Connecting The Machine To A Computer Or Network; Connecting To A Network - Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5051 Getting Started

Connecting the Machine to a Computer or Network

The machine can be connected to a computer or network with a USB cable or 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T Ethernet
cable.
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External USB devices (e.g., memory, keyboard, mouse, etc.) are not supported.
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A USB cable or network cable are not included in this package. Please obtain a suitable cable for your computer or network.

Connecting to a Network

The machine supports TCP/IP, AppleTalk, and NetWare, which enables it to be used by Windows, Macintosh, UNIX, and Linux
computers. It also has a 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T connector that can be used on most LANs.
When using 10Base-T/100Base-TX, connect the machine's RJ-45 connector to a hub port using a Category 5 twisted pair LAN
cable. When using 1000Base-T, it is recommended you use an Enchanced Category 5 twisted pair LAN cable.
When connecting the interface cable or network cable, be sure to observe the following precautions to avoid electrical shock .
- Turn OFF the machine's main power switch before disconnecting the power cord from the power outlet . (See Chapter 1,
"Before You Start Using This Machine . " )
- Turn OFF the computer and disconnect the power cord from the power outlet .
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You cannot use the machine as a repeater, bridge, or gateway.
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If two or more machines are on an AppleTalk network, they should be switched 'ON' 10 seconds or more apart.
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The machine can automatically detect the type of Ethernet (10Base-T, 100Base-TX, or 1000Base-T).
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If you are using a mixed 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T environment, devices on the network (hubs, routers, etc.) must support the
mixed environment. For more information, consult your local authorized Canon dealer.
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After connecting the network cable, perform the following operations. (For more information, see the relevant descriptions.)
- Set the date and time, and System Manager settings. (See e-Manual > Settings/Registration and Security.)
- Set the network settings.
- Install a driver if necessary. (See Chapter 14, "Before Printing from Computers, " or Chapter 15, "Before Sending Faxes from Computers. " )
- Install a utility if necessary. (See the manuals provided with the utility.)
Computer with
100Base-TX/1000Base-T
Connector
Ethernet Cable
Hub

Connecting the Machine to a Computer or Network

Computer with
10Base-T Connector
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