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DSL or cable Internet connection without a gateway
This example looks similar to the first example. However, in this example, the
network devices are connected to a hub , rather than a router . The hub is directly
connected to the Internet.
Caution: HP does not recommend this configuration. If possible, use a
gateway to manage your network's Internet access in order to limit exposure
to viruses and guard against unwanted entry.
Ethernet network without an Internet connection
In this example, the network devices are connected to a hub . Devices use AutoIP
to obtain IP addresses.
5.2.3 Installing the printer on an Ethernet network
Installing the printer on an Ethernet network is a two-part process.
First you must connect the printer to the network. Then you must install the printer
software on each computer that will use the printer.
• Connecting the printer to an Ethernet network
• Installing the printer software
5.2.4 Connecting the printer to an Ethernet network
Follow these steps to connect the printer to an Ethernet network:
1. If necessary, set up the printer hardware.
For printer hardware setup instructions, see the setup poster that came with
the printer.
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