Download PostScript and Other Files, Such as a Firmware Update File, to the Printer for Apple Macintosh OS X

Files can be downloaded to the printer by dragging and dropping the file into the print queue window, or by using CentreWare Internet Services (CWIS).

To download a file to the printer by dragging and dropping the file into the print queue window:

For OS 10.1 - 10.4:

NOTE: This method can be used for Ethernet (network) and USB connections.

1. Open the Print Center (for Mac OS 10.1 - 10.2), or the Printer Setup Utility (for Mac OS 10.3 - 10.4):

   1. Double-click on the [Hard Drive].

   2. Double-click on the [Applications] folder.

   3. Double-click on the [Utilities] folder.

   4. Double-click on the [Print Center] or [Printer Setup Utility].

2. Double-click on the printer that needs the file sent to it. The print queue window will be displayed.

3. Drag and drop the file to be sent to the printer in the print queue window below the Name column. The file will be sent to the printer.

For OS 10.5 and higher:

1. Click on the [Apple] menu, and then click on [System Preferences]. The System Preferences window will be displayed.

2. Click on [Print and Fax].

3. Select the required printer from the Printers list.

4. Click on the [Print Queue] button. The print queue window will be displayed.

5. Drag and drop the file to be sent to the printer in the print queue window below the Name column. The file will be sent to the printer.

To download a file to the printer using CentreWare Internet Services (CWIS):

NOTE: CWIS can only be accessed if the printer is connected to a network that utilizes the TCP/IP protocol. The printer must also contain a valid IP Address. If necessary, contact your System Administrator for additional information.

1. From a computer, open an Internet web browser.

2. Enter the printer's IP Address in the Address field, and then press [Enter] on the keyboard. The CentreWare Internet Services home page will be displayed.
   
   NOTE: The IP Address of the printer can be found on the Configuration Page. See the Related Content for additional information.
   
   

4. Click on the [Print] button.

5. Click on the [File Download] link in the list of options on the left side of the window.

6. Depending on the browser being used, click on the [Browse] or [Choose File] button, and then browse to and select the file to be downloaded to the printer.

7. Click on the blue, square button to send the file to the printer.

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