Assigning the IP Address

Set up the basic items such as Host Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway.

This section explains the procedure for setting a static IP address.

  1. Turn on the printer.

  2. Select Settings on the home screen on the printer's control panel.

  3. Select General Settings > Network Settings > Advanced > TCP/IP.

  4. Select Manual for Obtain IP Address.

    When you set the IP address automatically by using the DHCP function of router, select Auto. In that case, the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway on step 5 to 6 are also set automatically, so go to step 7.

  5. Enter the IP address.

    Focus moves to the forward segment or the back segment separated by a period if you select and .

    Confirm the value reflected on the previous screen.

  6. Set up the Subnet Mask and Default Gateway.

    Confirm the value reflected on the previous screen.

    Important:

    If the combination of the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway is incorrect, Start Setup is inactive and cannot proceed with the settings. Confirm that there is no error in the entry.

  7. Enter the IP address for the primary DNS server.

    Confirm the value reflected on the previous screen.

    Note:

    When you select Auto for the IP address assignment settings, you can select the DNS server settings from Manual or Auto. If you cannot obtain the DNS server address automatically, select Manual and enter the DNS server address. Then, enter the secondary DNS server address directly. If you select Auto, go to step 9.

  8. Enter the IP address for the secondary DNS server.

    Confirm the value reflected on the previous screen.

  9. Tap Start Setup.