Changing port settings after installing a new network ISP
Notes:
•
If the printer has a static IP address, then you do not need to make any changes.
•
If the computers are configured to use the network name, instead of an IP address, then you do not need to
make any changes.
•
If you are adding a wireless ISP to a printer previously configured for an Ethernet connection, then make sure
the printer is disconnected from the Ethernet network.
For Windows users
1
Open the printers folder.
2
From the shortcut menu of the printer with the new ISP, open the printer properties.
3
Configure the port from the list.
4
Update the IP address.
5
Apply the changes.
For Macintosh users
1
From System Preferences in the Apple menu, navigate to the list of printers, and then select
+
>
IP
.
2
Type the IP address in the address field.
3
Apply the changes.
Setting up serial printing (Windows only)
After installing the serial or communication (COM) port, configure the printer and the computer.
Note:
Serial printing reduces print speed.
1
Set the parameters in the printer.
a
From the control panel, navigate to the menu for the port settings.
b
Locate the menu for the serial port settings, and then adjust the settings, if necessary.
c
Save the settings.
2
From your computer, open the printers folder, and then select your printer.
3
Open the printer properties, and then select the COM port from the list.
4
Set the COM port parameters in Device Manager.
Use the Run dialog box to open the command prompt, and then type
devmgmt.msc
.
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