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... described in the United States and/or other countries. EN 55 022 Declaration of Conformance This is to certify that the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server has been suppressed in the operating instructions. NETGEAR, INC. Conformity is a registered trademark of EN 55 022 Class B (CISPR 22). For other countries, see your product. Technical Support Please...
... described in the United States and/or other countries. EN 55 022 Declaration of Conformance This is to certify that the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server has been suppressed in the operating instructions. NETGEAR, INC. Conformity is a registered trademark of EN 55 022 Class B (CISPR 22). For other countries, see your product. Technical Support Please...
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... out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. Testsender) kann jedoch gewissen Beschränkungen unterliegen. It is hereby certified that the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server has been suppressed in the operating instructions. Lesen Sie dazu bitte die Anmerkungen in der Telekommunikation wurde davon unterrichtet, daß dieses Gerä...
... out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. Testsender) kann jedoch gewissen Beschränkungen unterliegen. It is hereby certified that the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server has been suppressed in the operating instructions. Lesen Sie dazu bitte die Anmerkungen in der Telekommunikation wurde davon unterrichtet, daß dieses Gerä...
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Contents NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual About This Manual Conventions, Formats and Scope vii How to Use This Manual viii How to Print this Manual viii Chapter 1 Getting Started What Is in the Box ...1-2 Hardware Description ...1-3 LED Indicators ...1-3 USB Port ...1-4 Diagnostic/Reset Push Button 1-4 Observe These Precautions 1-5 Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Preparing for Installation...
Contents NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual About This Manual Conventions, Formats and Scope vii How to Use This Manual viii How to Print this Manual viii Chapter 1 Getting Started What Is in the Box ...1-2 Hardware Description ...1-3 LED Indicators ...1-3 USB Port ...1-4 Diagnostic/Reset Push Button 1-4 Observe These Precautions 1-5 Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Preparing for Installation...
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... formats, and scope of note may result in a malfunction or damage to these specifications: Product Version Manual Publication Date PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server April 2007 vii v2.0, April 2007 Warning: Ignoring this type of this manual are described in this manual is used...with intermediate computer and Internet skills. This manual is used to install, configure and troubleshoot the NETGEAR® PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server. This manual uses the following typographical conventions:: Italics Bold Emphasis, books, CDs, URL names User input • Formats....
... formats, and scope of note may result in a malfunction or damage to these specifications: Product Version Manual Publication Date PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server April 2007 vii v2.0, April 2007 Warning: Ignoring this type of this manual are described in this manual is used...with intermediate computer and Internet skills. This manual is used to install, configure and troubleshoot the NETGEAR® PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server. This manual uses the following typographical conventions:: Italics Bold Emphasis, books, CDs, URL names User input • Formats....
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..., or partially compatible, but NETGEAR has not tested them. 1-1 v2.0, April 2007 The print server allows you to prepare for installation. • For quick installation and setup, see the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server Installation Guide, which describes the installation and use of the PS121v2 for operation with NETGEAR print servers, see the Support section of the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server. Chapter 1 Getting Started...
..., or partially compatible, but NETGEAR has not tested them. 1-1 v2.0, April 2007 The print server allows you to prepare for installation. • For quick installation and setup, see the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server Installation Guide, which describes the installation and use of the PS121v2 for operation with NETGEAR print servers, see the Support section of the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server. Chapter 1 Getting Started...
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... return the Warranty & Registration Card that is included in your NETGEAR dealer. Driver and System Utility Software - To qualify for repair. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual What Is in case you need to return the ...your product package. 1-2 Getting Started v2.0, April 2007 Documentation including the installation guide and the NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual (this document) • PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server Installation Guide • Warranty & Registration card • Support information card If any of ...
... return the Warranty & Registration Card that is included in your NETGEAR dealer. Driver and System Utility Software - To qualify for repair. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual What Is in case you need to return the ...your product package. 1-2 Getting Started v2.0, April 2007 Documentation including the installation guide and the NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual (this document) • PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server Installation Guide • Warranty & Registration card • Support information card If any of ...
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... in progress Getting Started 1-3 v2.0, April 2007 It has one 10/100 Mbps network port. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Hardware Description The PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server LEDs indicate the status of the LED indicator lights: Table 1-1. No USB printer attached. (LEDs flash in turn) Firmware upgrade in 10/100 Mbps when connected to a 10...
... in progress Getting Started 1-3 v2.0, April 2007 It has one 10/100 Mbps network port. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Hardware Description The PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server LEDs indicate the status of the LED indicator lights: Table 1-1. No USB printer attached. (LEDs flash in turn) Firmware upgrade in 10/100 Mbps when connected to a 10...
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NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual USB Port The USB port of the other NETGEAR Print Servers such as the Model PS101 Mini Print Server. Diagnostic/Reset Push Button This button has 2 functions: • Restore the factory default settings • Print a test page containing all current settings Figure 1-4 Recessed Diagnostic/Reset Button The button is a standard USB connector. Use a pin or paper clip...
NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual USB Port The USB port of the other NETGEAR Print Servers such as the Model PS101 Mini Print Server. Diagnostic/Reset Push Button This button has 2 functions: • Restore the factory default settings • Print a test page containing all current settings Figure 1-4 Recessed Diagnostic/Reset Button The button is a standard USB connector. Use a pin or paper clip...
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... ACT and ERROR LEDs flash alternately. Do not pinch, crimp or otherwise damage the power cord. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual To Restore the Factory Default Settings Note: The factory default setting for cleaning. Unplug the Print Server from its power source. 2. Getting Started 1-5 v2.0, April 2007 While pressing the button, apply power...
... ACT and ERROR LEDs flash alternately. Do not pinch, crimp or otherwise damage the power cord. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual To Restore the Factory Default Settings Note: The factory default setting for cleaning. Unplug the Print Server from its power source. 2. Getting Started 1-5 v2.0, April 2007 While pressing the button, apply power...
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... XP, Windows 2000,Windows 98SE, or Windows Me. • You have one of the other NETGEAR Print Servers such as the Model PS101 Mini Print Server. • Gather your printer driver software handy. You may need to have the printer driver software...USB Multifunction Print Server 2-1 v2.0, April 2007 If your Local Area Network (LAN). Chapter 2 Installation and Setup This chapter describes how to install your PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server and set up basic connectivity on a router. • You have a printer with a USB port. Note: The PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server...
... XP, Windows 2000,Windows 98SE, or Windows Me. • You have one of the other NETGEAR Print Servers such as the Model PS101 Mini Print Server. • Gather your printer driver software handy. You may need to have the printer driver software...USB Multifunction Print Server 2-1 v2.0, April 2007 If your Local Area Network (LAN). Chapter 2 Installation and Setup This chapter describes how to install your PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server and set up basic connectivity on a router. • You have a printer with a USB port. Note: The PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server...
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... your network. This option is available to other computers in your network. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Overview When installation is complete, your network configuration will look similar to the following: Router Printer Print Server PS121 Figure 2-1 Computers Multi-Function Printers The PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server works with these operating systems: • Microsoft Vista, Windows XP, Windows...
... your network. This option is available to other computers in your network. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Overview When installation is complete, your network configuration will look similar to the following: Router Printer Print Server PS121 Figure 2-1 Computers Multi-Function Printers The PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server works with these operating systems: • Microsoft Vista, Windows XP, Windows...
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... on page 2-6 Install the Print Server and Set up completely, and log in as needed. 2. Note: For TCP/IP LPR printer installation, see "Installation for the PS121v2 into your computer, let the operating system boot up One PC 1. Installation NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual First, install and set up the print server and a single PC. The...
... on page 2-6 Install the Print Server and Set up completely, and log in as needed. 2. Note: For TCP/IP LPR printer installation, see "Installation for the PS121v2 into your computer, let the operating system boot up One PC 1. Installation NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual First, install and set up the print server and a single PC. The...
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.... NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual 4. If you are displayed. Figure 2-3 The settings recommended by the installation assistant usually work well. Note: Take a note of the print server was successful. 8. Check that the installation of the IP address assigned to connect your PS121v2 print server into your print server, check the network connections and the print server's ... the IP address settings and device name are prompted for the Smart Wizard is not, run the SmartWizard program in the ps121 program group to the Verify Settings page. 7.
.... NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual 4. If you are displayed. Figure 2-3 The settings recommended by the installation assistant usually work well. Note: Take a note of the print server was successful. 8. Check that the installation of the IP address assigned to connect your PS121v2 print server into your print server, check the network connections and the print server's ... the IP address settings and device name are prompted for the Smart Wizard is not, run the SmartWizard program in the ps121 program group to the Verify Settings page. 7.
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..., you have a NETGEAR router, use the PS121v2. This address is printed on the label on the bottom or the back of the main menu, click LAN IP Setup. In the Advanced section of the router and is displayed at the bottom of the print server. Click Add to ...device name and MAC address are printed on the label on your router assigns new IP addresses to the other client, resulting in your PC and the PS121v2. Otherwise, refer to open the Address Reservation window. 4. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Reserve the Print Server's IP Address on Your Router...
..., you have a NETGEAR router, use the PS121v2. This address is printed on the label on the bottom or the back of the main menu, click LAN IP Setup. In the Advanced section of the router and is displayed at the bottom of the print server. Click Add to ...device name and MAC address are printed on the label on your router assigns new IP addresses to the other client, resulting in your PC and the PS121v2. Otherwise, refer to open the Address Reservation window. 4. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Reserve the Print Server's IP Address on Your Router...
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... follow the instructions for the Windows Add Printer Wizard for TCP/IP LPR Printing First, connect the print server. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual 1. Power on using the multifunction feature, refer to "Reserving a Multi-Function Printer to print via the print server. Your USB Multifunction Print Server is now ready to your computer, let the operating system boot up completely...
... follow the instructions for the Windows Add Printer Wizard for TCP/IP LPR Printing First, connect the print server. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual 1. Power on using the multifunction feature, refer to "Reserving a Multi-Function Printer to print via the print server. Your USB Multifunction Print Server is now ready to your computer, let the operating system boot up completely...
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... v2.0, April 2007 f. Check the PS121v2 status lights and verify the following: • ERROR light: When the print server is powered on, the ERROR light will turn red briefly, and then turn off. • ACT light: When the print server is powered on the print server. A Figure 2-5 b. Connect the... that your computers are connected to LAN ports on your router, as shown in your printer. C B Figure 2-6 c. d. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual a. Connect the supplied USB cable (A) from the print server to the print server and plug it should turn solid green.
... v2.0, April 2007 f. Check the PS121v2 status lights and verify the following: • ERROR light: When the print server is powered on, the ERROR light will turn red briefly, and then turn off. • ACT light: When the print server is powered on the print server. A Figure 2-5 b. Connect the... that your computers are connected to LAN ports on your router, as shown in your printer. C B Figure 2-6 c. d. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual a. Connect the supplied USB cable (A) from the print server to the print server and plug it should turn solid green.
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NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Adding a Printer with Windows Vista 1. From the Windows Start menu of port drop-down list, select Standard TCP/IP Port, and then click Next. Figure 2-7 3. From the Type of a computer connected to the same network as the USB Multifunction Print Server, click Settings then click Printers. 2. Click Add a Printer, select Add a local printer, and then click Next. Select the Create a new port radio button. Figure 2-8 2-8 v2.0, April 2007 Installation and Setup
NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Adding a Printer with Windows Vista 1. From the Windows Start menu of port drop-down list, select Standard TCP/IP Port, and then click Next. Figure 2-7 3. From the Type of a computer connected to the same network as the USB Multifunction Print Server, click Settings then click Printers. 2. Click Add a Printer, select Add a local printer, and then click Next. Select the Create a new port radio button. Figure 2-8 2-8 v2.0, April 2007 Installation and Setup
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Click Next. Note: For information about viewing the IP address, see "Reserve the Print Server's IP Address on Your Router" on page 2-3. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual The following screen opens: Figure 2-9 4. The wizard detects the port to use for the USB Multifunction Print Server, and then displays this screen: Figure 2-10 Installation and Setup 2-9 v2.0, April...
Click Next. Note: For information about viewing the IP address, see "Reserve the Print Server's IP Address on Your Router" on page 2-3. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual The following screen opens: Figure 2-9 4. The wizard detects the port to use for the USB Multifunction Print Server, and then displays this screen: Figure 2-10 Installation and Setup 2-9 v2.0, April...
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NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Releasing the Print Server A printer that is reserved will be released if it remains idle for updates: 1. Select the items you want to detect and click Detect. If a new ... in the New Version column. 3. Note: If you upgrade either or both. You can only connect to the print server firmware or Smart Wizard and, if so, lets you have more than one PS121v2 print server on your network, your computer's operating system can also release it will automatically be displayed in the New Version...
NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Releasing the Print Server A printer that is reserved will be released if it remains idle for updates: 1. Select the items you want to detect and click Detect. If a new ... in the New Version column. 3. Note: If you upgrade either or both. You can only connect to the print server firmware or Smart Wizard and, if so, lets you have more than one PS121v2 print server on your network, your computer's operating system can also release it will automatically be displayed in the New Version...
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Managing the Print Server 3-5 v2.0, April 2007 Each PS121v2 print server in your local network are displayed in the three text boxes in the system tray and click the Update Settings tab. The IP settings are ... the New IP Address group. Edit the IP settings and then click Apply. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Viewing and Updating Settings with white text on a blue background, click on the entry to view and update settings for print server: a. To edit the IP Address settings for PCs running Vista or Windows. 1. If...
Managing the Print Server 3-5 v2.0, April 2007 Each PS121v2 print server in your local network are displayed in the three text boxes in the system tray and click the Update Settings tab. The IP settings are ... the New IP Address group. Edit the IP settings and then click Apply. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Viewing and Updating Settings with white text on a blue background, click on the entry to view and update settings for print server: a. To edit the IP Address settings for PCs running Vista or Windows. 1. If...