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Connecting to the Gigabit Ethernet Interface

This section describes how to connect an Ethernet interface cable to the Gigabit Ethernet port.

If you use an Ethernet interface cable that supports 1000BASE-T, set [Ethernet Speed] to [Auto Select: Enable 1Gbps] in [Interface Settings] in [System Settings].

CAUTION

  • A network interface cable with a ferrite core must be used for RF interference suppression.

  • Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used for connections to a host computer (and/or peripheral) in order to meet emission limits.

Important

  • If the main power switch is on, turn it off.

  • Use the following Ethernet cables.

    • When using 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T:

      Unshielded Twisted Pair Cable (UTP) or Shielded Twisted Pair Cable (STP) and Category type 5 or more

    • When using 1000BASE-T:

      Unshielded Twisted Pair Cable (UTP) or Shielded Twisted Pair Cable (STP) and Category type 5e or more

1Make a loop 3 cm (1.2 inches) (1) from the end of the Ethernet cable and attach the included ferrite core to the loop as shown.

illustration of Ethernet cable with ferrite core

2Make sure the main power switch is turned off.

3Connect the Ethernet interface cable to the Gigabit Ethernet port.

Illustration of connecting the Ethernet cable

4Connect the other end of the Ethernet interface cable to a network connection device such as a hub.

5Turn on the main power switch of the machine.

Gigabit Ethernet port illustration numbered callout illustration

  1. Indicator (green)

    When 10BASE-T is operating, the LED is lit green. In Sleep mode, it is turned off.

  2. Indicator (orange)

    When 100BASE-TX is operating, the LED is lit orange. In Sleep mode, it is turned off.

  3. Indicators (both orange and green)

    When 1000BASE-T is operating, both LEDs are lit. In Sleep mode, they are turned off.

Note

  • When Energy Saver mode is enabled, the LEDs may not light up.

  • Check the cable plug type before connecting the cable.

  • You may not be able to connect the cable if you are using a cable plug type or cable interface converter that is not common.

  • Do not pull the cable forcefully when it is connected. To prevent cables from being accidentally pulled, arrange the cables connected to the computer so that nobody trips over them.

  • When you feed paper into the paper bypass, the paper is transferred to the rear side of the machine. Make sure that the cables are arranged not to interfere with the paper. If the cables are improperly arranged, a paper jam may occur in the paper bypass or the paper may get wrinkled.

  • For details about how to turn on the main power switch, see "Turning On/Off the Power", Getting Started.

  • For details about installing the printer driver, see "Installing the Printer Driver", Driver Installation Guide.

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