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Hi can someone tell me what method of folder scanning is recommended or better SMB or FTP? and tell me the pros and cons to both methods if possible.
I think it depends on the client's network infrastructure. I find SMB easier to set up than FTP. For the scanning process itself it makes no difference.
It also depends on which manufacturer you're connecting. Sharp machines often run into port# problems with SMB scanning and Win7/Win8 OS.Though I prefer to use SMB scanning when folder scanning is requested, sometimes Sharpdesk (FTP) is a last and only resort. =^..^=
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I prefer SMB scanning as no additional software is needed. FTP, if setup correctly, offers anonymous scanning but the service must be running on the local workstation or the KM ftp utility must be installed. I have many callbacks for FTP scanning, usually due to the FTP utility or the original tech using the IP address in a DHCP environment. SMB scanning is most often done and over with as I use a service account, or create a user that does not expire. Additionally, SMB allows you to work backwards from the MFP to browse the customers network structure and create your scan back to the folders. Emujo My2 cents
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Both work well, but SMB can be blocked by anti-virus software and firewalls. In many cases where SMB just can't do it due workstation or server configuration, FTP usually works. Try using a freeware called FileZilla.
You'll find that FTP is often blocked in a lot of larger organisations as well. SMB is generally the best method to start with since it's already in use with any company with network shares. It also gives you the best choices in terms of access, and doesn't rely on any kind of middleware to work properly in most cases.Originally Posted by Amos Kaplan
All of that said, your mileage may vary by equipment, and the network infrastructure you find yourself in.
I find FTP is a good backup plan if you can't set up SMB for some reasons. Like some older ricoh's won't work with recent M$ os.
I usually pick filezilla server for FTP setups.
Found too often that SMB is not working or stops working after MS updates. I'm using always FTP with this fine utility:
http://www.pablosoftwaresolutions.co...rver_lite.html
In case IT refuses to use FTP for whatever reasons ("security"?), I leave it up to them than to sort it out with SMB theirselves.
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Hi,anyone can help me? I need ricoh MP5000 firmware. My email : xuanthu986@gmail.com Thanks a lot
Hey, don't hijack Matthews thread.
If you want to talk about Ricoh firmware start a new thread in the Ricoh forum. =^..^=
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