1. Troubleshooting

Printer/Plotter and PC/Smartphone Connection Examples

This section describes how to connect a printer/plotter to a PC or smartphone using corresponding configuration examples.

Be sure to read this before connecting.
  • The examples shown here are representative. Be sure to connect appropriately according to your particular equipment setup.
  • Check to confirm that the printer/plotter and PC or smartphone are on the same network segment once connected.
    Information about same network segment
  • When using a PC or smartphone, it may not be possible to use Internet content unless it is connected to the Internet via a hub or router.
Device List_
  • Connection example for one printer/plotter and one PC
Device Connection Example 1_

 

  • Connection example for one printer/plotter and one smartphone
Device Connection Example 2_

 

  • Connection example for multiple printers/plotters and a mixture of PCs and smartphones
Device Connection Example 3_
  • When connecting a smartphone via Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi communication will take precedence over mobile communication.
  • Note the router mode when using a router.
    · No Internet connection: ROUTER mode
    · Internet connection: AP mode
    For further details, refer to the instructions provided with the router being used.