With the use of a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server, you can automate the administration of IP addresses for printers. However, you may want your printer to have a static IP address. To set up a static IP address on a Ricoh Aficio C811 color printer, follow the steps below. (These steps will also work on many other Ricoh printer models.)
1. When the printer is powered on and ready, press the Menu button.
2. Using the up or down arrows, scroll down through the menu to Host Interface and press the OK button.
3. Scroll down to Network and press the OK button.
4. Machine IPv4 Address is the first option on the network menu; click the OK button when it is highlighted.
5. You will see two options -- Auto-Obtain (DHCP) and Specify, and below them will be three tabs -- IP Add., Subnet M, and Gateway. Scroll down so that Specify is highlighted, and then press the arrow button below the left-most tab (IP Add.).
6. Using the up and down arrows to change the numeric value, enter the IP address you want to use for the printer. Use the side arrows to go to the next part of the address once you've entered the value for the current octet.
7. Once you've entered the complete IP address, press the OK button. (If you want to cancel out without saving the new address, press the Escape button instead.)
8. If you need to specify a subnet mask and gateway address, you can enter those values in the same way, by selecting each of the corresponding tabs on the IPv4 menu (Subnet M and Gateway, respectively).
9. After you've entered all of the information and saved each address, make sure Specify is highlighted and press the OK button. You should see "Programmed" displayed on the screen.
10. Turn the machine off and then back on to apply the changes and reset the network connection.
(Originally posted on FixYa.com, March 2011)
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Monday, December 15, 2014
How to set up a static IP address in Windows Vista
Static IP addresses are often used for computers that host specific services, or for computers on small, manually managed networks. To set up a static IPv4 address on a Windows Vista computer, first find an IP address that is not currently in use and is outside the DHCP assignable range (if applicable). Then follow either of the procedures below.
From the taskbar:
1. Right click on the network connection icon in the system notification tray.
2. Select Network and Sharing Center.
3. Under Tasks, select Manage network connections.
4. Right click on the network connection that you want to set up the IP address for (Local Area Connection, Wireless Network Connection, etc.)
5. Select Properties.
6. If the User Account Control window pops up, select Continue.
7. Click on Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
8. In the Properties window, click the circle next to Use the following IP address.
9. Enter the IP address that you want to assign to the computer.
10. Enter the subnet mask and default gateway. (For small or home networks, these will typically be 255.255.255.0 and 192.168.1.1, respectively.)
11. Enter the IP address of the DNS server next to Preferred DNS server.
12. If you have an alternate DNS server, enter that IP address as well.
13. Click OK to save the changes.
From the Start menu:
1. Click the Vista orb.
2. Right click on Network.
3. Follow the procedure above, starting with step #3.
Reserving an IP address under DHCP is different from setting up a static IP address, but if you are setting up a static IP address that is within the DHCP range you will need to reserve it too. To reserve an IP address, log into your router's configuration utility and look for a heading such as DHCP or IP Address Distribution. You will probably need either the computer's Windows name or its MAC address in order to reserve an IP address for it.
(Originally published on FixYa.com, January 2011)
From the taskbar:
1. Right click on the network connection icon in the system notification tray.
2. Select Network and Sharing Center.
3. Under Tasks, select Manage network connections.
4. Right click on the network connection that you want to set up the IP address for (Local Area Connection, Wireless Network Connection, etc.)
5. Select Properties.
6. If the User Account Control window pops up, select Continue.
7. Click on Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
8. In the Properties window, click the circle next to Use the following IP address.
9. Enter the IP address that you want to assign to the computer.
10. Enter the subnet mask and default gateway. (For small or home networks, these will typically be 255.255.255.0 and 192.168.1.1, respectively.)
11. Enter the IP address of the DNS server next to Preferred DNS server.
12. If you have an alternate DNS server, enter that IP address as well.
13. Click OK to save the changes.
From the Start menu:
1. Click the Vista orb.
2. Right click on Network.
3. Follow the procedure above, starting with step #3.
Reserving an IP address under DHCP is different from setting up a static IP address, but if you are setting up a static IP address that is within the DHCP range you will need to reserve it too. To reserve an IP address, log into your router's configuration utility and look for a heading such as DHCP or IP Address Distribution. You will probably need either the computer's Windows name or its MAC address in order to reserve an IP address for it.
(Originally published on FixYa.com, January 2011)
Wednesday, November 5, 2014
How to set up a static IP address in Windows XP
Your computer's IP address is what identifies it on your network. An IP address is like a phone number, uniquely identifying that device so other devices can communicate with it. IP addresses can be either static or dynamic.
Most computer networks use a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server to hand out and manage IP addresses. These IP addresses are considered dynamic, because they are only temporary -- after a set amount of time, the lease expires and that IP address is thrown back into the pool to be used by another device.
A Windows XP computer can be set up with a static IP address -- one that doesn't change, even when your computer has been off for an extended time -- with a few simple steps. However, using a static IP address can be tricky, because you need to know which IP addresses are available to use. If you pick an IP address outside the range your network recognizes, your computer won't be able to connect to any other devices, including your router or switch. If you are on a business network, talk to your network administrator before setting up a static IP address. If you are on a home network, check your router's settings to see what range of IP addresses the router uses.
If you currently have a dynamic IP address, you can use that one as your static IP address. If you're going to pick a new static IP address, try to pick one outside the range of IP addresses that your DHCP server hands out. For example, if your DHCP server uses the IP addresses from 192.168.1.100 to 192.168.1.150, then you could pick an IP address such as 192.168.1.170. When picking an IP address, be sure not to pick one that's in use by another computer or device. Using the same IP address for more than one device will cause connection problems.
Once you are sure you want to switch to a static IP address and you have an address picked out, changing the settings is easy. Access the Network Connections window, either by right-clicking on My Network Places (on the desktop or in the Start menu) and choosing Properties, or through the Control Panel. Then choose the connection you want to give a static IP address to (such as "Local Area Connection"). Scroll down the list of services until you get to "Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)." Click Properties, and a dialogue box will pop up.
If you currently use DHCP and dynamic IP addresses, the radio button next to "Obtain an IP address automatically" is selected. To change to a static IP address, click the button underneath it ("Use the following IP address"). Input the IP address you plan on using, as well as the subnet mask and gateway address. (The subnet mask is most likely 255.255.255.0 if you are on a home network, and the gateway address will be your router's IP address.)
In order to connect to the Internet, you'll need a DNS (Domain Name System) server. Hopefully your router can perform this function; type your router's IP address next to "Preferred DNS server."
Once you click OK to close out any open windows and save your changes, your computer will assume the new IP address. To verify that Windows applied the change, go back into the command prompt and run "ipconfig" again; you should see the new IP address displayed. Next to the line marked "DHCP enabled" it should now say no instead of yes.
Your computer now has a static IP address. Assuming there is no conflict with any other devices, and assuming the IP address (and other information) you input is valid, your computer will now keep that IP address until you tell it otherwise. To re-enable DHCP, simply go back into the network properties and click the appropriate radio button. (You'll also want to re-enable "Obtain DNS server address automatically.")
(Originally posted on Helium.com, October 2009)
Most computer networks use a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server to hand out and manage IP addresses. These IP addresses are considered dynamic, because they are only temporary -- after a set amount of time, the lease expires and that IP address is thrown back into the pool to be used by another device.
A Windows XP computer can be set up with a static IP address -- one that doesn't change, even when your computer has been off for an extended time -- with a few simple steps. However, using a static IP address can be tricky, because you need to know which IP addresses are available to use. If you pick an IP address outside the range your network recognizes, your computer won't be able to connect to any other devices, including your router or switch. If you are on a business network, talk to your network administrator before setting up a static IP address. If you are on a home network, check your router's settings to see what range of IP addresses the router uses.
If you currently have a dynamic IP address, you can use that one as your static IP address. If you're going to pick a new static IP address, try to pick one outside the range of IP addresses that your DHCP server hands out. For example, if your DHCP server uses the IP addresses from 192.168.1.100 to 192.168.1.150, then you could pick an IP address such as 192.168.1.170. When picking an IP address, be sure not to pick one that's in use by another computer or device. Using the same IP address for more than one device will cause connection problems.
Once you are sure you want to switch to a static IP address and you have an address picked out, changing the settings is easy. Access the Network Connections window, either by right-clicking on My Network Places (on the desktop or in the Start menu) and choosing Properties, or through the Control Panel. Then choose the connection you want to give a static IP address to (such as "Local Area Connection"). Scroll down the list of services until you get to "Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)." Click Properties, and a dialogue box will pop up.
If you currently use DHCP and dynamic IP addresses, the radio button next to "Obtain an IP address automatically" is selected. To change to a static IP address, click the button underneath it ("Use the following IP address"). Input the IP address you plan on using, as well as the subnet mask and gateway address. (The subnet mask is most likely 255.255.255.0 if you are on a home network, and the gateway address will be your router's IP address.)
In order to connect to the Internet, you'll need a DNS (Domain Name System) server. Hopefully your router can perform this function; type your router's IP address next to "Preferred DNS server."
Once you click OK to close out any open windows and save your changes, your computer will assume the new IP address. To verify that Windows applied the change, go back into the command prompt and run "ipconfig" again; you should see the new IP address displayed. Next to the line marked "DHCP enabled" it should now say no instead of yes.
Your computer now has a static IP address. Assuming there is no conflict with any other devices, and assuming the IP address (and other information) you input is valid, your computer will now keep that IP address until you tell it otherwise. To re-enable DHCP, simply go back into the network properties and click the appropriate radio button. (You'll also want to re-enable "Obtain DNS server address automatically.")
(Originally posted on Helium.com, October 2009)
Tuesday, June 24, 2014
How to manually set the IP address for an HP LaserJet 600 M601 / M602 / M603
To set up a static IP address for a LaserJet Enterprise 600 M601, M602, or M603 printer, or to change the current static IP address, follow these steps:
- With the printer on and ready, press the OK button to bring up the menu
- Scroll down to Administration
- Press OK
- Scroll down to Network Settings
- Press OK
- Scroll down to JETDIRECT MENU
- Press OK
- Scroll down to TCP/IP
- Pres OK
- Scroll down to IPV4 SETTINGS
- Press OK
- CONFIG METHOD will be displayed; press OK to select it
- Scroll down to MANUAL
- Press OK
- Scroll down to MANUAL SETTINGS
- Press OK
- IP ADDRESS will be displayed; press OK to select it
- Using the number keys, input each portion (octet) of the IP address, then press OK to go to the next octet
- Scroll down to SUBNET MASK
- Using the number keys, input each portion (octet) of the subnet mask, then press OK to go to the next octet
- Scroll down to DEFAULT GATEWAY
- Using the number keys, input each portion (octet) of the gateway IP address, then press OK to go to the next octet
- Press the Home button to exit out of the menu
You can also set a static IP address from the printer's embedded web server, using your computer and a web browser. In order to change the IP address that way, the printer must already have an IP address assigned (either manually or through DHCP).
- With the printer on and ready, press the OK button to bring up the menu
- Scroll down to Administration
- Press OK
- Scroll down to Network Settings
- Press OK
- Scroll down to JETDIRECT MENU- Press OK
- Scroll down to TCP/IP
- Pres OK
- Scroll down to IPV4 SETTINGS
- Press OK
- CONFIG METHOD will be displayed; press OK to select it
- Scroll down to MANUAL
- Press OK
- Scroll down to MANUAL SETTINGS
- Press OK
- IP ADDRESS will be displayed; press OK to select it
- Using the number keys, input each portion (octet) of the IP address, then press OK to go to the next octet
- Scroll down to SUBNET MASK
- Using the number keys, input each portion (octet) of the subnet mask, then press OK to go to the next octet
- Scroll down to DEFAULT GATEWAY
- Using the number keys, input each portion (octet) of the gateway IP address, then press OK to go to the next octet
- Press the Home button to exit out of the menu
You can also set a static IP address from the printer's embedded web server, using your computer and a web browser. In order to change the IP address that way, the printer must already have an IP address assigned (either manually or through DHCP).
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