Fargo DTC550 - Reviewing Frequently-Asked Questions

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DTC550 Direct to Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.8)
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Reviewing Frequently-asked Questions
Question Answer
How do I know if my
Printer has the Ethernet
option installed?
If your Printer has the RJ45 connector installed on the
back of the Printer, then it has this Ethernet option
installed.
Can my Printer be
upgraded to have an
Ethernet interface?
The DTC550 printer/encoder can have the optional
Ethernet interface installed. This upgrade can only be
installed by trained and certified Fargo Service Providers.
For the DTC550, this option co-exists with the standard
USB interface.
What PC operating
systems work with my
Ethernet Printer?
The Windows 2000/ XP / Server 2003 operating systems
work with your Ethernet Printer.
How do I connect my
Printer to my network?
You can connect from the RJ45 network connection on the
back of your Printer to an available connection on your
network (not directly to your PC). You can use a good
CAT-5 or better cable to make this connection.
How can I find the MAC
address of my Ethernet
Printer?
• If you know the IP address of your Printer, you can
also access this through the home web page of the
Print Server.
OR
• If you do not know the IP address or the Printer does
not work with a usable IP address, then the MAC
Address can be found using the tool Fargo IP-Tracer.
(Note: This can be installed and used to locate all the
Fargo compatible Printers on your network.)
The DTC550 displays the MAC address of the Printer in
the LCD the Ethernet option is functioning properly. It can
be found under this path:
Menu: Printer Settings: Network Settings: MAC
Address
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