2 Overview2-8 VarioLink 2221/2821/3621MacintoshConnectable interfacesThe various interfaces that can be used to connect this printing system to acomputer are described below.Ethernet interfaceConnect when using this printing system as a network printer.Supports 10Base-T and 100Base-TX standards. In addition, the Ethernetinterface supports the TCP/IP (LDP/LPR), IPX/SPX (NetWare), and AppleTalk(EtherTalk) protocols.Parallel interface (optional)Connect when using this printing system as a local printer.A computer running Windows and an IEEE 1284 parallel cable are requiredfor connection. Use a parallel cable that uses a terminal with an Amphenol36-pin male connector.The parallel interface supports the compatible, nibble, and ECP modes.USB interfaceConnect when using this printing system as a network printer.The USB interface can be connected to a computer running Windows2000/XP/Vista/Server 2003/Server 2008. A USB cable is required forconnection. Use a type A (4 pin, male) or type B (4 pin, male) USB cable. AUSB cable measuring 3 meters or less is recommended.2 NoteThe USB interface cannot be connected to computers running WindowsNT 4.0 or Mac OS 9/OS X.Item Operating environmentOperating system Mac OS 9.2, Mac OS X 10.2, Mac OS X 10.3, Mac OS X 10.4, orMac OS X 10.5Processor PowerPC, Intel Processor (Intel Processor for Mac OS X 10.4 on-ly)Memory Capacity recommended for the operating systemDrive DVD-RWeb browser(when using Web Connec-tion)Netscape Navigator 7.0
