Chapter 4 Network Basics; Overview Of Network Setup And Configuration; Connecting Your Printer - Epson AcuLaser C2900N User Manual

Chapter 4
Network Basics

Overview of Network Setup and Configuration

To set up and configure the network:
1. Connect the printer to the network using the recommended hardware and cables.
2. Turn on the printer and the computer.
3. Print the Printer Settings page and keep it for referencing network settings.
4. Install the driver software on the computer from the Software Disc. For information on driver
installation, see the section in this chapter for the specific operating system you are using.
5. Configure the printer's TCP/IP address, which is required to identify the printer on the network.
❏ Microsoft
®
automatically set the printer's IP address if the printer is connected to an established TCP/IP
network. You can also manually set the printer's IP address on the operator panel.
❏ Mac OS
®
X and Linux systems: Manually set the printer's TCP/IP address on the operator
panel.
6. Print a Printer Settings page to verify the new settings.
See Also:
"Printing a Printer Settings Page" on page 100

Connecting Your Printer

Your Epson AcuLaser C2900 Series interconnection cables must meet the following requirements:
Connection Type
USB
®
Windows operating systems: Run the Installer on the Software Disc to
Connection Specifications
USB 2.0
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