Xerox Phaser 6125N User Manual

							Overview of Network Setup and Configuration
Phaser® 6125 Color Laser Printer
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Overview of Network Setup and Configuration
To set up and configure the network:
1.Connect the printer to the network using the recommended hardware and cables.
2.Turn on the printer and the computer.
3.Print the Printer Settings page and keep it for referencing network settings.
4.Install the driver software on the computer from the Software and Documentation 
CD-ROM. For information on driver installation, see the section in this chapter for the 
specific operating system you are using.
5.Configure the printer’s TCP/IP address, which is required to identify the printer on the 
network. 
For Windows operating systems, run the Installer on the Software and Documentation 
CD-ROM to automatically set the printer’s IP address if the printer is connected to an 
established TCP/IP network. You can also manually set the printer’s IP address on the 
control panel.
6.Print a Printer Settings page to verify the new settings.
 
Note: If the Software and Documentation CD-ROM is not available, you can download the 
latest driver from 
www.xerox.com/office/6125drivers.
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							Choosing a Connection Method
Phaser® 6125 Color Laser Printer
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Choosing a Connection Method
Connect the printer via Ethernet or USB. A USB connection is a direct connection and is not 
used for networking. An Ethernet connection is used for networking. Hardware and cabling 
requirements vary for the different connection methods. Cabling and hardware are generally 
not included with your printer and must be purchased separately. This section includes:
 ■Connecting via Ethernet (Recommended) on page 3-3
■Connecting via USB on page 3-4
Connecting via Ethernet (Recommended)
Ethernet can be used for one or more computers. It supports many printers and systems on an 
Ethernet network. An Ethernet connection is recommended because it is faster than a USB 
connection. It also allows you direct access to CentreWare Internet Services (IS). 
CentreWare IS provides a simple interface to the embedded web server in any networked 
Xerox printer that enables you to manage, configure, and monitor networked printers from 
your desktop.
Network Connection
Depending on your particular setup, the following hardware and cabling is required for 
Ethernet.
■If you are connecting to one computer, an Ethernet RJ-45 crossover cable is required. 
■If you are connecting to one or more computers with an Ethernet hub, or cable or DSL 
router, two or more twisted-pair (category 5/RJ-45) cables are required. (One cable for 
each device.)
If you are connecting to one or more computers with a hub, connect the computer to the hub 
with one cable, and then connect the printer to the hub with the second cable. Connect to any 
port on the hub except the uplink port.
 
See also: 
Configuring the Network Address on page 3-5
Installing the Printer Drivers on page 3-9
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							Choosing a Connection Method
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Connecting via USB
If you are connecting to one computer, a USB connection offers fast data speeds. A USB 
connection is not as fast as an Ethernet connection. To use USB, PC users must have 
Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista, or newer operating 
system.
USB Connection
A USB connection requires a standard A/B USB cable. This cable is not included with your 
printer and must be purchased separately. Verify that you are using the correct USB cable for 
your connection (2.0 for best results).
1.Connect one end of the USB cable to the printer and turn it on.
2.Connect the other end of the USB cable to the computer.
 
See also: 
Installing the Printer Drivers on page 3-9
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							Configuring the Network Address
Phaser® 6125 Color Laser Printer
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Configuring the Network Address
This section includes:
 ■TCP/IP and IP Addresses on page 3-5
■Automatically Setting the Printer’s IP Address on page 3-5
■Dynamic Methods of Setting the Printer’s IP Address on page 3-6
■Manually Setting the Printer’s IP Address on page 3-7
TCP/IP and IP Addresses
If your computer is on a large network, contact your network administrator for the appropriate 
TCP/IP addresses and additional configuration information. 
If you are creating your own small Local Area Network or connecting the printer directly to 
your computer using Ethernet, follow the procedure for automatically setting the printer’s 
Internet Protocol (IP) address. 
PCs and printers primarily use TCP/IP protocols to communicate over an Ethernet network. 
With TCP/IP protocols, each printer and computer must have a unique IP address. It is 
important that the addresses are similar, but not the same; only the last digit needs to be 
different. For example, your printer can have the address 192.168.1.2 while your computer has 
the address 192.168.1.3. Another device can have the address 192.168.1.4.
Many networks have a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server. A DHCP server 
automatically programs an IP address into every PC and printer on the network that is 
configured to use DHCP. A DHCP server is built into most cable and DSL routers. If you use a 
cable or DSL router, see your router’s documentation for information on IP addressing.
 
See also: 
Online Support Assistant at www.xerox.com/office
/6125support
Automatically Setting the Printer’s IP Address
If the printer is connected to a small established TCP/IP network without a DHCP server, use 
the installer on the Software and Documentation CD-ROM to detect or assign an IP address to 
your printer. For further instructions, insert the Software and Documentation CD-ROM into 
your computer’s CD-ROM drive. After the Xerox Installer launches, follow the prompts for 
installation. 
Note: For the automatic installer to function, the printer must be connected to an established 
TCP/IP network.
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Configuring the Network Address
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Dynamic Methods of Setting  the Printer’s IP Address
There are two protocols available for dyna mically setting the printer’s IP address: 
■DHCP (enabled by default on all Phaser printers)
■AutoIP
You can turn on/off both protocols using the contro l panel, or use CentreWare IS to turn on/off 
DHCP.
Using the Control Panel
To turn on/off either the DHCP or AutoIP protocol:
1. On the control panel, select the  Menu
 button.
2. Select the 
Admin menu, and then press the  OK button.
3. Select the 
Network Setup menu, and then press the  OK button.
4. Select the 
TCP/IP menu, and then press the  OK button.
5. Select 
Get IP Address, and then press the  OK button.
Using CentreWare IS
To turn on/off the DHCP protocol:
1. Launch your web browser.
2. Enter the printer’s IP address in the browser’s  Address field.
3. Select  Properties .
4. Select the  Protocols folder on the left navigation panel.
5. Select  TCP/IP .
6. In the  Get IP Address  field, select the  DHCP/Autonet option.
7. Click the  Save Changes  button.
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							Configuring the Network Address
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Manually Setting the Printer’s IP Address
Note: Verify that your computer has a properly configured IP address for your network. 
Contact your network administrator for more information.
 
If you are on a network without a DHCP server, or in an environment where the network 
administrator assigns printer IP addresses, you can use this method to manually set the IP 
address. Manually setting the IP address overrides DHCP and AutoIP. Alternatively, if you are 
in a small office with a single PC and use a dialup modem connection, you can manually set 
the IP address.
Using the Control Panel
To manually set the IP address:
1.On the control panel, select the Menu button.
2.Select the 
Admin menu, and then press the OK button.
3.Select the 
Network Setup menu, and then press the OK button.
4.Select the 
TCP/IP menu, and then press the OK button.
5.Select 
Get IP Address, and then press the OK button.
6.Select 
Panel, and then press the OK button.
7.Select 
IP Address under the TCP/IP menu and use the arrows to configure the IP values, 
and then press the OK button.
Information Required for Manual IP Addressing
Information Comments
Internet Protocol (IP) address of the printer Format is xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx, where xxx represents 
a decimal number from 0–255.
Network Mask If you are unsure, leave this blank; the printer 
chooses an appropriate mask.
Default Router/Gateway address Router address is required to communicate with 
the host device from anywhere other than the 
local network segment. 
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							Configuring the Network Address
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Changing or Modifying the IP Address Using CentreWare IS
CentreWare IS provides a simple interface to the embedded web server in any networked 
Xerox printer that enables you to manage, configure, and monitor networked printers from 
your desktop. For complete information about CentreWare IS, click the Help button in 
CentreWare IS to go to the CentreWare IS Online Help.
After setting the printer’s IP address, you can modify TCP/IP settings using CentreWare IS. 
1.Launch your web browser.
2.Enter the printer’s IP address in the browser’s Address field. 
3.Click Properties. 
4.Select the Protocols folder on the left sidebar. 
5.Select TCP/IP.
6.Enter or modify the settings, and then click Save Changes at the bottom of the page.
 
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							Installing the Printer Drivers
Phaser® 6125 Color Laser Printer
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Installing the Printer Drivers
Windows 2000 or Later
To install the printer driver from the Software and Documentation CD-ROM:
1.Insert the CD-ROM into the computer’s CD-ROM drive. If the installer does not launch, 
do the following:
a.Click Start, and then click Run.
b.In the Run window, type: :\INSTALL.EXE.
2.Select your desired language from the list.
3.Select Install Printer Driver.
4.Select the installation method you want to use, and then follow the onscreen instructions.
See also: 
Online Support Assistant at www.xerox.com/office/
6125support
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							Phaser® 6125 Color Laser Printer
4-1 This chapter includes:
 ■Supported Paper and Media on page 4-2
■About Paper on page 4-5
■Setting Paper Types and Sizes on page 4-7
■Loading Paper on page 4-8
■Selecting Printing Options on page 4-14
■Printing on Specialty Media on page 4-17
■Printing Custom Size on page 4-31
Printing Basics
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							Supported Paper and Media
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Supported Paper and Media
This section includes:
 ■Paper Usage Guidelines on page 4-3
■Paper That Can Damage Your Printer on page 4-4
■Paper Storage Guidelines on page 4-4
Your printer is designed to be used with a variety of paper types. Follow the guidelines in this 
section to ensure the best print quality and to avoid jams.
For best results, use Xerox printing media specified for your Phaser 6125 printer. They are 
guaranteed to produce excellent results with your printer.
 
To order paper or other specialty media, contact your local reseller or go to 
www.xerox.com/office/6
125supplies.
 
Caution: Damage caused by using unsupported paper and other specialty media is not 
covered by the Xerox warranty, service agreement, or Total Satisfaction Guarantee. The Total 
Satisfaction Guarantee is available in the United States and Canada. Coverage may vary 
outside these areas; please contact your local representative for details.
See also: 
Recommended Media List (United States)
Recommended Media List (Europe) 
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