Configuring the ClearID Self-Service Kiosk label printer for Ethernet mode (Brother TD-4550DNWB) - ClearID

Genetec ClearID™ User Guide

Applies to
ClearID
Last updated
2024-04-09
Content type
Guides > User guides
Language
English
Product
ClearID

Before visitors can use the Genetec ClearID™ Self-Service Kiosk to check in, you must configure the label printer so that labels can be printed during the check-in process.

What you should know

  • One label printer can support up to five self-service kiosks
IMPORTANT: Do not connect this product to any LAN connection that is subject to overvoltages.

Procedure

  1. Plug printer AC adapter into a power outlet and connect the power lead to the label printer.
    Rear of the Brother TD-4550DNWB label printer with the AC adapter port highlighted.
  2. Make sure that the printer is turned OFF before connecting the LAN cable.
    Rear of the Brother TD-4550DNWB label printer with the Ethernet port highlighted.
    1. Connect a LAN cable to the LAN port on the back of the printer.
      Tip: Use a straight-through Category 5 (or greater) twisted-pair cable for 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet Network.
  3. Press the Power button to turn the label printer on.
    Brother TD-4550DNWB label printer LCD display controls with the power button highlighted.
  4. Press the Menu button.
    Brother TD-4550DNWB label printer LCD display controls with the menu button highlighted.
  5. Use the arrow buttons to navigate the label printer menu.
    Brother TD-4550DNWB label printer LCD display controls with the up and down menu navigation buttons highlighted.
  6. From the label printer Settings menu, turn OFF WLAN (Wi-Fi).
    Brother TD-4550DNWB label printer LCD display WLAN menu with WLAN (ON/OFF) selected. Brother TD-4550DNWB label printer LCD display WLAN menu with WLAN (ON/OFF) turned off.
  7. From the label printer Settings menu, turn OFF Bluetooth.
    Brother TD-4550DNWB label printer LCD display Bluetooth menu with Bluetooth (ON/OFF) selected. Brother TD-4550DNWB label printer LCD display Bluetooth menu with Bluetooth (ON/OFF) turned off.
  8. Scroll down to the Wired LAN (5/8) settings and press OK.
    Brother TD-4550DNWB label printer LCD display Wired LAN menu.
    1. Click TCP/IP Settings and select AUTO.
      Brother TD-4550DNWB label printer LCD display TCP/IP Settings menu with Auto selected.
    2. Click Wired LAN Status to check your printer.
      Brother TD-4550DNWB label printer LCD display TCP/IP Settings menu with Wired LAN Status selected.
    3. Check your connection Status, IPConfig, and IP Addr.
      Brother TD-4550DNWB label printer LCD display Wired LAN Status showing connection details.
      Tip: Make a note of your IP address and other settings for later use when selecting your printer.
  9. Select your label printer (Ethernet).

After you finish

(Optional) Print a test badge.