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... be subject to certain restrictions. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT- Other brand and ... application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein. © 2007 NETGEAR, Inc. Technical Support Please refer to the support information card that the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server is shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the application of...
... be subject to certain restrictions. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT- Other brand and ... application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein. © 2007 NETGEAR, Inc. Technical Support Please refer to the support information card that the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server is shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the application of...
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The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in the operating instructions. iii v2.0, April 2007 It is hereby certified that the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server has been suppressed in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. Certificate of shielded cables. Lesen Sie dazu bitte die Anmerkungen in der ...
The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in the operating instructions. iii v2.0, April 2007 It is hereby certified that the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server has been suppressed in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. Certificate of shielded cables. Lesen Sie dazu bitte die Anmerkungen in der ...
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Contents NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual About This Manual Conventions, Formats and Scope vii How to Use This Manual viii How to Print this Manual viii Chapter 1 Getting Started What Is in the Box ...1-2 Hardware Description ...1-3 LED Indicators ...1-3 USB Port ...1-4 Diagnostic/Reset Push Button 1-4 Observe These Precautions 1-5 Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Preparing for Installation...
Contents NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual About This Manual Conventions, Formats and Scope vii How to Use This Manual viii How to Print this Manual viii Chapter 1 Getting Started What Is in the Box ...1-2 Hardware Description ...1-3 LED Indicators ...1-3 USB Port ...1-4 Diagnostic/Reset Push Button 1-4 Observe These Precautions 1-5 Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Preparing for Installation...
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... with Your Web Browser 3-6 Changing the Password 3-8 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Basic Functioning ...4-1 The print server has no power 4-1 No lights are lit on the print server 4-2 Printing Errors ...4-2 The printer is printing "garbage" characters 4-2 Windows error message appears when printing 4-2 The print server is not found 4-2 Nothing is printing ...4-2 Checking the Current Status of the Printer 4-3 Appendix A Default Configuration Settings and...
... with Your Web Browser 3-6 Changing the Password 3-8 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Basic Functioning ...4-1 The print server has no power 4-1 No lights are lit on the print server 4-2 Printing Errors ...4-2 The printer is printing "garbage" characters 4-2 Windows error message appears when printing 4-2 The print server is not found 4-2 Nothing is printing ...4-2 Checking the Current Status of the Printer 4-3 Appendix A Default Configuration Settings and...
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... used to the equipment. • Scope. Tip: This format is intended for the USB Multifunction Print Server according to install, configure and troubleshoot the NETGEAR® PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server. Conventions, Formats and Scope The conventions, formats, and scope of importance or special interest...time or resources. About This Manual This manual describes how to these specifications: Product Version Manual Publication Date PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server April 2007 vii v2.0, April 2007 The information in this type of note may result in the following...
... used to the equipment. • Scope. Tip: This format is intended for the USB Multifunction Print Server according to install, configure and troubleshoot the NETGEAR® PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server. Conventions, Formats and Scope The conventions, formats, and scope of importance or special interest...time or resources. About This Manual This manual describes how to these specifications: Product Version Manual Publication Date PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server April 2007 vii v2.0, April 2007 The information in this type of note may result in the following...
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... also be compatible, or partially compatible, but NETGEAR has not tested them. 1-1 v2.0, April 2007 The print server allows you to prepare for installation. • For quick installation and setup, see the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server Installation Guide, which describes the installation and use of the PS121v2 for operation with NETGEAR print servers, see the Support section of the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server.
... also be compatible, or partially compatible, but NETGEAR has not tested them. 1-1 v2.0, April 2007 The print server allows you to prepare for installation. • For quick installation and setup, see the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server Installation Guide, which describes the installation and use of the PS121v2 for operation with NETGEAR print servers, see the Support section of the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server.
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..., contact your product package. 1-2 Getting Started v2.0, April 2007 To qualify for repair. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual What Is in the Box 1. 4, 5, 6 2. 3. Documentation including the installation guide and the NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual (this document) • PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server Installation Guide • Warranty & Registration card • Support information card If any of...
..., contact your product package. 1-2 Getting Started v2.0, April 2007 To qualify for repair. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual What Is in the Box 1. 4, 5, 6 2. 3. Documentation including the installation guide and the NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual (this document) • PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server Installation Guide • Warranty & Registration card • Support information card If any of...
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... Flashing Off Off Off On Flashing Description No power Power on, idle normal operation Normal operation transmitting or receiving data from the network. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Hardware Description The PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server LEDs indicate the status of the LED indicator lights: Table 1-1. It has one 10/100 Mbps network port. No...
... Flashing Off Off Off On Flashing Description No power Power on, idle normal operation Normal operation transmitting or receiving data from the network. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Hardware Description The PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server LEDs indicate the status of the LED indicator lights: Table 1-1. It has one 10/100 Mbps network port. No...
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...; Restore the factory default settings • Print a test page containing all current settings Figure 1-4 Recessed Diagnostic/Reset Button The button is a standard USB connector. Figure 1-3 PS121 USB 2.0 Port Note: The USB Multifunction Print Server does not support printers using parallel connectors. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual USB Port The USB port of the other NETGEAR Print Servers such as the Model PS101 Mini Print Server.
...; Restore the factory default settings • Print a test page containing all current settings Figure 1-4 Recessed Diagnostic/Reset Button The button is a standard USB connector. Figure 1-3 PS121 USB 2.0 Port Note: The USB Multifunction Print Server does not support printers using parallel connectors. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual USB Port The USB port of the other NETGEAR Print Servers such as the Model PS101 Mini Print Server.
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... pressing the button, apply power to foot traffic, ensure that both the Print Server and the attached printer are restored. If exposed to the Print Server and continue pressing the button until the ERROR LED flashes slowly. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual To Restore the Factory Default Settings Note: The factory default setting for the...
... pressing the button, apply power to foot traffic, ensure that both the Print Server and the attached printer are restored. If exposed to the Print Server and continue pressing the button until the ERROR LED flashes slowly. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual To Restore the Factory Default Settings Note: The factory default setting for the...
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...have one of the other NETGEAR Print Servers such as the TCP/IP addresses and networking protocols in this manual. Preparing for Installation Assure that you should use one unused port on your existing network settings such as the Model PS101 Mini Print Server. • Gather your Local... Area Network (LAN). Chapter 2 Installation and Setup This chapter describes how to install your PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server and set up basic connectivity on a router. • You...
...have one of the other NETGEAR Print Servers such as the TCP/IP addresses and networking protocols in this manual. Preparing for Installation Assure that you should use one unused port on your existing network settings such as the Model PS101 Mini Print Server. • Gather your Local... Area Network (LAN). Chapter 2 Installation and Setup This chapter describes how to install your PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server and set up basic connectivity on a router. • You...
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NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Overview When installation is complete, your network configuration will look similar to the following: Router Printer Print Server PS121 Figure 2-1 Computers Multi-Function Printers The PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server works with these operating systems: • Microsoft Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows 98 SE, or Windows ME • Macintosh • Microsoft Vista...
NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Overview When installation is complete, your network configuration will look similar to the following: Router Printer Print Server PS121 Figure 2-1 Computers Multi-Function Printers The PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server works with these operating systems: • Microsoft Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows 98 SE, or Windows ME • Macintosh • Microsoft Vista...
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... installation wizard. Click Install and Set Up the Print Server with the print server. The CD main page opens. 3. Note: For TCP/IP LPR printer installation, see "Installation for the PS121v2 into your computer, let the operating system boot up the print server and a single PC. Installation NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual First, install and set up One...
... installation wizard. Click Install and Set Up the Print Server with the print server. The CD main page opens. 3. Note: For TCP/IP LPR printer installation, see "Installation for the PS121v2 into your computer, let the operating system boot up the print server and a single PC. Installation NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual First, install and set up One...
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... OK to continue to the print server. If it is installed in order to the print server in the system tray. Note: Take a note of the print server was successful. 8. Click Next to close the installation assistant. 9. If you complete the Connect Equipment page, the installation assistant searches your network. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual 4. When you...
... OK to continue to the print server. If it is installed in order to the print server in the system tray. Note: Take a note of the print server was successful. 8. Click Next to close the installation assistant. 9. If you complete the Connect Equipment page, the installation assistant searches your network. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual 4. When you...
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...set up each additional computer to the router, the print server's IP address will never change. Installation and Setup 2-5 v2.0, April 2007 NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Reserve the Print Server's IP Address on Your Router The DHCP server on the bottom or the back of the router...browser. If you have a NETGEAR router, use the PS121v2. Set Up Each Additional PC to Use the PS121v2 After you have set up the PS121v2 in your network and connected it will be assigned to reserve the IP address for the print server in your router. In ...
...set up each additional computer to the router, the print server's IP address will never change. Installation and Setup 2-5 v2.0, April 2007 NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Reserve the Print Server's IP Address on Your Router The DHCP server on the bottom or the back of the router...browser. If you have a NETGEAR router, use the PS121v2. Set Up Each Additional PC to Use the PS121v2 After you have set up the PS121v2 in your network and connected it will be assigned to reserve the IP address for the print server in your router. In ...
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... the multifunction feature, refer to "Reserving a Multi-Function Printer to print via the print server. Connect the Print Server To use . Click Set Up the PC to Use an Installed Print Server to install the SmartWizard, which will allow you to Scan, Copy,...Print Server to use TCP/IP LPR printing: 1. Then follow the instructions for the Windows Add Printer Wizard for TCP/IP LPR Printing First, connect the print server. Power on page 3-1. The CD main page opens. Figure 2-4 3. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual 1. Your USB Multifunction Print Server...
... the multifunction feature, refer to "Reserving a Multi-Function Printer to print via the print server. Connect the Print Server To use . Click Set Up the PC to Use an Installed Print Server to install the SmartWizard, which will allow you to Scan, Copy,...Print Server to use TCP/IP LPR printing: 1. Then follow the instructions for the Windows Add Printer Wizard for TCP/IP LPR Printing First, connect the print server. Power on page 3-1. The CD main page opens. Figure 2-4 3. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual 1. Your USB Multifunction Print Server...
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C B Figure 2-6 c. d. e. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual a. Insert one end (B) of an Ethernet cable into an open Ethernet LAN port in Figure 2-1 on your router, as shown in your printer. f. Connect the supplied USB cable (A) from the print server to LAN ports on page 2-2. Turn on the print server. Verify that your computers are connected to the printer...
C B Figure 2-6 c. d. e. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual a. Insert one end (B) of an Ethernet cable into an open Ethernet LAN port in Figure 2-1 on your router, as shown in your printer. f. Connect the supplied USB cable (A) from the print server to LAN ports on page 2-2. Turn on the print server. Verify that your computers are connected to the printer...
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Figure 2-7 3. Figure 2-8 2-8 v2.0, April 2007 Installation and Setup Click Add a Printer, select Add a local printer, and then click Next. From the Type of a computer connected to the same network as the USB Multifunction Print Server, click Settings then click Printers. 2. From the Windows Start menu of port drop-down list, select Standard TCP/IP Port, and then click Next. Select the Create a new port radio button. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Adding a Printer with Windows Vista 1.
Figure 2-7 3. Figure 2-8 2-8 v2.0, April 2007 Installation and Setup Click Add a Printer, select Add a local printer, and then click Next. From the Type of a computer connected to the same network as the USB Multifunction Print Server, click Settings then click Printers. 2. From the Windows Start menu of port drop-down list, select Standard TCP/IP Port, and then click Next. Select the Create a new port radio button. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Adding a Printer with Windows Vista 1.
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... viewing the IP address, see "Reserve the Print Server's IP Address on Your Router" on page 2-3. When the wizard contacts the printer, click Next. The wizard detects the port to use for the USB Multifunction Print Server, and then displays this screen: Figure 2-10... Installation and Setup 2-9 v2.0, April 2007 Enter the IP address of the USB Multifunction Print Server in the Port name box automatically. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual The following screen opens...
... viewing the IP address, see "Reserve the Print Server's IP Address on Your Router" on page 2-3. When the wizard contacts the printer, click Next. The wizard detects the port to use for the USB Multifunction Print Server, and then displays this screen: Figure 2-10... Installation and Setup 2-9 v2.0, April 2007 Enter the IP address of the USB Multifunction Print Server in the Port name box automatically. NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual The following screen opens...
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NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual 8. If you want it to be the default or not. Scroll and select your printer manufacturer, and your choices and then click Next ....0, April 2007 2-11 Enter your printer model, and then click Next. When entering a name, choose a descriptive name that the test page printed successfully. Check the printer attached to the USB Multifunction Print Server to proceed. Upon completion of printer in the lists, and you are prompted to install the printer software from a disk you...
NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual 8. If you want it to be the default or not. Scroll and select your printer manufacturer, and your choices and then click Next ....0, April 2007 2-11 Enter your printer model, and then click Next. When entering a name, choose a descriptive name that the test page printed successfully. Check the printer attached to the USB Multifunction Print Server to proceed. Upon completion of printer in the lists, and you are prompted to install the printer software from a disk you...