Epson C82435* Owner Manual

EpsonNet 10/100 Base Tx Int. Print Server 5e
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Contents
Introduction
About Your Network Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
About This Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Supported operating systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Printing environments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Supported Epson Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Features of the Network Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Network Interface Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Terms and Concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Chapter 1 Installing Components and Setting Up the Network
Interface
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting a Printing Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Printing from Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Printing from Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Features of the printing methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing Components on Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About installing components on your computer . . . . . . . . . .
Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows Me/98/95. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows 2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows Server 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows NT 4.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Macintosh. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to Set UP the Network Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the network interface on the device . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Configuring the network interface for Windows. . . . . . . . . .
Configuring the network interface for Macintosh . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About installing the printer driver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows Me/98/95. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows 2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows Server 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows NT 4.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Macintosh. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 2 About the Software
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
EpsonNet Config for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
About EpsonNet Config for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Installing EpsonNet Config for Windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Accessing the EpsonNet Config for Windows
User’s Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
EpsonNet Config for Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
About EpsonNet Config for Macintosh. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Installing EpsonNet Config for Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Accessing the EpsonNet Config for Macintosh
User’s Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
EpsonNet Config with Web Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
About EpsonNet Config with Web Browser. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Configuring the network interface using
EpsonNet Config with Web Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Opening Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Index Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Menu Frame. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Information Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
EpsonNet Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
About EpsonNet Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Installing EpsonNet Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
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For Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT 4.0 Users. . . . . . .
For Windows Me/98/95 users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring the printer port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EpsonNet Internet Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About EpsonNet Internet Print. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing EpsonNet Internet Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting up your device using EpsonNet Internet Print . . . .
Status Alert Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EpsonNet WebManager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About EpsonNet WebManager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EpsonNet WebManager functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EpsonNet WebManager operating structure . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing EpsonNet WebManager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting EpsonNet WebManager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Opening the Online Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EpsonNet SetupManager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About EpsonNet SetupManager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing EpsonNet SetupManager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessing the User’s Guide for
EpsonNet SetupManager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 3 Tips for Administrator
Settings for NetWare Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction to NetWare Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instructions for using NetWare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Bindery Print Server (NetWare 4.x) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using NDS Print Server (NetWare 4.x/5.x/6.0). . . . . . . . . .
Using Bindery Remote Printer Mode (NetWare 4.x) . . . . . .
Using NDS Remote Printer Mode
(NetWare 4.x/5.x/6.0) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the NDPS Gateway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instructions for using a Dial-Up Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Settings for UNIX Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction to UNIX settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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lpr filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting up different UNIX systems using the lpr
command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the ftp command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instructions on using DHCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting an IP address using the arp/ping command. . . . . .
Instructions on using a Dial-Up Router. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Function of Universal Plug and Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Uninstalling software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 4 Problem Solver
General Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Problems Specific to Your Network Environment . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows Me/98/95 environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows XP/2000/NT environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Macintosh environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
NetWare environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Initializing the Network Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Restrictions on EPSON Status Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For the laser printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 5 Specifications
Network Interface Specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Regulatory Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reliability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FCC Compliance Statement for United States Users . . . . . . . . . .
WARNING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For Canadian Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DECLARATION of CONFORMITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction
About Your Network Interface
The EpsonNet 10/100 Base Tx Int. Print Server 5e is a network
interface that plugs into an optional interface slot of an Epson
device to enable the device to connect directly to your network.
Because the network interface supports multiple protocols and
automatically detects protocols on your network, you can print
from Microsoft® Windows®, Apple® Macintosh®, UNIX®, and
IBM® OS/2 applications.
Use EpsonNet Config or EpsonNet Config with Web Browser, the
configuration utilities provided with your product, to quickly and
easily configure the network interface to use protocols such as
TCP/IP, NetWare, NetBEUI, IPX/SPX, AppleTalk®, IPP, and
SNMP.
Note:
The EpsonNet Config utility configures the network interface to work
only with protocols that exist on your network. This does not imply that
you can use all of the above-mentioned protocols on your network or
operating system. The protocols that the network interface can use may
vary depending on the operating system and the network configuration.
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About This Guide
This User’s Guide contains information about using the network
interface on a network. It includes how to set up the network
interface, install the configuration software, and modify network
settings of your device and computer.
For information about your device, see the manual shipped with
the device.
Note:
❏ This guide is written for network administrators, and many of the
steps included here require detailed network knowledge and
administrator rights.
❏ The term “network administrator” refers to the person responsible
for maintaining the network. “Administrator” is synonymous with
“Supervisor” in this guide.
❏ The term “network interface” refers to the EpsonNet 10/100 Base
Tx Int. Print Server 5e in this guide.
❏ The term “device” refers to the printer or all-in-one that is supported
by the network interface.
❏ Some screen shots in this guide may list a device name other than
your device. This difference does not alter the instructions.
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Important Safety Instructions
Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.
Notes on installing the network interface
❏ Do not install or uninstall the network interface with wet
hands.
❏ Be careful not to drop or crush the network interface when
installing.
❏ When installing or uninstalling the network interface, be sure
to remove the Ethernet cable, turn off your device, and then
unplug the power cord to avoid electric shock.
Notes on powering on and off
❏ Do not turn off the device when changing the settings. This
may damage the device and the network interface.
❏ Do not turn off the device while printing is in progress. This
may cause operational trouble to the computer sending the
print data and suspend the printing process.
❏ Do not turn off the device during a firmware update.
Otherwise, the update cannot be completed correctly and the
network interface may not work after the update.
Others
❏ Keep the network interface away from humidity and dust.
❏ Do not allow children to handle the network interface.
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❏ Avoid using the network interface if there is smoke, strange
smell, or strange sound; otherwise this could cause fire or
electric shock. Instead, immediately turn off the device,
unplug the power cord, and then contact your Epson dealer.
Do not repair it yourself because this is dangerous.
❏ Do not disassemble or modify the network interface unless
specifically instructed in the guide. This could cause injury,
electric shock, or fire.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
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Warnings
must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Cautions
must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Notes
contain important information and useful tips on the operation of this
product.
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Package Contents
Your network interface package includes the following items.
❏ Network interface (The utility EpsonNet Config with Web
Browser is pre-installed on this network interface.)
❏ Software CD-ROM containing:
-- User’s Guide (PDF-format manual)
-- EpsonNet Config (for Windows)
-- EpsonNet Config (for Macintosh)
-- EpsonNet WebManager
-- EpsonNet Print
-- EpsonNet SetupManager
-- EpsonNet EasyInstall (Win/Mac)
-- EpsonNet Internet Print (Win)
❏ Online Guide Supplement Sheet
Note:
❏ The User’s Guide is a PDF file. To read the User’s Guide, you must
install Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader on your computer.
❏ You need to supply items such as a computer with an Ethernet
network interface, an Epson device with an optional interface slot,
and an Ethernet cable (Category 5 shielded twisted-pair cable).
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Operating Environment
Supported operating systems
The network interface supports the following operating systems.
Supported operating systems
Windows XP
Windows Me
Windows 98 Second Edition
Windows 95 OSR2
Windows 2000
Windows Server 2003
Windows NT 4.0 (with Service Pack 6
or higher)
Mac OS X 10.2 or later
Mac OS 9.1 or later
Printing environments
The network interface receives print jobs in the following
environments.
Operating systems
Windows XP
(Home,
Professional)
Version
Protocol
-
TCP/IP (using LPR, Standard
TCP/IP Port, or EpsonNet Print)
IPP
Windows Me
-
TCP/IP (using EpsonNet Print)
IPP
NetBEUI
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Operating systems
Version
Windows 98/95
Protocol
-
TCP/IP (using EpsonNet Print)
IPP
(using EpsonNet Internet Print)
NetBEUI
Windows 2000
(Professional,
Server)
-
TCP/IP (using LPR, Standard
TCP/IP Port, or EpsonNet Print)
IPP
NetBEUI
Windows Server
2003
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TCP/IP (using LPR, Standard
TCP/IP Port, or EpsonNet Print)
IPP
Windows NT 4.0 with
Service Pack 5 or
higher
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TCP/IP
(using LPR or EpsonNet Print)
IPP
(using EpsonNet Internet Print)
NetBEUI
Macintosh
NetWare
OS/2 (OS/2 Warp
Connect, OS/2
Warp Server)
Mac OS X 10.2.4
or later
AppleTalk
TCP/IP
Rendezvous
Mac OS X 10.2 or
later
AppleTalk
TCP/IP
Mac 9.1 or later
AppleTalk
4.x/IntranetWare
NDS mode
Bindery emulation mode
5.x/6.0
NDS Queue-based print
system
NDPS
V3
V4
TCP/IP (lprportd)
NetBEUI
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Operating systems
Version
Protocol
UNIX
Sun OS 4.1.4 or
later: SPARC
lpr, ftp
SunSoft Solaris 2.4
or later: SPARC
and x86
SCO UNIX 4.2 or
later
SCO UnixWare
2.01 or later
HP/UX 9.05 or
later
IBM AIX 3.2.5 or
later and 4.1.3 or
later
Note:
❏ Only the Intel version of Windows NT is supported.
❏ The multi-user environment of Mac OS 9 is not supported.
❏ If you use the device in a dial-up router environment, you must set
an IP address for the device. Make sure the IP address is suitable for
the segment; incorrect IP address may generate unexpected dial-up.
❏ See the manual shipped with your device for information on the
supported operating system of the device.
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Supported Epson Devices
The network interface can be installed for the following Epson
devices (as of August, 2006).
❏ Ink Jet Printer:
EPSON Stylus Pro10600
EPSON Stylus Pro 4000
EPSON Stylus Pro 4400/4800
EPSON Stylus Pro 7600
EPSON Stylus Pro 7400/7800
EPSON Stylus Pro 9600
EPSON Stylus Pro 9400/9800
❏ Laser Printer:
EPL-N2500
EPL-N7000
EPL-N3000
EPL-N2550
EPL-6200
EPSON AcuLaser 2600
EPSON AcuLaser C7000
EPSON AcuLaser C8600
EPSON AcuLaser C9100
EPSON AcuLaser C4100
EPSON AcuLaser C1900
EPSON AcuLaser C900
EPSON AcuLaser C4200
EPSON AcuLaser C2600
❏ Impact Dot Matrix Printer:
DFX-9000
DFX-5000+
FX-2190/890
LQ-2180
LQ-2090/590
LQ-680/680pro
DLQ-3500
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Features of the Network Interface
❏ Provides high performance.
❏ Connects an Epson device equipped with an optional
interface slot to the network.
❏ Supports multiple protocols, such as TCP/IP, NetWare,
NetBEUI, IPX/SPX, AppleTalk, and IPP.
❏ Supports 100Base full duplex, 100Base half duplex, 10Base full
duplex, and 10Base half duplex.
❏ Supports DHCP.
❏ Supports Automatic Private IP Addressing (APIPA) that
assigns an IP address automatically to the network interface
even if there is no DHCP server on the network.
❏ Supports the Dynamic DNS function.
❏ Supports SNMP and MIB.
❏ Support Rendezvous on Mac OS X 10.2.4 or higher.
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Network Interface Operation
The status lights and status sheet provide you with important
information about the operation and configuration of the network
interface.
Status sheet button Status light Data light
ENSP button*
RJ-45 connector
* ENSP button is not used.
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Status and Data lights
The network interface has two lights (Status and Data), which
indicate the current operating status of the network interface
when you first turn on the device, during normal operation, and
when errors occur. The status light has two colors (green and
orange). The data light is green.
The status lights indicate the network interface status, as follows:
Status light
Data light
Network interface status
Off
On
Resetting
Green flash*
On*
Initializing
Orange status light and green data light
flashing alternately
Firmware update mode
Green
On
Ready (10M link)
Green
Flashing
Receiving packets (10M link)
Green
Off
No communication is
available (10M link).
Orange
On
Ready (100M link)
Orange
Flashing
Receiving packets (100M link)
Orange
Off
No communication is
available (100M link).
Orange flash
repeated once
On
Address error
Orange flash
repeated twice
On
Bus error
Orange flash
repeated three
times
On
TLB error
Orange flash
repeated four
times
On
Other errors
Orange flash
repeated once
Off
File system error
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Orange flash
repeated twice
Off
Flash-Rom illegal access error
* Both lights turn off once and then indicate the status.
Status sheet button
The first time you use the network interface after installing or
reinstalling it, turn on the device. Then, while both the status light
and the data light are off, hold down the status sheet button for
about twenty seconds to initialize the network interface. The
length of time needed to hold down the status sheet button varies
depending on the device model.
Before you start configuring the network interface, be sure to
press and hold down the status sheet button on the network
interface to print a status sheet. A status sheet provides important
information about the network interface, such as MAC address,
device settings, and the device’s current status. Press the status
sheet button once to print a simple status sheet, or twice to print
a full status sheet. You cannot print a status sheet when the device
has already started printing, or when it is offline or not ready to
print.
Note:
If the device does not print a status sheet, make sure the device is online
and no print jobs are being processed, and then wait a minute. If it still
does not print a status sheet, turn the device off, wait until the status
lights go out, and then turn it back on again. The status sheet can be
printed one minute after the device finishes warming up.
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Caution:
After turning off the device, wait until the status lights go out
before turning the device back on; otherwise, the network interface
may not work correctly.
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RJ-45 connector
This connector is used to connect an Ethernet cable to the network.
You can use this cable for both 10Base-T and 100Base-TX.
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Caution:
You must use a Category 5 shielded twisted-pair cable to connect
the network interface to prevent malfunction.
Terms and Concepts
Configuration -- a prepared set of conditions for proper operation
of a device. Configuring the network interface is to prepare it to
work with protocols available on a network.
DHCP -- a dynamic host configuration protocol. It is a protocol
that assigns dynamic IP addresses to devices on a network.
EtherTalk -- the communication protocol of AppleTalk governing
Ethernet transmissions
ftp -- a TCP/IP application protocol for file transfer
lpd -- a TCP/IP remote printing protocol application
Print queue -- a location where a print job is stored as a file, until
the network interface sends the job to the assigned device
Protocol -- a rule that controls how data or information is
exchanged through a network. Computers and software cannot
communicate with each other using different protocols.
Remote printer -- a shared device connected elsewhere on the
network, but under the control of a NetWare network interface
TCP/IP -- Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol, a
layer of protocols that provides communications between nodes
on a network
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Chapter 1
Installing Components and Setting Up the
Network Interface
Overview
This section describes the general procedure on how to set up the
network interface for use on a network.
1. Check the network interface operation.
Check the functions and operations of the network interface,
such as status lights, status sheet button, and the RJ-45
connector. See “Network Interface Operation” on page 17 for
details.
2. Select a printing method.
Select a printing method appropriate for your network
environment and operating system. If you are not sure, see
“Printing from Windows” on page 23 or “Printing from
Macintosh” on page 24 for details.
3. Install the necessary components on the computer.
Make sure the necessary components (such as TCP/IP,
NetBEUI, etc.) are installed on the computer, and network
settings (such as the IP address, subnet mask, etc.) of the
computer are set. See “About installing components on your
computer” on page 27 for details.
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4. If necessary, install the printer driver.
Install the printer driver from the CD-ROM that comes with
the device. See “About installing the printer driver” on page
58 for details.
5. Install the network interface on the device.
Install the network interface and initialize it. See “Installing
the network interface on the device” on page 43.
6. Insert the Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive to
configure the network interface
Connect the network interface to the network. For Windows
users, see “Configuring the network interface for Windows”
on page 46 for details. For Macintosh users, see “Configuring
the network interface for Macintosh” on page 51 for details.
7. If necessary, modify the network settings of the network
interface using EpsonNet Config.
Modify the network interface for TCP/IP, AppleTalk, MS
Network, etc. using EpsonNet Config. For Windows users,
see “About EpsonNet Config for Windows” on page 91 for
details. For Macintosh users, see “About EpsonNet Config for
Macintosh” on page 95.
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Selecting a Printing Method
Chapter1
This section contains information to help you select a printing
method.
Printing from Windows
Check if there is a Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT print
server on your network, and then use the suggestions below.
Note:
Only the recommended printing methods are introduced here. See
“Features of the printing methods” on page 24 for information on
additional methods.
If no Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT print server exists
Use a printing method appropriate to your operating system:
❏ For Windows Me/98/95
We recommend TCP/IP printing via EpsonNet Print. See
“About EpsonNet Print” on page 120.
❏ For Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT
We recommend TCP/IP printing via LPR. See “Windows XP”
on page 58, “Windows 2000” on page 69, “Windows Server
2003” on page 76, or “Windows NT 4.0” on page 83.
If a Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT print server exists
On the server, set the printer to connect with LPR and turn it into
a shared printer. Your clients can then print to this shared printer.
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Printing from Macintosh
Mac OS X 10.2.4 or later
❏ Rendezvous
❏ EPSON TCP/IP
❏ EPSON AppleTalk
Mac OS X 10.2 or later
❏ EPSON TCP/IP
❏ EPSON AppleTalk
Mac OS 9
❏ AppleTalk
Features of the printing methods
This section describes features of the printing methods available
for you to choose.
LPR (TCP/IP) printing
Advantages
❏ No computer as a network interface is required.
❏ No special utility for Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT is
required.
❏ You can see the device status using EPSON Status Monitor.
❏ For Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT, you can create a
print log using the event viewer.
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❏ You can print via a router.
Disadvantages
❏ You need to set up TCP/IP.
❏ For Windows Me/98/95, EpsonNet Print must be installed
on all computers to use for printing.
Internet printing
Advantages
❏ No proxy server (computer) is required.
❏ You can print to the device over the Internet.
Disadvantages
❏ EPSON Status Monitor cannot be used.
❏ TCP/IP and DNS settings are required.
❏ For Windows Me/98/95, EpsonNet Internet Print must be
installed on all computers used for printing.
❏ For Windows XP/2000/Server 2003, you cannot share the
Internet printer.
Microsoft Network Shared printing
Advantages
❏ Easy to set up (IP address is not required if NetBEUI protocol
is installed).
❏ No computer as a network interface is required.
❏ No special print utility is required.
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Disadvantages
❏ EPSON Status Monitor cannot be used.
❏ You cannot print via a router.
❏ It takes a longer time to start printing because more time is
required to search for a network device.
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Installing Components on Your Computer
Chapter1
About installing components on your computer
Before configuring the network interface and printing from the
computer, you need to install the necessary components (such as
TCP/IP, NetBEUI, etc.) and assign an IP address and subnet mask
for your computer, depending on the printing method you want
to use. See the section appropriate for your operating system.
“Windows XP” on page 27
“Windows Me/98/95” on page 30
“Windows 2000” on page 33
“Windows Server 2003” on page 36
“Windows NT 4.0” on page 39
“Macintosh” on page 42
Windows XP
For Windows XP, use the following procedure to install the
necessary components.
Note:
❏ The Windows XP CD-ROM may be required during the
installation.
❏ When using TCP/IP or IPP for printing, you need to set the IP
address, the subnet mask, and the default gateway of the computer.
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1. Click Start, highlight Control Panel, and then click Network
and Internet Connections. Select Network Connections.
2. Under LAN or High-Speed Internet, click the Local Area
Connection icon.
3. Under Network Tasks, click Change settings of this
connection.
4. Check if the following necessary components are in the list. If
they are already installed, see “How to Set UP the Network
Interface” on page 43.
The following table lists the components required for
configuring the network interface with EpsonNet Config. For
information on EpsonNet Config, see “About EpsonNet
Config for Windows” on page 91.
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EpsonNet Config’s setting screens
Necessary components
TCP/IP, AppleTalk, IPP, SNMP (IP trap)
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
MS Network
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
NetWare, SNMP (IPX trap)
Latest Novell Client
downloaded from the Novell
Web site
The following table lists the components required for network
printing.
Printing method
Necessary components
LPR or Internet printing
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
Microsoft Network Shared printing
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
Client for Microsoft Networks
Printing via NetWare server
Latest Novell Client downloaded
from the Novell Web site
5. If the necessary components are not in the list, click Install to
install them, as described below.
For LPR or Internet printing:
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is installed by default. You cannot
add or delete it.
For Microsoft Network Shared printing:
Select Client and then click Add. Select Client for Microsoft
Networks and then click OK.
For printing via NetWare server:
Download the latest Novell Client from the Novell Web site
and install it on the computer. Also, be sure to install IPX. See
the Novell Web site for detailed information.
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6. For LPR, Internet, or Microsoft Network Shared printing:
Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) on the Local Area
Connection Properties dialog box to open the Internet
Protocols (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box. Set the IP address,
the subnet mask, etc. and then click OK.
7. Restart the computer.
The necessary components are now installed.
Windows Me/98/95
For Windows Me/98/95, use the following procedure to install
the necessary components.
Note:
❏ The Windows Me/98/95 CD-ROM may be required during the
installation.
❏ When using TCP/IP or IPP for printing, you need to set the IP
address, the subnet mask, and the default gateway of the computer.
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Control Panel.
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2. Double-click the Network icon. Check if the following
necessary components are in the list of installed network
components on the Configuration menu. If they are already
installed, see “How to Set UP the Network Interface” on page
43.
The following table lists the components required for
configuring the network interface with EpsonNet Config. For
information on EpsonNet Config, see “About EpsonNet
Config for Windows” on page 91.
EpsonNet Config’s setting screens
Necessary components
TCP/IP, AppleTalk, IPP, SNMP (IP trap)
TCP/IP
MS Network
NetBEUI or TCP/IP
NetWare, SNMP (IPX trap)
Latest Novell Client
downloaded from the Novell
Web site
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Note:
Do not use Novell Client for Windows 95/98 version 3.00 and
Novell Client for Windows NT version 4.50 when using the
following modes: NetWare 4.x Bindery Print Server mode, NetWare
4.x Bindery Remote Printer mode, and NetWare 4.x/5.x NDS
Remote Printer mode.
The following table lists the components required for network
printing.
Printing method
Necessary components
LPR or Internet printing
TCP/IP
Microsoft Network Shared
printing
TCP/IP or NetBEUI
Client for Microsoft Networks
Printing via NetWare server
Latest Novell Client downloaded
from the Novell Web site
3. If the necessary components are not in the list, click Add to
install them, as described below.
For LPR or Internet printing:
Select Protocol and then click Add. Select Microsoft from the
Manufacturers list and TCP/IP from the Network Protocols
list. Then click OK.
For Microsoft Network Shared printing:
To use TCP/IP, see the description described earlier to install
TCP/IP.
To use NetBEUI, select Protocol and then click Add. Select
Microsoft from the Manufacturers list and NetBEUI from the
Network Protocols list. Then click OK.
Select Client and then click Add. Select Microsoft from the
Manufacturers list and Client for Microsoft Networks from
the Network Clients list. Then click OK.
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For printing via NetWare server:
Download the latest Novell Client from the Novell Web site
and install it on the computer. Also, be sure to install IPX. See
the Novell Web site for detailed information.
4. For LPR, Internet, Microsoft Network Shared printing:
Double-click TCP/IP on the Configuration menu to open the
TCP/IP Properties dialog box. Set the IP address, the subnet
mask, etc. and then click OK.
5. Restart the computer.
The necessary components are now installed.
Windows 2000
For Windows 2000, use the following procedure to install the
necessary components.
Note:
❏ The Windows 2000 CD-ROM may be required during the
installation.
❏ When using TCP/IP or IPP for printing, you need to set the IP
address, the subnet mask, and the default gateway of the computer.
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Network and
Dial-up Connections. The Network and Dial-up
Connections screen appears.
2. Right-click the desired network connection and then select
Properties.
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3. Check if the following necessary components are in the list. If
they are already installed, see “How to Set UP the Network
Interface” on page 43.
The following table lists the components required for
configuring the network interface with EpsonNet Config. For
information on EpsonNet Config, see “About EpsonNet
Config for Windows” on page 91.
EpsonNet Config’s setting screens
Necessary components
TCP/IP, AppleTalk, IPP, SNMP (IP trap)
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
MS Network
NetBEUI or Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP)
NetWare, SNMP (IPX trap)
Latest Novell Client
downloaded from the Novell
Web site
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Note:
Do not use Novell Client for Windows 95/98 version 3.00 and
Novell Client for Windows NT version 4.50 when using the
following modes: NetWare 4.x Bindery Print Server mode, NetWare
4.x Bindery Remote Printer mode, and NetWare 4.x/5.x NDS
Remote Printer mode.
The following table lists the components required for network
printing.
Printing method
Necessary components
LPR or Internet printing
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
Microsoft Network Shared
printing
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) or NetBEUI
Client for Microsoft Networks
Printing via NetWare server
Latest Novell Client downloaded
from the Novell Web site
4. If the necessary components are not in the list, click Install to
install them, as described below.
For LPR or Internet printing:
Select Protocol and then click Add. In the Select Network
Protocol dialog box, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and
then click OK.
For Microsoft Network Shared printing:
To use Internet Protocol, see the description described earlier
to install Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
To use NetBEUI, select Protocol and then click Add. Select
NetBEUI Protocol and then click OK.
Select Client and then click Add. Select Client for Microsoft
Networks and then click OK.
For printing via NetWare server:
Download the latest Novell Client from the Novell Web site
and install it on the computer. Also, be sure to install IPX. See
the Novell Web site for detailed information.
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5. For LPR, Internet, or Microsoft Network Shared printing:
Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) on the
Configuration menu to open the TCP/IP Properties dialog
box. Set the IP address, the subnet mask, etc. and then click
OK.
6. Restart the computer.
The necessary components are now installed.
Windows Server 2003
For Windows Server 2003, use the following procedure to install
the necessary components.
Note:
❏ The Windows Server 2003 CD-ROM may be required during the
installation.
❏ When using TCP/IP or IPP for printing, you need to set the IP
address, the subnet mask, and the default gateway of the computer.
1. Click Start, point to Control Panel, and then select Network
Connections. Click Local Area Connections.
2. Click the Properties button.
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3. Check if the following necessary components are in the list. If
they are already installed, see “How to Set UP the Network
Interface” on page 43.
The following table lists the components required for
configuring the network interface with EpsonNet Config. For
information on EpsonNet Config, see “About EpsonNet
Config for Windows” on page 91.
EpsonNet Config’s setting screens
Necessary components
TCP/IP, AppleTalk, IPP, SNMP (IP trap)
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
MS Network
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
NetWare, SNMP (IPX trap)
Latest Novell Client
downloaded from the Novell
Web site
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The following table lists the components required for network
printing.
Printing method
Necessary components
LPR or Internet printing
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
Microsoft Network Shared
printing
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
Client for Microsoft Networks
Printing via NetWare server
Latest Novell Client downloaded
from the Novell Web site
4. If the necessary components are not in the list, click Install to
install them, as described below.
For LPR or Internet printing:
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is installed by default. You cannot
add or delete it.
For Microsoft Network Shared printing:
Select Client and then click Add. Select Client for Microsoft
Networks and then click OK.
For printing via NetWare server:
Download the latest Novell Client from the Novell Web site
and install it on the computer. Also, be sure to install IPX. See
the Novell Web site for detailed information.
5. For LPR, Internet, or Microsoft Network Shared printing:
Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) in the Local Area
Connection Properties dialog box to open the Internet
Protocols (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box. Set the IP address,
the subnet mask, etc. and then click OK.
6. Restart the computer.
The necessary components are now installed.
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Windows NT 4.0
For Windows NT 4.0, use the following procedure to install the
necessary components.
Note:
❏ The Windows NT 4.0 CD-ROM may be required during the
installation.
❏ When using TCP/IP or IPP for printing, you need to set the IP
address, the subnet mask, and the default gateway of the computer.
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Control Panel.
2. Double-click the Network icon in the Control Panel, and then
select the Protocols tab from the Network dialog box.
3. Check if the following necessary components are in the list. If
they are already installed, see “How to Set UP the Network
Interface” on page 43.
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The following table lists the components required for
configuring the network interface with EpsonNet Config. For
information on EpsonNet Config, see “About EpsonNet
Config for Windows” on page 91.
EpsonNet Config’s setting screens
Necessary components
TCP/IP, AppleTalk, IPP, SNMP (IP trap)
TCP/IP
MS Network
NetBEUI or TCP/IP
NetWare, SNMP (IPX trap)
Latest Novell Client
downloaded from the Novell
Web site
Note:
Do not use Novell Client for Windows 95/98 version 3.00 and
Novell Client for Windows NT version 4.50 when using the
following modes: NetWare 4.x Bindery Print Server mode, NetWare
4.x Bindery Remote Printer mode, and NetWare 4.x/5.x NDS
Remote Printer mode.
The following table lists the components required for network
printing.
Printing method
Necessary components
LPR or Internet printing
Protocols menu: TCP/IP
Services menu: Microsoft TCP/IP Printing
Microsoft Network
Shared printing
Protocols menu: TCP/IP or NetBEUI
Services menu: Workstation
Printing via NetWare
server
Latest Novell Client downloaded from the
Novell Web site
4. If the necessary components are not in the list, click Add to
install them, as described below.
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For LPR or Internet printing:
Select the Protocols tab and then click Add. Select TCP/IP
Protocol from the list and then click OK. Set the IP address,
the subnet mask, etc. and then click OK.
Select the Services tab and then click Add. Select Microsoft
TCP/IP Printing from the list and then click OK.
For Microsoft Network Shared printing:
To use TCP/IP, see the description described earlier to install
TCP/IP.
To use NetBEUI, select the Protocols tab and then click Add.
Select NetBEUI Protocol from the list and then click OK.
Select the Services tab and then click Add. Select
Workstation from the list and then click OK.
For printing via NetWare server:
Download the latest Novell Client from the Novell Web site
and install it on the computer. Also, be sure to install IPX. See
the Novell Web site for detailed information.
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5. Restart the computer.
The necessary components are now installed.
Macintosh
To assign an IP address, subnet mask, etc. to your Macintosh,
follow the steps below.
Note:
To print using the AppleTalk protocol and configure the network
interface with EpsonNet Config, select Built-in Ethernet on the
AppleTalk Control Panel. Then configure the network interface with
EpsonNet Config. For information on EpsonNet Config, see “About
EpsonNet Config for Macintosh” on page 95.
Mac OS X
1. From the Apple menu, select System Preferences.
2. Open the Network control panel. Click the TCP/IP tab.
3. Select Built-in Ethernet from the Show pull down menu.
4. Assign an IP address and other settings if necessary.
5. Click the Apply Now button to save any changes.
Mac OS 9
1. From the Apple menu, select Control Panel, and then TCP/IP.
2. Set Connect via to Ethernet.
3. Assign an IP address and other settings if necessary.
4. Close the dialog box to save any changes.
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How to Set UP the Network Interface
Chapter1
Installing the network interface on the device
Follow the steps below to install the network interface on the
device.
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Warning:
Before you install or uninstall the network interface, be sure to
turn off the device to prevent electric shock.
1. Make sure that the device is turned off and unplug the power
cord from the wall outlet.
2. Insert the network interface in an optional interface slot and
tighten the screws. For more details, see the manual shipped
with your device.
3. Initialize the network interface. To do this, turn on the device.
Then, while the status light and the data light are off, hold
down the status sheet button for twenty seconds.
Initialization is in progress, while the orange status light
flashes and the green data light is on.
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Note:
Be sure to initialize the network interface when you install or
reinstall it.
Press the status sheet button
for more than 20 seconds.
4. Turn off the device.
5. Connect an Ethernet cable (Category 5 shielded twisted-pair
cable) to the RJ-45 connector on the network interface, and
then connect its other end to the network.
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Caution:
❏ You must use a Category 5 shielded twisted-pair cable to
connect the network interface to prevent malfunction.
❏ Do not connect or disconnect the network cable when the
device is on.
❏ Do not connect the network interface and the computer
directly. Be sure to use a hub to connect the network
interface to the network.
Note:
You can use both 10Base-T or 100Base-TX. If you print a lot of data,
we recommend that you use a high-speed network of 100Base-TX
with a light network traffic.
6. Turn on the device.
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7. Check the lights on the network interface. The orange status
light flashes and the green data light goes on. After a while,
the green or orange status light turns on and the data light
flashes.
8. To print a status sheet, press the status sheet button on the
network interface. Press the status sheet button once to print
a simple status sheet, or twice to print a full status sheet.
If the status sheet prints, this indicates the network interface
has been installed correctly.
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Caution:
❏ Do not press the status sheet button while the orange
status light flashes and the green data light is on;
otherwise, the network interface will return to its factory
default settings, and the network status sheet will not
print correctly as well.
❏ After turning off the device, wait until the status lights
go off before turning it back on or before removing the
network interface; otherwise, the network interface may
not work correctly.
Note for Mac OS X 10.2.4:
Since the device supports Rendezvous and is on by default, you can use
the device on a network just by connecting it to the network. If you want
to disable the Rendezvous setting, use EpsonNet Config.
Now, you can configure the network interface. See “Configuring
the network interface for Windows” on page 46 or “Configuring
the network interface for Macintosh” on page 51.
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Configuring the network interface for Windows
Follow the steps below to connect the network interface to the
network.
Note:
❏ Make sure that the printer driver is installed on your computer
before following the steps below. See the manual shipped with your
device for instructions on how to install the printer driver.
❏ Depending on the settings of the network interface, some dialog
boxes in the following steps may not be displayed.
1. Insert the Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
If the Installer dialog box does not appear automatically,
double-click EPSetup.exe on the CD-ROM.
2. From the Welcome screen, click Next.
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3. Read the license agreement, and then click Agree.
4. Select Connect the Network Interface Card.
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Note:
If the following screen appears, click the Unblock button; otherwise the
device is not listed on the screen of EpsonNet EasyInstall.
5. Select the target device on which the network interface is
installed, and then click Next.
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6. Select Auto or Manual to assign the IP address to the network
interface. When you select Manual, you must enter the IP
address, subnet mask, and default gateway.
7. Confirm the settings you selected from the previous dialog
box, and then click Next.
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8. Enter the printer name and select the Set as default printer
check box if necessary. Click Next.
9. Select Yes or No to print a test page, and then click Next.
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10. Click Finish to complete the configuration of the network
interface.
Configuring the network interface for Macintosh
Follow the steps below to connect the network interface to the
network.
Note:
This section explains the instructions for Mac OS X. The instructions
are almost the same for Mac OS 9.
1. Insert the Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
If the Installer dialog box does not appear automatically,
double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon on the desktop.
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2. Double-click the appropriate OS icon in the EPSON folder.
3. From the Welcome screen, click Next.
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4. Read the license agreement, and then click Agree.
5. Select Connect the Network Interface Card.
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6. Click Next.
7. Select the target device on which the network interface is
installed, and then click Next.
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8. Select Auto or Manual to assign the IP address to the network
interface, and then click Next. When you select Manual, you
must enter the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway.
9. Confirm the settings you selected from the previous dialog
box, and then click Next.
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10. Click Finish to complete the configuration of the network
interface.
Setting up the printer
The printer driver must be installed on the computer before you
can set up the printer. See the device’s manual for information on
installing the printer driver.
Mac OS X
1. Open the Applications folder.
2. Open the Utilities folder.
3. Open Print Center (for Mac OS X 10.2 or below) or Printer
Setup Utility (for Mac OS X 10.3), and then click Add.
4. Select Rendezvous from the drop-down list.
5. Select the printer model from the list.
6. Click Add.
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Mac OS 9
1. Open Chooser from the Apple menu.
2. Click the printer icon.
3. Select the zone containing the printer.
4. Select the printer name from the list.
5. Make sure AppleTalk is active.
6. Close Chooser.
Now you can use the device on the network.
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Installing the Printer Driver
Chapter1
About installing the printer driver
To print to the network device, you need to install the printer
driver on the computer. See the section appropriate for your
operating system.
“Windows XP” on page 58
“Windows Me/98/95” on page 65
“Windows 2000” on page 69
“Windows Server 2003” on page 76
“Windows NT 4.0” on page 83
“Macintosh” on page 87
Windows XP
For Windows XP, the printer driver installation procedure differs
depending on the printing method you prefer. Epson
recommends printing with EpsonNet Print. See “For Windows
XP/2000/Server 2003/NT 4.0 Users” on page 122.
LPR printing
Note:
If you are using EpsonNet Print, the setup procedure is different. See
“About EpsonNet Print” on page 120 for details.
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1. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Printers and Other
Hardware, and then click Printers and Faxes.
2. Under Printer Tasks, click Add a printer to start the Add
Printer wizard, and then click Next.
3. Click Local printer attached to this computer, clear the
Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer
check box, and then click Next.
Note:
You must clear the Automatically detect and install my Plug
and Play printer check box because the device is attached directly
to the network, not to a Windows XP computer.
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4. Select the Create a new port radio button, and then select
Standard TCP/IP Port from the list. Then click Next.
5. Enter the IP address of the network interface and then click
Next.
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6. If an error occurs, the following dialog box appears. Select the
Standard radio button and then select EPSON Network
Printer. Click Next.
7. Click Finish.
8. See “Installing a printer driver” on page 63 to install the
printer driver.
Internet printing
1. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Printers and Other
Hardware, and then click Printers and Faxes.
2. Under Printer Tasks, click Add a printer to start the Add
Printer wizard, and then click Next.
3. Click A network printer, or a printer attached to another
computer, and then click Next.
4. Select the Connect to a printer on the Internet or on a
home or office network radio button.
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5. Enter the URL of the target device using the format below.
The URL should be same as the URL you set on EpsonNet
Config’s IPP configuration page.
http://IP address of network interface:631/Printer name
Example: http://192.168.100.201:631/EPSON_IPP_Printer
Note:
To check the IP address of the network interface, use EpsonNet
Config. See “About EpsonNet Config for Windows” on page 91 for
details.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the device. See
“Installing a printer driver” on page 63 if necessary.
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Microsoft Network Shared printing
1. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Printers and Other
Hardware, and then click Printers and Faxes.
2. Under Printer Tasks, click Add a printer to start the Add
Printer wizard, and then click Next.
3. Click A network printer, or a printer attached to another
computer, and then click Next.
4. Select the Browse for a printer radio button, and then click
Next.
5. Enter the following in the Printer box or select the device you
want to use from the Shared printers list box, and then click
Next.
\\NetBIOS name of network interface\Device name of network
interface
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the device. See
“Installing a printer driver” on page 63 if necessary.
Installing a printer driver
1. Insert the Software CD-ROM shipped with the device.
2. Close the EPSON Software Installation screen if it appears.
3. Click the Have Disk button. The Install From Disk dialog box
appears.
4. Click Browse.
5. Select the CD-ROM drive for Drives, and double-click the
WINXP_2K folder. Click Open.
6. Click OK in the Install From Disk dialog box.
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7. Select the model name of the device, and then click Next.
Note:
If the Add Printer wizard prompts you to select either Keep
existing driver or Replace existing driver, be sure to select the
Replace existing driver radio button.
8. Click Finish and follow the on-screen instructions to complete
the setup.
When you print using Microsoft Network Shared printing in
the Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT environment, see
“Using the NET USE command” on page 64 for more details.
Using the NET USE command
If you are running Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT and using
NetBIOS to connect to the device, we recommend that you use the
NET USE command, as follows:
1. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet
Connections, and then select Network Connections.
2. Under LAN or High-Speed Internet, click the Local Area
Connection icon.
3. Under Network Tasks, click Change settings of this
connection.
4. Check that Client for Microsoft Networks is installed. If it is
not installed, click Install to install it.
5. Run the command prompt and enter the following command.
NET USE printer port: \\NetBIOS name of network
interface\Device name of network interface
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Selecting the port
1. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Printers and Other
Hardware, and then click Printers and Faxes.
2. Right-click the printer icon and then select Properties.
3. Click the Ports tab and then select the port you have set with
the NET USE command.
Windows Me/98/95
For Windows Me/98/95, the printer driver installation procedure
differs depending on the printing method you prefer. Epson
recommends printing with EpsonNet Print. See “For Windows
Me/98/95 users” on page 131.
LPR printing
Since Windows Me/98/95 does not support LPR, standard
TCP/IP printing cannot be used. However, you can print via
TCP/IP using the EpsonNet Print utility included on the Software
CD-ROM. First, install EpsonNet Print. Then, install the printer
driver. See “About EpsonNet Print” on page 120 for more details.
Internet printing (Windows 98/95)
Internet printing is possible by using the EpsonNet Internet Print
utility included on the Software CD-ROM. First, install EpsonNet
Internet Print. Then, install the printer driver and set the printer
port. See “About EpsonNet Internet Print” on page 140 for more
details.
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Internet printing (Windows Me)
Installing the IPP client
The IPP client must be installed on your computer. Follow the
steps below to install it.
1. Insert the Windows Me CD-ROM.
2. Select the add-ons folder, and then select the IPP folder.
3. Double-click wpnpins.exe. Then follow the on-screen
instructions.
4. Click OK to restart your computer.
Setting up the device
Connect your computer to a device through IPP.
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Printers.
2. Double-click Add Printer, and then click Next.
3. Select the Network Printer radio button, and then click Next.
4. Type the URL of the device, and then click Next.
http://IP address of network interface:631/printer name
Example: http://192.168.100.201:631/EPSON_IPP_Printer
Note:
To check the IP address of the network interface, use EpsonNet
Config. See “About EpsonNet Config for Windows” on page 91 for
details.
5. See “Installing a printer driver” on page 68 to install the
printer driver.
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Microsoft Network Shared printing
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Printers.
2. Double-click Add Printer, and then click Next.
3. Select the Network Printer radio button, and then click Next.
4. Click Browse, and then select the network path from the list.
If you cannot browse, enter the following in the Network path
or queue name box.
\\NetBIOS name of network interface\
Device name of network interface
5. The Add Printer wizard appears. Click Next.
6. See “Installing a printer driver” on page 68 to install the
printer driver.
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Installing a printer driver
1. Insert the Software CD-ROM shipped with the device.
2. Close the EPSON Software Installation screen if it appears.
3. Click the Have Disk button. The Install From Disk dialog box
appears.
4. Click Browse.
5. Select the CD-ROM drive for Drives, and then double-click
the WIN9X folder. Click OK.
6. Click OK in the Install From Disk dialog box.
7. Select the model name of the device, and then click Next.
Note:
If the Add Printer wizard prompts you to select either Keep
existing driver or Replace existing driver, be sure to select the
Replace existing driver radio button.
8. Click Finish and follow the on-screen instructions to complete
the setup.
When you print using Microsoft Network Shared printing in
the Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT environment, see
“Using the NET USE command” on page 69 for more details.
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Using the NET USE command
If you are running Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT and using
NetBIOS to connect to the device, we recommend that you use the
NET USE command, as follows:
1. Right-click the Network Neighborhood icon or My Network
Places icon and then select Properties.
2. Check that Client for Microsoft Networks is in the
Components list. If it is not installed, click Add to install it.
3. Run the command prompt and enter the following command.
NET USE printer port: \\NetBIOS name of network
interface\Device name of network interface
Selecting the port
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Printers.
2. Right-click the printer icon and select Properties.
3. Click the Details tab and select the port you have set with the
NET USE command.
Windows 2000
For Windows 2000, the printer driver installation procedure
differs depending on the printing method you prefer. Epson
recommends printing with EpsonNet Print. See “For Windows
XP/2000/Server 2003/NT 4.0 Users” on page 122.
LPR printing
Note:
If you are using EpsonNet Print, the setup procedure is different. See
“About EpsonNet Print” on page 120 for details.
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1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Printers.
2. Double-click Add Printer to start the Add Printer wizard, and
then click Next.
3. Click Local printer, clear the Automatically detect and
install my Plug and Play printer check box, and then click
Next.
Note:
You must clear the Automatically detect and install my Plug
and Play printer check box because the device is attached directly
to the network, not to a Windows 2000 computer.
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4. Select the Create a new port radio button, and then select
Standard TCP/IP Port from the list. Then click Next.
5. Enter the IP address of the network interface and then click
Next.
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6. If an error occurs, the following dialog box appears. Select the
Standard radio button and then select EPSON Network
Printer. Click Next.
7. Click Finish.
8. See “Installing a printer driver” on page 74 to install the
printer driver.
Internet printing
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Printers.
2. Double-click Add Printer to start the Add Printer wizard, and
then click Next.
3. Select the Network printer radio button and then click Next.
4. Select the Connect to a printer on the Internet or on your
intranet radio button.
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5. Enter the URL of the target printer using the format below.
The URL should be same as the URL you set on EpsonNet
Config’s IPP configuration page.
http://IP address of network interface:631/Printer name
Example: http://192.168.100.201:631/EPSON_IPP_Printer
Note:
To check the IP address of the network interface, use EpsonNet
Config. See “About EpsonNet Config for Windows” on page 91 for
details.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the printer. See
“Installing a printer driver” on page 74 if necessary.
Microsoft Network Shared printing
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Printers.
2. Double-click Add Printer to start the Add Printer wizard, and
then click Next.
3. Select the Network printer radio button and then click Next.
4. Select the Type the printer name, or click Next to browse
for a printer radio button.
5. Enter the following in the Name box or click Next to browse
for a device.
\\NetBIOS name of network interface\Device name of network
interface
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the device. See
“Installing a printer driver” on page 74 if necessary.
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Installing a printer driver
1. Insert the Software CD-ROM shipped with the device.
2. Close the EPSON Software Installation screen if it appears.
3. Click the Have Disk button. The Install From Disk dialog box
appears.
4. Click Browse.
5. Select the CD-ROM drive for Drives, and double-click the
WINXP_2K or WIN2000 folder. Click Open.
6. Click OK in the Install From Disk dialog box.
7. Select the model name of the device, and then click Next.
Note:
If the Add Printer wizard prompts you to select either Keep
existing driver or Replace existing driver, be sure to select the
Replace existing driver radio button.
8. Click Finish and follow the on-screen instructions to complete
the setup.
When you print using Microsoft Network Shared printing in
the Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT environment, see
“Using the NET USE command” on page 75 for more details.
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Using the NET USE command
If you are running Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT and using
NetBIOS to connect to the device, we recommend that you use the
NET USE command, as follows:
1. Right-click the My Network Places icon and then select
Properties.
2. Right-click the Local Area Connections icon and then select
Properties.
3. Check that Client for Microsoft Networks is in the
Components list. If it is not installed, click Install to install it.
4. Run the command prompt and enter the following command.
NET USE printer port: \\NetBIOS name of network
interface\Device name of network interface
Selecting the port
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Printers.
2. Right-click the printer icon and then select Properties.
3. Click the Ports tab and then select the port you have set with
the NET USE command.
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Windows Server 2003
For Windows Server 2003, the printer driver installation
procedure differs depending on the printing method you prefer.
Epson recommends printing with EpsonNet Print. See “For
Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT 4.0 Users” on page 122.
LPR printing
Note:
If you are using EpsonNet Print, the setup procedure is different. See
“About EpsonNet Print” on page 120 for details.
1. Click Start, and then select Printers and Faxes.
2. Double-click the Add Printer icon to start the Add Printer
wizard, and then click Next.
3. Click Local printer attached to this computer, clear the
Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer
check box, and then click Next.
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Note:
You must clear the Automatically detect and install my Plug
and Play printer check box because the device is attached directly
to the network, not to a computer.
4. Select the Create a new port radio button, and then select
Standard TCP/IP Port from the list. Click Next.
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5. When Add Standard TCP/IP Printer Port Wizard dialog box
appears, click Next.
6. Enter the IP address of the network interface and then click
Next.
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7. If an error occurs, the following dialog box appears. Select the
Standard radio button and then select EPSON Network
Printer. Click Next.
8. Click Finish.
9. See “Installing a printer driver” on page 81 to install the
printer driver.
Internet printing
1. Click Start, and then select Printers and Faxes.
2. Double-click the Add Printer icon to start the Add Printer
wizard, and then click Next.
3. Select A network printer, or a printer attached to another
computer, and then click Next.
4. Select the Connect to a printer on the Internet or on a
home or office network radio button.
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5. Enter the URL of the target device using the format below.
The URL must be the same URL you set on EpsonNet Config’s
IPP configuration page.
http://IP address of network interface:631/Printer name
Example: http://192.168.100.201:631/EPSON_IPP_Printer
Note:
To check the IP address of the network interface, use EpsonNet
Config. See “About EpsonNet Config for Windows” on page 91 for
details.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the device. See
“Installing a printer driver” on page 81 if necessary.
Microsoft Network Shared printing
1. Click Start, and then select Printers and Faxes.
2. Double-click the Add Printer icon to start the Add Printer
wizard, and then click Next.
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3. Click A network printer, or a printer attached to another
computer, and then click Next.
4. Select the Browse for a printer radio button, and then click
Next.
5. Enter the following in the Printer box or select the device you
want to use from the Shared printers list box. Click Next.
\\NetBIOS name of network interface\Device name of network
interface
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the device. See
“Installing a printer driver” on page 81 if necessary.
Installing a printer driver
1. Insert the Software CD-ROM shipped with the device.
2. Close the EPSON Software Installation screen if it appears.
3. Click the Have Disk button. The Install From Disk dialog box
appears.
4. Click Browse.
5. Select the CD-ROM drive for Drives, and then double-click
the WinXP_2K or WIN2000 folder. Click Open.
6. Click OK in the Install From Disk dialog box.
7. Select the model name of the device, and then click Next.
Note:
If the Add Printer wizard prompts you to select either Keep
existing driver or Replace existing driver, be sure to select the
Replace existing driver radio button.
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8. Click Finish and then follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the setup.
When you print using Microsoft Network Shared printing in
the Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT environment, see
“Using the NET USE command” on page 82 for more details.
Using the NET USE command
If you are running Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT and using
NetBIOS to connect to the device, we recommend that you use the
NET USE command, as follows:
1. Click Start, point to Control Panel, and then select Network
Connections. Click Local Area Connections.
2. Click the Properties button.
3. Check that Client for Microsoft Networks is installed. If
necessary, click Install to install it.
4. Run the command prompt and then enter the following
command.
NET USE printer port: \\NetBIOS name of network
interface\Device name of network interface
Selecting the port
1. Click Start, and then select Printers and Faxes.
2. Right-click the printer icon and then select Properties.
3. Click the Ports tab and then select the port you have set using
the NET USE command.
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Windows NT 4.0
For Windows NT 4.0, the printer driver installation procedure
differs depending on the printing method you prefer. Epson
recommends printing with EpsonNet Print. See “For Windows
XP/2000/Server 2003/NT 4.0 Users” on page 122.
LPR printing
Note:
If you are using EpsonNet Print, the setup procedure is different. See
“About EpsonNet Print” on page 120 for details.
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Printers.
2. Double-click the Add Printer icon.
3. Select the My Computer radio button, and then click Next.
4. Click Add Port in the Add Printer wizard dialog box.
5. Select LPR Port from the Available Printer Port list, and then
click New Port.
Note:
You cannot use the Lexmark TCP/IP Network Port with the
network interface.
6. Enter the IP address of the network interface in the first text
box and the device name in the second text box. Click OK.
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7. In the Printer Ports dialog box, click Close.
8. In the Add Printer Wizard dialog box, click Next.
9. See “Installing a printer driver” on page 85 to install the
printer driver.
Internet printing
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Printers.
2. Double-click Add Printer to start the Add Printer wizard, and
then click Next.
3. Select the Network printer radio button and then click Next.
4. Select the Connect to a printer on the Internet or on your
intranet radio button.
5. Enter the URL of the target device using the format below.
The URL should be same as the URL you set on EpsonNet
Config’s IPP configuration page.
http://IP address of network interface:631/Printer name
Example: http://192.168.100.201:631/EPSON_IPP_Printer
Note:
To check the IP address of the network interface, use EpsonNet
Config. See “About EpsonNet Config for Windows” on page 91 for
details.
Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the device. See
“Installing a printer driver” on page 74 if necessary.
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Microsoft Network Shared printing
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Printers.
2. Double-click Add Printer.
3. Select the Network printer server radio button and then click
Next. The Connect to Printer dialog box appears.
4. Select the device you want to configure from the Shared
Printers list. If you cannot select the device, enter the following
in the Printer box:
\\NetBIOS name of network interface\Device name of network
interface
5. Click OK.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the device. See
“Installing a printer driver” on page 85 if necessary.
Installing a printer driver
1. Insert the Software CD-ROM shipped with the device.
2. Close the EPSON Installation Program screen if it appears.
3. Click the Have Disk button. The Install From Disk dialog box
appears.
4. Click Browse.
5. Select the CD-ROM drive for Drives, and then double-click
the WINNT40 folder. Click Open.
6. Click OK in the Install From Disk dialog box.
7. Select the model name of the device, and then click Next.
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Note:
If the Add Printer wizard prompts you to select either Keep existing
driver or Replace existing driver (recommended), be sure to
select the Replace existing driver radio button.
8. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
When you print using Microsoft Network Shared printing in
the Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT environment, see
“Using the NET USE command” on page 86 for more details.
Using the NET USE command
If you are running Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT and using
NetBIOS to connect to the device, we recommend that you use the
NET USE command, as follows:
1. Check that the following services are installed.
Right-click the Network Neighborhood icon on the desktop
and select Properties. Click the Services tab and check that
Server or Workstation is listed.
2. If it is not installed, click Add.
3. Run the command prompt and enter the following command.
NET USE printer port: \\NetBIOS name of network
interface\Device name of network interface
Selecting the port
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Printers.
2. Right-click the printer icon and then select Properties.
3. Click the Ports tab and then select the port you have set using
the NET USE command.
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Macintosh
Follow the steps below to set a device.
Note:
Make sure that the printer driver is installed on your Macintosh before
following the steps below. See the manual shipped with your device for
instructions on how to install the printer driver.
Mac OS X
Rendezvous printing
1. Open the Applications folder.
2. Open the Utilities folder.
3. Open Print Center (for Mac OS X 10.2 or below) or Printer
Setup Utility (for Mac OS X 10.3), and then click Add.
4. Select Rendezvous from the drop-down list.
5. Select the device model from the list.
6. Click Add.
TCP/IP printing
1. Open the Applications folder.
2. Open the Utilities folder.
3. Open Print Center (for Mac OS X 10.2 or below) or Printer
Setup Utility (for Mac OX 10.3), and then click Add.
4. Select EPSON TCP/IP from the drop down list.
5. Select the printer model from the list.
6. Click Add.
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AppleTalk printing
1. Open the Applications folder.
2. Open the Utilities folder.
3. Open Print Center (for Mac OS X 10.2 or below) or Printer
Setup Utility (for Mac OS X 10.3), and then click Add.
4. Select EPSON AppleTalk from the drop down list.
5. Select the zone from the drop down list.
6. Select the printer name from the list.
7. Click Add.
Mac OS 9
AppleTalk printing
1. Open Chooser from the Apple menu.
2. Click the printer icon.
3. Select the zone containing the printer.
4. Select the printer name from the list.
5. Make sure AppleTalk is active.
6. Close Chooser.
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Chapter 2
About the Software
Overview
The software described below are provided with the network
interface on the CD-ROM. They are very useful when you set up
the network interface and configure and modify the settings of
the network interface. For more information on how to use them,
see the documentation or online help for each software.
❏ EpsonNet Config for Windows is a Windows-based
configuration utility for administrators that allows you to
configure the network interface for various protocols such as
TCP/IP, NetWare, MS Network, AppleTalk, IPP, and SNMP.
See “About EpsonNet Config for Windows” on page 91.
❏ EpsonNet Config for Macintosh is a Macintosh-based
configuration utility for administrators that allows you to
configure the network interface for various protocols such as
TCP/IP, AppleTalk, and IPP. See “About EpsonNet Config
for Macintosh” on page 95.
❏ EpsonNet Config with Web Browser is a Web-based
configuration utility that allows you to configure the network
interface for various protocols such as TCP/IP, NetWare, MS
Network, AppleTalk, IPP, and SNMP. See “About EpsonNet
Config with Web Browser” on page 98.
❏ EpsonNet Print is a utility that enables TCP/IP printing for
Windows. (Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT 4.0 also
support OS standard LPR printing.) See “About EpsonNet
Print” on page 120.
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❏ EpsonNet Internet Print is a utility that supports printing
across the Internet using Internet Printing Protocol for
Windows 98/95/NT 4.0. See “About EpsonNet Internet
Print” on page 140.
❏ EpsonNet WebManager is a Web-based utility that helps
network administrators to easily manage network devices.
See “About EpsonNet WebManager” on page 151.
❏ EpsonNet SetupManager is a utility that provides a simple
printer installation and configuration tool for network
administrators, and an easy network printer installation
process for clients. See “About EpsonNet SetupManager” on
page 159.
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EpsonNet Config for Windows
Chapter2
About EpsonNet Config for Windows
EpsonNet Config for Windows is a Windows-based configuration
software for administrators to configure the network interface for
TCP/IP, NetWare, MS Network, AppleTalk, SNMP, and IPP.
Note:
❏ Be sure to use EpsonNet Config included on the Software CD-ROM
shipped with this product.
❏ EpsonNet Config installed on Windows XP/Server 2003 does not
support NetBEUI as a search protocol because officially the
NetBEUI protocol is not supported on Windows XP/Server 2003.
❏ If you are using the device in a dial-up environment not running
NetWare, clear the Use NetWare check box on the NetWare
screen. If this check box is selected, the extra account may be charged
when you use the dial-up router.
❏ When configuring the network interface for NetWare, use the IPX
protocol and log in to the NetWare server or the NDS context with
supervisor privileges.
❏ When you configure the network interface for NetWare 5.x, you
must log in to the NetWare server using an IPX connection. If you
log in to the NetWare server using an IP connection, the NetWare
screen and the IPX trap setting of SNMP are not available.
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System requirements
The following table lists the system requirements of EpsonNet
Config.
Operating systems
Windows XP Home Edition/Professional
Windows Me
Windows 98/98 Second Edition
Windows 95 OSR2 or higher
Windows NT 4.0 Server/Workstation with Service
Pack 5.0 or higher
Windows 2000 Server/Professional
Windows Server 2003
Hard disk drive space
10 MB
Installing EpsonNet Config for Windows
Follow the steps below to install EpsonNet Config on your
computer to configure the network interface.
Note:
If you add or delete protocols or services from your operating system after
installing EpsonNet Config, EpsonNet Config may not work correctly.
If this happens, uninstall EpsonNet Config and then install it again.
1. Insert the Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2. The Software Installation screen opens automatically.
If the Software Installation screen does not appear,
double-click EPSetup.exe on the CD-ROM.
3. Make sure that all applications are closed, and then click the
Next button.
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4. Read the license agreement, and then click the Agree button.
If necessary, select the model of your printer.
5. Select Install Network Utility.
6. Click the icon located next to EpsonNet Config.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Note:
If the following screen appears after you start EpsonNet Config, click
the Unblock button; otherwise the devices are not listed on the
screen of EpsonNet Config.
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Accessing the EpsonNet Config for Windows
User’s Guide
The EpsonNet Config for Windows User’s Guide contains detailed
information on EpsonNet Config. Follow the steps below to access
the EpsonNet Config User’s Guide.
1. Click Start, point to All Programs (for Windows XP/Server
2003 users) or Programs (for Windows Me/98/95/2000/NT
4.0 users), and then select EpsonNet. Click EpsonNet Config
to start it.
2. From the Help menu, select EpsonNet Config Help.
The EpsonNet Config User’s Guide appears. By clicking the links
on the left side of the screen, you can get information on using
EpsonNet Config.
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Chapter2
EpsonNet Config for Macintosh
About EpsonNet Config for Macintosh
EpsonNet Config for Macintosh is a Macintosh-based
configuration software for administrators that allows you to
configure the network interface for TCP/IP, AppleTalk, SNMP,
and IPP.
Note:
Be sure to use EpsonNet Config included on the Software CD-ROM
shipped with this product.
System requirements
The following table lists the system requirements of EpsonNet
Config.
Operating systems
Mac OS 10.x/9.x/8.x
Models
PowerPC Macintosh
Hard disk drive space
10 MB
Installing EpsonNet Config for Macintosh
Follow the steps below to install EpsonNet Config to configure
the network interface.
1. Insert the Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2. Double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon.
3. Double-click the appropriate OS icon in the EPSON folder.
4. From the Welcome screen, click the Next button.
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5. Read the license agreement, and then click the Agree button.
6. Select Install Network Utility.
7. Click the Next button
8. Click the icon located next to EpsonNet Config to install
EpsonNet Config. Follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the installation.
9. Restart your computer.
Accessing the EpsonNet Config for Macintosh
User’s Guide
The EpsonNet Config for Macintosh User’s Guide contains detailed
information on EpsonNet Config. Follow the steps below to access
the EpsonNet Config User’s Guide.
1. Double-click the Macintosh HD icon. In the Applications
folder, double-click the EpsonNet folder, and then
double-click the EpsonNet Config folder. Finally,
double-click the EpsonNet Config icon.
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2. From the Help menu, select EpsonNet Config Help.
The EpsonNet Config User’s Guide appears. By clicking the links
on the left side of the screen, you can get information on using
EpsonNet Config.
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EpsonNet Config with Web Browser
Chapter2
About EpsonNet Config with Web Browser
EpsonNet Config with Web Browser is a Web-based utility
designed to configure the network interface for use on a network.
By typing the IP address of the network interface for the URL in
your browser, you can start EpsonNet Config to allow you to
configure the network interface for TCP/IP, NetWare, MS
Network, AppleTalk, IPP, and SNMP.
Supported Web browser
❏ Microsoft Internet Explorer version 4.0 or later
❏ Netscape Communicator version 4.0 or later
❏ Netscape Navigator version 3.02 or later
❏ Apple Safari 1.2 or later
About Web browser setting
When running EpsonNet Config with Web Browser, be sure to
disable the proxy server to use the utility through the Internet. If
you use Internet Explorer as the web browser, use the following
steps to clear the Access the Internet using a proxy server check
box. For other web browsers, see the documentation or online
help of your web browser.
1. Start up Internet Explorer.
2. Select Internet Options from the Tool menu.
3. Click the Connections tab.
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4. Click the LAN Settings button.
5. Clear the Use a proxy server for your LAN (These settings
will not apply to dial-up or VPN connections). check box.
Configuring the network interface using
EpsonNet Config with Web Browser
After you have assigned an IP address to the network interface
using EpsonNet EasyInstall, EpsonNet Config for Windows or
Macintosh, or the arp/ping command, you can configure the
network interface using EpsonNet Config with Web Browser.
Note:
❏ A Web browser must be installed on your computer.
❏ TCP/IP must be correctly set for the computer and the network
interface.
❏ Do not run both EpsonNet Config for Windows or Macintosh and
EpsonNet Config with Web Browser at the same time.
❏ Your browser may restrict some characters you can use. For details,
see your browser or operating system documentation.
❏ If you are using the dial-up environment and not using NetWare,
select Disable on the NetWare screen. If Enable is selected, the
extra account may be charged when you are using the dial-up router.
Follow the steps below to change the IP address using EpsonNet
Config with Web Browser.
1. Turn on the device.
2. Run EpsonNet Config with Web Browser using one of the
following ways.
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❏ Run EpsonNet Config for Windows or Macintosh. Select
the device you want to configure from the list and then
click Launch Browser.
❏ Open your browser, and then type in the IP address of the
network interface directly. Do not run EpsonNet Config
for Windows or Macintosh.
http://IP address of network interface/
Example: http://192.168.100.201/
Note:
To check the IP address of the network interface, use EpsonNet
Config. For details, see “About EpsonNet Config for Windows” on
page 91 for Windows users, or “About EpsonNet Config for
Macintosh” on page 95 for Macintosh users.
Note on NetWare setting:
❏ From any NetWare client, log in to the target NetWare server
or NDS context with supervisor privileges.
❏ You cannot create a print server, print queue, or printer with
EpsonNet Config with Web Browser. You must create these
objects before using EpsonNet Config with Web Browser.
3. Click TCP/IP under Network on the Configuration menu to
display the TCP/IP setting screen.
Note:
If you want to configure a protocol other than TCP/IP, see
“Configuration - Network Screens” on page 108.
4. Select a method for acquiring the IP address. When you select
Auto, an IP address is automatically assigned to the network
interface via DHCP. If you want to set the IP address
manually, select Manual.
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Note:
❏ The network administrator must check any changes made to the
IP address settings.
❏ When Auto is selected, an IP address can be acquired via
DHCP. To use the DHCP server, make sure it is installed on
your computer and correctly configured. See your operating
system’s online help for detailed instructions.
❏ If Set Using Automatic Private IP Addressing (APIPA)
is enabled, a private IP address is automatically assigned to the
network interface even when there are no DHCP servers on
your system or your network.
❏ If the Dynamic DNS function is not supported, we recommend
that you select Manual and then enter an IP address. This is
because if you select Auto, the IP address of the network
interface changes every time you turn on the device so that you
need to change the printer port setting accordingly.
5. To assign an IP address manually, enter the IP address, the
subnet mask, and the default gateway. Be sure the IP address
does not conflict with any other devices on the network.
Note:
If there is a server or a router functioning as a gateway, enter the IP
address of the server or the router for the gateway address. If there
is no gateway, leave the default values there.
6. If you want to get a private address between 169.254.1.1 and
169.254.254.254 automatically when an IP address cannot be
obtained by the DHCP server, select Enable for Set Using
Automatic Private IP Addressing (APIPA); otherwise, select
Disable.
7. When setting an IP address using the ping command, select
Enable for Set Using PING. Select Disable when setting an
IP address with EpsonNet Config; this prevents any
unexpected change of the IP address.
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Note:
Be sure to select Disable when not using ping; this prevents an
unexpected change of the IP address by EpsonNet WebManager.
8. Select Enable for Acquire DNS Server Address
Automatically if you want to acquire the DNS server address
using the DHCP server.
If you want to enter the DNS server address manually, select
Disable and then enter the IP address of the DNS server.
9. Select Enable for Acquire Host Name and Domain Name
Automatically if you want to acquire the host name and the
domain name using the DHCP server.
If you want to specify manually, enter the host name and the
domain name in the text boxes.
10. Select Enable for Register Network Interface Address to
DNS Server if you want to register the host name and domain
name to the DNS server through the DHCP server that
supports Dynamic DNS.
If you want to register the host name and the domain name
directly to the DNS server, select Enable for Register
Network Interface Address Directly to DNS Server.
11. Select Enable or Disable for Use Universal Plug and Play.
Select Enable if you want to use the Universal Plug and Play
function on Windows Me or future operating systems.
12. Change the default Universal Plug and Play device name, if
desired. This device name is used for Windows that supports
the Universal Plug and Play function.
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13. Mac OS X only:
Select Enable or Disable for Use Rendezvous. If you select
Enable, enter the Rendezvous Name and the Rendezvous
Printer Name. If your network environment supports DHCP,
you can use the device on the network just by enabling this
setting.
14. Click Submit and then enter the password to update the
settings. For more information on setting the password, see
“Password” on page 119.
Note:
If you have set the Administrator Name in the Administrator screen,
enter the administrator name for the user name.
15. If the message “Configuration change is complete!” appears
on your screen, the update is complete. Do not exit the Web
browser and do not send a job to the device until this message
appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to reset the device.
Note:
❏ Since the new IP address is assigned after the device is reset, you
need to restart EpsonNet Config with Web Browser by entering the
new IP address.
❏ Only changes on the page where you press the Submit button take
effect.
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Opening Screen
Any user can access the following screen by typing the IP address
of the network interface for the URL in your browser. The opening
screen consists of the Index frame, the Menu frame, and the
Information frame.
a
c
b
a. Index Frame
b. Menu Frame
c. Information Frame
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Index Frame
The Index frame is displayed on the top of the web browser. The
following links are provided on the Index frame.
Home
Links to the opening screen.
Favorite
Links to a Web site previously defined by the
administrator.
Help
Links to Help.
About Config
Links to the copyright and version information for
EpsonNet Config.
EPSON logo
Links to the Epson Web site
(http://www.epson.com).
Menu Frame
The Menu frame is displayed on the left of the web browser. The
following links are provided on the Menu frame.
Information
General
Displays the basic information about the
network interface.
NetWare
Displays settings for NetWare.
TCP/IP
Displays settings for TCP/IP.
AppleTalk
Displays settings for AppleTalk.
MS Network
Displays settings for Microsoft Network.
IPP
Displays settings for IPP.
SNMP
Displays settings for SNMP.
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Printing Control
Displays settings for Printing Control.
Timeout
Displays settings for Timeout.
Time
Displays settings for Time.
Configuration - Network
Ethernet
Configure the desired Ethernet settings.
NetWare
Configure the applicable settings for NetWare.
TCP/IP
Configure the desired settings/method for
TCP/IP.
AppleTalk
Configure the desired settings for AppleTalk.
MS Network
Configure the desired settings for Microsoft
Network.
IPP
Configure the desired settings for IPP.
SNMP
Configure the desired settings for SNMP.
Printing Control
Configure the desired settings for Printing
Control
Timeout
Configure the desired settings for Timeout
Time
Configure the desired settings for Time.
Configuration - Optional
Administrator
Enter the name of the administrator and a link
to a favorite Web site.
Reset
Resets the device and returns to the default
settings.
Password
Set the password to protect settings.
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Information Frame
On the Information frame, the contents of the item selected on the
Menu frame are displayed.
General
Items
Explanations
Administrator Name
Displays the administrator name of the device.
Location
Displays the location of the device.
Interface Card Model
Name
Displays the model of the network interface.
MAC Address
Displays the MAC address of the network
interface. You can distinguish the network
interface by its MAC address.
Hardware Version
Displays the hardware version of the network
interface.
Software Version
Displays the software version of the network
interface.
Model Name
Displays the product name of the device
attached to the network interface.
Network Status
Displays the data transmission rate and
communication mode.
Printer Status
The background color of the text box indicates
the device’s status. Green indicates that the
device is idle or printing. Yellow indicates that
either the paper or toner is low. Red indicates
that either the paper or toner is completely out,
the device is offline, there is a paper jam, the
cover is open, or an error has occurred.
Current Time
Displays the current time.
Refresh button
Displays the latest information on the device
status. Since the device status is not updated
automatically, click the button to display the
latest information of the device.
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Configuration - Network Screens
Ethernet
Items
Explanations
Speed/Duplex Setting
Select the data transmission rate and
communication mode. If you do not know it,
select Auto.
NetWare
NetWare Basic Settings
Items
Explanations
Use NetWare
Enables or disables NetWare.
Frame Type
Select the frame type. Usually, Auto is
recommended.
Mode
Select the appropriate NetWare mode.
Print Server Mode
Items
Explanations
Print Server Name
Enter the print server name (up to 47
characters).
Polling Interval (5-90)
Enter the polling interval in seconds (between 5
and 90 seconds).
NetWare Password
Enter the password (up to 20 characters) you
use when you log in to the print server.
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NDS
Items
Explanations
NDS Tree Name
Enter the NDS tree name (up to 31 characters)
if the mode is NDS Print Server.
NDS Context
Enter the NDS context (up to 255 characters) if
the mode is NDS Print Server.
Bindery
Items
Explanations
Primary File Server
Name
If the mode is Bindery Print Server, enter the
primary file server name (up to 47 characters)
where you log in to the print server.
Remote Printer Mode
Items
Explanations
Primary Print Server
Name
Enter the primary print server name (up to 47
characters).
Printer Port Number
(0-254)
Enter the printer port number (between 0 and
254).
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TCP/IP
IP Address Settings
Items
Explanations
Method for Acquiring the
IP Address
Select a method for acquiring IP addresses. If
Auto is selected, an IP address is assigned via
DHCP. To use the DHCP server, make sure it is
installed on your computer and correctly
configured. See your operating system’s
online help for detailed instructions.
To set the IP address manually, select Manual.
IP Address
Enter an IP address for the network interface.
Be sure the IP address does not conflict with
any other devices on the network.
Subnet Mask
Set the subnet mask.
Default Gateway
Set the gateway address if needed.
Set Using Automatic
Private IP Addressing
(APIPA)
Select Enable to get a private address
between 169.254.1.1 and 169.254.254.254
automatically when an IP address cannot be
obtained by the DHCP server; otherwise,
select Disable.
Set Using PING
Enables or disables IP address setting using the
ping command.
DNS Server Address Settings
Items
Explanations
Acquire DNS Server
Address Automatically
Select either Enable or Disable to acquire the
DNS server address from the DHCP server.
DNS Server Address
Enter the DNS server address. When the DHCP
server does not respond even if Enable is
selected for Acquire DNS server address
automatically, the DNS server address set
here is used.
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Host Name and Domain Name Settings
Items
Explanations
Acquire Host Name and
Domain Name
Automatically
Select either Enable or Disable to acquire the
host name and domain name from the DHCP
server.
Host Name
Enter the host name supported by Dynamic
DNS (between 2 and 63 characters). The total
number of characters of the host name and
the domain name must not exceed 251.
Domain Name
Leave it blank or enter two or more characters
of the domain name. The total number of
characters of the host name and the domain
name must not exceed 251.
Register Network
Interface Address to DNS
Server
Select Enable if you want to send the host
name and the domain name to the DHCP
server that supports Dynamic DNS update to
request for DNS dynamic updates.
Register Network
Interface Address Directly
to DNS Server
Select Enable if you want to directly send the
host name and the domain name to the DNS
server that supports Dynamic DNS update to
request DNS dynamic updates.When Disable
is selected for Register network interface
Address to DNS server, this item is also
disabled.
Universal Plug and Play Settings
Items
Explanations
Use Universal Plug and
Play
Enables or disables Universal Plug and Play.
Device Name
Enter the device name (between 2 and 63
characters).
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Rendezvous/Bonjour Settings
Items
Explanations
Use Rendezvous
Select either Enable or Disable to use
Rendezvous/Bonjour.
Rendezvous Name
Enter the Rendezvous name.
Rendezvous Printer Name
Enter the printer name for Rendezvous.
SLP Settings
Items
Explanations
Use SLP
Select either Enable or Disable to use the SLP
function.
TTL (-1, 1-15)
Enter the number of routers through which a
packet can travel before being discarded or
returned when using the SLP function. If you
do not want to use the TTL setting, enter -1.
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AppleTalk
Items
Explanations
Use AppleTalk
Enables or disables AppleTalk.
Printer Name
Enter the name of the device attached to
the network interface (up to 32 characters).
Zone Name
Enter the network zone name (up to 32
characters). To have the zone selected
automatically, select Auto for the Network
Number Set and enter an asterisk (*) in this
text box.
Entity Type
Displays the entity type of the device. Do not
change the entity type unless “epson”
appears. If “epson” appears, enter an entity
type to match your device.
Network Number Set
Select Auto or Manual. Usually Auto is
recommended.
Network Number for
Manual Mode(0-65534)
Enter the network number when you select
Manual for Network Number Set.
MS Network
Items
Explanations
Use Microsoft Network
Shared Printing
Enables or disables the Microsoft network
shared printing.
Host Name
Enter the host name (up to 15 characters).
Workgroup Name
Enter the workgroup name or domain name
(up to 15 characters).
Printer Share Name
Enter the file share name (up to 12
characters). LPT “X” or COM cannot be used.
(“X” represents a number, either 0 or larger.)
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IPP
You must make the following settings before setting up the device
for Internet Printing on Windows XP/Me/2000/Server 2003 or
using EpsonNet Internet Print on Windows 98/95/NT 4.0. See
“About EpsonNet Internet Print” on page 140 for more
information.
Items
Explanations
IPP URL
Displays the device’s URL for Internet Printing.
Format:
http://IP address of network interface:631/printer
name set below
Example:
http://192.168.100.201:631/EPSON_IPP_Printer
Printer Name
Enter the name of a device to use for Internet Printing
(up to 127 characters).
Example:
EPSON_IPP_Printer
Location
Enter the name of the device’s physical location (up
to 64 characters).
SNMP
Community
Items
Explanations
Community
Displays the community name.
Read Only
The word “public” always appears.
Read/Write
Enter the Read/Write community name (up to 32
characters).
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IP Trap
Items
Explanations
Trap
Enables or disables the trap.
Address
Enter the IP address of the network interface to
which the trap is sent.
Community
Enter the community name (up to 32 characters).
Port Number
Enter the port number of the receive host, in
decimal (between 0 and 65535).
IPX Trap
Items
Explanations
Trap
Enables or disables the trap.
Address
Enter the network address and the node number
(MAC Address) of the network interface to which
the trap is sent.
Format:
Network Address: Node Number
Suppose the network address is A7E00BB0
(hexadecimal) and the node number is
000048930000 (hexadecimal). In this case, the
address is A7E00BB0:000048930000.
Community
Enter the community name (up to 32 characters).
Socket Number
Enter the socket number of the receive host, in
hexadecimal (between 0 and FFFF).
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Printing Control
Printing Control Settings
Items
Explanations
Printing Control
Enables or disables the printing control.
Printer Access Control
Select Allow or Deny. Selecting Allow permits
the network access from the IP addresses
registered on the printer access control list.
On the other hand, selecting Deny blocks
the network access from the IP addresses
registered on the printer access control list.
Printer Access Control List
Enter the IP address ranges by which the
network access is restricted.
Timeout
Printing
Items
Explanations
LPR(0-3600)
Set the length of time for LPR before a
timeout occurs (between 0 and 3600
seconds). Enter 0 not to apply the timeout.
RAW(Port9100)
Set the length of time for RAW(Port9100)
before a timeout occurs (between 0 and
3600 seconds). Enter 0 not to apply the
timeout.
IPP(0-3600)
Set the length of time for IPP before a timeout
occurs (between 0 and 3600 seconds). Enter
0 not to apply the timeout.
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Time
Items
Explanations
Time
Displays the current time. Click the Get Time
button to reload the display. When the time
server is enabled, time is acquired from the
time server.
Manual Settings
If the network interface has RTC (Real Time Clock), you can set
the time manually.
Items
Explanations
Date (YYYY-MM-DD)
Enter the year, month, and day.
Time (HH:MM:SS)
Enter the hour, minutes, and seconds.
Time Difference (HH:DD)
Enter the difference between time at the
present location and Greenwich Mean Time
(GMT).
Apply button
Applies the settings.
Time Server Settings
Items
Explanations
Time Server
Select either Enable or Disable to
synchronize time with the time server.
Time Server Address
Enter the address of the time server.
Synchronize
Interval(1-10080)
Enter the time interval in minutes for
automatic time synchronization.
Time
Difference(GMT+/-HH:MM)
Enter the difference between the time at
the present location and Greenwich Mean
Time (GMT).
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Items
Explanations
Time Server Status
Displays the connection status with the time
server.
Apply button
Applies the settings.
Configuration - Optional Screens
Administrator
You can link to the Web site specified on this screen when you
click Favorite (the name can be changed) in Index.
Items
Explanations
Administrator Name
Enter the name of the administrator (up to
255 characters).
Location
Enter the location of the device (up to 255
characters).
Favorite
Items
Explanations
Favorite Name
Enter the link item name (up to 20
characters) that will be displayed in the
Index menu.
Favorite URL
Enter a URL (up to 64 characters).
Description
Enter any comments for the URL above (up
to 64 characters).
Note:
Links to ftp are not supported.
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Reset
You can reset the network interface or return the settings to the
default values.
Items
Explanations
Reset button
Turns the power off and on again. Click this
button to make the changes take effect.
Return to Default button
Returns the network interface to the default
settings.
Password
The password set here protects the settings. You will be asked for
the password when you update or change the settings on each
setting screen. Passwords are case sensitive. No password is set
by default.
Items
Explanations
Old Password
Enter the current password.
New Password
Enter the new password (up to 20
characters).
New Password (again)
Enter the new password again to confirm.
Note:
❏ The same password is used for EpsonNet Config for Windows and
Macintosh, and EpsonNet Config with Web Browser.
❏ If you forget your password, you need to initialize the network
interface. See “Initializing the Network Interface” on page 212 for
instructions.
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Chapter2
EpsonNet Print
About EpsonNet Print
EpsonNet Print is a utility program that provides peer to peer
printing to Epson devices on the TCP/IP network.
By using EpsonNet Print, you can find a device located in the same
segment or beyond a router. You can select LPR standard
printing, LPR enhanced printing, or High-speed printing.
System requirements
EpsonNet Print supports the following environments.
Operating systems
Windows XP (with Service Pack 1 or higher)
Windows Me, 98, 98 Second Edition
Windows 95 OSR2 (with Internet Explorer version 5.0
or higher)
Windows 2000 (with Service Pack 4 or higher)
Windows NT 4.0 (with Service Pack 6 or higher)
Windows Server 2003
CPU
Pentium II 400 MHz or better recommended
Memory
64 MB or more
Hard disk space
20 MB or more
Display
800 × 600 screen resolution, 256 color or more
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Installing EpsonNet Print
Follow the steps below to install EpsonNet Print. Be sure to install
it on a computer connected to the network.
1. Insert the Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2. The Software Installation screen opens automatically.
If the Software Installation screen does not appear,
double-click EPSetup.exe on the CD-ROM.
3. Make sure that all applications are closed, and then click the
Next button.
4. Read the license agreement, and then click the Agree button.
If necessary, select the model of your printer.
5. Select Install Network Utility.
6. Click the icon located next to EpsonNet Print.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
The installation is complete. You can add a new port for the
printer with using EpsonNet Print.
❏ For Windows XP/2000/NT 4.0/Server 2003 users, see “For
Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT 4.0 Users” on page 122.
❏ For Windows Me/98/95 users, see “For Windows Me/98/95
users” on page 131.
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For Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT 4.0 Users
Follow the steps below to add a port using the Add Printer
Wizard.
❏ If you want to add a port for a device with its IP address
assigned automatically by the DHCP server or router, see
“Adding a port for a device assigned with a dynamic IP
address” on page 122.
❏ If you want to add a port for a device with its IP address
assigned manually, see “Adding a port for a device assigned
with a static IP address” on page 127.
Note:
❏ Be sure that the computer is connected to the network and TCP/IP
is correctly set.
❏ A valid IP address must be assigned to the network interface.
Adding a port for a device assigned with a dynamic IP
address
1. For Windows XP: Click Start and then Printers and Faxes.
Under Printer Tasks, click Add a printer to start the Add
Printer Wizard.
For Windows 2000: Click Start, point to Settings, and then
select Printers. Double-click Add Printer in the Printers folder
to start the Add Printer Wizard.
For Windows Server 2003: Click Start and then Printers and
Faxes. Double-click Add Printer in the Printers folder to start
the Add Printer Wizard.
For Windows NT 4.0: Click Start, point to Settings, and then
select Printers. Double-click the Add Printers icon.
2. Click Next.
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3. For Windows XP/Server 2003: Click Local printer attached
to this computer, clear the Automatically detect and
install my Plug and Play printer check box, and then click
Next. Select the Create a new port radio button, and then
select EpsonNet Print Port from the list. Click Next.
Note:
If the following screen appears, click the Unblock button, and then
click the Search Again button to search the devices.
For Windows 2000: Click Local printer, clear the
Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer
check box, and then click Next. Select the Create a new port
radio button, and then select EpsonNet Print Port from the
list. Click Next.
For Windows NT 4.0: Select the My Computer radio button,
and then click Next. Click the Add Port button in the Add
Printer wizard dialog box. Select EpsonNet Print Port from
the Available Printer Port list, and then click the New Port
button.
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4. Select the target device, and then click Next.
\
Note:
❏ If the target device is not in the list, click the Search Again
button to search the devices using new parameters.
❏ Each column can be sorted in ascending or descending order by
clicking the column header. However, Manual Setting is always
displayed on the top of the list regardless of sorting.
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❏ If you want to search devices in other segments, click the N/W
Settings button. Select the Specific Network Segments
check box, and then enter the network address and subnet mask
of the network segment for the search. Then click the Add
button.You can also specify Time Before Declaring
Communication Error.
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5. Confirm the information about the device’s port you want to
configure, and then click Finish.
Items
Explanations
Port Type
The following items are listed in the pull-down
menu, and you can select the port type you
need.
IP Address(Auto): Configure the port
automatically. If the IP address of the device is
acquired automatically and the computer and
the device are in the same segment, you can
select this port type.
IP Address(Manual): Use the device’s IP Address
for the port name.
HostName (DNS): Use the device’s host name
registered in the DNS server for the port name.
MS Network: Use the NetBIOS name registered in
the device for the port name.
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The port
Information
The following items are displayed:
Finish button
Register the port information to the system and
close the Add EpsonNet Print Port Wizard.
Back button
Go back to the device list window.
Cancel button
Close the Add EpsonNet Print Port Wizard.
- Port Name (automatically assigned according
to the selected port type.)
- Printer Model
- Host Name or IP Address (automatically assigned
according to the selected port type)
- Protocol
The new printer port is created in your computer. To install the
printer driver, see “Installing the Printer Driver” on page 130.
Adding a port for a device assigned with a static IP address
1. For Windows XP: Click Start and then Printers and Faxes.
Under Printer Tasks, click Add a printer to start the Add
Printer Wizard.
For Windows 2000: Click Start, point to Settings, and then
select Printers. Double-click Add Printer in the Printers folder
to start the Add Printer Wizard.
For Windows Server 2003: Click Start and then Printers and
Faxes. Double-click Add Printer in the Printers folder to start
the Add Printer Wizard.
For Windows NT 4.0: Click Start, point to Settings, and then
select Printers. Double-click the Add Printers icon.
2. Click Next.
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3. For Windows XP/Server 2003: Click Local printer attached
to this computer, clear the Automatically detect and
install my Plug and Play printer check box, and then click
Next. Select the Create a new port radio button, and then
select EpsonNet Print Port from the list. Click Next.
For Windows 2000: Click Local printer, clear the
Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer
check box, and then click Next. Select the Create a new port
radio button, and then select EpsonNet Print Port from the
list. Click Next.
For Windows NT 4.0: Select the My Computer radio button,
and then click Next. Click the Add Port button in the Add
Printer wizard dialog box. Select EpsonNet Print Port from
the Available Printer Port list, and then click the New Port
button.
4. Select Manual Setting from the list, and then click Next.
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5. Enter the device’s name and the port name is automatically
entered to the Port Name edit box. Then click Next.
6. Confirm the information about the device’s port you want to
configure, and then click Finish.
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Items
Explanations
The port
Information
The following items are displayed.
Finish button
Register the port information to the system and
close the Add EpsonNet Print Port Wizard.
Back button
Go back to the device list window.
Cancel button
Close the Add EpsonNet Print Port Wizard.
- Port Name
- Host Name or IP Address
- Protocol
The new printer port is created in your computer. To install the
printer driver, see “Installing the Printer Driver” on page 130.
Installing the Printer Driver
Install the printer driver that comes with your device.
Note:
Some buttons in these steps may be slightly different depending on your
operating system.
1. Insert the Software CD-ROM shipped with the device.
2. Close the EPSON Installation Program screen if it appears.
3. Click the Have Disk button. The Install From Disk dialog box
appears.
4. Click Browse.
5. Select the CD-ROM drive for Drives, and double-click the
appropriate folder for your operating system. Click OK.
6. Click OK in the Install From Disk dialog box.
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7. Select the model name of the device, and then click Next.
Note:
If the Add Printer wizard asks you to select either Keep existing
driver or Replace existing driver, be sure to select the Replace
existing driver radio button. Click Next.
8. Click Finish and follow the on-screen instructions to complete
the setup.
The printer is now ready for peer-to-peer printing. To configure
the printer port, see “Configuring the printer port” on page 138.
For Windows Me/98/95 users
Follow the steps below to add a port using the Add Printer
Wizard.
❏ If you want to add a port for the device with its IP address
assigned automatically from the DHCP server or router, see
“Adding a port for a device assigned with a dynamic IP
address” on page 132.
❏ If you want to add a port for the device with its IP address
assigned manually, see “Adding a port for a device assigned
with a static IP address” on page 135.
Note:
❏ Be sure that the computer is connected to the network and TCP/IP
is correctly set.
❏ Be sure that the driver of the target device is installed on the
computer.
❏ A valid IP address must be assigned to the network interface.
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Adding a port for a device assigned with a dynamic IP
address
Install the printer driver before adding a port for the device. See
the manual shipped with your device for instructions on how to
install the printer driver.
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Printers.
2. Right-click the target device icon, and then select Properties.
3. Click the Details tab, and then click the Add Port button.
Select the Other radio button, and then select EpsonNet Print
Port. Click OK.
4. Select the target device, and then click Next.
Note:
❏ If the target device is not in the list, click the Search Again
button to search the devices using new parameters.
❏ Each column can be sorted in ascending or descending order by
clicking the column header. However, Manual Setting is
always displayed on the top of the list regardless of sorting.
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❏ If you want to search devices in other segments, click the N/W
Settings button. Select the Specific Network Segments
check box, and then enter the network address and subnet mask
of the network segment for the search. Then click the Add
button. You can also specify Time Before Declaring
Communication Error.
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5. Confirm the information about the device’s port you want to
configure, and then click Finish.
Items
Explanations
Port Type
The following items are listed in the pull-down
menu, and you can select the port type you
need.
IP Address(Auto): Configure the port
automatically. If the IP address of the device is
acquired automatically and the computer and
the device are in the same segment, you can
select this port type.
IP Address(Manual): Use the device’s IP Address
for the port name.
HostName (DNS): Use the device’s host name
registered in the DNS server for the port name.
MS Network: Use the NetBIOS name registered in
the device for the port name.
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The port
Information
The following items are displayed:
Finish button
Register the port information to the system and
close the Add EpsonNet Print Port Wizard.
Back button
Go back to the device list window.
Cancel button
Close the Add EpsonNet Print Port Wizard.
- Port Name (automatically assigned according
to the selected port type)
- Printer Model
- Host Name or IP Address (automatically assigned
according to the selected port type)
- Protocol
The printer is now ready for peer-to-peer printing. To configure
the printer port, see “Configuring the printer port” on page 138.
Adding a port for a device assigned with a static IP address
Install the printer driver before adding a port for the device. See
the manual shipped with your device for instructions on how to
install the printer driver.
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Printers.
2. Right-click the target device icon, and then select Properties.
3. Click the Details tab, and then click the Add Port button.
Select the Other radio button, and then select EpsonNet Print
Port. Click OK.
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4. Select Manual Setting from the list, and then click Next.
5. Enter the device’s name and the port name is automatically
entered to the Port Name edit box. Then click Next.
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6. Confirm the information about the device’s port you want to
configure, and then click Finish.
Items
Explanations
The port
Information
The following items are displayed:
Finish button
Register the port information to the system and
close the Add EpsonNet Print Port Wizard.
Back button
Go back to the device list window.
Cancel button
Close the Add EpsonNet Print Port Wizard.
- Port Name
- Host Name or IP Address
- Protocol
The printer is now ready for peer-to-peer printing. To configure
the printer port, see “Configuring the printer port” on page 138.
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Configuring the printer port
Follow the steps below to configure the printer port. The printing
speed differs depending on your selection.
1. For Windows Me/98/95/2000/NT 4.0: Click Start, point to
Settings, and then select Printers.
For Windows XP/Server 2003: Click Start and then Printers
and Faxes.
2. Right-click the target device, and then click Properties.
3. For Windows Me/98/95: Click the Details tab, and then click
the Port Settings button.
For Windows XP/Server 2003/2000/NT 4.0: Click the Ports
tab, and then click the Configure Port button.
4. Make the appropriate settings for the desired port.
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LPR enhanced printing:
Select the LPR Printing radio button, and specify the queue
name (up to 32 characters). LPR enhanced printing sends a
print job to the target network device without spooling all of
the print data. LPR enhanced printing is faster than LPR
standard printing.
LPR standard printing:
Select the Confirm file size check box, and specify the queue
name (up to 32 characters). Print data is spooled by the
computer before being sent to the target network device.
Note:
When the print data size exceeds 20 MB, we recommend that you
use LPR enhanced printing
High-Speed printing:
Select the High-Speed Printing (RAW) radio button. The
Epson high-speed printing port sends a print job to the target
network device without spooling all of the print data.
High-Speed printing is faster than the other two printing
methods.
5. Click OK.
If you select the High-Speed Printing (RAW) radio button
and if the printer does not support High-Speed printing, an
error message appears. Follow the message to remedy the
problem.
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Chapter2
EpsonNet Internet Print
About EpsonNet Internet Print
EpsonNet Internet Print is a utility program that supports
printing across the Internet using Internet Printing Protocol (IPP).
Since the network interface supports IPP, Internet printing is
possible using this utility. You can print or make printer settings
from Windows 98/95/NT 4.0 systems that can access the Internet.
You can also print via a proxy server using this utility.
Before using the EpsonNet Internet Print utility, be sure to read
the Readme.txt file found in the EpsonNet Internet Print folder.
This file contains the latest information on the EpsonNet Internet
Print.
Note:
❏ EPSON Status Monitor is a utility program that monitors your
device and gives you information about its current status. Because
this utility does not support IPP, devices connected to the Internet
cannot be monitored with EPSON Status Monitor. If you use
EpsonNet Internet Print on a computer which has EPSON Status
Monitor installed, a communication error message may appear
when you view printer properties. To avoid this, click the Optional
Settings tab in the target printer’s properties dialog box and click
the Update the Printer Option Information Manually radio
button.
❏ For Windows XP/Me/2000, use the OS standard IPP client for the
Internet printing.
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System requirements
Operating systems
❏ Windows 98, Windows 95, or Windows NT 4.0 Server and
Workstation
❏ An Intel x86 series or compatible processor
Supported products
❏ Epson network interfaces that support IPP (EpsonNet
Internet Print comes with Epson network interface products
that support IPP)
Installing EpsonNet Internet Print
Follow the steps below to install EpsonNet Internet Print.
1. Insert the Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2. The Software Installation screen opens automatically.
If the Software Installation screen does not appear,
double-click EPSetup.exe on the CD-ROM.
3. Make sure that all applications are closed, and then click the
Next button.
4. Read the license agreement, and then click the Agree button.
If necessary, select the model of your printer.
5. Select Install Network Utility.
6. Click the icon located next to EpsonNet Internet Print.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
8. Restart the computer after installation is complete.
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Setting up your device using EpsonNet Internet
Print
EpsonNet Internet Print supports printing across the Internet
using Internet Printing Protocol. Follow the steps below to set up
the device.
Note:
Before following the steps below, you must make the appropriate IPP
settings in EpsonNet Config. See the EpsonNet Config User’s Guide or
“IPP” on page 114 for instructions on setting up IPP. In the steps below,
you will be asked for the IPP URL you set in the IPP setting screen in
EpsonNet Config.
Windows 98/95
1. Make sure that TCP/IP is correctly installed and setup in the
computer and a valid IP address is set for the computer and
device.
2. Make sure that the IPP settings in EpsonNet Config are
correct. See the EpsonNet Config User’s Guide or “IPP” on page
114 for instructions on settings for IPP.
3. To start EpsonNet Internet Print, click Start, point to
Programs and then EpsonNet Internet Print, then click Add
EpsonNet Internet Print Port.
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4. The following screen appears. The address you set here
becomes the port for Internet printing. Make the settings
described below.
Enter Printer URI:
Enter the target device’s URI up to 49 characters. The URI you
set here must be same as the IPP URL you have set for the IPP
setting screen in EpsonNet Config. Do not use the following
characters; | \ [ ] { } < > # " `
Format: http://IP address of device:631/printer name
Example: http://192.168.100.201:631/EPSON_IPP_Printer
Use Proxy:
When using the proxy server, select this box and enter the
Proxy Server Name and Port Number. All communication is
done via the proxy server.
Enter Proxy Server Name:
Enter the proxy server name or the IP address of the proxy
server. You can enter up to 256 characters, but only 127
characters are valid. Do not use the following characters; | \
[]{}<>#"`
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Port Number:
Enter the port number of the proxy server (from 0 to 65535).
Get Printer Attributes:
When you select this box and click OK, EpsonNet Internet
Print communicates with the device and acquires
information, so it may take a few minutes before a message
appears. This setting is available only when creating a port.
Get status every 20 sec.:
Select this box when you want to receive printer status updates
at regular intervals (every 5 seconds during printing and every
20 seconds when idle). If you select this box, a message will
appear if an error occurs during printing. You can also check
the printer status by double-clicking the printer icon.
OK button:
Saves the settings.
Cancel button:
Cancels any changes.
Note:
❏ The settings you make above can be changed from the printer
driver. In the printer Properties dialog box, click the Details
tab, and click the Port Settings button to change the settings.
❏ Be aware that when connecting to the Internet using a dial-up
router and selecting the Get status every 20 sec check box,
you may be charged for the extra line connection.
❏ When you check the Get Printer Attributes check box and click
OK, an error message may appear. Be sure that the device power
is on, and the device is correctly connected on the network.
❏ If the device power is off or there is a problem on the network,
the Get status every 20 sec check box is automatically
cleared. If this happens, make sure that the device power is on
and the device is correctly connected on the network, and then
select the Get status every 20 sec check box again.
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5. Click OK to save settings.
6. When a message appears saying the settings are correctly
configured, click OK to start the Add Printer Wizard. Click
Next.
Note:
If you click Cancel and then later want to add the device, start the
Add Printer Wizard and follow the steps below.
7. Click the Local printer radio button and click Next.
8. Select the printer driver and click Next.
If the following dialog box appears, select Replace existing
driver and click Next.
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9. Select the port added by EpsonNet Internet Print in the
previous section. Click Next.
10. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the printer driver.
11. If a dialog box instructing you to install EPSON Status
Monitor appears, click Cancel and terminate the installation.
Note:
❏ If you delete the port which you set above from the Details tab of
the printer properties, you cannot reuse the deleted port name as a
new port name (the printer URI) until you restart the computer.
❏ If you are using EPSON Status Monitor and printing with
EpsonNet Internet Print, the message “A communication error has
occurred.” appears. You can get rid of this message by clearing the
Monitor the Printing Status check box in the Utility menu of the
printer properties.
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Windows NT 4.0
1. Be sure that TCP/IP is correctly installed and setup in the
computer and a valid IP address is set for the computer and
device.
2. Make sure that the IPP settings in EpsonNet Config are
correct. See the EpsonNet Config User’s Guide or “IPP” on page
114 for instructions on settings for IPP.
3. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Printers.
4. Double-click the Add Printer icon and click Next.
5. Click the My Computer radio button and click Next.
6. Click the Add Port button, and select EPSON IPP Port from
the list. Then click the New Port button.
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7. The following screen appears. The address you set here
becomes the port for Internet printing. Make the settings
described below.
Enter Printer URI:
Enter the target device’s URI (up to 127 characters). The URI
you set here must be the same as the IPP URL you set for the
IPP configuration in EpsonNet Config. Do not use the
following characters; | \ [ ] { } < > # " `
Format: http://IP address of device:631/printer name
Example: http://192.168.100.201:631/EPSON_IPP_Printer
Use Proxy:
When using a proxy server, select this box and enter the Proxy
Server Name and Port Number. All communication is done
via the proxy server.
Enter Proxy Server Name:
Enter the proxy server name or the IP address of the proxy
server (up to 256 characters). Do not use the following
characters; | \ [ ] { } < > # " `
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Port Number:
Enter the port number of the proxy server (from 0 to 65535).
Get Printer Attributes:
When you select this box and click OK, EpsonNet Internet
Print communicates with the device and acquires
information, so it may take a few minutes before a message
appears. This setting is available only when creating a port.
Get status every 20 sec.:
Select this box when you want to receive printer status updates
at regular intervals (every 5 seconds during printing and every
20 seconds when idle). If you select this box, a message will
appear if an error occurs during printing. You can also check
the printer status by double-clicking the printer icon.
OK button:
Saves the settings.
Cancel button:
Cancels any changes.
Note:
❏ The settings can be changed after setting up the device. In the
printer Properties dialog box, click the Ports tab, and click the
Configure Port button to change the settings.
❏ Be aware that if you connect to the Internet using a dial-up
router and select the Get status every 20 sec check box, you
may be charged for the extra line connection.
❏ When you select the Get Printer Attributes check box and
click OK, an error message may appear. Be sure that the device
power is on, and the device is connected to the network.
❏ If the device power is off or there is a problem in the network,
the Get status every 20 sec check box is automatically
cleared. If this happens, make sure that the device power is on
and the device is correctly connected on the network, and then
select the Get status every 20 sec check box again.
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8. Click OK to save the settings.
9. Select the printer driver, and follow the on-screen instructions
to install the printer driver.
Note:
When you are using EPSON Status Monitor and printing from
EpsonNet Internet Print, the message “A communication error has
occurred.” appears. To clear this message, right-click the printer icon,
select Document Defaults, and select the Optional Settings tab.
Then select the Monitor the Printing Status check box.
Status Alert Window
The EpsonNet Internet Print utility updates the status of the IPP
printer if you have selected the Get status every 20 sec check
box in the EpsonNet Internet Print dialog box.
The status alert window appears when the device is out of paper,
toner, or ink, if paper is jammed, the cover is open, or when the
device is offline.
The EpsonNet Internet Print utility checks the printer status every
5 seconds during printing and every 20 seconds when idle. If you
do not want to check the printer status, clear the Get status every
20 sec check box in the EpsonNet Internet Print dialog box.
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Chapter2
EpsonNet WebManager
About EpsonNet WebManager
EpsonNet WebManager is an application designed to manage
network devices. It allows network administrators to easily
control network devices such as network printers, interface cards,
and network adapters attached to a printer. EpsonNet
WebManager offers the following features:
❏ It supports Windows, Macintosh, and UNIX platforms to give
network administrators flexibility in managing network
devices.
❏ It allows you to search and monitor network devices, and
make settings for network devices.
❏ It offers a Group Management function that helps you
manage devices as a group.
Note:
❏ Before installing and using EpsonNet WebManager, be sure to read
the Readme.txt file. This file contains the latest information on
EpsonNet WebManager.
❏ The term “device” refers to a printer, interface card, or network
adapter.
System requirements
Note:
❏ Before using EpsonNet WebManager, the computer and other
devices must be properly connected to the network.
❏ Since EpsonNet WebManager runs on a Web browser, you must
install TCP/IP and a Web browser first. See the Readme.txt file for
supported browsers.
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EpsonNet WebManager server operating systems
EpsonNet WebManager server is a computer with EpsonNet
WebManager installed.
Operating system
Windows Server 2003
Windows 2000 Server/Advanced Server (with
Service Pack 3 or higher)
Windows NT 4.0 Server/Terminal Server Edition
Operating system for
operational check only
Windows XP Home Edition/Professional
Windows 2000 Professional (with Service Pack 3
or higher)
Windows NT 4.0 Workstation (with Service Pack
6 or higher)
System
Pentium 300 MHz or better recommended
Memory
256 MB
Hard disk space
100 MB
EpsonNet WebManager client operating systems
You can access the EpsonNet WebManager server from the
following operating systems through a browser.
❏ Windows XP/Me/98/2000/Server 2003/NT 4.0
❏ Macintosh
❏ UNIX (see the Readme.txt file for supported UNIX systems)
❏ Monitor: 1024 × 768 or higher resolution VGA monitor
with support for 65535 or more display colors
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EpsonNet WebManager functions
EpsonNet WebManager provides you with the following
functions:
❏ Device list function
Searches for devices on the network and displays a device list
with current status.
❏ Device details function
You can make or change the printer settings through
EpsonNet WebManager. The setting items in the Device
details function will differ depending on the device.
❏ Network settings function
You can make or change the network interface settings
through EpsonNet WebManager.
❏ Group management function
Groups can help you manage network devices more
effectively.
Note:
❏ Some functions of EpsonNet WebManager may not be available
depending on the combination of network devices. See the
Introduction of the EpsonNet WebManager Reference Guide for
detailed information.
❏ When using EpsonNet WebManager with Internet Explorer in
Mac OS, the Printer Layout window, Error Notification window,
and Device Details window may not be available.
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EpsonNet WebManager operating structure
EpsonNet WebManager must be installed in the computer that
functions as the network server. You can select the either of the
two methods described below to use EpsonNet WebManager.
EpsonNet WebManager and a Web browser running on the
same PC
No special server is required. Just install EpsonNet WebManager
and a Web browser on the same computer that functions as a
server. All administration is possible from the network
administrator’s Windows XP/2000/Server 2003/NT 4.0
computer.
a. EpsonNet WebManager server
b. Epson device with built-in network interface
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EpsonNet WebManager and a Web browser running on
different PCs
Install EpsonNet WebManager in the server, and install a Web
browser in the client computers. Run the Web browser on a client
computer to access EpsonNet WebManager on the server.
Multi-platform network administration is possible from
Windows, Macintosh, and UNIX platforms through the browser.
a. EpsonNet WebManager server
b. Epson device with built-in network interface
c. Client computer running Windows
d. Client computer running Macintosh
e. Client computer running UNIX
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Installing EpsonNet WebManager
Follow the steps below to install EpsonNet WebManager.
1. Insert the Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2. The Software Installation screen opens automatically.
If the Software Installation screen does not appear,
double-click EPSetup.exe on the CD-ROM.
3. Make sure that all applications are closed, and then click the
Next button.
4. Read the license agreement, and then click the Agree button.
If necessary, select the model of your printer.
5. Select Install Network Utility.
6. Click the icon located next to EpsonNet WebManager.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Note:
You do not need to install EpsonNet WebManager in the client
computer. Just announce the IP address or host name of the server to
any clients who use EpsonNet WebManager from a client computer.
Starting EpsonNet WebManager
Be sure that TCP/IP is installed, and the IP address or host name
is set for the computer. (Register the host name in the hosts file in
the Windows directory.)
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From the server
To start EpsonNet WebManager, click Start, point to All
Programs (for Windows XP/Server 2003 users) or Programs (for
Windows 2000/NT 4.0 users), and then select EpsonNet
WebManager. Click EpsonNet WebManager.
Note for Windows XP Service Pack 2 users:
If EpsonNet WebManager is installed on the computer running
Windows XP Service Pack 2, make the following settings; otherwise the
client computers cannot access EpsonNet WebManager.
1. Click Start, point to Control Panel, and then select Security
Center. Click Windows Firewall.
2. Click the Exceptions tab, and then click the Add Port button.
3. Enter the name of the port in the Name text box, and 8090 in
the Port number text box, and then select the TCP radio
button.
Note:
If necessary, click the Change scope button, and then specify
the IP addresses of the client computers for which the port is
unblocked.
4. Click OK.
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From the client
Run the Web browser and then type the IP address (or the host
name) of the server and default port number.
❏ Format:
http://IP address or host name of server:8090/wm
❏ Example:
http://192.168.100.201:8090/wm
Opening the Online Guide
After starting EpsonNet WebManager, be sure to read the
EpsonNet WebManager’s online reference guide. It provides
important information and instructions on using EpsonNet
WebManager.
You can access the online guide by using any of the following
methods:
❏ Run EpsonNet WebManager. From the Help menu, select
Online Guide.
❏ Click the question mark button on the current screen so that
a help screen appears describing the functions on that page.
❏ Click Start, point to All Programs (for Windows XP/Server
2003 users) or Programs (for Windows 2000/NT 4.0 users),
and then select EpsonNet WebManager. Click Online
Guide.
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EpsonNet SetupManager
Chapter2
About EpsonNet SetupManager
EpsonNet SetupManager is a utility that provides a simple device
installation and configuration tool for network administrators,
and an easy network device installation process for clients.
EpsonNet SetupManager installs the printer driver for devices
newly connected to the network, and helps network
administrators and clients efficiently install and configure new
network devices on Windows operating systems running
TCP/IP.
EpsonNet SetupManager provides the following functions.
❏ Installs the printer driver easily.
❏ Installs the port monitor (EpsonNet Print) automatically.
❏ Creates a printer port.
❏ Creates a shortcut (an icon that executes the script file on the
server) or a package (which contains all files needed for the
installation) for automatic printer driver installation.
❏ Outputs the result of the printer driver installation using the
script file.
❏ Edits more than one script file at a time.
❏ Registers unconnected devices in a script file.
❏ Installs utilities such as EPSON Status Monitor and EPSON
Scan that support automatic installation.
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System requirements
The following table lists the system requirements of EpsonNet
SetupManager.
Operating system
Windows XP Home Edition/Professional
Windows Me
Windows 2000 Professional (with Service Pack 4 or
higher)
Windows 98 Second Edition
Windows 95 OSR2 (with Internet Explorer version 5.0
or higher)
Windows Server 2003
Windows 2000 Advanced Server
Windows NT Workstation 4.0 (with Service Pack 6 or
higher)
Protocol
TCP/IP
Display
800 × 600 pixels, HighColor (16 bits)
Note:
❏ If you are using Windows 95, you cannot create a script file. You
can only run a script file.
❏ If you are using Windows 2000 Advanced Server or Windows
Server 2003, you can create a script file, but you cannot run it.
❏ The user must have administrator privileges to execute the program
when the operating system is Windows XP (Home/Professional),
Windows Server 2003, Windows 2000 (Professional/Advanced
Server), or Windows NT 4.0.
❏ Read the Readme.txt file for information on the supported printers and
network interfaces. This file comes with EpsonNet SetupManager.
❏ You cannot use EpsonNet SetupManager if more than one network
adapter are installed on the computer and connected to different
network segments.
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Print service
Operating systems
Port monitor services
Windows XP/2000
EpsonNet Print or Standard TCP/IP Port
Windows Me
EpsonNet Print or
Add-Ons IPP Port Monitor
Windows 98 Second Edition
Windows 95
EpsonNet Print
Windows NT 4.0
EpsonNet Print or LPR
Note:
❏ If you are using Windows Me/98/95 and EpsonNet Print is not
installed, EpsonNet Print is automatically installed. To use
EpsonNet Print on Windows 95, Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0
must be installed on the computer.
❏ If you are using Windows NT 4.0 as well as LPR printing, we
recommend that you install the LPR print service on the computer.
If the LPR print service is not installed, EpsonNet Print is
automatically installed.
❏ If you are using Windows Me, IPP Port Monitor is included in the
Add-Ons folder on the Windows Me CD-ROM.
When using EPSON Status Monitor
For some of the devices, EPSON Status Monitor is automatically
installed when you install the printer driver using EpsonNet
SetupManager. See the Readme.txt file for names of devices
where EPSON Status Monitor is installed automatically. If
EPSON Status Monitor is not installed automatically, install it
manually. See the guide shipped with your device.
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Installing EpsonNet SetupManager
Follow the steps below to install EpsonNet SetupManager on
your computer.
1. Insert the Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2. The Software Installation screen opens automatically.
If the Software Installation screen does not appear,
double-click EPSetup.exe on the CD-ROM.
3. Make sure that all applications are closed, and then click the
Next button.
4. Read the license agreement, and then click the Agree button.
If necessary, select the model of your printer.
5. Select Install Network Utility.
6. Click the icon located next to EpsonNet SetupManager.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Note:
If the Windows Security Alert dialog box appears after you start
EpsonNet SetupManager, click the Unblock button.
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Accessing the User’s Guide for EpsonNet
SetupManager
The EpsonNet SetupManager User’s Guide contains detailed
information on EpsonNet SetupManager. Follow the steps below
to access the EpsonNet SetupManager User’s Guide.
Click Start, point to All Programs (for Windows XP/Server 2003
users) or Programs (for Windows Me/98/2000/NT 4.0 users),
and then select EpsonNet. Click EpsonNet SetupManager, and
then select User’s Guide to open it.
The EpsonNet SetupManager User’s Guide appears. You can get
information on using EpsonNet SetupManager.
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Chapter 3
Tips for Administrator
Settings for NetWare Users
Introduction to NetWare Settings
This chapter explains how to configure the network interface for
NetWare. First, you need to set up the device in a NetWare
environment, and then configure the network interface using
EpsonNet Config.
Supported systems
❏ Server environment
NetWare 4.1/4.11/4.2 (NDS, Bindery emulation)
IntranetWare (NDS, Bindery emulation)
NetWare 5.0/5.1 (NDS, NDPS)
NetWare 6.0 (NDS, NDPS)
❏ Client environment
The client environment must be supported by NetWare.
The clients are able to use the printer driver mounted on the
network interface.
The following Novell Client is supported.
❏ For Windows 98/95:
Novell Client 3.3 or later for Windows 98/95
❏ For Windows 2000/NT 4.0:
Novell Client 4.8 or later for Windows 2000/NT 4.0
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❏ For Windows XP:
Novell Client 4.9 or later for Windows XP
About modes
You can choose either the Print Server, Remote Printer, or Standby
mode. We recommend that you use the Print Server mode unless
the number of users exceeds the limit.
Features of these modes are described below.
Print Server mode (NDS/Bindery Print Server):
❏ High-speed printing with direct printing
❏ Uses the NetWare user account
❏ Can connect up to 8 file servers simultaneously
❏ Can register up to 32 print queues
Remote Printer mode:
❏ A NetWare user account is not required.
❏ A network interface is needed to control the remote
printer.
❏ Can attach up to 255 printers.
Note:
When you turn on the device, the user account is temporarily
accessed in the Remote Printer mode. If there is no user account
available, turn on the device before connecting the client to the
network.
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Standby mode (factory default mode):
The Standby mode is the default mode. This mode disables
all NetWare related functions. Use the Standby mode when
you are not using the network interface in a NetWare
environment.
Instructions for using NetWare
Printing a text file
When you print a text file using the NPRINT command of
NetWare or DOS, redirection, misconversion or a gap in
characters may occur depending on the client environment.
IPX routing protocol “NLSP”
It is possible to set the IPX routing protocol “NLSP” from
NetWare 4.x or later; however, the network interface does not
support NLSP. RIP/SAP controls the communication.
You can select the routing protocol from a) NLSP with
RIP/SAP Compatibility, or b) RIP/SAP Only. If you remove
the bind of RIP or SAP when NLSP with RIP/SAP
Compatibility is specified, the network interface then cannot
communicate with the file server and NDS. (See “Protocols”
and “Bindings” in NetWare’s INETCFG utility.)
Bindery and NDS
❏ You can check the bindery context path from the server
console by using the SET BINDERY CONTEXT command.
❏ If the bindery context path has not been set, or if you want to
use the printing environment of another context from a
non-NDS client, you need to specify the context for the
bindery context. Use the SET BINDERY CONTEXT command
to set the context in the AUTOEXEC.NCF file.
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❏ You cannot use the bindery print server mode with EpsonNet
Config if you are running Novell Client for Windows 95/98
version 3.00 or Novell Client for Windows NT version 4.50.
To configure the network interface for bindery mode, use
Novell IntranetWare Client or EpsonNet Config with Web
Browser.
See your NetWare documentation for more information.
Time required to recognize the network interface
It takes up to two minutes for the NetWare server to recognize
the network interface, after the device is turned on. During
this start-up time, the status sheet does not show the correct
information.
Frame type
The same frame type should be used for the NetWare server
and IPX router on the same network. If more than one frame
type is used on the same network, bind all the frame types to
the NetWare servers and IPX routers.
For NetWare 5.x
The IPX protocol must be installed (bound) on the
NetWare 5.x server.
About modes
If the mode you have logged in is different from the mode you
set for the network interface, a message appears when you try
to configure the network interface for NetWare. If you do not
want to change the current settings, click Cancel and log in
again using the same mode set for the network interface.
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Using Bindery Print Server (NetWare 4.x)
This section contains instructions on using the network interface
in the Print Server mode on NetWare 4.x/IntranetWare with
Bindery emulation.
1. Turn on the device.
2. From any NetWare client, log in to the target NetWare server
with supervisor privileges. You must log in with the bindery
connection.
3. Configure the network interface using EpsonNet Config. See
the EpsonNet Config User’s Guide for details.
If NetWare objects are already created, you can also use
EpsonNet Config with Web Browser. See “NetWare” on page
108 for details.
Using NDS Print Server (NetWare 4.x/5.x/6.0)
This section contains instructions for using the network interface
in the Print Server mode on NetWare 4.x, IntranetWare, NetWare
5.x, or NetWare 6.0 with NDS mode.
1. Turn on the device.
2. From any NetWare client, log in to the target context of the
NDS tree as an ADMIN.
3. Configure the network interface using EpsonNet Config. See
the EpsonNet Config User’s Guide for details.
If NetWare objects are already created, you can also use
EpsonNet Config with Web Browser. See “NetWare” on page
108 for details.
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Using Bindery Remote Printer Mode (NetWare
4.x)
Follow the steps below to make the printer environment on
NetWare 4.x and IntranetWare with Bindery emulation.
Note:
❏ Assign Trusteeships for users if necessary.
❏ Be sure to use PCONSOLE to set the print queue and print server
instead of using NWAdmin.
Creating objects
1. From any NetWare client, log in to the server as an ADMIN.
Make sure to log in with Bindery connection.
Note:
If the client using for this setting has been logged in with NDS mode,
press F4 key while PCONSOLE is starting to switch to the bindery
mode.
2. Run PCONSOLE. From the Available Options screen, select
Print Queues and press Enter. Press Insert and type the print
queue name. Press Enter.
Note:
Since your clients need the print queue name you set here when they
use the printer, announce the print queue name to your clients.
3. From the Print Queue list, select the print queue name that
you just entered and press Enter. From the Print Queue
Information list, select Queue Users and press Enter. Next,
select EVERYONE from the list. If EVERYONE is not in the list,
press Insert and select EVERYONE from the queue user list.
4. From the Available Options screen, select Print Servers and
press Enter. Press Insert and type the print server name. Press
Enter.
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5. Press Esc to exit PCONSOLE, and log out from the server.
6. Log in to the server as an ADMIN. Be sure to log in with NDS
connection.
7. Start NWAdmin.
8. To create the Printer Object, click the container specified as
the Bindery context and select Create from the Object menu,
then Printer. Type the printer name and click Create.
9. To assign the print queue, double-click the Printer object icon
(created in step 8). The Printer dialog box appears.
10. Click Assignments and then click Add. From the print queue
list, select the queue (created in step 2) and click OK.
11. Click Configuration in the Printer dialog box, and select
Parallel from the Printer type pull-down menu.
12. Click Communication. The Parallel Communication dialog
box appears.
13. Select LPT1 for Port; check Polled for Interrupts; and check
Manual load (Remote from Print Server) for Connection
type, then click OK.
14. Click OK in the Printer dialog box.
15. To assign the printer, double-click the Print Server object icon
(created in step 4). The Print Server dialog box appears.
16. Click Assignments and then click Add. From the printer
object list, select the printer object (created in step 8) and click
OK.
17. In the Print Server dialog box, select the assigned printer from
the printer object list, and click the Printer Number button to
set the printer number from 0 to 15, then click OK.
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18. To confirm the objects you have assigned, double-click the
Print Server object icon. Click Print Layout, and check that the
print server, printer, and print queue are connected.
Configuring for NetWare using EpsonNet Config
1. Turn on the device.
2. Load the print server from the file server’s system console
which the print queue volume is set.
>LOAD PSERVER print server name you set using
PCONSOLE
3. Configure the network interface using EpsonNet Config. See
the EpsonNet Config User’s Guide for details.
If NetWare objects are already created, you can also use
EpsonNet Config with Web Browser. See “NetWare” on page
108 for details.
Using NDS Remote Printer Mode (NetWare
4.x/5.x/6.0)
Follow the steps below to make the printer environment using
NWAdmin under NetWare 4.x, IntranetWare, NetWare 5.x, or
NetWare 6.0 with NDS mode.
Creating objects
1. From any NetWare client, log in to the target context of the
NDS tree as an ADMIN.
2. Run the Administrator tool (NWAdmin).
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3. Create a printer:
Click the directory context icon, and select Create from the
Object menu, then Printer. Type the Printer name and click
Create.
4. Create a print server:
Click the directory context icon, and select Create from the
Object menu, then Print Server. Type the Print Server name
and click Create.
5. Create a print queue:
Click the directory context icon, and select Create from the
Object menu, then Print Queue. Type the Print Queue name
and select the Print Queue Volume, then click Create.
Double-click the print queue object, and register the user.
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Note:
Since your clients need the print queue name you set here when they
use the printer, announce the print queue name to your clients.
6. Double-click the Printer Object icon in the NetWare
Administrator screen.
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7. In the Printer dialog box appears, click Assignments and then
click Add.
8. From the print queue list, select the queue you created in
step 5 and click OK.
9. Click Configuration, and select Other/Unknown for the
Printer type list box and click OK.
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10. Double-click the Print Server Object icon in the NetWare
Administrator screen.
11. In the Print Server dialog box that appears, click Assignments
and then click Add.
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12. From the printer object list, select the printer object you want
to assign and click OK.
13. Go back to the screen in step 11, and click the Printer Number
button to set the printer number from 0 to 254.
14. To confirm the objects you have assigned, double-click the
Print Server object icon. Click Print Layout, and check that the
print server, printer, and print queue are connected.
Configuring for NetWare using EpsonNet Config
1. Turn on the device.
2. Load the print server from the file server’s system console
which the print queue volume is set.
>LOAD PSERVER print server name you set using
NWAdmin
3. Configure the network interface using EpsonNet Config. See
the EpsonNet Config User’s Guide for details.
If you use the NetWare objects that are already created, you
can use EpsonNet Config with Web Browser too. See
“NetWare” on page 108 for details.
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Using the NDPS Gateway
This section contains instructions on printing using Novell
Distributed Print Services® (NDPS®) with Novell®
NetWare® 5.x/6.0. Novell Distributed Print Services (NDPS) is
the new generation print services of NetWare.
Note:
❏ Banners cannot be printed with NDPS.
❏ The Status Monitor 3 utility cannot be used with NDPS.
❏ Bind the IP or both IP or IPX protocols on the NetWare server that
runs NDPSM.NLM and EPSONGW.NLM.
Check the following points before starting.
❏ Install the appropriate client software, such as Novell Client
3.3 or later for Windows 95/98, Novell Client 4.8 or later for
Windows 2000/NT 4.0, or Novell Client 4.9 or later for
Windows XP on client workstations. Make sure they install
NDPS.
❏ When you use the network interface with Bindery (either in
the Print Server mode or the Remote Printer mode), you need
PCONSOLE.EXE to create bindery objects such as Print
Server and Print Queue objects. Since PCONSOLE.EXE does
not come with NetWare 5.x/6.0, you need to get the file from
Novell.
Outline of settings
The followings are basic steps to use the network interface with
the NDPS printing system. Detailed procedures are described in
the subsequent sections.
1. Select the Connection Type and make the printer
environment on the Server and Clients.
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2. Create an NDPS Manager object in NetWare Administrator.
3. Create a Printer Agent in NetWare Administrator.
4. Configure the network interface using EpsonNet Config.
5. Set the printer on the client workstations.
The environment to use, the settings you make, and the tools to
use differ depending on the printer type and connection type you
choose. You can create an NDPS Manager and Printer Agent in
NetWare Administrator or partially via the Server Console. See
the Novell online documentation for more details.
Making printer environment
1. Select the Connection Type from the following: Remote
(rprinter on IPX), Remote (LPR on IP), or Forward jobs to a
Queue (via the current legacy queue-based print services).
2. Install (bind) the following protocols on the server depending
on the connection type you use.
❏ For Remote (rprinter on IPX) connection, install IPX
❏ For Remote (LPR on IP) connection, install TCP/IP
❏ For Forward jobs to a Queue connection, install IPX
3. Install the appropriate Client Software on client workstations.
Make sure they install NDPS.
4. Install printer drivers on client workstations. See the printer
manual for the installation.
Note:
❏ Do not install the printer drivers via the NetWare server.
❏ Do not add printers and do not install printer drivers using
Novell Print Manager (NWPMW32.EXE).
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Creating an NDPS Manager
1. Run NetWare Administrator (NWADMN32.EXE) on the
client machine. The main browser window appears.
2. To create an NDPS Manager, click the Directory context icon,
and then select Create from the Object menu.
3. Select NDPS Manager from the list.
4. Enter the NDPS Manager name in the NDPS Manager Name
field.
5. Browse the Resident Server and select where you want the
NDPS Manager assigned.
6. Browse the Database Volume and select where you want the
NDPS Manager database assigned.
7. Click Create. The NDPS Manager icon appears in the main
browser window.
8. Type LOAD NDPSM at the server console, and then select the
NDPS Manager you have created.
Creating a Printer Agent
After creating an NDPS Manager, you can create Printer Agents,
either public access printers or controlled access printers. The way
to create a Printer Agent differs depending on the printer type
you choose. The following are the features of public access
printers and controlled access printers.
❏ Public Access Printers:
NDPS printers that are available to all network users and not
associated with an NDS object. Users can select and print to
any public access printer they can view from their
workstations. However, these printers do not take full
advantage of services such as security and job event
notification.
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❏ Controlled Access Printers:
NDPS printers that are added to the NDS tree by NetWare
Administrator. They are only available to the workstation
user through the NDS object list. These printers can take full
advantage of the security and management features provided
by NDS.
1. Select the printer type either public access printer or
controlled access printer.
2. Create a public access printer. If you want to create a
controlled access printer, go to step 3.
In NetWare Administrator, double-click the NDPS Manager
you have created. Click Printer Agent List, then click New.
Enter the Printer Agent name, and select Novell Printer
Gateway for the Gateway Type. Click OK. Go step 4.
3. Create a controlled access printer.
In NetWare Administrator, select the Directory context icon.
Select Create from the Object menu, then select NDPS
Printer. Enter the Printer Agent name, select Create a new
Printer Agent, then click Create. Select the NDPS Manager
you have created, and select Novell Printer Gateway for the
Gateway Type. Click OK.
4. Select None for the Printer Type, and Novell Port Handler
for the Port Handler Type, then click OK.
5. Select the Connection type, and configure it as follows.
❏ For Remote (rpinter on IPX) connection
Print a status sheet of the network interface and configure
the corresponding items.
Port Type: Select LPT1.
SAP Name: Enter the Primary Print Server Name.
Printer Number: Enter the Printer Port Number.
Network: Enter the Network Address.
Node: Enter the MAC Address.
Interrupt: Select None.
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❏ For Remote (LPR on IP) connection
IP Address: Enter the IP address of the network interface.
You can confirm the IP address on a status sheet.
❏ For Forward jobs to Queue connection
Queue Name: Enter the queue name that the network
interface uses in legacy queue-based print services (either
in Print Server mode or Remote Printer mode).
Queue User Name: Type a user name who has rights for
the above queue.
Password: Enter the password that the Queue User uses
to login to the server.
6. Select None for the Printer Driver.
7. Confirm the Printer Agent that you have just created.
In NetWare Administrator, double-click the NDPS Manager
object and click the Printer Agent List button. Check that the
status of the Printer Agent you have just created is “Idle.”
Note:
If you have selected Remote (rprinter on IPX), configure the network
interface using EpsonNet Config, as described in the next section,
and then print a status sheet.
Go to the next section if you select Remote (rpinter on IPX).
Go to “Setting the printer on client workstations” on page 182 if
you select Remote (LPR on IP) or Forward jobs to Queue.
Configuring for NetWare using EpsonNet Config
Follow the steps below if you want to use the printer in IPX
network.
Note:
Be sure that the one of the following clients is installed on your computer:
Novell Client 32, Novell IntranetWare Client, or Novell Client.
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1. Turn on the device.
2. From any NetWare client, log in to the target NetWare server
as an ADMIN.
3. Run EpsonNet Config from the Start menu. See “Accessing
the EpsonNet Config for Windows User’s Guide” on page 94
for details.
If the IP address of the printer is already assigned, you can
use EpsonNet Config with Web Browser too. See “NetWare”
on page 108 for details.
Setting the printer on client workstations
After configuring the network interface, set up the printer on
client workstations.
Installing printers automatically
1. Run the Novell Printer Manager from Windows. If you are
running Windows, run:
\PUBLIC\WIN32\NWPMW32.EXE
2. In the Novell Printer Manager dialog, select New from the
Printer menu.
3. Click Add. A list of available printers appears.
4. Select the printer you want and click Install.
The Novell Printers---Install dialog appears. You may modify
the printer name that appears and select a pre-defined
configuration.
5. Click OK. The printer driver for that printer model is installed
automatically from the Resource Management Service.
6. Click Close. The printer appears in the main Printer Manager
window and is available for print jobs.
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Installing printers manually
1. Install the printer driver.
2. Change the Ports on the printer’s properties dialog box.
Specify the following objects for the port.
❏ For Public Access Printers:
The Printer Agent you have created in “NDPS Public
Access Printers” under Entire Network.
❏ For Controlled Access Printers:
The Printer Agent you have created in the NDS tree.
See the Novell online documentation for details.
Instructions for using a Dial-Up Network
This section explains about using a dial-up network.
Note:
The primary server described in this manual indicates a primary time
server which offers time to the workstations on the network.
Using a dial-up network in each mode
Print Server mode
You must use a dedicated dial-up line.
Since polling is performed on the file server in the print server
mode, no vicarious response by the router is possible. Therefore,
no dial-up connection is possible in this case.
Remote Printer mode
In Remote Printer mode, use of a router with a vicarious response
function allows the primary server to be installed at the dial-up
destination. However, an extra account might be generated when
the primary server is down. To avoid that, it is recommend to use
connections via a dedicated dial-up line.
Follow the instructions for using a dial-up line.
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When there is a primary server at the dial-up destination
For local networks with file servers:
File
server
Dial-up
router
Primary file server
(primary print server)
Dial-up
router
Printer
Remote network
Local network
❏ When the power is turned on
A dial-up is generated because access is made to a local file
server first and then to a primary server. There is no problem
since this dial-up only occurs at startup.
❏ When the network interface is not correctly set
A dial-up is generated because access is made to a local file
server first and then to a primary server. This dial-up is
repeated at intervals of approximately 5 minutes. Make the
network interface settings correctly to avoid this problem.
❏ During normal operation (standby)
An SPX Watchdog packet is sent according to the NetWare
protocol convention. Use a router with a vicarious response
function to avoid a dial-up.
❏ During normal operation (printing)
A dial-up is generated while the printing data is being
transferred. This is not a problem because it is a dial-up
specific to the dial-up network.
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❏ When the primary server is down during operation
A dial-up is generated because a connection to the primary
server is attempted periodically. Since this is attributable to
the automatic re-connection function, turn off the printer
once.
❏ When the file server on the local network is down
When there is no file server on the local network, NetWare
cannot be used on the local network. In this case, the NetWare
protocol for the network interface is also not available. No
dial-up is generated under this condition. When the file server
on the local network is restored, the network interface is also
automatically restored.
For local networks with no file server:
Printer
Dial-up
router
Local network
Primary file server
(primary print server)
Dial-up
router
Remote network
Depending on the router settings, the NetWare protocol can be
used without a file server on a local network. This setup follows
the same pattern as that described above.
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When there is a primary server in the local network
Even if a primary server is installed on the local network, an
unnecessary dial-up may be generated depending on the
configuration.
The following problems are common to both Print Server mode
and Remote Printer mode.
Primary file server
(primary print server)
Printer
File server
(print server)
Dial-up
router
Dial-up
router
Local network
Remote network
❏ When the power is turned on
Since access is made only to the primary server, no dial-up is
generated.
❏ When the network interface is not correctly set
Since access is made only to the primary server, no dial-up is
generated. However, if the file server/print server of the
remote network is erroneously set as the primary server, an
unnecessary dial-up might be generated. Correct the settings
to avoid this problem.
❏ During normal operation (standby/printing)
Since access is made only to the primary server, no dial-up is
generated.
❏ When the primary server is down during operation
Connection to the primary server is periodically attempted, but
no dial-up is generated. However, if the router is set to pass SAP
packets (Find Nearest Server), an unnecessary dial-up might be
generated. To avoid this, turn off the printer once, or do not
allow the router to pass SAP packets (Find Nearest Server).
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Settings for UNIX Users
Chapter3
Introduction to UNIX settings
This chapter explains how to set up the device for different UNIX
systems using the lpr command.
Your device is able to function as a remote printer on systems
using TCP/IP Ethernet transfer with lpr remote printing protocol,
or standard ftp (file transfer protocol).
Note:
Because this device does not convert data into the printer control
language, a printer driver and filter are necessary for each system.
lpr filters
Filters for lpr are controlled by the name given to the remote
printer. When setting up an lpr printer entry, a name is entered
for:
❏ the local printer name to be redirected
❏ the host name of the station to which the print is sent
❏ the remote printer name (name of the printer port on the
remote station)
Many different remote printer names may be set up, all directed
to the same Ethernet remote host, and each is given a different
local printer name to be redirected. Different types of print jobs
may be sent to different printer names, which will then all print
out on the same printer, through the same Ethernet interface, but
using different filters.
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The remote printer name options used to invoke the different
filters are as follows:
lpb
Binary files (no filters)
lpa
ASCII files (carriage returns at line ends)
lpbf
Binary file with form feed at file end
lpaf
ASCII file with form feed at file end
All other remote printer name options will be treated the same as
lpb.
The following is an example of sending a text file, “txtfile”, via lpr
with a form feed appended:
% lpr -plpaf txtfile
Setting up different UNIX systems using the lpr
command
The following UNIX systems can print using the standard lpr
command.
SunSoft Solaris 2.4 or later
SunOS 4.1.4 or later
IBM AIX 3.2.5 or later and 4.1.3 or later
HP-UX 9.05 or later
SCO UNIX 4.2 or later
Setting up for SunSoft Solaris 2.4 or later
In the following steps, substitute the name that your device will
be known by for HOSTNAME, and the name by which you want
your device to be known for Rprinter.
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1. Add the IP address and printer host name to the \etc\hosts
file.
For example:
22.33.44.55 HOSTNAME
2. Define the host name as a print server.
For example:
lpsystem -t bsd HOSTNAME
3. Create the printer.
For example:
lpadmin -p Rprinter -s HOSTNAME\aux-T unknown-1
any
4. Enable the device for use.
For example:
accept Rprinter
enable Rprinter
5. To print, use the lp command.
For example:
lp -d RPrinter Print-File-Name
Setting up for SunOS 4.1.4 or later
In the following steps, substitute the name that the device will be
known by for HOSTNAME, and the name by which you want the
device to be known for Rprinter.
1. Add the IP address and printer host name to the \etc\hosts
file.
For example:
22.33.44.55 HOSTNAME
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2. Create a spool directory.
For example:
mkdir\var\spool\lpd\PRIFx
3. Add the printer entry to the \etc\printcap file.
For example:
Rprinter |
ALCXXXX:lp=:rm=HOSTNAME:rp=aux:sd=/var/spool/lpd
/PRIFx
4. To print, use the lpr command.
For example:
lpt -s -PRPrinter Print-File-Name
c
Caution:
Files that exceed 1 MB may not be printed unless the -s option is
used.
Setting up for IBM AIX 3.2.5 or later and 4.1.3 or later
In the following steps, substitute the name that the device will be
known by for HOSTNAME, and the name by which you want the
device to be known for Rprinter.
1. Add the IP address and printer host name to the /etc/hosts
file.
For example:
22.33.44.55 HOSTNAME
2. Run smit.
For example:
smit printer
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3. Set the printer name (for example: Rprinter) in:
"Manage Remote Printer"
"Client Services"
"Remote Printer Queues"
"NAME of queue to add".
Set the host name (for example: HOSTNAME) in:
"DESTINATION HOST for remote jobs".
Set the port name (for example: aux) in:
"Name of QUEUE on remote printer".
4. To print, use the lpr command.
For example:
lpr -PRPrinter Print-File-Name
Setting up for HP-UX 9.05 or later
In the following steps, substitute the name that the device will be
known by for HOSTNAME, and the name by which you want the
device to be known for Rprinter.
1. Add the IP address and host name to the /etc/hosts file.
For example:
22.33.44.55 HOSTNAME
2. Terminate the printer service.
For example:
lpshut
3. Create a printer.
For example:
lpadmin -pRPrinter -v/dev/null -mrmodel
-ormHOSTNAME -orpaux
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4. Restart the print service.
For example:
lpshed
5. Enable the printer for use.
For example:
accept Rprinter
enable Rprinter
6. To print, use the lp command.
For example:
lp -DRPrinter Print-File-Name
Setting up for SCO UNIX 4.2 or later (Open Server)
In the following steps, substitute the name that the device will be
known by for HOSTNAME, and the name by which you want the
device to be known for Rprinter.
1. Add the IP address and host name to the /etc/hosts file.
For example:
22.33.44.55 HOSTNAME
2. Execute rlpconf to register the printer.
For example:
rlpconf
3. Enter the name of the printer.
For example:
Please enter the printer name (q to quit):RPrinter
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4. Specify the remote printer as the printer type.
For example:
Is Rprinter a remote printer or a local printer (r/l)? r
5. Enter the name of the remote printer’s host.
For example:
Please enter the name of the remote host that
Rprinter
is attached to:
HOSTNAME
Printer RPrinter is connected to host HOSTNAME
6. Confirm that the entries are correct.
For example:
Is this correct?(y/n)y
7. Specify that the RLP extended function (valid when the print
server is SCO-UNIX) will not be used.
For example:
If HOSTNAME currently runs SCO OpenServer
Release 5 or above, it can support the extended
remote line printer protocol. Do you want to turn
on the "extended RLP protocol" support flag?
If you are not sure, answer "n"? (y/n)[n]n
8. Specify whether the created printer is to become the default
printer.
For example:
Would you like this to be the system default printer?
(y/n)y
9. To print, use the lpr command.
For example:
lpr -d RPrinter Print-File-Name
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Using the ftp command
ftp commands are common to all UNIX systems.
ftp programs use interfaces that are common for all unix systems.
The following is an example of printing using the ftp command
(the entry operations are highlighted).
ftp> open 22.33.44.55
Connected to 22.33.44.55
220 PR-Ifx(22.33.44.55) ftp server ready.
Name: XXXX
331 Password Required for (No Name).
Password: XXXX
230 User logged in.
200 Type set to I.
ftp> put binary file
200 PORT command successful.
150 Opening data connection for binary_file
226 Transfer complete
ftp> bye
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Chapter3
Tips
Instructions on using DHCP
When you assign an IP address to the network interface using the
DHCP function, you need to change the printer port setting every
time you turn on the device.
We recommend that you make one of the settings below on the
DHCP server or the router and then assign a valid IP address to
the network interface:
❏ Assign a valid IP address to the MAC address of the network
interface.
❏ Assign an IP address that is within the range of the
assignment of the DHCP server. Do not let the DHCP server
assign the IP address to any other devices.
If you cannot make the above settings on the DHCP server, make
one of the settings below:
❏ Assign an IP address that is not within the range of the
assignment of the DHCP server.
❏ Assign an IP address that is within the range of the
assignment of the DHCP server. In this case, you must turn
on the network interface first, and then turn on the DHCP
server.
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Setting an IP address using the arp/ping
command
If you are using UNIX or OS/2, you need to use the arp and ping
command to set the IP address of the network interface. You can
also use these commands with Windows, if you have correctly
installed TCP/IP networking on these systems.
Note:
❏ Make sure that the Set using PING function is enabled on the
TCP/IP menu in EpsonNet Config. If this function is disabled, you
cannot set the IP address using the arp/ping command.
❏ Make sure the network interface and the computer are in the same
segment.
Before you start, you need the following information:
❏ A valid IP address for the network interface. Ask your
network administrator for an IP address which does not cause
conflicts with any other device on the network. If you are the
network administrator, choose an address within your subnet
which does not conflict with any other device.
❏ The MAC (Ethernet hardware) address of the network
interface. You can find out the MAC address on a status sheet.
Checking the LAN
First, you need to check that the computer can reach to other
computer in the same segment, as follows:
1. Set the default gateway to the host on which you are setting
up the network interface.
If there is a server or a router which acts as a gateway, enter
the address of the server or the router. If there is no gateway,
enter the IP address of your computer as a gateway address.
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2. Assume that you want to reach to the computer having the IP
address “192.168.100.101”. Check that the computer is
reachable by “pinging” it from the command line:
ping 192.168.100.101
3. If the computer is reachable, you can see the following result
(the exact form of the message depends on your operating
system, and the time may vary):
64 bytes from 192:168:100:101:icmp_seq=0. Time=34.ms
4. If the computer is unreachable, you may see something like
this:
PING 192:168:100:101:56 data bytes
If you press Ctrl+C, you may see something like this:
192:168:100:101 PING Statistics
3 packets transmitted, 0 packets received,
100% packet loss
Again, the exact wording of the message you see may differ
from this, depending on your operating system. If you cannot
“ping” the computer, check the following:
❏ The address in the ping command is correct.
❏ The Ethernet connection to the computer has been made
correctly, and all hubs, routers, etc. are switched on.
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Setting and checking the new IP address
To set the new IP address of the network interface which you have
obtained from your network administrator, use the ping
command and arp command with the -s flag (create an ARP
entry).
Note:
In the following procedure, we assume that the MAC address of your
network interface is 00:00:48:93:00:00 (hexadecimal), and that the IP
address which you will be assigning is 192.168.100.201 (decimal).
Substitute your values for these addresses when you type in the
commands.
1. From the command line, type:
Example: arp -s 192.168.100.201 00-00-48-93-00-00
2. Execute the ping command to set the IP address by pinging it:
Example: ping 192.168.100.201
3. The network interface should now respond to the ping. If it
does not, you may have incorrectly typed the MAC address
or the IP address in the arp -s command. Double-check and
try again. If none of these actions are effective, re-initialize the
network interface and try again.
4. Print a status sheet to check whether the new IP address has
been assigned to the network interface.
Note:
When the IP address is set by the ping command, the subnet mask
is automatically changed by the class of the IP address. To change
the subnet mask and the default gateway according to your network
environment, use EpsonNet Config on Windows operating systems
or EpsonNet Config in Macintosh.
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Instructions on using a Dial-Up Router
This section describes instructions on using a dial-up router.
If DHCP is used to assign an IP address of the network interface
and the Dynamic DNS function is not supported, you need to
change the printer port setting every time you turn on the device.
Therefore, we recommend that you set a valid IP address for the
network interface by using the one of the following methods.
❏ Set the IP address for the network interface manually. Use
EpsonNet Config. See the EpsonNet Config User’s Guide for
details.
❏ Specify the network interface by using the bind of DHCP
function.
❏ Set the exclusive address of the DHCP function.
Note:
❏ Use NetBEUI printing if you do not want to go through these steps.
❏ See the manual of the Dial-Up router for more information on scope
range, bind, exclusive address of the DHCP function.
Function of Universal Plug and Play
When you connect your device to the network, the device is
automatically assigned with an IP address, and the printer’s icon
appears in the My Network Places folder. By double-clicking the
printer’s icon, you can access EpsonNet Config with Web Browser
for basic information about the device, such as manufacturer,
model name, location, and administrator’s name.
Right-click the printer’s icon in the My Network Places folder
and select Properties. You can check the brief information of the
network interface.
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To use this function, the Universal Plug and Play must be installed
on Windows Me or future operating systems. For information on
how to install Universal Plug and Play, see the Windows Me
online help.
Note:
Before using the Universal Plug and Play function, you must enable the
Universal Plug and Play function in EpsonNet Config. See the
EpsonNet Config User’s Guide or “Configuring the network interface
using EpsonNet Config with Web Browser” on page 99.
Uninstalling software
Follow the steps below to uninstall the network software.
Windows XP/Server 2003
1. Click Start, click Control Panel, and then click Add or
Remove Programs.
2. Select the utility you want to uninstall, and then click the
Change/Remove button.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete uninstallation.
Windows Me/98/95/2000/NT 4.0
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Control Panel.
2. Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon.
3. Select the utility you want to uninstall, and then click the
Add/Remove button (Windows Me/98/95/NT 4.0) or the
Change/Remove button (Windows 2000).
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete uninstallation.
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Macintosh
1. Double-click the EpsonNet Config Installer icon.
2. Click the Continue button.
3. In the License dialog box, read the License Agreement, and
then click the Accept button.
4. Select Uninstall from the pull-down menu.
5. Click the Uninstall button.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete uninstallation.
Note:
You can also uninstall the software by dragging the EpsonNet folder
to the Trash.
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Chapter 4
Problem Solver
General Problems
Cannot configure the network interface or cannot print from the
network.
Cause
What to do
The printer settings or
network settings may be
wrong.
First, check to see if you can print a status
sheet, as described in “Status sheet
button” on page 19. If you can print a
status sheet, check the network settings;
otherwise, set the interface mode of the
printer’s control panel to Auto or
Option.
Cannot print even if you have assigned the IP address to the
computer and the network interface.
Cause
What to do
You have assigned an IP
address to the computer
manually, but you assigned
the IP address to the network
interface by Automatic
Private IP Addressing
(APIPA).
Assign the IP address for the network
interface so that it belongs to the same
segment of the computer. Use EpsonNet
Config or the printer’s control panel.
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Unable to start EpsonNet Config.
Cause
What to do
You have added or deleted
protocols after installing
EpsonNet Config.
Uninstall EpsonNet Config and then
reinstall it. See “Uninstalling software”
on page 200 and “Installing EpsonNet
Config for Windows” on page 92.
The message “Could not install the printer driver.” appears
when you set up the network interface.
Cause
What to do
You have not installed the
printer driver.
Install the printer driver on your
computer before setting up the network
interface. See “About installing the
printer driver” on page 58 or the manual
shipped with your printer for
instructions on how to install the printer
driver.
The message “EpsonNet Config cannot be used because no
network is installed.” appears when you start EpsonNet Config.
Cause
What to do
Both TCP/IP and IPX/SPX
are not installed on the
computer.
Install the TCP/IP or IPX/SPX protocol.
TCP/IP is installed on the
computer, but its IP address
is not set correctly.
Set a correct IP address for the computer.
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The message “Could not complete communicating
configuration data” appears when you send settings to the
network interface.
Cause
What to do
This may happen when using Run Command Prompt from the
a dial-up router.
computer on which EpsonNet Config is
installed, and then enter the following
command:
Format: >ROUTE_ADD_the IP address
of the network interface_ the IP address
of the computer (the under bar
represents one space)
Example: >ROUTE ADD 192.168.192.168
22.33.44.55.
Unable to start EpsonNet Config with Web Browser.
Cause
What to do
You have not set the IP
address for the network
interface.
Set the IP address for the network
interface using EpsonNet Config for
Windows or Macintosh, the printer’s
control panel, or the arp/ping
commands. You can check the IP address
on a status sheet. See the EpsonNet
Config User’s Guide or “Setting an IP
address using the arp/ping command”
on page 196.
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Unable to set the IP address using the arp/ping commands.
Cause
What to do
The network interface is not
connected to the network.
Connect the network interface to the
network, and check the network
environment.
The device is located beyond The device and the computer must be in
the router.
the same segment.
The Model Name and IP Address do not appear in the EpsonNet
Config dialog box.
Cause
What to do
If the valid IP address is not Set a valid IP address.
set, the items indicated in the
Refresh the status by selecting Refresh
dialog box mentioned above
from the View menu.
may not appear.
Increase the length of time before a
timeout. To do this, select Options from
the Tool menu, and then select Timeout.
Note that doing so can cause EpsonNet
Config to run more slowly.
An extra account is generated when using the dial-up network.
Cause
What to do
NetWare is set to Enable
even though you are not
using NetWare.
Set NetWare to Disable on the NetWare
screen of EpsonNet Config with Web
Browser.
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The network interface does not appear in the EpsonNet Config
list view.
Cause
What to do
There are several possible
causes. Check the items
described on the right.
Make sure the printer is turned on.
How to acquire an IP address.
To acquire your IP address, you need to apply to the NIC (Network
Information Center) in your country.
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Problems Specific to Your Network
Environment
Windows Me/98/95 environment
A dial-up connection dialog box appears when printing with
TCP/IP via EpsonNet Print.
Cause
What to do
You have selected a phone
line or modem (for Internet
Explorer 4.0x) for the Internet
connection.
Printing ends normally after you cancel
this dialog box, but the message appears
every time you print. Connect to the
Internet using a local area network or
start a dial-up network manually.
A communication error message appears when you start
printing or when you open the printer’s properties.
Cause
What to do
When you print with
NetBEUI or IPP, EPSON
Status Monitor cannot be
used.
Open the printer’s properties and then
click the Optional Settings tab. Select
the Update the Printer Option
Information manually radio button,
click the Notice Settings button, and
clear the Monitor the printing status
check box.
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Windows XP/2000/NT environment
A dial-up connection dialog box appears when you are printing
with TCP/IP via EpsonNet Print.
Cause
What to do
You have selected a phone
line or modem (for Internet
Explorer 4.0x) for the Internet
connection.
Printing ends normally after you cancel
this dialog box, but the message appears
every time you print. Connect to the
Internet using a local area network or
start a dial-up network manually.
A communication error message appears when you start
printing or when you open the printer’s properties.
Cause
What to do
When you print with
NetBEUI or IPP, EPSON
Status Monitor cannot be
used.
Open the printer’s properties and then
click the Optional Settings tab. Select
the Update the Printer Option
Information manually radio button,
click the Notice Settings button, and
clear the Monitor the printing status
check box.
No clients except an administrator can print via Windows NT
Server 4.0.
Cause
What to do
CREATOR OWNER has been
deleted from the Printer
Permissions list, or
CREATOR OWNER is set to
Print or No Access.
Add CREATOR OWNER by clicking the
Add button in the Printer Permissions
dialog box, or set CREATOR OWNER to
Manage Documents (default setting).
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Macintosh environment
Devices do not appear in Chooser.
Cause
What to do
You may have selected a
wrong one for “Connect via”
in the AppleTalk Control
Panel.
Make sure to select Built-in Ethernet in
AppleTalk Control Panel, and make sure
AppleTalk is active in Chooser. Also,
check the network equipment including
the hub cable.
The Rendezvous printer setting is overwritten by the
AppleTalk printer setting when the same printer is set up with
AppleTalk after the printer is set up with Rendezvous.
Cause
What to do
Change the AppleTalk printer name so that it does not conflict with the
Rendezvous printer name.
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NetWare environment
Nothing prints even though clients have sent data to the device.
Cause
What to do
Clients may not be registered,
or the network interface may
not be logged in to the
NetWare server.
Make sure clients are registered as users
of the print queue and the print server.
Also, make sure the network interface is
logged in to the NetWare server.
EpsonNet Config will not start correctly.
Cause
What to do
Microsoft NetWare Directory If you are using the NDS service, install
Service is installed on your
the Novell NetWare Client service.
computer.
It takes a long time to start EpsonNet Config.
Cause
What to do
The Novell Client service is
installed.
Double-click Network in Control Panel,
and then double-click the network
adapter that does not use the
IPX/SPX-compatible protocol. Clear the
items related to IPX to unbind IPX.
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The devices on the IPX network do not appear in the EpsonNet
Config dialog box.
Cause
What to do
The device is turned off.
Turn on the device.
The device is not in the same To search for network interfaces in other
segments, use Search options of
segment as the computer
EpsonNet Config.
where you installed
EpsonNet Config.
You have not logged in to the From the computer on which EpsonNet
target NetWare server with
Config is installed, log in to the target
supervisor privileges.
NetWare server with supervisor
privileges.
Cannot monitor the printer using EPSON Status Monitor.
Cause
What to do
You set the NDS Print Server Re-configure the printer assigned as the
settings for the printer using print server using NetWare
Administrator.
EpsonNet Config for
Windows.
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Initializing the Network Interface
To initialize your network interface, turn on the device. Then,
while both the status light and the data light are off, hold down
the status sheet button of the network interface for twenty
seconds. The length of time necessary to hold down the status
sheet button varies depending on the device model. The green
light flashes and the green data light turns on, indicating the
network interface is being initialized.
After the initialization is complete, press the status sheet button
to print a status sheet. Check the information on the status sheet.
Note:
You can also initialize the network interface using EpsonNet Config by
clicking the Default Settings button.
Restrictions on EPSON Status Monitor
The operation of EPSON Status Monitor is different, depending
on whether the printer or all-in-one is connected to the network
interface for use in the wireless LAN environment or to the
computer directly, as described below.
For the laser printer
For Windows XP Service Pack 2 Users
If you share the laser printers on the computer running Windows
XP Service Pack 2 on the network, client computers with the
following conditions cannot monitor the printers using EPSON
Status Monitor:
❏ Client computers running Windows Me/98/95
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❏ Client computers located in another network segment
Solution
1. Click Start, point to Control Panel, and then select Security
Center. Click Windows Firewall.
2. Click the Exceptions tab, and then click the Add Program
button.
3. Click the Browse button.
4. Select the program located in the following folder, using the
Look in pull-down menu.
C:\Program Files\Common
Files\EPSON\EBAPI\EEBAgent.exe
Note:
Substitute the drive letter for your operating system.
5. Confirm that EEBAgent.exe is registered in the Programs
list, and then click OK.
6. Confirm that the check box for EEBAgent.exe is selected in
the Programs and Services list, and then click OK.
The Job Management function cannot be used (except in the
wired LAN connection)
In the Monitoring Preferences dialog box, the Job Management
setting does not appear. Therefore, the Job Information tab and
the Notification message when your print job is finished dialog
box do not appear.
Note:
The models available on the market after 2004 are excluded.
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Chapter 5
Specifications
Network Interface Specification
Network Interface:
RJ-45 connector
Button:
Status sheet button, ENSP button
Lights:
Status light, Data light
Dimensions:
Width: 100 mm (approx. 3.94 in.)
Depth: 115 mm (approx. 4.53 in.)
Height: 30 mm (approx. 1.18 in.)
Weight:
Approx. 0.5 kg (approx. 1.1 lb)
Electrical Specifications
Rated Voltage:
DC 5 V±5%
Rated Current:
300 mA
Current Consumption: Less than 300 mA
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Regulatory Approvals
EMC:
VCCI Class B
FCC part 15 subpart B Class B
CSA C108.8 Class B
CISPR Pub.22 Class B
CE Marking (EMC):
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
EN 55022 Class B
EN 55024
AS/NZS CISPR 22 Class B
Reliability
MTBF:
10,000 hours (power on, 100% duty)
MTTR:
N/A
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Environmental
Operating Temperature:
0 to 40° C (32 to 104° F)
Storage Temperature:
-40 to 70° C (-40 to 158° F)
Operating Humidity:
30 to 90% RH
Storage Humidity:
0 to 95% RH
Operating Vibration:
1 G (5 to 55 Hz)
Storage Vibration:
1.5 G (5 to 55 Hz)
Operating Shock:
1G
Storage Shock:
2G
FCC Compliance Statement for United States
Users
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
interference to radio and television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures.
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❏ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
❏ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
❏ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected
❏ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
WARNING
The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this
equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and
may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established
by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the user
to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this
device. If this equipment has more than one interface connector,
do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
For Canadian Users
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme
NMB-003 du Canada.
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DECLARATION of CONFORMITY
According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers
and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used
with Class B Personal Computers:
We:
EPSON AMERICA, INC.
Located at:
MS 3-13
3840 Kilroy Airport Way
Long Beach, CA 90806
Telephone: 562-290-5254
Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified
herein, complies with 47CFR Part 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a
Class B digital device. Each product marketed, is identical to the
representative unit tested and found to be compliant with the
standards. Records maintained continue to reflect the equipment
being produced can be expected to be within the variation
accepted, due to quantity production and testing on a statistical
basis as required by 47CFR §2.909 Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Trade Name:
EPSON
Type of Product:
Network Interface Card
Model:
EU-113
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Index
A
Administrator, 118
AppleTalk, 113
arp, 196, 198
Automatic Private IP Addressing
(APIPA), 101
B
Bindery, 109
Bindery emulation, 166, 168
C
Checking LAN, 196
Community, 114
Configuration, 20
Configuring network interface
for Macintosh, 51
for Windows, 46
Controlled Access Printers, 180, 183
D
Data light, 18
Default gateway, 101
DHCP, 20
Dial-up network, 183
DNS server address settings, 110
Dynamic DNS, 102
E
EpsonNet Config for Macintosh, 89
Accessing user’s guide, 96
Installation, 95
Overview, 95
System requirements, 95
EpsonNet Config for Windows, 89
Accessing user’s guide, 94
Installation, 92
Overview, 91
System requirements, 92
EpsonNet Config with Web Browser,
89
Configuring network interface, 99
Opening Screen, 104
Overview, 98
Password, 119
Supported web browser, 98
Web browser settings, 98
EpsonNet Internet Print, 90
Installation, 141
Overview, 140
Setting up device, 142
System requirements, 141
EpsonNet Print, 89
Installation, 121
Overview, 120
System requirements, 120
EpsonNet SetupManager, 90
Accessing user’s guide, 163
Installation, 162
Overview, 159
System requirements, 160
EpsonNet WebManager, 90
Functions, 153
Installation, 156
Online guide, 158
Operating structure, 154
Overview, 151
Start up, 156
System requirements, 151
Ethernet settings, 108
EtherTalk, 20
F
ftp, 20, 194
Index
219
H
High-Speed printing, 139
Host name and domain name settings,
111
I
Index frame, 105
Information frame, 107
Initializing the network interface, 212
Installing components, 27
Installing network interface, 43
Installing printer driver, 58
Internet printing, 142, 147
Internet Printing Protocol, 140
IntranetWare, 168
IP address, 99, 196, 206
IP address settings, 110
IPP, 114
IP trap, 115
IPX trap, 115
L
lpd, 20
LPR enhanced printing, 139
LPR filters, 187
LPR standard printing, 139
NetWare, 108
4.x, 168, 169, 171
5.x, 168, 171, 177
6.0, 168, 171, 177
Network interface
Features, 16
Operating environment, 12
Overview, 7
Package contents, 11
Software, 89
Supported device, 15
Network Screens, 108
O
Optional Screens, 118
P
PCONSOLE, 177
Ping, 197
Printing control, 116
Printing methods
Features, 24
Printing from Macintosh, 24
Printing from Windows, 23
Print queue, 20
Print server mode, 108, 165, 168, 183
Protocol, 12, 20
Public Access Printers, 179, 183
M
MAC address, 107
Manual settings, 117
Menu frame, 105
Microsoft network, 113
MS Network, 113
N
NDPS, 177
NDPS Manager, 179
NDPS Printer Agent, 179
NDS, 109, 166
NET USE command, 82, 86
R
Remote printer, 20
Remote printer mode, 109, 165, 169,
171, 183
Rendezvous/Bonjour settings, 112
Reset, 106, 119
Return to default button, 119
RJ-45 connector, 20
Router, 101
Index
220
S
SAP name, 180
Setting IP address, 99, 196, 198
Setting up network interface, 21, 43
Setting up printer (for Macintosh), 56
SLP settings, 112
SNMP, 114
Specifications, 214
Status alert window, 150
Status light, 18
Status sheet button, 19
Subnet mask, 101
Windows NT 4.0, 83
Windows Server 2003, 76
Windows XP, 58
T
TCP/IP, 20, 100, 110
Time, 117
Timeout, 116
Time server settings, 117
U
Uninstalling software, 200
Universal Plug and Play, 102
Function, 199
Settings, 111
UNIX, configure for different OS, 188
Using bindery print server, 168
Using bindery remote printer mode,
169
Using DHCP, 195
Using dial-up network, 183
Using dial-up router, 199
Using ftp command, 194
Using lpr command, 188
Using NDPS gateway, 177
Using NDS print server, 168
Using NetWare, 166
Using the printer with
Macintosh, 87
NetWare, 164
UNIX, 187
Windows 2000, 69
Windows Me/98/95, 65
Index
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