Lexmark Pro715 User Guide
What is an IP address?
An IP address is a unique number used by devices (such as a wireless printer, computer, or wireless access point) on
an IP network to locate and communicate with each other. Devices on an IP network can communicate with each
other only if they have unique and valid IP addresses. A unique IP address means no two devices on the same
network have the same IP address.
an IP network to locate and communicate with each other. Devices on an IP network can communicate with each
other only if they have unique and valid IP addresses. A unique IP address means no two devices on the same
network have the same IP address.
An IP address is a group of four numbers separated by periods. An example of an IP address is 192.168.100.110.
What is TCP/IP?
Networks are able to function when computers, printers, and other devices are able to send data to each other,
either through cables or wireless signals. This transfer of data is made possible by sets of data transmission rules
called protocols. A protocol can be thought of as a language that has rules so that participants can effectively
communicate with each other.
either through cables or wireless signals. This transfer of data is made possible by sets of data transmission rules
called protocols. A protocol can be thought of as a language that has rules so that participants can effectively
communicate with each other.
Different types of networks use different protocols, but Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is
the most popular. TCP/IP is used to send data over the Internet as well as over most corporate and home networks.
the most popular. TCP/IP is used to send data over the Internet as well as over most corporate and home networks.
Every device on a network that uses TCP/IP must have an IP address. IP addresses are essentially unique computer
names in a numeric format, used to transfer data around a network. IP addresses allow TCP/IP to confirm requests
for, and receipt of, data by various devices on the network.
names in a numeric format, used to transfer data around a network. IP addresses allow TCP/IP to confirm requests
for, and receipt of, data by various devices on the network.
How do I locate IP addresses?
For Windows users
1
Click
, or click Start and then click Run.
2
In the Start Search or Run box, type cmd.
3
Press Enter, or click OK.
4
Type ipconfig, and then press Enter.
The IP address appears as four sets of numbers separated by periods, such as 192.168.0.100.
For Macintosh users
1
From the Apple menu, navigate to:
About This Mac > More Info
2
From the Contents pane, choose Network.
3
If you are connected over a wireless network, then choose AirPort from the Active Services list.
Locating the printer IP address
•
From the printer, print a network setup page.
In the TCP/IP section, look for Address.
•
View the printer settings.
From the printer control panel, navigate to:
> Setup >
> Network Setup >
> Net 1 Setup >
> TCP/IP >
> IP Address >
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