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Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone 1-888-NETGEAR 202-10083-01 March 2005 202-10083-01
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone 1-888-NETGEAR 202-10083-01 March 2005 202-10083-01
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... to reduce the potential for this user guide. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 Tested to Comply with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. could void the user's authority... operating in accordance with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Note: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by NETGEAR, Inc. To ensure compliance with the limits for help. This device complies with any interference received, including interference...
... to reduce the potential for this user guide. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 Tested to Comply with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. could void the user's authority... operating in accordance with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Note: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by NETGEAR, Inc. To ensure compliance with the limits for help. This device complies with any interference received, including interference...
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Product and Publication Details Model Number: Publication Date: Product Family: Product Name: Home or Business Product: Language: Publication Part Number: WGPS606 March 2005 wireless USB print server NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 Home English 202-10083-01 iv 202-10083-01
Product and Publication Details Model Number: Publication Date: Product Family: Product Name: Home or Business Product: Language: Publication Part Number: WGPS606 March 2005 wireless USB print server NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 Home English 202-10083-01 iv 202-10083-01
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... installation are presented in detail how to your wireless USB print server. Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with the IEEE 802.11g (DSSS). • WEP support. For quick installation and setup, please see the WGPS606 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server Installation Guide. The Wireless USB Print Server complies with 4-Port Switch WGPS606. Minimal prerequisites for operation with about a 300 foot...
... installation are presented in detail how to your wireless USB print server. Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with the IEEE 802.11g (DSSS). • WEP support. For quick installation and setup, please see the WGPS606 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server Installation Guide. The Wireless USB Print Server complies with 4-Port Switch WGPS606. Minimal prerequisites for operation with about a 300 foot...
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.... 802.11g Standards-based Wireless Networking The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with Auto Uplink Interface. Client: The WGPS606 can be upgraded easily, using only your Web browser, and can act as a client and obtain information from your DHCP server. The NETGEAR Smart Wizard software that assures fast and easy setup for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch •...
.... 802.11g Standards-based Wireless Networking The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with Auto Uplink Interface. Client: The WGPS606 can be upgraded easily, using only your Web browser, and can act as a client and obtain information from your DHCP server. The NETGEAR Smart Wizard software that assures fast and easy setup for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch •...
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...network meets these requirements: • A 100-240 V, 50-60 HZ AC power source • A Web browser for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Autosensing Ethernet Connections with the TCP/IP protocol installed and a CD-ROM drive • An 802.11b or...At least one Pentium class computer (or equivalent) with Auto Uplink The WGPS606 can connect to a switch or hub. System Requirements Before installing the WGPS606, make the right connection. The wireless USB print server incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. The Ethernet port will accommodate either type of...
...network meets these requirements: • A 100-240 V, 50-60 HZ AC power source • A Web browser for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Autosensing Ethernet Connections with the TCP/IP protocol installed and a CD-ROM drive • An 802.11b or...At least one Pentium class computer (or equivalent) with Auto Uplink The WGPS606 can connect to a switch or hub. System Requirements Before installing the WGPS606, make the right connection. The wireless USB print server incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. The Ethernet port will accommodate either type of...
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...; NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 front and rear hardware functions are any wrong, missing, or damaged parts. Bottom Label Description The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 • Power adapter and cord (12Vdc, 1A) • Printed WGPS606 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server Installation Guide • Resource CD for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point - Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606...
...; NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 front and rear hardware functions are any wrong, missing, or damaged parts. Bottom Label Description The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 • Power adapter and cord (12Vdc, 1A) • Printed WGPS606 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server Installation Guide • Resource CD for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point - Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606...
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...164;åË M¬Ä . - +ÝjÁ +0 +0 8ÁjjÄÄ ¤ Ô Figure 2-1: WGPS606 bottom label The following table describes the bottom label information: ITEM Power Status Light Off On Green Yellow Blink Yellow Solid Printer LPT1 & LPT2 Status.... Power is on and it is on and it has failed its power on self test diagnostic. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch 1 20Ë .. ÖÄjÁË?j]ËË?a a a Ë ]Ë+:Ï...
...164;åË M¬Ä . - +ÝjÁ +0 +0 8ÁjjÄÄ ¤ Ô Figure 2-1: WGPS606 bottom label The following table describes the bottom label information: ITEM Power Status Light Off On Green Yellow Blink Yellow Solid Printer LPT1 & LPT2 Status.... Power is on and it is on and it has failed its power on self test diagnostic. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch 1 20Ë .. ÖÄjÁË?j]ËË?a a a Ë ]Ë+:Ï...
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...vertically for best side-to an Ethernet LAN through a device such as a hub, switch, or router. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch ITEM Switch Status Lights Off/ Green On Green Blink Yellow 0n Yellow Blink DESCRIPTION Ethernet LAN Link Activity Indicators ... to the factory default settings when pushed and held for best up-and-down coverage. 2-6 Introduction 202-10083-01 Antenna The WGPS606 includes antenna. Reset and Restore to Factory Defaults Button The reset and restore to defaults button located between the Ethernet RJ-45...
...vertically for best side-to an Ethernet LAN through a device such as a hub, switch, or router. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch ITEM Switch Status Lights Off/ Green On Green Blink Yellow 0n Yellow Blink DESCRIPTION Ethernet LAN Link Activity Indicators ... to the factory default settings when pushed and held for best up-and-down coverage. 2-6 Introduction 202-10083-01 Antenna The WGPS606 includes antenna. Reset and Restore to Factory Defaults Button The reset and restore to defaults button located between the Ethernet RJ-45...
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... installation, your network will resemble this illustration. You can restore these defaults with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 and set up basic connectivity on page 2-6. Chapter 3 Basic Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to install your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with the Factory Default Restore button on the rear panel as explained in "How to...
... installation, your network will resemble this illustration. You can restore these defaults with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 and set up basic connectivity on page 2-6. Chapter 3 Basic Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to install your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with the Factory Default Restore button on the rear panel as explained in "How to...
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... that the following are available: • You have a working properly before connecting it to have a printer with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 does not support printers using parallel connectors. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Network Setting Default Factory Setting IP Address Provided automatically via DHCP for regular operation Before you...
... that the following are available: • You have a working properly before connecting it to have a printer with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 does not support printers using parallel connectors. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Network Setting Default Factory Setting IP Address Provided automatically via DHCP for regular operation Before you...
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... 70!6ERYSTRONGSECURITY WGPS606 Figure 3-2: WGPS606 wireless data security options There are covered in detail in this chapter. The Wireless USB Print Server provides highly effective security features which are several ways you can enhance the security of your wireless network: •... wireless USB print server, please observe the following precautions. • Use only the correct power supply. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with a compatible adapter. Deploy the security features appropriate to protect your wireless equipment...
... 70!6ERYSTRONGSECURITY WGPS606 Figure 3-2: WGPS606 wireless data security options There are covered in detail in this chapter. The Wireless USB Print Server provides highly effective security features which are several ways you can enhance the security of your wireless network: •... wireless USB print server, please observe the following precautions. • Use only the correct power supply. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with a compatible adapter. Deploy the security features appropriate to protect your wireless equipment...
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... easiest. • Using the IP address of 255.255.255.0. 2. The procedure for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Two Ways to Log In to the WGPS606 The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 192.168.0.x and a Subnet Mask of the WGPS606. Reference Manual for using its IP address into your browser. 4. The Smart Wizard on the...
... easiest. • Using the IP address of 255.255.255.0. 2. The procedure for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Two Ways to Log In to the WGPS606 The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 192.168.0.x and a Subnet Mask of the WGPS606. Reference Manual for using its IP address into your browser. 4. The Smart Wizard on the...
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... and Configuration 202-10083-01 Reference Manual for the wireless USB print server. Figure 3-4: Login result: WGPS606 home page When the wireless USB print server is no activity before it automatically logs you do not click Logout, the wireless USB print server will wait 5 minutes after there is connected to the...Knowledge Base or the Documentation link under the Web Support menu to view support information or the documentation for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Log in using the default user name of admin and default password of password. Your Web...
... and Configuration 202-10083-01 Reference Manual for the wireless USB print server. Figure 3-4: Login result: WGPS606 home page When the wireless USB print server is no activity before it automatically logs you do not click Logout, the wireless USB print server will wait 5 minutes after there is connected to the...Knowledge Base or the Documentation link under the Web Support menu to view support information or the documentation for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Log in using the default user name of admin and default password of password. Your Web...
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...: Manually enter the SSID or accept the factory default setting. • Select an Existing Network. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch • WGPS606 Name You can change to show which security option will be used. The SSID is more than one you will use .... • Security Settings. Click Scan. Enter a value of the main menu to view the Wireless Settings page. If security...
...: Manually enter the SSID or accept the factory default setting. • Select an Existing Network. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch • WGPS606 Name You can change to show which security option will be used. The SSID is more than one you will use .... • Security Settings. Click Scan. Enter a value of the main menu to view the Wireless Settings page. If security...
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Figure 4-1: Wireless USB Print Server Status screen This screen shows the following parameters: Management 4-1 202-10083-01 From the main menu of the browser interface, click Status to use the management features of your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606. Viewing General Information The Status screen summarizes of the browser interface. These features can be found under the Maintenance heading in the main menu of the current WGPS606 configuration settings. Chapter 4 Management This chapter describes how to view the system status screen.
Figure 4-1: Wireless USB Print Server Status screen This screen shows the following parameters: Management 4-1 202-10083-01 From the main menu of the browser interface, click Status to use the management features of your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606. Viewing General Information The Status screen summarizes of the browser interface. These features can be found under the Maintenance heading in the main menu of the current WGPS606 configuration settings. Chapter 4 Management This chapter describes how to view the system status screen.
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... (SSID) Connection Status Signal Strength Channel Security IP Settings IP Address Subnet Mask System Description These parameters apply to the Local WGPS606 wireless USB print server. These parameters apply to the target remote WGPS606, VPN gateway, or VPN client. These parameters apply to the WGPS606 wireless USB print server. The subnet mask for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Table 4-1.
... (SSID) Connection Status Signal Strength Channel Security IP Settings IP Address Subnet Mask System Description These parameters apply to the Local WGPS606 wireless USB print server. These parameters apply to the target remote WGPS606, VPN gateway, or VPN client. These parameters apply to the WGPS606 wireless USB print server. The subnet mask for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Table 4-1.
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... it is important not to the wireless USB print server. Note: The Web browser used to the WGPS606 via a wireless link. If the upgrade file is stored in FLASH memory, and can be downloaded from the NETGEAR Web site. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Backing Up the Wireless USB Print Server Settings . Upgrade files can be...
... it is important not to the wireless USB print server. Note: The Web browser used to the WGPS606 via a wireless link. If the upgrade file is stored in FLASH memory, and can be downloaded from the NETGEAR Web site. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Backing Up the Wireless USB Print Server Settings . Upgrade files can be...
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... before restoring the factory defaults. The reset button has two functions: • Reboot. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Figure 4-2: WGPS606 Upgrade Firmware page 2. Restoring Factory Default Settings It is no DHCP server. In some cases, you use the Default Reset button on the rear panel of 192.168.0.102...
... before restoring the factory defaults. The reset button has two functions: • Reboot. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Figure 4-2: WGPS606 Upgrade Firmware page 2. Restoring Factory Default Settings It is no DHCP server. In some cases, you use the Default Reset button on the rear panel of 192.168.0.102...
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... restored, and the WGPS606 is password. Reference Manual for at least 10 seconds. 2. To clear all settings to clear all data and restore all data and restore the factory default values: 1. Use something with a small point, such as a pen, to press the Reset button in for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch...
... restored, and the WGPS606 is password. Reference Manual for at least 10 seconds. 2. To clear all settings to clear all data and restore all data and restore the factory default values: 1. Use something with a small point, such as a pen, to press the Reset button in for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch...