Installation and Setup
38 WorkCentre 6605 Color Multifunction Printer
User Guide
Connecting the Printer
This section includes:
• Selecting a Connection Method ............................................................................................ 38
• Connecting to a Computer Using USB ................................................................................. 38
• Connecting to a Wired Network ............................................................................................ 39
• Connecting to a Wireless Network ........................................................................................ 39
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Connecting to a Telephone Line ........................................................................................... 49
Selecting a Connection Method
The printer can be connected to your computer using a USB cable or an Ethernet cable. The method
you select depends on how your computer is connected to the network. A USB connection is a direct
connection and is the easiest to set up. An Ethernet connection is used for networking. If you are
using a network connection, it is important to understand how your computer is connected to the
network. For details, see About TCP/IP and IP Addresses on page 50.
Note: Hardware and cabling requirements vary for the different connection methods. Routers,
network hubs, network switches, modems, Ethernet cables, and USB cables are not included
with your printer and must be purchased separately.
• Network: If your computer is connected to an office network or home network, use an Ethernet
cable to connect the printer to the network. You cannot connect the printer directly to the
computer. It must be connected through a router or hub. An Ethernet network can be used for
one or more computers and supports many printers and systems simultaneously. Ethernet
connection is typically faster than USB and allows you direct access to the settings of the printer
using CentreWare Internet Services.
• 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.
• USB: If you connect the printer to one computer and do not have a network, use a USB
connection. A USB connection offers fast data speeds, but typically not as fast as an Ethernet
connection. In addition, a USB connection does not provide access to CentreWare Internet
Services.
• Telephone: To send and receive faxes, the multifunction printer must be connected to a
dedicated telephone line.
Connecting to a Computer Using USB
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.
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