NEC 870 - SuperScript B/W Laser Printer Network Quickstart

Basic Setup — 1, 2, 3
You need to set up your SuperScript™ 870 printer, 870 NIC, and
network so they work together. This QuickStart provides basic setup
instructions for the most popular systems using software on the
870 Network Solutions CD .
1 - Install the 870 NIC in your printer and print
a test page.
Follow the instructions inside for installing and testing the 870 NIC.
2 - Assign an IP address to the 870 NIC.
Follow the instructions for Windows 95/98, Windows NT 4.x,
Windows for WorkGroups, or Windows Peer to Peer Printing.
(This step is not necessary for MacOS.)
3 - Configure your network to use the 870 NIC.
Follow the instructions for Netware 4.x,
Netware 3.x, lpr printing, or MacOS.
(For UNIX setup, see the Network User's Guide )
If you have difficulties setting up, see the SuperScript 870 Network User's Guide for more detailed explanations.
If you still need help, contact NEC Printer Technical Support at their web site (www.nec.com/nectechsupport)
or phone 1-800-632-4650.
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Supported Printing Environments
The 870 Network Upgrade Kit comes with
software for using the 870 printer on several
network operating systems or protocols,
including
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• Microsoft Windows
Windows NT 4.x, and UNIX
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• NetWare versions 3.x and 4.x
• Mac™ OS 7.x and 8.x using AppleTalk
• Peer to peer printing for Windows 95/98
and Windows NT 4.x
Your Starting Point
The instructions in this guide assume that you are
familiar with your network operating system and
layout, that your system is configured and
operating properly, and that your SuperScript 870
printer drivers are already properly installed.
See the SuperScript 870 User's Guide for more
information about your 870 Printer and its drivers.
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95/98,
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using TCP/IP
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