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Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome What’s in this Guide? 1 2 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the PrintServer The Bottom Panel The Front Panel Chapter 3: Connecting the PrintServer Overview Connecting the PrintServer to Your Network Placement Options Chapter 4: Configuring the PrintServer Using the Setup Wizard Installation 4 4 5 6 6 6 7 8 8 Chapter 5: Windows Driver Installation 20 Overview Installation Configuration of the P
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Chapter 7: Bi-Admin Management 37 Overview Bi-Admin Installation Starting the Bi-Admin Management Utility The Bi-Admin Management Utility 37 37 39 40 Chapter 8: Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) 51 Overview Windows IPP Client Setup Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Precautions Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix C: About Bi-Directional Printing Appendix D: Upgradin
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support List of Figures Figure 2-1: PrintServer’s Bottom Panel Figure 2-2: PrintServer’s Front Panel Figure 3-1: Connect to the USB Port Figure 3-2: Connect to the Ethernet Port Figure 3-3: Desktop Placement Figure 4-1: Welcome Figure 4-2: Set up PrintServer Figure 4-3: Disconnect the USB Printer cable and power Figure 4-4: Connect the PrintServer to the Printer Figure 4-5: Connect the PrintServer Figure 4-6: Connect the PrintServer Figure 4-7: Reconnect th
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Figure 5-4: Check Print Driver Figure 5-5: Wireless-G PrintServer Diagnostic - Check Printer Driver Installation Figure 5-6: Printer Driver Not Installed Figure 5-7: Print Test Page Figure 5-8: PrintServer Diagnostic Icon Figure 5-9: PrintServer Info Figure 5-10: Right-click Icon Figure 6-1: Setup Tab Figure 6-2: Protocol Tab - TCP/IP Figure 6-3: Protocol Tab - AppleTalk Figure 6-4: Protocol Tab - NetBEUI Figure 6-5: Protocol Tab - SNMP Figure 6-6:
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Figure 7-12: Configuration - AppleTalk Figure 7-13: Configuration - NetBEUI Figure 7-14: Configuration - Internet Printing Figure 7-15: Configuration - Port Figure 7-16: Configuration - Wireless Figure 7-17: Configuration - SNMP Figure 7-18: Upgrade Figure 7-19: Detected LAN Cards Figure 7-20: BIN File Information Figure 7-21: Add Cross Segment PrintServer Figure 8-1: Windows XP - Local or Network Printer Figure 8-2: Windows XP - Specify a Printer F
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support. The PrintServer lets you connect a USB printer directly to your network, eliminating the need to dedicate a PC to print sharing chores. Using a PrintServer frees up your “print share PC” so you don’t have to leave it on all the time. It also removes the printing bottleneck, and sets your PC free to do more useful work.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support What’s in this Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the PrintServer. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the PrintServer’s applications and this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Getting to Know the PrintServer This chapter describes the physical features of the PrintServer. • Chapter 3: Connecting the PrintServer This chapter instructs you on how to connect the PrintServer to your network.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support • Appendix E: Windows Help This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing the TCP/IP protocol. • Appendix F: Glossary This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking. • Appendix G: Specifications This appendix provides the technical specifications for the PrintServer.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Chapter 2: Getting to Know the PrintServer The Bottom Panel The PrintServer’s ports and Reset button are located on the bottom panel. Figure 2-1: PrintServer’s Bottom Panel Power The Power port is where you will connect the power adapter. Ethernet The Ethernet port is where you will connect the PrintServer to your wired network. (This is optional.) USB Printer The USB Printer port is where you will connect the USB printer to the PrintServer.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support The Front Panel The PrintServer’s LEDs are located on the front panel. Figure 2-2: PrintServer’s Front Panel USB Green/Orange. The USB LED lights up green when there is a printer connected to the USB port. The LED flashes green when the PrintServer is sending data through the USB port. It lights up orange when there is a problem with the USB printer. Wireless Green. The Wireless LED serves two purposes.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Chapter 3: Connecting the PrintServer Overview Before starting the physical installation, note the PrintServer’s default name, which starts with “LK” (for example, LK71107). The default name is shown in the Server field on the PrintServer’s sticker, which is located on the PrintServer’s back panel. During the PrintServer driver installation, this name is used to identify the PrintServer you are currently installing.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Placement Options There are different ways to place the PrintServer. The first way is to place the PrintServer horizontally on a surface, so it sits on four small rubber pads. You can also use the included velcro to mount the PrintServer on a wall or underneath a shelf. To use the velcro, follow these instructions: 1. Separate the included velcro into its two sides, the hook side and the loop side.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Chapter 4: Configuring the PrintServer Using the Setup Wizard Installation To install the PrintServer, you will use the Setup CD-ROM to run the Setup Wizard. It is highly recommended that you use a computer on the wired network to set up the PrintServer. However, if you only have a wireless network, then you can use a computer on the wireless network to set up the PrintServer. 1. Insert the Setup CD-ROM into the computer’s CD-ROM drive.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support 4. You will need to first disconnect the USB Printer cable from the computer and disconnect the power from the printer. Click Next when finished. Figure 4-3: Disconnect the USB Printer cable and power 5. In Step 2, you will connect the USB printer cable to the USB port on the Print Server. Click Next.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support 6. From the Connecting Your PrintServer screen, you will connect your Ethernet port. The Ethernet connection is for configuration purposes only. Later in this installation, you will need to disconnect the ethernet cable and reconnect your PrintServer, printer, and router. Click Next to continue. Click Back to return to the previous screen. Figure 4-5: Connect the PrintServer 7. Connect the Power Adapter to the PrintServer and click Next.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support 8. Reconnect the power adapter to the printer. Plug the power into the wall outlet. Click Next to continue, or click Back to return to the previous screen. Wait a few moments while the system searches for the PrintServer. Figure 4-7: Reconnect the Printer 9. Select the proper PrintServer. If you can not find the PrintServer, click Refresh. Click Next.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support 10. If you have changed the default password previously, the password dialog opens and you are prompted for your password. Otherwise, the installation will continue. If you have forgotten your password, hold the reset button on the side of the PrintServer for 10 seconds. This will reset the device to factory default. The default password is admin. Figure 4-9: Password 11. The Configure IP Settings screen appears.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support 12. The Set PrintServer’s Password screen appears. If you want to change your password, enter your current password in the Password field. Enter the new password in the Confirm field. Click Next to continue, or click Back to return to the previous screen. Figure 4-11: Set PrintServer Password 13. Locate and select the wireless network you want to connect to.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support 14. If you clicked Manual Setup, the Configure Wireless Settings screen appears with the SSID field. Enter your wireless network’s SSID or name. This is the unique name shared by all devices in a wireless network. The SSID is case-sensitive and should have 32 characters or fewer. Click Next to continue, or click Back to return to the previous screen.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support 15. If your network uses wireless security, you will prompted to enter the correct information. Figure 4-15: Wireless Security Settings - Disabled If you enter a Passphrase, you will see the automatically generated WEP key on the following screen. Otherwise, enter the WEP key manually in the field provided. If you are using 64-bit WEP encryption, then the key must consist of exactly 10 hexadecimal characters.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support WPA-Pre-Shared Key Enter a Pre-Shared Key that is 8-63 characters in length. Click Next to continue, or click Back to return to the previous screen. Figure 4-17: Wireless Security - WPA-Pre-Shared 16. The Confirmation screen will appear. Your old and new settings will be displayed. If you want to save the new settings, click Next. If you want to make a change, click Back to make changes.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support 17. Disconnect the power to the PrintServer. Click Next. Figure 4-19: Disconnect power to the PrintServer 18. Disconnect the Network Cable from the PrintServer and router.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support 19. Reconnect the power to the PrintServer and click Next. Wait a few moments while the system checks for the network. Figure 4-21: Reconnect the PrintServer 20. The PrintServer is now connected to your wireless network properly. The order used in reconnecting your PrintServer, router, and printer is very important. If you may have reconnected improperly, please click Back and review your processes.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support 21. Now you have finished the initial setup.. You will need to install the driver next. Click Set up Computer at the bottom of this, and go to “Chapter 5: Windows Driver Installation” of this user guide.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Chapter 5: Windows Driver Installation Overview This section installs the PrintServer’s software on your Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP computers so they can use the PrintServer for print jobs. (The PrintServer is fully compatible with Windows 98, Me, 2000, and XP.) At this point, you must have the following: • the PrintServer hardware installed on your network. If not, see “Chapter 3: Connecting the PrintServer.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support 3. When you see the Welcome screen, click Click Here to Start to continue. Click Exit to end the installation. Figure 5-1: Welcome 4. Click Set up Computer.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Configuration of the PrintServer Driver 1. The Wireless-G PrintServer Driver screen automatically appears. Select the PrintServer you are installing. Then click Next. NOTE: If the PrintServer is not listed, then click Refresh. If the PrintServer cannot be found, then select to temporarily disable the firewall and click Refresh again. Figure 5-3: Select Printer 2. The Checking Printer Driver screen appears.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support 3. The Wireless-G PrintServer Driver screen appears. Review the PrintServer status and then click Next. Figure 5-5: Wireless-G PrintServer Diagnostic - Check Printer Driver Installation 4. The Wireless-G PrintServer Driver screen appears. If you want to print a test page, click Test Print. Then click Finish. Figure 5-6: Printer Driver Not Installed 5. If you’ve chosen to print a test page, the test page dialog appears. Click OK.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support 6. The Print Server diagnostic icon will appear in the system tray of your desktop. When you double-click the icon, you will see the PrintServer Info screen. If you want to run the wizard that configures the printer driver, click the Diagnostics button. Figure 5-8: PrintServer Diagnostic Icon To close the PrintServer Info screen, click the Close button. When you right-click the Print Server diagnostic icon, you will see a menu.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Chapter 6: Configuring the PrintServer Using the Web-based Utility Overview After setting up the PrintServer with the Setup Wizard, the PrintServer will be ready for use. However, if you’d like to change its settings, use the PrintServer’s web-based utility. This chapter will describe each web page of the utility and each page’s key functions. The utility can be accessed via your web browser through the use of a networked computer.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support The Setup Tab The first screen that appears is the Setup tab and allows you to change the PrintServer’s general settings. WPS54G Device Name Enter the PrintServer’s name in the field provided. The name is located on a sticker on the bottom of the PrintServer. Password Current Password. To change the PrintServer’s password, enter the current password in the Current Password field. Figure 6-1: Setup Tab New Password and Verify Password.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support The Protocol Tab - TCP/IP Click the TCP/IP tab to view or change the TCP/IP values of the PrintServer. IP Address Obtain an IP Address Automatically. If your network router is using DHCP to assign IP addresses, select Obtain an IP Address Automatically. By default, Obtain an IP Address Automatically is enabled. Use the Following IP Address.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support The Protocol Tab - AppleTalk AppleTalk is a network communications protocol that allows computers to talk to each other using Ethernet. Typically only Macintoshes use AppleTalk, although other platforms can use it if they have the necessary, thirdparty software. Communication Printer Object Type. The Printer Object Type can be obtained from the manufacturer of the printer. Enter the type of printer in the field provided.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support The Protocol Tab - NetBEUI NetBEUI connection settings of the PrintServer are available on this tab. Domain Name Enter the name of the domain that you want the PrintServer associated with in the Domain Name field. If you are unsure of the Domain Name, you can find it out by looking on any computer already on the network. In Windows 98, right-click Network Neighborhood and select Properties.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support The Protocol Tab - SNMP Use this screen to view or change the PrintServer’s SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) settings. The PrintServer supports SNMP, which allows network administrators to monitor and control the PrintServer through the use of network management platforms, such as HP OpenView. The appropriate MIB file must be imported into your SNMP management program using the Import-Compile command.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support The Wireless Tab - Basic This screen allows you to change the PrintServer’s basic wireless settings. Configuration Regulatory Domain and MAC Address. The PrintServer’s Regulatory Domain and MAC Address are listed and cannot be changed. SSID. In the SSID field, enter the name of your wireless network. This is the unique name shared by all devices in a wireless network. The SSID is case-sensitive and should have 32 characters or fewer.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support The Wireless Tab - Security Configure the security of your wireless network on this screen. Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) and two levels of Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption are available. If you do not want to use wireless security, select None from the Security Mode drop-down menu. Wireless Security Security Mode. To use WPA, select Pre-Shared Key.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support The Printer Tab - Internet Printing Internet Printing allows you to automatically print any e-mails that are sent to a specific e-mail account on your network. This is especially useful for printing information when you are not connected to the network. You can print from any location where you can access e-mail. Mail Server Mail Server IP Address. Enter the address of your mail server. (This value must be a fixed IP address.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support The Printer Tab - Logical Port The Logical Printers tab contains the logical printer settings of the PrintServer. Configure them for each Logical Printer. The PrintServer has three logical or virtual printer ports. For example, you can have three different configurations for your USB printer: Logical Printer 1 for landscape orientation, Logical Printer 2 for double-sided copies, and Logical Printer 3 for manual feed.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support The Status Tab - Device The Device tab allows you to view information about the PrintServer. Server Details The PrintServer’s settings and status information are displayed here. No values can be changed on this screen. This screen is for information only. Upgrade. If you want to upgrade the PrintServer’s firmware, follow these instructions: 1. Visit www.linksys.com and download the firmware upgrade file for the Wireless-G PrintServer. 2.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support The Status Tab - Printer The Printer tab allows you to view information about the Printers. No values can be changed on this screen. This screen is for information only. Port 1 (USB Port) The port’s status information is displayed here. No values can be changed on this screen. This screen is for information only. Print Test Page. Click the Print Test Page button to print a test page on the connected printer.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Chapter 7: Bi-Admin Management Overview If you use Windows, then you can manage the PrintServer using its web-based utility (see “Chapter 6: Configuring the PrintServer Using the Web-based Utility”) or an advanced utility program called Bi-Admin. (If you use a Macintosh or other non-Windows operating system, you can manage the PrintServer only by using its webbased utility.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support 5. The Choose Destination Location screen will appear. Choose the location where the B-Admin folder will be installed. To install the driver in the default location, click Next. If you want the folder to be installed in a different location, click the Browse button and select the location. Then click Next. Click Back to return to the previous screen. Click Cancel to end the Bi-Admin installation. Figure 7-3: Choose Destination Location 6.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Starting the Bi-Admin Management Utility 1. To start the Bi-Admin program, click Start, Programs, Print Server Utility, and then Bi-Admin Management Utility. If the Bi-Admin Management Utility icon has been created, you can just double-click it instead. You can drag the shortcut icon onto your Desktop for easy access to the Bi-Admin Management Utility. 2. When the Bi-Admin Management Utility appears, it will ask for the Connected Protocol.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support The Bi-Admin Management Utility The Bi-Admin Management Utility screen will appear next. Any hardware found on the network will appear on the left-hand side of the screen. The Utility can be managed from this screen. The menu and icon options will be explained in this section. Menu Options Main. The options are Device Status, Printer Status, Configure, Upgrade, Refresh, and Exit.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support • Printer Status. This option allows you to view the printer status, as well as set port and printer parameters. If you click Printer Status, the Printer Status screen will appear. The Device Name will be displayed and the Current Selected Port will be highlighted. The status information for this port will be displayed. Click the Back button to return to the Bi-Admin Management Utility screen. Click Refresh to refresh the screen.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support • Configure. You may configure the PrintServer with this option. If you click Configure, the Configuration screen will appear. It displays eight tabs: System, TCP/IP, AppleTalk, NetBEUI, Internet Printing, Port, Wireless, and SNMP. The tabs will be described below. System • Device Name. Enter the Device Name in the field provided. • Comment. Enter any comments in the Comment field. • Device Password.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support TCP/IP • Dynamic IP Address (DHCP). If your network router is using DHCP to assign IP addresses, select Dynamic IP Address (DHCP). By default, Dynamic IP Address (DHCP) is enabled. • Fixed IP Address. If you need to assign the PrintServer a fixed IP address (also known as static IP address), select Fixed IP Address, and enter the appropriate values under IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Apple Talk • Zone Name. Typically only Macintoshes use AppleTalk, although other platforms can use it if they have the necessary, third-party software installed. Enter the Zone Name in the field provided. • Port Setting. Select the port number from the drop-down menu. The Printer Type can be obtained from the manufacturer of the printer. Enter the type of printer in the Printer Type field.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support NetBEUI • Domain Name. Enter the name of the domain that you want the PrintServer associated with in the Domain Name field. If you are unsure of the Domain Name, you can find it out by looking on any computer already on the network. In Windows 98, right-click Network Neighborhood and select Properties. Under the Identification tab, there will be listed that computer’s name, and the Domain to which it is connected.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Internet Printing • Mail Server. Enter the address of your mail server in the Mail Server IP Address fields. (This value must be a fixed IP address.) Enter the Mail Account name and Password next. Enter the password again in the Confirm Password field. Then, enter the time interval for the PrintServer to check for e-mail to be printed, in hours and minutes in the Check Mail Interval field.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Port • Physical Port. Select the number of the Selected Physical Port from the drop-down menu. Select the Handshake Signal, Busy Only or Busy & Ack. Select the Printer Type, High Speed or Low Speed. • Logical Port. Select the Selected Logical Port from the drop-down menu and then the physical port you want to map it to from the drop-down menu for Map to Physical Port.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Wireless • SSID (Service Set Identifier). In the SSID field, enter the name of your wireless network. This is the unique name shared by all devices in a wireless network. The SSID is case-sensitive and should have 32 characters or fewer. • Channel No. If your network is set to ad-hoc mode, select your network’s channel setting from the Channel No. drop-down menu. • Network Type. The Network Type setting shows a choice of two wireless modes.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support SNMP • SysContact. Enter the name of the contact person in the SysContact field. • SysLocation. Enter the location of the contact person in the SysLocation field. • Configuration Item. From the Configuration Item box, select the number of the management station (M1M4) or trap receiver (T1-T4). The selected item’s information will be displayed below.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support • Upgrade. You may use this option to upgrade the firmware of the PrintServer. Follow these instructions: 1. On the Upgrade screen, click the Files button. 2. The Detected LAN Cards screen will appear. Select the LAN card the PrintServer is connected to, and then click the OK button. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions, and select the firmware file you want to use. 4.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Chapter 8: Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) Overview Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) is a standards-based system that allows remote printing from a PC to any accessible printer. Normally, the printer will be attached to a computer or other device that functions as an IPP Server. For client PCs, it is necessary to install a compatible IPP Client program. The Client must also know the IP Address or URL of the IPP Server.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support IPP Client Configuration for Windows 98, Me, 2000, and XP 1. Run the Add IPP Port program entry created by the installation. 2. On the Output Select screen, enter the IP Address or URL of the IPP Server. 3. If Internet access from your location is via a Proxy Server, check Access IPP Server via Proxy Server, and enter details of your Proxy Server. (This will be the same as your browser configuration.) 4.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Changing the IPP Port Settings After the IPP port is created, you can reach the Configure IPP Port screen by performing these steps: 1. Open the Printers folder (Start => Settings => Printers). 2. Right-click IPP Printer and select Properties. 3. Click the Port Settings or Configure Port button (Details or Port tab, depending on your version of Windows). The Configure IPP Port screen will appear.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support 6. On the Specify a Printer screen, select Connect to a printer on the Internet or on a home or office network, and enter the URL of the IPP Server as follows (ip_address represents the IP Address of the IPP Server, and 631 represents the port number). Port 1 ip_address:631/ipp/P1 NOTE: These entries are case-sensitive. They must be entered as shown, with “ipp” in lowercase and P1 in uppercase. 7.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support 7. If the connection can be established, and the printer on that port is online, the Connect to Printer dialog box will be displayed. This screen notifies you that the printer driver is not installed. Click the OK button. 8. Select the printer manufacturer and model to match the printer connected to the appropriate port on the IPP Server. 9. Click the Next button and follow the prompts to complete the Wizard. The IPP printer is now ready for use.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of “Common Problems and Solutions”. Provided are possible solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the PrintServer. Read the descriptions below to help you solve your problems. If you can’t find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com. Common Problems and Solutions 1. All the LEDs on the front of the PrintServer are not lit.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support 7. To start over, I need to set the PrintServer to its factory default settings. Unplug the PrintServer’s power adapter. Press the Reset button while you plug in the PrintServer’s power adapter. Continue to hold the Reset button for 10 seconds and then release it. This will reset the password, wireless, and other settings on the PrintServer to the factory defaults. In other words, the PrintServer will revert to its original factory configuration. 8.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Appendix B: Wireless Security Linksys wants to make wireless networking as safe and easy for you as possible. The current generation of Linksys products provide several network security features, but they require specific action on your part for implementation. So, keep the following in mind whenever you are setting up or using your wireless network. Security Precautions The following is a complete list of security precautions to take: 1.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support SSID. There are several things to keep in mind about the SSID: 1. Disable Broadcast 2. Make it unique 3. Change it often Most wireless networking devices will give you the option of broadcasting the SSID. While this option may be more convenient, it allows anyone to log into your wireless network. This includes hackers. So, don’t broadcast the SSID. Wireless networking products come with a default SSID set by the factory.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support WPA Pre-Shared Key. If you do not have a RADIUS server, select the type of algorithm, TKIP or AES, enter a password in the Pre-Shared key field of 8-64 characters, and enter a Group Key Renewal period time between 0 and 99,999 seconds, which instructs the Router or other device how often it should change the encryption keys. WPA RADIUS. WPA used in coordination with a RADIUS server.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Appendix C: About Bi-Directional Printing Normal printing only sends print signals from a PC to a printer. Bi-directional printing, also called bitronic printing, refers to a printer’s ability to do just the opposite—talk back to a PC to notify it of a print job status, paper jams, etc. This two-way communication technology can be found in HP, IBM, Panasonic, and other laser or color printers where close contact between the PC and printer is key.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware Use the PrintServer’s Web-based Utility to upgrade its firmware. Follow these instructions: 1. Visit www.linksys.com and download the firmware upgrade file for the Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support. 2. Extract the file on your computer. 3. Open the PrintServer’s Web-based Utility. 4. Click the Status tab, and then click the Device tab. 5. On the Device screen, click the Upgrade button. 6.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Appendix E: Windows Help Almost all Linksys wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Windows Help and are described in this appendix. TCP/IP TCP/IP is a set of instructions, or protocol, all PCs follow to communicate over a network. This is true for wireless networks as well.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Appendix F: Glossary This glossary contains some basic networking terms you may come across when using this product. For more advanced terms, see the complete Linksys glossary at http://www.linksys.com/glossary. Access Point - A device that allows wireless-equipped computers and other devices to communicate with a wired network. Also used to expand the range of a wireless network.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) - Removes the Router's firewall protection from one PC, allowing it to be “seen” from the Internet. DNS (Domain Name Server) - The IP address of your ISP's server, which translates the names of websites into IP addresses. Domain - A specific name for a network of computers. Download - To receive a file transmitted over a network. DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) - An always-on broadband connection over traditional phone lines.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support IP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network. IPCONFIG - A Windows 2000 and XP utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device. IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) - A VPN protocol used to implement secure exchange of packets at the IP layer. ISP (Internet Service Provider) - A company that provides access to the Internet.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support RJ-45 (Registered Jack-45) - An Ethernet connector that holds up to eight wires. Roaming - The ability to take a wireless device from one access point's range to another without losing the connection. Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together. Server - Any computer whose function in a network is to provide user access to files, printing, communications, and other services.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) - a wireless encryption protocol that provides dynamic encryption keys for each packet transmitted. Topology - The physical layout of a network. TX Rate - Transmission Rate. Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. Upload - To transmit a file over a network. URL (Uniform Resource Locator) - The address of a file located on the Internet.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Appendix G: Specifications Model WPSM54G Standards IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.3, USB 2.0 Ports Power, Ethernet, USB Printer Button Reset Cabling Type USB 2.0, UTP CAT5 LEDs Power, Ethernet, Wireless, USB Security Features WEP, WPA-PSK WEP Key Bits 64, 128 Dimensions (W x H x D) 5.24" x 0.98" x 2.76" (133 mm x 25 mm x 70 mm) Unit Weight 3.80 oz. (0.11 kg) Power 5 V DC, 2A Certifications FCC, CE Operating Temp.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Appendix H: Warranty Information LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys warrants to You that, for a period of three years (the “Warranty Period”), your Linksys Product will be substantially free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Your exclusive remedy and Linksys' entire liability under this warranty will be for Linksys at its option to repair or replace the Product or refund Your purchase price less any rebates.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Appendix I: Regulatory Information FCC STATEMENT This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support EN 300-328-1, EN 300-328-2 Technical requirements for Radio equipment. Caution: This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation. Contact local Authority for procedure to follow.
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support Appendix J: Contact Information Need to contact Linksys? Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: http://www.linksys.com or ftp.linksys.
