1: Introduction; Network, Home And Office Editions; Key Features; Figure 1-1 Xprintserver - Lantronix xPrintServer User Manual

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 and 8 USB printers (USB hub not included). xPrintServer Office
Edition also enables printing to USB printers from Mac OS X Lion and Windows (XP, 7). Simply
plug the xPrintServer into your network (router or switch with wireless access point), then plug
your USB printer(s) into the xPrintServer. Within seconds the xPrintServer will auto-discover your
printers to enable printing from iPads and iPhones.

Network, Home and Office Editions

The xPrintServer comes in Network, Home and Office editions. This user guide documents the
features and functionality of the xPrintServer Office Edition.

Key Features

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No additional software is needed on the iOS device
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Simple configuration
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Supports up to 8 USB printers via USB hub and an unlimited number of network-attached
printers.
Up to 10 network-attached printers is recommended for optimal performance. Print jobs
Note:
process one at a time regardless of the number of configured printers. The xPrintServer includes
one USB port as a part of the unit; an additional USB hub for connecting additional USB printers
is not included.
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Automatic printer discovery and configuration (for supported printers)
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Security features
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External LED status indicator
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Configuration via browser (HTTP)
xPrintServer User Guide

Figure 1-1 xPrintServer

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