Machine Name Setup
If you have multiple 22IDEX printers on your network, you can assign each one a unique name to easily distinguish between them. This allows you to connect using a custom name like myprinter.local instead of the default 22idex.local.
You should change your machine's name if:
- You have multiple 22IDEX printers on the same network
- You want easier identification of specific machines
- You prefer custom naming for better organization
Default behavior:
- All 22IDEX printers use
22idex.localby default - If you only have one printer, you don't need to change this
Machine name format
Machine names should be simple, lowercase, and without spaces. Use hyphens if needed (e.g., printer-1). Keep names short (under 15 characters) and use only lowercase letters, numbers, and hyphens.
Changing Machine Name
- Open your printer's Web Interface.
- Navigate to Macros > System > Settings > Network.
- Click Change Machine's Name.
- The macro presents two options: Keep Default (22 IDEX) or Set Custom Name. Choose Set Custom Name if you want a unique name.
- Enter your desired machine name (e.g.,
printer1,workshop,engineering). Avoid special characters and spaces.
- The machine displays: "Device name changed to: [your name]". You'll be asked if you want to apply to Access Point now.
- Choose Yes, Apply Now to reconfigure Access Point with the new name immediately. The machine will restart to apply changes.
Connection will change
After changing the name, you must use the new name to connect. The old name will no longer work. Your new address will be [your-machine-name].local.
Connecting After Name Change
Once the name is changed, access your printer using the format [your-machine-name].local.
Examples:
- Default:
http://22idex.local - Custom:
http://printer1.local - Custom:
http://workshop.local
Multiple machines setup:
If you have three printers, you could name them:
printer1.local,printer2.local,printer3.local- Or use descriptive names:
production.local,testing.local,development.local
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