Epson Stylus C82WN Setup Guide
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EPSON Stylus C82WN
Setup and Installation
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Contents
INTRODUCTION 1
Wireless Printing 2
Windows System Requirements 4
Macintosh System Requirements 5
Where to Get Information 6
SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER 7
Unpacking the Printer 8
Installing the Ink Cartridges 9
Loading Paper 11
Running a Printer Check 11
CONFIGURING WIRELESS PRINTING FOR WINDOWS 13
Preparing to Install 14
Installing the C82WN Software 15
Installing the Printer Driver and Status Monitor 16
Installing the EpsonNet Wireless Print Server and WP-Admin Utility 17
Setting Up the Print Server 18
Connecting the Print Server 18
Configuring the Print Server 20
Completing the Installation 23
Setting Up a Network Port 25
Setting Up a Network Port on Windows XP or 2000 25
Setting Up a Network Port on Windows Me, 98, or 95 27
Setting Up a Network Port on Windows NT 29
Setting Up Additional Computers 30
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CONFIGURING WIRELESS PRINTING FOR MACINTOSH 31
Preparing to Install 32
Installing the C82WN Software 33
Installing the Printer Software on Mac OS X 34
Installing the Printer Software on Mac OS 8.6 to 9.x 35
Installing the EpsonNet Wireless Print Server and WP-Admin Utility 36
Setting Up the Print Server 37
Connecting the Print Server 37
Configuring the Print Server 39
Adding the Printer to the Mac OS X Print Center 41
Selecting the Printer on Mac OS 8.6 to 9.x 42
Setting Up Additional Macintosh Computers 42
SOLVING WIRELESS PRINTING PROBLEMS 43
Problems and Solutions 44
Uninstalling the Software 50
Windows 50
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Macintosh OS X 51
Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x 51
Where To Get Help 52
APPENDIX A:
CONFIGURATION SETTINGS 53
APPENDIX B:
SPECIFICATIONS AND NOTICES 59
Print Server Specifications 59
Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty 60
FCC Compliance Statement 62
INDEX 63
Introduction
Your EPSON Stylus® C82WN printer combines all the features of EPSON’s
exclusive ink jet technology—extremely fast print speeds, ultra-sharp text, vibrant
™
colors, and long-lasting DuraBrite
■ You can print from any computer on your existing network, if the network
includes a wireless access point.
■ Even without an existing network, you can print from any wireless-equipped
Windows® PC or laptop, Macintosh,® Apple® iBook,™ or PowerBook,® from
distances up to 120 feet.
The EpsonNet 802.11b Wireless Print Server included with the printer is compatible
with most wireless adapters and access points that comply with the WiFi™ (Wireless
Fidelity) standard. This book provides all the instructions you’ll need for setting up
the printer, installing the software, and configuring your system for wireless printing.
ink—with a wireless print server.
1
Wireless Printing
The EPSON Stylus C82WN is designed for use in a small office, home, or school
network. On a wired network like the one illustrated below, the computers and other
equipment share information through a series of cables.
Computers
Cable/DSL modem
Router
With a wireless network, you share information between computers and printers
using radio waves, similar to the technology used in cordless phones. You can place
the EPSON Stylus C82WN in a convenient location and print to it without having to
connect it to your computer or network.
You can add the EPSON Stylus C82WN to your network either with or without a
wireless access point (or AirPort™ Base Station).
If you have an access point/base station, both wired and wireless-equipped computers
can print to the printer. An access point might also allow computers to share other
resources, such as Internet access.
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The illustration below shows a wireless network that uses an access point.
Printer
Wireless
print server
Cable/ DSL modem
Access point or
AirPort Base Station
Wireless
laptop
Computers on
LAN (Local
Area Network)
If you don’t have an access point, you can still print to the EPSON Stylus C82WN
from any desktop computer or laptop that has a wireless adapter. In the illustration
below, both wireless-equipped computers communicate directly with the print server.
Printer
Wireless
computers
Wireless print
server
Before you can set up your EPSON Stylus C82WN, you need to decide how you
will use it: either with an access point (in infrastructure mode), or without an access
point (in ad hoc mode, also called ad hoc 802.11b, computer-to-computer, and
peer-to-peer).
Introduction 3
Windows System Requirements
For wireless printing with the EPSON Stylus C82WN, make sure each computer
meets the following requirements:
■ A Microsoft
®
Windows compatible PC or laptop with a Pentium®-equivalent
processor, 333 MHz or faster recommended
■ Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT
®
4.0, Windows 2000,
or Windows XP
■ 64MB of RAM (128MB recommended)
■ 100MB of free hard disk space (200MB or more recommended)
■ VGA or better display adapter and monitor (SVGA for Windows XP)
■ CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the printer software
In addition, each computer needs to be connected to an existing wired network that
has a wireless access point, or needs to have a wireless adapter installed.
■ An access point may be combined with a hub or router or may be a separate
unit. For a current list of supported access points, see EPSON’s web site at:
http://support.epson.com.
■ Wireless adapters can be installed in a PCMCIA slot on a laptop, a PCI slot in a
desktop computer, or connected through a USB port.
Make sure your wireless adapter(s) work in ad hoc mode if you want to print
without an access point. For a list of supported adapters, see EPSON’s web site at:
http://support.epson.com.
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Macintosh System Requirements
For wireless printing with the EPSON Stylus C82WN, make sure each Macintosh
meets the following requirements:
■ An Apple iBook, iMac,
™
PowerBook G3 or G4, Power Mac G4 Cube, or
Power Mac G3 or G4
■ Mac
®
OS 8.6 through 9.x; OS X 10.1 or later (Mac OS 9.1 or later
recommended)
■ For Mac OS 8.6 through 9.x: 32MB of available RAM (64MB recommended)
For Mac OS X: 128MB RAM (256MB recommended)
■ 100MB of free hard disk space (200MB recommended)
■ VGA display or better
■ CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the printer software
In addition, each computer either needs to have a wireless adapter installed, or needs
to be connected to an existing wired network that has a wireless access point or
AirPort Base Station.
Note: If you are using AirPort, EPSON recommends that you use the print server
with an access point or AirPort Base Station. With AirPort, your print server works
more reliably in infrastructure mode.
Make sure the access point supports AppleTalk.® For a list of supported access
■
points, see EPSON’s web site at: http://support.epson.com.
■ For computers not connected to a wired network, you need an AirPort card or
Macintosh-compatible wireless adapter. Make sure your card or adapter works in
ad hoc mode if you want to print without an access point. For a list of supported
adapters, see EPSON’s web site at: http://support.epson.com.
■ If you are using an AirPort card or the AirPort Base Station, use AirPort software
version 2.04 or later.
Introduction 5
Where to Get Information
Use this booklet to set up and configure your EPSON Stylus C82WN for wireless
network printing. Please follow these guidelines:
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Notes contain important information about your printer.
For additional information, check the following:
■ Start Here
Fast-track instructions for setting up your printer and configuring your network
for wireless printing.
■ Printer Basics
Tells you how to print all types of documents and photos with Windows or on a
Macintosh, maintain the printer, and solve basic problems.
■ Your on-screen EPSON Printer Information Center
Gives you quick, on-screen access to information about your printer. It includes
EPSON Print Show animated tutorials on loading special paper, replacing ink
cartridges, and other tasks. It also includes your on-screen Reference Guide for
additional information about your printer. See Printer Basics for instructions on
viewing the Print Show animations and Reference Guide.
■ On-screen software help
If you need assistance as you use the printer software, click the Help button.
■ http://support.epson.com
You can receive technical advice through e-mail and access troubleshooting
information, software updates, and new print server firmware. Information about
configuring the print server for NetWare
protocols is also available.
If you still need help after checking these sources, you can speak to a technical support
representative or take advantage of EPSON’s automated support services as described
on page 52.
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environments and other network
Setting Up Your Printer
This chapter describes how to unpack and set up your printer.
You can locate the printer and print server anywhere in your home or office.
However, keep in mind that walls and ceilings will weaken the signal between your
print server, computer(s), and access point, and that the print server must be within
120 feet of your other equipment.
Make sure you choose a location away from high temperatures, direct sunlight,
humidity, and dust. Do not place the print server on a metal surface or near other
devices that might cause interference, such as cordless phones operating at 2.4 GHz,
microwave ovens, or Bluetooth™ devices.
Follow the instructions in these sections:
■ Unpacking the printer
■ Installing the ink cartridges
■ Loading paper
■ Running a printer check
7
Unpacking the Printer
Follow these steps to unpack the printer, remove the packaging material, and attach
the paper support:
1. Take everything out of the box. Make sure you have all the items shown here:
Printer software
Print server
power supply
Print server
base
Printer Basics
Parallel cable
Print
server
CD-ROM
Ink cartridges
2. Remove all the tape and packing material from
the printer, as shown.
Be sure to check inside and all around the printer
for tape and other packing materials.
Paper support
Printer
8 Setting Up Your Printer
Caution: Make sure you follow all the Safety Instructions listed in the Printer
Basics book.
3. Slide the paper suport into the
grooves on either side of the sheet
feeder.
The paper support should fit
securely.
Installing the Ink Cartridges
Follow these steps to plug in the printer, turn it on, and install the ink cartridges:
1. Plug the printer’s power cord into a grounded
electrical outlet.
2. Press the P power button until the green power
light comes on.
Caution: Always use the P power button to turn the
printer on or off. Never use an external switch, such as
a power strip switch or wall switch.
3. Lower the printer’s output tray and open the cover.
Warning: Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of
children. If ink gets on your skin, wash the area
thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets in your
eyes, flush them immediately with water.
Power button
Setting Up Your Printer 9
4. Shake the package of ink cartridges four or five times. Then
remove the cartridges from the package. Don’t shake them
after removing the packaging.
Caution: Don’t remove the cartridge labels, or ink may leak.
Don’t touch the green circuit boards on the back of the
cartridges.
5. Lower each ink cartridge into its holder. The
color of the cartridge label should match the
marker on the holder.
Note: Install all four ink cartridges, and leave
them installed for all types of printing, or the
printer won’t work.
6. Gently push each cartridge down until it is
firmly seated.
Tip: Press the “bull’s-eye” on the cartridge
label to make sure the cartridge is all the way down.
7. Press the H ink button and close the printer
cover.
Ink charging takes about 90 seconds. You
see the green P power light flash and hear
the printer working. Don’t turn off the
printer during this process or you’ll waste
ink.
Ink button
Caution: Never turn off the printer when the
green P power light is flashing, unless the
printer hasn’t moved or made any noise for
more than 5 minutes.
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Loading Paper
1. Fan a few sheets of paper and place them
against the right edge guide. Don’t push
the paper in.
2. Slide the left edge guide against the paper,
but not too tightly.
Don’t load paper above the arrow inside
the edge guides.
Make sure the paper lies flat against the
paper support.
3. Pull out the output tray extensions.
Don’t load paper above the arrow
Running a Printer Check
Before you connect the printer, print a test page to make sure the printer is working
properly. Make sure letter-size or larger paper is loaded in the printer.
1. Press the P power button to turn off the printer.
2. Hold down the ) paper button as you press and release the P power button.
3. Continue holding down the ) paper button until the P power light starts
flashing, then release it.
The printer prints a sheet showing its ROM version number, ink counter, and a
nozzle check pattern.
If the test page doesn’t print, check for any red lights on the printer. See the “Problem
Solving” chapter in the Printer Basics book for guidelines. If none of the solutions
work, contact EPSON as described on page 52.
Once the printer is set up and has ink and paper, you’re ready to install the software
and connect the print server. See the next section for instructions.
Setting Up Your Printer 11
12 Setting Up Your Printer
Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows
This chapter explains how to install the software, set up the print server, and
configure wireless printing in Windows. It also explains how to set up additional
computers to use the printer on a wireless network.
Before you can install the print server, you need to make sure that your wireless
network adapter(s) are installed and ready. If you have an existing network, you also
need to verify that your access point is operating correctly and linked to your network
adapters. If you need instructions, see the documentation or help files that came with
your equipment.
Then follow the instructions in these sections:
■ Preparing to install the printer and print server
■ Installing the C82WN software
■ Setting up and configuring the print server
■ Setting up a network port
■ Setting up additional computers
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Preparing to Install
Make sure you do the following to prepare for installation:
■ Follow the instructions beginning on page 7 to set up the printer, install ink
cartridges, and load paper.
■ If your computer has a wireless network interface, make sure the wireless mode is
set to Infrastructure (if you are connecting to the printer through an access
point), or 802.11b Ad Hoc (if you are connecting without an access point). For
instructions, see the documentation or online help for your wireless adapter.
Note: Do not select a pseudo ad hoc or proprietary ad hoc mode.
Make sure you have selected the correct network name or SSID (Service Set
■
Identifier).
■ In Windows XP, check your Wireless Network Connection Properties and make
sure your settings are correct.
■ If you’re using WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) encryption on your wireless
network, you need to temporarily disable WEP on your computer. This allows
you to connect to and configure the print server. Follow the instructions in your
wireless adapter’s documentation.
Be sure to write down the WEP key used on your network. After you configure
the print server, you can enable WEP on your computer again.
Note: If your access point only allows WEP-enabled clients to connect to it, you
may have to set your computer’s wireless mode to 802.11b Ad Hoc before you
configure the print server.
■
If you’re going to use the printer in ad hoc mode, note the IP address of your
computer. (For instructions on viewing a computer’s IP address, see page 54.)
■ If your computer has a wireless network interface and you’re using infrastructure
mode, make sure there is a link with good signal strength (greater than 50
percent) between the computer and the access point. See your wireless adapter’s
documentation for details.
14 Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows
Installing the C82WN Software
Your printer CD-ROM includes the following software:
■ EPSON Stylus C82WN printer driver
You must install the printer driver on every computer that uses the EPSON Stylus
C82WN printer. This software controls print settings and provides several
utilities for printer maintenance. For instructions on using your printer driver, see
the Printer Basics book.
■ EPSON Status Monitor
This program keeps track of the ink levels in the printer and notifies you when
paper runs out or gets jammed.
■ WP-Admin
This utility lets you configure the print server for your network. You only need to
install it on one computer, and in most cases, it is the only configuration utility
you need to install.
■ EpsonNet Direct Print
This software, which sets up a network printer port, must be installed on every
Windows Me, 98, or 95 computer that uses the printer.
■ EPSON Software
™
Film Factory
™
This photo management program lets you organize, beautify, and print your
photos in a flash.
■ EPSON Printer Information Center
This program includes Print Show animated tutorials and a comprehensive
reference guide for your printer.
■ XAdmin32
This utility lets you configure the print server for a Novell® NetWare network
and perform more advanced configuration for other protocols.
■ Your print server also comes with a built-in web-based configuration utility,
which enables you to change configuration settings from any computer on the
wireless network that supports a standard web browser. You must configure the
print server using WP-Admin or XAdmin32 before you can use this utility.
Note: To use the print server’s built-in configuration utility, just start your web
browser and enter the print server’s IP address in the browser’s Address box. For
more information, visit EPSON’s web site at http://support.epson.com.
Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows 15
Installing the Printer Driver and Status Monitor
1. Insert your printer CD-ROM in the
drive. You see the EPSON Installation
Program.
If you don’t see this window, go to
My Computer, then double-click the
Epson CD-ROM icon.
2. Double-click Install EPSON Stylus
C82WN Printer Driver
3. Read the license agreement and click
Accept to continue.
The files are copied to your computer.
4. When you see this window, wait until
you see the Stop searching button, then
click Stop searching. (The button will
take a few minutes to appear.)
.
More files are copied.
5. When you see this message, click
OK.
6. When you see the Product Registration screen,
follow the instructions to register your printer.
At the last screen, click
Done or close your
browser.
You see the Installation Program again.
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Click Stop searching
7. Double-click Install EPSON Status Monitor and wait while the files are copied
to your computer. Click
OK when setup is complete.
8. Continue with the instructions below to install the EpsonNet Wireless Print
Server and WP-Admin utility.
Installing the EpsonNet Wireless Print Server and WP-Admin Utility
Once the printer driver and Status Monitor are installed, you’re ready to install the
EpsonNet Wireless Print Server and WP-Admin utility.
1. Double-click Install EpsonNet Wireless Print Server Utilities on the
Installation Program screen.
2. If you see this message, click Continue.
Caution: You must install the Java Runtime
Environment if it’s not already installed on your
computer.
3. When you see the license agreement, read it and click Yes to continue. Follow the
instructions on the screen.
You see a selection window:
4. Select Program Files and
WP-Admin, and click Next.
You see the Wireless Server Search
window:
5. Follow the instructions in the next section to set
up and connect the print server.
Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows 17
Setting Up the Print Server
Once the software is installed, you’re ready to connect the print server to the printer
and configure it for your network. Before you start, make sure the printer is turned
off.
Connecting the Print Server
1. Slide the print server into the base and press firmly to
attach it.
2. Locate the parallel cable included with
the printer. Connect the larger end of
the cable to the printer’s parallel port.
Then secure it with the wire clips.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to
the parallel port on the print server and secure it
as necessary.
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