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D-Link DP-311P Quick Installation Manual

Wireless print server
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Before You Begin

You will need an 802.11b wirelessly enabled laptop or desktop computer and a
parallel-port printer that will connect to the DP-311P.
Important: TURN OFF the power to the printer before installing
the DP-311P.
Check Your Package Contents
These are the items included with your DP-311P purchase:
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
©2003 D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective holders. Software and specifications
DP-311P Wireless Print Server
CD-ROM (containing Manual and Warranty)
5V DC 2.0A Power Adapter
subject to change without notice. DP-311P .07032003
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DP-311P
D-Link Wireless Print
Server
Using a power
supply with a
different voltage
rating will damage
this product and void
its warranty.

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Summary of Contents for D-Link DP-311P

  • Page 1: Before You Begin

    These are the items included with your DP-311P purchase: If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. ©2003 D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective holders. Software and specifications DP-311P Wireless Print Server CD-ROM (containing Manual and Warranty) 5V DC 2.0A Power Adapter...
  • Page 2: Product Overview

    Product Overview WLAN LED – This LED blinks during wireless data transmission. Operation Mode Switch This switch is used to put the DP-311P into configuration mode or normal mode. Antenna: - Used to wirelessly connect to 802.11b compatible devices. Receptor for Power Adapter.
  • Page 3 Connect the DP-311P to the parallel port of the printer. Plug one end of the power adapter into the DP-311P (in the DC Power Input port, shown in the illustration above) and the other end into your electrical outlet. The DP-311P LED’s will light up to indicate that the power is connected properly.
  • Page 4 Preparing your DP-311P for network printing in Windows XP (cont.) Use an 802.11b wireless client card to connect to the DP-311P wirelessly using the following settings: SSID: WLAN-PS Wireless Mode: Ad-Hoc Channel: WEP: Disable For example, with D-Link’s DWL-650+ AirPlus utility, you should see an Available Ad-Hoc...
  • Page 5 Preparing your DP-311P for network printing in Windows XP (cont.) In order to configure the DP-311P, your computer must be in the same IP range as the Wireless Print Server. The following steps will walk you through setting a static IP Address in the same range as the DP-311P.
  • Page 6 Preparing your DP-311P for network printing in Windows XP (cont.) The factory default IP address of the DP-311P is 192.168.0.10. In order to print to the your printer through the DP-311P, the DP-311P must have the same IP network settings as your network. By factory default, the DP-311P is configured to connect to “ANY”...
  • Page 7 DP-311P is 192.168.0.10 Apply Changes - Move the switch on the back of the DP-311P to “Normal” mode. - Remove and re-insert the print servers power plug. - Associate your wireless laptop or desktop computer with the same wireless AP or router as your print server.
  • Page 8 Setting up your DP-311P for network printing in Windows XP For additional Windows operating system setup or information on the web-management interface, refer to the manual located on the CD-ROM. For Windows XP: Go to Start > Printers and Faxes > Add a Printer Double-click on the “Add...
  • Page 9 Setting up your DP-311P for network printing in Windows XP Select “Local Printer.” Click Next Select “Create a new port.” At the pull-down menu, highlight “Standard TCP/IP Port.” Click Next Click Next (continued)
  • Page 10 Setting up your DP-311P for network printing in Windows XP Type in the IP address of the print server. (i.e. 192.168.0.10) The port name will automatically be filled in. Click Next Select “Custom.” Then click “Settings.” Click Settings Select “LPR”...
  • Page 11 Setting up your DP-311P for network printing in Windows XP Click Next Click Finish In this window, scroll down to find your printer. (If it is not listed, insert the driver CD or diskette that came with your printer.) Click on “Have Disk.”...
  • Page 12 Your Setup is Complete! At this screen, you can input a name for this printer. Click Next Select “Yes” to print a test page Click Next The printer is now ready for printing with Windows XP, on your network. Click Finish Note: MacOS printing is supported for Postscript printers only.
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  • Page 16: Technical Support

    Technical Support You can find the most recent software and user documentation on the D-Link website. D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States and within Canada for the duration of the warranty period on this product.