Ricoh C210SF Network Users Guide - Page 9
Types of Network Connections - printer direct
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Introduction Types of Network Connections Generally speaking, there are two types of network: A Peer-to-Peer network and a shared Network. 1 Network Connection Example Peer-to-Peer printing using TCP/IP 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® Windows® Switch or Router TCP/IP TCP/IP Network printer (your machine) ■ In a smaller network of 2 or 3 computers, we recommend the Peer-to-Peer printing method as it is easier to configure than the Network Shared Printing method described on the following page. See Network Shared Printing on page 1-4. ■ Each computer must use the TCP/IP Protocol. ■ The machine needs an appropriate IP address configuration. ■ If you are using a router, the Gateway address must be configured on the computers and the machine. 1 - 3