Network Accounting; Enabling And Configuring Network Accounting - Xerox Phaser 7100 System Administrator Manual

Accounting

Network Accounting

Network Accounting allows you to manage printer usage with detailed cost analysis capabilities. Print
jobs are tracked at the printer and stored in a job log. All jobs require authentication of User ID and
Account ID, which are logged with the job details in the job log. The user is prompted for accounting
information when submitting a job to the printer.
The job log information can be compiled at the accounting server and formatted into reports.
Before you begin:
• Install and configure Xerox certified network accounting software on your network. Refer to the
manufacturer's instructions for help.
• Test communication between the accounting server and the printer. To do this, open a Web
browser, type the IP Address of the printer in the address bar, then press Enter. The printer's
CentreWare Internet Services home page should display.
• Install print drivers on all user computers if you want to track print jobs.

Enabling and Configuring Network Accounting

In CentreWare Internet Services, click Properties > Accounting > Accounting Configuration.
1.
2. Next to Accounting Type, select Network Accounting.
Next to Verify User Details for Printer, select Yes to authenticate users at the control panel. Local
3.
authentication must be configured. For details, see
4. Next to Customize User Prompts, select how you want to prompt users for their credentials.
Next to Color Tracking Only, select Enabled if you only want to track color impressions.
5.
6. Click Apply.
7. Click Reboot Machine.
8. Configure Network Authentication if it is not configured. For details, see
page 72.
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Local Accounting on page 68.
Network Accounting on