Configuration Tools; Printing An Ethernet Test Page - InfoPrint 6500 Series User Manual

Chapter 2

Configuration Tools

Configuration Tools
There are two parts to a ethernet setup:
•
Configuring the ethernet so it can be seen on the network. This involves
network-related settings (e.g., an IP address within TCP/IP environments)
configured through the built-in command shell, npsh, or from the control
panel.
•
Configuring a host with a new printer so it knows how to send data to the
ethernet. Just being able to see the printer on the network does not mean
you can automatically print to it. A host has to be told where to send the
data.
NOTE: Some network environments do not require any network settings to

Printing An Ethernet Test Page

Always print an ethernet test page before performing any updates or network
configuration using the following steps for 6500 printers:
1. Take the printer offline. When the printer LCD reads "NOT READY",
press the RETURN and ENTER keys simultaneously to unlock the control
panel.
2. Press MENU. The first configuration main menu option displays.
3. Press the
4. Press ENTER to enter the Operator Print Tests menu. Continue pressing
the
ENTER.
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be configured on the ethernet. However, all network setups require
configuration on the host end.
SCROLL/MICRO until "Operator Print Tests" appears.
SCROLL/MICRO until "Ethernet Test Page" appears. Press