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NETGEAR PS121v2 User Manual

NETGEAR PS121v2 User Manual

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Congratulations on your purchase of the NETGEAR® USB Multifunction Print Server.
NETGEAR Print Servers are fast and easy to set up with NETGEAR Print Server configuration
software. The print server allows you to share a printer without sharing your PC.
This manual describes in detail how to use the multi-function printer reservation feature, how to
reconfigure and troubleshoot the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server and provides you with
further reference information.
This chapter introduces the features, package contents, and appearance of the PS121v2 USB
Multifunction Print Server.
For quick installation and setup, please see the Installation Guide, which describes the installation
and use of the PS121v2 for operation with a Microsoft® Windows® XP, Windows® 2000,
Windows® Me, or Windows® 98SE 2nd edition system.

Key Features

The key features of the USB Multifunction Print Server are:
Versatility. The USB Multifunction Print Server supports MFP functions such as print, scan
copy, fax, and storage operations using the supported operating systems.
Easy Installation and Configuration. The NETGEAR Print Server software that assures fast
and easy setup for Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000, and Windows XP. The
software makes it simple to add PCs to the network that can use the printer connected to the
print server.
Extremely compact size. This allows the print server to be used even where space is
extremely limited.
Ethernet Port. 10/100 BASE-T standard Ethernet capable to connect any 10/100 Mbps hub
and switch.
USB 2.0 port. The PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server has one 480 Mbps USB 2.0 port
for connecting to the printer.
v1.1, September 2006
Chapter 1
Introduction
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Summary of Contents for NETGEAR PS121v2

  • Page 1: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Ethernet Port. 10/100 BASE-T standard Ethernet capable to connect any 10/100 Mbps hub and switch. • USB 2.0 port. The PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server has one 480 Mbps USB 2.0 port for connecting to the printer. v1.1, September 2006...
  • Page 2: What's In The Box

    Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. web site at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/PS121.asp. For a list of USB printers that have been tested with NETGEAR print servers, see the Support section of the NETGEAR Web site. Note: Other USB printers may also be compatible, or partially compatible, but NETGEAR has not tested them.
  • Page 3: Hardware Description

    5. Warranty & Registration card 6. Support information card If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the product for repair.
  • Page 4: Status Indicators

    NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Status Indicators As illustrated in the figure below, the USB Multifunction Print Server has 2 LEDs. Figure 1-2 See the table below for a description of the LED indicator lights: Table 1-1. LED Descriptions...
  • Page 5: The Usb Port

    NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual The USB Port The USB port of the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server is a standard USB connector. PS121 USB 2.0 Port Figure 1-3 Note: The Model PS121 Mini Print Server does not support printers using parallel connectors.
  • Page 6: Diagnostic/Reset Push Button

    NETGEAR USB Multifunction Printer Server PS121v2 User Manual Diagnostic/Reset Push Button This button has 2 functions: • Restore the factory default settings • Print a test page containing all current settings Recessed Diagnostic/Reset Button Figure 1-4 The button is recessed. Use a pin or paper clip to press it.