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...change without notice. WPS54G-UG-40915NC JL This question mark provides you with a reminder about something you should pay special attention to these symbols, there are definitions for the following items when reading this : word: definition. Wireless-G PrintServer Copyright and Trademarks ...addition to while using the PrintServer. How to Use this User Guide The user guide to the Wireless-G PrintServer has been designed to do while using the PrintServer. Look for technical terms that could damage your property or the PrintServer. Linksys is something you might need ...
...change without notice. WPS54G-UG-40915NC JL This question mark provides you with a reminder about something you should pay special attention to these symbols, there are definitions for the following items when reading this : word: definition. Wireless-G PrintServer Copyright and Trademarks ...addition to while using the PrintServer. How to Use this User Guide The user guide to the Wireless-G PrintServer has been designed to do while using the PrintServer. Look for technical terms that could damage your property or the PrintServer. Linksys is something you might need ...
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... 28 The Status Tab - TCP/IP 20 The Protocol Tab - Security 25 The Printer Tab - Internet Printing 26 The Printer Tab - SNMP 23 The Wireless Tab - Logical Port 27 The Status Tab - Wireless 29 The Exit Tab 29 Wireless-G PrintServer Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What's in this Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the...
... 28 The Status Tab - TCP/IP 20 The Protocol Tab - Security 25 The Printer Tab - Internet Printing 26 The Printer Tab - SNMP 23 The Wireless Tab - Logical Port 27 The Status Tab - Wireless 29 The Exit Tab 29 Wireless-G PrintServer Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What's in this Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the...
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Wireless-G PrintServer Chapter 7: Bi-Admin Management 30 Overview 30 Bi-Admin Installation 30 Starting the Bi-Admin Management Utility 32 The Bi-Admin Management Utility 33 Chapter 8: Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) 44 Overview 44 Windows IPP Client Setup 44 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 49 Common Problems and Solutions 49 Appendix B: Wireless... Security 51 Security Precautions 51 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 51 Appendix C: About Bi-Directional Printing 54 Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware 55 Appendix...
Wireless-G PrintServer Chapter 7: Bi-Admin Management 30 Overview 30 Bi-Admin Installation 30 Starting the Bi-Admin Management Utility 32 The Bi-Admin Management Utility 33 Chapter 8: Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) 44 Overview 44 Windows IPP Client Setup 44 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 49 Common Problems and Solutions 49 Appendix B: Wireless... Security 51 Security Precautions 51 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 51 Appendix C: About Bi-Directional Printing 54 Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware 55 Appendix...
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... 16 Figure 5-8: Configure Printer Port 17 Figure 6-1: Setup Tab 19 Figure 6-2: Protocol Tab - Security (Pre-Shared Key) 25 SNMP 23 Figure 6-6: Wireless Tab - Wireless-G PrintServer List of Figures Figure 2-1: PrintServer's Bottom Panel 4 Figure 2-2: PrintServer's Front Panel 5 Figure 3-1: Connect to the Ethernet Port 6 Figure 3-2: Connect to the USB Port 6 Figure 3-3: Connect to the Power Port 6 Figure...
... 16 Figure 5-8: Configure Printer Port 17 Figure 6-1: Setup Tab 19 Figure 6-2: Protocol Tab - Security (Pre-Shared Key) 25 SNMP 23 Figure 6-6: Wireless Tab - Wireless-G PrintServer List of Figures Figure 2-1: PrintServer's Bottom Panel 4 Figure 2-2: PrintServer's Front Panel 5 Figure 3-1: Connect to the Ethernet Port 6 Figure 3-2: Connect to the USB Port 6 Figure 3-3: Connect to the Power Port 6 Figure...
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...Figure 6-10: Printer - Device 28 Figure 6-12: Firmware Upgrade 28 Figure 6-13: Status Tab - Internet Printing 39 Figure 7-15: Configuration - Specify a Printer 47 Figure 8-3: Windows 2000 - Locate Your Printer 47 Figure D-1: Status Tab - Wireless 41 Figure 7-17: Configuration - NetBEUI 38 Figure 7-14: Configuration - SNMP 42 Figure 7-18: Upgrade ... 7-6: Searching for Device 32 Figure 7-7: Bi-Admin Management Utility 33 Figure 7-8: Device Information 33 Figure 7-9: Printer Status 34 Figure 7-10: Configuration - Wireless-G PrintServer Figure 6-8: Wireless Tab -
...Figure 6-10: Printer - Device 28 Figure 6-12: Firmware Upgrade 28 Figure 6-13: Status Tab - Internet Printing 39 Figure 7-15: Configuration - Specify a Printer 47 Figure 8-3: Windows 2000 - Locate Your Printer 47 Figure D-1: Status Tab - Wireless 41 Figure 7-17: Configuration - NetBEUI 38 Figure 7-14: Configuration - SNMP 42 Figure 7-18: Upgrade ... 7-6: Searching for Device 32 Figure 7-7: Bi-Admin Management Utility 33 Figure 7-8: Device Information 33 Figure 7-9: Printer Status 34 Figure 7-10: Configuration - Wireless-G PrintServer Figure 6-8: Wireless Tab -
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A print server is attached to your network, both 802.11b and 802.11g standards and wired networks, allowing them to communicate with USB 1.1 printers, as well ... on all of the Wireless-G PrintServer. Networks are useful tools for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G PrintServer. Using a PrintServer frees up your network using its USB printer. But what does all the time. Wireless-G PrintServer Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for sharing Internet access and computer resources. Multiple computers can communicate without having to print sharing chores. This is...
A print server is attached to your network, both 802.11b and 802.11g standards and wired networks, allowing them to communicate with USB 1.1 printers, as well ... on all of the Wireless-G PrintServer. Networks are useful tools for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G PrintServer. Using a PrintServer frees up your network using its USB printer. But what does all the time. Wireless-G PrintServer Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for sharing Internet access and computer resources. Multiple computers can communicate without having to print sharing chores. This is...
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... to upgrade the firmware on the PrintServer should you can run remote print jobs. • Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix describes some potential problems and solutions regarding use the PrintServer as an IPP server so you need to Know the PrintServer This chapter describes the physical features of the PrintServer. • Appendix B: Wireless Security This appendix explains the...
... to upgrade the firmware on the PrintServer should you can run remote print jobs. • Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix describes some potential problems and solutions regarding use the PrintServer as an IPP server so you need to Know the PrintServer This chapter describes the physical features of the PrintServer. • Appendix B: Wireless Security This appendix explains the...
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... appendix provides contact information for a variety of terms frequently used in this Guide? Wireless-G PrintServer • Appendix E: Windows Help This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing the TCP/IP protocol. • Appendix F: Glossary This appendix gives a brief glossary of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.
... appendix provides contact information for a variety of terms frequently used in this Guide? Wireless-G PrintServer • Appendix E: Windows Help This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing the TCP/IP protocol. • Appendix F: Glossary This appendix gives a brief glossary of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.
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... you want to its factory defaults or print a test page. Wireless-G PrintServer Chapter 2: Getting to Know the PrintServer The Bottom Panel The PrintServer's ports and Reset button are ON. 2. Do not reset the PrintServer if you continue pressing the button for 2 seconds. 3. Unplug the PrintServer. 2. Press and hold it in the PrintServer. 3. The test page, which lists the...
... you want to its factory defaults or print a test page. Wireless-G PrintServer Chapter 2: Getting to Know the PrintServer The Bottom Panel The PrintServer's ports and Reset button are ON. 2. Do not reset the PrintServer if you continue pressing the button for 2 seconds. 3. Unplug the PrintServer. 2. Press and hold it in the PrintServer. 3. The test page, which lists the...
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... Front Panel If the Ethernet LED is continuously lit green, the PrintServer is sending data through the Ethernet port. If the Power LED is continuously lit green, then the PrintServer is actively sending or receiving data from the wired network. Wireless-G PrintServer The Front Panel The PrintServer's LEDs are collisions detected on the front panel.
... Front Panel If the Ethernet LED is continuously lit green, the PrintServer is sending data through the Ethernet port. If the Power LED is continuously lit green, then the PrintServer is actively sending or receiving data from the wired network. Wireless-G PrintServer The Front Panel The PrintServer's LEDs are collisions detected on the front panel.
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... your network is shown in the Server field on the PrintServer's sticker, which starts with the PrintServer. Then plug the other device should not exceed 328 feet (100 meters). 3. Wireless-G PrintServer Chapter 3: Connecting the PrintServer Overview Before starting the physical installation, note the PrintServer's default name, which is located on the PrintServer's back panel. The distance between the...
... your network is shown in the Server field on the PrintServer's sticker, which starts with the PrintServer. Then plug the other device should not exceed 328 feet (100 meters). 3. Wireless-G PrintServer Chapter 3: Connecting the PrintServer Overview Before starting the physical installation, note the PrintServer's default name, which is located on the PrintServer's back panel. The distance between the...
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... the included velcro into its two sides, the hook side and the loop side. Figure 3-4: Desktop Placement Chapter 3: Connecting the PrintServer 7 Placement Options Wireless-G PrintServer Placement Options There are different ways to mount the PrintServer on a wall or underneath a shelf. You can also use the velcro, follow these instructions: 1. To use the included velcro...
... the included velcro into its two sides, the hook side and the loop side. Figure 3-4: Desktop Placement Chapter 3: Connecting the PrintServer 7 Placement Options Wireless-G PrintServer Placement Options There are different ways to mount the PrintServer on a wall or underneath a shelf. You can also use the velcro, follow these instructions: 1. To use the included velcro...
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... a network. 8 If this is the first time you have previously configured the Print Server, select List all compatible Print Servers. Note the IP Address so you see the Welcome screen, click Setup Wizard to set up the PrintServer. 1. However, if you only have a wireless network, then you have run the Setup Wizard, make sure that you...
... a network. 8 If this is the first time you have previously configured the Print Server, select List all compatible Print Servers. Note the IP Address so you see the Welcome screen, click Setup Wizard to set up the PrintServer. 1. However, if you only have a wireless network, then you have run the Setup Wizard, make sure that you...
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... your network uses a router with a DHCP setting that automatically assigns IP addresses, select Automatically obtain an IP address (DHCP). Figure 4-3: Basic Settings Chapter 4: Configuring the PrintServer Using the Setup Wizard Installation Figure 4-4: IP Settings ip address: the address used to change the Device Name or Domain Name, enter the Device Name... Next to continue, or click Back to return to the previous screen. 5. Click Next to continue, or click Back to return to the previous screen. Wireless-G PrintServer 4.
... your network uses a router with a DHCP setting that automatically assigns IP addresses, select Automatically obtain an IP address (DHCP). Figure 4-3: Basic Settings Chapter 4: Configuring the PrintServer Using the Setup Wizard Installation Figure 4-4: IP Settings ip address: the address used to change the Device Name or Domain Name, enter the Device Name... Next to continue, or click Back to return to the previous screen. 5. Click Next to continue, or click Back to return to the previous screen. Wireless-G PrintServer 4.
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... if you want the PrintServer to a wired network via an access point. Wireless-G PrintServer 6. If you want the PrintServer to communicate using an access point or wireless router. In the SSID field, enter your wireless network's name. Figure 4-5: Set PrintServer's Password Chapter 4: Configuring the PrintServer Using the Setup Wizard Installation Figure 4-6: Wireless Settings ssid: your wireless network's SSID or name...
... if you want the PrintServer to a wired network via an access point. Wireless-G PrintServer 6. If you want the PrintServer to communicate using an access point or wireless router. In the SSID field, enter your wireless network's name. Figure 4-5: Set PrintServer's Password Chapter 4: Configuring the PrintServer Using the Setup Wizard Installation Figure 4-6: Wireless Settings ssid: your wireless network's SSID or name...
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.... If you use this method, refer to the Wireless Tab - Wireless-G PrintServer 8. If you want to enter a WEP key on any non-Linksys wireless products.) If you want to enable WEP encryption for greater wireless security, select the level of exactly 26 hexadecimal characters...the Next button. If you will appear. NOTE: The Wireless-G PrintServer also offers a Pre-Shared Key option for Linksys products. The Wireless Security Settings screen will see the automatically generated WEP key on a wireless network for instructions. 9. passphrase: used much like a password...
.... If you use this method, refer to the Wireless Tab - Wireless-G PrintServer 8. If you want to enter a WEP key on any non-Linksys wireless products.) If you want to enable WEP encryption for greater wireless security, select the level of exactly 26 hexadecimal characters...the Next button. If you will appear. NOTE: The Wireless-G PrintServer also offers a Pre-Shared Key option for Linksys products. The Wireless Security Settings screen will see the automatically generated WEP key on a wireless network for instructions. 9. passphrase: used much like a password...
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... start the Setup Wizard again. 11. Click User Install at the bottom of the Congratulations screen, and go to save the new settings, click Yes. Wireless-G PrintServer 10. you will appear. Figure 4-9: Confirmation Chapter 4: Configuring the PrintServer Using the Setup Wizard Installation Figure 4-10: Congratulations 12
... start the Setup Wizard again. 11. Click User Install at the bottom of the Congratulations screen, and go to save the new settings, click Yes. Wireless-G PrintServer 10. you will appear. Figure 4-9: Confirmation Chapter 4: Configuring the PrintServer Using the Setup Wizard Installation Figure 4-10: Congratulations 12
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...PrintServer by using a computer with a CD-ROM drive to manually assign an IP address, run automatically. When you haven't already done so, insert the Setup CD-ROM into the computer's CD-ROM drive. Linksys...your printer's driver before you install the PrintServer's driver. Wireless-G PrintServer Chapter 5: Windows Driver Installation Overview This section installs the PrintServer's software on your Windows 98, Me...the installation. If your printer? Make sure you can use the PrintServer for print jobs. (The PrintServer is fully compatible with Windows 98, Me, 2000, and XP...
...PrintServer by using a computer with a CD-ROM drive to manually assign an IP address, run automatically. When you haven't already done so, insert the Setup CD-ROM into the computer's CD-ROM drive. Linksys...your printer's driver before you install the PrintServer's driver. Wireless-G PrintServer Chapter 5: Windows Driver Installation Overview This section installs the PrintServer's software on your Windows 98, Me...the installation. If your printer? Make sure you can use the PrintServer for print jobs. (The PrintServer is fully compatible with Windows 98, Me, 2000, and XP...
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... Destination Location screen will appear. To install the driver in a different location, click the Browse button and select the location. Then click Next to continue. Wireless-G PrintServer 4. Figure 5-2: Driver Setup Welcome Chapter 5: Windows Driver Installation Installation Figure 5-3: Choose Destination Location 14
... Destination Location screen will appear. To install the driver in a different location, click the Browse button and select the location. Then click Next to continue. Wireless-G PrintServer 4. Figure 5-2: Driver Setup Welcome Chapter 5: Windows Driver Installation Installation Figure 5-3: Choose Destination Location 14
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... now is installed, the Setup Complete screen will appear. When the driver is selected. Click Finish to end the driver installation. 7. Click Next. The Print Driver must still be added to the program folder listed. The Select Program Folder screen will appear. Figure 5-4: Select Program Folder Chapter 5: Windows Driver Installation ... or click Cancel to end the driver installation and begin the driver configuration. You may change the name for the program folder, if you wish. Wireless-G PrintServer 6.
... now is installed, the Setup Complete screen will appear. When the driver is selected. Click Finish to end the driver installation. 7. Click Next. The Print Driver must still be added to the program folder listed. The Select Program Folder screen will appear. Figure 5-4: Select Program Folder Chapter 5: Windows Driver Installation ... or click Cancel to end the driver installation and begin the driver configuration. You may change the name for the program folder, if you wish. Wireless-G PrintServer 6.