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Dell 7130cdn Professional Color Printer
User Guide
17
Choosing a Connection Method
Connect the printer via Ethernet or USB. A USB connection is a direct connection and is not used
for networking. An Ethernet connection is used for networking. Hardware and cabling
requirements vary for the different connection methods. Cabling and hardware are generally not
included with your printer and must be purchased separately. This section includes:
• Connecting via Ethernet (Recommended) on page 17
• Connecting via USB on page 18
Connecting via Ethernet (Recommended)
Ethernet can be used for one or more computers. It supports many printers and systems on an
Ethernet network. An Ethernet connection is recommended because it is faster than a USB
connection. It also allows you direct access to the Embedded Web Server (EWS), which enables
you to manage, configure, and monitor network printers from your computer.
Network Connection
Depending on your particular setup, the following hardware and cabling is required for Ethernet.
• If you are connecting to one computer, an Ethernet RJ-45 crossover cable is required.
• If you are connecting to one or more computers with an Ethernet hub, or cable or DSL router,
two or more twisted-pair (category 5/RJ-45) cables are required. (One cable for each device.)
If you are connecting to one or more computers with a hub, connect the computer to the hub with
one cable, and then connect the printer to the hub with the second cable. Connect to any port on
the hub except the uplink port.
See also:
Configuring the Network Address on page 19
Available Printer Drivers on page 24