Lexmark N1 User Manual
N1 Ethernet
Adapter
Getting Started
Edition: December 2001
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance
information statement
The Lexmark N1 Ethernet Adapter has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
The FCC Class B limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
unplugging the equipment and then plugging it back in, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult your point of purchase or service r epresentativ e for
additional suggestions.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television
interference caused by using other than recommended cables
or by unauthorized change s o r m odifi cat ions t o t hi s eq uipme nt.
Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.
Note: T o assur e compliance with FCC regulations f or a Class B
computing device, use a prop erly shielded and g roun ded cab l e
such as Lexmark part number 12A2405 for USB attach. Use of
a substitute cable not properly shielded and grounded may
result in a violation of FCC regulations.
Any questions regarding this compl iance inf ormation statement
should be directed to Director of Lab Operations, Lexmark
International, Inc., 740 New Circle Road NW, Lexington, KY
40550, (859) 232-3000.
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This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Avis de conformité aux normes d’Industrie Canada
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les
exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Safety information
• Use only the Lexmark power supply provided with this
product or an authorized Lexmark replacement power
supply.
• Connect the power cord to an electrical outlet that is near
the product and easily accessible.
• Refer service or repairs, other than those described in the
manual, to a professional service person.
Contents
Introduction .........................................................................................................................................1
Setup ....................................................................................................................................................1
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................16
An indicator light is not on ......................................................................................................................................... 16
The Lexmark printer software installation screen did not appear ............................................................................. 17
An error message appears ....................................................................................................................................... 17
There is not a Network button on the Results: No Printer Attached screen ............................................................. 17
My network printer does not appear in the list of available printers .......................................................................... 18
There is not an Install Selected Printer button on the Network Configuration screen .............................................. 18
The New Network Printer Found screen appears ..................................................................................................... 19
The Printer Selection screen appears ...................................................................................................................... 19
My network printer will not print ................................................................................................................................ 19
How Do I... ..........................................................................................................................................21
Print a test page ........................................................................................................................................................ 22
Uninstall the printer software .................................................................................................................................... 22
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Manually configure the network printe r ............................................. ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ........................................23
Select the network printer port (Windows) .................................................................................................................25
Select the printer in the Chooser (Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2) ...............................................................................................26
Check the printer status ............................................................................................................................................26
Set up other computers on the network ....................................................................................................................27
Relocate the adapter .................................................................................................................................................27
Contact Lexmark .................................. ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ...... ....... ...........................................................29
Glossary .............................................................................................................................................30
Frequently asked questions .............................................................................................................31
Statement of Limited Warranty ........................................................................................................32
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Introd uction
Setup
Thank you for purchasing the LexmarkTM N1 Ethernet
Adapter, the solution to all your printer sharing needs!
The adapter makes it easy for you to:
• Share your printer between two or more network
computers.
• Locate your printer anywhere in your home or office.
You no longer need to locate the printer next to a host
computer or make sure a host computer is powered
on before sending your print job from a remote
location.
• Quickly transfer information.
Your new adapter has the capability to transfer
information at up to 100 Mbps.
For setup, you need:
• The Lexmark N1 Ethernet Adapter
• An existing Ethernet (10/100 BaseTX) network
• An Ethernet (RJ-45, category 5) cable, purchased
separately
• A network- capable Lexmark printer
To find out if your printer is network-capable or for
other printer-specific information, refer to the
documentation that came with your printer or visit our
Web site at www.lexmark.com.
• The printer software CD that came with your printer
• A computer with a CD-ROM drive
The computer must be connected to the network,
have TCP/IP active and running, and have one of the
following operating systems:
– Windows 98
– Windows Me
– Windows 2000
– Windows XP (32 bit only)
– Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2
– Mac OS X version 10.0.3 to 10.1
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Getting Started
Step 1:Select a location for
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your adapter
Choosing the correct location for your new adapter is vital to
ensuring that it provides you with the quality of service you
expect.
Make sure the location is:
• Firm, level, and stable
• Accessible to a network wall connection or network
hub connection
• Large enough to accommodate a printer attached to
the adapter
• Away from the direct airflow of air conditioners,
heaters, or ventilators
• Free of temperature or humidity extremes and
fluctuations
• Clean, dry, and free of dust
• Away from direct sunlight
Step 2:Unpack your adapt er
Lexmark N1
Ethernet adapter
Power
supply
USB cable
Getting
Started
(this book
Getting Started
If any items are missing, contact Lexmark (see page 29).
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Step 3:Prepare your printer
Unpack and set up your printer. For help, refer
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to the instructions that came with your printer.
To help configure your printer on the network,
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– Do not connect your printer to your
computer, howev er , if you have already done
so, disconnect the USB or parallel cable.
– Do not install the printer software, however,
if you have already done so, you do not need
to uninstall it.
Place the printer next to your adapter.
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Note: If necessary, disconnect the printer
power supply, and then reconnect it at its
new location.
Make sure the printer power light is on.
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Note: Your printer may look different from the
one shown.
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Step 4:Connect your adapter
Step 5:Connect your adapter
to your netw ork
Ethernet cable
(RJ-45, category 5)
or
Network wall
connection
Ethernet cable
(RJ-45, category 5)
Note: The Ethernet cable is not included with your
adapter. You must purchase it separately.
to your printer
Network hub
connection
USB cable
Note: Your printer may look different from the one
shown.
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Step 6:Connect your adapter
Step 7:Make sure all indicator
Power supply
power suppl y
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lights are on
USB light
If, after 30 seconds, one or more of the indicator lights are
not on, see page 16.
Note: The Network li nk li ght blinks to indic ate
network activity.
Power light
Network link light
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Getting Started
Step 8:T urn on y our computer Step 9:Configure your
network printer
Choose a procedure from the following table to install your
printer software and configure your network printer.
If you have questions about the software screens and
messages that appear during installation, see
Troubleshooting beginning on page 16.
Printer software
Windows 98
Windows Me
Windows 2000
Windows XP
Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2
Mac OS X
version 10.0.3 to 10.1
Operating system
Windows No 7
Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2 No 11
Mac OS X
version 10.0.3 to 10.1
previously installed? Page
Yes 8
Yes 11
No 12
Yes 13
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Windows, software not previously installed
Insert the printer software CD as shown.
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When the Lexmark printer software installation
2
screen appears, click Install Now.
From the Results: No Printer Attached screen,
3
click Network.
Note: If the Results: No Printer Attached
screen does not appear, continue with
step 6 on page 8.
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From the Network Configuration screen, select
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your network printer from the list of available
printers.
Click Install Selected Printer.
5
Follow the instructions on your screen to
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complete software installation.
You are finished setting up your computer to work with your
network printer.
To set up other computers on your network, see page 27.
Windows, software pre viously installe d
Y our network printer is
the one whose MAC
address matches the
MAC address on the
bottom cover of your
adapter.
Note: If your network printer is
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MAC address
<Unconfigured>, see Manually
configure the network prin ter
(Windows) on page 23, and then
continue with step 5.
From your desktop, double-click the icon for the
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Lexmark Solution Center.
Note: If the icon is not on your desktop, click
Start Programs or All Programs the
name of your Lexmark printer Lexmark
Solution Center.
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