you should set up the options with the printer driver. A A A A Click [Start] on the taskbar, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. The [Printers] window appears.
Page 74 In this case, click [Continue Anyway] to continue the installa- tion. Setting up options Important ❒ If the printer is equipped with certain options, you should set up the options with the printer driver. Limitation ❒ Changing the printer settings requires Manage Printers permission. Members of the Administrators and Power Users groups have Manage Printers permis- sion by default.
Page 75: Windows Nt 4.0 - Installing The Postscript Printer Driver
Default interface language is English. Note ❒ The printer driver with the selected language will be installed. ❒ The printer driver will be installed in English if you select the following languages: Cestina, Magyar, Polski, Portugues and Suomi. D D D D Select [PostScript 3 Printer Driver].
Page 76 When you set up options, log on using an account that has Manage Printers permission. Important ❒ If the printer is equipped with certain options, you should set up the options with the printer driver. A A A A Click [Start] on the taskbar, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers].
Page 77: Interface Cable
- Cautions when connecting the USB interface cable and the IEEE 1394 interface cable Limitation ❒ Do not unplug the cable while printing. Do not turn off the printer power while printing or during bidirectional transmission. Installing the PostScript Printer Driver...
Page 78: Macintosh - Installing The Postscript 3 Printer Driver
Macintosh - Installing the PostScript 3 Printer Driver It is necessary to install a printer driver and a PPD file to print from a Macintosh. Follow these steps to install a printer driver and a PPD file on Macintosh run- ning the 8.6 operating system or later up to 9.1.
Page 79 B B B B Click the [Adobe PS] icon. C C C C In the [Select the PostScript Printer:] list, click the name of the machine you want to use, and then click [Setup]. D D D D Click [Configure].
Page 80: Installing The Printer Driver Using Usb
[New Hardware Found], [Device Driver Wizard] or [Found New Hardware Wizard] di- alog box appears depending on the system used. If the printer driver is already installed, the "plug and play" is displayed, and the printer with its port directed to the USB cable is added to the "Printers" folder.
Page 81: Windows 2000/Windows Xp-Installing The Printer Driver Using Usb
With Windows XP, even if the printer driver has already been installed, [Found New Hardware Wizard] may start when connecting the printer and the computer with the USB cable for the first time. In this case, install the printer driver by fol- lowing the procedure below.
Page 82: Installing The Printer Driver Using Ieee 1394
Windows 2000 and Windows XP. Important ❒ Do not connect new IEEE 1394 or USB devices to the printer or turn on the printer while installing the printer driver. ❒ Before uninstalling the printer driver, be sure to disconnect the 1394 interface cable from the computer.
Page 83 In this case, click [Yes] to continue the installation. ❒ If the printer driver is already installed, the printer icon is automatically added to the [Printer] folder. In such a case, installation of the printer driver is not necessary. ❒ When the installation is complete, the printer with its port directed to "1394_00n"...
Page 84 B B B B In the [Found New Hardware Wizard] dialog box, confirm that [This wizard helps you install software for: (printer name)] is displayed, and select [Install from a list on specific location (Advanced)], and then click [Next>]. C C C C When the [Please choose your search and installation option.] messages appears,...
Page 85: Printing With Ip Over 1394
Preparation "IP over 1394" must be set on the control panel and an IP address for the IEEE 1394 must be specified. For more information about how to make printer settings, see p.45 “IEEE 1394 Configuration”. Limitation ❒ When using the IEEE 1394 (IP over 1394) interface in a network, the Ethernet interface cannot be used in the same network.
Page 86 Installing the Printer Driver and Software ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ If you do not want to install the printer when [Found New Hardware Wizard] starts with an operating system, which supports SCSI print, inactivate the device by fol- lowing the procedures.
Page 87: Installing The Smartnetmonitor For Client/Admin
❒ If your system is Windows 2000/Windows XP or Windows NT 4.0, installing software by Auto Run requires Administrators permission. When you install a printer driver by Auto Run, log on using an account that has Administrators permission. A A A A Close all applications that are running.
Page 88: Installing The Agfa Monotype Font Manager 2000
❒ If your system is Windows 2000/Windows XP or Windows NT 4.0, installing software by Auto Run requires Administrators permission. When you install a printer driver by Auto Run, log on using an account that has Administrators permission. A A A A Close all applications that are running.
Page 89: Using Adobe Pagemaker Version 6.0 Or 6.5
Using Adobe PageMaker Version 6.0 or 6.5 If you use the printer under Windows 95/98/Me, Windows 2000/Windows XP, Windows NT 4.0 with Adobe PageMaker, you need to copy the PPD file to the PageMaker folder. The PPD file is the file with extension ".ppd". It is in the folder "DRIV- ERS\PS\WIN9X_ME\(Language)\DISK1\"...
Page 90: Index
Memory Unit TypeB 64MB , 14 , 18 Menu key , 9 Network Interface Board Type 2610 , 13 , 21 Network Printing Guide , vi Network standard model printer , 1 On Line key , 9 Options , 11 options, available , 12...
Page 91 Power Cord , 7 Power indicator , 9 Power Switch , 7 printer driver , 2 Printer Reference , vi Quick Install , 52 Quick Installation Guide , vi Rear Cover , 7 Registration Roller , 8 RPCS Windows 2000/Windows XP,...
Page 92 USA G074...
Page 93 Network interface cable with ferrite core must be used for RF interference suppression. Declaration of Conformity Product Name: Laser Printer Model Number: RICOH LASER AP2610/RICOH LASER AP2610N Responsible party: Ricoh Corporation Address: 5 Dedrick Place, West Caldwell, NJ 07006 Telephone number: 973-882-2000 This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules.
Page 94 UE USA G074-8637...
Page 95: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Printer Reference For safety, please read this manual carefully before you use this product and keep it handy for future reference.
Page 96 Do not attempt any maintenance or troubleshooting other than that mentioned in this manual. This printer contains a laser beam generator and direct exposure to laser beams can cause permanent eye damage. Two kinds of size notation are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the inch version.
Page 97 PCL is a registered trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company. AppleTalk, Apple, Macintosh, TrueType and LaserWriter are registered trade- marks of Apple Computer, Incorporated. IPS-PRINT Printer Language Emulation Copyright© 1999-2000 Oak Technolo- gy, Inc., All rights reserved. Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation.
Page 98 Manuals for This Printer The following manuals describe the operational procedures and maintenance of this machine. To enhance safe and efficient operation of this printer, all users should read and follow the instructions carefully. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Quick Installation Guide Describes how to install the printer.
Page 99 How to Read This Manual Symbols In this manual, the following symbols are used: R WARNING: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury. R CAUTION: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
Page 100 Uninstalling the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver ... 19 Windows 95/98/Me - Uninstalling the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver... 19 Windows 2000/Windows XP - Uninstalling the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver ... 19 Windows NT 4.0 - Uninstalling the PCL 6/5e Printer Driver ... 20 Uninstalling the RPCS Printer Driver...
Page 101 Checking the Error Log ... 59 5. Troubleshooting Error & Status Messages on the Control Panel... 61 Getting Printer Information over the Network ... 69 Printer Does Not Print ... 76 Other Printing Problems ... 79 Removing Misfed Paper... 82 When “Remove Misfeed Paper Tray”...
Page 102 Spool Printing ... 152 Memory Capacity and Paper Size ... 153 Setting of the “Frame Priority” ... 153 Setting of the “Font Priority” ... 154 Moving and Transporting the Printer ... 155 Moving the Printer ... 155 Specifications ... 157 Mainframe ... 157 Options...
Page 103: Setting Up The Printer Driver And Canceling A Print Job
A A A A On the [File] menu, click [Print]. The [Print] dialog box appears. B B B B Select the printer you want to use in the [Name] list box, and then click [Prop- erties]. The [Printer Properties] dialog box appears.
Page 104: Windows 2000/Windows Xp - Accessing The Printer Properties
❒ With Windows XP, access the [Printers and Faxes] window from [Start] on the taskbar. B B B B Click to select the icon of the printer whose default setting you want to change. C C C C On the [File] menu, click [Properties].
Page 105 B B B B Click to select the icon of the printer whose default settings you want to change. C C C C On the [File] menu, click [Printing Preferences...]. The Printing Preferences Properties appears. D D D D Make any settings you require and click [Apply].
Page 106: Windows Nt 4.0 - Accessing The Printer Properties
Click [Start] on the taskbar, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. The [Printers] window appears. B B B B Click to select the icon of the printer whose default settings you want to change. C C C C On the [File] menu, click [Properties].
Page 107 On the [File] menu, click [Print]. The [Print] dialog box appears. B B B B Select the printer you want to use in the [Name] list box, and then click [Prop- erties]. The Printer Properties appears. C C C C Make any settings you require and click [OK].
Page 108: Rpcs - Accessing The Printer Properties
On the [File] menu, click [Print]. The [Print] dialog box appears. B B B B Select the printer you want to use in the [Name] list box, and then click [Prop- erties]. The [Printer Properties] dialog box appears. C C C C Make any settings you require and click [OK].
Page 109: Windows 2000/Windows Xp - Accessing The Printer Properties
❒ With Windows XP, access the [Printers and Faxes] window from [Start] on the taskbar. B B B B Click to select the icon of the printer whose default settings you want to change. C C C C On the [File] menu, click [Properties].
Page 110 Click [OK]. Making printer settings from an application To make the printer settings for a specific application, open the [Print] dialog box from that application. The following example describes how to make settings for the WordPad application that comes with Windows 2000.
Page 111: Windows Nt 4.0 - Accessing The Printer Properties
Changing the default printer settings - Printer Properties Limitation ❒ Changing the setting of the printer requires Full Control access permission. Members of Administrators, Server Operators, Print Operators, and Power Users groups have Full Control permission by default. When you set up op- tions, log on using an account that has Full Control permission.
Page 112 On the [File] menu, click [Print]. The [Print] dialog box appears. B B B B Select the printer you want to use in the [Name] list box, and then click [Prop- erties]. The [Printer Properties] dialog box appears. C C C C Make any settings you require and click [OK].
Page 113: Postscript - Setting Up For Printing
On the [File] menu, click [Print]. The [Print] dialog box appears. B B B B Select the printer you want to use in the Name list box, and then click [Prop- erties]. The [Printer Properties] dialog box appears. C C C C Make any settings you require and click [Apply].
Page 114: Windows 2000/Windows Xp - Accessing The Printer Properties
❒ With Windows XP, access the [Printers and Faxes] window from [Start] on the taskbar. B B B B Click to select the icon of the printer whose default settings you want to change. C C C C On the [File] menu, click [Properties].
Page 115 Click [OK]. Making printer settings from an application To make the printer settings for a specific application, open the [Print] dialog box from that application. The following example describes how to make settings for the WordPad application that comes with Windows 2000/Windows XP.
Page 116: Windows Nt 4.0 - Accessing The Printer Properties
Click [Start] on the taskbar, point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. The [Printers] window appears . B B B B Click to select the icon of the printer whose default settings you want to change. C C C C On the [File] menu, click [Properties].
Page 117 On the [File] menu, click [Print]. The [Print] dialog box appears. B B B B Select the printer you want to use in the [Name] list box, and then click [Prop- erties]. The [Printer Properties] dialog box appears. C C C C Make any settings you require and click [OK].
Page 118: Macintosh - Setting Up For Printing
Confirm that the printer you want to use is shown in the [Format for:] box. Note ❒ If the printer is not shown in the [Format for:] box, use the pop-up menu to display a list of available printers. Reference The actual appearance of the Page Setup depends on the application you are using.
Page 119: Canceling A Print Job
The message appears on the panel display indicating that the print job is be- ing canceled. Important ❒ When the printer is being shared by multiple computers, be careful not to accidentally cancel someone else's print job. Note ❒ This procedure cancels the print job that is being processed by the printer.
Page 120: Macintosh - Canceling A Print Job
The message appears on the panel display indicating that the print job is be- ing canceled. Important ❒ When the printer is being shared by multiple computers, be careful not to accidentally cancel someone else's print job. Note ❒ This procedure cancels the print job that is being processed by the printer.
Page 121: Uninstalling The Printer Driver And Software
❒ Uninstalling a printer driver requires Manage Printers permission. Members of the Administrators and Power Users groups have Manage Printers permis- sion by default. When you uninstall a printer driver, log on using an account that has Manage Printers permission.
Page 122: Windows Nt 4.0 - Uninstalling The Pcl 6/5E Printer Driver
Administrators, Server Operators, Print Operators, and Power Us- ers groups have Full Control Permission by default. When you install a printer driver, log on using an account that has Full Control permission. A A A A Close all applications that are currently running.
Page 123: Uninstalling The Rpcs Printer Driver
❒ Uninstalling a printer driver requires Manage Printers permission. Members of the Administrators and Power Users groups have Manage Printers permis- sion by default. When you uninstall a printer driver, log on using an account that has Manage Printers permission.
Page 124: Windows Nt 4.0 - Uninstalling The Rpcs Printer Driver
Administrators, Server Operators, Print Operators, and Power Us- ers groups have Full Control Permission by default. When you install a printer driver, log on using an account that has Full Control permission. A A A A Close all applications that are currently running.
Page 125: Uninstalling The Postscript Printer Driver
❒ Uninstalling a printer driver requires Manage Printers permission. Members of the Administrators and Power Users groups have Manage Printers permis- sion by default. When you uninstall a printer driver, log on using an account that has Manage Printers permission.
Page 126: Windows Nt 4.0 - Uninstalling The Postscript Printer Driver
A A A A Drag the “AdobePS” file from the [Extensions] folder in [System Folder] to [Trash]. B B B B Drag the PPD file and plug-in file from the [Printer Descriptions] folder in the [Extensions] folder in [System Folder] to [Trash].
Page 127: Paper And Other Media
❒ The optional Envelope Feeder Unit requires the installation of the optional Paper Feed Unit. Up to two Paper Feed Units can be installed to the printer at the same time. The Envelope Feeder Unit must be used in the top-most Paper Feed Unit (Tray2).
Page 128 Paper and Other Media Note ❒ The printable paper size depends on the memory size of the printer and print data, see p.153 “Memory Capacity and Paper Size”. ❒ For more information about the meanings of the abbreviations, see the notes at the bottom of each table.
Page 129 Means that the supported size is approximately 90 - 305 mm in width, and ap- proximately 148 - 432 mm in length. The supported size may differ depending on the printer language you use. Use the printer driver to set custom sizes. Set custom sizes with the control panel.
Page 130 Paper and Other Media Legal (LG) Letter (LT) × 8 Executive (Exec.) B4 JIS B5 JIS Folio Foolscap F4 F/GL Com#10 Env C5 Env C6 Env DL Env Monarch Env Custom Size × 14 × 11 11 × 8 × 8 ×...
Page 131 Means that the supported size is approximately 3.55 - 12.00 inches in width, and approximately 5.83 - 17.00 inches in length. The supported size may dif- fer depending on the printer language you use. Use the printer driver to set custom sizes. Set custom sizes with the control panel.
Page 132 Paper and Other Media ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Output Paper Sizes (Metric version) B4 JIS B5 JIS 11 × 17 × 14) Legal (LG, 8 × 11) Letter (LT, 8 × 8 Executive (Exec., 7 × 13) Folio (8 × 13) Foolscap (F4, 8 F/GL (8 ×...
Page 133 Foolscap F4 F/GL Com#10 Env C6 Env C5 Env DL Env Monarch Env Custom Size Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer 11 × 17 × 14 × 11 11 × 8 × 8 × 10 × 7 11.26 × 16.54 10.12 ×...
Page 134 Paper and Other Media • ❍ Means that the size is supported and that the paper size should be set with the control panel. There is no dial on the tray. • X Means that the size is not supported. 7.68 ×...
Page 135: Paper Recommendations
Note the following suggestions when handling or selecting paper used with this printer. Loading Paper • Confirm the paper types of the printer. For more information, see p.33 “Types of Paper and Other Media”. Print quality cannot be guaranteed if other paper types are used.
Page 136 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ OHP transparencies • Load only one OHP transparency at the same time onto the Bypass Tray. • When loading an OHP transparency onto the Bypass Tray, set the printer to Transparency mode with the control panel.
Page 137 • Paper that has already been printed on, with the exception of preprinted let- terhead Note ❒ Ink on paper from an earlier print job, another copier, an inkjet printer or other device could damage the fusing unit of this printer due to a differ- ence in fusing temperatures.
Page 138: Printable Area
• with any exposed adhesive, when the flap is in the sealed or closed posi- tion Printable Area The following shows the printable area for this printer. Be sure to set the print margins correctly by the application. 4.2mm ( 1/6 inches) 4.2mm ( 1/6 inches)
Page 139: Loading Paper And Other Media
Loading Paper and Other Media B B B B While lifting the front side of the tray, pull it out of the printer. C C C C Load paper into the tray with the print side down.
Page 140 See p.106 “Paper Input Menu”. B B B B While lifting the front side of the tray, pull it out of the printer. ZCEY150J C C C C If you load paper larger than A4 K or 8 ×...
Page 141 ❒ Confirm that paper fits under the rear guide. F F F F Carefully slide the paper tray into the printer until it stops. ZCEY180J Important ❒ Do not slide the paper tray in with force. If you do, the front and side guides might move.
Page 142: Loading Paper In The Bypass Tray
Sizes”. Note ❒ If you set custom size paper, you should set the paper size using the printer driver. Also, use the con- trol panel to set the custom size set- ting. A A A A Open the Bypass Tray.
Page 143: Paper Input
D D D D Set the paper size and feed direc- tion using the control panel as fol- lows: A Press { { { { Menu} } } } . Menu On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed Enter Power Error “Menu”...
Page 144: Custom Size
❒ The settings of custom sized paper that take effect are not the settings made on the control panel but the settings made in the printer driver. There is no need to change the set- tings on the control panel. Howev-...
Page 145: Paper Type
Setting the Bypass Tray Paper Type To make sure printing is done correct- ly, you must specify one of the follow- ing for the type of sheets loaded in the tray: • Plain paper, Recycled paper, Spe- cial paper, Color paper, Letter- head, Preprinted, Labels, Bond paper, Cardstock, Transparencies, Thick paper...
Page 146: Loading Paper In The Optional Paper Tray
“Paper Types and Sizes”. Important ❒ If the printer is equipped with the optional tray(s), do not slide out more than one tray at the same time. If you do, the printer might fall down.
Page 147: Loading Envelopes
❒ Confirm that paper fits under the rear guide. E E E E While lifting the front of the tray, place the tray into the printer. Then slide it inside until it stops. Important ❒ Do not slide the paper tray in with force.
Page 148 Paper and Other Media B B B B Load envelopes until they stop, with the print side up and the sides of the flaps on the left as shown below. Important ❒ Confirm that the envelope flaps are securely folded down, and that there is no air inside the en- velopes.
Page 149 “Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer”. F Press { { { { Enter #} } } } to apply the set- tings. Wait for a while. G After the panel display chang- es, press { { { { On Line} } } } .
Page 150 ZDDP380E H H H H While lifting the front of the tray, place it into the printer. Then slide it until it stops. Important ❒ Do not slide the paper tray in with force. If you do, the front and side guides might move.
Page 151 For more information about types of envelopes you can select, see p.25 “Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer”. I Press { { { { Enter #} } } } . Wait for a while. Data In Loading Paper and Other Media...
Page 152 Paper and Other Media J After the panel display chang- es, press { { { { On Line} } } } . Menu On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed Power Error "Ready" message appears on the control panel. Ready J J J J Start printing with the computer.
Page 153: Sample Print/Locked Print
Use this function to print only the first set of a multiple-set print jobs. The re- maining sets are saved on the option- al Hard Disk Drive in the printer. The saved job can be printed or canceled from the printer's control panel.
Page 154 H H H H Start printing from the applica- tion's print dialog box. The sample print job is sent to the printer and the first set is printed. I I I I Check the print job to confirm whether the settings are accepta- ble.
Page 155: Deleting A Sample Print File
❒ If you are not satisfied with the first printout of the sample print file and do not want to print the re- mainder, the job in the printer is deleted automatically. Deleting a Sample Print File If you are not satisfied with the print- out, delete the sample print file.
Page 156: Checking The Error Log
Sample Print/Locked Print G G G G Press { { { { On Line} } } } . Menu On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed Power Error "Ready" appears on the panel dis- play. Ready Checking the Error Log Limitation ❒...
Page 157 Sample Print G G G G Press { { { { On Line} } } } . Menu On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed Enter Power Error Data In "Ready" appears on the panel dis- play. Ready...
Page 158: Locked Print
30 jobs or 1,000 pages. It depends on the data volume. ❒ After the locked print file is print- ed, the job in the printer is deleted automatically. Printing a Locked Print File The following procedure describes how to print a locked print file with the PCL printer driver.
Page 159 Start printing from the applica- tion's print dialog box. The locked print job is sent to the printer. J J J J On the printer's control panel, press { { { { Menu} } } } . Menu On Line Job Reset...
Page 160: Deleting The Locked Print File
Sample Print/Locked Print P P P P Press { { { { Enter #} } } } . The following message appears on the panel display. 08:56 ABCD1234 Press # to Print Q Q Q Q Press { { { { Enter #} } } } to print the file. Processing...
Page 161: Checking The Error Log
C Repeat steps A A A A and B B B B to enter the remaining password digits, and then press { { { { Enter #} } } } . If the password is not correct, the following message appears and the panel display returns to the password menu.
Page 162 Sample Print/Locked Print C C C C Press { { { { Enter #} } } } . Menu On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed Power Error The following message appears on the panel display. Locked Print: 08:56 ABCD1234 D D D D Press { { { { T T T T } } } } or { { { { U U U U } } } } to display “Error File(s)”.
Page 163: Troubleshooting
Make sure that the paper size, feed directions and paper type set in the printer driver and on the control panel are the same. There are two methods to resume printing.
Page 164 The cover of the output 1-bin Close the cover of the output Tray is open. 1-bin Tray. The printer is in Energy Saver Wait for a while. mode. An error has occurred in the First, turn the power switch printer.
Page 165 ❒ If you remove the 1394 In- terface Unit, you cannot send print jobs via the 1394 Interface Unit. You can only send print jobs to the printer via the parallel ca- ble connection. Replace the IEEE 802.11b board. Solution...
Page 166 Solution Note Unit, you must set up the option with the printer driver. If you are using Windows 95/98/Me, Win- dows 2000/Windows XP and Windows NT 4.0, see "Installing the Printer Driver and Software"...
Page 167 Hard Disk Drive is not in- stalled. Hex Dump Mode The printer is in Hex Dump Mode. I/O Buffer Overflow There is too much data for the I/O buffer to handle.
Page 168 A Print overrun occurred on a To print the image correctly, file being printed. Only a part add memory to the printer or of the data on the page will be reduce the resolution of the printed, and the print job is image.
Page 169 Maintenance Kit Kit. Error & Status Messages on the Control Panel Description If you want to take the printer offline, press { { { { On Line} } } } . Remove the misfed paper. Remove the misfed paper. See p.82 “Removing Misfed Pa-...
Page 170 See p.90 “Replacing the Toner Cartridge”. The printer is waiting for the Wait for a while. next print job. The printer is warming up or Wait until the panel display toner is being supplied.
Page 171: Getting Printer Information Over The Network
Getting Printer Information over the Network Printer current status You can check the printer's status using the telnet command. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ telnet Use the status command. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ UNIX Use the lpq or lpstat command or stat parameter of rsh, rcp, or ftp.
Page 172 The paper size setting of the Load paper of the indicated tray differs from that of actual paper size into the paper tray paper size in the tray. being used. See p.25 “Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer”. Comments...
Page 173 There is misfeed in the Duplex Unit. Paper Misfeed: Front Cover There is misfeed in the printer. Remove the misfed paper. See Paper Misfeed: Input Tray There is misfeed in the printer. Remove the misfed paper. See Paper Misfeed: Mailbox There is misfeed in the Mail- box.
Page 174 First, turn the power switch USB interface. off and then on. If the message appears again, call your sales or service representative. The printer is warming up or Wait until the panel display toner is being supplied. change the "Ready". Comments...
Page 175 Printer configuration You can check the printer configuration using telnet. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ telnet Use the info command. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ UNIX Use the info parameter of rsh, rcp, or ftp. Reference For more information, see “Remote Maintenance by Telnet (mshell)” in the Network Printing Guide is provided on the CD-ROM labeled “Operating...
Page 176 Troubleshooting ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ *2 Input Tray: Paper Size Paper Size A3 (297 × 420) B4JIS (257 × 364) A4 (297 × 210) A4 (210 × 297) B5JIS (257 × 182) B5JIS (182 × 257) A5 (210 × 148) A5 (148 ×...
Page 177 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ *3 Input Tray: Status Status Normal NoTray PaperEnd ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ *4 Output Tray: Name Name Standard Tray 1-bin Shift Tray Mailbox Tray 1-4 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ *5 Output Tray: Status Status Normal PaperExist OverFlow Error Error &...
Page 178: Printer Does Not Print
You should contact your sales or service representative. See p.110 “List/Test Print Menu”. If you can print a test page but cannot get the printer to print when you issue a print command from the computer, it probably means there is a problem with the computer.
Page 179 Is the Data In indicator If not blinking or lit, the data is not being sent to the printer. blinking or lit after starting ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ If the printer is connected to the computer using the in- the print job? terface cable Make sure the following printer port settings are correct: •...
Page 180 Disconnect all the IEEE 1394 cables from the computer. If you uninstall the printer driver when the printer is connect- ed to a computer with "SCSI print", the printer driver may not be uninstalled properly. To uninstall the driver properly, use the IEEE 1394 Printer Removal Utility on the CD-ROM that comes with the printer.
Page 181: Other Printing Problems
Due to a sudden change in temperature, condensation might appear inside the printer, reducing print quality. If this oc- curs, when you move the printer from a cold room to a warmer room, do not use the printer until it acclimatizes to the temperature.
Page 182 Select [Curl Prevention] [ON] from the [Maintenance] menu. Open the front cover of the printer and then close it. See p.82 “Removing Misfed Paper”. Check the paper size settings. The size selected with the pa- per size dial might be different from the actual paper size.
Page 183 Status Network configurations you have made do not become effec- tive. Printing from a Macintosh with the network standard model is slow. Note ❒ If the problem cannot be solved, contact your sales or service representative. Possible Causes, Descriptions, and Solutions Print a configuration page and check the network settings.
Page 184: Removing Misfed Paper
❒ If a paper misfeed still occurs, contact your sales or service representative. ❒ Forcefully removing misfed paper may cause paper to tear and leave scraps of paper in the printer. ❒ Do not leave any scraps of paper in the printer. When “Remove Misfeed Paper Tray” Appears Important ❒...
Page 185: When "Remove Misfeed Internal Path/Open Front Cover" Appears
Cover" Appears Important ❒ Forcefully removing misfed paper may cause paper to tear and leave scraps of paper in the printer. This might cause a misfeed and damage the printer. A A A A Open the front cover by pushing the front cover release button.
Page 186: When "Remove Misfeed Paper Exit Cover" Appears
• The fusing unit becomes very hot. When installing the new fus- ing unit, turn off the printer and wait about an hour. After that, in- stall the new fusing unit. Not ZGDT120J waiting for the unit to cool down can result in a burn.
Page 187 B B B B Open the paper exit cover. C C C C Remove the misfed paper. D D D D Close the paper exit cover until it clicks. E E E E If the misfed paper is in the fus- ing unit, remove it.
Page 188 Troubleshooting G G G G Pull the fusing unit out. H H H H While holding the tab, remove the misfed paper. Important ❒ Do not touch the metal part of the fusing unit. It becomes very hot. Touching it could result in a burn.
Page 189: When "Remove Misfeed Duplex Unit" Appears
❒ Forcefully removing misfed paper may cause paper to tear and leave scraps of paper in the Dupelx Unit. This might cause a misfeed and damage the printer. A A A A Remove the misfed paper inside of the cover.
Page 190 Duplex Unit, insert the Duplex Unit into back of the printer aligning the rails inside of the printer until it is con- nected. ZGDY360J If the error message appears again, the misfed paper might be left in the printer.
Page 191: When "Remove Misfeed Mailbox" Appears
❒ Forcefully removing misfed paper may cause paper to tear and leave scraps of paper in the 1-bin Shift Sort Tray. This might cause a mis- feed and damage the printer. A A A A Open the upper tray cover. ZCEY460J B B B B Remove the misfed paper.
Page 192: Replacing The Toner Cartridge
Troubleshooting Replacing the Toner Cartridge R WARNING: • Do not incinerate spilled toner or used toner. Toner dust might ignite when exposed to an open flame. • Disposal can take place at our authorized dealer or at appro- priate collection sites. •...
Page 193 ❒ Do not shake or shock the toner ZCEX461J cartridge after pulling out the toner seal to avoid dirt on paper surfaces, toner spillage, or printer failure. F F F F Holding the grips of the cartridge, insert it into the printer until it stops. ZCET151J ZGDT120J...
Page 194 Close the front cover. Important ❒ Do not close the front cover with force. If you cannot close the cover easily, pull out the toner cartridge from the printer and insert it again. After that, close the front cover again. ZGDT140J ZGDH130J...
Page 195: Cleaning And Adjusting The Printer
Lift the paper tray slightly then pull it out until it stops, and while lifting the front side of the tray, pull it out of the printer. B B B B Place the tray on a flat surface. When there is paper in the tray, remove paper.
Page 196: Cleaning The Paper Feed Roller
D D D D Move the printer to the edge of a stable table or desk. ❒ Do not put the printer on an un- ❒ If the printer is equipped with ❒ When lifting the printer, con- For the Paper Feed Unit...
Page 197 Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer H H H H Move the printer to the place where it was placed. Carefully slide the paper tray into the print- er until it stops. ZGDM120J Important ❒...
Page 198: Cleaning The Registration Roller
Open the front cover by pushing the front cover release button. C C C C Pull the toner cartridge out of the printer by holding the grips of the cartridge. Note ❒ Do not hold the toner cartridge upside down or stand it verti- cally.
Page 199: Adjusting The Image Density
Important ❒ Carefully close the front cover. If you cannot close the cover easily, pull the toner cartridge out of the printer and insert it again. After that, close the front cover again. H H H H Turn on the power switch.
Page 200: Adjusting The Registration Of The Trays
Troubleshooting C C C C Press { { { { Enter #} } } } . Image Density: (-3 +3) D D D D Press { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } to set the image density value.
Page 201 B Press { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } to display the tray you want to adjust, and then press { { { { Enter #} } } } . The following message appears ZCEX480J on the panel display. Horiz.: Tray: (-4.0 +4.0) Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer...
Page 202 Troubleshooting C Press { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } to set the dig- it of the registration value (mm). The vertical horizonal Note ❒...
Page 203: The Control Panel
6. Making Printer Settings with Menu Chart This section describes how to change the default settings of the printer and pro- vides information on the parameters included in each menu. Some items in the menu appear only when certain options are installed.
Page 204 Making Printer Settings with the Control Panel Category System⇒ p.124 Host Interface⇒ p.130 PCL Menu⇒ p.137 Language⇒ p.141 The “Sample Print” menu and the “Locked Print” menu appear only when the op- tional Hard Disk Drive is installed. ROM Update is not currently used.
Page 205 Type" in the Host Interface menu. While the printer is On Line, press { { { { Enter #} } } } , and then press { { { { Escape} } } } . Finally, press { { { { Menu} } } } . You can access the "Menu Protect", "Series Prnt.Job", "Ppr.Size Error", and "USB Setting"...
Page 206: Accessing The Main Menu
Making Printer Settings with the Control Panel Accessing the Main Menu Press { { { { Menu} } } } , and “Menu” appears on the panel display. Menu On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed Power Error This menu shows the following nine items which can be displayed one by one pressing { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } .
Page 207 On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed Enter Power Error ❒ After making the printer settings, press { { { { On Line} } } } to return to the “Ready” condition. Menu On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed...
Page 208: Paper Input Menu
Making Printer Settings with the Control Panel Paper Input Menu There are five menu items in the “Paper Input” menu. • Bypass size • Tray Paper Size • Paper type • Tray Locking • Tray Priority Reference For more information about loading paper in the tray, see p.37 “Loading Pa- per and Other Media”.
Page 209 ❒ You can lock multiple trays. ❒ If you want to use the locked tray, you must select the tray ❒ When a locked tray is selected from the printer driver, the Tray Priority You can set priority tray for paper feed when "Auto tray Selected"...
Page 210: Changing The Paper Input Menu
Making Printer Settings with the Control Panel Changing the Paper Input Menu A A A A Press { { { { Menu} } } } . Menu On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed Power Error “Menu” appears on the panel display.
Page 211 F F F F Press { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } to select the tray type you want to use. G G G G Press { { { { Enter #} } } } .
Page 212: Menu List
Form Feed Power Error “Menu” appears on the panel display. You can print the current configuration of the printer. See p.110 “Printing a Configuration Page”. You can print the Menu List which shows the function menus of this printer. You can print the current configuration and installed PS font list of PostScript.
Page 213: List/Test Print
B B B B Press { { { { T T T T } } } } or { { { { U U U U } } } } to display the “List/Test Print” menu. Menu: List/Test Print C C C C Press { { { { Enter #} } } } .
Page 214: Interpreting The Configuration Page
Shows the version number of the Network interface. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Pages Printed Shows the total number of pages printed by the printer to date. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Total Memory Shows the total amount of memory (SDRAM) installed on the printer.
Page 215 When DHCP is active on the network, the actual IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway Address appear in parentheses on the configuration page. Reference For more information about “Host Interface” menu, see p.130 “Host Interface Menu”. Interface Information Shows the interface information. Error Log Shows the log of printer errors. List/Test Print Menu...
Page 216: Maintenance Menu
Making Printer Settings with the Control Panel Maintenance Menu There are 11 menu items in the “Maintenance” menu. • Image Density • Registration • ROM Update • Curl Prevention • HDD Format • WL.LAN Signal • WL.LAN Defaults • Key Repeat •...
Page 217: Maintenance Menu Parameters
Maintenance Menu Parameters Menu Image Density You can select the print image density. -3 to 3 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Prt. Test Sheet Registration ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Adjustment Curl Prevention You can control the fuser temperature to prevent paper from curl- ing.
Page 218 Ppr.Size Error While the printer is Online, press { { { { Enter #} } } } , and then press { { { { Escape} } } } . Finally, press { { { { Menu} } } } . You can access the "Menu Protect", “Series Prnt.Job” and “Ppr. Size Error”...
Page 219: Changing The Maintenance Menu
Changing the Maintenance Menu Protecting the menus A A A A Check if the On Line indicator is on. If not, press { { { { On Line} } } } to enter the "Ready" condition. B B B B Press { { { { Enter #} } } } , then { { { { Escape} } } } , and then { { { { Menu} } } } .
Page 220 Making Printer Settings with the Control Panel G G G G Press { { { { On Line} } } } . Menu On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed Power Error "Ready" appears on the panel display. Ready Canceling the protection A A A A Check if the On Line indicator is on.
Page 221: Hdd Format
Press { { { { Enter #} } } } . Important ❒ Do not turn off the printer while formatting the Hard Disk Drive. Turning off the printer while formatting the Hard Disk Drive can damage the Hard Disk Drive.
Page 222 Making Printer Settings with the Control Panel Displaying the Signal Strength If you need to check the IEEE 802.11b (Wireless LAN) signal, select "WL.LAN Signal" in the "Maintenance" menu. A A A A Press { { { { Menu} } } } .
Page 223 0-20%. If the signal is unstable or unavailable, remove ob- stacles or move the printer to a place where the signal can be received. ❒ Using wireless devices or microwave sources near the printer might affect the signal.
Page 224 Making Printer Settings with the Control Panel G G G G Press { { { { On Line} } } } . Menu On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed Power Error “Ready” appears on the panel display. Ready Resetting the IEEE 802.11b (Wireless LAN) Settings If you need to reset the wireless LAN setting, select "WL.LAN Defaults"...
Page 225 C C C C Press { { { { Enter #} } } } . Menu On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed Enter Power Error The following message appears on the panel display. Maintenance: Image Density D D D D Press { { { { T T T T } } } } or { { { { U U U U } } } } to display "WL.LAN Defaults".
Page 226: System Menu
• On • Off Note ❒ Default: On You can select whether or not to have an error report printed when a printer error or memory error occurs. • On • Off Note ❒ Default: Off...
Page 227 • Not Print • Error List ❒ Default: Not Print Sub Paper Size You can select whether the printer automatically selects the paper tray containing paper of the specified size. • Off • Auto ❒ Default: Off Page Size You can specify the default paper size.
Page 228 Note ❒ Default: On ❒ Default: 30 minutes ❒ If there is an error with the printer, the printer will not switch to Energy Saver mode. ❒ When the printer switches to Energy Saver mode, the Power indicator turns off while the On Line indicator stays on.
Page 229 "On". 300 dpi, 600 dpi 300 dpi, 600 dpi, 1200 dpi 200 dpi, 300 dpi, 400 dpi, 600 dpi, 1200 dpi Note Note it is "On". Note the printer, transfers the print job, and then prints it. installed. System Menu...
Page 230: Changing The System Menu
Making Printer Settings with the Control Panel Changing the System Menu A A A A Press { { { { Menu} } } } . Menu On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed Power Error “Menu” appears on the panel display.
Page 231 H H H H Press { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } to select how many minutes the printer waits before switching to Energy Saver mode.
Page 232: Host Interface Menu
Note ❒ Default: 128 KB You can set how many seconds the printer waits before ending a print job if more data is not received when using parallel interface and USB. If data from another port often appears in the middle of a print job, you should increase the timeout value.
Page 233 Reference For more information about the "Network Setup", see "Config- uring the Printer for the Network" in the Setup Guide. For more information about the "IEEE 1394 Setup", see "Con- figuring the Printer for the Network" in the Setup Guide.
Page 234 You can set the active protocol. TCP/IP, NetWare, NetBEUI, AppleTalk Note ❒ Default: All Active ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Ethernet You can select the speed of the network to which the printer is connected. Auto, 10 Mbps, 100Mbps Note ❒ Default: Auto ❖...
Page 235 Menu You can make settings for using IEEE 1394. This menu appears IEEE 1394 Setup only when the optional IEEE 1394 board is installed. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ IP Address1394 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Subnet Mask1394 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ IP over 1394 ❖...
Page 236 Appears only when the 802.11b Interface Unit board is installed. While the printer is Online, press { { { { Enter #} } } } , and then press { { { { Escape} } } } . Finally, press { { { { Menu} } } } .
Page 237: Changing The Host Interface Menu
Changing the Host Interface Menu A A A A Press { { { { Menu} } } } . Menu On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed Enter Power Error “Menu” appears on the panel display. B B B B Press { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } to display the “Host Interface”...
Page 238 F F F F Press { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } to select how many minutes the printer waits before end- ing a print job.
Page 239: Pcl Menu
You can set the ID of the default font you want to use. • 0 to 50 (for Internal) • 1 to downloaded number ❒ Default: Internal ❒ Default: 0 Description Note Note Note loaded to printer RAM. Note PCL Menu...
Page 240 Making Printer Settings with the Control Panel Menu Point Size Font Pitch Symbol Set Ext. A4 Width Description You can set the point size you want to use for the default font. 4 to 999.75 by 0.25 Note ❒ Default: 12.00 ❒...
Page 241: Changing The Pcl Menu
Changing the PCL Menu A A A A Press { { { { Menu} } } } . Menu On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed Enter Power Error "Menu" appears on the panel display. B B B B Press { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } to display "PCL Menu", and then press { { { { Enter #} } } } . Menu On Line Job Reset...
Page 242 Making Printer Settings with the Control Panel E E E E Press { { { { On Line} } } } . Menu On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed Power Error "Ready" appears on the panel display. Ready Enter...
Page 243: Language Menu
Language Menu You can select the language you use. Available language as are follows: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, Portuguese, Czech, Polish, Hungarian Note ❒ Default: English Changing the Language Menu You can change the language by the following procedures below. A A A A Press { { { { Menu} } } } .
Page 244 Making Printer Settings with the Control Panel C C C C Press { { { { Enter #} } } } . Menu On Line Job Reset Escape Form Feed Power Error The following message appears on the panel display.
Page 245: Appendix
• Be sure to turn off the printer and wait for about an hour before replacing parts. Not waiting for the printer to cool down can result in a burn.
Page 246: Maintenance Kit Type 2600
Appendix MAINTENANCE KIT Type 2600 Checking the contents of the box Check the contents of the box according to the following list. If one or more items are missing, contact your sales or service representative. Description Quantity Friction pad for 1 pc the paper tray (Tray 1)
Page 247: Replacing The Friction Pad
Confirm that the followings are true: • The power switch is turned off. • The power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet. • The interface cable is unplugged from the printer. Replacing the Friction Pad Replace all friction pad of the tray.
Page 248: Replacing The Paper Feed Rollers
ZCEM180J Important ❒ Be sure to move the printer hor- izontally. Moving the printer facing up on down may cause the toner to scatter. ❒ Do not put the printer on an un- stable or tilted surface. ZCEM190J ZGDM110J...
Page 249: Replacing The Transfer Roller
Note ❒ If the printer is equipped with the optional Paper Feed Unit, do not move the printer and the unit together, they are not se- curely attached. B B B B Slide the green lock lever to the right (A A A A ), remove the paper feed roller (B B B B ).
Page 250 Important ❒ Do not insert the roller on the back of the socket, or the printer might be damaged. ❒ Insert the metallic part of the $ ” parts), roller on the socket.
Page 251: Replacing The Fusing Unit
R CAUTION: • The fusing unit becomes very hot. When installing the new fus- ing unit, turn off the printer and wait about an hour. After that, in- stall the new fusing unit. Not waiting for the unit to cool down can result in a burn.
Page 252 G G G G Close the rear cover. ZGDX224N H H H H Print a configuration page to con- firm that the printer works prop- erly. Reference For more information about printing the configuration page, see “List/Test Print Menu” in the...
Page 253: Collate And Shift Collate
Collate and Shift Collate Reference For more information about collate and shift collate, see the printer driver's Help file. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Collate Outputs can be assembled as sets in sequential order. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Shift Collate The shift tray moves backward or forward each time the copies of one set or those of each job are delivered, and makes the next copy to shift when deliv- ered to differentiate each set or jobs.
Page 254: Spool Printing
Menu”. Important ❒ Do not turn off the printer or the computer when a print job is being spooled and the Data In indicator is blinking. If you do, the print job will remain in the Printer Hard Disk and be printed when the printer is turned on.
Page 255: Memory Capacity And Paper Size
Memory requirements depend on your print data and printing envi- ronment, such as the "Memory Priority" setting or total memory size that the printer has available. The print mode also effects whether the print job will equally completed. Setting of the “Frame Priority”...
Page 256: Setting Of The "Font Priority
Appendix Setting of the “Font Priority” Paper Size A4 (210 × 297) ×11) Letter (8 (11 × 17) ❍ Means that the print job is supported by simplex and duplex printing. ❍* Means it might be impossible to print images complex data with duplex print- ing.
Page 257: Moving And Transporting The Printer
Important ❒ Be sure to disconnect all cables from the printer before transport- ing it. ❒ The printer is a precision piece of machinery. Take care to avoid damage during shipment. Moving the Printer R CAUTION: •...
Page 258 (B B B B ). B Push the under board levers (A A A A ) and pull the Duplex Unit out of the printer (B B B B ). C C C C Be sure to close the Bypass Tray and the front cover.
Page 259: Specifications
❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Interface: Standard 36–pin printer cable and a parallel port on the host computer IEEE 1284 I/F (Compatible, ECP, Nibble) • Do not use a cable more than 2.5 meters (8.2 feet) long.
Page 260 Appendix ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Paper Weight: See p.25 “Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer” ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Power Source: 120V, 60 Hz, 8.4A or more ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Power Consumption: Maximum Printing Energy Saver ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Noise Emission...
Page 261 , 20 lb. bond) ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Memory: Standard 32MB, up to 96MB (with the optional Memory Unit) ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Network (Basic model printer requires the optional Network Interface Board): Topology: Ethernet (10BaseT/100BaseTX) Protocol: TCP/IP, NetBEUI, IPX/SPX, AppleTalk ❖...
Page 262: Options
60 – 105 g/m (16 – 28 lb. bond) ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Paper Size: See p.25 “Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer”. Envelope Feeder Type 2600 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Dimensions (W× × × × D× × × × H): 468 ×...
Page 263 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Dimensions (W × × × × D × × × × H): 465 × 395 × 160 mm (18.3 × 15.6 × 6.3 inches) ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Paper Size: See p.25 “Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer”. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Paper Weight: 60 – 105 g/m (16 –...
Page 264 Appendix Memory Unit TypeB 64MB ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Module Type: SO-DIMM (Small Outline Dual-in-line Memory Module) ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Memory Type: SDRAM (Synchronous Dynamic RAM) ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Number of Pins: 144 pins Network Interface Board Type 2610 ❖...
Page 265 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Allowed cable hops in a bus: Maximum 16 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Power supply: Nonpower supply Cable Power repeated (IEEE 1394a-2000 compliant) 802.11b Interface Unit TypeA (R-WL11) ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Transmission Spec.: Based on IEEE 802.11b (Wireless LAN) ❖...
Page 266: Consumables
❒ The number of printable pages that can be expected from the starter toner cartridge included in the printer is about 6,000 pages (A4, 5% chart). ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Maintenance Kit MAINTENANCE KIT Type 2600 It is required to change the maintenance kit after every 90,000 pages have been printed.
Page 267: Information About Installed Software
Information about Installed Software expat Expat(Version 1.1). Copyright 1998, 1999 James Clark. All rights reserved. • The software installed on this product includes the expat application soft- ware Version 1.1 (hereinafter "expat 1.1"). • The product manufacturer has not made any modification to the source code of the expat 1.1.
Page 268: Netbsd
Appendix NetBSD Copyright Notice of NetBSD For all users to use this product: This product contains NetBSD operating system: For the most part, the software constituting the NetBSD operating system is not in the public domain; its authors retain their copyright. The following text shows the copyright notice used for many of the NetBSD source code.
Page 269 Authors Name List All product names mentioned herein are trademarks of their respective owners. The following notices are required to satisfy the license terms of the software that we have mentioned in this document: • This product includes software developed by the University of California, Berkeley and its contributors.
Page 270: Index
INDEX 1394 interface cable , 162 1394 Interface Unit Type 4510 , 162 1-bin Shift Sort Tray Type 2600 , 161 AD410 , 160 adhesive labels , 34 Adjusting the image density , 97 Adjusting the Registration , 98 Auto Continue , 124 Bypass size , 106 Collate , 151 Config.
Page 271 Windows 95/98/Me, uninstalling , 23 Windows NT 4.0, uninstalling , 24 Windows XP, uninstalling , 23 Ppr.Size Error , 114 Printer Reference , ii Prt. Err Report , 124 PS Font List , 110 Quick Installation Guide , ii Registration , 114...
Page 272 Windows 2000 PCL 5e, uninstalling , 19 PCL 6, uninstalling , 19 PostScript, uninstalling , 23 printer properties, PCL , 2 printer properties, PostScript , 12 printer properties, RPCS , 7 RPCS, uninstalling , 21 Windows 95/98/Me PCL 5e, uninstalling , 19...
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Page 275 Network Printing Guide For safety, please read this manual carefully before you use this product and keep it handy for future reference.
Page 276 Introduction To get maximum versatility from this machine all operators should carefully read and follow the instruc- tions in this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine. Please read the Safety Information before using this machine. It contains important information related to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
Page 277: Manuals For This Machine
CD-ROM labeled “Operating Instructions” (this manual). ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ PostScript 3 Operating Instructions Supplement Describes the menus and features you can set using the PostScript 3 printer driver. This manual is provided as a PDF file on the CD-ROM labeled “Oper- ating Instructions”.
Page 278 How to Read This Manual Symbols In this manual, the following symbols are used: R WARNING: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury. R CAUTION: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
Page 279 This manual contains detailed instructions on configuring the machine as a net- work printer. Read the section appropriate to your network environment on how to configure the machine correctly. Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows NT (Server) Windows 95/98/Me Windows 2000...
Page 280 If the optional 802.11b Interface Unit has been installed, you cannot use the ad hoc mode. To use NetBEUI, use the SmartNetMonitor for Client port. IPP (Internet Printing Protocol) is a protocol for printing via the Internet. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Interface supported protocols Protocol TCP/IP NetBEUI...
Page 281: Setting Up The Machine On A Network
Setting Up the Machine on a Network Windows 95/98/Me, Windows 2000/Windows XP, Windows NT 4.0 For setting up the machine as a network printer in Windows 95/98/Me, Win- dows 2000/Windows XP and Windows NT 4.0 environment. See p.1 “Windows 95/98/Me Configuration”.
Page 282 NetWare For setting up the machine as a network printer in a NetWare environment, see p.49 “NetWare Configuration”. The Network Interface Board allows you to use the machine as either a print server or a remote printer. For more information about setting up the clients, see the following pages.
Page 283 See p.57 “Setting Up as a Remote Printer”. • NetWare 4.x, 5/5.1 See p.65 “Setting Up as a Remote Printer”. Macintosh For setting up the machine as a network printer in a Macintosh environment, see p.71 “Macintosh Configuration”. AppleTalk NetWare...
Page 284 Printing using the IEEE 802.11b Interface This section describes how to print after installing the optional 802.11b Interface Unit. There are two methods of using this machine as a network printer with IEEE 802.11b. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ad hoc mode This is the mode for transmitting between each wireless LAN client.
Page 285 This is used to protect coded wireless data transmission. To transmit between wireless LAN clients and the coded access point, you must set the same WEP key as the printer. (You can set only 10 hexadecimal characters.) ❖ad hoc mode and WEP ❖infrastructure mode...
Page 286 This section describes how to print via the IEEE 1394 interface after installing the 1394 Interface Unit Type 4510. There are two methods of using the machine as a network printer with IEEE 1394. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ SCSI print You can print using the SCSI print device provided by Windows 2000 and Windows XP.
Page 287 Configuring TCP/IP and IPP for Printing ... 2 Configuring NetBEUI for Printing ... 3 Using SmartNetMonitor for Client... 5 Installing SmartNetMonitor for Client ... 6 Setting Up the Printer Driver ... 7 Changing Port Settings ... 9 Setting Up a Client Computer... 10 2. Windows 2000 Configuration Configuring Windows 2000 ...
Page 288 Quick Setup Using the NIB Setup Tool Wizard... 51 NetWare 3.x - Advanced Settings ... 54 Setting Up as a Print Server... 55 Setting Up as a Remote Printer ... 57 NetWare 4.x, 5/5.1 - Advanced Settings ... 60 Setting Up as a Print Server... 61 Setting Up as a Remote Printer ...
Page 289 Configuring the Network Interface Board with a Web Browser ... 76 Going to the Top Page ... 77 Configuring the Network Interface Board Settings ... 78 Monitoring and Configuring the Printer ... 81 Changing Names and Comments ... 81 Displaying the Status of Printer... 84 Using the IEEE 802.11b (Wireless LAN) ...
Page 291: Windows 95/98/Me Configuration
• Install SmartNetMonitor for Client from the CD-ROM labeled "Printer Drivers and Utilities". For more information about how to install the soft- ware and how to specify the printer driver port, see the Setup Guide. Printing with a Windows 2000 or Windows NT Print Server See p.10 “Setting Up a Client Computer”...
Page 292: Configuring Protocols
Windows 95/98/Me Configuration Configuring Protocols Configuring TCP/IP and IPP for Printing These instructions are for configuring the Network Interface Board and Win- dows 95/98/Me to use the TCP/IP protocol and IPP. Configuring the machine Configure the machine to use the TCP/IP protocol. •...
Page 293: Configuring Netbeui For Printing
Configuring a Windows 95/98/Me computer These steps are for configuring a Windows 95/98/Me computer to use the TCP/IP protocol. A A A A Open [Control Panel] and then double-click the [Network] icon. Make sure that “TCP/IP” is listed in the [The following network components are installed:] box on the [Configuration] tab.
Page 294 Windows 95/98/Me Configuration Configuring a Windows 95/98/Me computer Install the NetBEUI protocol on the Windows 95/98/Me computer and set it as the default protocol. A A A A Open [Control Panel], and then double-click the [Network] icon. Make sure that “NetBEUI” is listed in the [The following network components are installed:] box on the [Configuration] tab.
Page 295: Using Smartnetmonitor For Client
• Equally divides the number of copies to be printed among the selected printers in the printer group (Parallel Printing). Important ❒ The following must be the same for the specified printer and the print- ers selected for Recovery Printing or Parallel Printing. • Printer models (for Parallel Printing only) •...
Page 296: Installing Smartnetmonitor For Client
Client. See p.7 “Setting Up the Printer Driver”. Deleting the port The following procedure allows you to delete the printer port. If you want to de- lete the port which is currently used in Windows, switch the port to another such as “FILE”, and then delete it.
Page 297: Setting Up The Printer Driver
A A A A Install the printer driver of the printer you want to use. B B B B From the [Printers] window, click the icon of the printer. On the [File] menu, click [Properties]. C C C C Click the [Details] tab and click [Add Port].
Page 298 C As necessary, type the names to distinguish the printer in [IPP Port Name]. Type a name differing from those of any existing port names. If you omit this, the address typed in [Printer URL] will be set as the IPP port name.
Page 299: Changing Port Settings
❒ There are no settings for the NetBEUI protocol. ❒ You can configure Timeout Settings for the TCP/IP protocol. A A A A From the [Printers] window, click the printer icon. On the [File] menu, click [Properties]. B B B B Click the [Details] tab, and then click [Port Settings].
Page 300: Setting Up A Client Computer
B B B B Click [Start], point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. C C C C Click the icon of the printer you want to use. On the [File] menu, click [Prop- erties]. Windows 2000, Windows XP or Windows NT Print Server...
Page 301 On the network tree, double-click the name of the computer used as the print server. The printers connected to the network are displayed. G G G G Click the name of the printer you want to use, and then click [OK]. H H H H Click [OK]. I I I I Make sure that the port name is displayed in the [Print to the following port] box, and then click [OK].
Page 302 Windows 95/98/Me Configuration...
Page 303: Windows 2000 Configuration
For more information about Standard TCP/IP port settings, see Windows 2000 Help. Note ❒ If a device model selection dialog box appears during the procedure to add the standard TCP/IP port, select "RICOH Network Printer C Model". 2. Windows 2000 Configuration...
Page 304: Printing With A Lpr Port
Windows 2000 Configuration Printing with a LPR Port See p.22 “Configuring LPR Port Printing” for configuring a LPR port in Win- dows 2000. Printing with a Windows 2000 or Windows NT Print Server See p.23 “Setting Up a Client Computer” for configuring Windows 2000 with a Windows 2000 or Windows NT print server.
Page 305: Configuring The Protocols
Configuring the Protocols Configuring TCP/IP and IPP for Printing Follow these instructions to configure the Network Interface Board and Win- dows 2000 to use the TCP/IP protocol and IPP. Configuring the machine Configure the machine to use the TCP/IP protocol. •...
Page 306: Configuring Netbeui For Printing
Windows 2000 Configuration C C C C Make sure that the“Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” is selected in the [Compo- nents checked are used by this connection:] box on the [General] tab. Note ❒ Select the TCP/IP protocol box if it is not already selected. ❒...
Page 307: Using Smartnetmonitor For Client
• Equally divides the number of copies to be printed among the selected printers in the printer group (Parallel Printing). Important ❒ The following must be the same for the specified printer and the print- ers selected for Recovery Printing or Parallel Printing. • Printer models (for Parallel Printing only) •...
Page 308: Installing Smartnetmonitor For Client
Client. See p.19 “Setting Up the Printer Driver”. Deleting the port The following procedure allows you to delete the printer port. If you want to de- lete the port which is currently used in Windows, switch the port to another such as “FILE”, then delete it.
Page 309: Setting Up The Printer Driver
Before uninstalling SmartNetMonitor for Client, make sure that: • The port settings dialog box is closed. • No printer is using the SmartNetMonitor for Client port as a printer port. • You have performed login with the same user authority as that used to in- stall SmartNetMonitor for Client.
Page 310 C As necessary, type the names to distinguish the printer in [IPP Port Name]. Type a name different from those of any existing port names. If you omit this, the address entered in [Printer URL] will be set as the IPP port name.
Page 311: Changing Port Settings
Note ❒ There are no settings for the NetBEUI protocol. A A A A From the [Printers] window, click the icon of the printer you want to use. On the [File] menu, click [Properties]. B B B B Click the [Ports] tab, and then click [Configure Port].
Page 312: Configuring Lpr Port Printing
Click [Start], point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. The [Printers] window appears. B B B B Click the icon of the printer you want to use. On the [File] menu, click [Prop- erties]. C C C C Click the [Ports] tab and click [Add Port].
Page 313: Setting Up A Client Computer
Windows NT Print Server Windows 2000 Limitation ❒ When using a print server connected to the printer with SmartNetMonitor for Client, you cannot use Recovery Printing and Parallel Printing. Note ❒ This section assumes that the client has already been configured to communi- cate with a Windows 2000, Windows XP or Windows NT print server.
Page 314 Click the printer you want to use, and then click [Next >]. Note ❒ If the printer driver is not installed in the print server, a message appears. If a driver has been installed on the client, click [OK], and then follow the instructions on the screen.
Page 315: Windows Xp Configuration
For more information about Standard TCP/IP port settings, see Windows XP Help. Note ❒ If a device model selection dialog box appears during the procedure to add the standard TCP/IP port, select "RICOH Network Printer C Model".
Page 316: Printing With A Lpr Port
Windows XP Configuration Printing with a LPR Port See p.34 “Configuring LPR Port Printing” for configuring a LPR port in Win- dows XP. Printing with a Windows 2000, Windows XP or Windows NT Print Server See p.35 “Setting Up a Client Computer” for configuring Windows XP with a Windows 2000, Windows XP or Windows NT print server.
Page 317: Configuring The Protocols
Configuring the Protocols Configuring TCP/IP and IPP for Printing Follow these instructions to configure the Network Interface Board and Win- dows XP to use the TCP/IP protocol and IPP. Configuring the machine Configure the machine to use the TCP/IP protocol. •...
Page 318 Windows XP Configuration Configuring a Windows XP computer Follow these steps to configure a Windows XP computer to use the TCP/IP pro- tocol. A A A A Click [Start] on the taskbar, point to [Control Panel], and then click [Network and Internet Connections].
Page 319: Using Smartnetmonitor For Client
• Equally divides the number of copies to be printed among the selected printers in the printer group (Parallel Printing). Important ❒ The following must be the same for the specified printer and the print- ers selected for Recovery Printing or Parallel Printing. • Printer models (for Parallel Printing only) •...
Page 320: Installing Smartnetmonitor For Client
Client. See p.31 “Setting Up the Printer Driver”. Deleting the port The following procedure allows you to delete the printer port. If you want to de- lete the port which is currently used in Windows, switch the port to another such as “FILE”, then delete it.
Page 321: Setting Up The Printer Driver
Before uninstalling SmartNetMonitor for Client, make sure that: • The port settings dialog box is closed. • No printer is using the SmartNetMonitor for Client port as a printer port. • You have performed login with the same user authority as that used to in- stall SmartNetMonitor for Client.
Page 322 C As necessary, type the names to distinguish the printer in [IPP Port Name]. Type a name different from those of any existing port names. If you omit this, the address entered in [Printer URL] will be set as the IPP port name.
Page 323: Changing Port Settings
Changing Port Settings Follow the steps to change SmartNetMonitor for Client settings, such as Parallel Printing, Recovery Printing, TCP/IP, the proxy server and IPP URL. Note ❒ There are no settings for the NetBEUI protocol. A A A A Access the [Printers and Faxes] window from [Start] on the taskbar. B B B B Click the [Ports] tab, and then click [Configure Port].
Page 324: Configuring Lpr Port Printing
A A A A Access the [Printers and Faxes] window from [Start] on the taskbar. B B B B Click the icon of the printer you want to use. On the [File] menu, click [Prop- erties]. C C C C Click the [Ports] tab and click [Add Port].
Page 325: Setting Up A Client Computer
This launches the Add Printer Wizard. C C C C Click [Next >]. D D D D Click [[A network printer, or a printer attached to another computer.], and then click [Next >]. E E E E Click [Next >].
Page 326 Click the printer you want to use, and then click [Next >]. Note ❒ If the printer driver is not installed in the print server, a message appears. If a driver has been installed on the client, click [OK], and then follow the instructions on the screen.
Page 327: Printing Without A Print Server
• Install SmartNetMonitor for Client from the CD-ROM labeled "Printer Drivers and Utilities". For more information about how to install the soft- ware and how to specify the printer driver port, see the Setup Guide. Printing with a LPR Port See p.46 “Configuring LPR Port Printing”...
Page 328: Configuring The Protocols
Windows NT 4.0 Configuration Configuring the Protocols Configuring TCP/IP and IPP for Printing These instructions are for configuring the Network Interface Board and Win- dows NT to use the TCP/IP protocol and IPP. Configuring the machine Configure the machine to use the TCP/IP protocol. •...
Page 329: Configuring Netbeui For Printing
B B B B Configure the TCP/IP protocols with the appropriate IP address, subnet mask and other settings. Check with the network administrator that the settings are correct. C C C C Click the [Services] tab, and then make sure that “Microsoft TCP/IP Print- ing”...
Page 330 Windows NT 4.0 Configuration D D D D Type “0” as the Lana Number. Note ❒ If the other protocol's Lana Number is configured with “0”, you must change the Lana Number a number other than “0”. E E E E Click [OK].
Page 331: Using Smartnetmonitor For Client
• Equally divides the number of copies to be printed among the selected printers in the printer group (Parallel Printing). Important ❒ The following must be the same for the specified printer and the print- ers selected for Recovery Printing or Parallel Printing. • Printer models (for Parallel Printing only) •...
Page 332: Installing Smartnetmonitor For Client
Client. See p.43 “Setting Up the Printer Driver”. Deleting the port The following procedure allows you to delete the printer port. If you want to de- lete the port which is currently used in Windows, switch the port to another such as “FILE”, then delete it.
Page 333: Setting Up The Printer Driver
A A A A Install the printer driver of the printer you want to use. B B B B From the [Printers] window, click the icon of the printer. On the [File] menu, click [Properties]. C C C C Click the [Ports] tab and click [Add Port].
Page 334 C As necessary, type the names to distinguish the printer in [IPP Port Name]. Type a name different from those of any existing port names. If you omit this, the address entered in [Printer URL] will be set as the IPP port name.
Page 335: Changing Port Settings
Note ❒ There are no settings for the NetBEUI protocol. A A A A From the [Printers] window, click the icon of the printer you want to use. On the [File] menu, click [Properties]. B B B B Click the [Ports] tab, and then click [Port Configuration].
Page 336: Configuring Lpr Port Printing
A A A A Click [Start], point to [Settings], and then click [Printers]. B B B B Click the icon of the printer you want to use. On the [File] menu, click [Prop- erties]. C C C C Click the [Ports] tab, and then click [Add Port].
Page 337: Setting Up A Client Computer
Windows NT Print Server Windows NT 4.0 Limitation ❒ When using a print server connected to the printer with SmartNetMonitor for Client, you cannot use Recovery Printing and Parallel Printing. Note ❒ This section assumes that the client has already been configured to communi- cate with a Windows 2000, Windows XP or Windows NT print server.
Page 338 Click the printer you want to use and click [OK]. Note ❒ If the printer driver is not installed in the print server, a message appears. If a driver has been installed on the client, click [OK] and follow the instruc- tions on the screen.
Page 339: Netware Configuration
SmartNetMonitor for Admin displays a list of printers, which are connected to the network. If you cannot find out the printer from the displayed list, refer to the config- uration page printed from the printer. For more information about printing a...
Page 340: Installing Smartnetmonitor For Admin
• To use this computer with NetWare 3.x as a print server, see p.54 “NetWare 3.x - Advanced Settings”. • To use this computer with NetWare 3.x as a remote printer, see p.54 “Net- Ware 3.x - Advanced Settings”. • To use this computer with NetWare 4.x, 5 or 5.1 as a print server, see p.60 “NetWare 4.x, 5/5.1 - Advanced Settings”.
Page 341: Quick Setup Using The Nib Setup Tool Wizard
Quick Setup Using the NIB Setup Tool Wizard With the NIB Setup Tool, you can easily set up a NetWare printing environment. Reference For more information about installing the NIB Setup Tool, see p.49 “Installing the NIB Setup Tool”. You can select [Wizard] or [Property Sheet] as an installation method. When you configure the Network Interface Board for the first time, use the Wiz- ard method.
Page 342 Click [Next >]. N N N N Type the name of the printer into the [Printer Name] box, and the name of the print queue into the [Print Queue Name] box. The default setting for Printer Name is “Print Server Name” followed by “_1”...
Page 343 If you want to change the settings, click [< Back], and then make the settings again. Clicking [Next >], the NIB Setup Tool automatically creates the Print Server, the Printer, and the Print Queue in the NetWare network. R R R R After the confirmation dialog box appears, select [Quit] and click [Finish] to exit the NIB Setup Tool.
Page 344: Netware 3.X - Advanced Settings
NetWare print server for the first time, we recommend you use the Wizard method. See p.51 “Quick Setup Using the NIB Setup Tool Wizard” . Note ❒ This section assumes NetWare is functional and that the necessary environ- ment for the NetWare Print Service is available. Remote Printer Start the print server...
Page 345: Setting Up As A Print Server
Setting Up as a Print Server A A A A Log on to the file server as a Supervisor or a Supervisor equivalent. B B B B Run the NIB Setup Tool. Reference See p.50 “Running the NIB Setup Tool” . C C C C Click [Property Sheet] and click [OK].
Page 346 A From the [Print Server Configuration] menu, select [Queues Serviced By Printer]. B Select the printer created in step M M M M . C Press the { { { { INSERT} } } } key to select a queue serviced by the printer. Note ❒...
Page 347: Setting Up As A Remote Printer
❒ To make sure that the printer is correctly configured, type the following from the command prompt. F:> USERLIST ❒ If the printer works as configured, the name of the print server appears as an attached user. Setting Up as a Remote Printer A A A A Log on to the file server as a Supervisor or a Supervisor equivalent.
Page 348 D In the [Remote Printer No.] box, type the printer number. Important ❒ Use the same printer number as that to be created in the printer server. E Click [OK] to close the property sheet. F After the confirmation dialog box appears, click [OK].
Page 349 A From [Print Server Configuration Menu], select [Queues Serviced By Printer]. B Select the printer created in step M M M M . C Press the { { { { INSERT} } } } key to select a queue serviced by the printer. Note ❒...
Page 350: Netware 4.X, 5/5.1 - Advanced Settings
NetWare Print Service is available. ❒ You should install the client software released from Novell in Windows be- fore running the NIB Setup Tool for configuring in NDS mode or using Win- dows NT 4.0. Remote Printer Start the print server...
Page 351: Setting Up As A Print Server
Setting Up as a Print Server Important ❒ You can set up the print server using the NDS or Bindery mode in NetWare 4.x, 5/5.1. The following procedure is for setting up the print server using the NDS mode in NetWare 4.1. When you set up the print server using the Bind- ery mode, use the NIB Setup Tool Wizard.
Page 352 A Select the container object the printer is located in, and then click [Create] on the [Object] menu. B In the [Class of new object] box, click “Printer”, and then click [OK]. When you are using NetWare 5/5.1, click “Printer (Non NDPS)”.
Page 353 Assign the printer to the created print server as follows. A Click [Assignments], and then click [Add] in the [Assignments] group. B In the [Available objects] box, click the printer created in step M M M M , and then click [OK].
Page 354 NetWare Configuration E E E E Click the IP address of the Network Interface Board which is to be config- ured, and then click [Next >]. Note ❒ If you do not know which Network Interface Board you are configuring, see the network configuration page to check the MAC address (Network Address).
Page 355: Setting Up As A Remote Printer
Setting Up as a Remote Printer A A A A Log on to the file server as an Admin or an Admin equivalent. B B B B Run the NIB Setup Tool. Reference See p.50 “Running the NIB Setup Tool” .
Page 356 D In the [Print Server Operation Mode] group, click [As Remote Printer]. E In the [Remote Printer No.] box, type the number of the printer. Important ❒ Use the same number as that of the printer to be created in the print server. F Click [OK] to close the property sheet.
Page 357 B In the [Available objects] box, click the queue created in the step M M M M , and then click [OK]. C In the [Printers] group, click the printer assigned in step B B B B , and then click [Printer Number].
Page 358: Setting Up A Client Computer
The queues are displayed. H H H H Click the queue you want to print, and then click [OK]. I I I I Click [OK]. In the [Print to the following port] box, a network path to the printer appears.
Page 359: Windows 2000
Note ❒ You should not select these boxes because they should be specified using the printer driver. If they are selected, the printer might not print correctly. When using the PostScript printer driver Follow these steps to set up for the PostScript printer driver.
Page 360: Windows Nt 4.0
Close all the applications that are currently running. D D D D Insert the CD-ROM labeled “Printer Drivers and Utilities”into the CD- ROM drive. If the setup menu starts automatically, you can go to the next step. If not, see the Setup Guide.
Page 361: Macintosh Configuration
Mac OS for more information. Basic Procedure Change to EtherTalk Configure the printer Change the printer name Change the zone Limitation ❒ The required version of Mac OS is 8.6 or later. (Mac OS X Classic environment is supported.)
Page 362: Configuring The Printer
If the network has several similar model printers, the names will be the same. Printers that have the same name will have their names slightly changed in the Chooser. For example, three printers named “printer” will appear in the chooser as “printer0”, “printer1” and “printer2”.
Page 363: Appendix
• Limits the settings to be done from the control panel, and disables changes to be made to some of the items. • Enables the selection of paper type loaded in the printer. • Switches to the Energy Saver mode, and wakes up from the Energy Saver mode.
Page 364: Changing The Network Interface Board Configuration
Click the [Group] menu, point to [Open LAN], and then select [TCP/IP] or [IPX/SPX]. A list of printers appears. Note ❒ Select the protocol of the printer you want to change its configuration. C C C C On the list, Select a printer you want to change its configuration.
Page 365: Managing The User Information
Click the [Group] menu, point to [Open LAN], and then select [TCP/IP] or [IPX/SPX]. A list of printer appears. Note ❒ Select the protocol of the printer you want to change its configuration. C C C C On the list, Select a printer whose statistics information you want to man- age.
Page 366: Configuring The Network Interface Board With A Web Browser
Web Browser The Network Interface Board functions as a Web server in addition to allowing a printer to function as a network printer. You can use a Web Browser to view the printer status and configure the Network Interface Board.
Page 367: Going To The Top Page
NIB Setup Tool. If you change a password with the Web Browser, the other passwords are also changed. Status Displays the name and comments of the Network Interface Board, and the printer status.
Page 368: Configuring The Network Interface Board Settings
Start the Web browser. B B B B Point your browser at the URL or IP address of the printer (e.g. ht- tp://XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX where the Xs are the number of the IP address). The status of the printer you chose appears on the Web browser.
Page 369 Start the Web browser. B B B B Point your browser at the URL or IP address of the printer (e.g. ht- tp://XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX where the Xs are the number of the IP address). The status of the printer you chose appears on the Web browser.
Page 370 Appendix ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ [NetBEUI] Shows the Network Interface Board or 802.11b Interface Unit settings re- lated to the NetBEUI protocol. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ [IEEE 1394] Shows the 1394 Interface Unit settings related to IP over 1394 and SCSI print (SBP-2).
Page 371: Monitoring And Configuring The Printer
Allows you to change names and comments when the TCP/IP protocol is available. Note ❒ Each of the names, in a TCP/IP protocol form (printer name) and in a Net- BEUI protocol form, is changed individually. Comments are, however, common to both of them.
Page 372 A Click the [General] tab, and then type the device name into the [Device Name] box and comment into the [Comment] box. • In the [Device Name] box, type the name of the printer in under 13 char- acters. The factory default name consists of "RNP" and the last 3 bytes of the MAC address on the Network Interface Board.
Page 373 A Click [General], and then type the name into the [Device Name:] box and comment into the [Comment] box. • In the [Device Name:] box, enter the name of the printer in under 13 char- acters. The factory default name consists of "RNP" and the last 3 bytes of the MAC address on the Network Interface Board.
Page 374: Displaying The Status Of Printer
❒ For more information about the status icons, see SmartNetMonitor for Ad- min Help. C C C C Getting further information, click the desired printer to select from the list, and then click [Open] on the [Device] menu. The status of the printer is displayed on the dialog box.
Page 375 If the desired printer is not configured, click [Options] on the pop-up menu. The [SmartNetMonitor for Client - Options] dialog box appears. D D D D Click the printer to be monitored, and select the [To Be Monitored] check box from the [Monitoring Information Settings] group. Note ❒...
Page 376 A A A A Run the Web browser. B B B B Type the address "http:// (IP address of the printer whose status you want to view)". The status of the selected printer is displayed on the Web browser. C C C C Click [Status] and you can check the status of the printer.
Page 377: Using The Ieee 802.11B (Wireless Lan)
Use the WiFi authorized card for an access point and the IEEE 802.11b card in the computer. Setting IEEE 802.11b (Wireless LAN) Connect the printer and the computer in Ad hoc Mode. Then set up IEEE 802.11b (Wireless LAN) according to your network environment using the following procedure.
Page 378: Using In Ad Hoc Mode
Setup, and then click { { { { OK} } } } . Host Interface: Network Setup The following is displayed when installing the 802.11b Interface Unit in the printer with Ethernet as standard equipment. If the 802.11b Interface Unit has been installed in the printer with Ethernet as standard equipment,...
Page 379: Using In Infrastructure Mode
"ASSID" in SSID, you may not be able to connect the computer and the printer in ad hoc mode. H H H H Press { { { { On Line} } } } .
Page 380 WEP key. In this case, make the first key the same as the WEP key set in the printer. A A A A Click [IEEE 802.11b]. B B B B Change [Encryption] to [Enable].
Page 381: Confirming The Connection
If the IEEE 802.11b card is on, it lights in orange. If the IEEE 802.11b (wireless LAN) is not selected, it does not light, even if the printer power is on. If it is connected properly to a net- work, the LED lights in green with infrastructure mode, it is not con- nected to a network.
Page 382: Remote Maintenance By Telnet
Appendix Remote Maintenance by telnet You can view the printer status and configure the Network Interface Board us- ing telnet. Note ❒ You should specify a password so that only the network administrator, or a person having network administrator privileges, can use remote maintenance.
Page 383: Commands List
❒ When the Network Interface Board is reset, the active print job which has already been sent to the machine will finish printing. However, jobs that have not been sent yet will be canceled. Commands List Use this command to display remote maintenance use. Note ❒...
Page 384 Appendix ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Changing the Interface You can specify either the LAN interface or IEEE 802.11b interface when us- ing the optional 802.11b Interface Unit. msh> ifconfig interface up Note ❒ You cannot specify the optional IEEE 1394 Interface Unit. The following is an example for configuring an IP address of 192.168.15.16 on Ethernet interface.
Page 385 Access Control Use the access command to view and configure access control. You can also specify two or more access ranges. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Reference msh> access ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Configuration msh> access ✩ range start-address end-address • ✩ represents a target number between 1 and 5. (Up to five access ranges can be registered and selected.) Example: To specify accessible IP addresses between 192.168.0.10 and 192.168.0.20:...
Page 386 Status of printer. Information about the print jobs. info Information about the paper tray, output tray, printer language of printer. prnlog [ID] Lists the last 16 print jobs. Note ❒ More information about any print job is displayed when the ID number is added after the prnlog command.
Page 387 Reference For more information about the meaning of the data returned with these com- mands, see p.110 “Configuring the Network Interface Board”. Network Interface Board configuration settings information Use the show command to display the Network Interface Board configuration settings. msh>...
Page 388 Appendix ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Display Shows the SNMP information and available protocols. msh> snmp ? msh> snmp [-p] [registered_number] Note ❒ If the -p option is added, you can view the settings one by one. ❒ Omitting the number displays all access settings. ❖...
Page 389 • The “timeout” setting specifies how many seconds the computer keeps try- ing to access the network printer to send print jobs when no connection can be made. • The “auth” setting indicates the user authorization mode.
Page 390 User configuration changed. Direct Printing Port The direct printing port allows printing directly from a computer, connected to the network, to the printer. Use the diprint command to change the direct printing port settings. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ View settings The following command displays the current direct printing port settings.
Page 391 Use the smb command to configure or delete the computer name or workgroup name for NetBEUI. msh> smb parameter Parameter Settings comp Your computer name consisting of up to 13 characters group Workgroup name consisting of up to 15 characters comment Comment consisting of up to 31 characters clear comp...
Page 392 Appendix Use this command to configure SLP settings. You can search the NetWare server using SLP in the PureIP environment of NetWare5/5.1. To use the slp command, you can configure the value of TTL which can be used by the SLP multi-cast-packet. Note ❒...
Page 393 Parameter channel frequency channel no. enc [on|off] key [key value] auth [open|shared] rate [auto|11m|5.5m|2m|1m] Job Spool Use this command to configure Job Spool settings. Limitation ❒ You can only specify the LPR and IPP protocol. Note ❒ This machine information cannot reload automatically when you confirm the Job spool settings on the Web browser.
Page 394 ❒ Specify "on" to enable the job spool function or "off" to disable it. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Clearing Spool Job If the printer is turned off accidentally during a spool job, you can specify whether the job will be reprinted when the printer is turned back on.
Page 395 WINS Use the wins command to configure the WINS server settings For more information about WINS server settings, see p.122 “Configuring a WINS Server”. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Viewing setting The following command displays the WINS server IP address. msh> wins Example out put: wins: primary server 0.0.0.0 secondary server 0.0.0.0 DHCP current config:...
Page 396 ❒ The factory default setting is 3600 seconds. ❒ You can set the interval from 16 to 16384 seconds. ❒ If you set 0, the printer synchronizes with the NTP server only when you turn the printer on. After that, the printer does not synchronize with the NTP server.
Page 397 Changing the password Use the passwd command to change the remote maintenance password. Important ❒ Be sure not to forget or lose the password. Note ❒ The default password is “password”. A A A A Type “passwd”. msh> passwd B B B B Type the current password.
Page 398: Snmp
Setup Tool. See Help for SmartNetMonitor for Admin. You can configure SNMP from your Web browser. See Help on the CD-ROM. Limitation ❒ The kinds of supported MIBs vary depending on the printer. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Supported MIBs • MIB-II •...
Page 399: Understanding The Displayed Information
This section describes how to read the status information returned by the Net- work Interface Board. Print Job Information The status of the print job can be viewed using the following commands. • telnet : Use the status command. See p.96 “Printer status” . Item name Meaning Rank Print job status.
Page 400: Configuring The Network Interface Board
Contact Soft switch AppleTalk Mode Object Type Zone Meaning Up means active, Down means inactive. Internal version number. AppleTalk protocol in selection. Network number. Macintosh printer name. The type of printer. Name of the zone that the printer belongs to.
Page 401 Synchronizes interval URL of homepage. URL name of homepage. URL of help page. Protocol used with SNMP. Frame type. Remote printer number. Print server name. Name of the connect file server. Context of print server. Active mode. (this value is fixed)
Page 402 (this value is fixed) Notification of print job completion. Name of the workgroup. Name of the computer. Comment. Share name (name of the printer type). SSID being used. Channels available for use. Channel being used. IEEE 802.11b interface transmitting mode.
Page 403: Message List
Attached to the file server as a nearest server. (In print server mode) Attached to the print queue name. (In remote printer mode) Cannot establish a connection with the file server. The number of file server users may exceed the maximum number that the file server can handle.
Page 404 (process name) Connected DHCP Server(<DHCP server ad- dress>). connection from <IP address> Could not attach to FileServer<error number> (In remote printer mode) Cannot attach to the Could not attach to PServer<print server> Current Interface Speed:xxxMbps Current IP address <current IP address>...
Page 405 Set Subnet so that it does not overlap with an- other interface. The printer could not authenticate the name of the user attempting to cancel a job. Printing with ipp is disabled. Printing with ipp is enabled.
Page 406 (In print server mode) The print queue name cannot be serviced. Make sure that print queue volume exists on the specified file server. (In print server mode) The printer object is not assigned to the print server <print server name>. Using NWAdmin, assign the printer object, and then restart the printer device.
Page 407 (APPENTRY). Description and Solutions (In print server mode) The print queue is not assigned to the printer. Using NWAdmin, as- sign the print queue to the printer, and then re- start it. (In print server mode) NetWare service has started.
Page 408 Wait until enough HDD space becomes avail- able as printing proceeds. A fatal error occurred while the spool file was being written. Turn the printer off and then on. If this does not work, contact your service or sales repre- sentative.
Page 409: Precautions
When configuration is necessary, follow the appropriate procedures below. Connecting a Dial-Up Router to a Network When the NetWare file server and the printer are on the opposite side of a router, packets are continuously sent back and forth, possibly causing communications charges to increase.
Page 410: Postscript Printing From Windows
You should not configure the form feed on NetWare. The form feed is controlled by the printer driver on Windows. If the NetWare form feed is configured, the printer might not work properly. If you want to change the form feed setting, al- ways configure it on Windows.
Page 411: Using Dhcp
❒ Supported DHCP server is Windows NT 4.0 Server Service Pack 4 or later, Windows 2000 Server and NetWare 5. ❒ If you do not use the WINS server, reserve the printer's IP address in the DHCP server so that the same IP address is assigned every time.
Page 412: Configuring A Wins Server
Configuring a WINS Server The printer can be configured to register its NetBIOS name with a WINS server when power is turned on. This enables the NetBIOS name of the printer to be specified from SmartNetMonitor for Admin even under a DHCP environment.
Page 413: When Using The Nib Setup Tool
• The network printer can only receive one print job from SmartNetMonitor for Client at a time. While the network printer is printing a job, another user can- not access the network printer until it completes the job. In this case, Smart- NetMonitor for Client tries to access the network printer until the retry interval expires.
Page 414: Specifications
Appendix Specifications Interface Frame type Protocol SNMP The 1394 Interface Unit 4510 supports TCP/IP and IPP. To use NetBEUI, use the SmartNetMonitor for Client port. 100BASE-TX, 10BASE-T, IEEE 1394 (IP over 1394) EthernetII, IEEE 802.2, IEEE 802.3, SNAP • TCP/IP Windows 95 Windows 98 Windows Me...
Page 415: Index
Configuring , 81 DHCP , 95 , 121 dial-up router , 119 Direct Printing Port , 100 Displaying the Status of Printer , 84 SmartNetMonitor for Admin , 84 SmartNetMonitor for Client , 85 Web Browser , 86 EtherTalk , 71 Host Name , 104 IEEE 802.11b , 102...
Page 416 SmartNetMonitor for Client, install Windows 2000 , 18 Windows 95/98/Me , 6 Windows NT 4.0 , 42 Windows XP , 30 SmartNetMonitor for Client, printer port Windows 2000 , 19 Windows 95/98/Me , 7 Windows NT 4.0 , 43 Windows XP , 31...
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Page 419 PostScript 3 Operating Instructions Supplement For safety, please read this manual carefully before you use this product and keep it handy for future reference.
Page 420 To get maximum versatility from this machine all operators should carefully read and follow the instruc- tions in this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the printer. Please read the Safety Information before using this printer. It contains important information related to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
Page 421 Toner Saver ... 9 User Code ... 10 Options... 10 2. Printer Utility for Mac Installing Printer Utility for Mac ... 13 Starting Printer Utility for Mac... 14 Printer Utility for Mac Functions ... 15 Downloading PS Fonts... 16 Displaying Printer's Fonts... 17 Deleting Fonts ...
Page 423: Using Postscript
Setting up Options This documentation describes the specific printer functions and menus that are add- ed by installing the PPD file. For more information about the functions and menus of the Windows 95/98/Me PostScript printer driver, see the printer driver's Help.
Page 424 ❒ If the application has a collate option, make sure that it is not selected before sending a print job. By default, sample print jobs are automatically collated by the printer driver. If the collate option is selected in the application print dialog box, more prints than intended may be printed.
Page 425 H H H H Check the sample print to confirm that the settings are correct. If the settings are correct, see "Printing a Sample Print File" in the Printer Ref- erence. If not, you can delete the saved job. See "Deleting a Sample Print File" in the Printer Reference.
Page 426 F F F F Check the sample print to confirm that the settings are correct. If the settings are correct, see "Printing a Sample Print File" in the Printer Ref- erence. If not, you can delete the saved job. See "Deleting a Sample Print File" in the Printer Reference.
Page 427 Note ❒ Use this to identify the user associated with the job. F F F F Click [OK] to close the Printer Properties. G G G G Start printing from the application's print dialog box. The Locked Print job is sent to the machine.
Page 428: Collate
Using PostScript 3 Collate Use this function to enable collation. With this feature, the printer can efficiently print collated sets of multiple-page documents. Limitation ❒ To use this function, the optional Memory Unit of 96MB in total or Hard Disk Drive must be installed on the printer.
Page 429: Paper Selection
Use this to select the media type, input tray, and output tray on the following tabs. Limitation ❒ This function is for Windows 95/98/Me only. Reference For more information about the [Paper Sources and Output Tray] tabs. See the Help file for the printer driver. Setting up Options...
Page 430: Paper Size
Windows 2000/Windows XP Windows NT 4.0 Macintosh Reference For more information about the paper sizes supported by this printer, see "Pa- per and Other Media Supported by This Printer" in the Printer Reference. Media Type Use this to select the paper type.
Page 431: Destination Tray
[Toner Saver] on the [Print Quality] tab. [Printer Features] on [Advanced...] on the [Paper/Quality] tab in the Printing Preferences Properties. [Printer Features] on [Document Options] on the [Advanced] tab. [Toner Saver:] on [Printer Specific Options] in the print dia- log box. Setting up Options...
Page 432: User Code
Using PostScript 3 User Code Use this to set a user code for print logging. Enter a user code using up to eight digits. A user code identifies a group of users and allows you to check the number of sheets printed under each code with SmartNetMonitor for Admin.
Page 433 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Hard Disk • You can use the following function with Hard Disk Drive Type 2600: Collate⇒ p.6 Job Type⇒ p.1 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Mailbox Note ❒ The optional Mailbox and Upper Tray can not be installed at the same time.
Page 434 Using PostScript 3...
Page 435: Printer Utility For Mac
Note ❒ Printer Utility for Mac is included on the CD-ROM labeled “Drivers and Util- ities”. ❒ Printer Utility for Mac requires Mac OS 8.1 or later. (Mac OS X Classic envi- ronment is supported.) Installing Printer Utility for Mac Follow these steps to install Printer Utility for Mac on the machine.
Page 436: Starting Printer Utility For Mac
Starting Printer Utility for Mac The following instructions describe how to start Printer Utility for Mac. Important ❒ Before starting Printer Utility for Mac, confirm that the printer is selected with [Chooser] on the Apple menu. A A A A Double-click the icon of Printer Utility for Mac.
Page 437: Printer Utility For Mac Functions
• [Display Printer Status...] Display the status of the printer. See p.21 “Displaying the Printer Status”. • [Launch Dialogue Console...] Create and edit a PostScript file, and download it to the printer. See p.21 “Launching the Dialogue Console”. Printer Utility for Mac Functions...
Page 438: Downloading Ps Fonts
Printer Utility for Mac Downloading PS Fonts You can download the PS fonts to the printer's memory or hard disk drive. Important ❒ The following procedures to download the fonts assume that you are a sys- tem administrator. If you are not, be sure to consult your system administra- tor.
Page 439: Displaying Printer's Fonts
D D D D Click [Delete]. A confirmation message appears. E E E E Confirm the fonts you want to delete and the printer name from which you want to delete the fonts. F F F F Click [Continue], and then click [OK].
Page 440: Initializing The Printer Disk
Important ❒ When initializing the printer's hard disk drive from the operation panel, all of the data on the printer's hard disk drive is deleted. Before initializing, be sure to check the data on the hard disk drive.
Page 441: Printing Font Sample
You can change the printer's name displayed under Appletalk. If you connect several printers on the network, assign different names so you can identify them. If several printers have the same name, a digit appears next to the printer name in [Chooser].
Page 442: Restarting The Printer
Selecting the Zone You can change the zone to which the printer belongs under Appletalk. Important ❒ Confirm that the printer and a Macintosh are connected in an Appletalk en- vironment. A A A A Select [Select Zone...] on the [Utility] menu.
Page 443: Displaying The Printer Status
Click the [AdobePS] icon. G G G G Select the zone selected in step H H H H Click to select the printer you want to use on the [Select a PostScript Printer:] list. I I I I Close [Chooser].
Page 444 The PostScript file is sent to the printer. Note ❒ The [Reply from Printer] box opens, depending on the PostScript file you sent. D D D D Select [Return To Main Menu] on the [Console] menu to close the PostScript file.
Page 445: Index
INDEX Collate , 6 Deleting Fonts , 17 Destination Tray , 9 Displaying Printer's Fonts , 17 Displaying the Printer Status , 21 Downloading PostScript Files , 20 Downloading PS Fonts , 16 Duplex Printing , 6 Functions Printer Utility for Mac , 15...
Page 447 UNIX Supplement Read this manual carefully before you use this product and keep it handy for future reference. For safety, please follow the instructions in this manual.
Page 448 Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine. Please read the Safety Information in the “Printer Reference” before using this machine. It contains im- portant information related to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
Page 449 Manuals for This Printer The following manuals describe the operational procedures and maintenance of this machine. To enhance safe and efficient operation of this printer, all users should read and follow the instructions carefully. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Quick Installation Guide Describes how to install the printer.
Page 450 How to Read This Manual Symbols In this manual, the following symbols are used: R WARNING: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury. R CAUTION: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
Page 451 Printing with lpr, lp... 10 Printing with rsh, rcp, ftp ... 11 Printer Status ... 13 Viewing the Printer Status with lpq and lpstat ... 13 Viewing the Printer Status with rsh and ftp ... 13 Copying Information to a File ... 14...
Page 453: Unix Configuration
Preparation Configure the printer to use the TCP/IP protocol. • Confirm that the TCP/IP protocol on the printer is set to be active. (The fac- tory default is active.) • Assign an IP address to the printer and configure the other settings re- quired for using the TCP/IP protocol.
Page 454: Executing The Installation Shell Script
IP address. Executing the Installation Shell Script After having configured the printer IP address, follow the procedure below to execute the installation shell script and set up the workstation printing environ- ment.
Page 455 Get the installation shell script from the printer. A Move to the directory you want to copy the installation shell script to. B Use ftp to connect to the printer with the IP address that you just config- ured. # ftp 192.168.15.16 Connected to 192.168.15.16...
Page 456 Note ❒ The IP address will be added to the /etc/hosts file. ❒ If the host name of the printer has already been configured, ignore and press the {RETURN} key. Nothing is added to the /etc/hosts file. Enter the host name of the printer.
Page 457: Setup
Delete the printer entry from /etc/printcap, then execute the installation shell script again. Select options during the setup process. Or, search the printer entry from /etc/printcap, change its rp capability to op- tion setting. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Solaris, HP-UX Delete the printer entry, and then execute the installation shell script again.
Page 458 ❒ The first line of the field is the name of the printer. You use this name when logging on to a network printer from a workstation. You can define several different names by separating each name with the “|”...
Page 459 All workstations accessing the network printer need to have a spool directory for the network printer. ❒ A spool directory should be made for every network printer entry listed in the /etc/printcap file.
Page 460 If your workstation is Solaris 2.5.1, register the print server and print client to the print service. # lpsystem -t bsd -R 0 -y ″ ″ ″ ″ Network Printer″ ″ ″ ″ nphost Register the printer as a remote printer.
Page 461 Set the printer so that the print job is listed in the print queue. /usr/lib/accept np Set the printer to perform the print job. /usr/lib/enable np Restart the scheduler. /usr/lib/lpsched Using the Installation Shell Script...
Page 462: Printing Method
CD-ROM labeled “Operating Instructions”. The maximum number of print session differ depending on printer's total memory size. When the printer has standard memory (32MB), one print session is available. When the printer has optional memory (total 96MB), the maximum number of print session is five.
Page 463: Printing With Rsh, Rcp, Ftp
CD-ROM labeled “Operating Instructions”. The maximum number of print session differs depending on printer's total memory size. When the printer has standard memory (32MB), one print session is available. When the printer has optional memory (total 96MB), the maximum number of print sessions available is five.
Page 464 ❒ You can use wild cards ( * or ? ) for the file name with the mput command. The following procedure shows an example of how to print a file using ftp. Start ftp using the IP address or host name of the printer. % ftp IP_address Note ❒...
Page 465: Printer Status
You can use the following commands to have information and the printer status displayed or copied to a file. Use the lpq or lp command to display the status of the printer or information about print jobs. Use the rsh, rcp or ftp commands to get more detailed information from the printer.
Page 466: Copying Information To A File
Status of the printer. status Information about print jobs. Information about the paper tray, output tray info and printer language of the printer. prnlog Record of the last 16 jobs printed. Record of messages about the Network Interface syslog Board.
Page 467: Index
INDEX BSD UNIX workstation Printing Method , 10 BSD UNIX workstation, Linux Deleting the printer , 5 Printer Status , 13 configuration UNIX , 1 Deleting the printer , 5 Printing , 12 installation shell script , 1 , 2...
Page 468 USA G056...
Page 470 UE USA G056-8680A...
Page 471 QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE <G074-8627> Please read the Safety Information in the Setup Guide or Printer Reference before using this machine. It contains important information related to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING MACHINE PROBLEMS. WHERE TO PUT THE PRINTER Power Connection Connect the power cord to a power source with the follow- The printer’s location should be carefully chosen...
Page 472 Turn on the power switch. Check the LEDs on the ethernet port. ZGDH260J 1 is lit when the printer is securely connected to the network. 2 is lit when 100BASE-TX is in use and not lit when 10BASE-T is in use.

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Table of Contents

Getting Started

Installing Options

Loading Envelopes

PCL 6/5E - Accessing the Printer Properties

1 Setting up the Printer Driver and Canceling a Print Job

RPCS - Accessing the Printer Properties

Postscript - Setting up for Printing

Canceling a Print Job

Uninstalling the PCL 6/5E Printer Driver

2 Uninstalling the Printer Driver and Software

Uninstalling the RPCS Printer Driver

Uninstalling the Postscript Printer Driver

Paper and Other Media Supported by this Printer

3 Paper and Other Media

Loading Paper and Other Media

Sample Print

4 Sample Print/Locked Print

Locked Print

Error & Status Messages on the Control Panel

5 Troubleshooting

Printer Does Not Print

Other Printing Problems

Removing Misfed Paper

Replacing the Toner Cartridge

Cleaning and Adjusting the Printer

Menu Chart

Accessing the Main Menu

Paper Input Menu

List/Test Print Menu

Maintenance Menu

System Menu

Host Interface Menu

PCL Menu

Language Menu

7 Appendix

Replacing Parts

Collate and Shift Collate

Spool Printing

Memory Capacity and Paper Size

Moving and Transporting the Printer

Specifications

Consumables

Information about Installed Software

Index

Table of Contents

Configuring Windows 95/98/Me

1 Windows 95/98/Me Configuration

Configuring Protocols

Using Smartnetmonitor for Client

Setting up a Client Computer

Configuring Windows 2000

2 Windows 2000 Configuration

Configuring the Protocols

Using Smartnetmonitor for Client

Configuring LPR Port Printing

Setting up a Client Computer

Configuring Windows XP

3 Windows XP Configuration

Configuring the Protocols

Using Smartnetmonitor for Client

Configuring LPR Port Printing

Setting up a Client Computer

Configuring Windows Nt

Configuring the Protocols

Using Smartnetmonitor for Client

Configuring LPR Port Printing

Setting up a Client Computer

Installing the NIB Setup Tool

5 Netware Configuration

Quick Setup Using the NIB Setup Tool Wizard

Netware 3.X - Advanced Settings

Netware 4.X, 5/5.1 - Advanced Settings

Setting up a Client Computer

Configuring Macintosh

6 Macintosh Configuration

7 Appendix

Using Smartnetmonitor for Admin

Configuring the Network Interface Board with a Web Browser