SR200 & SR300 Card Printers and LM200 & LM200 Laminators Installation Guide 9Network ConnectionWhen a local network is available, both the card printer and the PC can be connected to thenetwork. When a network connection is used, you can print cards from any PC connected to thatnetwork.Each PC must have the design software used to create and print cards, must have the SR‐CPprinter driver and Status Monitor installed, and must be connected to the same network as theprinter(s).Network Installation OverviewPerform these steps to install your card printer to a network. Refer to Chapters 2, 4, 5, and 6 ofthis manual for detailed instructions.1. (Optional) Install ID software, such as Datacard® ID Works® identification software, onto thePC that will be used to design and print cards.2. Physically install the printer and optional laminator:a. Connect the laminator (if used) to the printer.b. Install the card hopper.Remember, use a USB connection if your card printer contains an optional smart cardreader. Network connection for a smart card is not supported by the SR200 & SR300printers.
