Panasonic KX-MB2575 Operating Guide
3.6 Configuring the unit to access
the LAN y
the LAN y
You can use a computer connected to the LAN for some
features of this unit (printer, scanner, etc.). To enable
these features, you need to set the IP address, subnet
mask, and default gateway in the unit.
features of this unit (printer, scanner, etc.). To enable
these features, you need to set the IP address, subnet
mask, and default gateway in the unit.
Important:
R Consult your network administrator when setting
R Consult your network administrator when setting
the IP address, subnet mask, and default
gateway.
gateway.
3.6.1 Setting up automatically with a DHCP
server
server
If your network administrator manages the network with
a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server,
it will automatically assign an IP (Internet Protocol)
address, subnet mask, and default gateway to the unit.
a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server,
it will automatically assign an IP (Internet Protocol)
address, subnet mask, and default gateway to the unit.
1
After connecting the LAN cable to the unit and the
computer, turn the power switch ON.
R The IP address, subnet mask, and default
computer, turn the power switch ON.
R The IP address, subnet mask, and default
gateway will be set automatically.
2
Install Multi-Function Station on the computer that
you want to use it with. See page 27 for details.
you want to use it with. See page 27 for details.
Note:
R You can connect two or more units and assign IP
R You can connect two or more units and assign IP
addresses automatically with a DHCP server, but we
recommend assigning static IP addresses manually
for each unit to avoid network access and
configuration troubles.
recommend assigning static IP addresses manually
for each unit to avoid network access and
configuration troubles.
3.6.2 Setting up manually
When your network administrator does not manage the
network with a DHCP server, you need to assign an IP
address, subnet mask, and default gateway manually.
network with a DHCP server, you need to assign an IP
address, subnet mask, and default gateway manually.
1
MtN A MBNM5NM0NM0N A “DHCP”
2
M0N A “DISABLED” A MOKN
3
Set each item.
For the IP address:
1. M5NM0NM1N A “IP ADDRESS” A MOKN
2. Enter the IP address of the unit. A MOKN
For the IP address:
1. M5NM0NM1N A “IP ADDRESS” A MOKN
2. Enter the IP address of the unit. A MOKN
For the subnet mask:
1. M5NM0NM2N A “SUBNET MASK” A MOKN
2. Enter the subnet mask of the network. A MOKN
1. M5NM0NM2N A “SUBNET MASK” A MOKN
2. Enter the subnet mask of the network. A MOKN
For the default gateway:
1. M5NM0NM3N A “DEFAULT GATEWAY” A MOKN
2. Enter the default gateway of the network. A
1. M5NM0NM3N A “DEFAULT GATEWAY” A MOKN
2. Enter the default gateway of the network. A
MOKN A MtN
4
Install Multi-Function Station on the computer that
you want to use it with. See page 27 for details.
you want to use it with. See page 27 for details.
To correct a mistake in the IP address, subnet mask,
or default gateway
Press MFN or MEN to move the cursor to the incorrect
number, and make the correction.
or default gateway
Press MFN or MEN to move the cursor to the incorrect
number, and make the correction.
3.7 Wireless LAN settings y
Important:
R When configuring wireless LAN settings, confirm
R When configuring wireless LAN settings, confirm
that the unit is located within operational range
of your wireless access point.
of your wireless access point.
R Depending on the type of wireless access point,
select the appropriate way to connect the unit
and access point.
– Access point is WPS compatible (with a WPS
and access point.
– Access point is WPS compatible (with a WPS
button)
– Access point is WPS compatible (without a
WPS button)
– Access point is not WPS compatible
R It is also possible to configure wireless LAN
settings when installing the driver regardless of
the type of wireless access point or whether there
is a WPS button (page 27).
the type of wireless access point or whether there
is a WPS button (page 27).
R For wireless security settings, refer to the
operating instructions of your wireless router
and other wireless products, etc.
and other wireless products, etc.
3.7.1 WPS compatible access point (with a
WPS button)
WPS button)
1
Press the WPS button on your wireless access point.
2
Press and hold MWPSN on the unit until the LED starts
blinking.
R Perform step 2 within 1 minute of performing step
blinking.
R Perform step 2 within 1 minute of performing step
R The LED blinks while connecting. When the
connection is complete, the LED stops blinking
and turns on.
and turns on.
3.7.2 WPS compatible access point (without
a WPS button)
a WPS button)
Important:
R Make sure the LAN mode setting is set to
R Make sure the LAN mode setting is set to
“WIRELESS” beforehand (feature #580 on
page 93).
page 93).
1
MtN A MBNM5NM8NM3N A MOKN
R The PIN code of the unit is displayed.
R The PIN code of the unit is displayed.
2
Register the PIN code to your wireless access point.
3
MOKN
R Perform step 3 within 1 minute of performing step
R Perform step 3 within 1 minute of performing step
R The LED blinks while connecting. When the
connection is complete, the LED stops blinking
and turns on.
and turns on.
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3. Preparation