Ricoh mp1600 network printer

[apollo]

Mp1600 network print

I am having problem printing to mp1600 as a network printer.

Only two pc are connected on the rounter running windows xp.
I can ping two 2 pc's and connect to the net
cannot ping ricoh mp1600 which is connected via 20m new network cable.

Pc1
ip address: 172.17.143.104
sub 255.255.255.224
gateway 172.17.143.97

pc2
ip address 172.17.143.98 and & gateway the same

i set up mp1600 on 172.17.143.100 and also tried 172.17.143.95 and same sub & gateway address but canon ping from either pc to mp1600.

When i use dhcp to obtain ip address i get 192.168.1.4 & gateway 192.168.1.4.

I tested the mp1600 in the office and worked fine as a printer.

Any assistance would be most appreciated.
Thanks in advance

[Venom]

If left on dhcp, can you print to copier host name?

[apollo]

no i cannot print i installed xp drivers, but cannot ping to mp1600 fron either pc.

[Eric1968]

Maybe the router uses some kind of access control?

[Anders Nilsson]

Can you connect with a crossover cable without a router ?, try set your computer to IP 192.168.1.1 SUB 255.255.255.0 and the copier to IP 192.168.1.2 SUB 255.255.255.0 GW 127.0.0.1 if this work's you either have a problem in the router or an IP Conflict/problem of any kind

[huberto233]

First of all, ip 172.17.143.95 is wrong to be used as is on the different subnet . Theoretically the first one should be ok so it must be something different. If u cannot ping it is obvious u won't be able to print in most of the cases. You should not get the same address for client(printer) and gateway as it is a conflict. Check the router's settings as something wrong .

Do Pcs use the same DHCP or just have static IPs assigned to them ?

[Venom]

Must be a different subnet, perhaps just connect with USB and share it would be the easiest solution for you

[apollo]

the 2 pc's are customers and work on 5 port router.

i ran cmd and ipconfig and got ip adresss mentioned.

they are both use DHCP.

I cannot use USB because customer use the copier in a shop for public use which is connected via 20m network cable , where 2 pc are & customer wants to use as network printer
i will try few suggestion made.
I have tested the copier worked fine in the office as network printer.

[Atter]

If you have a open pci slot in one of the computers install a NIC install printer and then share the device ?

[apollo]

If you have a open pci slot in one of the computers install a NIC install printer and then share the device ?

i can certailnly try that ,i will check at customer pc but i have run a 20m cat5 cable, will i need to replace cable to cross over or can i use some device or conveter?

the copier ir 15m away from computer.

[KenB]

i can certailnly try that ,i will check at customer pc but i have run a 20m cat5 cable, will i need to replace cable to cross over or can i use some device or conveter?

the copier ir 15m away from computer.

Strictly speaking, yes, but most modern NICs are able to sense the need for crossover, and convert automatically. (Most motherboard NICs in desktops and notebooks can do this - I know that Dell has for at least the past 4 years or so.)

In the event that the added NIC can't do this, you may be able to find a "crossover coupler" that will allow you to connect a short, normal "straight-through" cable to one end of the cable you currently have. The only issue with this is just how well stocked your local computer store is. If time isn't an issue, you can always order one online. Of course, if to can find an extra RJ45 plug lying around, and you have the right crimping tool, you can change one end yourself, if you're so inclined. (Note: If you do this, make sure that the other end is unplugged! Despite the fact that it's only a few volts, you'd almost definitely fry whatever is living on the other end .(I speak from experience on this one. )

Also, if you do end up sharing the printer through a workstation, please remember that the workstation must be left turned on if anyone is to print. The good news is that no one needs to be logged in for this to work. In other words, when that person goes home, all they need to do is log out, and the printer will continue to work in their absence. I have a small handful of them set up this way.