Adding New Functions - Canon imageRUNNER 6570 Reference Manual

Adding New Functions

This machine is compliant with MEAP (Multifunctional Embedded Application
Platform). MEAP is a software platform that enables the development of custom
applications based on Sun Microsystems' Java and Java 2 Platform, Micro Edition
(J2ME).
MEAP enables you to do the following:
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■ Install/Uninstall Customized Applications
Installing MEAP applications enables you to utilize new customizable functions for the
machine. You can also uninstall these applications.
NOTE
For instructions on installing and uninstalling MEAP applications, see the MEAP SMS
Administrator Guide.
■ License Management
This enables you to manage licenses that are issued when you install MEAP applications.
For each application, you can set the terms of validity and impression limits for scan, print,
or copy jobs.
NOTE
For details on obtaining licenses, contact your local authorized Canon dealer.
■ User Management and Restriction Using a Login Service
A login service manages data relating to users using the machine. The following three
login services are available:
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Default Authentication
Use the authentication method set on the machine, such as Department ID
Management or System Manager Settings, as the login service.
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SDL (Simple Device Login)
A login service that is linked to the Department ID Management function of this machine.
You can register user information from a Web browser, such as user and login names
corresponding to a specific Department ID. (See the MEAP SMS Administrator Guide.)
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SSO (Single Sign-On)
A login service which can be used in an Active Directory environment or in the machine.
It contains the following user authentication systems. (For more information, see the
MEAP SMS Administrator Guide.)
- Domain Authentication
- Local Device Authentication
- Domain Authentication + Local Device Authentication
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Overview of the imageRUNNER 6570/5570/5070