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Lantronix xPrintServer Network Edition User Manual

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Part Number 900-603
Revision B January 2013

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  • Page 1 Network Edition User Guide Part Number 900-603 Revision B January 2013...

  • Page 2: Copyright & Trademark

    Copyright & Trademark © 2013 Lantronix. All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this book may be transmitted or reproduced in any form or by any means without the written permission of Lantronix. Printed in the United States of America.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Status LED ________________________________________________________ 10 Installation Steps _______________________________________________________ 11 Topology Support ______________________________________________________ 11 3: Navigation and Printing Finding the xPrintServer IP Address ________________________________________ 12 System Status on the Home Page _________________________________________ 13 Logging In ____________________________________________________________ 14 Logging Off ___________________________________________________________ 14 Navigation ____________________________________________________________ 15...
  • Page 4 Sharing a Printer ____________________________________________________ 27 Hiding a Printer _____________________________________________________ 27 Updating Printer IP Addresses ____________________________________________ 27 Viewing and Cancelling Print Jobs on the xPrintServer User Interface _____________ 28 Renaming xPrintServer Device ____________________________________________ 29 Resetting the xPrintServer to Factory Defaults ________________________________ 30...

  • Page 5: List Of Figures

    Figure 3-2 System Status Information on the Home Page _________________________________ 13 Figure 3-3 Login Prompt ___________________________________________________________ 14 Figure 3-4 Navigating the xPrintServer User Interface ____________________________________ 15 Figure 3-5 Tabs Available for the Admin User and Non-Admin Users ________________________ 16 Figure 3-6 Sample View of Native Print Menu __________________________________________ 17...

  • Page 6: 1: Introduction

    The xPrintServer is a patent-pending AirPrint print server which provides wireless printing capabilities for iPad, iPhone and other devices with iOS-enabled AirPrint applications for unlimited network printers. Simply plug an xPrintServer to a wired network with Wi-Fi local subnet access and all network-connected printers are auto-discovered and made available to any iOS AirPrint-enabled application on your iOS device.

  • Page 7: Supported Ios Devices

    This list is periodically updated with new printers. Supported DHCP Configuration xPrintServer supports both DHCP and Static IP Address Assignments. Supported Browsers Lantronix supports the latest version of Internet Explorer, Mozilla Suite, Mozilla Firefox, Safari and Chrome. xPrintServer User Guide...

  • Page 8: Product Information And Ip Address

    0080A38E0063 IP Address Every device connected to an IP network must have a unique IP address. The xPrintServer gets a unique IP address from the DHCP server on your network (default method) or can be manually configured with a static IP address.

  • Page 9: 2: Installation

    Your iOS device (e.g., iPad, iPhone) with connection to the network via Wi-Fi Hardware Components There is one power input, one Ethernet port and two types of LED indicators on the xPrintServer. The LEDs provide information about device activity and status.

  • Page 10: Ethernet Leds

    The Ethernet port can connect to an Ethernet (10Mbps) or Fast Ethernet (100Mbps) network. Status LED The Status LED on the xPrintServer device is incorporated into the “X” letter of the Lantronix logo on the top of the device. The behavior of this LED indicates the type of activity occurring in the xPrintServer device.

  • Page 11: Installation Steps

    Access Point (A/P) be also hardwired and connected to the network. The iOS devices associates with the A/P and communicates to the xPrintServer when a print job is ready to be processed. The xPrintServer communicates with network attached printer(s); the printers may either be wired or wirelessly connected to the network.

  • Page 12: 3: Navigation And Printing

    IP address and associated serial number with the Lantronix Web Services website (http://www.lantronix.com/findmyxprintserver) which in turn provides the unique IP address of the xPrintServer device. Users may then use the xPrintServer IP address to log into the user interface for printing management.

  • Page 13: System Status On The Home Page

    You will be redirected to your xPrintServer device URL where you will see the System Status on the Home Page. 7. Take note of the IP address of your xPrintServer device for all future logins. Note: Your xPrintServer IP address is assigned by DHCP by default, however, you can manually configure a static IP address.

  • Page 14: Logging In

    Page. Logging Off 1. Click the Log-Off tab located at the top far right of any xPrintServer user interface page. You will be prompted to close out of your browser window. 2. Close out of your browser to complete logging off.

  • Page 15: Navigation

    3: Navigation and Printing Navigation Basic navigation features for the xPrintServer user interface are outlined in this section. Figure 3-4 Navigating the xPrintServer User Interface Tabs allow you to move between xPrintServer pages and to Log-Off Double-click to sort table information by...

  • Page 16: Figure 3-5 Tabs Available For The Admin User And Non-Admin Users

    Jobs, Printers, Users, Logs and Log-Off tabs located across the top of the user interface. Only the Admin user has full access to the functionality of all tabs within the xPrintServer user interface. Non-Admin users only have access to the Home, Jobs and Log-Off tabs. Access these pages by clicking the same-named tab along the top of the screen.

  • Page 17: Printing

    This section explains how to print from your iOS device (e.g., iPad, iPod). Be sure to have completed the following before attempting to print:  Installation of the xPrintServer device to an internet-connected network system with a Mac or  Physical installation and configuration of at least one printer to the network system discovered and provisioned through the xPrintServer user interface.

  • Page 18: 4: Configuration

    This chapter describes how to configure your xPrintServer using the xPrintServer user interface. Admin user: the default and permanent master user login for the xPrintServer. The Admin user has complete access to the xPrintServer user interface functionality including user, printer and job...

  • Page 19: Creating A New User

    You will be asked to login again if you attempt to navigate to a different user interface page. To change a non-Admin user password as the Admin: 1. Login to the xPrintServer user interface as Admin (see Logging In). 2. Click the Users tab to access the Users page. All users are listed here.

  • Page 20: Deleting A User

    Discovering New Printers Note: Discovery in the xPrintServer from a PC requires Bonjour®, which may be installed via iTunes® or Safari or Bonjour Print Helper ® at www.apple.com. All printers are typically added and configured to the xPrintServer via Discovery where the xPrintServer discovers and provisions all network-connected printers as AirPrint printers.

  • Page 21: Configuring Printers Through Discovery

    Configuring Printers through Discovery The Admin user may utilize the instructions to discover and provision network-connected printers installed since the xPrintServer last started up or printers on other networks if their IP addresses have been added (see Adding a Printer IP Address).

  • Page 22: Figure 4-3 Sample Printer Auto Discovery Report

    Figure 4-4 Expanding Detected Printers Information Note: If you expand the Printer Auto Discovery Report, you may need to use the left-right and up-down scroll bar to see the entire contents of your report. xPrintServer User Guide...

  • Page 23: Setting Real Time Clock

    Assigning a Static IP Address to the xPrintServer Your xPrintServer IP address is DHCP by default, but can be configured with a static IP address. The Admin user may utilize these instructions to establish a static IP address.

  • Page 24: Admin Printer Configuration Options

    6. Click Save. 7. Click OK in the confirmation popup that appears. The unit will automatically restart. 8. Close out of your xPrintServer browser and open a new browser. 9. Enter the newly assigned static IP address. 10. Login to the xPrintServer user interface (see Logging In).

  • Page 25: Deleting A Printer

    4: Configuration 1. Login to the xPrintServer user interface (see Logging In) as Admin. 2. Click the Printers tab to access the Printers > List page (see Figure 3-4). 3. Utilize Navigation as necessary in situations where there are multiple pages of printers.

  • Page 26: Changing Printer Location

    8. Click Save. After a few seconds, the printer name will be changed. Showing Shared Printer Information The Admin user may use this selection to make an xPrintServer-provisioned printer visible and available to iPad, iPhone and other iOS devices. Up to 10 network-attached printers can be seen and shared at a time.

  • Page 27: Sharing A Printer

    8. Click OK in the second confirmation popup. Hiding a Printer The Admin user may use this selection to hide an xPrintServer-provisioned printer so that the it is no longer visible or available on iPad, iPhone and other iOS devices.

  • Page 28: Viewing And Cancelling Print Jobs On The Xprintserver User Interface

    5. Click Save to save added or modified IP address(es). 6. Click OK in the confirmation popup. Viewing and Cancelling Print Jobs on the xPrintServer User Interface The Admin user can view and/or cancel all print jobs but non-Admin users may only view and/or cancel their own print jobs.

  • Page 29: Renaming Xprintserver Device

    Figure 4-5). 3. Click the Name link on the left side of the page to access the Change xPrintServer Name page. The Current Name of your device will display (xPrintServer). 4. Type in the New Name (an alpha and/or numeric combination that may include the - and _ characters).

  • Page 30: Resetting The Xprintserver To Factory Defaults

    Use these directions to reset the xPrintServer to factory default settings utilizing the Reset button on the bottom of the xPrintServer device. This button is accessible through a hole in the case. To reset the unit to factory defaults, perform the following steps: 1.

  • Page 31: Restarting The Xprintserver

    4. Click the Restart Unit button. 5. Click Yes in the confirmation popup that appears (or No to cancel this action). 6. Wait 35 seconds while the unit restarts. The xPrintServer device will restart, bringing you back to System Status on the Home Page.

  • Page 32: Printer Drivers

    The Printer Driver Download page allows you to download a printer driver: from the internet to allow operation of the xPrintServer where internet access is not possible. This page also provides a method to export printer drivers onto your PC drive for downloading onto other xPrintServers as well as a way to preload drivers onto the xPrintServer unit.

  • Page 33: Exporting Printer Drivers

    4: Configuration Exporting Printer Drivers The Admin user may utilize these directions to export printer drivers from the xPrintServer. Once exported, you may move the printer driver from your pc to an alternative location. This is useful in situations where you may wish to use the printer driver on other xPrintServer devices.

  • Page 34: 5: Updating Firmware

    Internet access is required for firmware updates. This chapter provides directions for updating firmware, which may be necessary from time to time. Only the Admin user may perform a firmware update through the xPrintServer user interface. 1. Login to the xPrintServer user interface (see Logging In).

  • Page 35: 6: Technical Specifications

    White plastic case. Case SNMP Protocols Supported JetDirect (AppSocket) HTTP (HTML/browser-based) Management AirPrint System Software Zeroconf Microsoft Internet Explorer, Version 8 and 9 Firefox Version 7 Safari Version 5 Chrome Version 16 (1) Status LED LEDs (2) Ethernet LEDs xPrintServer User Guide...

  • Page 36: A: Technical Support

    This chapter provides directions and contact information for getting live technical support for your xPrintServer device. The xPrintServer user interface provides an easy way for you to directly send helpful diagnostic information to Lantronix. Calling Technical Support after they have received this information will help them better and more quickly assist you.

  • Page 37: Contact Information

    Your name, and your company name, address, and phone number  Lantronix model number  Lantronix serial number/MAC address  Firmware version (on the first screen shown when you Telnet to the device and type show)  Description of the problem ...

  • Page 38: B: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Some of the errors encountered setting up or using the xPrintServer are addressed in this appendix. When troubleshooting, always ensure that the physical connections (power cable, network cable) are secure. When troubleshooting the following problems, make sure that xPrintServer is powered up and connected to a good network connection.

  • Page 39: C: Compliance

    167 Technology Drive, Irvine, CA 92618 USA Tel: 800-526-8766 Tel: 949-453-3990 Fax: 949-450-7249 Product Name Model: xPrintServer Conforms to the following standards or other normative documents: Emissions FCC Part 15 Class B, VCCI Class B, EN 55022, CISPR22, ICES-003 Safety Agency...

  • Page 40: Rohs Notice

    C: Compliance RoHS Notice All Lantronix products in the following families are China RoHS-compliant and free of the following hazardous substances and elements: • • • Lead (Pb) Mercury (Hg) Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) • • • Cadmium (Cd) Hexavalent Chromium (Cr (VI))

  • Page 41: D: Warranty

    Warranty For details on the Lantronix warranty replacement policy, go to our web site at http://www.lantronix.com/support/warranty/index.html xPrintServer User Guide...

  • Page 42: Index

    Download Printer Drivers, 32 LPD, 35 LPR, 35 Emissions, 39 Ethernet, 2, 35 Management, 35 Ethernet Cable, 9 Manufacturer’s Name & Address, 39 Ethernet LEDs, 10 Modifying a Printer IP Address, 27 Ethernet Port, 9, 10 Export Printer Drivers, 33 xPrintServer User Guide...
  • Page 43 Renaming, 29 User Deletion, 20 Reset Button, 30 Resetting, 30 Restarting Unit, 31 Warranty, 41 Restoring, 30 Weight, 35 RoHS, 39 RoHS Notice, 40 Router, 11 xPrintServer, 6, 10, 11, 24, 39 Safari, 35 Safety Agency, 39 xPrintServer User Guide...

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