Brother MFC-8870DW - Manual (Page 18)

Introduction
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Network Shared Printing
In a Network Shared environment, each computer sends data via a centrally controlled computer. This type
of computer is often called a “Server” or a “Print Server”. Its job is to control the printing of all print jobs.
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In a larger network, we recommend a Network Shared printing environment.
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The “Server” or the “Print Server” must use the TCP/IP Print Protocol.
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The Brother machine needs an appropriate IP address configuration unless the machine is shared via the
parallel port or USB port of the server.
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TCP/IP
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Network printer (your machine)
Also known as
“Server” or “Print
Server”
Network Shared