Question 1

How to connect a Xerox Phaser 3450 printer to the Wi-Fi network?

Accepted Answer

To connect your Xerox Phaser 3450 printer to a Wi-Fi network, follow the steps below:

1. Prepare the printer

Make sure the printer is turned on and ready to be configured.

2. Access the control panel

Use the screen and buttons on the printer's control panel to navigate through the settings.

3. Configure the wireless connection

In the menu, look for the Network Settings or Wireless option.
Select Wireless Setup Wizard or a similar option.
The printer will search for available Wi-Fi networks.
Choose your Wi-Fi network from the displayed list.

4. Enter the Wi-Fi password

Enter your Wi-Fi network password using the printer's keyboard. Be careful to respect the case (uppercase/lowercase) of the password.

5. Confirm the connection

Validate the settings and wait for the printer to confirm a successful connection to the Wi-Fi network.

6. Install the drivers on the computer

Make sure the printer drivers are installed on your computer. You can download them from the official Xerox website if necessary.

7. Add the printer on the computer

On your computer, open Settings > Devices > Printers & Scanners.
Click on Add a printer or scanner and select your Xerox Phaser 3450 from the list.

8. Test the printing

Print a test page to check that the printer is working correctly via the Wi-Fi connection.

If you encounter difficulties during the setup, feel free to ask for additional help.

Question 2

How to connect a Xerox Phaser 3450 printer to a computer?

Accepted Answer

To connect your Xerox Phaser 3450 printer to a computer, you have three options: USB connection, Ethernet connection, or a parallel connection. The choice depends on your setup and needs.

USB Connection (the simplest method)
The USB 2.0 cable is included with your printer. Simply plug the USB cable between the printer's USB port and an available port on your computer. Windows 2000, XP, and later versions will automatically detect the hardware. Before use, install the driver specific to your operating system from www.xerox.com/office/3450support or use the documentation CD-ROM provided with the printer.

Ethernet Network Connection
For a network setup, use a Category 5 Ethernet cable (twisted RJ-45 cable) of up to 3 meters. Connect the printer to an Ethernet switch or directly to your computer. Ensure that the computer and printer are on the same network and have unique IP addresses. For example: printer 192.168.1.2 and computer 192.168.1.3. You can configure the IP address automatically via the installation CD-ROM or manually via the printer's control panel. TCP/IP and EtherTalk protocols are supported. Note that the network connection requires an optional network interface card (NIC), except for the 3450DN model which includes it as standard.

Driver Installation
Regardless of the type of connection chosen, download and install the driver corresponding to your operating system. Xerox offers two main drivers: PCL6 (default driver) and PostScript. Visit www.xerox.com/office/3450support to download the appropriate driver (Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003, Macintosh, UNIX, or Novell). The provided documentation CD-ROM also contains the automatic installation drivers.

Adding the Printer to Windows
Once the driver is installed, go to Settings, then Devices or Printers and Scanners. Click on Add a printer or scanner, select the Xerox Phaser 3450 from the list, and follow the instructions. After adding, print a test page to confirm the connection.

Checking and Troubleshooting
If you encounter difficulties, consult the infoSMART knowledge base at www.xerox.com/office/infoSMART which offers detailed guides by operating system (Windows 98, 2000, XP, Server 2003, Macintosh, or UNIX). Ensure that the printer is powered on, that the cables are properly connected, and that the driver matches your operating system.

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