Physical Connection
To connect your device:
- Connect the power cord to the device, then plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.
- Connect one end of a Category 5 or better Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port in the back of the device. Connect the other end of the cable to a correctly configured network port.
- If you purchased and installed the Fax Hardware Kit, connect the device to a correctly configured telephone line.
- Power on the device.
Initial Setup at the Control Panel
The Installation Wizard
The first time that you power on the device, the Installation Wizard starts. The wizard prompts you with a series of questions to help you configure the following basic settings for your device:
- Current date and time
- Local time zone
- Certification, system access level, SMTP, and LDAP
Configuration Report
After you complete the Installation Wizard, you can obtain a Configuration Report. The Configuration Report lists the current settings for the device.
Printing The Configuration Report
To print a configuration report:
- At the device control panel, log in as Administrator, press the Machine Status button, then touch the Device Information tab. For details, refer to Administrator Access at the Control Panel.
- Touch Print Reports.
- Touch Printer Reports.
- Touch Configuration Report, then press the Start button.
Administrator Access at the Control Panel
To configure the device from the control panel, press the Machine Status button, then touch the Tools tab. If the device is locked, log in as Administrator.
To log in as Administrator:
- At the device control panel, press the Log In/Out button.
- Type admin, then touch Next.
- Type the administrator password, then touch Enter.
- Note: The original password is the device serial number. When the administrator password is set to the device serial number, administrator functions are not accessible. If the administrator password is set to the device serial number, at the next administrator login attempt, you are prompted to change the administrator password. After you change the administrator password, you have full access to administrator privileges.
- To log out, touch Admin, then touch Logout. On the new screen, touch Logout.
Locking or Unlocking The Device
To lock or unlock the device:
- At the device control panel, log in as Administrator, press the Machine Status button, then touch the Tools tab. For details, refer to Administrator Access at the Control Panel.
- Touch Authentication / Security Settings > System Administrator Settings > System Administrator’s Login ID.
- To lock the device, touch On. To unlock the device, touch Off. If you touched On, touch Keyboard, then type the System Administrator Login ID. Touch Save. Touch Keyboard, type the Login ID again, then touch Save.
- To confirm the change, touch Yes.
- Touch Save.
Manually Setting the Ethernet Interface Speed
The device Ethernet interface detects the speed of your network automatically. If your network is connected to another auto-sensing device, such as a hub, it is possible that the hub does not detect the correct speed. To ensure that the device has detected the correct speed of your network, refer to the Configuration Report. To view the Configuration Report, refer to Printing the Configuration Report.
To set the device Ethernet interface speed manually:
- At the device control panel, log in as Administrator, press the Machine Status button, then touch the Tools tab. For details, refer to Administrator Access at the Control Panel.
- Touch System Settings > Connectivity & Network Setup > Protocol Settings.
- Touch Ethernet Settings, then touch Change Settings.
- Touch Ethernet – Rated Speed, then touch Change Settings.
- To match the speed set on your hub or switch, select the speed.
- Touch Save, then touch Close.
Assigning A Network Address
By default, the device acquires a network address from a DHCP server automatically. To assign a static IP address, configure DNS server settings, or configure other TCP/IP settings, refer to TCP/IP.
Viewing Services and Options
To view the services and options that are enabled or installed:
- At the device control panel, press the Machine Status button, then touch the Device Information tab.
- Touch Device Configuration.
- The Device Configuration screen appears.
- To close the Device Configuration screen, touch Close.
Embedded Web Server
The Embedded Web Server allows you to configure and administer the device from a Web browser on any computer.
Accessing The Embedded Server
Before you begin:
Ensure that TCP/IP and HTTP are enabled. A TCP/IP or HTTP connection is required to access the Embedded Web Server. For details, refer to Enabling TCP/IP .
To determine the device IP address, do one of the following:
- Obtain a Configuration Report. For details, refer to Printing the Configuration Report.
- At the control panel, press the Machine Status button.
To access the Embedded Web Server:
- At your computer, open a Web browser.
- Type the device IP address in the address field. Press Enter. The Status page of the Embedded Web Server appears.
- You can access the device using a combination of the host name and the domain name as the Internet address. A DNS (Domain Name System) is required. The DNS server requires that the device host name is registered.
- To specify a port number, for the IP address, type : and the port number.
- Click the Properties tab.
- If prompted, type the user name and password for the administrator account, then click Sign in.
Note: The default administrator user name is admin and the original password is the device serial number.
When the administrator password is set to the device serial number, administrator functions are not accessible. If the administrator password is set to the device serial number, at the next administrator login attempt, you are prompted to change the administrator password. After you change the administrator password, you have full access to administrator privileges.
Enabling Services and Options
Some services and options are disabled by default. To enable these special services and options, use the device control panel or the Embedded Web Server.
Enabling Services And Options At The Control Panel
To enable services and options at the device control panel:
- At the device control panel, log in as Administrator, press the Machine Status button, then touch the Tools tab. For details, refer to Administrator Access at the Control Panel.
- Touch System Settings > Common Service Settings > Maintenance.
- Touch Software Options.
- Touch Keyboard.
- Type the code, then touch Save.
- Touch Close.
Enabling Features In The Embedded Web Server
To enable services and options in the Embedded Web Server:
- In the Embedded Web Server, click Properties > Security > Feature Enablement.
- For Unique Function Code, type the required information.
- Click Apply.
- Click Reboot.
Enabling Features At The Control Panel
- At the control panel, press the Log In/Out button.
- At the key operator login screen, select More Characters located at the bottom of the screen.
- Select the asterisk (*) from More Characters.
In the Admin’s Login ID field, the asterisk (*) will appear next to the Admin’s Login ID:.
- Select Standard Characters and enter the required Unique Function Code (SFR Key). Ensure that the asterisk (*) precedes the code.
- Click Apply.
- The machine reboots automatically.
Changing the System Administrator Password
For security purposes, after you configure the device, it is recommended that you change the default system administrator password. Store the password in a secure location.
To change the Administrator password:
- In the Embedded Web Server, click Properties > Security > System Administrator Settings.
- If required, change the login credentials for Administrator’s Login ID.
- For Administrator’s Passcode, type the new password.
- Retype the password.
- Click Apply.
Using the Configuration Overview Page
In the Embedded Web Server, the Configuration Overview page provides shortcuts to commonly accessed pages on the Properties tab. To access the Configuration Overview page, click Properties > Configuration Overview.
Assigning A Name And Location To The Device
On the Description page, you can assign a name and location to the device for future reference. To assign a device name and location:
- In the Embedded Web Server, click Properties > Description.
- For Device Name, type a name for the device.
- For Location, type the location of the device.
- In the fields provided, type the Administrator contact information and the device email address, as needed.
- Click Apply.
FAQs
How to set up a Xerox® printer on the network?
To set up a Xerox® printer on a network, you can follow these structured steps:
Connect the Printer to the Network:
Use an Ethernet cable to connect the printer to your network router or switch. Insert one end of the cable into the printer’s Ethernet port and the other end into an available port on your network hardware.
Power On the Printer:
Plug the printer’s power cord into an electrical outlet and turn on the printer using the power button.
Access the Printer’s Control Panel:
Navigate to the printer’s control panel to begin network setup. Look for the network settings or setup menu.
Configure Network Settings:
In the network settings menu, you can choose to configure the IP address settings. You can select DHCP to allow the printer to automatically receive an IP address from your network’s router, or you can set a static IP address manually.
Install Printer Drivers and Software:
On your computer, install the necessary printer drivers and software that came with your Xerox® printer. This software will help manage printer settings and operations from your computer.
Connect to the Printer from Your Computer:
After the drivers are installed, add the printer to your computer’s printer settings. This might require the IP address if connecting manually, or the software might automatically detect the printer on your network.
Print a Test Page:
Finally, print a test page to confirm that the printer is properly set up and connected to your network.
By following these steps, you can ensure that your Xerox® printer is properly set up on your network and ready for use by all connected devices.
How do I set up a new printer on my network?
To set up a new printer on your network using a Windows computer, follow these structured steps:
Connect the Printer to Your Network:
Ensure that your printer is connected to your network. This can be done via Ethernet for a wired connection or Wi-Fi for a wireless setup.
Turn On the Printer:
Power on your printer by pressing the power button, ensuring it’s ready for connection.
Open Printer Settings on Your Computer:
Click the Start button on your Windows computer, then go to Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners.
Add the Printer:
In the Printers & scanners menu, click on ‘Add a printer or scanner.’ Your computer will begin searching for available printers on the network.
Select Your Printer:
If your printer appears in the list, select it and then click ‘Add device’ to begin the installation process.
Install the Printer Manually (if necessary):
If your printer does not appear in the list, click on ‘The printer that I want isn’t listed.’ Follow the prompts to manually add your printer, which may involve downloading additional software or selecting specific network settings.
Complete the Setup:
Follow any additional on-screen instructions to complete the setup, which might include installing drivers or configuring printer preferences.
By following these steps, you can successfully set up a new printer on your network, allowing you to print from your Windows computer.
How to connect the Xerox® printer to the phone?
To connect a Xerox® printer to your phone, you can follow these steps, tailored for Android devices:
Connecting Through Android Settings:
- Open your Android device’s Settings.
- Navigate to ‘Printing’ or ‘Connected devices,’ then find ‘Printing’ or ‘Print.’
- Select ‘Xerox® Print Service Plugin’ (you might need to install it from the Google Play Store if it is not already installed).
- Tap ‘Add Printer’ to search for nearby Xerox® printers.
- Choose your printer from the list to connect.
Connecting Through a Printing App:
- Open a printing app on your Android device. If your device doesn’t have a pre-installed app that supports printing, you can download one from the Google Play Store.
- In the app, go to ‘Print,’ then ‘All Printers.’
- Tap the ‘+’ symbol in the upper right corner to add a new printer.
- Select ‘Xerox® Print Service Plugin’ or a similar option, depending on the app.
- Follow the prompts to find and connect to your Xerox® printer.
- These steps allow you to connect your Xerox® printer to your phone, enabling you to print documents directly from your mobile device.
How do I set a pin for my Xerox® printer?
To set a PIN for your Xerox® printer to secure your print jobs, follow these steps:
Select the Printer: From your computer, navigate to your printer settings and select the Xerox® printer you want to configure.
Access Printer Properties: Right-click on the printer and select ‘Printer Properties’ from the menu.
Set Up Secure Print: In the properties menu, find the ‘Job Type’ dropdown and select ‘Secure Print.’
Enter a Four-Digit Passcode: Input a four-digit passcode that will be unique to each print job. This passcode will be required to retrieve the print job from the printer.
Confirm the Passcode: Re-enter the passcode to confirm it, then press ‘OK’ to save the settings.
Release the Print Job: When at the printer, select ‘Secure Jobs’ on the user interface, enter the four-digit passcode you set earlier to release, and print the secure document.
This process ensures that your printed documents are kept secure until you’re ready to retrieve them directly from the printer.
How to get the printer configuration page in Xerox® PrimeLink® C9065/C9070 Printer?
To print the printer configuration page on a Xerox® PrimeLink® C9065/C9070 printer, follow these steps:
Access Help Pages:
Press the ‘Menu’ button on the printer’s control panel to open the Help Pages.
Navigate to Configuration Page:
Use the left or right arrow buttons to scroll through the options until you see the ‘Configuration Page’ message.
Print the Configuration Page:
Press the ‘Print’ button to print the configuration page, which will include detailed settings and the status of the printer.
Alternatively, you can access the configuration page electronically:
Access Embedded Web Server:
On a connected computer, open a web browser and access the Embedded Web Server of the printer.
View Configuration Overview:
Click on ‘Properties’ and then select ‘Configuration Overview’ to view and print the configuration details directly from the web interface.
These methods will allow you to obtain the configuration page for your Xerox® PrimeLink® C9065/C9070 printer, providing you with a comprehensive overview of your printer’s settings and status.
How do I stop my Xerox® from printing configuration reports?
To stop your Xerox® printer from automatically printing the configuration report at startup, follow these steps:
Log in as Administrator:
Access the Embedded Web Server of your Xerox® printer using a web browser on a connected computer.
Navigate to Printer Settings:
Once logged in, click on ‘Properties’ and then select ‘Apps’.
Adjust Printing Settings:
Click on ‘Printing’ followed by ‘General’.
Disable Automatic Printing:
Find the option for ‘Configuration Report’ and clear the ‘Print at Power on’ checkbox.
Save the New Settings:
Click ‘Save’ to apply the changes and prevent the configuration report from printing automatically when the printer is turned on.
This procedure will ensure that your Xerox® printer does not automatically print the configuration report every time it is powered on.
