Konica Minolta MINOLTA NETWORK FOR PI6000 User Manual

Software License Agreement and Warranty

(i) Fo r the U.S. and Canada

Software License Agreement

Importan t:

Before installing the software please careful ly read thi s License Agree men t. The
installation of this software indicates your acceptance of the terms and conditions of
this License. If you do not agree with the terms and conditions, you should return the
software to Minolta Corporation for a full refund.

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protect their rights in the event of any violation of these terms.

The License permits you to:

1. Use this software in the conduct of business without limit when the software is
used with the intended Minolta Product.

2. SOFTWARE: You may install and use the SOFTWARE on a computer to which
the Minolta Printer is attached.

OR

NETWORK: If the software is installed on a computer acting as a network
server, any number of computers or workstations may access or utilize the printer
services of that server. The printer services are described in the printed materials
accompanying the Printer Network Card.

The following uses are not permitted:

1. Making of alterations to the software

2. Right to grant sub-license, leases or other rights to others.

3. Merge this software product or any portion of it into another product or program

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You may not export or re-export the software or any copy or adaptation in violation of
any applicable laws or regulations.

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By installing this software, you acknowledge that you have read this agreement,
understand it and agree to be bound by its terms and conditions. You further agree that
this is the complete and exclusive statement of the agreement between us and
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otherwise to enforce its rights under this agreement, Minolta Corporation shall be
entitled to recover from Licensee, in addition to any other sums due, reasonable
Attorney fees, cost and disbursements.

Limited Software War r anty

Limited Warranty:

Minolta warrants that the software will perform in accordance with the accompanying
written materials for a period of (90) ninety days from the date of purchase. Minolta
does not warrant that the operation of the program will meet your requirements. This
limited warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have others, which vary from
state/jurisdiction to state/jurisdiction.

Purchasers Remedies:

Minolta’s entire liability and your exclusive remedy with respect to the software shall
be at Minolta’s option either, repair or replacement of the software. The software must
be returned to Minolta with a copy of your proof of purchase. The Limited Warranty is
void if failure of the software has resulted from accident, abuse, or misapplication. Any
replacement software will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty
period or (30) thirty days, whichever is longer.

The remedies provided herein are customer’s sole and exclusive remedies. In no event
shall Minolta Corporation be liable for any lost profits, direct, indirect, special,
incidental, or consequential damages, whether based on contract, tort, or any other
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Minolta Network Card W arranty

Warranty Term:

Minolta Network Cards have a (1) One Year Warranty. The Network Card must be

returned to Minolta for repair or replacement at Minolta’s discretion.

Warranty Coverage:

Minolta Corporation warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and
materials for a period of one year from the date of receipt of the unit. If the unit fails to
function as written in the User Manual, Minolta will repair or replace the unit at no
charge. Minolta will ship at their expense a exchange unit overnight to replace the
defective unit.

The remedies provided herein are the customers sole and exclusive remedies. In no
event shall Minolta Corporation be liable for any lost profits, direct or indir ect, special,
incidental, or consequential damages, whether based on contract, tort, or other legal
history.

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PLEASE READ CAREFULL Y TH E LICENSE AGRE EMENT BELOW BEFO RE
OPENING THIS PACKAGED SOFTWARE. OPENING THIS PACKAGE
INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS AND CONDITION BELOW.
IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THEM, YOU SHOULD PROMPTLY RETURN
THE PACKAGE UNUSED.

1.SOFTWARE
Software means the computer program contained in this package (which may include

digitally encoded, machine readable, scalable outline font data as encoded in a special
format), together with all codes, techniques, software tools, format, design, concepts,
methods and ideas associated with the computer program and all documentation related
thereto.

2. LICENSE AGREEMENT
This is a license agreement and not an agreement for sale. Minolta owns, or has been

licensed from other owners, copyrights in the Software. Except as stated in this
Agreement, you are not granted any rights to patents, copyrights, trade names,
trademarks (whether registered or unregistered), or any other rights, franchises or
licenses in respect of the Software. Title to the Software and any copy made from it is
retained by Minolta or such other owners.

3. LICENSE
Minolta, hereby grant to you, and you agree to accept a non-exclusive, non-transferable

and limited license and you may:
(1) install and use the Software on a single computer and one associated printer.
(2) use the Software only for your own customary business or personal purpose.
(3) make a copy of the Software for backup or installation purpose only in support of

the normal and intended use of the Software.

(4) transfer possession of copies of the Software to another party by transferring a

copy of this Agreement and all other documentation along with at least one
complete unaltered copy of the Software, provided that (i) you must, at the same
time, either transfer to such other party or destroy all your other copies of the
Software. (ii) such transfer of possession terminates your license from Minolta,
and (iii) such other party shall accept and be bound by these license terms by its
initial use of the Software.

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4. RESTRICT IONS

(1) You shall not without the written consent of Minolta:

(i) use, copy , modify, merge or transfer copies of the Software except as provided

herein.

(ii) reverse assemble or reverse compile the Software except as permitted by law;

or

(iii) Sublicense, rent, lease or distribute the Software or any copy thereof.

(2) You shall not export or re-export the Software in any form under violation of

export restrictions by the government of your country.

5. LIMITED WARRANTY

Minolta warrants the media on which the Software is recorded to be free from defects
in materials and workmanship under normal use. Warranty details and limitations for
the Software are described in the Statement of Limited Warranty which was supplied
with the hardware. With the exception of the foregoing express warranties applicable to
hardware and media only, the Software is not warranted and is provided
SUCH WARRANTIES ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARR ANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.

6. LIMITATION OF REMEDIES

IN NO EVENT WILL MINOLTA BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOST PROFITS, LOST
DATA, OR ANY OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
THAT RESULT FROM USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE, EVEN IF
MINOLTA OR ITS AUTHORIZED REMARKETERS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF
THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES OR FOR ANY CLAIM BY YOU
BASED ON A THIRD PARTY CLAIM.

7. TERMINATION

You may terminate your license at any time by destroying the Software and all your
copies of it or as otherwise described in these terms. Minolta may terminate your
license if you fail to comply with these terms. Upon such termination, you agree to
destroy all your copies of the Software.

8. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the country where the delivery is
made to the original customer.

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9. GOVERNMENT END USERS
If you are acquiring the Software on behalf of any unit or agency of the United States

Government, the following provisions apply. Use, duplication or disclosure by the
Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in the Rights in Technical Data and
Computer Software clause at FAR 252.227-7013, subdivision (b)(3)(ii) or
subparagraph (c)(1)(ii), as appropriate. Further use, duplication or disclosure is subject
to restrictions applicable to restricted rights software as set forth in FAR 52.22719 (c)
(2).

YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT,
UNDERSTAND IT, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ITS TERMS AND
CONDITIONS. NEITHER PARTY SHALL BE BOUND BY ANY STATEMENT
OR REPRESENTATION NOT CONTAINED IN THIS AGREEMENT. NO
CHANGE IN THIS AGREEMENT IS EFFECTIVE UNLESS WRITTEN AND
SIGNED BY PROPERLY AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES OF EACH
PARTY. BY OPENING THE PACKAGE, YOU AGREE TO ACCEPT THE TERMS
OF THIS AGREEMENT.

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Table of Contents

Organization

This manual has been divided into six sections. Section I contains hardware
descriptions and installations. Section II contains information on enhanced print server
management. The Network Operating System (NOS) protocol sections are found in
Sections III through VI.

All sections in this manual have been designed to be independent of another.

Chapter 1 Hard ware Installation

Hardware installation......................................................................1-2

Hardware Trouble shooting............................................................1-7

Sample Configuration Sheet...........................................................1-8

Mechanical Specifications............................................................1-10

Wiring Specifications...................................................................1-11

Chapter 2 Enhanced Management Features

SNMP.............................................................................................2-2

Checking Printer Status..................................................................2-4

Chapter 3 NetWare

Introduction ....................................................................................3-3

Minolta Network Utility for NetWare............................................3-5

Additional Utility Options.................................................. ..........3-14

Minolt a N e t w o rk for NDS.......... ........ ................. ........ ........ ........ .3-20

Chapter 4 TCP/IP

Introduction ....................................................................................4-4

Configuring the Minolta Network device.......................................4-6

TCP/IP Configuration and Printing..............................................4-12

Minolta Network Utility for TCP/IP ............................................4-19

Additional utility Options....................................... .......... .......... ..4-27

Telnet Configuration....................................................................4-35

Troubleshooting............................................................................4-41

Application Considerations ..........................................................4-47

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Chapter 5 Apple EtherTalk

Introduction ....................................................................................5-2

The Minolta Network Utility..........................................................5-3

Troubleshooting..............................................................................5-9

Selecting Your Printer.................................................................5-13

Capturing With a Spooler.............................................................5-14

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Overview

Network Operating Systems

Minolta Network products simultaneously support several network
protocols in various combinations. Below is a list of supported
network protocols accompanied with NOS/OS requirements.

Novell NetWare

Novell NetWare versions 3.x, 4.1 and higher.

TCP/IP and Windows NT

TCP/IP, FTP and Remote LPD protocols. Simple Network
Management Protocol (SNMP) and Windows NT are supported in
this environment.

Apple Ether Talk

Macintosh System 6.x or later and LaserWriter Driver version 8.x.v

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Technical Support

To Contact:

Minolta Corporation

Addr: 101 Williams Drive, Ramsy, New Jersey 07446

Czechia : Minolta spol,s.r.o,Vever 102,65910,BRNO

Austria : Minolta Austria GmbH,Amalienstrasse 59-61,1131 Wien

Belgium : Minolta Business Equipment S.A.,IndustrieparkKeiberg,

Excelsiorlaan 10, 1930

Denmark : Minolta Danmark a/s,Valhojs Allee 160,2610 Rodovre

Finland : Oy Facit Electronics Ab, P.O. Box 93,02201 Espoo

France : Minolta France Sa.,Div.Equipement de Bureau,

365-367 oute de Saint Germain,78424 Carrieres Sur
Seine Cedex

Germany : Minolta Germany,Minoltaring 11,30855 Langenhagen

Italy : Minolta Italia,Via Stephenson 37,20157 Milano

Netherland : Kopieersystemen Netherland B.V.,Schipholweg 343,

1171 PL Badhoevedorp

Portugal : Minolta Portugal Lda., Av. do Brasil 33a, 1700 Lisboa

Spain : Minolta Business Equipment Spain S.A.,Paseo de la

Castellana 254,28046 Madrid

Sweden : Minolta Business Equipment Ab,Albygatan

114,17109 Solna

United Kingdom :Minolta U.K. BEO,Rooksley Park,Precedent Drive/

Rooksley, Milton Keynes MK 13 8Hf

Bulgaria : Minolta Bulgaria o.o.d., Ulica Christo Georgiev

4,1504 Sofia

Budapest : Minolta Magyarorszag KFT,Galvani u. 4, 1117

Budapest

Tel: 1-888-2-MINOLTA (1-888-264-6658)

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Poland : Minolta Polska sp.zo.o.,Ul,Nowolipie 7A, 00-146

Warszawa

Tel:[phone] Fax:[phone]

Romania : Minolta Romania SRL,Soseaua Oltenitei 35-37,etaj

8,Sector 4,71212 Bucuresti

Tel:[phone] Fax:[phone]

Slovakia : Minolta Slovakia Spol.s.r.o.,Prievozsk 18,821 09

Bratislava

Tel:[phone] Fax:[phone]

Slovenia : Minolta Slovenia d.o.o.,Ptrujska 19,61000 Ljubljana

Tel:[phone] Fax:[phone]

Baltia : Minolta Baltia,Didzioji 11,2001 Vilnius/Litauen

Tel:[phone] Fax:[phone]

Ukraina : Minolta Ukraina,Bulvar Lesi Ukrainki 26,252 133

Kiev 133/ Ukraine

Tel:[phone] Fax:[phone]

Czechia : Minolta Czechia spol.sr.o.,Veveri 102,659-10 BRNO

Tel:[phone] Fax:[phone]

Czechia : Minolta Czechia spol.sr.o.,Vysehradsk§ 51,128 00

Praha 2

Tel:[phone] Fax:[phone]

Zagreb : Minolta Zagreb d.o.o.Supilova 7,41000 Zagreb

Tel:[phone] Fax:[phone]

Beograd : Minolta d.o.o.Beograd,Bitoljska 16,Beograd(Zarkoro)

Tel:[phone] Fax:[phone]

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Technical Support

When you call Techinical Support, the following information will help us answer your
questions more quickly and accurately. Please be able to identify the following:

• Minolta Network device serial number

• Minolta Network device configuration sheet

• Type of network cable connected to the Minolta Network device

• Computer and network adapter card make and model numbers

• Nerwork Operating System and version number

Please write these numbers down in the space provided below for future reference.

Minolta Network device S/N:
Ethement ADDR: :::::

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Chapter 1

Hardware Insta lla tio n

Chapter 1

Hardware Installation

In This Chapter

Hardware Installation ......................................................................1-2

Product Overview....................... .......... ................... .......... .......... ...1-2

Hardware Description.....................................................................1-3

Installing the Minolta Network device...........................................1-5

Powering on the Equipment ...........................................................1-6

Printing a Configuration Sheet from the Control Panel.................1-6

Hardware Troubleshooting..............................................................1-7

Minolt a N e t w o rk Print Serv er Status ..... ......... ........ ........ ........ .......1-7

Unable to Print................................................................................1-7

Hardware Error Messages ..............................................................1-7

Sample Configuration Sheet...........................................................1-8

Chapter 1

Mechanical Specifications ............................................................1-10

Wiring Specifications.....................................................................1-11

Connector Specifications..............................................................1-11

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Product Overview

The Minolta Network device is a multi-protocol network interface
card. The Minolta Network hardware installs in the controller of the
printer and allows Ethernet network users to connect directly to the
printer.

The Minolta Network package contains the following:

• Minolta Network User's Guide (this manual)

• Minolta Network print server

• 4 (3.5") diskettes labeled

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• Product registration card

Flexible Ethernet Connection

The Minolta Network device is equipped with two connectors: thin
Ethernet (10BASE2), twisted-pair (10BASE-T). Only one of the two
connectors can be active at a time.

Minolta Network Utilities for NetWare
Minolta Network Utility for TCP/IP
Minolta Network Utility for EtherTalk

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Hardware Description

The Minolta Network device assembly fits into the controller.

Jumper Switches

• Restore Factory Defaults (J5):
When this jumper is loaded and the print server is installed in the
printer and power is turned on, all variables are reinitialized to their
factory settings. The status LED (round orange/green) will flash
orange and eventually turn solid green when the factory settings have
been reset. The jumper must be removed prior to re-configuring the
print server and resuming standard operation.

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• Link Status (J7):
This jumper is provided to allow the Minolta Network device to
support a 10BASE-T connection to some older hubs that do not
provide a Link Status signal. Loading this Jum per forces L ink Status.
The 10BASE2 connection may not function correctly if the Link
Status jumper is loaded.

CAUTION: Do NOT change the default jumper setting without instructions
from our Technical Support.

Link Status Indicator

If the 10BASE2 connector is used or the cable is disconnected, the
link status indicator (the rectangular, green indicator) will remain of f .
The indicator will illuminate green when a connection has been
established with a 10BASE-T hub or when the Link Status Jumper
(J7) is installed.

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Status Indicator

When the printer is powered-on, the Minolta Network device
executes a self-test diagnostic. The indicator flashes red during self­test and changes to solid green when the Minolta Network device
passes self-test. The Status indicator flashes green whenever the
Minolta Network device is receiving data or is sending data to the
printer. The Status indicator will remain red if the Minolta Network
device fails self-test or if communication with the printer is
unsuccessful. If your Minolta Network device fails self-test, consult

Hardware T roubleshooting.

10BASE2 COAX, Thin Ethernet Cable

Thin-wire (coaxial) Ethernet cabling must be terminated with a 50­ohm terminator at both ends of the line. Y ou will need to use an
Ethernet T-connector to install the Minolta Network device. Unless
you are using special centralized cabling, network operation will be
interrupted while you add the Minolta Network device on a thin-wire
network. The Minolta Network device auto-senses a 10BASE2
connection.

10BASE-T UTP, Unshielded Twisted-Pair Cable

Twisted-pair systems utilize 10BASE-T hubs or concentrators.
Adding the Minolta Network device will not interrupt network
operation. The Minolta Network device auto-senses a 10BASE-T
connection.

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Installing the Minolta Ne twork device

Minolta Network device installation consists of the following:

• Turn the printer off

• Ground yourself

• Install the Minolta Network device

• Connect the network cabling

• Power on the printer

• Run the appropriate network utility

NOTE: If you have not already done so, we recommend that you write down
the serial number and Ethernet address of your Minolta Network device for
future reference. We have provided a space on page 6 for you to record these
numbers.

Installation Steps

1. Turn the printer off, unplug the power cord, and disconnect all
cables.

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2. Ground yourself by touching the metal frame of the printer and
then remove the Minolta Network device from its protective
bag.

CAUTION: The Minolta Network device is sensitive to static electricity.
Please observe the following precautions when handling the Minolta Network
device:

• Leave the card in the anti-static bag until you are ready to install.

• Grasp the edges of the board only.

• Do not bring the card into contact with carpet, fabrics or ungrounded
surfaces.

• Return the card to the anti-static bag if you remove it from the
printer.

3. Push the Minolta Network device into the controller until the
two holes in the bracket line up with the screw holes in the back
of the printer. Install the two screws.

4. Connect the network cabling. (See the previous page for cabling
information.)

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Powering on the Equipment

Apply power to the printer. The status indicator will flash orange
during self-test. The indicator changes to green when the card passes
self-test.

Printing a Configuration She et from the Control Panel

If requested, the Minolta Network device generates a configuration
sheet via the printer control panel. A configuration sheet provides
configuration and status information, as well as network statistics.
Once the Minolta Network device is operating, you can also print a
configuration sheet at any time using the Minolta Network utilities.

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Refer to the printer manual for documentation on using the printer
menu to print a configuration sheet.

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Hardware Troubleshooting

Minolta Network Print Server Status

Upon power-up, the LED flashes orange. It changes to green when
the Minolta Network device passes self-test. The LED stays orange if
the Minolta Network device fails self-test or if communication with
the printer is unsuccessful. If the LED turns solid orange due to a
network protocol error, a configuration sheet will be printed
automatically. Check the error message reported on the configuration
sheet.

Unable to Print

If your Minolta Network device passes self-test and you are unable to
print a configuration sheet or are unable to send data to the printer via
the Minolta Network device, check the following:

• Printer configuration

• Printer hardware

• Computer network adapter cards

• Cabling and/or connectors

• Application software configuration

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Hardwa re Error Messages

If you receive the following message:
ST: Cable not connected
self-test has determined the network cable is not connected. Check

the cable connection to the Minolta Network device.
If you find the cable is connected and you are still receiving this

message or any other “ST:” error message, power the printer off and
on. If the error continues, connect the Minolta Network device to a
network connection that is functioning correctly. If the error still
continues, call T echnical Support.

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Sample Configuration Sheet

Minolta Network Conf iguration Sheet 1 of 2

NJ, USA/ Germany

General

Serial Number: 1716461
Ethernet Address: 00.40.68.1A.30.ED Cable Type: 10BASE-T

F/W Version: 5.04a(9634A) Polarity: Normal
Rx Packets: 173 Tx Packets: 165

Rx Packets Unavailable: 0 Tx Packet Errors: 0
Rx Packet Errors: 0 Tx Packet Retries: 0
Checksu m Errors: 0
Error: None

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NetWar e (ENABLED)

Mode: PSERVER

Minolta

Link Status: Good

File Server Name (s ):
NIC3 Up

Print Server Name: MLT 1716461
Bindery File S e rve r: NIC3

Queue Scan Time: 4.0 seconds
Frame Format: Ethernet 802.2
JetAdmin: Disabled
Trap Destination: 00.00.00.00: 00.00.00.00.00.00

TCP/IP (ENABLED)

IP Address: 198.102.102.254
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway Address: 0.0.0.0
Time-out Checking: Disabled
Trap Destination: 255.255.255.255

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Minolta Network Conf iguration Sheet 2 of 2

EtherTalk (ENABLED)

Node Address: 003281h
Router Address: 0032E9h
Status: Running

Port 1 Enabled

Printer Name: “MLT 176461”

Printer Type 1: “LaserWriter”
Zone Name: “lab1”

LAN Server (ENABLED)

Sample Configuration Sheet

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Name:
Printer Status: Online
Connected To: printer
Error: None

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Mechanical Specifications

Physical Di mensions

Net Weight
Power Dissipation

Relative Humidity

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Length
Width
Height

Operating
Temperature Operating
Non-operating
Operating

143mm
125mm
24mm

0.1252kg (0.276lbs.)

2.75watts (550ma@ +5 VDC)

10-32°C
10-35°C
5-90% non-condensing

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Connector Specifications

For your reference, we have included the following connector pin
assignments.

Minolta Network, ETHERNET, 10BASE-T
CONNECTOR SIGNAL ASSIGNMENTS

Pin # ................ Signal Name ...........Descriptions

1 ....................... TD+ .........................TRANSMIT DATA +

2 ....................... TD- ..........................TRANSMIT DATA -

3 ....................... RD+ .........................RECEIVE DATA +

4 ....................... N/C

5 ....................... N/C

6 ....................... RD-..........................RECEIVE DATA -

7 ....................... N/C

8 ....................... N/C

RJ45 Pin Identification

Wiring Specifications

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NOTE: For proper operation the 10BASE-T cable must have t wo twisted-wire
pairs

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Chapter 2

Management Feature s

Management Features Chapter 2

In This Chapter

SNMP .................................................................................................2-2

Overview ........................................................................................2-2

Private MIB....................................................................................2-2

Traps...............................................................................................2-3

Security ...........................................................................................2-3

Checking Printer Status ...............................................................2-4

Minolt a N e t w o rk d e v i c e W eb St atus...... ......... ........ ................ .......2- 4

HP JetAdmin ..................................................................................2-4

Management Features Chapter 2

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SNMP

Overview

Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) provides network
administrators with the ability to communicate management
functions between an SNMP manager and an SNMP agent. An
SNMP manager is a user program that the network administrator can

use to manage SNMP agents. The manager can retrieve “GET”
information from the agent or alter “SET” information on the agent.
An agent can also send an unsolicited message (trap) to a manager
when it encounters an unusual condition.

The Minolta Network device is a fully functional SNMP agent and
supports any standard SNMP management platform, including:

•HP OpenView

• Novell NMS

• Sun SunNet Manager

• IBM NetView

Private MIB

Management Features Chapter 2

Minolta Network SNMP support has been enhanced with a private
MIB. It is accessible via SNMP over TCP/IP and IPX. This private
MIB contains over 150 configuration and status variables for the
network protocols, printer interface, network interface and the over
all Minolta Network device status. Printer status traps such as online,
offline and printer error are also provided.
The setting of certain variables causes an immediate firmware reset.
These variables are listed in the private MIB under cmdReset.

NOTE: If you attempt a reset while a job is printing, the job may not print suc­cessfully.

Certain variables are critical, that is, they change a fundamental
operating parameter of the Minolta Network device. These variables
are saved by the Minolta Network device, but are not actually used
until it is power cycled or reset. When any one of these variables are
changed, the variable genConfigDirty is automa tically set to “yes” by
the print server.
This signifies a reset is required for all configuration changes to be
made active. Minolta recommends checking the genConfigDirty
variable after using a MIB browser to make any configuration

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