Glossary
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IP address
A numerical identification assigned to each computer or network device connected to a network.
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IP address filtering
A function to restrict communication of network devices with specific IP addresses, preventing them
from connecting to the network.
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DHCP function
A function to automatically assign required information (IP address, etc.) to computers, printers or other
devices connected to the network.
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Privacy separator feature
A function to prevent communication between multiple wireless devices (such as computers and
printers) connected to an access point.
WPS
WCN
Additional Computers Setup
Refer to the troubleshooting tip below only when configuring wireless settings by using WPS or WCN, or
when setting up on an additional computer.
Set Up New Printer Screen is Displayed
Check
The screen appears when the machine cannot be detected during setup using WPS or
WCN, or when setting up on an additional computer.
Check 1
Make sure that you follow Check 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 and 7 of "Connection Checklist" on page
11, then click Redetect.
Proceed with the setup.
Check 2
Is the machine connected to a network?
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For details on how to check if the machine is connected to a network, select Device settings
using the Menu button, then select LAN settings > Print LAN details using the [, ] and OK
buttons, then on the printed LAN setting information, make sure that Link Status is set to Active.
If the machine is not connected to a network, perform setup again by following the
procedures in "10 Set Up a Wireless Connection" on page 34 and onward in the printed
manual: Getting Started.
Check 3
Is the IP filtering feature enabled on the access point?
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For details on how to check the settings of the access point, refer to the manual supplied with the
access point or contact its manufacturer.
Set the access point to accept the IP address of the machine.
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For details on how to change the settings of the access point, refer to the manual supplied with
the access point or contact its manufacturer.
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To check the IP address of the machine, select Device settings using the Menu button, then
select LAN settings > Print LAN details using the [, ] and OK buttons, then on the printed
LAN setting information, check IP Address.
Check 4
When obtaining an IP address automatically, make sure that the DHCP function of the
access point is active.
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For details on how to check the settings of the access point, refer to the manual supplied with the
access point or contact its manufacturer.
Enable the DHCP function of the access point, then click Redetect.
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For details on how to change the settings of the access point, refer to the manual supplied with
the access point or contact its manufacturer.