Types Of Network Connections And Protocols; Types Of Network Connections - Brother QL-810W User Manual

Network Terms and Information

Types of Network Connections and Protocols

You will find basic information about the advanced network features of the Label Printer, along with general
networking and common terms.
The supported protocols and network features differ depending on the model you are using.

Types of Network Connections

Peer-to-Peer printing using TCP/IP
In a Peer-to-Peer environment, each computer directly sends and receives data to each device. There is no
central server controlling file access or Label Printer sharing.
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In a smaller network of two or three computers, we recommend the Peer-to-Peer printing method as it is
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easier to configure than the Network Shared printing method. See Network Shared printing on page 187.
 Each computer must use the TCP/IP Protocol.
Your Label Printer needs an appropriate IP address configuration.
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If using a router, you must configure the Gateway address on the computers and your Label Printer.
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TCP/IP
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