HP JetDirect Print Servers HP JetDirect External Print Servers 300X, 500X, 170X, EX Plus Hardware Installation Guide
Hardware Installation Guide HP JetDirect External Print Servers
©Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company 1999. All rights reserved. For warranty service information, see appendix C at the back of this manual. Reproduction, adaptation or translation without prior written permission is prohibited, except as allowed under the copyright laws. Publication number 5969-3466 Hewlett-Packard has support services available to help you in case of difficulties with your HP JetDirect 300X, 500X, 170X, and EX Plus external print servers.
Contents 1 Product Overview Supported Printers, Plotters, and HP All-in-One Peripherals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Network Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Network Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Components and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Transmission Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 Hardware Requirements . . . . .
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1 Product Overview This hardware guide covers the following Hewlett-Packard print servers: Three-Port Print Servers One-Port Print Servers HP JetDirect 500X J3265A HP JetDirect 170X J3258B HP JetDirect 500X J3264A HP JetDirect EX Plus J2591A HP JetDirect 300X J3263A These print servers send data to printers at speeds of up to 360 kilobytes per second, which is as fast or faster than many internal print servers.
The HP JetDirect 300X provides connectivity to 10Base-T and 100Base-TX networks. The HP JetDirect 170X provides connectivity to 10Base-T networks. The HP JetDirect EX Plus provides connectivity to 10Base-T and 10Base2 networks. The HP JetDirect three-port print servers have three high-speed, bidirectional parallel ports (IEEE 1284) that support multiple network operating systems (NOSs). Each port operates independently which, in effect, gives you three print servers in one (Figure 1.2). Figure 1.
Network Management Peripherals connected to an HP JetDirect external print server appear as intelligent nodes on the network and are accessible through various diagnostic utilities using the SNMP/IPX and SNMP/IP protocols. These print servers also collect network statistics and error messages to aid in network management and troubleshooting. Network Configuration The HP JetDirect 300X, 170X, and 500X print servers provide an embedded web server that can be accessed through a supported web browser.
Eh1ovw.fm Page 4 Wednesday, July 7, 1999 6:59 PM Components and Features HP JetDirect 300X (J3263A): ● Bidirectional parallel port (IEEE 1284). ● Network port (Ethernet or Fast Ethernet): RJ-45 for 10Base-T or 100Base-TX. ● Test button (sends print server configuration page). ● 2 LEDs on front indicate LAN activity/status. ● 2 LEDs on back indicate 10 or 100 Mbps. HP JetDirect EX Plus (J2591A): ● Bidirectional parallel port (IEEE 1284).
Included with every external print server: Contains software for configuring the print server for network printing, online software and hardware manuals, and product literature. (The software on the CD is the most current at the time of release; to see if there is a later version, check http://www.hp.com/cposupport/.
Transmission Media IEEE 802.3 Ethernet 10Base2 Thin coaxial cable with BNC connector. IEEE 802.3 Ethernet 10Base-T Four pairs of unshielded twisted-pair Category 3, 4, or 5 cable with RJ-45 connector.* IEEE 802.3 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet Four pairs of unshielded twisted-pair Category 5 cable with RJ-45 connector for 10 or 100 Mbps operation. IEEE 802.5 Token Ring Shielded twisted-pair cable with 9-pin D-connector (operating at 4 Mbps or 16 Mbps). IEEE 802.
HP JetDirect 300X J3263A (Ethernet 10Base-T or 100Base-TX) HP JetDirect 170X J3258B (Ethernet 10Base-T) HP JetDirect EX Plus J2591A (Ethernet 10Base-T or 10Base2) HP JetDirect 500X J3265A (Ethernet 10Base-T, 100Base-TX, or 10Base2) J3264A (Token Ring): DB9 (shielded twistedpair) or RJ-45 (unshielded twisted-pair) Printer, plotter, or HP All-in-One peripheral Bidirectional parallel port (IEEE 1284) Recommended HP cables and part numbers 2 meter A-to-B parallel cable (C2950A) (or parallel-to-seria
LEDs On the top of the print server are Status and LAN Activity LEDs: If the Status LED is... And the Activity LED is... Then the print server is... Off Off Not receiving power. On Off On; no LAN activity detected. On Blinking On; LAN activity detected. Off On (Solid) Encountering a fault during self-test or operation. Blinking Off Encountering one of the following conditions: ● ● ● On On running a self-test not configured. not able to attach to the network.
The HP JetDirect 300Xand 500X Print Servers have configuration switches that should be used only if the print server fails to link on the network. The factory-default setting of all 3 switches down will suit most installations. These switches only apply to 10Base-T and 100Base-TX networks only. When the first switch is set to Auto, the other two switch settings are ignored; the server auto-negotiates the link speed and duplex setting with the connected switch or hub device.
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2 Hardware Installation To install the HP JetDirect external print servers, you need to complete these steps. ● ● ● Verify that your printer parallel port(s) work properly. Connect the print server to the network and printer(s) and plug in the print server. Generate a configuration page from the print server. After you install the print server, the next step will be to configure it.
4. For the 300X or 500X Ethernet print servers (J3263A or J3265A), verify that the auto-negotiation switches are in their default positions—all down. (For other options, see page 1-9.) Figure 2.2 Hardware connections using a U.S. power module for the HP JetDirect J3265A Print Server Note In the following steps, the circled numbers correspond to those in Figure 2.2. The HP JetDirect 300X, 170X, and EX Plus have one printer port ➌. The HP JetDirect 500X Token Ring and 300X have no BNC port ➊.
8. Plug the power module into the wall outlet ➐. Since there is no power switch, the print server is switched on after you plug it in. 9. Check the LEDs on the front of print server. The Status LED should be green—either steady or blinking. If the internal self-test failed, the Activity LED will be on and the Status LED will be off. For troubleshooting information, see the Troubleshooting chapter in the software guide shipped with your print server. 11.
If you want to change the detected printer language, use the LEDs and Test button to select a PDL for the configuration page. When you hold down the Test button for three seconds, the LEDs begin to cycle through four configurations, as outlined in the following table. Release the Test button when you get the right PDLs, and the configuration page will be printed. For PDL... The Status LED is... And the Activity LED is...
A Specifications Physical Specifications Product Number Width Height Depth* Weight J2591A 178 mm (7.0 in.) 31 mm (1.2 in.) 124 mm (4.9 in.) 269 g (0.59 lbs.) J3263A 178 mm (7.0 in.) 31 mm (1.2 in.) 112 mm (4.4 in.) 241 g (0.53 lbs.) J3264A 280 mm (11 in.) 31 mm (1.2 in.) 127 mm (5.0 in.) 454 g (1 lb.) J3265A 280 mm (11 in.) 31 mm (1.2 in.) 141 mm (5.6 in.) 440 g (0.97 lbs.) J3258B 180 mm (7.09 in.) 33 mm (1.3 in.) 115 mm (4.53 in.) 224 g (0.49 lbs.
Power Requirements Power Modules for J3264A and J3265A Note: If two parts are listed for one country/region, either part can be used. Country Part Num.
Power Modules for J2591A, J3263A, and J3258B Note: If two parts are listed for one country/region, either part can be used. Part Num.
Environmental Operating Non-Operating Temperature 0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F) -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) Relative Humidity 15% to 95% at 40°C (104°F), non-condensing 90% at 65°C (149°F) Altitude 4.6 km (@15,000 ft.) 4.6 km (@15,000 ft.) Acoustic Noise Not applicable Electromagnetic Emissions FCC part 15 Class A (U.S.A.
B Regulatory Statements FCC Statement (U.S.A) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Declaration of Conformity The following Declaration complies with ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014. It identifies the product, the manufacturer's name and address, and applicable specifications recognized in the European community.
Australia. This equipment complies with Australian EMC requirements. Canada. Complies with Canadian EMC Class-A requirements. Japan: VCCI Class 1. Korea: RRL Statement. Taiwan: Class A.
Chinese Safety Statement: B-4 Regulatory Statements
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