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...? ...2-4 Bottom Label Description 2-4 Power Socket ...2-6 Reset and Restore to Factory Defaults Button 2-6 RJ-45 Ethernet Port 2-6 Antenna ...2-6 Chapter 3 Basic Installation and Configuration Overview of Wireless USB Print Server Setup 3-1 WGPS606 Default Factory Settings 3-1 Verify Printer and Network Readiness 3-2 Understanding WGPS606 Wireless Security Options 3-3 Observe these Precautions 3-3 Set Up the Print Server 3-4 Now, Set Up a PC ...3-5 Troubleshooting Tips ...3-6 Two Ways to Log In to...
...? ...2-4 Bottom Label Description 2-4 Power Socket ...2-6 Reset and Restore to Factory Defaults Button 2-6 RJ-45 Ethernet Port 2-6 Antenna ...2-6 Chapter 3 Basic Installation and Configuration Overview of Wireless USB Print Server Setup 3-1 WGPS606 Default Factory Settings 3-1 Verify Printer and Network Readiness 3-2 Understanding WGPS606 Wireless Security Options 3-3 Observe these Precautions 3-3 Set Up the Print Server 3-4 Now, Set Up a PC ...3-5 Troubleshooting Tips ...3-6 Two Ways to Log In to...
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... or Restore Factory Defaults 4-4 Changing the Administrator Password 4-5 Chapter 5 Advanced Configuration Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings 5-1 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Basic Functioning ...6-2 The wireless USB print server has no power 6-2 No lights are lit on the wireless USB print server 6-2 Printing Errors ...6-2 The printer is printing "garbage" characters 6-2 Windows error message appears when printing 6-2 Differences in How Windows Handles Printing to the WGPS606 6-3 The print server is not found...
... or Restore Factory Defaults 4-4 Changing the Administrator Password 4-5 Chapter 5 Advanced Configuration Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings 5-1 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Basic Functioning ...6-2 The wireless USB print server has no power 6-2 No lights are lit on the wireless USB print server 6-2 Printing Errors ...6-2 The printer is printing "garbage" characters 6-2 Windows error message appears when printing 6-2 Differences in How Windows Handles Printing to the WGPS606 6-3 The print server is not found...
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... Use the WGPS606 Ethernet RJ-45 port to connect to the factory default settings when pushed and held for 10 seconds. Antenna The WGPS606 includes antenna. Indicates data traffic on the 100Mbps Ethernet LAN. 10 Mbps Ethernet link detected...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 Indicates no Ethernet link detected. 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet link detected, no activity. Be sure the antenna is positioned vertically for best side-to the WGPS606...
... Use the WGPS606 Ethernet RJ-45 port to connect to the factory default settings when pushed and held for 10 seconds. Antenna The WGPS606 includes antenna. Indicates data traffic on the 100Mbps Ethernet LAN. 10 Mbps Ethernet link detected...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 Indicates no Ethernet link detected. 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet link detected, no activity. Be sure the antenna is positioned vertically for best side-to the WGPS606...
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.... 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 Restore the Factory Default Settings" on your network will resemble this illustration. WGPS606 Default Factory Settings When you finish the installation, your Local Area Network (LAN). You can...
.... 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 Restore the Factory Default Settings" on your network will resemble this illustration. WGPS606 Default Factory Settings When you finish the installation, your Local Area Network (LAN). You can...
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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 begin, gather your existing network settings such as the Model PS101 Mini Print Server. • You may also need to have your printer uses a parallel connector, you will be set to the WGPS606. 3-2 Basic Installation...
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 begin, gather your existing network settings such as the Model PS101 Mini Print Server. • You may also need to have your printer uses a parallel connector, you will be set to the WGPS606. 3-2 Basic Installation...
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... label such as the port functions, default login information, etc. • If you use liquid or aerosol cleaners. • Avoid using this device from its feet. • Set the antenna vertically for best side-to-side coverage or horizontally for cleaning. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch • Unplug this...
... label such as the port functions, default login information, etc. • If you use liquid or aerosol cleaners. • Avoid using this device from its feet. • Set the antenna vertically for best side-to-side coverage or horizontally for cleaning. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch • Unplug this...
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... client. Figure 3-5: Basic IP Settings page • IP Settings Current IP Addresses The wireless USB print server is set to configure static IP addresses. Use this page. • IP Settings Suggested Values The wireless USB print server is shipped preconfigured to your network uses. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with the printers attached to the wireless USB print server. This assures that each...
... client. Figure 3-5: Basic IP Settings page • IP Settings Current IP Addresses The wireless USB print server is set to configure static IP addresses. Use this page. • IP Settings Suggested Values The wireless USB print server is shipped preconfigured to your network uses. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with the printers attached to the wireless USB print server. This assures that each...
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...Manually enter the SSID or accept the factory default setting. • Select an Existing Network. Select the option from the list. Enter a new name for the wireless USB print server and click Apply to save your wireless network. 3-10 202-10083-01 Basic ... the one wireless network, different wireless network names provide a means for separating the traffic. Understanding the Basic Wireless Settings To configure the wireless settings of up to 32 alphanumeric characters; Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch • WGPS606 Name You can...
...Manually enter the SSID or accept the factory default setting. • Select an Existing Network. Select the option from the list. Enter a new name for the wireless USB print server and click Apply to save your wireless network. 3-10 202-10083-01 Basic ... the one wireless network, different wireless network names provide a means for separating the traffic. Understanding the Basic Wireless Settings To configure the wireless settings of up to 32 alphanumeric characters; Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch • WGPS606 Name You can...
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... to the Local WGPS606 wireless USB print server. Idle, printing, no paper, or error information for the printer connected to USB port 1. The default is using . Identifies the channel the wireless port is NETGEAR. The version of the wireless USB print server's wireless port. The subnet mask for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Table 4-1. Reference Manual for the wireless USB print server. Displays the Media...
... to the Local WGPS606 wireless USB print server. Idle, printing, no paper, or error information for the printer connected to USB port 1. The default is using . Identifies the channel the wireless port is NETGEAR. The version of the wireless USB print server's wireless port. The subnet mask for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Table 4-1. Reference Manual for the wireless USB print server. Displays the Media...
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... sometimes desirable to restore the wireless USB print server to check the Firmware Version and verify that your settings before restoring the factory defaults. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Figure 4-2: WGPS606 Upgrade Firmware page 2. You can be password, the DHCP client is enabled, the WGPS606 defaults to back up your wireless USB print server now has the new...
... sometimes desirable to restore the wireless USB print server to check the Firmware Version and verify that your settings before restoring the factory defaults. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Figure 4-2: WGPS606 Upgrade Firmware page 2. You can be password, the DHCP client is enabled, the WGPS606 defaults to back up your wireless USB print server now has the new...
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... ready for use. Management 4-5 202-10083-01 The factory default configuration has now been restored, and the WGPS606 is password. Reference Manual for at least 10 seconds. 2. 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 • Reset to clear all...
... ready for use. Management 4-5 202-10083-01 The factory default configuration has now been restored, and the WGPS606 is password. Reference Manual for at least 10 seconds. 2. 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 • Reset to clear all...
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...long transmit preamble may provide a more reliable connection or slightly longer range. The default is best left off. Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings From the main menu of your WGPS606. A short transmit preamble gives better performance. Advanced Configuration 5-1 202-10083-01 Chapter...Wireless Settings to the switch via an Ethernet cable can be changed unless you will use the print server. • Mode. Select the option you are directly connected to bring up this is g and b. The default is necessary. • Enable wireless radio. If you disable the wireless...
...long transmit preamble may provide a more reliable connection or slightly longer range. The default is best left off. Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings From the main menu of your WGPS606. A short transmit preamble gives better performance. Advanced Configuration 5-1 202-10083-01 Chapter...Wireless Settings to the switch via an Ethernet cable can be changed unless you will use the print server. • Mode. Select the option you are directly connected to bring up this is g and b. The default is necessary. • Enable wireless radio. If you disable the wireless...
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... about troubleshooting your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606. Note: For up-to Reboot or Restore Factory Defaults" on page 3-4. • I connected the wireless USB print server correctly? For the common problems listed, go to "Set Up the Print Server" on page 4-4. Go to the section indicated. • Is the WGPS606 on? • Have I can't access the wireless USB print server from my...
... about troubleshooting your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606. Note: For up-to Reboot or Restore Factory Defaults" on page 3-4. • I connected the wireless USB print server correctly? For the common problems listed, go to "Set Up the Print Server" on page 4-4. Go to the section indicated. • Is the WGPS606 on? • Have I can't access the wireless USB print server from my...
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Use this method for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch I am using a DHCP server, and the Wireless USB Print Server gets an IP Address conflict If the wireless USB print server is left on page 2-6 for the wireless USB print server. Windows Printer Port Management ...Settings -> Printers) and double-click any printer to see the current print jobs. • For a Windows XP or 2000 computer, use Start -> Settings -> Printers to the WGPS606. Restoring the Default Configuration This section explains how to restore the factory default configuration settings...
Use this method for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch I am using a DHCP server, and the Wireless USB Print Server gets an IP Address conflict If the wireless USB print server is left on page 2-6 for the wireless USB print server. Windows Printer Port Management ...Settings -> Printers) and double-click any printer to see the current print jobs. • For a Windows XP or 2000 computer, use Start -> Settings -> Printers to the WGPS606. Restoring the Default Configuration This section explains how to restore the factory default configuration settings...
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...56 78 90" is expressed as its default key to transmit while a client adapter can only store one 128-bit key. Therefore, make sure that your 802.11 access and client adapters configurations match. Wireless Networking Basics B-7 202-10083-01 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Key Size and ... to U.S. export regulations. The 128-bit WEP Key is a 128-bit WEP Key. Typically, 802.11 access points can use WEP key 3 as 13 sets of the United States due to the forty-bit WEP data encryption method, the remaining 24 bits are factory...
...56 78 90" is expressed as its default key to transmit while a client adapter can only store one 128-bit key. Therefore, make sure that your 802.11 access and client adapters configurations match. Wireless Networking Basics B-7 202-10083-01 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Key Size and ... to U.S. export regulations. The 128-bit WEP Key is a 128-bit WEP Key. Typically, 802.11 access points can use WEP key 3 as 13 sets of the United States due to the forty-bit WEP data encryption method, the remaining 24 bits are factory...