Konica Minolta bizhub 601 - Manual (Page 14)

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Overview of printer functions 1
1 Overview of printer functions
1.1 Printer controller
The printer controller is a device for performing printing functions and network printing functions with this
machine.
1.1.1 Role of the printer controller
With the optional image controller (printer controller), this machine works as a printing system, allowing
printing from applications on the computer connected to the printing system. When using this machine as a
network printer, you can print from applications on the computer.
The printer controller provides the following functions:
- Printing data being sent from a printer driver on a computer
- Support of network protocols including TCP/IP (IPv4/IPv6), IPX/SPX, and AppleTalk
- Direct printing over a network using SMB (Windows), LPR, and IPP printing
- Access to settings for this machine and the printer controller from a client computer over the network
(using a Web browser)
- Control of the number of pages printed (the User Authentication and Account Track functions)
- Fax operations using a computer (PC-fax transmission)
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Note
In order to use the fax functions, the optional fax kit is required.
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Detail
For details on the PC-fax transmission, refer to the User’s Guide [Fax Driver Operations].