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Page 1: Print Server
54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server Model #: 802PSG User Manual Ver 1.0 Solutions for the Digital Life ™... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1 Introduction Package Contents Features System Requirements Getting to Know the Print Server Technical Support 2 Setting Up the Print Server Connecting the Print Server Configuring the Print Server Configuring the Printer’s Settings Connecting the Printer 3 Using the Print Server Manager Accessing the Print Server Manager Status Setup... - Page 3 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual This page left intentionally blank.
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Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Congratulations on purchasing the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server. This Print Server is a powerful and convenient network printing solution connecting and parallel printer(s) to a wireless 802.11b/g network. The Print Server has a 10/100Mbps auto-sensing port, allowing it to be connected to a 10Base- T or 100Base- network without the need for a dedicated print server. -
Page 5: Features
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Features 10/100 Ethernet port Wireless 54 Mbps 802.11g compliant 64-bit, 128-bit Wireless infrastructure and ad-hoc mode support Removable antenna Integrated wireless site survey tool 1.1 ports (2.0 compatible); 1 parallel port Internet Printing Protocol ( Windows-based printing support X-based native printing support (PostScript®... -
Page 6: Getting To Know The Print Server
Getting to Know the Print Server This section contains a quick description of the Front Panel The Print Server’s front panel features six lights ( PWR Light (Power) light illuminates when the Print Server is powered on, and remains off (or dark) when no power is present. WLAN Light light illuminates when the Print Server is connected wirelessly. - Page 7 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Printer 3 Light The Printer 3 light flashes when printing to the printer connected to the P3 ) port on the rear panel of the Print Server. LAN Light light illuminates when the Print Server is connected via its LAN port. Rear Panel The Print Server’s rear panel contains five ports (12VDC [Power], P3 [ 1 [Parallel], and...
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Page 8: Technical Support
LAN Port port is used to connect the Print Server to a computer via Ethernet cable. Reset Button The Reset button is used to restore the Print Server’s factory default settings. To do this, press the Reset button for 15 seconds. Technical Support Actiontec Electronics prides itself on making durable, high-quality, high-perfor- mance products. - Page 9 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual This page left intentionally blank.
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Page 10: Setting Up The Print Server
Setting Up the Print Server This chapter explains how to set up the Print Server. There are four parts involved: Connecting the Print Server, Configuring the Print Server, Configuring the Printer’s Settings, and Connecting the Printer. Connecting the Print Server To connect the Print Server to a computer: 1. -
Page 11: Configuring The Print Server
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 3. Plug the large end of the Power cord into an electrical wall outlet, and the smaller end in the Power (marked “12 4. Make sure the Power and blinking or glowing steadily. The Print Server is connected to a computer. - Page 12 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Print Server 2. The “Welcome to the Actiontec Print Server” window appears. Click Next. 3. The “Choose Destination Location” window appears. Click Next. 4. The “Select Components” window appears. Click Next. 5. The “Select Program Folder” window appears. Click Next.
- Page 13 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 6. The “Print server list” window appears, and the Setup program locates the Print Server. If the Print Server does not appear in the “Choose Print Server” list box, make sure it is connected properly, then click Refresh. When the Print Server is located, click Next.
- Page 14 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Print Server 9. The “Add network port” window appears. Click Finish. 10. When the “Setup Complete” window appears, click Finish. 11. Close all windows and restart the computer. 12. After the computer restarts, from the desktop, select Start, Programs, Actiontec Print Server, and Print Server Configuration.
- Page 15 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 13. When the next window appears, highlight the Print Server name from the list on the left side and click Setup on the toolbar. Then, double-click Wireless. 14. The “Login” window appears. Enter the username and password (default user- name is “admin,”...
- Page 16 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Print Server 16. When the “Connect To Your Wireless Network” window appears, select Scan For Your local Wireless Network by clicking in the appropriate circle. Click Next. 17. The “Wireless Network Name (SSID)” window appears. Select the name of the wireless network to which the Print Server will connect.
- Page 17 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 19. The “Configure Your Adapter’s IP Address” window appears. Make sure “Automatically Obtain IP Settings (DHCP)” is active, then click Next. 20. The “Setup Status Summary” window appears. Make sure the settings are cor- rect, then click Save.
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Page 18: Configuring The Printer's Settings
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Print Server Configuring the Printer’s Settings To configure the printer’s settings: 1. After the computer restarts, from the desktop, select Start, Settings, Control Panel, and Printers and Faxes. Right-click on the name of the printer and from the menu that appears, select Properties. -
Page 19: Connecting The Printer
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Connecting the Printer To connect the printer to the Print Server: 1. Unplug the Ethernet cable and Power cord from the Print Server. 2. Unplug the printer’s or parallel cable from the computer and insert it into the Print Server port selected in step 2 of “Configuring the Printer’s Settings.”... -
Page 20: Using The Print Server Manager
Using the Print Server Manager This chapter explains using the Print Server Manager, which allows the user to manage and further configure the Print Server. Accessing the Print Server Manager To access the Print Server Manager, from the desktop, select Start, Programs, Actiontec Print Server, and Print Server Configuration. -
Page 21: Status
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Doing so will generate the “Print Server Manager” window, as shown below. In the left pane of the window is a graphical representation of the Print Server and the printers connected to it. At the bottom of the screen is an event monitor, which lists any actions performed while using the Print Server Manager. -
Page 22: Apple Talk
Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager MAC ID “ ” displays the (Media Access Control) address of the Print Server. MAC ID Model Type “Model Type” displays the Print Server’s model number. Version Version displays the Print Server’s firmware version. Print Port To display the status of the Print Server’s ports, click the “+”... -
Page 23: Setup
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Setup To make changes to the Print Server’s configuration, highlight it in the left pane, then click Setup. This generates the “Setup” screen in upper right pane of the Print Server Manager window, which displays various configuration options. Double- click on one of the configuration icons to make changes. - Page 24 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager SMB Group Name This is the name of the workgroup to which the Print Server belongs. To change, highlight the current workgroup name, then enter a different one. Set User Name/Password To set a user name and password to allow access to the Print Server’s Web Administrator tool (see chapter 4): 1.
- Page 25 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual DHCP Server: This window allows the user to configure the Print Server to automatically get its IP address from the network’s DHCP server, or manually specify a static print server IP address. The Print Server also has a built-in DHCP server that manages the Print Server IP addresses.
- Page 26 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager Netware Double-clicking the “Netware” icon in the Setup screen generates the “Netware” window. Polling Time Enter the Print Server’s polling time here. Polling time is the time the Print Server waits before printing jobs on the Netware server. Queue Serviced by Printer Enter the name of the Netware printer queue here.
- Page 27 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Apple Talk Double-clicking the “Apple Talk” icon in the Setup screen generates the “Apple Talk” window. AppleTalk is a data communication protocol used by Macintosh computers. The Print Server uses this protocol to join the AppleTalk network and share printers with Macintosh computers.
- Page 28 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager System Double-clicking the “System” icon in the Setup screen generates the “System” window. Printing Protocols At the top of the “System” window is a list of printing protocols the Print Server can use. Activate a protocol by clicking in the appropriate check box. Port Name The name of the Print Server’s three ports can be changed here.
- Page 29 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Wireless Function Here, the wireless capabilities of the Print Server can be enabled or disabled manually (by clicking in the appropriate circle). Since the Print Server cannot operate both wirelessly and through an Ethernet network simultaneously, when the Print Server is first powered up, it automatically detects whether it is con- nected to an Ethernet network.
- Page 30 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager 2. The next window appears. Select one of the methods to connect the Print Server to the wireless network: “Scan for your local Wireless Network” or “Assign Your Wireless Network Manually.” Scan for your local Wireless Network Selecting this option generates another window, which lists the available wire- less networks.
- Page 31 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 3. The next window appears. Select the type of security used with the wireless net- work from the menu list (generated by clicking on the down arrow next to the “Security Mode” text box): Disable, Disable Selecting this option disables the wireless security on the Print Server.
- Page 32 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager 128-bit To create a set of WEP - keys by clicking in the appropriate circles, then enter 13 standard characters (numbers or letters) in each activated Key text box (Key 1-, Key 2-, Key 3-, Key 4-).
- Page 33 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Passphrase - Instead of entering hexadecimal keys, a Passphrase can be entered in the “Passphrase” text box. This passphrase will then be used by the Print Server to create hexadecimal keys. Other users must be able to run Passphrase on their computers, and know the passphrase, to connect to the Print Server.
- Page 34 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager After selecting, click Next. 5. The final window displays a summary of the Print Server’s wireless settings. If changes were made, make sure they’re correct, then click Save. SNMP Double-clicking the “ SNMP Network Management Protocol) window.
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Page 35: Wizard
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Wizard Clicking on the “Wizard” icon in the toolbar of the Print Server Manager window generates the Wizard pane, as shown below. The Setup Wizard can be used to do a quick reconfiguration of the Print Server. To run the Wizard, click on the “Print Server Setup Wizard”... - Page 36 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager 2. The next window is “System Settings.” Enable or disable the Print Server’s various printer protocols from here. When finished, click Next. 3. The next window is “ address can be changed, and a Next.
- Page 37 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 5. The next window is “Set Your Wireless Adapter Mode.” Select Infrastructure or Ad Hoc, depending on what kind of wireless network the Print server is connecting to. When finished, click Next. 6.
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Page 38: Report
Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager 8. The last Wizard window is “Setup Status Summary.” This window displays all of the Print Server’s settings, after any changes made in the previous windows. To save the settings, click Save. To make additional changes, click Back to get to the window with the setting to be changed. -
Page 39: Reboot
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Reboot Clicking the “Reboot” icon in the Print Server Manager window reboots the Print Server. Search Clicking the “Search” icon allowws the user to search for other Print Servers on the network. -
Page 40: Using The Web Administrator
Using the Web Administrator This chapter explains how to use the Print Server’s Web Adminstrator, which allows the user to manage and configure the Print Server via a Web browser. Accessing the Web Administrator To access the Web Adminsitrator: 1. Open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box, type: http://192.168.2.1 then press Enter on the keyboard. -
Page 41: Device Setup
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual The Web Administrator appears. There are three options at the top of the screen: Device Setup, Setup Wizard, and System Tools. Device Setup The Web Administrator’s “Device Setup” screen, (shown above) displays the cur- rent configuration of the Print Server. - Page 42 Chapter 4 Using the Web Administrator Model Type Displays the Print Server’s model type. System Up Time Displays the length of time the Print Server has been powered up. This value resets when the Print Server is rebooted. MAC Address Displays the Print Server’s USB Port Number Displays the number of the Print Server’s...
- Page 43 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Printer Selecting “Printer” in the Device Setup screen generates the “Printer” screen, which displays information about the printers connected to the Print Server. For each printer connected to the Print Server, its manufacturer, model number, supported printing languages, and current status is displayed.
- Page 44 Chapter 4 Using the Web Administrator Selecting “ ” in the Device Setup screen generates the “ plays the Print Server’s SNMP Selecting “ ” in the Device Setup screen generates the “ SNMP displays information about the Print Server’s contact and location.
- Page 45 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual NetWare Selecting “NetWare” in the Device Setup screen generates the “NetWare” screen, which displays information about the Print Server’s NetWare connection, includ- ing polling time, bindery mode state, file server name, and the port queues for all three Print Server ports.
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Page 46: Setup Wizard
Chapter 4 Using the Web Administrator Setup Wizard Selecting “Setup Wizard” from the Web Administrator at the top of the screen gen- erates the Setup Wizard. Use the following procedure to run the Wizard: 1. The first Wizard screen appears. From here, the Print Server’s name and Port names can be changed. - Page 47 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 3. In next Wizard screen, the Print Server’s printing protocols can be enabled or disabled. For each protocol, select “Enabled” or “Disabled.” When finished, click Save & Next. 4. In next Wizard screen, a list of available wireless networks is displayed. To coneect to one, click the appropriate circle in the “Select”...
- Page 48 Chapter 4 Using the Web Administrator 5. In next Wizard screen, the wireless network settings are configured. Select either “Infrastructure” or “AdHoc” from the “Mode” text menu. Infrastructure should be used if connecting to an already existing wireless network. Select Ad Hoc to create a peer-to-peer wireless network.
- Page 49 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual was selected, the “ Server is connected to is using in this screen. When finished, click Save & Next. WPA- shared key -shared key was selected, the “ wireless network the Print Server is connected to is using settings in this screen.
- Page 50 Chapter 4 Using the Web Administrator 7. In next Wizard screen, the user can configure the Print Server to automatically get its address from the network’s address. To configure the Print Server to automatically get an from the network’s DHCP automatically.”...
- Page 51 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 9. In next Wizard screen, the SNMP settings of the Print Server can be changed. When finished, click Save & Next. 10. In next Wizard screen, the NetWare settings of the Print Server can be changed.
- Page 52 Chapter 4 Using the Web Administrator 11. In next Wizard screen, the AppleTalk settings of the Print Server can be changed. When finished, click Save & Next. 12. In next Wizard screen, click Restart to save all changes made in the Wizard.
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Page 53: System Tools
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual System Tools Selecting System Tools from the Web Administrator at the top of the screen gen- erates the “System Tools” window. There are three options in the System Tools screen: Load Default, Upgrade from Browser, and Backup Setting. Load Default Selecting Load Default from the menu of the left side of the System Tools screen generates the “Load Default”... -
Page 54: Backup Setting
Chapter 4 Using the Web Administrator Backup Setting Selecting Backup Setting from the menu of the left side of the System Tools screen generates the Backup Setting screen. To backup the current settings of the Print server, click in the circle next to “Backup settings from Print Server,”... - Page 55 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual This page left intentionally blank.
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Page 56: Accessing Printers From The Network
Accessing Printers From the Network This chapter explains how to access the printers connected to the Print Server from another computer on the network: 1. Make sure the drivers corresponding to the printer are installed on the com- puter. 2. Insert the Installation window shown below appears, click Install Print Server Client Only. - Page 57 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 4. The “Choose Destination Location” window appears. Click Next. 5. The “Select Program Folder” window appears. Click Next. 6. The “Add Port” window appears. Click Continue.
- Page 58 Chapter 5 Accessing Printers From the Network 7. The “Installation Complete” window appears. Click Finish to finish the instal- lation of the software. 8. Select “Network Ports Quick Setup” from the “Actiontec Print Server” direc- tory in the “Programs” folder of the computer. 9.
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Page 60: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the Print Server, and solutions to these problems. Note that the solution may not solve the problem. The Printer Server Utility does not detect the Print Server Close down the Utility and restart it. - Page 61 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual This page left intentionally blank.
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Page 62: Specifications
Specifications Model Number (Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server) Ports 1.1 (2.0 compatible), 1 Parallel Network Interface 10/100 (Auto MDIX); 802.11g Wireless Wireless Security 64-, 128-bit Standards 802.11g; 802.11b; 802.3; IEEE Protocols DHCP Power Input 1A Linear Memory Flash; 16 MB SDRAM 1.1;... - Page 63 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Certification Part 15 LED Indicators , Printer , Printer WLAN Dimensions (LxWxH) 7.5 x 4.5 x 1.2 in. Weight .13 lbs. Operating temperature 0° - 55° C (32° - 131° F) Relative Humidity >...
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Page 64: Setting Up The Print Server
Using Internet Printer Protocol This appendix explains how to use Internet Printer Protocol ( Print Server using Internet Protocol ( nected to the Print Server can be accessed by users over the Internet, provided they know the printer model, printer port, and IP address of the Print Server. Setting Up the Print Server It is not necessary to modify the Print Server’s settings to implement should be familiar with the Print Server’s... - Page 65 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 2. In the “Control Panel” window, double-click on the Printers icon. 3. In the “Printer” window, double-click Add Printer. 4. The first “Add Printer Wizard” window appears. Click Next.
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Page 66: B Using Internet Printer Protocol
Appendix b Using Internet Printer Protocol 5. In the next window, select “A network printer, or a printer attached to another computer” by clicking in the appropriate circle, then click Next. 6. In the next window, select “Connect to a printer on the Internet or on a home or office network”... - Page 67 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual This page left intentionally blank.
- Page 68 Glossary Access Point A device that allows wireless clients to connect to one another. An access point can also act as a bridge between wireless clients and a “wired” network, such as an Ethernet network. Wireless clients can be moved anywhere within the cover- age area of the access point and remain connected to the network.
- Page 69 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Ethernet Network A standard wired networking configuration using cables and hubs. Firewall A method preventing users outside the network from accessing and/or damag- ing files or computers on the network. Gateway A central device that manages the data traffic of your network, as well as data traffic to and from the Internet.
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Page 70: C Glossary
PPPoE (Point-To-Point Protocol over Ethernet)/ PPPoA (Point-To-Point Protocol over ATM) Methods of secure data transmission. Router A central device that manages the data traffic of your network. Subnet Mask A set of four numbers configured like an numbers used only within a particular network. SSID See “... - Page 71 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual...
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Page 72: Notices
Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Class B Equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa- tion. -
Page 73: Miscellaneous Legal Notices
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause unwanted operation ☞... -
Page 74: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Hardware: Actiontec Electronics, Inc., warrants to the end user (“Customer”) that this hardware product will be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for twelve (12) months from the date of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller. Actiontec Electronics’... - Page 75 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS PRODUCT MAY INCLUDE OR BE BUNDLED WITH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE, THE USE OF WHICH IS GOVERNED BY A SEPARATE END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT. THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO SUCH THIRD- PARTY SOFTWARE.
- Page 76 Limited Warranty NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE OR USE OF ITS PRODUCTS. ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY IF ITS TESTING AND EXAMINATION DISCLOSE THAT THE ALLEGED DEFECT OR MALFUNCTION IN THE PRODUCT DOES NOT EXIST OR WAS CAUSED BY CUSTOMER’S OR ANY THIRD PERSON’S MISUSE, NEGLECT, IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR TESTING, UNAUTHORIZED ATTEMPT TO OPEN, REPAIR OR MODIFY THE...
- Page 77 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Governing Law: This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, U.S.A., excluding its conflicts of laws and principles, and excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods.