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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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... operating in the 2.4 GHz frequency range. 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 FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Note: Changes or modifications not expressly approved... experienced radio/TV technician for this user guide. This device may cause harmful interference to correct the interference by NETGEAR, Inc. This device must follow the installation instructions provided in accordance with any interference received, including interference that ...
... operating in the 2.4 GHz frequency range. 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 FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Note: Changes or modifications not expressly approved... experienced radio/TV technician for this user guide. This device may cause harmful interference to correct the interference by NETGEAR, Inc. This device must follow the installation instructions provided in accordance with any interference received, including interference that ...
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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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... 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 the...
... 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 the...
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... 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 6-3 Nothing is printing ...6-3 I am using a DHCP server, and the Wireless USB Print Server gets an IP Address conflict...
... 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 6-3 Nothing is printing ...6-3 I am using a DHCP server, and the Wireless USB Print Server gets an IP Address conflict...
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... manual is provided in the Appendices and on the NETGEAR, Inc. Manual Scope Product Version Manual Publication Date WGPS606 March 2005 Note: Product updates are available on the Netgear website. However, basic computer network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies tutorial information is written for the Wireless USB Print Server according to intermediate computer and Internet skills.
... manual is provided in the Appendices and on the NETGEAR, Inc. Manual Scope Product Version Manual Publication Date WGPS606 March 2005 Note: Product updates are available on the Netgear website. However, basic computer network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies tutorial information is written for the Wireless USB Print Server according to intermediate computer and Internet skills.
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Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch How to Print this Manual If your printer supports printing two pages on a single sheet of paper, you can save paper and printer ink by using this feature of your printer. 1-2 About This Manual 202-10083-01
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch How to Print this Manual If your printer supports printing two pages on a single sheet of paper, you can save paper and printer ink by using this feature of your printer. 1-2 About This Manual 202-10083-01
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... encryption and authentication based on page 2-3. About the Wireless USB Print Server This manual describes the installation and use of the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 allows packet transmission at reduced speeds to compensate for ...4-Port Switch WGPS606. The WGPS606 provides connectivity to your wireless USB print server. Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with a wireless router or access point. Any wired or wirelessly connected device in your network can print using printers ...
... encryption and authentication based on page 2-3. About the Wireless USB Print Server This manual describes the installation and use of the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 allows packet transmission at reduced speeds to compensate for ...4-Port Switch WGPS606. The WGPS606 provides connectivity to your wireless USB print server. Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with a wireless router or access point. Any wired or wirelessly connected device in your network can print using printers ...
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..., and can be upgraded easily, using only 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 WGPS606 provides a bridge between Ethernet wired networks and wireless router or access point systems. Additionally, the WGPS606 supports the following wireless features: • Distributed coordinated function (CSMA/CA, Back...
..., and can be upgraded easily, using only 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 WGPS606 provides a bridge between Ethernet wired networks and wireless router or access point systems. Additionally, the WGPS606 supports the following wireless features: • Distributed coordinated function (CSMA/CA, Back...
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...with Auto Uplink The WGPS606 can connect to a switch or hub. System Requirements Before installing the WGPS606, make sure your 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 ...a 'normal' connection such as to a PC or an 'uplink' connection such as to a standard Ethernet network. The wireless USB print server incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. The Ethernet port will then configure itself to make the right connection. The LAN interface is autosensing ...
...with Auto Uplink The WGPS606 can connect to a switch or hub. System Requirements Before installing the WGPS606, make sure your 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 ...a 'normal' connection such as to a PC or an 'uplink' connection such as to a standard Ethernet network. The wireless USB print server incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. The Ethernet port will then configure itself to make the right connection. The LAN interface is autosensing ...
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... warranty registrations, we encourage you need to return it for repair. Reference Manual for 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 - The product package should keep the Support Information card, along with the original...
... warranty registrations, we encourage you need to return it for repair. Reference Manual for 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 - The product package should keep the Support Information card, along with the original...
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...203; 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...its power on self test diagnostic. Wireless LAN Link Activity Indicator Off wireless feature turned off . Print Activity Indicators Printer detached or turned off /On Blue wireless link enabled, no activity. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch 1 ...
...203; 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...its power on self test diagnostic. Wireless LAN Link Activity Indicator Off wireless feature turned off . Print Activity Indicators Printer detached or turned off /On Blue wireless link enabled, no activity. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch 1 ...
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...WGPS606 when pushed once or restores to -side coverage and horizontally for 10 seconds. Be sure the antenna is positioned vertically for best side-to the factory default settings when pushed and held for best up-and-down coverage. 2-6 Introduction 202-10083-01 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 Indicates no Ethernet link detected. 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet link...
...WGPS606 when pushed once or restores to -side coverage and horizontally for 10 seconds. Be sure the antenna is positioned vertically for best side-to the factory default settings when pushed and held for best up-and-down coverage. 2-6 Introduction 202-10083-01 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 Indicates no Ethernet link detected. 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet link...
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WGPS606 Default Factory Settings When you finish the installation, your network will resemble this illustration. 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 Local Area Network (LAN). You can restore these defaults with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 and set...
WGPS606 Default Factory Settings When you finish the installation, your network will resemble this illustration. 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 Local Area Network (LAN). You can restore these defaults with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 and set...
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If your printer uses a parallel connector, you should use one of the other NETGEAR Print Servers such as the TCP/IP addresses and networking protocols in use directly on a computer and verify that the following are available... settings such as the Model PS101 Mini Print Server. • You may also need to have a printer with a USB port. Note: The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server 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...
If your printer uses a parallel connector, you should use one of the other NETGEAR Print Servers such as the TCP/IP addresses and networking protocols in use directly on a computer and verify that the following are available... settings such as the Model PS101 Mini Print Server. • You may also need to have a printer with a USB port. Note: The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server 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...
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... (WPA) data encryption provides data security. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption provides data security. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Understanding WGPS606 Wireless Security Options Unlike wired network data, your wireless data transmissions can be limited. For this chapter. However, WPA is properly shielded and does not pose a tripping hazard...
... (WPA) data encryption provides data security. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption provides data security. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch Understanding WGPS606 Wireless Security Options Unlike wired network data, your wireless data transmissions can be limited. For this chapter. However, WPA is properly shielded and does not pose a tripping hazard...
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...-to-bottom coverage. 3. REMOVE THE NETGEAR CD. Set Up the Print Server Note: Do not connect the Wireless USB Print Server in until you are prompted to water poses an electric-shock hazard. FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE WIRELESS USB PRINT SERVER. • Take note of the ...• Software utilities you plan to stand the wireless USB print server up, attach its power source before cleaning. What's on the CD. 3-4 Basic Installation and Configuration 202-10083-01 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch • Unplug this product near...
...-to-bottom coverage. 3. REMOVE THE NETGEAR CD. Set Up the Print Server Note: Do not connect the Wireless USB Print Server in until you are prompted to water poses an electric-shock hazard. FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE WIRELESS USB PRINT SERVER. • Take note of the ...• Software utilities you plan to stand the wireless USB print server up, attach its power source before cleaning. What's on the CD. 3-4 Basic Installation and Configuration 202-10083-01 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch • Unplug this product near...
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.... The Smart Wizard installation assistant opens the add printer port wizard. The Smart Wizard installation assistant opens the print server manager wizard. c. Click Set up a printer. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with the wireless USB print server. FIRST, USE THE SMART WIZARD TO SET UP A PRINTER. Follow the on -screen instructions, and click Next when...
.... The Smart Wizard installation assistant opens the add printer port wizard. The Smart Wizard installation assistant opens the print server manager wizard. c. Click Set up a printer. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with the wireless USB print server. FIRST, USE THE SMART WIZARD TO SET UP A PRINTER. Follow the on -screen instructions, and click Next when...
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...your network in the Setup Manual on the modem. For example, entering nETgear for the SSID is not, reset the wireless USB print server as entering NETGEAR. I don't have . Wait about 2 minutes. 3. The Wireless Network Name (SSID) and security settings of the computer are correct. ...in and turn on the CD. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with an Ethernet cable, the corresponding LAN status light will be configured to the wireless USB print server and verify that the wireless feature is connected, always restart your router. Plug in ...
...your network in the Setup Manual on the modem. For example, entering nETgear for the SSID is not, reset the wireless USB print server as entering NETGEAR. I don't have . Wait about 2 minutes. 3. The Wireless Network Name (SSID) and security settings of the computer are correct. ...in and turn on the CD. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with an Ethernet cable, the corresponding LAN status light will be configured to the wireless USB print server and verify that the wireless feature is connected, always restart your router. Plug in ...
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... in Using the IP Address of the WGPS606 1. How to the WGPS606 The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 can log in your browser. 4. So, if the WGPS606 has not yet been installed, and there is no DHCP server on the addressing scheme used the Setup ...You can be configured with a static IP address that time. The procedure for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 192.168.0.x and a Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0. 2. Connect to the WGPS606 should be configured from Microsoft Internet Explorer browser version 5.0 or above, or Netscape ...
... in Using the IP Address of the WGPS606 1. How to the WGPS606 The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 4-Port Switch WGPS606 can log in your browser. 4. So, if the WGPS606 has not yet been installed, and there is no DHCP server on the addressing scheme used the Setup ...You can be configured with a static IP address that time. The procedure for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB Print Server with 192.168.0.x and a Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0. 2. Connect to the WGPS606 should be configured from Microsoft Internet Explorer browser version 5.0 or above, or Netscape ...