EFI Fiery proServer - User Manual

© 2014 Electronics For Imaging
11 July 2014
Fiery proServer User Guide
Congratulations on your purchase of the EFI
™
Fiery
®
proServer, a powerful production
solution for your printer.
Before you begin
Make sure that you have:
• Installed the physical components of the Fiery proServer and activated the Fiery XF license
(see Introducing EFI Fiery proServer and the Installation Guide)
• Set up the Fiery proServer for use with the printer (see the Quick Start Guide)
About this document
This document describes how to keep your Fiery proServer in good working condition after
installation. It deals with the following topics:
• Fiery proServer front panel, including the control panel (see page 2)
• How to start, shut down and reboot the Fiery proServer (see page 4)
• Changing the language of Fiery proServer and Fiery XF (see page 7)
• Backing up the Fiery proServer system (see page 9)
• Returning the Fiery proServer system to an earlier state (see page 10)
• Reinstalling the Fiery XF license file (see page 12)
• Using anti-virus software (see page 14)
• Network bridging (see page 14)
• Troubleshooting problems (see page 16)
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EFI Fiery proServer Specifications

General

Brand	EFI
Model	Fiery proServer
Category	Print Server
Language	English

Summary

Fiery proServer Components

Front Panel

Details the components of the front panel of the Fiery proServer.

Control Panel

Describes the control panel located on the top front of the Fiery proServer.

Precautions

Buttons

Explains the functionality of the line selection and other buttons on the control panel.

Commands

Lists and describes the commands available via the Fiery proServer control panel.

Shutting Down, Rebooting, and Starting Fiery proServer

Shutting Down

Provides steps to properly shut down the Fiery proServer.

Rebooting

Outlines the procedure for rebooting the Fiery proServer system.

Starting

Details the process for starting up the Fiery proServer.

Changing the Language

Changing the language of the Fiery proServer

Instructions for altering the system language of the Fiery proServer.

Changing the language of Fiery XF

Steps to modify the language setting specifically for Fiery XF.

Backing Up the Fiery proServer System

Returning the Fiery proServer System to an Earlier State

Using a Backup

Restoring system settings and environments from a prior backup.

Returning to Factory State

Reverting the system to its original factory settings, deleting XF license and settings.

Reinstalling from Scratch

Performing a fresh installation of the Fiery proServer, typically after hardware replacement.

Reinstalling the Fiery XF License

Anti-Virus Software

Network Bridging

Setting Up Network Configuration

Step-by-step guide to configure network bridging settings for Fiery proServer.

Troubleshooting Problems

Checking Fiery proServer Configuration

Quick checks to ensure problems are not caused by incorrect Fiery proServer configuration.

Verifying Software Installation

Checks to ensure no unauthorized software is installed on the Fiery proServer.

Verifying Dongle Connection

Ensures the Fiery XF dongle is present, securely connected, and the LED is lit.

Checking Printer Connection

Verifies that the connection to the printer is properly configured.

Troubleshooting Corrupted System Software

Addresses issues potentially caused by corrupted system software.