Brother International MFC 295CN Network Users Manual - English
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- Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 1
-Protocol On-board Ethernet Multi-function Print Server and Wireless (IEEE 802.11b/g) Ethernet Multi-function Print Server NETWORK USER'S GUIDE Please read this manual thoroughly before using this machine on your network. You can print or view this manual from the CD-ROM at any time, please keep - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 2
Protected Access and Wi-Fi Protected Setup are either trademarks or registered trademarks software title is mentioned in this manual has a Software License Agreement specific to its proprietary programs. Compilation and publication notice Under the supervision of Brother Industries, Ltd., this manual - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 3
for use in the country of purchase only. Do not use this product outside the country of purchase as it may violate the wireless telecommunication and power regulations of that country. Windows® XP in this document represents Windows® XP Professional, Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition and - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 4
de Ville Dollard-des-Ormeaux, PQ, Canada H9B 3H6 European Product & Service Support 1 Tame Street Audenshaw Manchester, M34 5JE, UK Internet address Brother Global Web Site: http://www.brother.com For Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), Product Support, Driver Updates and Utilities: http://solutions - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 5
Ordering accessories and supplies In USA: In Canada: 1-877-552-MALL (1-877-552-6255) 1-800-947-1445 (fax) http://www.brothermall.com 1-877-BROTHER http://www.brother.ca iv - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 6
printing...3 Network scanning ...3 Network PC-FAX (Not available for DCP models 3 Network PhotoCapture Center™...3 Management utilities...4 Types of Network Connections...5 Wired network connection example...5 Wireless network connection examples 7 Protocols...8 TCP/IP protocols and functions - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 7
Setup 44 Using the Brother automatic installer application on the CD-ROM to configure your machine for a wireless network ...47 4 Wireless configuration for Windows® using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 8
MFC-257CW 113 Restoring the network settings to factory default 114 Printing the Network Configuration List 115 7 Driver Deployment Wizard (Windows® only) 116 Overview...116 Connection methods...116 Peer-to-Peer ...116 Network Shared ...117 How to install the Driver Deployment Wizard software - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 9
...129 General problems ...129 Network print software installation problems 131 Printing problems...133 Scanning and PC Fax problems ...134 Wireless network troubleshooting...136 Wireless setup problems ...136 Wireless connection problem ...136 A Appendix A 137 Using services ...137 Other - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 10
1 The Brother machine can be shared on a 10/100 MB wired or IEEE 802.11b/802.11g wireless Ethernet network using the internal network print server. The print server supports various functions and methods of connection depending on the operating system you are running on a network supporting TCP/IP - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 11
can affect the data transfer speed of your documents. Due to these factors, wireless may not be the best method of connection for all types of documents and applications. If you are printing large files, such as multi-page documents with mixed text and large graphics, you may want to consider - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 12
is not supported by the MFC-253CW, 255CW, 257CW and 295CN. Network PhotoCapture Center™ 1 You can view, retrieve and save data from a USB flash memory drive or a media card inserted into the Brother machine. The software is automatically installed when you choose network connection during the - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 13
device itself. For more information and downloading, visit us at http://solutions.brother.com. 1 Internet Information Server 4.0 or Internet Information Service 5.0/5.1/6.0/7.0 Remote Setup (Not available for DCP models) 1 The Remote Setup software allows you to configure network settings from - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 14
Types of Network Connections 1 1 Wired network connection example 1 Peer-to-Peer printing using TCP/IP 1 In a Peer-to-Peer environment, each computer directly sends and receives data to each device. There is no central server controlling file access or printer sharing. Windows® Windows - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 15
) 4 Network printer (your machine) In a larger network, we recommend a Network Shared printing environment. The "Server" or the "Print Server" must use the TCP/IP Print Protocol. The Brother machine needs to have an appropriate IP address configuration unless the machine is connected via the - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 16
is part of this network, it receives all print jobs via an access point. 1 4 2 3 1 Access point 2 Wireless network printer (your machine) 3 Wireless capable computer communicating with the access point 4 Wired computer which is not wireless capable connected to the access point with the Ethernet - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 17
functions 1 Protocols are the standardized sets of rules for transmitting data on a network. Protocols allow users to gain access to network connected resources. The print server used on this Brother product supports address manually (using the control panel of the machine or the BRAdmin software) or - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 18
- 10.5.x) TELNET 1 The Brother print server supports TELNET server for command line function works when using a computer that has the LLMNR Sender function such as Windows Vista®. Web Services 1 The Web Services protocol enables Windows Vista® users to install the Brother printer driver - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 19
required to print over the network using TCP/IP protocol. We recommend that you use the Brother installer on the Brother CD-ROM to install the Brother software as this will guide you through the software and network installation. Please follow the instructions in the supplied Quick Setup Guide. Note - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 20
your machine for a network with an Ethernet cable connection (Not available for MFC-253CW, MFC-255CW and MFC-257CW) How the IP address is assigned to your print server: 2 If you have a DHCP/BOOTP/RARP server in your network (typically a UNIX®/Linux®, Windows® 2000/XP, Windows Vista® or Windows - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 21
machine for a network with an Ethernet cable connection (Not available for MFC-253CW, MFC-255CW and MFC-257CW) Step by step chart a Configure the TCP/IP settings. Configure the IP address Configure the subnet mask Configure the gateway b Change the print server settings. i See page 13 i See - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 22
available for MFC-253CW, MFC-255CW and MFC-257CW) Setting up the IP address and subnet mask 2 Using the BRAdmin Light utility to configure your machine as a network printer 2 2 BRAdmin Light 2 The BRAdmin Light utility is designed for initial setup of the Brother network connected devices. It - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 23
Configuring your machine for a network with an Ethernet cable connection (Not available for MFC-253CW, MFC-255CW and MFC-257CW) c Double-click the unconfigured device. Windows® 2 Macintosh Note • If the print server is set to its factory default settings (if you don't use a DHCP/BOOTP/RARP server), - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 24
cable connection (Not available for MFC-253CW, MFC-255CW and MFC-257CW) d Choose STATIC from Boot Method. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway (if needed) of your print server. Windows® 2 Macintosh e Click OK. f With the correctly programmed IP address, you will see the Brother print server - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 25
connection (Not available for MFC-253CW, MFC-255CW and MFC-257CW) Changing the print server settings 2 Note For wireless network users, you need to configure the wireless settings to change the print Library / Printers / Brother / Utilities / BRAdmin Light.jar file. b Choose the print server which - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 26
cable connection (Not available for MFC-253CW, MFC-255CW and MFC-257CW) Using the BRAdmin Professional 3 utility to change the wireless settings (Windows®) 2 Note 2 • Please use the latest version of the BRAdmin Professional 3 utility that is available as a download from http://solutions.brother - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 27
, the settings on your machine will be downloaded automatically to your PC and displayed on your PC screen. If you change the settings, you can upload them directly to the machine. a Click the Start button, All Programs 1, Brother, MFC-XXXX LAN, then Remote Setup (where XXXX is your model name - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 28
Network menu. By using this method, you can easily connect your machine to your wireless network. Please follow the instructions in the supplied Quick Setup Guide. Please read this chapter for more details on how to configure the wireless network settings. For information on TCP/IP settings, see - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 29
able to connect to the wireless network. Therefore care must be taken when configuring these options. Please refer to the information below to see which authentication and encryption methods your Brother wireless device supports. Authentication methods 3 The Brother machine supports the following - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 30
network (Not available for DCP-365CN, DCP-395CN and MFC-295CN) Encryption methods 3 Encryption is used to secure the data that is sent over the wireless network. The Brother wireless machine supports the following encryption methods: None No encryption method is used. WEP 3 By using - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 31
SES/WPS/AOSS control panel menu c Configure your machine for a wireless network. (See page 28.) See page 28. See page 39. See page 44. Windows® (See page 49.) Macintosh (See page 73.) Installing drivers and software (See the Quick Setup Guide.) Windows® (See page 57.) Macintosh (See page 81 - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 32
Using the Brother installer application c Configure your machine for a wireless network. (See page 28.) See page 28. Windows® (See page 62.) Macintosh (See page 86.) Installing drivers and software (See the Quick Setup Guide.) Wireless configuration and installing drivers and software have been - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 33
. When the Brother wireless machine (your machine) is part of this network, it receives all print jobs directly from the computer sending the print data. 2 1 2 1 Wireless network printer (your machine) 2 Wireless capable computer Note We do not guarantee the wireless network connection with Windows - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 34
wireless network settings. By using the control panel Setup Wizard function, you can easily connect your Brother machine to your wireless network. You must know your wireless mode only) 3 If your wireless access point (A) supports either SecureEasySetup™, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (PBC 1) or AOSS™, you - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 35
(Infrastructure mode only) 3 If your wireless access point (A) supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup™, you can also configure using the PIN Method of Wi-Fi Protected Setup™. (See Using the PIN Method of Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ on page 44.) Connection when the wireless access point (router) (A) doubles as - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 36
DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) on page 72.) Configuration temporarily using a network cable 3 If there is an Ethernet Hub or Router in the same network as the wireless access point (A) of your machine, you can temporarily connect the Hub or Router to the Brother machine using an - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 37
MFC-295CN) Configuring your machine for a wireless network 3 IMPORTANT • If you are going to connect your Brother and MFC-495CW) Setup Wizard from the control panel 3 You can configure your print server by using the Setup Wizard function wireless network settings Note Your Brother machine supports - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 38
and MFC-495CW) When Network I/F switched to Wireless is displayed, press OK to accept. This will start the wireless setup wizard. set to not broadcast the SSID, you will have to manually add the SSID name. See Configuring your machine when the connect to the wireless device you have chosen. 29 - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 39
correct information. (See Wireless network troubleshooting on page 136.) Note It may take a few minutes to connect to your wireless network. l Press OK. (Windows®) You have completed the wireless network setup. If you would like to continue installing drivers and software necessary for operating - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 40
WEP KEY. b Press Menu. c Press a or b to choose Network. Press OK. d For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW and MFC-495CW Press a or b to choose WLAN. Press OK. e Press a or b to choose Setup Wizard. Press OK. 31 - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 41
MFC-495CW) When Network I/F switched to Wireless is displayed, press OK to accept. This will start the wireless setup wizard OK. i Using a or b, choose Ad-hoc or Infrastructure when instructed. Press OK. Do one of the following: If you chose Ad- connect to the wireless device you have chosen. 32 - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 42
make sure you have entered the correct information. (See Wireless network troubleshooting on page 136.) r Press OK. (Windows®) You have completed the wireless network setup. If you would like to continue installing drivers and software necessary for operating your device, please choose Install MFL - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 43
Brother machine supports the use of the first WEP KEY only. If you are using a router that is using more than one WEP KEY enter the KEY used for the first WEP KEY. b Press MENU. c Press Network. d Press WLAN. e Press Setup Wizard. f When Switch Network interface to wireless have to manually add the - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 44
correct information. 3 (See Wireless network troubleshooting on page 136.) Note It may take few minutes to connect to your wireless network. l Press . (Windows®) You have completed the wireless network setup. If you would like to continue installing drivers and software necessary for operating - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 45
Check and record the current wireless network settings. Network name:(SSID, ESSID) 3 Communication Mode Infrastructure Authentication method Open system Shared key WPA/WPA2-PSK Ad-hoc Open system 1 TKIP is supported Network key 12345678 Note Your Brother machine supports the use of the first - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 46
wireless network (Not available for DCP-365CN, DCP-395CN and MFC-295CN) h Enter the SSID name. (For information how to enter text, see Entering Text on page 154.) Press OK. i Press Ad-hoc or Infrastructure when instructed displays Connection Fail, Wireless network troubleshooting on page 136.) 37 - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 47
network (Not available for DCP-365CN, DCP-395CN and MFC-295CN) r Press . (Windows®) You have completed the wireless network setup. If you would like to continue installing drivers and software necessary for operating your device, please choose Install MFL-Pro Suite or Initial Installation - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 48
and MFC-495CW Press a or b to choose WLAN. Press OK. d Press a or b to choose SES/WPS/AOSS. Press OK. This feature will automatically detect which mode (SecureEasySetup™, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ or AOSS™) your access point uses to configure your machine. Note If your wireless access point supports Wi - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 49
Setup™ mode or AOSS™ mode, depending on what is supported by your access point. Please refer to the instruction manual that came with your access point. h If the LCD shows Connected, the machine has successfully connected to your router or access point. You can now use your machine in a wireless - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 50
back to step d. • You can also manually configure the wireless settings following the steps starting at step a on page 28. i Press OK. (Windows®) You have completed the wireless network setup. If you would like to continue installing drivers and software necessary for operating your device, please - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 51
Setup™ mode or AOSS™ mode, depending on what is supported by your access point. Please refer to the instruction manual that came with your access point. h If the LCD shows Connected, the machine has successfully connected to your router or access point. You can now use your machine in a wireless - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 52
back to step d. • You can also manually configure the wireless settings following the steps starting at step a on page 34. i Press . (Windows®) You have completed the wireless network setup. If you would like to continue installing drivers and software necessary for operating your device, please - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 53
that manages the wireless LAN), you can setup the wireless network and security settings. See the user's guide for your wireless access point/router for instructions on how to access the Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ mode. 3 Note Routers or access points that support Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ have a symbol - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 54
in advance. See the instruction manual that came with your access point/router. 1 Click and then Network. 2 Click Add a wireless device. 3 Choose your machine and click Next. 4 Input the PIN from the printed page and then click Next. 5 Choose your network that you want to connect to, and then - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 55
in advance. See the instruction manual that came with your access point/router. 1 Click and then Network. 2 Click Add a wireless device. 3 Choose your machine and click Next. 4 Input the PIN from the printed page and then click Next. 5 Choose your network that you want to connect to, and then - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 56
CD-ROM menu. (Macintosh) You have completed the wireless network setup. If you would like to continue installing drivers and software necessary for operating your device, please choose Start Here OSX from the CD-ROM menu. Using the Brother automatic installer application on the CD-ROM to configure - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 57
the machine. • You can also setup your Brother machine using the machine's control panel which we recommend. You can find instructions in the supplied Quick Setup Guide or see Configuring your machine for a wireless network (Not available for DCP-365CN, DCP-395CN and MFC-295CN) on page 19. • You - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 58
duration of the configuration. Once you are sure that you can print, configure the software settings following the instructions again. • You need to temporarily use an Ethernet cable (not included) during configuration. • Your Brother machine supports the use of the first WEP KEY only. If you are - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 59
Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) Configure the wireless CD-ROM main menu will appear. Click Advanced. 4 Note • If the Brother screen does not appear automatically, go to My Computer (Computer), double-click - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 60
Wireless configuration for Windows® using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) e Choose Step by Step install (Recommended) and then click Next. 4 f Choose With cable (Recommended) and then click Next. g Read - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 61
DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) h Temporarily connect the Brother wireless device to your access point using a network cable (not included) and click Next. 4 i Choose the machine you wish to configure, and click Next. If the list is blank, check if the access point and the - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 62
, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) j The wizard will search for wireless networks available from your machine. Choose the access point you wish to associate the machine with, and then click Next. 4 Note • "SETUP" is the default SSID of the machine. Do not choose this SSID. • If the list is blank, check that - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 63
Wireless configuration for Windows® using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) l Then enter the Network Key and Confirm Network Key, and then click Next. 4 m Click Next. The settings will be sent to your - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 64
for Windows® using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) n Check the printed Network Configuration page. Choose the status as it is shown for the Wireless Link Status on the Network Configuration - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 65
Wireless configuration for Windows® using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) p Disconnect the network cable between your access point (hub or router) and the machine, and click Next. 4 q Check the box - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 66
Windows® using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) Configuration using SES, WPS or AOSS from the control panel menu (Automatic wireless mode) 4 Before configuring the wireless settings 4 IMPORTANT • If - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 67
Wireless configuration for Windows® using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) d The CD-ROM main menu will appear. Click Advanced. 4 Note • If the Brother screen does not appear automatically, go to My - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 68
configuration for Windows® using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) g Read the Important Notice. Check the box after you confirm the wireless setting is enabled, and then click Next. 4 h Confirm the - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 69
® using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) l If the LCD shows Connected, the machine has successfully connected to your router or access point. You can now use your machine in a wireless network. If - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 70
595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) m Click Next. 4 n Check the box after you confirm that you have completed the wireless settings, and then click Finish. You have completed the wireless network setup. If you would like to continue installing drivers and software necessary for operating your - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 71
for Windows® using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) Configuration in Ad-hoc Mode 4 Before configuring the wireless settings 4 IMPORTANT • If you have previously configured the wireless settings of the - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 72
Wireless configuration for Windows® using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) d The CD-ROM main menu will appear. Click Advanced. 4 Note • If the Brother screen does not appear automatically, go to My - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 73
Windows® using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) g Choose Without cable (Advanced) and then click Next. 4 h Read the Important Notice. Check the box after you confirm the wireless setting is enabled, and - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 74
configuration for Windows® using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) i You need to temporarily change your computer's wireless settings. Follow the on-screen instructions. Make sure to take note of all - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 75
and Sharing Center icon. 3 Click Connect to a network. 4 You can see the SSID of the wireless Brother machine in the list. Choose SETUP and click Connect. 5 Click Connect Anyway and then Close. 6 Click View status of Wireless Network Connection (SETUP). 7 Click Details... and check the Network - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 76
Wireless configuration for Windows® using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) k Choose the machine you wish to configure, and click Next. If the list is blank, check if the machine is powered on, and then - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 77
, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) Note • If the list is blank, check if the machine is within range for wireless communication. Then, click Refresh. • If your target Ad-hoc network does not appear on the list, you can manually add it by clicking the Add button - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 78
Wireless configuration for Windows® using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) o Click Next. The settings will be sent to your machine. The Network Configuration page will be printed. The settings will - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 79
for Windows® using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) p Check the printed Network Configuration page. Choose the status as it is shown for the Wireless Link Status on the Network Configuration - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 80
® using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) r To communicate with the configured wireless device, you must configure your computer to use the same wireless settings. Manually change the wireless settings on - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 81
instructions in the supplied Quick Setup Guide or see Configuring your machine for a wireless network (Not available for DCP-365CN, DCP-395CN and MFC-295CN) on page 19. • You must know your wireless network settings before you proceed with this installation. If you are going to connect your Brother - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 82
Configuration for Macintosh using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) Configuration in Infrastructure mode 5 Before configuring the wireless settings 5 IMPORTANT • If you have previously configured - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 83
Configuration for Macintosh using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) Configure the wireless settings 5 a Turn on your Macintosh. b Put the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. Double-click the MFL - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 84
Wireless Configuration for Macintosh using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) e Choose Step by Step install (Recommended) and then click Next. 5 f Choose With cable (Recommended) and then click Next. g - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 85
-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) h Temporarily connect the Brother wireless device to your access point using a network cable and click Next. 5 i Choose the machine you wish to configure, and click Next. If the list is blank, check if the access point and the machine - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 86
, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) j The wizard will search for wireless networks available from your machine. Choose the access point you wish to associate the machine with, and then click Next. 5 Note • "SETUP" is the default SSID of the machine. Do not choose this SSID. • If the list is blank, check that - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 87
Wireless Configuration for Macintosh using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) l Then enter the Network Key and Confirm Network Key, and then click Next. 5 m Click Next. The settings will be sent to your - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 88
for Macintosh using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) n Check the printed Network Configuration page. Choose the status as it is shown for the Wireless Link Status on the Network Configuration - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 89
Wireless Configuration for Macintosh using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) p Disconnect the network cable between your access point (hub or router) and the machine, and click Next. 5 q Check the box - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 90
for Macintosh using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) Configuration using SES, WPS or AOSS from the control panel menu (Automatic wireless mode) 5 Before configuring the wireless settings 5 IMPORTANT If - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 91
Configuration for Macintosh using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) d Double-click Utilities. 5 e Double-click the Wireless Device Setup Wizard. f Choose Automatic install (Advanced) and click Next - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 92
Wireless Configuration for Macintosh using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) g Read the Important Notice and click Next. 5 h Confirm the on-screen message and click Next. i Press Menu, a or b to choose - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 93
using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) l If the LCD shows Connected, the machine has successfully connected to your router or access point. You can now use your machine in a wireless network. If - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 94
595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) m Click Next. 5 n Check the box after you confirm that you have completed the wireless settings, and then click Finish. You have completed the wireless network setup. If you would like to continue installing drivers and software necessary for operating your - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 95
for Macintosh using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) Configuration in Ad-hoc Mode 5 Before configuring the wireless settings 5 IMPORTANT If you have previously configured the wireless settings of the - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 96
Configuration for Macintosh using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) d Double-click Utilities. 5 e Double-click the Wireless Device Setup Wizard. f Choose Step by Step install (Recommended) and then - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 97
, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) g Choose Without cable (Advanced) and then click Next. 5 h Read the Important Notice. Check the box after you confirm the wireless setting is enabled, and then click Next. i You need to temporarily change your computer's wireless settings. Follow the on-screen instructions - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 98
Wireless Configuration for Macintosh using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) Network name:(SSID, ESSID) Communication Mode Ad-hoc For example: Authentication method Open system Encryption mode WEP NONE - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 99
Wireless Configuration for Macintosh using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) k Choose the machine you wish to configure, and click Next. If the list is blank, check if the machine is powered on, and then - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 100
, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) Note • If the list is blank, check if the machine is within range for wireless communication. Then, click Refresh. • If your target Ad-hoc network does not appear on the list, you can manually add it by clicking the Add button - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 101
Wireless Configuration for Macintosh using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) o Click Next. The settings will be sent to your machine. The Network Configuration page will be printed. The settings will - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 102
for Macintosh using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) p Check the printed Network Configuration page. Choose the status as it is shown for the Wireless Link Status on the Network Configuration - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 103
using the Brother installer application (For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) r To communicate with the configured wireless device, you must configure your computer to use the same wireless settings. Manually change the wireless settings on - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 104
to your network, use the Wired LAN menu selections. If you connect the machine to a wireless Ethernet network, use the WLAN menu selections. (Available for DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) This menu has 9 sections: BOOT Method, IP Address - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 105
Static mode In this mode the machine's IP address must be manually assigned. Once entered the IP address is locked to the assigned address. 3 RARP mode The Brother print server IP address can be configured using the Reverse ARP (RARP) service on your host computer. For more information on RARP, see - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 106
for the network the unit will be connected on. a Press Menu. b Press a or b to choose Network. Press OK. c For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW and MFC-495CW (For Wired) Press a or b to choose Wired LAN. 6 (For Wireless) Press a or b to choose WLAN. Press OK - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 107
subnet mask. Check with your network administrator for the subnet mask to use. a Press Menu. b Press a or b to choose Network. Press OK. c For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW and MFC-495CW (For Wired) Press a or b to choose Wired LAN. (For Wireless) Press a or - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 108
this field blank. Check with your network administrator if you are unsure. a Press Menu. b Press a or b to choose Network. Press OK. c For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW and MFC-495CW (For Wired) Press a or b to choose Wired LAN. (For Wireless) Press a or b to - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 109
setup For Touchscreen models a Press MENU. b Press Network. c (For Wired) Press Wired LAN. (For Wireless Brother recommends the name BRNxxxxxxxxxxxx for a wired network or BRWxxxxxxxxxxxx for a wireless , DCP-597CW and MFC-495CW (For Wired) Press a or b to choose Wired LAN. (For Wireless) Press a or - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 110
Control panel setup For Touchscreen models a Press MENU. b Press Network. c (For Wired) Press Wired LAN. (For Wireless) Press -375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW and MFC-495CW (For Wired) Press a or b to choose Wired LAN. (For Wireless) Press a or b to choose WLAN. Press OK. d Press - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 111
setup For Touchscreen models 6 a Press MENU. b Press Network. c (For Wired) Press Wired LAN. (For Wireless) the primary WINS (Windows® Internet Name Service) server. If set to a non-zero and MFC-495CW (For Wired) Press a or b to choose Wired LAN. (For Wireless) Press a or b to choose - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 112
Control panel setup d Press a or b to choose TCP/IP. Press OK. e Press a or b to choose Exit. For Touchscreen models 6 a Press MENU. b Press Network. c (For Wired) Press Wired LAN. (For Wireless) Press WLAN. d Press TCP/IP. e Press a or b to display WINS Server and then press WINS Server. - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 113
Control panel setup DNS Server 6 Primary DNS Server IP Address 6 This c For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW and 6 MFC-495CW (For Wired) Press a or b to choose Wired LAN. (For Wireless) Press a or b to choose WLAN. Press OK. d Press a or b to choose TCP/IP - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 114
when the print server cannot obtain an IP address through the BOOT Method you have set. a Press Menu. b Press a or b to choose Network. Press OK. c For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW and MFC-495CW (For Wired) Press a or b to choose Wired LAN. (For Wireless) Press - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 115
Control panel setup For Touchscreen models a Press MENU. b Press Network. c (For Wired) Press Wired LAN. (For Wireless) Press WLAN. d Press TCP/IP. e Press a or b to display APIPA and then press APIPA. f Press On or Off. g Press Stop/Exit. 6 6 106 - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 116
) 6 Status 6 This field displays the current wireless network status; Active(11b), Active(11g), or Connection Fail. a Press Menu. b Press a or b to choose Network. Press OK. c For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW and MFC-495CW Press a or b to choose WLAN. Press - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 117
-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW and MFC-495CW Press a or b to choose WLAN. Press OK. d Press a or b to choose WLAN Status. Press OK. e Press a or b to choose Signal. Press OK. f The current wireless network signal strength will be displayed; Signal:Strong, Signal:Medium, Signal - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 118
, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW and MFC-495CW Press a or b to choose WLAN. Press OK. d Press a or b to choose WLAN Status. Press OK. e Press a or b to choose SSID. Press OK. f The current wireless network SSID will be displayed. g Press Stop/Exit. For Touchscreen models - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 119
Control panel setup Comm.Mode 6 This field displays the current wireless network communication mode; Ad-hoc or Infrastructure. a Press Menu. b Press a or b to choose Network. Press OK. c For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW and MFC-495CW Press a or b to choose - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 120
setup Ethernet (Not available for MFC-253CW, MFC-255CW and MFC-257CW) 6 Ethernet link mode. Auto allows the print with your print server. a Press Menu. b Press a or b to choose Network. Press OK. 6 c For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW and MFC-495CW Press a - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 121
interface. You can check your machine's MAC address from the control panel. a Press Menu. b Press a or b to choose Network. Press OK. c For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW, DCP-377CW, DCP-593CW, DCP-595CW, DCP-597CW and MFC-495CW (For Wired) Press a or b to choose Wired LAN. (For Wireless) Press a or - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 122
Control panel setup Network I/F (For wireless models, not available for MFC-253CW, MFC-255CW and MFC-257CW) 6 You can choose the network connection type, wired network connection or wireless network connection. If you want to use the wired network connection, choose Wired LAN, and if you want to - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 123
panel setup Restoring the network settings to factory default 6 If you wish to reset the print server back to its default factory settings (resetting all information such as the password and IP address information), please follow these steps: Note This function restores all wired and wireless - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 124
Press OK. 6 c Press a or b to choose Network Config. Press OK. d (For US) Press Black Start or Color Start. (For UK) Press Mono Start or Colour Start. For Touchscreen models 6 a Press MENU. b Press Print Reports. c Press a or b to display Network Config and then press Network Config. d (For US - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 125
automate the installation of a printer driver. The remote PC does not have to be connected to a network. Connection methods 7 The Driver Deployment Wizard supports the two connection methods. Peer-to-Peer The device is connected to the network but each user prints directly to the machine WITHOUT - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 126
Driver Deployment Wizard (Windows® only) Network Shared 7 The device is connected to a network and a central print queue is used to manage all print jobs. 7 1 Client computer 2 Also known as "Server" or "Print Server" 3 TCP/IP or USB 4 Printer (your machine) 117 - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 127
Deployment Wizard (Windows® only) How to install the Driver Deployment Wizard software 7 a Put the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM e Read the license agreement carefully. Then follow the on-screen instructions. f Click Finish. Now the Driver Deployment Wizard software has been installed. 7 118 - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 128
see a welcome screen. Click Next. b Choose MFC, and then click Next. c Choose your connection type to the machine that you want to print to. d Choose the option you require, and follow the on-screen instructions. If you choose Brother Peer-to-Peer Network Printer, the following screen is displayed - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 129
: Click Have Disk and then specify the path of the printer driver. 7 f Click Next after you choose the correct driver. g A summary screen will appear. Confirm the settings of the driver. Creating an executable file The Driver Deployment Wizard software can also be used to create self running .EXE - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 130
you create an executable file for another user who does not have access to the same printer queue that you define into the executable file, the driver when installed on the remote computer will default to LPT1 printing. h Click Finish. The driver is automatically installed to your computer. 7 121 - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 131
, you can easily connect your machine to your network and install the network software and printer driver which you need to complete the configuration of your machine for a network. You will be guided by the on-screen instructions until you are able to use your Brother network printer. If you are - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 132
-to-Peer printing Configuring the standard TCP/IP port 8 Printer driver not yet installed Printer Driver Only (for Network). d Click Next in response to the Welcome message. Follow the on-screen instructions. e Choose Standard Installation and click Next. f Choose Brother Peer-to-Peer Network Printer - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 133
the IP address of your network printer. Click Next. g Click Finish. h Close Printer Ports and Properties dialog box. Other sources of information 8 See Configuring your machine for a network with an Ethernet cable connection (Not available for MFC-253CW, MFC-255CW and MFC-257CW) on page 10 to - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 134
the Brother Solutions Center at: http://solutions.brother.com. How to choose the print server (TCP/IP) 9 For Mac OS X 10.3.9 to 10.4.x a Turn on the machine by plugging in the power cord. b From the Go menu, choose Applications. c Open the Utilities folder. d Double-click the Printer Setup Utility - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 135
Network printing from a Macintosh g Choose Brother MFC-XXXX (XXXX is your model name), and then click Add. (Mac OS X 10.4.x) 9 h Click the printer, then click Make Default to set the printer as the default printer. The printer is now ready. Mac OS X 10.5.x a Turn on the machine by plugging in - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 136
Network printing from a Macintosh e Choose Brother MFC-XXXX (XXXX is your model name), and then click Add. f From the Default Printer pop-up menu choose your model to set as the default printer. The printer is now ready. 9 127 - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 137
server settings. Other sources of information 9 a Visit http://solutions.brother.com for more information on network printing. b See Configuring your machine for a network with an Ethernet cable connection (Not available for MFC-253CW, MFC-255CW and MFC-257CW) on page 10 to learn how to configure - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 138
the Brother Solutions Center at: http://solutions.brother.com. This chapter is divided into the following sections: General problems Network print software installation problems Printing problems Scanning and PC-FAX problems Protocol-specific troubleshooting Wireless network specific - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 139
Troubleshooting Note After the Brother software package is installed, re-enable your Firewall. Windows Vista® users: sure that Off (not recommended) is selected. d Click OK. Note After the Brother software package is installed, re-enable your Firewall. Macintosh Re-select your machine in - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 140
Troubleshooting Network print software installation problems 10 The Brother print server is not found during setup of the network print software installation or from the printer driver of the Brother machine in Windows®. The Brother print server is not found using the Simple Network - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 141
the necessary network connection to the machine. In this case, you will need to disable the Firewall on your computer and reinstall the drivers. For more information, see General problems on page 129. If you are using personal Firewall software, see the User's Guide for your software or contact the - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 142
Troubleshooting Printing problems 10 Print job is not printed 10 Make sure the status and configuration of the print server. Check the following: a Make sure that the machine is powered on, is on-line and ready to print. b Print the Network Configuration List of the machine and check if the - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 143
Network PC-Fax 1 137 137 1 Add Port number 137 if you still have trouble with your network connection after you added port 54925 and 54926. Port number 137 also supports printing, PhotoCapture Center™ and Remote Setup over the network. (Windows® XP SP2 or greater): 10 a Click the Start button - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 144
"Brother PC Fax". 2. In Port number: Enter "54926". 3. Make sure UDP is selected. 4. Click OK. i Make sure that the new setting is added and is checked, and then click OK. j If you still have trouble with your network connection such as network scanning or printing, check File and Printer Sharing - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 145
DCP-597CW, MFC-495CW and MFC-795CW) on page 72. Using the Setup Wizard from the control panel on page 28. Wireless connection problem 10 The wireless network connection is sometimes disabled. 10 The wireless network connection status is affected by the environment where the Brother machine and - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 146
to print to the Brother print server. The Brother print server provides the following predefined services (do a SHOW SERVICE command in the Brother print server remote console to see a list of available services): Enter HELP at the command prompt for a list of supported commands. Service (Example - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 147
the /etc/services file on your host as a real service; type man subnet mask and gateway of the print server. Unfortunately, the exact below is "BRW" for a wireless network.) BRN008077310107 1 00:80:77: software implementations will not respond to BOOTP requests if you have not included a download - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 148
a wireless network) Where the first entry is the MAC Address (Ethernet Address) of the print server and the second entry is the name of the print server on. Using APIPA to configure the IP address A The Brother print server supports the Automatic Private IP Addressing (APIPA) protocol. With APIPA, - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 149
the system to deliver IP addresses using BOOTP, DHCP or RARP your Brother print server can receive an IP address from any one of these IP address reset the print server (which will then allow you to use the ARP command again). To configure the print server and to verify the connection, enter the - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 150
into the print server. Type TELNET ipaddress at the command prompt, where ipaddress is the IP address of the print server. When you are connected, press ipaddress is the desired IP address you wish to assign to the print server (check with your network administrator for the IP address to use). For - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 151
Share (printer driver only) A Note If you are going to connect to a shared printer on your network, we recommend that you ask your system administrator about the queue or share name for the printer prior to installation. a Start the CD-ROM installation menu program according to the Quick Setup Guide - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 152
cable connection (Not available for MFC-253CW, MFC-255CW and MFC-257CW) on page 10 first. • Verify the host computer and print server are either on the same subnet, or that the router is properly configured to pass data between the two devices. • Only printer support is installed with Web Services - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 153
MFC-255CW and MFC-257CW) B Network Board NC-190h Model name LAN You can connect your machine to a network for Network Printing, Network Scanning, and PC Fax Send 1, PC Fax Receive 2 (Windows® only) and Remote Setup 2. Also included is Brother BRAdmin Light 3 Network Management software. Support - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 154
395CN and MFC-295CN) B Network Board Model name NC-200w LAN You can connect your machine to a network for Network Printing, Network Scanning, and PC Fax Send 1, PC Fax Receive 2 (Windows® only) and Remote Setup 2. Also included is Brother BRAdmin Light 3 Network Management software. Support for - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 155
models, MFC-253CW, MFC-255CW and MFC-257CW 3 If you require more advanced printer management, use the latest Brother BRAdmin Professional 3 utility version that is available as a download from http://solutions.brother.com. 4 Printing only for Windows Server® 2003/2008 5 For the latest driver updates - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 156
Appendix B Function table and default factory settings B For DCP-365CN and MFC-295CN B Level1 Level2 5.Network 1.TCP/IP Level3 1.BOOT Method Options Auto/Static/RARP/BOOTP/DHCP 2.IP Address [000-255].[000-255].[000-255].[000-255]. [ - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 157
Appendix B For DCP-395CN Level1 Network Level2 TCP/IP Ethernet MAC Address Network Reset Level3 BOOT Method IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Node Name WINS Config WINS Server DNS Server APIPA Options1 Auto/Static/RARP/BOOTP/DHCP [000-255].[000-255]. [000-255].[000-255]. [000].[000].[000].[000] 1 - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 158
MFC-253CW, MFC-255CW and MFC 000-255]. [000].[000].[000].[000] 8.DNS Server Primary/Secondary 2.Setup Wizard 3.SES/WPS/AOSS 4.WPS w/PIN Code 5.WLAN Status 9.APIPA /Off (Choose SSID from list or manually add SSID) Active(11b)/Active(11g)/ B Connection Fail Signal:Strong/Signal:Medium/Signal:Weak - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 159
Appendix B For DCP-373CW, DCP-375CW and DCP-377CW Level1 Level2 Level3 3.Network 1.Wired LAN 1.TCP/IP Level4 1.BOOT Method 2.IP Address 3.Subnet Mask 4.Gateway 5.Node Name 6.WINS Config 7.WINS Server 8.DNS Server 2.WLAN 2.Ethernet 9.APIPA 3.MAC Address 1.TCP/IP 1.BOOT Method 2.IP - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 160
Level4 5.Node Name 6.WINS Config 7.WINS Server 8.DNS Server 9.APIPA 2.Setup Wizard - 3.SES/WPS/AOSS - 4.WPS w/PIN Code - 5.WLAN ].[000].[000] On/Off (Choose SSID from list or manually add SSID) Active(11b)/Active(11g)/ Connection Fail Signal:Strong/Signal:Medium/ Signal:Weak/Signal:None (Shows - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 161
Appendix B For other machines Level1 Network Level2 Wired LAN Level3 TCP/IP Options1 BOOT Method IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Node Name WINS Config WINS Server DNS Server WLAN APIPA Ethernet MAC Address TCP/IP BOOT Method IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway B Options2 Auto/Static/ - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 162
255].[000-255]. [000].[000].[000].[000] DNS Server Primary/Secondary APIPA Setup Wizard - SES/WPS/AOSS - WPS w/PIN Code - WLAN Status 000].[000] On/Off (Choose SSID from list or manually add SSID) Active(11b)/Active(11g)/ Connection Failed Signal:Strong/Signal:Medium/ Signal:Weak/Signal:None - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 163
Appendix B Entering Text B For Touchscreen models B When you are setting certain menu selections, you may need to enter text into the machine. Press to choose numbers, characters or special characters. Up to four letters are assigned to each button on the Touchscreen. By pressing the correct - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 164
number keys have three or four letters printed on keys. The keys for 0, # and l do not have printed letters because they are used for special characters. By pressing the correct number key repeatedly, you can access the character you want. For setting wireless network options B Press Key one time - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 165
Appendix B Repeating letters B If you need to enter a letter that is on the same key as the letter before, press c to move the cursor to the right before you press the key again. Special characters and symbols B Press l, # or 0, and then press d or c to move the cursor under the special - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 166
(INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER appear in supporting documentation. This software is provided "as is" without express or implied warranty. This product includes SNMP software from WestHawk - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 167
mentioning features or use of this software must display the following acknowledgment: "This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 168
(INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, C PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. The licence and - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 169
Brother installer application 25, 27 Brother Solutions Center 13, 17, 128 C Channels 20 Control Panel 95 Custom Raw Port 9 D DHCP 8, 137 DNS Client 8 DNS Server 104 Driver Ping 131, 133 Print server setting 16 Protocol 8 R RARP 8, 139 D Remote Setup 1, 18 Restoring the network settings 114 RFC - Brother International MFC 295CN | Network Users Manual - English - Page 170
IP 8, 95 TCP/IP Printing 122 TELNET 9, 141 Text entering 154 special characters 156 TEXT_P1 137 TKIP 21 Trademarks i W Web BRAdmin 4 Web Services 9, 143 WEP 21 Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ ...25, 26, 39, 44, 57, 81, 107 WINS 8 WINS Config 101 WINS Server 102 Wireless network 19 WPA-PSK/WPA2
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