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User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Version v1.0 February 2004
User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Version v1.0 February 2004
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... equipment is hereby certified that shipped with your product. Technical Support Please refer to the support information card that the Model PS121 Print Server has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Data Processing Equipment and Electronic... Office Machines aimed at www.netgear.com/register, we can provide you with faster expert technical support and timely notices of product and software upgrades. By ...
... equipment is hereby certified that shipped with your product. Technical Support Please refer to the support information card that the Model PS121 Print Server has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Data Processing Equipment and Electronic... Office Machines aimed at www.netgear.com/register, we can provide you with faster expert technical support and timely notices of product and software upgrades. By ...
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... About the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server 2-1 Key Features ...2-2 What's in the Box? ...2-3 Hardware Description ...2-4 Status Indicators ...2-4 The USB Port ...2-5 Diagnostic/Reset Push Button 2-6 How to Restore the Factory Default Settings 2-6 How to Generate a Diagnostic Printout 2-6 Chapter 3 Setup Verify Printer and Network Readiness 3-1 Observe these Precautions 3-1 Overview of PS121 Print Server Setup 3-2 PS121 Default Factory Settings 3-2 First, Connect the Print Server and...
... About the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server 2-1 Key Features ...2-2 What's in the Box? ...2-3 Hardware Description ...2-4 Status Indicators ...2-4 The USB Port ...2-5 Diagnostic/Reset Push Button 2-6 How to Restore the Factory Default Settings 2-6 How to Generate a Diagnostic Printout 2-6 Chapter 3 Setup Verify Printer and Network Readiness 3-1 Observe these Precautions 3-1 Overview of PS121 Print Server Setup 3-2 PS121 Default Factory Settings 3-2 First, Connect the Print Server and...
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The print server is not found 4-2 Nothing is printing ...4-2 I am using a DHCP server, and the Mini Print Server gets an IP Address conflict ..4-3 Troubleshooting the TCP/IP Settings Using Ping 4-3 Restoring the Default Configuration 4-4 Checking the Current Status of the Printer 4-4 Appendix A Technical Specifications Appendix B Understanding IP Addresses IP Addresses and the Internet B-1 Netmask ...B-3 Subnet Addressing B-4 Private IP Addresses B-6 Address Resolution Protocol B-7 IP Configuration by DHCP B-7 Glossary List of Glossary Terms C-1 Index iv Contents
The print server is not found 4-2 Nothing is printing ...4-2 I am using a DHCP server, and the Mini Print Server gets an IP Address conflict ..4-3 Troubleshooting the TCP/IP Settings Using Ping 4-3 Restoring the Default Configuration 4-4 Checking the Current Status of the Printer 4-4 Appendix A Technical Specifications Appendix B Understanding IP Addresses IP Addresses and the Internet B-1 Netmask ...B-3 Subnet Addressing B-4 Private IP Addresses B-6 Address Resolution Protocol B-7 IP Configuration by DHCP B-7 Glossary List of Glossary Terms C-1 Index iv Contents
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...the following typographical conventions: Table 1. Web site at http://www.netgear.com/support/main.asp. User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Chapter 1 About This Manual Thank you for the PS121 Print Server according to these specifications: Table 1-1. Typographical conventions italics bold ...Emphasis, books, CDs, URL names User input Screen text, file and server names, extensions, commands, IP addresses Note: This format is written for purchasing the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server. About This Manual 1-1 Audience, Conventions, Scope This reference manual assumes ...
...the following typographical conventions: Table 1. Web site at http://www.netgear.com/support/main.asp. User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Chapter 1 About This Manual Thank you for the PS121 Print Server according to these specifications: Table 1-1. Typographical conventions italics bold ...Emphasis, books, CDs, URL names User input Screen text, file and server names, extensions, commands, IP addresses Note: This format is written for purchasing the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server. About This Manual 1-1 Audience, Conventions, Scope This reference manual assumes ...
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User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server 1-2 About This Manual
User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server 1-2 About This Manual
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... operation with features, including: • Versatility. For quick installation and setup, please see the Model PS121 Print Server Installation Guide. The Print Server supports up the Model PS121 single USB Mini Print Server and provides you with NETGEAR Print Server configuration software. NETGEAR Print Servers are supplied to simplify setup. This manual describes in TCP/IP networks regardless of your LAN and operating system support for...
... operation with features, including: • Versatility. For quick installation and setup, please see the Model PS121 Print Server Installation Guide. The Print Server supports up the Model PS121 single USB Mini Print Server and provides you with NETGEAR Print Server configuration software. NETGEAR Print Servers are supplied to simplify setup. This manual describes in TCP/IP networks regardless of your LAN and operating system support for...
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... and switch • One USB port on the NETGEAR, Inc. For a list of USB printers that have been tested with NETGEAR print servers, see the Support section of the device with NETGEAR Print Server software that assures fast and easy setup for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Key Features The key features of the PS121 Print Server are available on the Model PS121 Print Server • Upgradeable BIOS Flash...
... and switch • One USB port on the NETGEAR, Inc. For a list of USB printers that have been tested with NETGEAR print servers, see the Support section of the device with NETGEAR Print Server software that assures fast and easy setup for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Key Features The key features of the PS121 Print Server are available on the Model PS121 Print Server • Upgradeable BIOS Flash...
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.... Driver and System Utility Software - Animated Network Properties Configuration Tutorial - User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Figure 2-1: PS121 Package Contents The product package should contain the following items: • PS121 Print Server • AC Power adapter • USB cable • Installation Guide for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server - PC Networking Tutorial • Warranty & Registration card • Support information card If any...
.... Driver and System Utility Software - Animated Network Properties Configuration Tutorial - User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Figure 2-1: PS121 Package Contents The product package should contain the following items: • PS121 Print Server • AC Power adapter • USB cable • Installation Guide for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server - PC Networking Tutorial • Warranty & Registration card • Support information card If any...
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... below for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Hardware Description The Model PS121 Mini Print Server LEDs indicate the status of the LED indicator lights: Table 2-1. It has a power adapter receptacle that accepts a 9V 500mA DC power adapter. The port operates in progress 2-4 Introduction It has one USB port. Figure 2-2: Model PS121 Mini Print Server Status Indicators See the table below , the PS121 Print Server has 2 LEDs...
... below for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Hardware Description The Model PS121 Mini Print Server LEDs indicate the status of the LED indicator lights: Table 2-1. It has a power adapter receptacle that accepts a 9V 500mA DC power adapter. The port operates in progress 2-4 Introduction It has one USB port. Figure 2-2: Model PS121 Mini Print Server Status Indicators See the table below , the PS121 Print Server has 2 LEDs...
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If your printer uses a parallel connector, you should use one of the Model PS121 Mini Print Server is a standard USB connector. Figure 2-4: Not Compatible with Centronics Parallel Printer Ports Introduction 2-5 PS121 USB Port Figure 2-3: Print Server USB Port Note: The Model PS121 Mini Print Server does not support printers using parallel connectors. User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server The USB Port The USB port of the other NETGEAR Print Servers such as the Model PS101 Mini Print Server.
If your printer uses a parallel connector, you should use one of the Model PS121 Mini Print Server is a standard USB connector. Figure 2-4: Not Compatible with Centronics Parallel Printer Ports Introduction 2-5 PS121 USB Port Figure 2-3: Print Server USB Port Note: The Model PS121 Mini Print Server does not support printers using parallel connectors. User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server The USB Port The USB port of the other NETGEAR Print Servers such as the Model PS101 Mini Print Server.
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... the button, plug in for the NETGEAR PS121 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 Recessed Diagnostic/Reset Button Figure 2-5: Print Server recessed diagnostic/reset button The button is recessed. Ensure that both the Print Server and the attached printer are unable...
... the button, plug in for the NETGEAR PS121 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 Recessed Diagnostic/Reset Button Figure 2-5: Print Server recessed diagnostic/reset button The button is recessed. Ensure that both the Print Server and the attached printer are unable...
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...cleaners. • Avoid using parallel connectors. If exposed to foot traffic, ensure that it to the PS121. Chapter 3 Setup This chapter describes how to install your NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server and set up the printer you should use one Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP PC. ...8226; You have a printer with a USB port. Tip: Set up basic connectivity on your Print Server, please observe the following are available: ...
...cleaners. • Avoid using parallel connectors. If exposed to foot traffic, ensure that it to the PS121. Chapter 3 Setup This chapter describes how to install your NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server and set up the printer you should use one Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP PC. ...8226; You have a printer with a USB port. Tip: Set up basic connectivity on your Print Server, please observe the following are available: ...
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...Set to Static IP for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Overview of PS121 Print Server Setup Before you share a printer with the Factory Default Restore button on page 2-6. Next, install the PS121 software from the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Resource CD and set up the PS121 on an Ethernet hub, switch,... shown below. You can restore these defaults with the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server, you should have at least one computer connected to an Ethernet network and have one unused port on your NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server. 1. User Manual for Regular Operation Before you begin,...
...Set to Static IP for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Overview of PS121 Print Server Setup Before you share a printer with the Factory Default Restore button on page 2-6. Next, install the PS121 software from the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Resource CD and set up the PS121 on an Ethernet hub, switch,... shown below. You can restore these defaults with the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server, you should have at least one computer connected to an Ethernet network and have one unused port on your NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server. 1. User Manual for Regular Operation Before you begin,...
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... the other end (C) into an open Ethernet port in length. PS121 USB Port c. e. A 3ULQWHU f. Your PS121 and printer are now connected to the USB connector on , the ACT light will blink then turn solid green. • ERROR light: The ERROR light should be ... b. in the network C device like a router. Setup 3-3 Turn on your printer. User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server First, Connect the Print Server and Printer to Your Network Connect the PS121 to the PS121, 86%&DEOH and plug the the power adapter. a. Connect the 9v power cord to your printer. Ensure that...
... the other end (C) into an open Ethernet port in length. PS121 USB Port c. e. A 3ULQWHU f. Your PS121 and printer are now connected to the USB connector on , the ACT light will blink then turn solid green. • ERROR light: The ERROR light should be ... b. in the network C device like a router. Setup 3-3 Turn on your printer. User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server First, Connect the Print Server and Printer to Your Network Connect the PS121 to the PS121, 86%&DEOH and plug the the power adapter. a. Connect the 9v power cord to your printer. Ensure that...
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... Next and follow the software installation utility prompts to run the Print Server Setup Wizard. e. b. The CD main NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Resource CD page shown at the right will load. When your computer restarts, click Finish to complete the software installation. NETGEAR Print Server Installation 3-4 Setup c. Install the PS121 software. Power on your computer, let the operating system boot...
... Next and follow the software installation utility prompts to run the Print Server Setup Wizard. e. b. The CD main NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Resource CD page shown at the right will load. When your computer restarts, click Finish to complete the software installation. NETGEAR Print Server Installation 3-4 Setup c. Install the PS121 software. Power on your computer, let the operating system boot...
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..." your network assigned to proceed. Click Next to proceed to Set Up a Fixed IP Address for the PS121. f. User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Run the Print Server Setup Wizard to the IP Address configuration screen. a. The Print Server Wizard will not work fine. Click Next to proceed to 192.168.0.245. In this wizard to set...
..." your network assigned to proceed. Click Next to proceed to Set Up a Fixed IP Address for the PS121. f. User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Run the Print Server Setup Wizard to the IP Address configuration screen. a. The Print Server Wizard will not work fine. Click Next to proceed to 192.168.0.245. In this wizard to set...
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For each computer on your network, use the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Resource CD to run the Add Printer Wizard according to proceed. Uninstall such print manager software before proceeding with the Add Printer Port Wizard. Click Yes to the steps below. Also, be sure that ...recognized on the network. After a short delay while the software searches the network for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Finally, Set Up Each Computer to Use the PS121 After you have set up. Use the NETGEAR Add Printer Wizard to set up each computer to check your TCP/IP configuration and make...
For each computer on your network, use the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Resource CD to run the Add Printer Wizard according to proceed. Uninstall such print manager software before proceeding with the Add Printer Port Wizard. Click Yes to the steps below. Also, be sure that ...recognized on the network. After a short delay while the software searches the network for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Finally, Set Up Each Computer to Use the PS121 After you have set up. Use the NETGEAR Add Printer Wizard to set up each computer to check your TCP/IP configuration and make...
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User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Set up each PC on you network that you want to use with the PS121. Click Next to proceed to select it to the Port/Printer name screen. b. Select the port you see the exact printer model number listed as ...the printer model number from in the previous screen, click it from the list. a. c. Use the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Resource CD to run the Add Printer Port Wizard to set up the correct printer driver for the printer port. If you added Setup 3-7 Take...
User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Set up each PC on you network that you want to use with the PS121. Click Next to proceed to select it to the Port/Printer name screen. b. Select the port you see the exact printer model number listed as ...the printer model number from in the previous screen, click it from the list. a. c. Use the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Resource CD to run the Add Printer Port Wizard to set up the correct printer driver for the printer port. If you added Setup 3-7 Take...