You can connect to your printer directly from your computer using a USB cable or Wi-Fi Direct, or over a wireless network using WPS. A USB connection is a direct connection and is the easiest to set up. A wireless connection is used for networking.
NOTE: Hardware and cabling requirements vary for the different connection methods. Routers, network hubs, network switches, and modems are not included with your printer and must be purchased separately.
- USB: If you connect the printer to one computer and do not have a network, you can use a USB connection. A USB cable is provided with the printer.
NOTE: A USB connection does not provide access to CentreWare Internet Services (CWIS). See the Related Content for additional information on CWIS. - Wireless Network: If your computer includes a wireless router or wireless access point, you can connect the printer to the network with a wireless connection. A wireless network connection provides the same access and services as a wired connection provides. A wireless network connection is typically faster than USB and allows direct access to the setting of the printer using CentreWare Internet Services (CWIS).
- Wi-Fi Direct: You can connect to the printer with a Wi-Fi mobile device using Wi-Fi Direct. Xerox recommends that only one user at a time accesses the printer using Wi-Fi Direct.
To Connect the Printer via USB and Install Print Driver Software and Utilities
NOTE: To use USB, you must have Windows XP SP1 and later, Windows Server 2003 and later, or Macintosh OS X version 10.5 and later.
- Ensure that the printer is turned off.
- Connect the B end of a standard A/B USB 2.0 cable to the USB port on the printer.
- Attach the power cord to the printer, plug the cord into an electrical outlet, then turn on the printer.
- Connect the A end of the USB cable to the USB port on the computer.
- If the Windows Found New Hardware Wizard appears, cancel it.
- Insert the Software and Documentation disc into the appropriate drive on your computer. The installer will automatically launch.
NOTE: If the installer does not start automatically, navigate to the drive, and double-click the [Setup.exe] installer file. - Click [Setup Printer and Install Software].
- At the License Agreement, select [I Agree], then click [Next].
- Click [USB].
- Select [Personal Installation], then click [Next].
- Clear the check box for any unnecessary options, then click [Next] to start the installation.
- When the installation is complete, click [Finish].
To Connect the Printer to a Wireless Network and Install Print Driver Software and Utilities
To connect to a wireless network, use the installer disk included with your printer.
NOTES:
- You can connect using the 3-click connection method one time on the first installation attempt only.
- WPA2 Enterprise networks are not supported.
- The 3-click connection method is supported for Windows 7 and later only.
Connecting with 3-click connection
- Insert the Software and Documentation disc into the appropriate drive on your computer. The installer will automatically launch.
NOTE: If the installer does not start automatically, navigate to the drive, and double-click the [Setup.exe] installer file. - Click [Setup Printer and Install Software].
- At the License Agreement, select [I Agree], then click [Next].
- On the Select a Connection Method screen, click [Wireless]. If a wireless connection is established, the Xerox Printer Found screen appears.
- To connect to the wireless network, click [Next], or click [Connect to a different wireless network].
- To complete the installation, click [Finish].
NOTE: If a connection is not established, select [Search for Networks] or [WPS]. For details, see Connecting Using WPS or Searching for Networks below.
Connecting using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS):
- Insert the Software and Documentation disc into the appropriate drive on your computer. The installer will automatically launch.
NOTE: If the installer does not start automatically, navigate to the drive, and double-click the [Setup.exe] installer file. - Click [Setup Printer and Install Software].
- At the License Agreement, select [I Agree], then click [Next].
- On the Select a Connection Method screen, click [Wireless].
- Click [WPS].
- At the prompt, press and hold the [WPS] button on the printer for two seconds.
- After you press the WPS button on the printer, within two minutes, press and hold the [WPS] button on your wireless router for two seconds.
- After you press both buttons, click [Next].
- In the printer list, select your printer.
NOTE: You can name your printer and choose to share it on the network or set it as your default printer. - In the Software and Documentation window, clear the check box for any unnecessary options.
- Click [Next].
- To complete the installation, click [Finish].
Connecting using Searching for Networks:
- Insert the Software and Documentation disc into the appropriate drive on your computer. The installer will automatically launch.
NOTE: If the installer does not start automatically, navigate to the drive, and double-click the [Setup.exe] installer file. - Click [Setup Printer and Install Software].
- At the License Agreement, select [I Agree], then click [Next].
- On the Select a Connection Method screen, click [Wireless].
- On the Select a Wireless Setup Method screen, click [Search for Networks].
- Make sure that the USB cable is connected properly.
- Select a network, then click [Next].
- Enter the passphrase for your wireless network, then click [Next].
- On the Configure Printer screen, click [Next], or to configure IP settings manually, click [Advanced].
- At the prompt, remove the USB cable from the printer, then click [Next].
- In the printer list, select your printer.
NOTE: You can name your printer and choose to share it on the network or set it as your default printer. - Select [Install printer driver], then click [Next].
- In the Software and Documentation window, clear the check box for any unnecessary options.
- Click [Next].
- To complete the installation, click [Finish].
To Connect the Printer via Wi-Fi Direct
You can connect to your printer from a Wi-Fi mobile device, such as a tablet, computer, or smart phone, using Wi-Fi Direct.
Connecting with Wi-Fi Direct from your computer:
Before you can use Wi-Fi Direct, ensure that the printer is connected to a computer using USB or a wireless network.
- Launch the Printer Setting Utility, then select the [Printer Maintenance] tab.
- Click Wireless Setup.
- For Wi-Fi Direct Setup, click [Enable].
- Select your mobile device to connect.
- On your mobile device, accept the invitation to connect.
Connecting with Wi-Fi Direct from your mobile device:
To connect with Wi-Fi Direct, follow the directions provided with your mobile device.