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- Page 1 Installation Installation Guide USB 2.0 Hi-Speed 2-Port Multifunction Print and Storage Server User Manual GMFPSU22W6 PART NO. M0389...
- Page 3 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the IOGEAR GMFPSU22W6 2 Port USB 2.0 Multifunction Print and Storage Server (hereafter referred to as “server”). This server is designed to connect your All-In-One/Multifunction devices, standard printers, and USB storage devices (hard drives, flash drives, and memory card readers)
- Page 4 This manual provides introductory information as well as detailed instructions on how to set up and man- age the IOGEAR GMFPSU22W6 in various network environments. To fully benefit from this document, you should be familiar with basic networking principles. The instruc- tions described in this manual are based on the settings in a new server.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Package Contents Customer Support Physical Description Radio & TV Interference Statement Hardware Installation Limited Warranty Software Installation Configuring the Server IP Printer/Fax/Scanner Setup (Virtual USB) Storage Setup (Windows File Sharing/SMB) Storage Setup (Virtual USB) Restore Factory Defaults... -
Page 6: Package Contents
Package Contents Verify that nothing is missing from the package by using the checklist below. Please contact your dealer if anything is missing or damaged. All packing materials are recyclable. Please confirm the items in the package below: 1 x USB Multifunction Print and Storage Server 1 x Quick Start Guide 1 x Software CD 1 x Power adapter... -
Page 7: Physical Description
Physical Description 1. Power Adaptor Connector: DC IN 12V/1A adapter 2. Init Button: restores all settings to default values . Ethernet Connector: a twisted pair category cable 4. USB Host Ports: USB 1.1/2.0 low, full, and hi-speed compliant . Indicator Lights... - Page 8 Indicator Behavior Description Power Power On Not lit Power off/System error Link Network connected Not Lit No physical connection to network Status Blinking Activity on network Not lit No activity on network USB USB device connected Blinking Connected USB device error Not lit No physical connection to USB device USB2...
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Page 9: Hardware Installation
Hardware Installation Make sure that your USB devices are switched off and that the server’s power adapter is disconnected. Connect the print and/or storage devices to the server’s USB ports. Connect the server to the network with the included Ethernet cable. Turn on the USB devices and make sure they are ready for use. -
Page 10: Software Installation 0
Software Installation Insert the Software CD into your computer. A splash screen should appear with a menu of options. Click on the words Install Application to set up the server’s Control Center software. - Page 11 Click Next to continue the installation wizard.
- Page 12 Type your name and organization to personalize the installation of the Control Center software, then click Next to continue.
- Page 13 Click Change… if you would like to install the software to somewhere besides the default location, then click Next to continue.
- Page 14 Click Install and wait a moment for the Control Center software to finish loading.
- Page 15 Click Finish to exit the install wizard and launch the Control Center software for the first time.
- Page 16 If you have a software firewall you may be alerted that the Control Center is being blocked. Make sure that you unblock the Control Center or you may experience difficulty using your server. If you need to manually configure your firewall, make sure the following ports are open for both TCP and UDP: 7303, 7305, 20005, 020, 0202, and 020.
- Page 17 X in the top right corner and the Control Center will continue to run in the back- ground. If you wish to open the Control Center again simply double-click the grey IOGEAR icon in the system tray area by your clock.
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Page 18: Configuring The Server Ip
Configuring the Server IP You may wish to manually assign an IP address to the server in some cases. For example, if you do not have a DHCP server on the network. Most users who have a router that acts as a DHCP server can skip this section, however. - Page 19 At the prompt, enter the administrator username (default: admin) and password (default: admin).
- Page 20 After you have logged in successfully, select the TCP/IP tab. Here you may select Static IP and manually configure all network settings for the server.
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Page 21: Printer/Fax/Scanner Setup (Virtual Usb)
Printer/Fax/Scanner Setup (Virtual USB) Your print server supports a technology called Virtual USB in addition to more traditional print server ports. A Virtual USB connection allows your printer software to think the printer is con- nected directly to your computer, for maximum compatibility. - Page 22 Your printer should be detected and installed au- tomatically at this point. You can repeat this setup procedure on all your computers as needed. One weakness of the Virtual USB technology is that only one computer can be connected to the printer at a time.
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Page 23: Storage Setup (Windows File Sharing/Smb)
NTFS disk you must use Virtual USB mode (see plorer or any Windows Explorer window with an below). Address bar. Type “\\GMFPSU22W6” into the address bar (without the quotes) and hit enter to see what is being shared by the server. -
Page 24: Storage Setup (Virtual Usb)
Storage Setup (Virtual USB) To gain full control of NTFS disks you will need to use the Virtual USB mode for storage devices. In this mode only one computer has access to a disk at a time, but any disk operation is possible including formatting or partitioning. - Page 25 To turn on Virtual USB mode, open the Control Center software and double click on the server name in the list. Enter the administra- tor username (default: admin) and password (default: admin) at the prompt. Switch to the Supported Protocols tab. In the lower right, select Virtual USB mode for storage access.
- Page 26 Once this is done, you may connect or discon- nect from storage devices in the same way you would a printer. Simply open the Control Center interface, select a storage device and click the Connect button in the toolbar. The storage device will be detected as if plugged directly into a USB port on your computer.
- Page 27 When you are done using the drive, click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the tray area by your clock to prevent further communication with the drive and help protect against data loss. Once this step is completed you may use the Control Center software to disconnect the drive and allow others to connect to it.
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Page 28: Restore Factory Defaults
Restore Factory Defaults If you are having difficulty finding or connecting to your print server using the Control Center software due to network issues or a forgotten password, you can clear all settings on the server using the Init button on the device. -
Page 29: Customer Support
Customer Support Should you require any technical assistance, call toll-free: 866-9-IOGEAR (866-946-4327) or visit our website at http://www.iogear.com for the latest product information and support files. This document is subject to change without prior notice. -
Page 30: Radio & Tv Interference Statement
Radio & TV Interference Statement WARNING!!! This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment. - Page 31 Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDEN- TAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT. The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation, and especially disclaims its quality, performance, merchantabil- ity, or fitness for any particular purpose.
- Page 32 About Us About Us IOGEAR offers connectivity solutions that are innovative, fun, and stylish, helping people enjoy daily life using our high technology products. GREEN IOGEAR is an environmentally conscious company that emphasizes the importance of conserving natural resources. The use of our technology solutions helps reduce electronic waste.