Introduction
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An access point (router) is in the network, but the computer is not wireless capable
This type of network has a central access point (router) at the heart of the network. The access point (router)
is connected to a computer which is not wireless capable with the Ethenet cable. When the Brother wireless
machine (your machine) is a part of this network, it receives all print jobs via an access point (router).
Protocols
TCP/IP protocols and functions
Protocols are the standardized sets of rules for transmitting data on a network. Protocols allow users to gain
access to network connected resources.
The print server used on this Brother product supports the TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet
Protocol) protocols.
TCP/IP is the most popular set of protocols used for communication such as Internet and E-mail. This protocol
can be used in almost all operating systems such as Windows
®
, Macintosh
®
and Linux.
The following TCP/IP protocols are available on this Brother product.
DHCP/BOOTP/RARP
By using the DHCP/BOOTP/RARP protocols, the IP address can be automatically configured.
Note
To use the DHCP/BOOTP/RARP protocols, please contact your network administrator.