Getting Started 
 
  Xerox
®
 AltaLink
®
 C80XX Series Multifunction Printer  47 
  User Guide 
 
Installation and Setup 
For reference:   
Installation Guide packaged with your printer. 
Online Support Assistant at www.xerox.com/office/ALC80XXsupport   
 
Installation and Setup Overview 
Before you print, ensure that your computer and the printer are plugged in, powered on, and connected. 
Configure the initial settings of the printer, then install the print driver software and utilities on your 
computer. 
You can connect to your printer directly from your computer using USB, or connect to a network using an 
Ethernet cable or wireless connection. Hardware and cabling requirements vary for the different 
connection methods. Routers, network hubs and switches, modems, Ethernet cables, and USB cables are 
not included with your printer and are purchased separately. Xerox recommends an Ethernet connection 
because it is typically faster than a USB connection, and it provides access to the Embedded Web Server. 
For more information, refer to the System Administrator Guide at www.xerox.com/office/ALC80XXdocs. 
 
Selecting a Location for the Printer 
1.  Select a dust-free area with temperatures from 10–28°C (50–83°F), and relative humidity 15–85%. 
Note: Sudden temperature fluctuations can affect print quality. Rapid heating of a cold room can 
cause condensation inside the printer, directly interfering with image transfer. 
2.  Place the printer on a level, solid, non-vibrating surface with adequate strength to hold the weight 
of the printer. The printer must be horizontal with all four castors in solid contact with the surface. 
To find the weight for your printer configuration, refer to Physical Specifications on page 326. Select 
a location with adequate clearance to access supplies and to provide proper ventilation. To find the 
clearance requirements for your printer, refer to Clearance Requirements on page 327. 
3.  After positioning the printer, you are ready to connect it to the power source and computer or 
network.