How do i set up my printer software, How do i choose which connection method to use – HP Designjet 4000 Printer series User Manual
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How do I set up my printer
software?
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“How do I choose which connection method to use?” on page 63
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“How do I connect my printer to a network (Windows)?” on page 64
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“How do I connect my printer to a network (Mac OS X)?” on page 66
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“How do I connect my printer to a network (Mac OS 9)?” on page 68
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“How do I connect my printer directly to a computer (Windows)?” on page 69
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“How do I connect my printer directly to a computer (Mac OS X)?” on page 70
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“How do I connect my printer directly to a computer (Mac OS 9)?” on page 71
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“How do I uninstall the printer driver (Windows)?” on page 72
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“How do I uninstall the printer driver (Mac OS 9)?” on page 72
How do I choose which connection method to use?
The following methods can be used to connect your printer.
Connection type
Speed
Cable length
Other factors
Fast Ethernet
Fast; varies
according to
network traffic
Long (100 m=328
ft.)
Requires extra
equipment
(switches).
Gigabit Ethernet
(optional
accessory)
Very fast; varies
according to
network traffic
Long (100 m=328
ft.)
Requires extra
equipment
(switches).
Jetdirect print
server (optional
accessory)
Moderate; varies
according to
network traffic
Long (100 m=328
ft.)
Requires extra
equipment
(switches).
Useful for wireless
or AppleTalk
connection, and
for Novell printing.
FireWire
Very fast
Short (4.5 m=15 ft.)
USB 2.0 (optional
accessory)
Very fast
Short (5 m=16 ft.)
Note 1
The speed of any network connection depends on all components
used in the network, which may include network interface cards, hubs, routers,
switches, and cables. If any one of these components is not capable of high-
speed operation, you will find that you have a low-speed connection. The
speed of your network connection can also be affected by the total amount of
traffic from other devices on the network.
Note 2
The Gigabit Ethernet and USB 2.0 accessories are installed in the
same slot in the printer, so they cannot both be installed at the same time. This
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