LAN Connection

This section explains how to use an Ethernet cable to connect the printer.

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The connection method is different on cutting machines. Connect these machines according to the following information.
Procedure
  1. On the printer, set the IP address and perform the other preparations required for connecting over Ethernet.
    For information on how to set the IP address, refer to the instruction manual of the printer you're using.
  2. Make sure the power to the printer is switched on.
  3. Connect the printer and the computer (RIP server) to the same LAN.
  4. Start VersaWorks.
    • Windows 11
      1. Click Start - All Apps.
      2. From the list of apps (programs), click VersaWorks - VersaWorks.
    • Windows 10
      1. Click Start.
      2. From the list of apps (programs), click VersaWorks - VersaWorks.
  5. Set the printer to connect.
    VersaWorks will search for the connectable printers and register them automatically. 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 Next.

        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 Nick Name.

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

      3. Click Apply.
        VW_PrinterSetting
      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 Next.

        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.

This completes the preparations for performing output using VersaWorks.
To continue by connecting one or more additional printers, go on to Connecting Multiple Printers.