Changing the Network Settings

This section explains how to configure the settings when using the machine with a fixed IP address.

1. Determine the network addresses.

The settings listed here are only an example. The procedure and settings given in this manual do not match every environment. In an environment where the computer being used is connected to multiple network devices and the Internet, inappropriate settings will have a large effect on the entire network. For detailed information about the settings, consult your network administrator.

Determine the IP addresses, subnet mask, and default gateway to connect the computer and this machine to a network.

Procedure
  1. Determine the IP addresses.
    • Computer: 192.168.0.XXX
    • Device: 192.168.0.YYY

      "XXX" and "YYY" represent numbers from 1 to 254. Ensure that they are different from the numbers of other network equipment.

  2. Determine the subnet mask.
    • Computer: 255.255.255.0
    • Device: 255.255.255.0

      Use the same number for the computer and this machine.

  3. Determine the default gateway.
    • Computer: 192.168.0.AAA
    • Device: 192.168.0.AAA

      "AAA" represents numbers from 1 to 254. It may not be necessary to set this number, so check with your network administrator.

2. Change the IP address.

Procedure
  1. Click AP-640_Panel_Icon_MENU.
  2. Click System Information.
  3. Clear the Obtain IP Address Automatically check box under Network.
  4. Enter the machine network addresses determined under 1. Determine the network addresses..
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  5. Click Apply.
  6. Click Close to return to the original screen.
  7. Start Roland DG Connect Hub.
  8. Click Settings, and then clear the Auto printer registration check box.
  9. Click Settings - Printer settings.
  10. Click +, and then enter the IP address determined under 1. Determine the network addresses. in the address field.
  11. Click Verify, and then click Apply.
  12. Click OK.
    IMPORTANT
    If it is not possible to connect the computer and the machine during reinstallation (such as when relocating a machine with a fixed IP address), press the reset button to switch to automatic IP address acquisition.
    1. Switch off the sub power.
    2. Use a paper clip or something similar to hold down the reset button () for 5 seconds or longer.

      You will hear a short beep when you press the reset button. If you hold down this button for at least 5 seconds from this point, you will hear two short beeps and the machine will reset.


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3. Configure the computer's network settings.

Procedure
  1. Log on to Windows as the Administrator or a member of the Administrators group.
  2. Display the network connections screen.
    • Windows 11
      1. Click Start - Settings.
      2. Click Network & internet - Dial-up.
      3. Click Network and Sharing Center.
      4. Click Ethernet or Wi-Fi.
    • Windows 10
      1. Click Start - Settings - Network & Internet.
      2. Click Network and Sharing Center.
      3. Click Ethernet or Wi-Fi.
  3. Click Properties.

    If the User Account Control dialog box appears, click Continue.



    The Ethernet Properties or Wi-Fi Properties dialog box appears.

  4. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), and then click Properties.

    If the Internet Protocol check box is clear, select it.



  5. Select Use the following IP address, and then enter the computer network addresses determined under Determine the network addresses..
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  6. Click OK.
  7. Close all the windows opened for the network settings.

4. Configure the FlexiDESIGNER settings.

Procedure
  1. Open Roland DG Connect Hub.
  2. Select the machine to connect to, and then click Open next to VersaWorks 6.
  3. Set the machine to connect to FlexiDESIGNER.
    VersaWorks will automatically search for and register the connectable printers. However, if the search finds zero printers or five or more printers, you will have to register printers manually.
    • When the detected number of printers is one to four
      1. Check the detected printer(s) and click OK.
      2. When the message Do you want to install the virtual printer driver? is displayed, click Yes.

        This message does not indicate the printer driver to use in communication. It indicates the virtual printer driver to use when printing directly from the application.

      3. When the User Account Control window appears, click Yes (or Allow).
      4. When the Add Printer Wizard window appears, click Continue.

        Registration is complete once the machine information is displayed in the top menu.

    • When no printers or five or more printers are detected
      1. Enter the IP address of the printer and click Verify.

        Items such as the Model Name and Firmware Version are displayed.

        MEMO If the printer is not displayed, check the LAN cable connection status.
      2. Set the Nickname.

        If you do not set a nickname, the model name is displayed.

      3. Click Apply.
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      4. When the message Do you want to install the virtual printer driver? is displayed, click Yes.

        This message does not indicate the printer driver to use in communication. It indicates the virtual printer driver to use when printing directly from the application.

      5. When the User Account Control window appears, click Yes (or Allow).
      6. When the Add Printer Wizard window appears, click Continue.

        The information of the connected printer appears in the Printer List.

      7. Click OK.

        Registration is complete once the machine information is displayed in the top menu.