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Configuring the printer, Configuring silicon graphics irix – Apple LaserWriter 12/640 PS User Manual

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Configuring Silicon Graphics IRIX

1

Log in as

root

.

2

Assign an IP address and IP name to the printer, as described in “Step 3: Assigning an

IP Address to the Printer,” earlier in this chapter.

3

Make sure the printer’s IP name and IP address are entered in the

/etc/hosts

file.

4

In the Printer Manager, choose Add from the Printer menu.

5

Enter the queue name that you want to use in the Printer Name field.

6

Choose Network connection type.

7

Enter the printer’s IP name in the Remote Host Name field.

8

Click Apply.

9

Exit the Printer Manager and test the installation by printing a file.

Configuring the printer

Though the printer itself has no control panel, you can configure it by using
programs on computers connected to the printer:

m On Mac OS–based computers, use the Apple Printer Utility and the

Chooser’s setup function, described in Appendix A.

m On Windows-based computers, use the Apple Printer Utility for Windows,

described in Appendix A.

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Setting Up the Printer for UNIX Users