Lexmark Pro5500 Series User Manual page 103

Networking
Configuring the printer wirelessly using WPS (Windows only)
‑ Fi Protected Setup (WPS), it is easy to add computers or printers to your wireless network because the SSID
With Wi
and WPA passphrase are automatically detected and configured for you.
1
Make sure your access point (wireless router) supports WPS.
2
Insert the installation software CD and follow the instructions on the computer screen.
Notes:
•
If you are using the PIN method to add your printer using WPS, then make sure you type all eight digits when
you are asked to enter your PIN.
•
To use WPS to configure the printer wirelessly, all of the devices on your wireless network must support WPS. If
any device on your network does not support WPS, then you must type the SSID and security information when
prompted.
Switching between USB, Ethernet, and wireless connections (Windows only)
You can change the way you access your printer, depending on your needs. The following procedures assume that you
have configured your printer for one type of connection and that the printer drivers are installed on the computer. See
related topics on troubleshooting specific connection types if you encounter difficulties during configuration.
Note: The printer supports one active local connection (USB) and one active network connection (Ethernet or
wireless) at a time. It is not possible to use both Ethernet and wireless at the same time.
Using the printer wirelessly
Select the connection type that describes how you currently access your printer:
If the printer is currently set up locally (using USB connection)
1
Click or Start.
2
Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list.
3
Navigate to:
Printer Home > select your printer > Settings tab > Wireless setup utility
4
Follow the instructions on the computer screen to set up the printer wirelessly.
Note: There is no need to remove the USB cable connecting the printer to the computer during wireless
configuration.
If the printer is currently set up for Ethernet
1
Unplug the Ethernet cable from the printer.
2
Place the printer close to the computer you want to use to configure the printer for wireless access.
Note: You will need to connect the printer to the computer with a USB cable. Make sure the printer is close
enough to the computer for your USB cable to reach both.
3
Click or Start.
4
Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list.
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