Connecting The Printer; Selecting A Connection Method - Xerox VersaLink B405 User Manual

Getting Started
Note
Sudden temperature fluctuations can affect print quality. Rapid heating of a cold room can cause
condensation inside the printer, directly interfering with image transfer.
2. Place the printer on a level, solid, non-vibrating surface with adequate strength to hold the weight
of the printer. The printer must be horizontal with all four feet in solid contact with the surface.
To find the weight for your printer configuration, refer to
3. Select a location with adequate clearance to access supplies and to provide proper ventilation.
To find the clearance requirements for your printer, refer to
4. After positioning the printer, you are ready to connect it to the power source and computer or network.

Connecting the Printer

Selecting a Connection Method

You can connect the printer to your computer using a USB cable, Ethernet cable, or wireless connection.
The method that you select depends on how your computer is connected to the network. A USB
connection is a direct connection and is the easiest to set up. An Ethernet connection is used to connect
to a network. If you are using a network connection, it is important to understand how your computer
is connected to the network.
Note
Hardware and cabling requirements vary for the different connection methods. Routers, network hubs,
network switches, modems, Ethernet cables, and USB cables are not included with your printer and must
be purchased separately.
USB
If you connect the printer to one computer and do not have a network, use a USB connection. A
USB connection offers fast data speeds, but typically not as fast as a network connection.
Note
To access the Embedded Web Server, a network connection is required.
Network
If your computer is connected to an office network or home network, use an Ethernet cable to
connect the printer to the network. You cannot connect the printer directly to the computer via
Ethernet. A connection through a router or network switch is required. An Ethernet network can be
used for one or more computers and supports many printers and systems simultaneously. An
Ethernet connection is typically faster than USB and allows you direct access to the settings of the
printer using the Embedded Web Server.
Wireless Network
If your environment includes a wireless router or wireless access point, you can connect the printer
to the network with a wireless connection. A wireless network connection provides the same access
and services as a wired connection. A wireless network connection is typically faster than USB and
allows direct access to the settings of the printer using the Embedded Web Server.
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Weights and Dimensions.
Total Space Requirements.
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