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Page 5: Trademark Acknowledgements
Inc. Copyright 1991-1999 Wyndham Technologies Inc. IGP, LinePrinter Plus, PGL, Network Interface Card, PrintNet and Printronix are registered trademarks of Printronix, Inc. AIX, AS/400, NetView, and OS/2 are registered trademarks, and AFP, Intelligent Printer Data Stream, IPDS, Print Services Facility, and PSF are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1 Introduction ... 11 Overview ...11 What Is The NIC?...11 What Special Features Are Available?...12 Logical Printer Architecture ...13 Destinations/Queues...15 Models...15 Interfaces...17 Speed Setting for 10/100Base-T...18 Conventions Used In This Manual ...19 Notes And Notices...20 2 Installation And Configuration ... 21 Installation ...21 Connecting To The Network ...21 Configuration Tools ...21...
Page 8 Table of Contents 3 NIC Web Server ... 41 Overview ...41 Configuration ...42 Network Configuration...43 TCP/IP Network ...43 Wireless ...47 Windows Network (NetBIOS TCP/IP) ...53 Print Path Configuration ...54 Destination Settings ...54 Current Model Settings ...56 Print Model Configuration...59 Log Path Configuration ...62 TN5250/3270 Configuration ...64 SNMP Configuration ...68 Administration Configuration ...76...
Page 9 4 Windows Configuration ... 85 Overview ...85 Windows Environment Description...85 Windows NIC Configuration ...86 Mandatory ...86 Optional...86 Configuration Using ARP ...86 Communicating Across Routers...88 Changing Workgroup Names...89 Changing Destination Names ...90 Windows Host Configuration ...92 Windows Vista Setup ...92 Windows XP/2000/2003 Server Host Setup ...98 5 Unix Configuration...
Page 10 Table of Contents Printing With FTP ...123 Direct Socket Printing...124 6 z/OS Configuration, IPDS Printer ... 125 Overview ...125 Requirements...125 Configuration Checklist ...126 Configuring PSF for z/OS to Print IPDS Files ...127 Configuration Procedure ...127 Verifying a TCP/IP-Attached Printer on z/OS...137 Sharing Line Matrix Printers on z/OS ...138 JES Spool Printer Sharing ...138 Port Switching Printer Sharing ...140...
Page 11 8 AS/400 Configuration, IPDS Printer ... 157 Configuring On AS/400 As An IPDS Printer...157 Printing AFP, IPDS, And SCS Files ...157 Requirements...158 Configuration Checklist ...158 Configuring An AS/400 TCP/IP Interface With ADDTCPIFC...160 Configuring PSF/400 For IPDS On V3R2 ...162 Configuring PSF/400 For IPDS On V3R7 And Above...168 Configuring PSF for IPDS On V4R2 And Above...173 Configuring AFP with CRTPSFCFG on V4R3 and Above (Optional) ...174...
Page 12 Table of Contents 10 AS/400 Configuration, TN5250 ... 205 Setting Up TN5250 Print Queues On AS/400 ...205 Setting Up A TN5250 Connection/Device Via A Telnet Session ...206 User Supplied Values ...207 Using Telnet Commands for TN5250...207 Command List ...207 Getting Started ...208 TN5250 Job Formatting ...209 Font Identifier (FONT) - Help ...211 11 Monitoring Printers ...
Page 13 13 Extra Features... 257 NIC Security ...257 Users And Passwords...257 Reset The NIC Password...259 TCP Access Lists ...259 Printer Monitoring And Logging...261 Printer And Print Job Monitoring ...261 Printer Logging Through Logpaths...262 Downloading Software Through The Network Interface Card (NIC)...263 NIC Naming Schemes...266 Periodic Ping ...266 A Troubleshooting Tips...
Page 14 Web Browser/HTTP Problem ...282 B Kerberos ... 283 Kerberos Enabled Wireless NIC Configuration ...283 Configuring the Print Server for Kerberos Authentication ...284 C Customer Support ... 287 Printronix Customer Support Center ...287 Printronix Supplies Department ...288 Corporate Offices ...288 D Glossary ... 289...
Page 15: Introduction
Introduction Overview This chapter introduces you to the Network Interface Card (NIC) architecture and special features, as well as providing information on installation and configuration tools. What Is The NIC? The NIC allows you to attach printers on a local area network (LAN) rather than attaching them directly to a host system.
Page 16: What Special Features Are Available
Chapter 1 Overview What Special Features Are Available? The NIC offers an extensive list of features including: • built-in HTML forms for easy cross-platform configuration • availability of PrintNet software utility • a detailed and easy-to-use command shell built-in to the firmware •...
Page 17: Logical Printer Architecture
Logical Printer Architecture The NIC implements a logical printer architecture which gives the system administrator the possibility to configure the print server to handle and act upon the print data in several ways. When a print job comes through the print server, there is a certain logical print path that it follows before it gets to the printer.
Page 18 Chapter 1 Logical Printer Architecture Phase 1 Destination 1 Destination 2 Destination 3 Destination 4 Host Destination 5 Destination 6 Destination 7 Destination 8 Phase 2 Model 1 (m1) (d1prn) Model 2 (d2prn) (m2) Model 3 (d3prn) (m3) Model 4 (d4prn) (m4) Model 5...
Page 19: Destinations/Queues
Destinations/Queues For every I/O port on NIC, there is at least one pre-defined logical print queue or destination to accept print jobs destined for it. This includes print jobs that are sent directly to the I/O port, such as port 9100.
Page 20 Chapter 1 Logical Printer Architecture 5. Log one or all of the following information as each print job passes through the model • Job ID and username • User ID and three messages per job about the start and finish •...
Page 21: Interfaces
Interfaces The NIC interfaces with the host printer through an Ethernet 10/100Base-T interface connector. Two NIC interfaces are available, depending on the type of controller board the printer contains. Some printers use external NICs with dip switches and LEDs that plug into the IEEE 1284 (parallel) interface.
Page 22: Speed Setting For 10/100Base-T
Chapter 1 Interfaces Speed Setting for 10/100Base-T When the router is set to auto-negotiation enable, the following is the correct behavior of the NIC with each setting: 1. 10mbps Half Duplex Use parallel detection because the NIC is using force mode and thus has auto-negotiation disabled.
Page 23: Conventions Used In This Manual
6. NIC in Auto mode in 10mbps HD environment (determined using 10hd hub) Use auto-negotiation to the highest common local and remote capability, i.e. 100HD in this case. PORs to 10HD. Resets to 10HD. Reconnection at switch maintains 10HD. NOTE: With parallel detection, only speed can be determined. The duplex mode sets to half duplex.
Page 24: Notes And Notices
Chapter 1 Notes And Notices Notes And Notices For your safety and to protect valuable equipment, read and comply with the notes included in this manual. A description follows: NOTE: A Note gives you helpful information and tips about printer operation and maintenance.
Page 25: Installation And Configuration
Installation And Configuration Installation The NIC provides an RJ-45 connector for 10/100Base-T (UTP) networks. Connecting To The Network To attach the NIC to a network, plug the network cable into the NIC connector. Configuration Tools There are two parts to a NIC setup: •...
Page 26: Printing A Nic Test Page
Chapter 2 Configuration Tools Printing A NIC Test Page Always print an E-NET test page before performing any updates or network configuration using the following steps: • For P7000 printers: a. Take the printer offline. When the printer LCD reads “OFFLINE /QUICK SETUP,”...
Page 27 • For T5000r/SL5000r printers: a. Take the printer offline. When the printer LCD reads “OFFLINE,” press the down arrow and ENTER keys simultaneously to unlock the control panel. b. Press the “+” key until “Printer Tests” appears. Continue pressing the “+” key until “Printer Tests/Ethernet Test” appears.
Page 28: Configuration Using The Control Panel
Chapter 2 Configuration Tools Configuration Using The Control Panel You can set NIC settings from the printer control panel. CAUTION When the printer is first powered on, E-NET INIT. displays on the control panel. To prevent a loss of NIC configuration information, do not change the NIC settings while this message displays.
Page 29: Nic Verification
NOTE: If you do not put the printer online, the settings you just entered will not take effect. Do not turn the printer off until E-NET READY displays. If you turn the printer off before the new values are written to memory in the NIC adapter, you will need to repower the printer and repeat step 4 and step 5.
Page 30: Wireless Nic Configuration Using The Control Panel
Chapter 2 Configuration Tools If the Netmask does not match, complete the following steps: a. Take the printer offline. b. Using the control panel, modify the Gateway value to 0.0.0.0. (non-configured). c. Place the printer online and wait until E-NET IS READY displays.
Page 31 Wireless NIC Configuration Using The Control Panel You need to set both the ethernet and wireless network IP addresses according to the TCP/IP environment that the printer is connected to. There are four parameters accessed from the printer control panel that are IP address related. These parameters are located in the "Ethernet Address"...
Page 32: Wireless Parameter Configuration
Chapter 2 Configuration Tools Wireless Parameter Configuration Certain "WIRELESS PARAMS" must be configured to match the Access Point settings: • Signal Strength This menu displays the strength of the wireless signal. NOTE: This is a display value only and cannot be changed. •...
Page 33 Wireless NIC Configuration Using The Control Panel • Channel This is the frequency used for wireless communication. The 2.4GHz band spectrum is divided into different channels (1-15). It is set to "Default" so that the NIC can detect the correct channel to communicate with the Access Point in infrastructure mode.
Page 34 Chapter 2 Configuration Tools • Auth Method This feature allows the user to select the authentication method used for the wireless network interface. Depending on the radio card installed, the options include Open, Shared, Kerberos, and LEAP. • Default WEP Key The default key must match the Access Point's configuration.
Page 35: Wpa Parameters
Wireless NIC Configuration Using The Control Panel WPA Parameters • WPA Mode. Selects the WPA wireless security mode. By default the mode is set to Disable thus disabling WPA security. If set to Personal, this selects a personal or pre-shared key mode for WPA security.
Page 36 Chapter 2 Configuration Tools • Reset LEAP User. Resets the LEAP user name to an empty string. • LEAP Password • LEAP Password (01-15). The first 15 characters of the LEAP password (maximum number of characters is 32). • LEAP Password (16-30). Characters 16 to 30 of the LEAP password (maximum number of characters is 32).
Page 37 Wireless NIC Configuration Using The Control Panel Reset Kerb. Pwd. Reset Kerberos password to an empty string. KDC Port Number KDC (Key Distribution Center) port number is the 2-byte UDP/TCP port used for Kerberos Communication. • 88 (default) • 0–65535 Clock Skew Units •...
Page 38 Chapter 2 Configuration Tools Tckt Life Units Ticket lifetime unit in either seconds, minutes, hours, or days. • Seconds (default) • Minutes • Hours • Days Tckt Life (SEC) Sets the maximum allowable amount of time in seconds (SEC), minutes (MIN), hours (HR), or days (DAY), as specified by the Tckt Life Units, that a ticket obtained from the Kerberos server is valid before getting a new one.
Page 39 Wireless NIC Configuration Using The Control Panel Renew Life (SEC) Sets the maximum allowable amount of time in seconds (SEC), minutes (MIN), hours (HR) or days (DAY), as specified by the Renew Life Units, before warning for a new Kerberos password. •...
Page 40: Html Forms
Chapter 2 Configuration Tools store ifc 2 wlan profile <WIFI-PROFILE> <0...6> The values that can be set are as follows: 0: 802.11b operation only 1: mixed 802.11b and 802.11g operation 2: mixed 802.11b and 802.11g operation without support for 5.5 and 11 Mbps basic rates 3: 802.11g only operation 4: test 802.11g operation...
Page 41 NOTE: If you cannot access the web page, refer to “Web Browser/ HTTP Problem” on page 282. The NIC HTML structure is divided into several menus as shown in Figure 2. Index/Home Configuration Status Help I/O Port Network Network Print Path Print Model TCP/IP d1prn...
Page 42 Chapter 2 Configuration Tools Printer Status Screen Using the printer IP Address and any standard Web browser, you can check the status of the printer. Figure 3 shows the exact state of the printer by showing the printer LCD message. (This screen automatically refreshes every minute.) Figure 3.
Page 43: Configuration Alternatives
Configuration Alternatives Besides the HTML forms and software provided, the NIC internal command shell, npsh, can also be reached using Telnet, Remote Shell, and FTP: Telnet A TCP/IP command that helps configure NIC settings remotely. A TCP/IP host starts a Telnet session with the print server and logs into the device command shell to alter and view settings.
Page 44 Chapter 2 Configuration Tools FTP can also be used to configure print server settings remotely. A TCP/IP host uses FTP to store a file containing 1 or more NPSH commands on the FTP file system. The configuration file must be FTP ‘put’...
Page 45: Nic Web Server
NIC Web Server Overview The NIC comes with a printer management tool that allows you to monitor, configure, and manage both the printer and its print job. The NIC comes with a web server that allows System Administrators and users access to its printer management capabilities from a standard web browser.
Page 46: Configuration
Chapter 3 Configuration Configuration The Configuration menu items allow you to configure the settings for the following items: • Network - this menu item allows you to change the network setting for each protocol: TCP/IP, Wireless, and NetBIOS over TCP/IP. •...
Page 47: Network Configuration
TCP/IP Network Network Configuration The network configuration allows you to specify the setting for each network protocol. Beside each protocol name is a checkbox which allows you to enable or disable each protocol depending on your network printing needs. NOTE: TCP/IP is the only supported protocol which is always enabled.
Page 48 Chapter 3 Network Configuration Figure 5. TCP/IP Network Configuration for Wireless Ethernet Interface The two edit fields contain the NIC's IP address and subnet mask. The check boxes enable the RARP, BOOTP, DHCP, DNS, and Persistent DHCP protocols, which are alternate methods of assigning IP addresses.
Page 49 TCP/IP Network Figure 7. Defining a Gateway Address for Wireless Ethernet Routing Figure 8. TCP/IP Static Routes...
Page 50 Chapter 3 Network Configuration Routing The routing table tells the NIC which router or gateway to use to access other subnets or hosts. In most situations, you can simply add your router's IP address as the default router. All packets destined for other subnets will be forwarded to the default router for delivery to the destination host.
Page 51: Wireless
Wireless Wireless Figure 9. Wireless Network Configuration, 802.11b/g...
Page 52 Chapter 3 Network Configuration Figure 10. Wireless Network Configuration, 802.11b...
Page 53: Network Name
Network Name Enter the wireless network name. Maximum length of 32 characters. Mode Set the mode of operation for the wireless device. Pseudo, Adhoc, and Managed are the available settings. NOTE: Mode is not applicable for 802.11g/b. Speed Type Change the selected bit-rates. Choosing "auto" will select auto settings even if some or all of the checkboxes are selected.
Page 54: Power Mgmt Mode
Chapter 3 Network Configuration Antenna Choose the antenna type. Diverse, Primary, and Aux are the available settings. Preamble This is the preamble used in the wireless packets. It is recommended to set to "Default" so that the NIC can detect the correct preamble.
Page 55: Wpa Mode
Profile Select the 802.11g Wireless (Wi-Fi) mode in which to operate. Available options include: • 802.11b operation only • mixed 802.11b and 802.11g operation • mixed 802.11b and 802.11g operation without support for 5.5 and 11 Mbps basic rates • 802.11g only operation •...
Page 56: Key Value (String)
Chapter 3 Network Configuration Key Value (Hex) Enter the key value in Hex format. Key Value (String) Enter the key value in string format. Key Length (Optional) Select the key length, 5 or 13. Default Key Change the default key number used for WEP encryption. Authentication Method Select the desired authentication method to be used when communicating with an access point.
Page 57: Windows Network (Netbios Tcp/Ip)
Windows Network (NetBIOS TCP/IP) Windows Network (NetBIOS TCP/IP) TCP/IP is used for Windows (i.e. Windows NT, Windows 95, and Windows for Workgroups) printing unless another protocol like IPX is available. Therefore, mandatory TCP/IP settings (i.e. IP address and subnet mask) are necessary on the NIC. Go to "TCP/IP Network"...
Page 58: Print Path Configuration
Chapter 3 Print Path Configuration Print Path Configuration The NIC print path is the path a print job takes when it reaches the network adapter. First the job goes to a destination/queue (e.g. d1prn) where it then passes through an associated model (e.g. m1) for extra processing and logpath (e.g.
Page 59 Name Name of the destination. The default destination queue names are d1prn, d2prn, d3prn, d4prn, d5prn, d6prn, d7prn, and d8prn. Back Channel I/O port to receive printer feedback when a print job passes through this destination. By default, the backchannel for all print queues is enabled for ETHERNET and WLAN.
Page 60: Current Model Settings
Chapter 3 Print Path Configuration Current Model Settings Figure 13. Print Path Configuration, Current Model Settings, Model Type Model Type The option is available on the Print Model web page. For a description, see page 59.
Page 61 Current Model Settings Figure 14. Print Path Configuration, Current Model Settings, Banner Page Banner Page The option is available on the Print Model web page. For a description, see page 60. Filter The option is available on the Print Model web page. For a description, see page 60.
Page 62: Printer Configuration
Chapter 3 Print Path Configuration Header String The option is available on the Print Model web page. For a description, see page 60. Trailer String The option is available on the on the Print Model web page. For a description, see page 61. Printer Configuration The option is available on the Print Model web page.
Page 63: Print Model Configuration
Print Model Configuration Current Model Settings Print Model Configuration Figure 15. Print Model Configuration, Model Settings Name Name of the model. The default model names are m1, m2, m3, m4, m5, m6, m7, and m8. Model Type Define what processing (if any) will be performed on print jobs passing through the associated destination.
Page 64 Chapter 3 Print Model Configuration Banner Page Tells the Ethernet Interface to produce a banner page with each print job. The type of banner page data can be text. You can also specify whether the banner page should come at the front or the end of a print job.
Page 65 Trailer String Define an escape sequence to be sent to the printer after each print job. For example, you may want to send a sequence to add a formfeed so you don't have to manually press the formfeed button on the printer. You may also want to tell the printer to reset itself in case you have set a header string which tells the printer to do something special with the job.
Page 66: Log Path Configuration
Chapter 3 Log Path Configuration Log Path Configuration Figure 16. Log Path Settings Name Name of the log path. The default names are l1, l2, l3, l4, l5, l6, l7, and l8. Logpath Type Define what type of log information will be tracked for each print job passing through the associated destination.
Page 67 Logpath Port Define where logging information for print jobs passing through the associated destination will be reported. The choices are: • prn - reported to the PRN port • none - don't report any logging information • TCP/IP port - to a TCP port number (specified in the edit field) •...
Page 68: Tn5250/3270 Configuration
The TN5250/3270 configuration form allows you to specify settings for up to eight different TN5250/3270 sessions. NOTE: The standard Printronix NIC module does not support TN5250/3270 protocol. However, the TN5250/3270 software is available as an option you can order or as factory installed.
Page 69 TN5250/3270 Configuration Current Model Settings Figure 18. TN5250/3270 Configuration, TN3270 Mode Mode Specifies the TN protocol mode for the current configuration. Default: TN5250 Host IP Specifies the IP address or domain name of the host (AS/400 for TN5250) for the current configuration. Default: Unconfigured (empty) host.
Page 70: Device Description
Chapter 3 TN5250/3270 Configuration Resource Name (TN3270 mode) Specifies the name of the AS/400 LU session for the current configuration. The resource name entered will be the name of the printer device created on the AS/400 host for the current session. The name is limited to 10 characters in length, must start with an alpha character (a-z, A-Z), and contain only alphanumeric characters and underscores.
Page 71: Auto Connect
TN5250/3270 Configuration Current Model Settings Device Type By default, the device type is always set to IBM. WSCST Name (TN5250 mode) As declared on the AS/400 host for the created printer device. Default: *NONE WSCST Library (TN5250 mode) As declared on the AS/400 host for the created printer device.
Page 72: Snmp Configuration
Chapter 3 SNMP Configuration SNMP Configuration The SNMP Configuration form allows you to configure SNMP trap managers and the e-mail alert features of NIC. It allows you to configure how SNMP alerts are processed by a SNMP trap manager, a Unix syslog logging daemon, and/or have e-mail notifications sent.
Page 73 SNMP Configuration Current Model Settings Syslog Alert Posting Settings Figure 20. SNMP Syslog Alert Posting Configuration Specifies whether alerts from the enabled alert group categories for this configuration will be sent to the Unix syslog daemon. If this option is enabled, the syslog daemon IP address must be entered in the syslog field in the System Information section of the Administration Configuration form.
Page 74 Chapter 3 SNMP Configuration Specifies whether alerts from the enabled alert group categories for this configuration will be sent to the specified e-mail address. If this option is enabled, the following information must be entered: • E-mail Address - specifies an e-mail address to which alert information will be sent •...
Page 75 SNMP Configuration Current Model Settings If the Short E-mail format is disabled, the message will contain additional information including the device name and location, alert description, alert group, alert severity level, and printer status. To test the validity of the e-mail address and the SMTP server address, enable the Send Test Message option.
Page 76 Chapter 3 SNMP Configuration Specifies which alert groups are enabled for reporting for this configuration. When an alert occurs that is contained in one of the enabled alert groups, it will be posted to the specified SNMP manager, Unix syslog daemon, and/or e-mail address. The following table describes which printer events belongs to which Alert Group.
Page 77 Table 2. Alert Groups and Printer Events Alert Group Media Output Stacker Full Stacker Jam Time Out Stacker Full Time Out Stacker Fault Time Out Stacker Jam Stacker Fault Stack Over Flow Stack Under Flow Stacker Fail Stacker Interlock Fail Stacker Not Ready Media Path Clear Paper Jam...
Page 78 Chapter 3 SNMP Configuration Table 2. Alert Groups and Printer Events Alert Group Marker Cutter Barcode Scanner Intervention Consumable Label Printer Events Ribbon Stall Time Out Ribbon Ink Out Ribbon Stall Ribbon Drive Shuttle Over Speed Ribbon Fault Ribbon Detected Print Head Up Ribbon Broken Ribbon Load Bad...
Page 79 Table 2. Alert Groups and Printer Events Alert Group Power Cart Recharge Battery Batt High Volt Batt Low Volt RFID RFID Tag Failed RFID Max Retry RFID Comm Error RFID Read-Only Tag NOTE: Not all of the alerts are available on all of the printers. The alerts available for monitoring will depend on the printer type and the options installed on the printer.
Page 80: Administration Configuration
Chapter 3 Administration Configuration Administration Configuration The Administration Configuration form is broken down into general print server-related settings and password security. System Information Figure 23. Administration Configuration, System Information The System Information form allows you to specify the following information about the printer:...
Page 81 Name Name given to the print server in Windows environment. The defaul name is “P_xxxxxx” where "xxxxxx" equals the last six digits of the NIC’s Ethernet address. (e.g. P_01001C). Description Optional field to help identify the printer’s features and capabilities. Location Optional field to help identify the printer’s physical location.
Page 82 Chapter 3 Administration Configuration Email Defines the user email address to receive printer and job logging information from log paths on the NIC. Default: Unconfigured (empty). SMTP Server Specifies the IP address or domain name of the SMTP server to be used for processing email messages generated by the NIC.
Page 83: Passwords
Passwords Passwords Figure 24. Administration Configuration, Passwords Only a user with root privileges can alter the NIC's settings. Guest users can only view settings but cannot alter them. Both types of users can be assigned passwords. To change a password, type in the old password in the "Old"...
Page 84: System Configuration
Chapter 3 System Configuration System Configuration Figure 25. System Configuration The System Configuration form allows you to change the NIC 's operation mode. Select "Reboot" to re-power the print server. Select "Default" to reset the print server and have it come up with factory default settings.
Page 85 Print Server Settings • Print Server Name – The Print Server name is used in the KDC database and can be configured in the Administration page. If this name is changed, the corresponding name in the KDC database must be changed accordingly to match it. Default: “p_xxxxxx”...
Page 86: Credentials Information
Chapter 3 Status • Ticket Lifetime – The maximum time allowed before the Print Server is required to get a new ticket. Default: 43200 seconds Credentials Information This section displays the Print Server’s principal and its Kerberos ticket credentials after the Print Server has authenticated with the Access Point.
Page 87: Status - Network
NOTE: You cannot cancel a print job with an IPDS Emulation. Do not click the Cancel icon. The printer’s buffer size may not allow you to monitor the real time status of the printer and the print job at the same time.
Page 88 Chapter 3 Status - Network...
Page 89: Windows Configuration
Windows Configuration Overview This chapter details a complete Windows configuration setup including: • Identifying the NIC on the network using TCP/IP as the underlying protocol • Configuring the NIC with its mandatory TCP/IP settings (IP address and subnet mask) • Configuring a new printer on the Windows station Windows Environment Description The NIC supports network printing under Windows environments...
Page 90: Windows Nic Configuration
You can configure the NIC done from the printer control panel, Web browser, host commands, or other Printronix utility software. To configure these options, see “Configuration Tools” on page 21. Configuration Using ARP...
Page 91 3. Use the arp command to add an entry into the Windows station ARP table for the NIC. This is the most common syntax for this command: Syntax: arp -s ipaddress ethernetaddress Example for Microsoft TCP stacks: arp -s 192.75.11.9 00-08-96-07-00-60 This example specifies a NIC using IP address 192.75.11.9 and Ethernet address 00-08-96-07-00-60.
Page 92: Communicating Across Routers
Chapter 4 Windows NIC Configuration c. Under the “Subnet Mask” heading, enter the NIC subnet mask. NOTE:If you would like to communicate with the NIC from across routers, you will need to fill in an entry within the “Routing” section. Please see “Communicating Across Routers”...
Page 93: Changing Workgroup Names
3. Click on the SUBMIT button when done and physically repower the print server to make the new settings take effect. Changing Workgroup Names Windows environments define groups of related computers as “workgroups.” By default, “WORKGROUP” is the name that is assigned to the NIC workgroup.
Page 94: Changing Destination Names
Chapter 4 Windows NIC Configuration Changing Destination Names When defining some printers within Windows environments, the NIC requires that you specify a predefined destination rather than any name you would like. For example, when creating a new printer under Windows NT, a screen similar to Figure 26 displays. Figure 26.
Page 95 This name can be changed to something more meaningful using the built-in HTML forms. To do this: 1. Load a Web browser on your Windows station and direct it to the URL: http://NICIPaddress/destConf.html (e.g., http://192.75.11.9/networkConf.html). NOTE: If prompted for a “User ID” and password first, type in root for the ID and press ENTER at the password prompt (since there is no password by default).
Page 96: Windows Host Configuration
Chapter 4 Windows Host Configuration Windows Host Configuration This section covers Windows Vista, XP, 2000, and 2003 Server printer setup. Windows Vista Setup This installation procedure assumes that the Ethernet adapter is configured with the correct IP address, subnet mask and gateway (if required).
Page 97 Windows Vista Setup Figure 28. Choosing a Printer Port 4. Select "Use an existing port:" and “LPT1: (Printer Port)” from the drop down menu. Click Next. Figure 29. Selecting a Printer Driver to Install...
Page 98 Chapter 4 Windows Host Configuration 5. Select the appropriate printer driver for your printer and click Next. Figure 30. Naming a Printer 6. Enter a printer name and click Next. By default the printer you selected in the previous step is entered. NOTE: If an Important Notice appears and informs you to reboot your PC before using the barcode fonts, click OK.
Page 99 Figure 31. Sharing the Printer on the Network 7. Select "Share this printer so that others on your network can find and use it" and click Next. 8. Click "Print a test page" to see if the printer is working correctly. Otherwise, click Finish.
Page 100 Chapter 4 Windows Host Configuration Figure 32. Completion of the Printer Driver Installation 9. Click Finish. You have successfully installed your printer driver. 10. Right-click the installed printer driver and select Properties. Click the Ports tab. 11. Select “Standard TCP/IP Port”, and click OK.
Page 101 Figure 33. Specifying Port Settings 12. Complete the Port Settings tab as desired: • Raw. (The default.) Make sure “Raw” is selected in the “Protocol” field. Leave the setting at 9100 (the default) in the “Raw Settings Port Number” field. •...
Page 102: Windows Xp/2000/2003 Server Host Setup
“ping” and Telnet to the NIC from the server console. If this is not the case, use the printer front panel to configure the NIC before proceeding. 1. From the cd, click Printer Setup Wizard. The Setup - Printronix Printer Setup Wizard window displays.
Page 103 Windows XP/2000/2003 Server Host Setup 2. Click Next to start the installation. 3. Click Next twice to accept the installation destination and the program’s shortcut destination. 4. Click Install to begin installation. 5. If necessary, click Yes to install a Windows driver prior to installing a printer.
Page 104 Chapter 4 Windows Host Configuration 6. Click Next. 7. If necessary, uncheck the “Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer” box and click Next. 8. To install the printer driver using the LPT1 port, make sure LPT1:(Recommended Printer Port) is selected after “Use the following port:”...
Page 105 Windows XP/2000/2003 Server Host Setup 10. Input the printer name or IP address in the Printer Name or IP Address field. NOTE: By default, the Port Name value is identical to the Printer Name or IP Address. 11. Click Next. 12.
Page 106 Chapter 4 Windows Host Configuration 13. Complete the Port Settings tab as desired: • Raw. (The default.) Make sure “Raw” is selected in the “Protocol” field. Leave the setting at 9100 (the default) in the “Raw Settings Port Number” field. •...
Page 107 Windows XP/2000/2003 Server Host Setup 14. Click Next. 15. Click Finish. The Add Printer Wizard window appears. 16. Select the desired printer and click Next. NOTE: If the printer driver is already installed, then the “Add Printer Wizard Use Existing Driver” window appears. Select Keep existing driver (recommended) or Replace existing driver.
Page 108 Chapter 4 Windows Host Configuration 17. If necessary, select Yes to set the printer as the default and click Next. 18. If you do not want to share the printer with other network users, select Do not share this printer. Otherwise, select Share name, and specify a share name.
Page 109 Windows XP/2000/2003 Server Host Setup 22. Click Finish to add the printer. 23. Click OK to confirm that the test page printed.
Page 110 Chapter 4 Windows Host Configuration 24. Click Finish to complete the installation. The Welcome window displays. 25. Click Next to start configuring the basic settings for your printer. 26. Select a printer to configure and click Next. 27. Click Next to start a new session. The Printer Setup - Page 1 dialog box opens.
Page 111 Windows XP/2000/2003 Server Host Setup 28. Uncheck the Ignore box to specify setup values or accept the default Ignore parameters. 29. Click Next. The Printer Setup - Page 2 dialog box opens. 30. Uncheck the Ignore box to specify setup values or accept the default Ignore parameters, and click Next.
Page 112 Chapter 4 Windows Host Configuration 31. Click Finish to send the wizard settings to the printer. NOTE: If you are warned that a calibration may interfere with the current print job, click yes to continue.
Page 113: Unix Configuration
Unix Configuration Overview This chapter details a complete Unix setup including: • Configuring the NIC with its mandatory TCP/IP settings (e.g., IP address and subnet mask). • Configuring the Unix host station with a new printer. Unix Environment Description The NIC supports network printing under various TCP/IP environments including all variations of Unix.
Page 114: Unix Nic Configuration
Chapter 5 Unix NIC Configuration Unix NIC Configuration There are mandatory settings needed before the print server can be detected on the network, as well as some additional optional settings. This section offers alternative methods for configuring your NIC and mentions some of the more common optional settings available.
Page 115 2. Find the Ethernet address for the NIC by printing a configuration or reading it from the control panel. It must be entered as part of this procedure. 3. Use the arp command to add an entry into the Unix station ARP table for this NIC.
Page 116: Using Rarp
Chapter 5 Unix NIC Configuration 3. Under the Subnet Mask heading, enter the NIC subnet mask. NOTE: If you would like to communicate with the NIC from across routers, you will need to fill in an entry within the “Routing” section.
Page 117: Using Bootp
4. Try to ping the NIC IP address from a local Unix station to see if it can be seen on your network. NOTE: You will only be able to communicate with the NIC from a network station on the same subnet as the print server. The NIC needs to be told about a default router/gateway so any packets that come in from a different subnet can be returned via this gateway.
Page 118: Communicating Across Routers
Chapter 5 Unix NIC Configuration 2. Turn the NIC on so that it immediately sends out a BOOTP request. Wait one minute to allow the IP address assignment process to complete. You should see the STAT LED (on the NIC interface) slow down, indicating it knows about an IP address to use.
Page 119: Unix Host Configuration
2. At the Network Configuration HTML form that displays, click the first field below Gateway and type in the IP address of the default router/gateway for the NIC subnet. 3. Click Submit when done and physically repower the print server to make sure the new setting is in effect. Unix Host Configuration There may be times when you would prefer or have to perform the manual setup steps for a new printer definition.
Page 120: Nic Installation On Hp-Ux
Chapter 5 NIC Installation on HP-UX NIC Installation on HP-UX LPR is supported in HP/UX Version 9.0 and greater. To configure a print queue using LPR, issue the following commands. NOTE: Requires root privilege. The default BSD interface file “rmodel” will be used. Syntax: lpshut lpadmin -pqueue_name -mrmodel -v/dev/null...
Page 121: Solaris 2.6 - 7 Nic Setup
Solaris 2.6 – 7 NIC Setup NOTE: Requires Superuser privilege in the borne shell. Assume that you can ping and Telnet to the adapter. The IP address of the NIC adapter must be placed in the /etc/hosts file. Syntax: lpadmin -p [queue_name] -v /dev/null lpadmin -p [queue_name] -i /usr/lib/lp/model/ netstandard lpadmin -p [queue_name] -o dest=[host_name] -o...
Page 122: Manual Lpr/Lpd Host Setup
Chapter 5 Solaris 2.6 – 7 NIC Setup Manual LPR/LPD Host Setup The NIC also supports Unix operating systems which follow a BSD print system (e.g., SunOS 4.1.x). This means a printcap file is used to define all printers available on the host, and interface scripts are not commonly used.
Page 123 2. Create the spool directory specified by the sd= entry in the printcap entry for this printer. Example: touch /usr/spool/lpd/ P5000 3. Create the log and account files specified by the lf= and af= entries in the printcap entry for this printer. Example: touch /usr/spool/lpd/P5000/log touch /usr/spool/lpd/P5000/acct...
Page 124: Nic Configuration For Aix 4
Chapter 5 Solaris 2.6 – 7 NIC Setup NIC Configuration for AIX 4 Before you set up the printer, it is good to know the ways a print job can be filtered. 1. Standard processing. Filtering is done on the printer with no processing on the host.
Page 125: Local Filtering
Local Filtering 1. Enter smitty mkvirprt. 2. Add a Remote Print Queue. 3. Set the type of Remote Printing to Local Filtering... 4. Set the Printer Manufacturer to IBM. 5. Set the Printer Type to IBM4202. IMPORTANT You must change the printer emulation to Proprinter. 6.
Page 126: Aix Remote Queue Time-Out Setting
Chapter 5 Solaris 2.6 – 7 NIC Setup Troubleshooting This installation procedure assumes that the NIC adapter is configured with the correct IP address, subnet mask, and gateway (if required). In addition you can also ping and telnet to the NIC adapter.
Page 127: Printing With Ftp
Printing With FTP Print jobs can also be sent to the NIC using the File Transfer Protocol (FTP). To do this: 1. On your network station, change to the directory containing the file you want to print. 2. Open an FTP session with the NIC. Syntax: ftp NICIPaddress 3.
Page 128: Direct Socket Printing
Chapter 5 Solaris 2.6 – 7 NIC Setup 10. Close the FTP session, unless you have more jobs to print. Syntax: quit Direct Socket Printing Within TCP/IP environments, there are some setups which require the host to print directly to a TCP port number on the NIC, bypassing all of the higher level destination/queue names.
Page 129: Z/Os Configuration, Ipds Printer
z/OS Configuration, IPDS Printer Overview Use this chapter to configure z/OS to print IPDS files on your line matrix network printer. To print IPDS files, you must have the IPDS option on the printer. Requirements Verify that you have the following required software: •...
Page 130: Configuration Checklist
Chapter 6 Overview Configuration Checklist All of the following configuration steps carried out on z/OS require appropriate RACF authority. 1. Using the printer operator panel, set up the IPDS printer emulation to 6408/6412. 2. Set TCP/IP addresses for the printer, such as IP address, gateway address, or subnet mask.
Page 131: Configuring Psf For Z/Os To Print Ipds Files
Configuring PSF for z/OS to Print IPDS Files To perform this procedure, you need the IP address of the Ethernet. Configuration Procedure Configuring PSF to print IPDS files includes the following steps: 1. Define the z/OS communications control unit to z/OS. See “Define the Communications Control Unit to z/OS”...
Page 132 Chapter 6 Configuring PSF for z/OS to Print IPDS Files Define the Communications Control Unit to z/OS If you have not already done so, define the communications control unit for the z/OS host, such as the 3172 or the 3745 control unit, to z/OS.
Page 133 ACBPOOLSIZE ADDRESSTRANSLATIONPOOLSIZE CCBPOOLSIZE DATABUFFERPOOLSIZE ENVELOPEPOOLSIZE IPROUTEPOOLSIZE LARGEENVELOPEPOOLSIZE RCBPOOLSIZE SCBPOOLSIZE SKCBPOOLSIZE SMALLDATABUFFERPOOLSIZE TCBPOOLSIZE TINYDATABUFFERPOOLSIZE UCBPOOLSIZE KEEPALIVEOPTIONS INTERVAL 10 SENDGARBAGE FALSE ENDKEEPALIVEOPTIONS GATEWAY * Network First hop DEFAULTNET 9.99.12.254 Figure 34. Modifying TCP/IP Profile This section contains information about the statements, the special considerations that apply to them, and the changes they may make necessary.
Page 134 Chapter 6 Configuring PSF for z/OS to Print IPDS Files DATABUFFERPOOLSIZE The DATABUFFERPOOLSIZE statement defines the number and size of the data buffers. For printing on TCP/IP-attached printers, it is recommended that you specify at least 160 data buffers, 32768 buffer size.
Page 135 Configuration Procedure Also, if any target host requires that the keep-alive packet contain data, specify SENDGARBAGE TRUE. For example: KEEPALIVEOPTIONS INTERVAL 5 SENDGARBAGE TRUE ENDKEEPALIVEOPTIONS GATEWAY The Packet Size parameter of the GATEWAY statement defines the maximum transmission unit (MTU) for the z/OS host. For 10/100Base-T Ethernet Interface printers, the MTU size is fixed at 1024 bytes.
Page 136 Chapter 6 Configuring PSF for z/OS to Print IPDS Files Define the Printer to JES When a TCP/IP-attached printer is to be used with JES, it must be defined for deferred printing mode with JES. JES2 Printer Definitions Below is an example of the JES2 printer definition initialization member, located in the system PARMLIB: FSS(FSS1),PROC=PSFPROC,HASPFSSM=HASPFSSM PRT1...
Page 137 Define the Printer to PSF Each TCP/IP-attached printer must be defined to PSF with a PRINTDEV statement in the PSF startup procedure. Figure 35 shows a sample PSFPROC procedure that you can modify to suit your installation. The PRINTDEV statement shows the required IPADDR keyword.
Page 138 Chapter 6 Configuring PSF for z/OS to Print IPDS Files //*X0GT15. //*01* CHANGE-ACTIVITY: //**** END OF SPECIFICATIONS ***/ //STEP01EXEC PGM=APSPPIEP,REGION=4096K //JOBHDR OUTPUT PAGEDEF=V06483,/* JOB SEPARATOR PAGEDEF*/ //FORMDEF=A10110,CHARS=GT15/* JOB SEPARATOR FORMDEF*/ //JOBLTR OUTPUT PAGEDEF=V06483,/* JOB SEPARATOR PAGEDEF*/ //FORMDEF=A10110,CHARS=GT15/* JOB SEPARATOR FORMDEF*/ //DSHDR OUTPUT PAGEDEF=V06483,/* DS SEPARATOR PAGEDEF*/ //FORMDEF=A10110,CHARS=GT15/* DS SEPARATOR FORMDEF*/ //MSGDS OUTPUT PAGEDEF=A06462,/* MESSAGE DATASET PAGEDEF*/...
Page 139 Configuration Procedure //*PRINTDEV //* ******************************************************************************************/ //PRT1CNTL //PRT1PRINTDEV FONTDD=*.FONT300,/* 300 PEL FONT LIBRARY DD*/ //OVLYDD=*.OLAY01,/* OVERLAY LIBRARY DD*/ //PSEGDD=*.PSEG01,/* SEGMENT LIBRARY DD*/ //PDEFDD=*.PDEF01,/* PAGEDEF LIBRARY DD*/ //FDEFDD=*.FDEF01,/* FORMDEF LIBRARY DD*/ //JOBHDR=*.JOBHDR,/* JOB HEADER SEPARATOR*/ //*/* OUTPUT*/ //JOBTRLR=*.JOBTLR,/* JOB TRAILER SEPARATOR*/ //*/* OUTPUT*/ //DSHDR=*.DSHDR,/* DATA SET HEADER*/ //*/* SEPARATOR*/ //MESSAGE=*.MSGDS,/* MESSAGE DATA SET OUTPUT*/...
Page 140 Chapter 6 Configuring PSF for z/OS to Print IPDS Files //*/* FAILURE*/ //TIMEOUT=REDRIVE/* PSF ACTION ON TIMEOUT*/ //MGMTMODE=OUTAVAIL,/* PRINTER MANAGEMENT MODE*/ //DISCINTV=15,/* DISCONNECT INTERVAL IN*/ //*/* SECONDS*/ //IPADDR=’xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx’/* IP ADDRESS FOR TCP/IP*/ //PRT1ENDCNTL Figure 35. Sample PSFPROC procedure NOTE: To specify a TCP/IP address space name other than the default, TCPIP, code the following exec statement in the writer procedure: //STEP01EXEC PGM=ASPPIEP,REGION=4096K,...
Page 141: Verifying A Tcp/Ip-Attached Printer On Z/Os
Verifying a TCP/IP-Attached Printer on z/OS Verifying a TCP/IP-Attached Printer on z/OS To operate a TCP/IP-attached printer, use JES operator commands. Starting a TCP/IP-attached Printer To start a TCP/IP-attached printer, do the following: 1. Start TCP/IP. 2. Power on the printer. 3.
Page 142: Sharing Line Matrix Printers On Z/Os
Chapter 6 Sharing Line Matrix Printers on z/OS Resolving IPDS Printing Problems If you have problems printing, do the following: • Print an Ethernet Test Page. Refer to your User’s Manual . • Verify that the IPDS service is enabled. •...
Page 143 MGMTMODE Set to OUTAVAIL. OUTAVAIL requests that PSF start a communications session with the printer only when output is available on the JES spool. FAILURE Specifies the action PSF is to take after a printer failure or a TCP/IP network failure. If FAILURE=WCONNECT and the printer is connected to another host when PSF attempts to establish a connection on TCP/IP, PSF continuously retries (up to the limit specified by CONNINTV) until the printer becomes available.
Page 144: Port Switching Printer Sharing
Chapter 6 Handling z/OS Connectivity Problems Port Switching Printer Sharing To support printer sharing, 10/100Base-T Ethernet Interface printers automatically switch among all attached ports (serial port, the twinax or coax port, or the Ethernet network port). Basically, the printer prints jobs for one port until no new jobs appear and the port “times out”.
Page 145: Ping Is Successful
Ping is Successful A successful “ping” usually indicates that the z/OS system can communicate with the printer; however, you might receive a successful “ping” even though the IP address of the TCP/IP- attached printer is a duplicate of another IP address. If PSF is unable to establish a network connection with the TCP/IP- attached printer or if PSF output for this printer prints elsewhere, follow these steps to determine whether the IP address of the...
Page 146 Chapter 6 Handling z/OS Connectivity Problems...
Page 147: As/400 Configuration, Ascii Printer
AS/400 Configuration, ASCII Printer Overview This chapter details a complete AS/400 configuration setup including: • Developing Line Descriptions with CRTLINETH • Configuring the AS/400 for TCP/IP • Configuring the AS/400 for Printing • Verifying Printing from the AS/400 This document assumes no AS/400 printer configuration has been done.
Page 148 Chapter 7 Overview NOTE: SSAPS of “AA” and “12” are automatically set as default values in the line description when “*CALC” is used in creating new line descriptions. You do not need to set these values unless they have been changed. To create a line description, enter the following command: CRTLINETH LIND(ETHLAN) RSRCNAME(LIN041) Your completed screen should look like Figure 36.
Page 149: Configuring As/400 For Ascii Using Tcp/Ip
The following three parameters must be specified: Line Description (LIND) The line description name is the user's name for the AS/400 adapter. This name must be identical to the name entered when the TCP/IP is configured on the AS/400. Resource Name (RSRCNAME) The system-assigned name for the interface (for example, LIN041).
Page 150 Chapter 7 Configuring AS/400 For ASCII Using TCP/IP System: BLDD6 Internet address: Subnet mask: Line description: Line type: Interface status: Type of service: Maximum transmission unit: Automatic start: Figure 37. Example of ADDTCPIFC Interface The following parameters must be specified: Internet Address Internet address of the AS/400 LAN adapter.
Page 151: Configuring A Router Definition With Addtcprte
Configuring A Router Definition With ADDTCPRTE Configuring A Router Definition With ADDTCPRTE If necessary, use the ADDTCPRTE command to create a route definition. This is required if the printer is somewhere other than on a local segment and must cross bridges. Configuring A Local Domain And Hostname The AS/400 print commands, described in “Setting Up Printing For ASCII Files”...
Page 152: Configuring The As/400 For Printing
Chapter 7 Configuring The AS/400 For Printing Configuring The AS/400 For Printing To configure an AS/400 for printing, you must: • set up the printing capability, and • verify the setup with a print job. You will need the following information: Remote Printer Queue name Set to ‘d1prn’...
Page 153 Send TCP/IP Spooled File (LPR) Type choices, press Enter. Remote system Printer queue Job name User Number Spooled file number Destination type Transform SCS to ASCII Manufacturer type and model Internet address Figure 38. ASCII LPR Parameters The following parameter values are required: Remote System Enter the hostname of your printer or *INTNETADR, which then prompts you to specify the IP address of your printer.
Page 154 Report printing, text only, no IGP or barcodes. Manufacturer Type Model Workstation customizing object = *NONE Since IBM42023 is a Printronix XL emulation, the printer emulation must also be switched to Proprinter emulation. Be sure to save the printer emulation as the power-up configuration.
Page 155 OS/400 versions below V3R7 may not have this selection and may require manual creation of a generic WSCST. Please contact Printronix Technical Support for assistance. NOTE: For occasional text reports, create a printer configuration for each report and use the [Job Select] key to select a report configuration.
Page 156 Chapter 7 Configuring The AS/400 For Printing To Create An Automatic Remote Output Queue 1. From the AS/400 command line, enter CRTOUTQ. 2. Figure 39 displays in bold the parameters you need to specify. Send TCP/IP Spooled File (LPR) Type choices, press Enter. Output queue Library Maximum spooled file size:...
Page 157 Workstation Customizing Object Library Internet address Destination options Print separator page User defined option Figure 39. Automatic Remote Output Queue Configuration 3. Enter values for the following parameters: Output Queue (OUTQ) The name of the AS/400 output queue. The name can be anything you would like.
Page 158: Troubleshooting
Chapter 7 Configuring The AS/400 For Printing Connection Type (CNNTYPE) Specify this value as *IP. Destination Type (DESTTYP) Specify *OTHER. *OTHER is a performance enhancement, in which data is not required to be transformed again if the connection is interrupted and allows printing of multiple copies. Transform (TRANSFORM) Specify this value as *YES.
Page 159: Verify Printing On As/400
Verify Printing On AS/400 This section verifies that the printer is capable of printing ASCII files and that the printer can be pinged on the network. To test ASCII printing: 1. Start TCP/IP, if it is not already running, by entering the command STRTCP.
Page 160: As/400 Ascii Troubleshooting
Chapter 7 AS/400 ASCII Troubleshooting AS/400 ASCII Troubleshooting During power up, the printer performs an interface hardware test. The presence of the ETHERNET PARAMS menu selection at the printer control panel indicates that the NIC hardware is functioning properly. See the User's Manual for configuration menu information.
Page 161: As/400 Configuration, Ipds Printer
AS/400 Configuration, IPDS Printer Configuring On AS/400 As An IPDS Printer NOTE: The IPDS emulation is not supported on the T4204 printer. Use this chapter to configure your printer on AS/400 as an IPDS printer. To print IPDS, you must install the IPDS option on your printer.
Page 162: Requirements
Chapter 8 Configuring On AS/400 As An IPDS Printer Requirements Contact technical support to obtain the latest PTFs for PSF/400. For IPDS printing, you also need to install the IPDS option for the printer. Configuration Checklist NOTE: All of the following configuration steps carried out on the AS/400 may require “create”...
Page 163 7. Create or verify the existence of an AS/400 TCP/IP interface for NIC. See “Configuring An AS/400 TCP/IP Interface With ADDTCPIFC” on page 160. 8. The next step depends on your AS/400 release. Configure your printer with one of these procedures: •...
Page 164: Configuring An As/400 Tcp/Ip Interface With Addtcpifc
Chapter 8 Configuring On AS/400 As An IPDS Printer Configuring An AS/400 TCP/IP Interface With ADDTCPIFC NOTE: Do not enter the IP address of the NIC. Do not set the AS/400 interface address to the same address as the NIC IP address.
Page 165 Configuring An AS/400 TCP/IP Interface With ADDTCPIFC b. Subnet Mask The Subnet Mask for this AS/400 TCP/IP interface (for example, 255.255.255.0). c. Line Description The name assigned to the AS/400 line description as described in “Developing Line Descriptions With CRTLINETH” on page 143. Each AS/400 LAN adapter will have its own line description.
Page 166: Configuring Psf/400 For Ipds On V3R2
Chapter 8 Configuring On AS/400 As An IPDS Printer Configuring PSF/400 For IPDS On V3R2 To configure IPDS on AS/400 V3R2, use the following commands: • CRTDEVPRT • CRTPSFCFG Configuring PSF With CRTDEVPRT On V3R2 This section describes how to create a printer device description. 1.
Page 167 Display Device Description Device Description: Option: Category of device: Automatically created: Device class: Device type: Device model: Advanced function printing: AFP attachment: Online at IPL: Font: Identifier: Point size: Form feed: Separator drawer: Separator program: Library: Printer error message: Message queue: Library: Maximum pending requests: Print while converting:...
Page 168 Chapter 8 Configuring On AS/400 As An IPDS Printer Print request timer: Form definition: Library: Character identifier: Remote location: Local location: Remote network identifier: Mode: Dependent location name: Text: Figure 41. Example of CRTDEVPRT Command (V3R2) 3. Values must be entered for the following parameters: a.
Page 169 g. Font (FONT) Enter an appropriate value. h. Form Feed (FORMFEED) Specify *CONT. Remote Location (RMTLOCNAME) Enter the remote location name. Configuring AFP With CRTPSFCFG On V3R2 The PSF™ configuration object created with this command is used by PSF/400 when printing IPDS files. The object is used by AS/400 V3R2 only if the object is in the QGPL library and has the same name as the printer device description.
Page 170 Chapter 8 Configuring On AS/400 As An IPDS Printer Delay time between retries: Blank page: Page size control: Resident fonts: Resource retention: Edge orient: Remote location: Name or address: TCP/IP port: TCP/IP activation timer: PSF defined options: Text description: Device resource library list: Figure 42.
Page 171 Configuring PSF/400 For IPDS On V3R2 d. Activate release timer (ACTRLSTMR) Specifies the point at which the release timer (RLSTMR) is activated. Set to *NORDYF. This means that the release timer is activated when there are no spooled files in the printer’s output queue with a status of RDY and the last page of the last spooled file processed has printed.
Page 172: Configuring Psf/400 For Ipds On V3R7 And Above
Chapter 8 Configuring On AS/400 As An IPDS Printer Configuring PSF/400 For IPDS On V3R7 And Above To configure IPDS on AS/400 V3R7 and above, use the following commands: • CRTPSFCFG (Optional) • CRTDEVPRT Configuring AFP With CRTPSFCFG On V3R7 Or V4R1 (Optional) New for V3R7 is the ability to specify three TCP/IP-related parameters for PSF in a printer device description: RMTLOCNAME,...
Page 173 Configuring PSF/400 For IPDS On V3R7 And Above 2. A completed screen looks like Figure 43. PSF Configuration Information PSF configuration: printer_typeNETPRT User resource library: IPDS pass through: Activate release timer: Release timer: Restart timer: SNA retry count: Delay time between retries: Blank page: Page size control: Resident fonts:...
Page 174 Chapter 8 Configuring On AS/400 As An IPDS Printer NOTE: The lines in bold in Figure 43 are not used by PSF/400. Instead, PSF/400 uses the information entered in the device description screen. 3. The following parameters are recommended: a. PSF configuration (PSFCFG) The name used for this PSF configuration object.
Page 175 Configuring PSF/400 For IPDS On V3R7 And Above NOTE: Only use the USRDFNOBJ parameter if it was defined in the previous procedure. See “Configuring AFP With CRTPSFCFG On V3R7 Or V4R1 (Optional)” on page 168. 2. A completed screen looks like the example shown in Figure 44. Display Device Description 5716SS1 V3R7M0 961108 Device Description:...
Page 176 Chapter 8 Configuring On AS/400 As An IPDS Printer Separator drawer: Separator program: Library: Printer error message: Message queue: Library: Activation timer: Maximum pending requests: Print while converting: Print request timer: Form definition: Library: Remote location: Name or address: Dependent location name: Text: User-defined options: Figure 44.
Page 177: Configuring Psf For Ipds On V4R2 And Above
Configuring PSF for IPDS On V4R2 And Above d. Device Model (MODEL) Specify 0 e. LAN Attachment (LANATTACH) Specify *IP Port Number (PORT) Specify 5001 g. Font (FONT) Enter an appropriate value. h. Form Feed (FORMFEED) Specify *CONT Activation Timer (ACTTMR) This value specifies the number of seconds that PSF/400 waits for a printer to respond to an activation request.
Page 178: Configuring Afp With Crtpsfcfg On V4R3 And Above (Optional)
To configure the iSeries for IPDS printing on V4R3: 1. At the iSeries command line, enter a command in the form: CRTPSFCFG PSFCFG(AFP/NETPRTP7000) IPDSPASTHR(*YES) RLSTMR(*SEC15) TEXT(‘PRINTRONIX P7000 NETWORK ATTACHED PRINTER’) PAGSIZCTL(*YES) ACTRLSTMR(*NORDYF) 2. A completed screen looks like Figure 45.
Page 179 Configuring AFP with CRTPSFCFG on V4R3 and Above (Optional) Edge orient ... Use outline fonts... PSF defined option... Font substitution messages... Capture host fonts at printer... Font resolution for formatting ... Font mapping table... Library... Cut sheet emulation mode ... Use DBCS simulation fonts Replace ...
Page 180: Configuring Psf With Crtdevprt On V4R2 And Above
Set the parameter to a value at least equal to the TIMEOUT value on the printer. Printronix recommends *SEC15. Page size control (PAGSIZCTL) Specifies if the page size (forms) is set by PSF. Usually set to *YES.
Page 181 Configuring PSF with CRTDEVPRT On V4R2 and Above Create Device Desc (Printer) (CRTDEVPRT) Device description...: Device class ...: Device type...: Device model...: LAN attachment ...: Advanced function printing ... Port number ...: Online at IPL ...: Font: Identifier ... Point size... Form feed ...
Page 182 Chapter 8 Configuring On AS/400 As An IPDS Printer Publishing information: Support duplex ... Support color... Pages per minute black ... Pages per minute color ... Location ... Data steams supported ... + for more values Text ‘description’ Remote network identifier... Workstation customizing object ...
Page 183 Configuring PSF with CRTDEVPRT On V4R2 and Above Font (FONT) Enter an appropriate value. Form Feed (FORMFEED) Specify *CONT. Activation timer (ACTTMR) This value specifies the number of seconds that PSF waits for a printer to respond to an activation request. If only one system is using the printer, use the default value (170 seconds).
Page 184: Verifying The Ipds Configuration On As/400
Chapter 8 Verifying The IPDS Configuration On AS/400 Verifying The IPDS Configuration On AS/400 To test IPDS printing: 1. If it is not already on, vary on the line description: VRYCFG CFGTYPE(*LIN) 2. To start TCP/IP, enter STRTCP. 3. Verify that the AS/400 TCP/IP interface is active. Use the command: WRKTCPSTS and then select option 1.
Page 185: Sharing The As/400 Printer On The Network
Configuring PSF with CRTDEVPRT On V4R2 and Above 7. If you have problems printing, do the following: • Print an Ethernet Test Page. Refer to your User's Manual . • Verify that port number 5001 is being used. 8. If you are still unable to print IPDS files, contact technical support.
Page 186: Printer Sharing Parameters
Chapter 8 Sharing The AS/400 Printer On The Network Printer Sharing Parameters To set up AS/400 for printer sharing, set the following parameters. Table 5. Printer Sharing AS/400 Where Set Parameter Version V3R2 CRTPSFCFG RLSTMR CHGPSFCFG V3R2 CRTPSFCFG ACTRLSTMR CHGPSFCFG Recommended Description Value...
Page 187 Table 5. Printer Sharing (continued) AS/400 Where Set Parameter Version V3R2 CRTPSFCFG ACTTMR CHGPSFCFG V3R7 CRTPSFCFG ACTRLSTMR V4R1 CHGPSFCFG Printer Sharing Parameters Recommended Description Value *NOMAX The value specifies the number of seconds that PSF/400 will wait for a printer to respond to an activation request.
Page 188 Chapter 8 Sharing The AS/400 Printer On The Network Table 5. Printer Sharing (continued) AS/400 Where Set Parameter Version V3R7 CRTPSFCFG RLSTMR V4R1 CHGPSFCFG V3R7 CRTDEVPRT ACTTMR V4R1 CHGDEVPRT Recommended Description Value *SEC15 Specifies the amount of time to wait before a session or dialog is released without terminating the writer.
Page 189: As/400 Troubleshooting
• Codes 20-39 indicate a general communications failure. Make sure all of the components in your network are operational, such as routers. If necessary, call Printronix technical support. • Codes 40-59 indicate a logic error between PSF and the printer control unit.
Page 190: Spooled Print File Remains In Pnd Status
Chapter 8 AS/400 Troubleshooting Spooled Print File Remains In PND Status Check the output queue with the command: WRKOUTQ queuename This typically indicates that PSF/400 is waiting for a response from the printer. This can be verified by displaying the QSPL subsystem, WRKACTJOBSBS (QSPL).
Page 191: Z/Os Configuration, Tn3270E
z/OS Configuration, TN3270E z/OS Configuration For A TN3270E Printer The following configuration information shows how a line matrix printer can be configured on z/OS and Info Print Server to print TN3270E. Modtabs are provided for both an SCS and DSC printer. The z/OS level is 1.3.
Page 192: Program Materials
Chapter 9 Program Materials Program Materials A program is identified by a program number and a feature number. The program number for Coax Printer Support is 5697-F51. Additional information regarding the telnet server and Info Print Server can be found in the following manuals. •...
Page 193: Vtam Definitions For Scs And Dse Tn3270E
NETSPL1 VBUILD TYPE=APPL APPL REPRESENTING IPS APIPP101 APPL MODETAB=MODETAB1,DLOGMOD=SCS,AUTH=(ACQ) LUPRT101 APPL MODETAB=MODETAB1,DLOGMOD=SCS Figure 49. Example Of The APPLID That Represents A Copy Of IPDS VTAM Definitions For SCS and DSE TN3270E The following are VTAM definitions for SCS and DSE TN3270E printers.
Page 194 Chapter 9 Program Materials ********************************************************************** PRINTER WITH SNA CHARACTER SET (LU_1) ********************************************************************** MODEENT LOGMODE=SCS,FMPROF=X'03',TSPROF=X'03',PRIPROT=X'B1', * SECPROT=X'90',COMPROT=X'3080',RUSIZES=X'87C6', PSERVIC=X'01000000E100000000000000', PSNDPAC=X'01',SRCVPAC=X'01' TITLE 'DSC4K' ********************************************************************** DSC PRINTER (LU_3) ********************************************************************** LU3PRT MODEENT LOGMODE=LU3PRT,FMPROF=X'03',TSPROF=X'03', PRIPROT=X'B1',SECPROT=X'20',COMPROT=X'3080', SSNDPAC=X'00',SRCVPAC=X'00',RUSIZES=X'C7C7', PSNDPAC=X'80',PSERVIC=X'03800000000018502B507F00' @DA22961*...
Page 195: Tcpip Configuration With Tn3270E
TCPIP Configuration With TN3270E The following is the portion of the system’s TCPIP configuration involved with TN3270E printers. ; Define the VTAM parameters required for the Telnet server. BeginVTAM PRTGROUP PGRPLU1 RMT2 ENDPRTGROUP PRTGROUP PGRPLU3 RMT3 ENDPRTGROUP IPGROUP TESTPRT 9.99.98.62 ENDIPGROUP IPGROUP TESTPRT3 9.99.98.67...
Page 196: Printer Inventory Manager As Defined With Tn3270E
Chapter 9 Program Materials Printer Inventory Manager As Defined With TN3270E The following screens show areas of the Printer Inventory Manager involved with the definition of the TN3270E printers. 1. At main panel, select option 4 to look at the FSS definition. InfoPrint Server: Printer Inventory Manager Option ===>...
Page 197 Printer Inventory Manager As Defined With TN3270E 2. Select option 5 from this panel to list the FSSs. FSA, FSS, and Pool Management Option ===> 1 Add Add an FSA 2 List List FSAs 3 Select Select FSAs to list 4 Add Add an FSS 5 List...
Page 198 Chapter 9 Program Materials The panel below shows how the FSS (PRINTWAY) is associated with its VTAM Applid APIPP101. Browse IP PrintWay FSS Command ==> FSS name. . . PRINTWAY Description . APPLID for TN3270E Printers APIPP101 Old-style translation Hiperspace blocks . . TCP/IP job name .
Page 199 Printer Inventory Manager As Defined With TN3270E Command ===> Actions: A-Add B-Browse C-Copy D-Delete E-Edit X-Chg type A Printer Name Type Description Location = ================= ==== ============ ============ ======== = ======== ======== PRT717 PSF LINE MATRIX IPDS B5 lab B VTAM_DSE1 IPPW A TN327E Pri IMPACT LAB VTAM_SCS1 IPPW A TN327E Pri IMPACT LAB...
Page 200 Chapter 9 Program Materials Processing => NetSpool options => NetSpool end-of-file => IP PrintWay options => Protocol => / Use DEST, CLASS, and FORMS for IP PrintWay printer selection NetSpool LU name . LU classes . . => * => =>...
Page 201 Printer Inventory Manager As Defined With TN3270E The following panel shows the Allocation section of the setup, where the printer is associated with Class K jobs. Browse Allocation Command ==> Printer definition name . VTAM_DSE1 Spool allocation values: CLASS ..K LINECT.
Page 202 Chapter 9 Program Materials Browse IP PrintWay Options Command ==> Printer definition name . VTAM_DSE1 Retention period: Successful..Failure . . Retry time ..0000:05:00 Retry limit..2 Connection timeout . 30 Response timeout .
Page 203 Printer Inventory Manager As Defined With TN3270E Browse IP PrintWay Options Command ==> Printer definition name . VTAM_DSE1 Document header . . / Translate document header Document trailer . . / Translate document trailer Dataset grouping . . 2 1. None 2. Job 3. Concatenate job Formatting: Line termination.
Page 204 Chapter 9 Program Materials The following shows where the VTAM parameters were set for the printer. For the DSE printer we chose RMT3 and the logmode of LU3PRT. Browse VTAM Protocol Command ==> Printer definition name . VTAM_DSE1 Printer LU name. . . RMT3 VTAM Processing Options: Printer logmode.
Page 205: Configuration Screens
Printer Inventory Manager As Defined With TN3270E The last thing you need to configure is the printer. NOTE: A this time, InfoPrint Server and all related LUs should be active. Using the printer's web pages go to the configuration screen Configuration Screens 1.
Page 206 Chapter 9 Configuration Screens The following displays: Mode: TN5250 Host Port Device Description Message Queue Name Message Queue Library Device Type WSCST Name WSCST Library Auto Connect Start Auto Connect 3. Select TN3270E Mode. The following displays: Configuration for Print Path d2prn Mode: TN3270 Host host.domain.com)
Page 207 Printer Inventory Manager As Defined With TN3270E 5. Select auto connect. 6. Go to the system page and reboot for the changes to take effect. 7. After the printer reboots, enter the command /DTCPIP, T, CONN from the SDSF console. The following messages show that the printer is connected.
Page 208 Chapter 9 Configuration Screens...
Page 209: As/400 Configuration, Tn5250
AS/400 Configuration, TN5250 Setting Up TN5250 Print Queues On AS/400 Start with V3R7 or later and the most recent PTF level. The AS/400 should have tcpip installed, be fully configured, and functional. To set up the TN5250 print queues, do the following: 1.
Page 210: Setting Up A Tn5250 Connection/Device Via A Telnet Session
Chapter 10 Setting Up A TN5250 Connection/Device Via A Telnet Session NOTE: It is not necessary to set up the devd or queue name on the AS/400 manually or in advance. The configuration and reset of the NIC adapter automatically sets up the devd or queue name.
Page 211: User Supplied Values
User Supplied Values Host: For this session, use the IP value from (step 4 above). Device description: This is the name of the virtual device. Auto connect: • If true (enabled) then queue and device automatically attach. • If not true (disabled) the command “tn dest dxprn start/stop” allows individual sessions to start or stop.
Page 212: Getting Started
Chapter 10 Using Telnet Commands for TN5250 store tn dest <dxprn>copytimeout<copytimeoutvalue> See page 219 for store command descriptions. List Commands list tn list stored tn list default tn See page 248 for list command descriptions. TN5250 Auto Connect Command tn dest <dxprn>start|stop See page 255 for a detailed description.
Page 213: Tn5250 Job Formatting
Example: tn dest d1prn start By using the manual method, time is allowed to properly prepare the AS/400 after the printer is powered up but before a connection is established. This method should only be used during an initial installation until the printer and the AS/400 are synchronized.
Page 214 Chapter 10 TN5250 Job Formatting Separator program Library Printer error message Library Host print transform Manufacturer type and model Paper source 1 Paper source 2 Envelope source ASCII code page 899 support Image configuration Character identifier: Graphic character set Code page User-defined options + for more values User-defined object:...
Page 215: Font Identifier (Font) - Help
Text ‘description’ Workstation customizing object Library Figure 51. Example of CHGDEVPRT Command Font Identifier (FONT) - Help Specifies the font identifier used by the 3812, 3816, and 5219 printers (including ASCII printers emulating the 5219 printer), and the IPDS printers. The Printer Font Table (Font Parameter) in the CRTDEVPRT command lists the valid font identifiers, the display values, the characters per inch value implied with each font style, a description of each font style, and whether the font is supported on a particular...
Page 216 Chapter 10 Font Identifier (FONT) - Help...
Page 217: Monitoring Printers
Monitoring Printers Implementing Printer Management Printer management includes the following tasks: • Monitoring the status of network printers • Responding to alarms • Gathering statistics on printer operations The three elements of network printer monitoring and management are: • Agent/manager model •...
Page 218: Mib
Chapter 11 Implementing Printer Management An MIB contains information a device makes available through SNMP. The MIB is a management information base that describes information about actual objects to be managed and controlled. Standards Of Network Printer MIBs The Printer MIB is based on the following standards: •...
Page 219: Snmp
SNMP Getting The Latest MIB Information The latest copy of these and other RFCs can be obtained from the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) at http://www.ielf.org. SNMP SNMP is the protocol used to communicate between manager and agent. Managers request information, usually through automated polling at specified intervals, and agents respond.
Page 220: Printnet Enterprise Suite
Refer to the PrintNet Enterprise Suite User’s Manual or www.Printronix.com for more details on this tool. Setting The SNMP Community Name The default SNMP read-only community name is “public” and cannot be changed.
Page 221: Commands
Commands Command Shell Overview The NIC comes with an in-depth command shell called npsh. It allows you to manipulate objects like destinations, I/O ports, and models and provides monitoring and troubleshooting capabilities. npsh Access Methods There are many ways this command shell can be accessed: •...
Page 222: Main Npsh Command Prefixes
Chapter 12 Command Shell Overview Main npsh Command Prefixes All configurable commands either start with store or set, and view commands start with list. NOTE: If the store prefix is used, the NIC must be repowered to make the changes take effect. Since store affects flash memory settings only, the print server must reset and read the new settings now in flash memory.
Page 223: Complete Command List
Complete Command List This section outlines the entire NIC command set including the command syntax, a description, and in most cases, an example for each command listed. NOTE: If you see the word ifnum in any npsh commands, you should substitute a 1 or 2 unless told otherwise. The 1 represents the one network interface (e.g., Ethernet) supported.
Page 224 Chapter 12 Complete Command List Define the wireless authentication scheme: store ifc <IFNUM> wlan auth <AUTH-METHOD> (eg. open, shared, leap) <ifnum> is the interface number for the wireless interface. • “Open” system authentication allows all devices that have the authentication algorithm number for open system to authenticate.
Page 225 Set the wireless transfer rate (speed): store ifc <IFNUM> wlan speed auto|<1 2 5 11> <ifnum> is the interface number for the wireless device. <speed-flags> are the speeds being selected. They are entered as a list of integers, separated by 'space' characters. The following values are supported: 1 for 1Mbps, 2 for 2Mbps, 5 for 5.5Mbps, and 11 for 11Mbps.
Page 226 Chapter 12 Complete Command List Set wireless transmit power: store ifc <IFNUM> wlan txpwr <0-100> <ifnum> is the interface number for the wireless device. <0-100> the power level as a percentage of full power . Set wireless options: store ifc <IFNUM> wlan opts [[-]intnl] <ifnum>...
Page 227 store ifc <IFNUM> wlan profile <WIFI-PROFILE> <ifnum> is the interface number for the wireless interface. <WIFI-PROFILE> is a value in the range of 0 to 6, where: 0 = 802.11 b only 1 = mixed 802.11g,b 2 = mixed 802.11b,g without 5.5, 11 Mbps 3 = 802.11g only 4 = test 802.11g only 5 = 802.11b only without 5.5, 11 Mbps...
Page 228 Chapter 12 Complete Command List store ifc <IFNUM> wlan country <COUNTRY-CODE> <ifnum> is the interface number for the wireless interface. <COUNTRY-CODE> can be one of the following 2 or 3 character strings: US or USI (for USA, USA Indoor operation, respectively), GB or GBI (for Great Britain, Great Britain Indoor operation), NL or NLI (for Netherlands, Netherlands Indoor), FR or FRI (for France, France Indoor),...
Page 229 Sets the maximum allowable ticket lifetime in seconds, minutes, hours, or days: store kerberos config tktlife <LIFE_TIME> <s|m|h|d> <life_time> is between 300 seconds and 259200 seconds (3 days). The time units cannot be mixed and there must be at least one space between the <life_time> value and the time units (s, m, h, or d).
Page 230 Chapter 12 Complete Command List Sets the Kerberos password that must match the Windows 2000 user password for the Print Server: store kerberos password <KERBEROS_PASSWORD> <kerberos_password> is either a string without any space and tab, or a double quoted string with a maximum of 40 alpha- numeric characters or symbols.
Page 231 store pserver name Example: store pserver name NIC1234 Command to change the print server name. store pserver opts [[-]jobsecurity] [jobtimeout <SECONDS>] [jobcontrol[off|standard| enhanced]] Example: store pserver opts [-]jobcontrol If jobcontrol is disabled then the need for start of job / end of job flow control with the printer is determined by the printer.
Page 232 Chapter 12 Complete Command List The new line at the bottom of the lpstate response labeled “printer job:” can report one of two status values: a. In Progress. A job in the printer is not yet finished. b. Done. There are no jobs in the printer. All previous jobs are finished.
Page 233 store pserver smb workgrp <WORKGROUP> Example: store pserver smb workgrp eng Define a different Windows workgroup as defined by <workgroup> for the NIC to be visible within (should be 14 characters or less). By default, the print server only comes up within the group called “WORKGROUP.”...
Page 234 Chapter 12 Complete Command List store ptrmgmt mgmt <MGMT PORT NUMBER> Used in PXML operation. Default: 9007 store tcpip <IFNUM> addr <ADDRESS> Example: store tcpip 1 addr 192.75.11.9 Store the IP address for the NIC. store tcpip <IFNUM> mask <MASK> Example: store tcpip 1 mask 255.255.255.0 Store the subnet mask for the NIC.
Page 235 store tcpip del default [1|2] Example: store tcpip route del default1 192.75.11.1 1 Delete a default router/gateway defined by router IP Address (<router> <ifnum>) so the NIC knows where to direct packets destined for another subnet. store tcpip route add [host|net] <NETWORK> [/mask>] <ROUTER>...
Page 236 Chapter 12 Complete Command List store tcpip tcp opts [-]keepalive [-]zeroIPArp [-]keepalivedata Example: store tcpip tcp opts keepalive Control whether the NIC maintains a connection with a host when data cannot be accepted into its buffer. Normally the keepalive feature is enabled so when the printer cannot accept data, the print job connection is maintained and continued once the situation clears.
Page 237 store tn dest <DXPRN> host <IPADDRESS> Example: store tn dest d1prn host 192.75.11.1 Store the IP address of the TN5250/3270 host Default: Unconfigured (empty) IP address store tn dest <DXPRN> port <PORTNUM> Example: store tn dest d1prn port 27 Store the UDP port number of the TN server. Default: 23 store tn dest <DXPRN>...
Page 238 Chapter 12 Complete Command List store tn dest <DXPRN> WSCSTname <WSCSTname> Example: store tn dest d1prn WSCSTname *NONE Store the queue name to which system messages will be logged. Default: *NONE store tn dest <DXPRN> WSCSTlib <WSCSTlib> Example: store tn dest d1prn WSCSTlib *LIBL Store the queue library to which system messages will be logged.
Page 239: Set Commands
store tn from default|current Example: store tn from default Store all tn default settings or current settings to flash memory so that they are retained after power up. Set Commands These settings alter the current or working settings in memory only. Therefore, they will be lost if the NIC is power cycled.
Page 240 Chapter 12 Complete Command List set dest <DEST> service [[-]socket][[-]lpd] [[-]lpsched] [[-]rprinter] [[-]pserver] [[-]netbios] [[-]ftpd] [[-]tn] Example: set dest d1prn service -netbios Set the destination (<dest>) to handle only certain print services. To add a service, specify the service name. To disable a service, use “...
Page 241 set logpath <LOGPATH> name <NEW_NAME> Example: set logpath l1 name pagecount Change the current name of the logpath (<logpath>) to a new name as indicated by <new_name>. These names are case sensitive. set logpath <LOGPATH> type [[-]job] [[-]user] [[-]cksum] [[-]printer] [[-]ioport] Example: set logpath l2 type job user printer pgcnt Establish the type of printer and print job logging to be done within this <logpath>.
Page 242 Chapter 12 Complete Command List set logpath from stored Set all current logpath settings to the values stored in flash memory. set lpd Example: set lpd [-]bytecount Set the job control on the file size of a Line Printer Daemon (LPD).
Page 243 Automatic descrambling of print jobs passing through which have been scrambled using Printronix proprietary Unix scramble utility, npscramble. xtab Tab expansion from 1 to 16 spaces. set model <MODEL> header [<STRING>]...
Page 244 Chapter 12 Complete Command List set model <MODEL> config [config_num] Set a printer configuration number config_num to be loaded prior to printing a job on the specified model. If the command is sent with config_num set to 0, the factory configuration is loaded before the job prints.
Page 245 set prn [-]opost Example: set prn -opost Allow or disallow output processing on the parallel port such as carriage return insertion (e.g., onlcr). set prn [-]onlcr Example: set prn -onlcr Enable or disable carriage return insertion on the parallel port. This may be needed for Unix text jobs coming through with solitary linefeeds.
Page 246 Chapter 12 Complete Command List set snmp manager <INDEX> <IPADDRESS> <TRAP-COMMUNITY> The NIC continuously generates traps. To set the NIC to send traps to a particular SNMP manager, use this command to add an SNMP manager to the trap table. <index>...
Page 247 set snmp emailformat <INDEX> [-]short Enable or disable the short e-mail message format for an SNMP alert table entry. When enabled, the short e-mail format can be used when messages will be viewed on devices having a limited display size (a cellular phone or pager, for example). <index>...
Page 248 Chapter 12 Complete Command List “-all” disables and “all” enables reporting of alerts in all alert groups. Individual alert groups can be selectively enabled or disabled via combinations of alert group switches. For example, to enable warning alerts and disable cutter alerts for SNMP table entry 1, enter the following: set snmp alerts 1 warning -cutter set snmp syslog <INDEX>...
Page 249 Default: Unconfigured, 25 set sysinfo email <EMAIL> Example: set sysinfo email JohnDoe@Printronix.com Define the user email address to receive printer and job logging information from a particular logpath on the NIC. Email name is the host or IP name of the user.
Page 250 Telnet and ping clients. set sysinfo domain <NAME> Example: set sysinfo domain printronix.com Sets the domain name for the NIC, which when combined with the print server name, forms the fully qualified domain name of the NIC.
Page 251 set user from default Set all user settings back to factory defaults. set user from stored Set all current user settings to the values stored in flash memory. set user passwd snmp <COM_NAME> Set the new SNMP R/W community name as the <com_name> value.
Page 252: List Commands
Chapter 12 Complete Command List List Commands These commands list the current or working settings for a particular section within the command shell. To view stored settings in flash memory, insert stored after list. For example, list prn shows the current printer settings but list stored prn shows the settings in flash memory.
Page 253 = < speed-flags > speed = < len-type > preamble = < sleep-time > defkey = < key-num > auth = <auth-method> user = <auth-user-name> pass = <auth-password> txpwr = < power > opts = < option-list > = < profile > profile = <wpa-mode>...
Page 254 Chapter 12 Complete Command List < len-type > indicates the selected preamble length ("long", "short"or "default"). < sleep-time > indicates the power-save sleep-time in milliseconds. If power-save is disabled (time is set to zero), "normal (power-save off)" displayd. < key-num > is the number identifying one of the four encryption keys, starting from one.
Page 255 list key List the license details and license key number. list logins List any active user logins on the NIC. list logpath [logpath] List the current logpath settings (e.g., names and mapped destinations). list model [model] List the current model settings (e.g., names and mapped destinations).
Page 256 Chapter 12 Complete Command List list sysinfo List the current NIC system information (e.g., contact name and protocol stacks enabled). list tcpip List all current TCP/IP network settings (e.g., IP address and subnet mask). list test List the status of output tests on the I/O ports. list tn List all current tn protocol settings.
Page 257: Miscellaneous Commands
Miscellaneous Commands These commands do not fall under any specific section of the command shell, but they are used quite frequently. save [default] Save the current settings to flash memory so they are available after power cycles. Sysinfo, destination, model, logpath, variable, user, and I/O port settings will be saved.
Page 258 Chapter 12 Complete Command List start fox|tts|loopb prn Example: start fox prn Begin a debugging test on one of the I/O ports on the NIC. The tests available are: loopb stop all|prn Stop an output test on an I/O port. disable ioport|destination|tftp Example: disable prn Disable an I/O port so that queued jobs are not printed, or...
Page 259 close tcp TCPindexnumber Example: close tcp 3 Close the a TCP/IP connection between a TCP/IP host and the NIC. The TCPindexnumber can be retrieved from “debug tcp” output. ping [-s] hostIPaddress [datasize [packetnumber]] Example: ping 192.75.11.30 ping another TCP/IP host specified by hostIPaddress on the NIC network.
Page 260 Chapter 12 Complete Command List keycode Determine the hexadecimal value for a key to be used as the escape character with the NIC built-in telnet command. ? (Help) Lists all available commands.
Page 261: Extra Features
Extra Features NIC Security There are TCP access lists available to restrict host connections with the device. Users And Passwords The NIC supports two user types: root guest Passwords can be set for each user type. However, most often you will just set a password for the root user to protect the NIC configuration.
Page 262 Chapter 13 NIC Security 2. Direct your Web browser to URL: http://NICIPaddress/adminConf.html (e.g., http://192.75.11.9/adminConf.html). NOTE: If prompted for a “User ID” and password first, type in root for the user ID and press ENTER at the password prompt (since there is no password by default). 3.
Page 263: Reset The Nic Password
Reset The NIC Password Occassionally a user will set a root user password on the NIC adapter and then forget it. This is the procedure to reset the root password back to the default (no password). 1. Turn the printer on. 2.
Page 264 Chapter 13 NIC Security 3. List the current access list. Syntax: list tcpip If the list is empty, all hosts have access to the NIC services. If there are entries in the list, only those hosts specified have access to printing and remote command execution. To add and delete access list entries, the commands are: Syntax: store tcpip tcp access add|del hostIPaddress|...
Page 265: Printer Monitoring And Logging
Printer Monitoring And Logging The NIC allows you to monitor printer status and log information through its built-in HTML forms, command set, and logpaths. Printer And Print Job Monitoring To view the current status of an I/O port on the NIC, two methods are available: •...
Page 266: Printer Logging Through Logpaths
Chapter 13 Printer Monitoring And Logging Printer Logging Through Logpaths In the NIC product manual, destinations are described as logical queues with associated models and logpaths. Models determine if any extra processing is needed with the print jobs passing through, and logpaths determine whether any logging is needed for each job.
Page 267: Downloading Software Through The Network Interface Card (Nic)
Downloading Software Through The Network Interface Card (NIC) 3. At the “Print Path Configuration” HTML form that displays, select a destination link (e.g., d1prn) from the top of the page to bring up the appropriate destination form. 4. Once the desired destination HTML form displays, scroll down to the “Logpath Type”...
Page 268 Chapter 13 Downloading Software Through The Network Interface Card (NIC) Without releasing the keys, power the printer on, and continue holding the keys down until you see “TESTING HARDWARE PLEASE WAIT” on the LCD. You may then release the keys. 4.
Page 269 Downloading Software Through The Network Interface Card (NIC) 13. Log in to the printer by typing: root<Enter> You are given a password prompt. NOTE: The default is no password. If the FTP program requires a password, contact your system administrator. 14.
Page 270: Nic Naming Schemes
Chapter 13 NIC Naming Schemes NIC Naming Schemes A single I/O Port destination can be configured with a variety of model and logpath combinations. For instance, once you set the parameters for m1 and l1, you can assign the model and logpath to more than one I/O port destination such as d1prn, d2prn, and d8prn.
Page 271 Periodic Ping Printer Logging Through Logpaths This periodic ping is different from the normal ping process. The purpose of this ping is not an attempt at dead gateway detection. There is no ping client created in the print server and the ICMP Echo Reply packets received from the gateway are deleted without being processed by the ping client.
Page 272 Chapter 13 Periodic Ping...
Page 273: A Troubleshooting Tips
Troubleshooting Tips Windows Troubleshooting Tips This section provides information on possible solutions to some standard Windows and NIC configuration errors. Technical Support If you require technical support, please have the following information available when you call: 1. What level of software are you running? 2.
Page 274: Nic Cannot Be Found On The Network
Appendix A Windows Troubleshooting Tips NIC Cannot Be Found On The Network Please follow these tips to determine what the problem may be with your NIC configuration. • Have you assigned the NIC a unique and valid IP address which corresponds with the other IP addresses on your network? For example, are you sure no other device is using this IP address? •...
Page 275: Errors Occur When Defining An Lpr Printer
Errors Occur When Defining An LPR Printer Errors Occur When Defining An LPR Printer • Can you ping the NIC from your Windows NT station? If not, please refer to “NIC Cannot Be Found On The Network” on page 270. •...
Page 276: Printer Errors When Printing Or No Output
Appendix A Windows Troubleshooting Tips Printer Errors When Printing Or No Output • Is there a large job currently printing which is taking up all of the printer resources? Usually when printing from Windows 95/98 stations, a busy printer can cause Windows to display a printer error message.
Page 277: Web Browser/Http Problem
IP addresses will need to be entered again after the procedure is complete. To reset all Integrated NIC TCP/IP values to the factory defaults when access is impossible, contact your Printronix service representative for assistance. If you are still experiencing difficulty accessing or browsing the printer, contact the Customer Solutions Center for further assistance.
Page 278: Windows Nt 4.0 Or 2000 Host Setup Problems
Appendix A Windows Troubleshooting Tips Windows NT 4.0 Or 2000 Host Setup Problems The installation procedure covered earlier in this chapter assumes that the NIC adapter is configured with the correct IP address, subnet mask and gateway (if required), and that the administrator can ping and telnet to the NIC adapter from the server console.
Page 279 To verify the queue names, print an E-Net Test Page. Refer to your User's Manual for information. 3. The Printronix NT print driver requires P-Series emulation active on the printer. The Generic/Text driver should print in any printer emulation.
Page 280: Unix Troubleshooting Tips
Appendix A Unix Troubleshooting Tips Unix Troubleshooting Tips This section provides information on possible solutions to some standard configuration errors. If you require technical support, please have as much of the following information available when you call: 1. What level of software are you running? 2.
Page 281: Nothing Prints
Nothing Prints • Can you ping the NIC from your Unix station? If not, please refer to “NIC Cannot Be Found On The Network” shown above. • Is the NIC able to communicate with the attached printer? To test this, you can: 1.Telnet to the print server (e.g., telnet 192.75.11.9) and log in as root.
Page 282: Stair-Stepped Output
Appendix A Unix Troubleshooting Tips Stair-Stepped Output Stair-stepped output is print which starts at the top left of the page but every line thereafter starts a little further over to the right. It also refers to Unix jobs that print one line of text at the top of a page followed by a series of blank pages.
Page 283: No Form Feed Or Extra Page Comes Out
No Form Feed Or Extra Page Comes Out No Form Feed Or Extra Page Comes Out Unix text jobs may also have problems outputting the last page of a job especially when the BSD Remote (LPD) print method is used. This means the form feed button has to be pressed on the printer to get this last page out.
Page 284: Front Panel Message - Dynamically Set Params Read Only
To reset all Integrated NIC TCP/IP values to the factory defaults when access is impossible, contact your Printronix service representative for assistance. If the Web browser access does not work, telnet into the NIC as root.
Page 285: Tcp/Ip Access Problem
Front Panel Message – Dynamically Set Params Read Only TCP/IP Access Problem If you can ping the printer from a workstation, but you cannot Web browse, Telnet, or print to the printer through the NIC, there may be an incorrect entry in the TCP access list. So that the workstation can use the NIC in this case, one of two things must happen: •...
Page 286: Web Browser/Http Problem
Appendix A Web Browser/HTTP Problem Web Browser/HTTP Problem In some cases you may not be able to browse the printer Web page simply because the NIC HTTP may be turned off. If you cannot ping the NIC IP address, make sure the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway are set correctly by checking the ETHERNET PARAMS menu from the control panel.
Page 287: B Kerberos
Kerberos Kerberos Enabled Wireless NIC Configuration This section provides an example of how a user configures the Print Server to use the Kerberos authentication via the wired Telnet session. This example assumes Symbol’s Access Point and RF card is used and the Print Server has not been configured for Kerberos authentication.
Page 288: Configuring The Print Server For Kerberos Authentication
Appendix B Kerberos Enabled Wireless NIC Configuration Configuring the Print Server for Kerberos Authentication 1. Create a user in the Windows 2000 server that identifies the Print Server. NOTE: The user name should be the Print Server’s name. The password selected will be used as the Kerberos password and should be set with no expiration.
Page 289 Access Point’s SSID which also has Kerberos enabled. For example, if a Windows 2000 user created the password aBcd-12345 and the Access Point’s realm is set to REALM.PRINTRONIX.COM, the following telnet commands are used: store kerberos password aBcd-12345 store kerberos config krealm REALM.PRINTRONIX.COM NOTE: If the Kerberos authentication fails, the user will not be able to Telnet to the Print Server via the wireless LAN interface.
Page 290 Appendix B Kerberos Enabled Wireless NIC Configuration...
Page 291: C Customer Support
Customer Support Printronix Customer Support Center IMPORTANT Please have the following information available prior to calling the Printronix Customer Support Center: • Model number • Serial number (located on the back of the printer) • Installed options (i.e., interface and host type if applicable to the problem) •...
Page 292: Printronix Supplies Department
Appendix C Printronix Supplies Department Printronix Supplies Department Contact the Printronix Supplies Department for genuine Printronix supplies. Americas Europe, Middle East, and Africa Asia Pacific http://www.printronix.com/supplies-parts.aspx Corporate Offices Printronix, Inc. 14600 Myford Road P.O. Box 19559 Irvine, CA 92623-9559 Phone: (714) 368-2300 Fax: (714) 368-2600 Printronix, Inc.
Page 293: D Glossary
Glossary Centronics daemon default router destination DHCP Download Mode Address Resolution Protocol. Associates a selected IP address with a network device Ethernet address. Bits per second. Parallel port interface standard found on most printers. A continuously running process that handles system-wide functions like print spooling.
Page 294 EEPROM factory defaults Factory Settings Firmware Panic Flash gateway gateway address Hardware Exception HTML ifnum interface script I/O port Electrically Erasable/Programmable Read- Only Memory. Settings shipped with the NIC. S2 jumper position stating all factory default settings are to be used while the NIC is up and running.
Page 295 IP Address The Internet Protocol Address. A numeric address such as 123.45.61.23 which identifies a printer or server in a LAN or WAN. Local Area Network. Light Emitting Diode. The printer has an LED display which shows the status of the printer to the operator.
Page 296 Persistent DHCP ping print path protocol PSERVER RARP When this option is enabled, the IP Address, Gateway, and Subnet Mask obtained through DHSP is saved. If the DHCP server does not provide an address, the device will use the previously saved DHCP IP address.
Page 297 Read-Only Memory. router A device that forwards IP packets to their destination. Also called a gateway. RPRINTER Remote Printer. A Novell print method where the NIC waits for jobs to be sent to it from a defined PSERVER. SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol. A standard protocol used to monitor network devices called “SNMP agents.”...
Page 299 Symbols ? command, 218 Numerics 10/100Base-T speed setting, 18 2003 Server, Host setup, 98 Access lists, TCP, 259 Access methods, npsh, 217 ADDTCPIFC, configuring with, 145 ADDTCPRTE, router definition, 147 Administration, configuration, 76 AFP file printing, 157 AFP with CRTPSFCFG on V3R2, configuring, 165 Agent model, printer monitoring, 213 AIX 4, NIC configuration, 120...
Page 300 Index spooled files disappear without printing, 186 spooled print file remains in PND status, 186 ASCII configuring AS/400, 145 setting up for printing, 148 Authentication Method, Wireless, 52 Auto Connect, TN5250/3270, 67 Automatic remote output queue, AS/400, 152 Back Channel, Print Path, 55 Banner Page, 60 Banner Page, Print Path, 57 BOOTP, Unix, 113...
Page 301 wireless NIC, 26 Wireless Parameter, 28 Configuration checklist, MVS, 126 Configuration menu, NIC, 42 Configuration Screens, TN3270E, 201 Configuration tools, 21 Connecting to the network, 21 Control panel message, Dynamically Set Params Read Only, 280 Control panel, configuration, 24 Credentials Information, 82 CRTLINETH, line descriptions, 143 Customer Support Center, 287 Default Key, Wireless, 52...
Page 302 Index HP-UX, 116 HTML NIC structure, 37 HTML forms, 36 HTTP, troubleshooting, 273 I/O Port, status, 82 Information, credentials, 82 Installation HP-UX, 116 Solaris 2.6, 117 Installation Solaris 7, 117 Installation, NIC, 21 Interface, TCP/IP Network, 44 International Mode, Wireless, 50 IP Address Configuration, 26 IPDS configuration checklist, AS/400, 158...
Page 303 Miscellaneous commands, 253 Mode, TN5250/3270, 65 Mode, Wireless, 49 Model Type, Print Model, 59 Model Type, Print Path, 56 Models, 15 setting a formfeed, 279 setting onlcr, 278 Monitoring print job, 261 printer, 261 configuration checklist, 126 define printer to JES, 132 JES spool printer sharing, 138 port switching printer sharing, 140 printer connection, 131...
Page 304 Index Onlcr, 278 Parameters Kerberos, 32 LEAP, 31 WPA, 31 Passwords, 79 NIC, 257 reset, 259 Wireless, 52 Periodic Ping, 266 PNE, 216 Port, TN5250/3270, 65 Power Mgmt Mode, Wireless, 50 Preamble Antenna, 50 Prefixes, command, 218 Print job monitoring, 261 Print Model, 60 Banner Page, 60 configuration, 59...
Page 305 Printing AIX, 122 ASCII, 148 configuration, AS/400, 148 direct socket, 124 FTP, 123 troubleshooting, 277 verification, AS/400, 155 PrintNet Enterprise Suite, 216 Problem AS/400 ASCII HTTP, 282 AS/400 ASCII Web browser, 282 Profile, Wireless, 51 Program materials, TN3270E, 188 PSF for IPDS on V4R2 and above, configuring, 173 PSF/400 for IPDS on V3R2, configuring, 162...
Page 306 Index Stair-stepped output, troubleshooting, 278 Start/Stop Auto Connect, TN5250/3270, 67 Status I/O Port, 82 menu, 82 Network, 83 Status screen, printer, 38 Store commands, 219 TN5250, 207 Supplies Department, 288 Syslog alert posting, 69 System configuration, 80 information, 76 TCP access lists, 259 TCP/IP access, troubleshooting, 272 configuring AS/400 for ASCII, 145...
Page 307 Tools, printer monitoring, 215 Trailer String Print Model, 61 Print Path, 58 Transmit Power, Wireless, 50 Troubleshooting AS/400, 185 AS/400 ASCII, 156 cannot browse NIC on Network, 271 defining LPR printer, 271 HTML configuration forms, 270 HTTP, 273 NIC cannot be found, 270 NIC cannot be found on Network, 276 no extra page, 279 no form feed, 279...
Page 308 Index Windows 2000 Host setup, 98 Host setup troubleshooting, 274 Windows Network (NetBIOS TCP/IP), 53 Workgroup Name, 53 Windows NT 4.0 Host setup troubleshooting, 274 Windows Vista, Host setup, 92 Windows XP, Host setup, 98 Wireless, 47 Antenna, 50 Authentication Method, 52 Default Key, 52 International Mode, 50 Key, 51...
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Printronix Integrated Network Interface Card User Manual

1 Introduction

2 Installation and Configuration

3 NIC Web Server

4 Windows Configuration

5 Unix Configuration

6 Z/Os Configuration, IPDS Printer

7 AS/400 Configuration, ASCII Printer

8 AS/400 Configuration, IPDS Printer

9 Z/Os Configuration, TN3270E

10 AS/400 Configuration, TN5250

11 Monitoring Printers

12 Commands

13 Extra Features

A Troubleshooting Tips

B Kerberos

C Customer Support

D Glossary

Quick Links

Troubleshooting

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