Status monitor console for linux, Status monitor console feature, Before installing the status monitor console – Dell C2660dn Color Laser Printer User Manual

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Printer

Displays a list of available printer names in the pull down menu. The first printer displayed in this list is set as

default.

Status Update Interval

You can specify the update interval of the printer status. By default, it is set to obtain the printer information every

10 seconds. It can be set from 0 second to 600 seconds.

SNMP Community Name

You can change the SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) community name if using default community

name (public). Up to 31 characters can be entered.

Service Tag button

Click this button to obtain the service tag.

NOTE:

You cannot retrieve the service tag when the printer is connected via USB cable.

done button

Click this button to return to the Printer Status window.

Status Monitor Console for Linux

Status Monitor Console is a printer utility that promotes efficient use of the printer through the exchange of

information between the Linux and the printer.

Status Monitor Console Feature

• Monitoring Dell Printers

Allows you to check the status of Dell printers currently connected to your Linux.

• Receiving Alerts

Alerts you to problems, such as paper jams or low toner.

• Ordering Supplies

Allows you to access the web site to order supplies.

Before Installing the Status Monitor Console

NOTE:

The Status Monitor Console requires the following modules installed.

- Python, PyGTK, Net-SNMP, cups-libs, and xdg-open
Please confirm that these modules are installed before you install the Status Monitor Console.

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