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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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... This Manual Audience, Conventions, Scope 1-1 Chapter 2 Introduction 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...
... This Manual Audience, Conventions, Scope 1-1 Chapter 2 Introduction 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...
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... written for purchasing the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server. 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. Audience, Conventions, Scope This reference manual assumes that the reader has basic-to highlight information of importance or special interest. Manual Specifications Product Version Manual Publication Date NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server February 2004 Note...
... written for purchasing the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server. 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. Audience, Conventions, Scope This reference manual assumes that the reader has basic-to highlight information of importance or special interest. Manual Specifications Product Version Manual Publication Date NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server February 2004 Note...
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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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User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the features, package contents, and appearance of utility programs are fast and easy to set up the Model PS121 single USB Mini Print Server and provides you with NETGEAR Print Server configuration software. A number of the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server. For Windows 98/ Me/2000/XP users, the easy to set up...
User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the features, package contents, and appearance of utility programs are fast and easy to set up the Model PS121 single USB Mini Print Server and provides you with NETGEAR Print Server configuration software. A number of the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server. For Windows 98/ Me/2000/XP users, the easy to set up...
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.../100 Mbps hub and switch • One USB port on the NETGEAR, Inc. For a list of USB printers that have been tested 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 EPROM Note...
.../100 Mbps hub and switch • One USB port on the NETGEAR, Inc. For a list of USB printers that have been tested 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 EPROM Note...
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...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 - User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server (201-10011-01) • NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server..., or damaged, contact your product package. For priority service, register online on the NETGEAR Web page at: http://www.NETGEAR.com You can also fill out and return the Warranty & Registration Card that is ...
...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 - User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server (201-10011-01) • NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server..., or damaged, contact your product package. For priority service, register online on the NETGEAR Web page at: http://www.NETGEAR.com You can also fill out and return the Warranty & Registration Card that is ...
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...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. Figure 2-2: Model PS121 Mini Print Server Status Indicators See the table below , the PS121 Print Server ... Normal operation transmitting or receiving data from the network. It has one USB port. It has one 10/100 Mbps network port. User Manual for a description of the server and the Ethernet traffic. It has a diagnostic/reset button. As illustrated...
...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. Figure 2-2: Model PS121 Mini Print Server Status Indicators See the table below , the PS121 Print Server ... Normal operation transmitting or receiving data from the network. It has one USB port. It has one 10/100 Mbps network port. User Manual for a description of the server and the Ethernet traffic. It has a diagnostic/reset button. As illustrated...
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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. 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. If your printer uses a parallel connector, you should use one of the Model PS121 Mini Print Server is a standard USB connector.
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. 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. If your printer uses a parallel connector, you should use one of the Model PS121 Mini Print Server is a standard USB connector.
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... the Factory Default Settings 1. While pressing 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. User Manual for 2 seconds. 3.
... the Factory Default Settings 1. While pressing 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. User Manual for 2 seconds. 3.
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User Manual 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 the rear panel as the TCP/IP addresses and networking protocols in "How ... existing network settings such as explained in use. 3-2 Setup First, connect the PS121 to Static IP for Initial Setup but Must Be Set to your NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server. 1. Next, install the PS121 software from the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Resource CD and set up the PS121 on your network 3.
User Manual 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 the rear panel as the TCP/IP addresses and networking protocols in "How ... existing network settings such as explained in use. 3-2 Setup First, connect the PS121 to Static IP for Initial Setup but Must Be Set to your NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server. 1. Next, install the PS121 software from the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Resource CD and set up the PS121 on your network 3.
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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. Ensure that the PS121 power is ... limit the cable distance to your printer. Your PS121 and printer are now connected to 328 ft. PS121 USB Port c. a. Check the PS121 status lights and verify the following: • ACT light: When the print server is OFF. e. Insert one end of an Ethernet cable (B) into the Ethernet port on your network! A 3ULQWHU...
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. Ensure that the PS121 power is ... limit the cable distance to your printer. Your PS121 and printer are now connected to 328 ft. PS121 USB Port c. a. Check the PS121 status lights and verify the following: • ACT light: When the print server is OFF. e. Insert one end of an Ethernet cable (B) into the Ethernet port on your network! A 3ULQWHU...
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The CD main NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Resource CD page shown at the right will load. d. NETGEAR Print Server Installation 3-4 Setup a. Power on your network. f. c. e. When prompted, restart your computer restarts, click Finish to complete the installation. User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Now, Install and Configure the PS121 Software Note: Any print manager software from a printer manufacturer such as...
The CD main NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Resource CD page shown at the right will load. d. NETGEAR Print Server Installation 3-4 Setup a. Power on your network. f. c. e. When prompted, restart your computer restarts, click Finish to complete the installation. User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Now, Install and Configure the PS121 Software Note: Any print manager software from a printer manufacturer such as...
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... Wizard. Click Finish to proceed. Click Yes to the IP Address configuration screen. User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Run the Print Server Setup Wizard to Set Up a Fixed IP Address for operation on the PS121. If the Print Server Setup Wizard cannot find your PS121, check the network connections and status lights on your network...
... Wizard. Click Finish to proceed. Click Yes to the IP Address configuration screen. User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Run the Print Server Setup Wizard to Set Up a Fixed IP Address for operation on the PS121. If the Print Server Setup Wizard cannot find your PS121, check the network connections and status lights on your network...
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...to Use the PS121 After you have set up. After a short delay while the software searches the network for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Finally, Set Up Each Computer to check your TCP/IP configuration and make sure that both the PS121 and the ...Print Server Setup Wizard finishes, you are secure. 3-6 Setup b. User Manual for your PS121, the Printer Select window opens and displays the PS121 you have set up the PS121 in this by using the NETGEAR Add Printer Port Wizard. a. Warning: Print manager software from Epson and from the Windows Start menu NETGEAR Print Server...
...to Use the PS121 After you have set up. After a short delay while the software searches the network for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Finally, Set Up Each Computer to check your TCP/IP configuration and make sure that both the PS121 and the ...Print Server Setup Wizard finishes, you are secure. 3-6 Setup b. User Manual for your PS121, the Printer Select window opens and displays the PS121 you have set up the PS121 in this by using the NETGEAR Add Printer Port Wizard. a. Warning: Print manager software from Epson and from the Windows Start menu NETGEAR Print Server...
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b. c. Take note of the printer and the PS121. 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 NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Set up each PC on you network that you see the exact printer model number... listed. Then, close any remaining Add Printer Port Wizard or Windows Add Printer Wizard windows. If prompted, print a test page to the Port/Printer name screen. a. User Manual for the printer port. Click Next to proceed to the Select Printer screen. Select the port you added Setup...
b. c. Take note of the printer and the PS121. 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 NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server Set up each PC on you network that you see the exact printer model number... listed. Then, close any remaining Add Printer Port Wizard or Windows Add Printer Wizard windows. If prompted, print a test page to the Port/Printer name screen. a. User Manual for the printer port. Click Next to proceed to the Select Printer screen. Select the port you added Setup...
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... a minute and check the status light on the mini print server It takes a few seconds for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server • Make sure the power adapter is a problem with your computer or Internet connectivity. Nothing is in the operating system, then run the Add Printer Wizard. User Manual for the status light to a functioning power outlet...
... a minute and check the status light on the mini print server It takes a few seconds for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server • Make sure the power adapter is a problem with your computer or Internet connectivity. Nothing is in the operating system, then run the Add Printer Wizard. User Manual for the status light to a functioning power outlet...
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... type Ping followed by the DHCP server. From the Windows toolbar, click the Start button and select Run. 2. User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server • Turn off , the mini print server will obtain a new IP Address. To ping the mini print server from your computer to verify that ...the LAN path to the designated device. Click OK. Reset the mini print server so it is turned...
... type Ping followed by the DHCP server. From the Windows toolbar, click the Start button and select Run. 2. User Manual for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server • Turn off , the mini print server will obtain a new IP Address. To ping the mini print server from your computer to verify that ...the LAN path to the designated device. Click OK. Reset the mini print server so it is turned...
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... the printer remotely from the Web configuration screen. User Manual for more information. 4-4 Troubleshooting Make sure the Status LED is not known. Use this button. The following conditions are on . • Wrong network configuration - either Idle or Printing, depending on page 4-6 for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server • Wrong physical connections - See "Printer Port Screen...
... the printer remotely from the Web configuration screen. User Manual for more information. 4-4 Troubleshooting Make sure the Status LED is not known. Use this button. The following conditions are on . • Wrong network configuration - either Idle or Printing, depending on page 4-6 for the NETGEAR PS121 Mini Print Server • Wrong physical connections - See "Printer Port Screen...