Canon imageCLASS 2300 Basic Manual

Also see for 2300N - ImageCLASS B/W Laser: Copying guide Specifications Printer guide Setup Reference guide

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Connecting to a Computer8-4Printing-Basic Operations8Connecting to a ComputerConnect the machine to a computer or network using an interface cable supportingbidirectional communication or a 100Base-TX or 10Base-T Ethernet cable.IMPORTANTTo avoid risk of a shock hazard, turn OFF the main power switch located on the right sideof the machine and unplug the power cord from the power outlet, before connecting aninterface cable or network cable. (See Chapter 1, "Before You Start Using This Machine,"in the Reference Guide.)NOTEThis machine is not supplied with an interface cable or a network cable. Pleasepurchase the cable to match your computer or network.For how to connect the interface or network cable to the machine, see the Set-Up Sheetfor Networking and Printing.Connecting to a NetworkThis machine has a built-in print server that is compatible with TCP/IP to allow useas a network printer for UNIX and Windows. The print server is supplied with a100Base-TX/10Base-T port, therefore you can simply connect it to a LAN.You need a LAN cable and hub to connect the machine to your network.NOTEThe print server of this machine is compatible with a NetWare® network. For details,contact your service representative.The print server of this machine automatically detects the connected 100Base-TX or10Base-T interface.After connecting the network cable, perform the following setups. For details of eachsetup, consult the corresponding manual.- Installing the printer driver. (See Chapter1, "Before You Start Using This Machine," inthe PCL Printer Guide.)- Date/time setting and system management setting. (See Chapter 3, "Selecting andStoring Settings," and Chapter 5, "System Manager Settings," in the Reference Guide.)- Print server and network settings. (See Chapter 2, "Using a TCP/IP Network (Windows/UNIX)," in the Network Guide.)