Contents
Installing the printer on a wireless network
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Wireless network compatibility
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Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network
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Bypassing security warnings during software installation
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Installing the printer on a wireless network
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Wireless installation instructions (France only)
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Interpreting the colors of the Wi-Fi indicator light
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Configuring an IP address manually
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Changing wireless settings after installation
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Installing the printer on other computers
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Advanced wireless setup
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Creating an ad hoc wireless network
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Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network
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Troubleshooting a printer on a wireless network
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Wireless troubleshooting checklist
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Printing a network setup page
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Wireless configuration does not continue after the USB cable is attached
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Cannot print over wireless network
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Wi-Fi indicator light is not lit
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Wi-Fi indicator light is green but the printer does not print (Windows only)
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Wi-Fi indicator light is blinking orange during installation (Windows only)
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Wi-Fi indicator light is blinking orange during installation (Macintosh only)
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Wi-Fi indicator light is still orange
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Wireless print server not installed
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“Communication not available” message displays when printing wirelessly
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Frequently asked questions
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What is a network?
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How are home networks configured?
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What is a MAC address?
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How do I find the MAC address?
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What is an IP address?
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How do I locate IP addresses?
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How are IP addresses assigned?
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How do I attach the installation cable?
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Why do I need an installation cable?
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What is the difference between infrastructure and ad hoc networks?
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Finding the signal strength
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What is an SSID?
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How do I find out what type of security my network is using?
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Can I use my printer on a USB and a wireless connection at the same time?
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How can I improve wireless signal strength?
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Notices
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Networking glossary
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Index
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