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- Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 1
Fiery® C9 Server Configuration and Setup - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 2
© 2016 Electronics For Imaging, Inc. The information in this publication is covered under Legal Notices for this product. 31 March 2016 45142356 *45142356* - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 3
resources 9 General precautions for working with the C9 Server 10 Requirements 12 Ethernet connection requirements 12 Network requirements 12 Supported network protocols 12 Internet Protocol (IP) requirements 13 Client computer requirements 13 Installing and configuring printer drivers 13 - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 4
Removable hard disk drive 36 Restricting IP addresses and ports 36 Controlling email access to the C9 Server 36 LDAP authentication 37 Securely clearing job data 37 Configuring print connections 38 Print queue 38 Hold queue 39 - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 5
Symbol Set 46 Font Source 46 Font Number 46 Append CR to LF 46 Paper Size for System Pages 47 Printer Default Personality 47 Variable Data Printing (VDP) settings 47 FreeForm 1 Record Length 47 Parse Number of Records While Spooling 47 Common Global Paths 48 Set Page Device (SPD 48 Native - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 6
up and restoring the C9 Server 61 Recommendations to preserve data 61 Back up and restore settings with Configure 62 Using the Fiery System Installer 63 Troubleshooting 67 Perform basic troubleshooting 67 Collect troubleshooting information 68 Create job error reports 68 Resolve runtime - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 7
Configuration and Setup 7 Contents Index 73 - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 8
Configuration and Setup 8 Contents - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 9
conditions: • The C9 Server is installed at the site and confirmed as operational by the service technician. • The C9 Server is connected to the network, a power source, and the to refer to the Fiery® C9 Server, printer, and supported operating systems. Term or convention Refers to Aero C9 Server - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 10
material • Fiery Color Reference - help.efi.com/ref/colorref/en-us/ • Variable Data Printing - help.efi.com/ref/vdp/en-us/ • Workflow Examples - help.efi intended to be serviced by technical support only. Warning: Ensure that the power cabling remains as configured by the service technician. Only - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 11
Configuration and Setup 11 Introduction Caution: Do not enable the Windows Firewall on the C9 Server. If you do, unexpected results may occur. The Windows Firewall function is disabled by default. Notifications regarding the LCD window: Caution: Handle the C9 Server LCD window with care. If the LCD - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 12
and cable categories are listed in the following table. This information is provided only as a reference. Contact your authorized service/support center for resolution of any connection issues. Network speed 10BaseT 100BaseTX 1000BaseT 10GBaseT Cable category Category 3 or later Category 5 or - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 13
utility software is only supported for Mac OS X v10.7 and later. Internet Protocol (IP) requirements To be available as a network printer, the C9 Server requires the following: • Unique IP address (IPv4 or IPv6) • Subnet mask • Gateway address You can enter these items manually or use DHCP protocol - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 14
Configuration and Setup 14 Requirements Note: Support for Windows OS versions is based upon the latest service pack. Both 32 and 64-bit versions are supported unless otherwise noted. • Windows Vista: Home Basic Edition, Home Premium Edition, Ultimate Edition, Business Edition, Enterprise Edition • - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 15
or later • Mac OS: Safari 7 or later, Firefox 31.0 or later, Chrome 37.0 or later Note: Microsoft releases frequent updates to Internet Explorer. Because support cannot be guaranteed for all versions, use the specified version for best results. On Mac OS, some versions of Firefox may not allow you - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 16
subnet as the C9 Server. If Secure Printing is enabled, you can use Secure Printing when printing from a mobile device. The C9 Server supports Direct Mobile Printing from the following mobile devices that have iOS 4.2 (with printing functionality) or later: • iPad • iPhone (4 or later) • iPod touch - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 17
Server is correctly installed at your site, the power supply and cooling are adequate, and the required cables are connected. The service technician also installs the Fiery Integrated Workstation (if available). This includes a monitor, keyboard, mouse, and furniture kit. Note: The Fiery Integrated - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 18
, the C9 Server may become unstable or unusable. Important: Do not install third-party applications onto the C9 Server. Third-party applications are not supported and may cause errors. Note: If the settings are reset to factory defaults at any point, the server automatically reboots to identify the - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 19
Front panel Figure 1: C9 Server front panel Configuration and Setup 19 Integrating the C9 Server into your network 1 Control panel 2 DVD drive 3 USB port 4 Reset button 5 Power button - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 20
Connector panel The following illustration is provided as a reference. Figure 2: C9 Server connector panel Configuration and Setup 20 Integrating the C9 Server into your network Callout Refers to 1 DVI port (unused) 2 USB ports (x2) 3 USB ports (x2) 4 Power connector 5 Monitor (VGA) port - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 21
. However, configuration changes may require a reboot of the C9 Server. Warning: Ensure that the power cabling remains as configured by the service technician. Only the designated power cable and a grounded, correctly rated outlet should be used, and the cable should be protected by a surge - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 22
. Before you shut down, restart, or reboot the C9 Server, we recommend confirming the reason with your local computer administrator or with technical support. 1 Make sure that the C9 Server is not receiving, processing, or printing any files. If the system has just finished processing, wait at - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 23
Configuration and Setup 23 Integrating the C9 Server into your network 4 You can now shut down, restart, or reboot the C9 Server: • To completely shut down the C9 Server, press Shut Down System. • To restart the C9 Server system software without rebooting the Windows operating system, press Restart - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 24
Accessing the C9 Server Configuration and Setup 24 Accessing the C9 Server You can access the C9 Server through the following methods: • Use the monitor (FACI) to access the C9 Server desktop. This provides access to all the applications available on the C9 Server, including Command WorkStation - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 25
is required to use this feature. For more information, see Utilities and Command WorkStation Help. Start WebTools To start WebTools, you need to use a supported Internet browser and have the IP address or DNS name of the C9 Server available. • Start an Internet browser and type the IP address or - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 26
Configuration and Setup 26 Accessing the C9 Server Operating system password Since the C9 Server is a Windows-based system, a password for the Windows operating system is required. The Windows password is separate from the C9 Server Administrator and Operator passwords. Important: The default - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 27
Configuration and Setup 27 Performing initial setup with the Fiery Setup Wizard Performing initial setup with the Fiery Setup Wizard Fiery Setup Wizard provides a quick, easy way to perform initial setup of the C9 Server. You can use the wizard to select a predefined configuration based upon your - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 28
security of your printer while controlling user access. • Production Use if the priority is to take full advantage of complex variable data handling, fast speed, continuous throughput, and advanced paper handling. • Transactional Use to optimize C9 Server processing speed while maintaining superior - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 29
Configuration and Setup 29 Performing initial setup with the Fiery Setup Wizard 2 Access Configure through one of the following methods: • In the Server menu, click Configure. • In Device Center on the General or Users tabs, click Configure. 3 In the Fiery Setup dialog box, click Fiery Setup Wizard. - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 30
Configuration and Setup 30 Accessing the configuration settings Accessing the configuration settings After initial setup with the Fiery Setup Wizard, we recommend that you review the C9 Server configuration to make sure the settings are optimized for your network and print environment. When to - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 31
Configuration and Setup 31 Accessing the configuration settings 2 Access Configure through either of the following methods: • Select Server > Configure. • In Device Center, on the General or Users tab, click Configure. 3 If the Fiery Setup dialog box displays, click Configure. If you have not - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 32
Configuration and Setup 32 Accessing the configuration settings 7 In the Certificate Import Wizard dialog box, click Next and then do the following: a) Select Place all certificates in the following store and click Browse. b) In the Select Certificate Store dialog box, select Trusted Root - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 33
Configure at Network > Bonjour. As an option, you can use AppleTalk to download Mac fonts to the C9 Server. Font downloads are the only function supported over AppleTalk. This setting is disabled by default and is available in Configure at Network > AppleTalk. - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 34
specifying the C9 Server remote printer name as a destination. The C9 Server supports the following remote printer names: • print • hold • sequential • name users from your organization's global address list if you enable LDAP services on the C9 Server. The following topics are an overview designed - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 35
the Job Log • Deleting, viewing, and modifying other users' print jobs • Printing black-and-white or color jobs • Clearing the C9 Server of all job data • Calibrating the C9 Server (if allowed by the administrator) Guest privileges (no password) Users do not need a password to log on as a Guest from - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 36
Configuration and Setup 36 Configuring the C9 Server for your network and print environment Configuring security features The C9 Server includes the following security settings: • Removable hard disk • Restrictions on the allowed IP addresses and ports • LDAP authentication • Secure Erase Note: You - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 37
drive, elements of the job may remain on the hard disk drive and can possibly be recovered with disk recovery tools. Secure Erase clears job data securely from the hard disk drive by overwriting each job file three times. Secure Erase applies only to deleted jobs. We recommend leaving Secure Erase - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 38
Server feature to delete the entire Job Log. • If the C9 Server is manually powered off before the deletion of a job is finished, the job may not changes to take effect. Configuring print connections The C9 Server supports several print connections, which determine how users can submit jobs to - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 39
Configuration and Setup 39 Configuring the C9 Server for your network and print environment Print queue The Print queue is the standard C9 Server queue. Jobs sent to the Print queue are processed and printed in the order in which they are received. Hold queue Jobs sent to the Hold queue are spooled - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 40
a cover page even if is selected. Mobile device printing Direct Mobile Printing allows direct wireless printing to the C9 Server from supported mobile devices. Supported mobile devices must be connected to the same wireless-network subnet as the C9 Server to print using Direct Mobile Printing - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 41
Click Job Submission and make sure the following settings are enabled: a) Click Queues and select Publish Print Queue. b) Select IPP. c) Click Web Services for Devices (WSD) and select Enable WSD. d) Click Direct Mobile Printing and select Enable Direct Mobile Printing (disabled by default). 4 Click - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 42
Configuration and Setup 42 Configuring print job processing settings Configuring print job processing settings The configuration settings that relate to how print jobs are processed are also referred to as raster image processing (RIP) settings. APPE settings To access the APPE settings, open - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 43
occurred. Select No to cancel the print job entirely when a PostScript error is encountered. Leave this setting at No unless you encounter printing problems. Settings: No (default) Yes Default Paper Sizes Select the default set of paper sizes. If no page size is defined within a PostScript file - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 44
Ultra heavy5 (321 - 360 g/m2) Configuration and Setup 44 Configuring print job processing settings Cover Page Specify whether to print a cover page (job summary) containing the name of the user who sent the job, document name, C9 Server name, time the job was printed, the number of pages printed, - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 45
Resolution Specifies the resolution when the job prints. Settings: 1200x600 dpi (default) 1200 dpi Configuration and Setup 45 Configuring print job processing settings Offset Jobs Specify whether to have jobs offset after they are printed. You must have a finisher installed. If you set this - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 46
Landscape Configuration and Setup 46 Configuring print job processing settings Form Length Set the number of lines to be printed per page in PCL jobs. Settings: 5-128 (default is 60) Font Size (pt) If the default PCL font selected in Font Number represents a proportionally spaced scalable - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 47
are sent to the PCL interpreter. If set to PS, incoming jobs are sent to the PS interpreter. Settings: Auto (default) PCL PS Variable Data Printing (VDP) settings To access VDP settings, choose Configure > RIP > VDP. For information about configuring VDP search paths, see VDP search path on page - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 48
the letter of a mapped drive) If Remote Server authentication is required, select Remote Server Authentication then enter the user name and password. After entering the data for the new path, press OK to save the information. Set Page Device (SPD) Select to make it possible to select Use set page - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 49
settings Enable Native Document Conversion Using PrintMe Enables the C9 Server to process native document file formats through the PrintMe Cloud Service. Settings: On Off (default) Send Licensing Updates to the Fiery Administrator Email Address Enables the C9 Server to send licensing updates - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 50
by sending an email message in a particular format to the C9 Server (see Administrator commands for managing address books on page 52). The C9 Server supports a maximum of 1,000 entries in each address book. Important: Email messages to manage the address books can be sent only from an administrator - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 51
Configuration and Setup 51 Configuring print job management settings Restore address books You can manage address books by sending an email to the C9 Server with commands in the Subject and Message fields. The C9 Server responds by email with information about each request. To add or remove more - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 52
Deleted Address 1 Deleted Address 2 The C9 Server also lists any addresses that cannot be deleted and includes the reason. To receive help #Help N/A for E-mail Service RE: Help Provides troubleshooting email syntax - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 53
Configuration and Setup 53 Configuring print job management settings Job mismatch settings This section provides some examples of the expected behavior of various combinations of the job mismatch settings. The mismatch settings are available in Configure, under Job Management > Job Mismatch. For - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 54
Configuration and Setup 54 Configuring print job management settings 1 The job is sent to the printer. 2 An error message about the mismatch appears in Command WorkStation. 3 The message remains until you take action. - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 55
and other items. Maintaining optimal C9 Server performance The C9 Server is designed to require no maintenance. In addition, the C9 Server supports multiple methods for optimizing performance. Reduce network traffic: • Only publish the print connections that are being used. The C9 Server constantly - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 56
computer. To make it easier for users to define a search path for variable data printing, you can map a client computer as a drive on the C9 Server. Map network drive. 2 In the Map Network Drive wizard, follow the on-screen instructions to map a network drive. a) In the Drive drop-down list, choose - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 57
job • Paths that you define in Configure for common global objects • Path that the application specifies for VPS or PPML resources when it generates the data stream - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 58
on the jobs in the lists in Command WorkStation. In Command WorkStation, click Clear Server from the Server menu. Command WorkStation displays a list of which data can be cleared. - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 59
The following types of data can be cleared: • Held jobs • Active jobs • Printed jobs • Archived jobs that are stored on the server • Archived network links to jobs • VDP resources • Job - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 60
from the Update Server. You can also use this notification as a reminder if you want to confirm the update completed during the timeout period. To manually download the updates to the C9 Server, access Check Now by clicking the notification in the taskbar. 5 If you use a proxy server to connect - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 61
disk. For detailed information about how to use Command WorkStation to back up and restore settings, see Command WorkStation Help. Recommendations to preserve data To preserve your data, we recommend the following: • Do not turn off the system while accessing the hard disk. • Back up your original - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 62
may be irretrievably lost. If problems with the hard disk occur, we cannot assure extended storage of the following data: • Third-party fonts • Color profiles, including profiles downloaded or edited using Spot-On • Job notes and instructions • Variable data documents • Address books • C9 Server - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 63
selected for back up. 1 In Configure, select Fiery Server > Restore. 2 Select the backup reference file and the backup data file and click Next. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to restore your settings and click Finish. Using the Fiery System Installer You can use the Fiery System Installer to - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 64
Configuration and Setup 64 Administering the C9 Server Create a system backup with the Fiery System Installer You must back up your system and create a backup image to recover from any unexpected system crashes and the hard disk drive failure. 1 Start the Fiery System Installer. 2 From the What do - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 65
the backup image. • Folder location of the backup image. 5 Select the backup image and click OK. 6 When a message appears indicating that all the current data will be erased, click Continue if you want to proceed with the restore. Restore with bootable media To restore from the bootable media, you - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 66
Utility Perform advanced backup management operations Launch Windows Task Manager Configuration and Setup 66 Administering the C9 Server Description Allows the Administrator to: • Load backup settings from a USB flash drive to apply to system backup images. • Save or restore backup history files. • - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 67
support. Perform basic troubleshooting These troubleshooting cables are intended to be serviced by authorized service technicians only. 2 If the that the C9 Server has not been manually put into sleep mode through the are not supported on the C9 Server and can cause system problems. 9 Confirm - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 68
the Idle state or any other issues remain, collect the related information and contact technical support. Collect troubleshooting information Collecting the following information can help technical support provide efficient solutions. 1 Write down or photograph the current status showing on the C9 - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 69
Configuration and Setup 69 Troubleshooting • Description of expected result • Description of incorrect result • jobs are considered confidential, remove the job files before sending the zip file to technical support. 6 Save the job error report. Resolve runtime errors Most runtime errors are related - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 70
: • Ping the C9 Server from the workstation, and perform standard troubleshooting of any connection issues. • As an option, you can configure with Command WorkStation If a problem occurs while you are connecting to the C9 Server, an error message is displayed. The problem can occur when: • - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 71
Configuration and Setup 71 Troubleshooting If you experience this problem, try the following solutions, in this order: • A remote computer running utilities or WebTools may be interfering by obtaining status information. If possible, close the remote - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 72
Configuration and Setup 72 Troubleshooting - Oki C942dp | C931 C941 C942 - Fiery C9 Server - Configuration Guide - Page 73
Setup 73 Index R restoring 61 runtime errors 69 S Sequential Print 40 software updates 59 system updates Check Now feature 60 T troubleshooting Command WorkStation connection problems 70 U UNIX workstation network requirements 34 V VDP search paths, user-defined 58 W Windows network requirements 33
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