Types Of Network Connections And Protocols; Types Of Network Connections - Brother RJ-3050 User Manual

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Appendix B

Types of Network Connections and Protocols

You will find basic information about the advanced network features of the Brother printer, along with general
networking and common terms.
The supported protocols and network features differ depending on the model you are using.

Types of Network Connections

Peer-to-Peer printing using TCP/IP
In a Peer-to-Peer environment, each computer directly sends and receives data to each device. There is no
central server controlling file access or printer sharing.
1 Router
 In a smaller network of 2 or 3 computers, we recommend the Peer-to-Peer printing method as it is easier
to configure than the Network Shared printing method. See Network Shared printing on page 177.
Each computer must use the TCP/IP Protocol.
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Your Brother printer needs an appropriate IP address configuration.
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 If you are using a router, the Gateway address must be configured on the computers and your Brother
printer.
TCP/IP
TCP/IP
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