Page 2 - Table of Contents
i Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1 Package Contents 1Features 2System Requirements 2Getting to Know the Print Server 3Technical Support 5 2 Setting Up the Print Server 7 Connecting the Print Server 7Configuring the Print Server 8Configuring the Printer’s Settings 15Connecting the Printer 16 3 Usin...
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Page 4 - Introduction; Package Contents
1 Introduction Congratulations on purchasing the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server. This Print Server is a powerful and convenient network printing solution connecting USB and parallel printer(s) to a wireless 802.11b/g network. The Print Server has a 10/100Mbps auto-sensing port, al...
Page 5 - Features
2 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 3 Chapter 1 Introduction Features s 10/100 Ethernet port s Wireless 54 Mbps 802.11g compliant s 64-bit, 128-bit WEP encryption and WPA - PSK support s Wireless infrastructure and ad-hoc mode support s Removable antenna s Integrated wire...
Page 6 - Getting to Know the Print Server; Front Panel; PWR Light; WLAN Light; Printer 1 Light
2 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 3 Chapter 1 Introduction Getting to Know the Print Server This section contains a quick description of the Print Server ’s external features. Front Panel The Print Server’s front panel features six lights ( LED s): PWR WLAN Printer 1 2 ...
Page 7 - Printer 3 Light; Power Port
4 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 5 Chapter 1 Introduction Printer 3 Light The Printer 3 light flashes when printing to the printer connected to the P3 ( USB ) port on the rear panel of the Print Server. LAN Light The LAN light illuminates when the Print Server is conne...
Page 8 - LAN Port; port is used to connect the Print Server to a computer via Ethernet; Technical Support
4 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 5 Chapter 1 Introduction LAN Port The LAN port is used to connect the Print Server to a computer via Ethernet cable. Reset Button The Reset button is used to restore the Print Server’s factory default settings. To do this, press the Res...
Page 10 - Connecting the Print Server; To connect the Print Server to a computer:; ” port of the Print Server, and
7 Setting Up the Print Server This chapter explains how to set up the Print Server. There are four parts involved: Connecting the Print Server, Configuring the Print Server, Configuring the Printer’s Settings, and Connecting the Printer. Connecting the Print Server To connect the Print Server to a c...
Page 11 - Configuring the Print Server; Install Print Server Manager.
8 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 9 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Print Server 3. Plug the large end of the Power cord into an electrical wall outlet, and the smaller end in the Power (marked “12 VDC ”) on the back of the Print Server. 4. Make sure the Power and LAN lights o...
Page 12 - The “Welcome to the Actiontec Print Server” window appears. Click
8 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 9 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Print Server 2. The “Welcome to the Actiontec Print Server” window appears. Click Next . 3. The “Choose Destination Location” window appears. Click Next . 4. The “Select Components” window appears. Click Next ...
Page 13 - Refresh
10 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 11 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Print Server 6. The “Print server list” window appears, and the Setup program locates the Print Server. If the Print Server does not appear in the “Choose Print Server” list box, make sure it is connected pr...
Page 14 - The “Add network port” window appears. Click
10 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 11 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Print Server 9. The “Add network port” window appears. Click Finish . 10. When the “Setup Complete” window appears, click Finish . 11. Close all windows and restart the computer. 12. After the computer resta...
Page 15 - on the left side and click
12 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 13 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Print Server 13. When the next window appears, highlight the Print Server name from the list on the left side and click Setup on the toolbar. Then, double-click Wireless . 14. The “Login” window appears. Ent...
Page 16 - When the “Connect To Your Wireless Network” window appears, select
12 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 13 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Print Server 16. When the “Connect To Your Wireless Network” window appears, select Scan For Your local Wireless Network by clicking in the appropriate circle. Click Next . 17. The “Wireless Network Name (SS...
Page 17 - The “Configure Your Adapter’s IP Address” window appears. Make sure
14 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 15 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Print Server 19. The “Configure Your Adapter’s IP Address” window appears. Make sure “Automatically Obtain IP Settings (DHCP)” is active, then click Next . 20. The “Setup Status Summary” window appears. Make...
Page 18 - Configuring the Printer’s Settings
14 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 15 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Print Server Configuring the Printer’s Settings To configure the printer’s settings: 1. After the computer restarts, from the desktop, select Start , Settings , Control Panel , and Printers and Faxes . Right...
Page 19 - Connecting the Printer
16 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Connecting the Printer To connect the printer to the Print Server: 1. Unplug the Ethernet cable and Power cord from the Print Server. 2. Unplug the printer’s USB or parallel cable from the computer and insert it into the Print Server p...
Page 20 - Accessing the Print Server Manager; To access the Print Server Manager, from the desktop, select
17 Using the Print Server Manager This chapter explains using the Print Server Manager, which allows the user to manage and further configure the Print Server. Accessing the Print Server Manager To access the Print Server Manager, from the desktop, select Start , Programs , Actiontec Print Server , ...
Page 21 - Status
18 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 19 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager Doing so will generate the “Print Server Manager” window, as shown below. In the left pane of the window is a graphical representation of the Print Server and the printers connected to it. At...
Page 23 - Setup
20 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 21 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager Setup To make changes to the Print Server’s configuration, highlight it in the left pane, then click Setup . This generates the “Setup” screen in upper right pane of the Print Server Manager ...
Page 24 - SMB Group Name
20 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 21 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager SMB Group Name This is the name of the workgroup to which the Print Server belongs. To change, highlight the current workgroup name, then enter a different one. Set User Name/Password To set ...
Page 25 - IP; Save
22 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 23 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager DHCP Server: This window allows the user to configure the Print Server to automatically get its IP address from the network’s DHCP server, or manually specify a static print server IP address...
Page 26 - Netware
22 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 23 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager Netware Double-clicking the “Netware” icon in the Setup screen generates the “Netware” window. Polling Time Enter the Print Server’s polling time here. Polling time is the time the Print Serv...
Page 27 - Apple Talk
24 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 25 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager Apple Talk Double-clicking the “Apple Talk” icon in the Setup screen generates the “Apple Talk” window. AppleTalk is a data communication protocol used by Macintosh computers. The Print Serve...
Page 28 - System
24 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 25 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager System Double-clicking the “System” icon in the Setup screen generates the “System” window. Printing Protocols At the top of the “System” window is a list of printing protocols the Print Serv...
Page 29 - Wireless Function
26 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 27 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager Wireless Function Here, the wireless capabilities of the Print Server can be enabled or disabled manually (by clicking in the appropriate circle). Since the Print Server cannot operate both w...
Page 30 - Scan for your local Wireless Network; of the wireless network in the text
26 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 27 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager 2. The next window appears. Select one of the methods to connect the Print Server to the wireless network: “Scan for your local Wireless Network” or “Assign Your Wireless Network Manually.” S...
Page 31 - Disable; To create a set of
28 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 29 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager 3. The next window appears. Select the type of security used with the wireless net- work from the menu list (generated by clicking on the down arrow next to the “Security Mode” text box): Dis...
Page 32 - Key
28 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 29 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager 128-bit WEP - To create a set of 128 -bit WEP ASCII keys, activate one or more keys by clicking in the appropriate circles, then enter 13 standard characters (numbers or letters) in each acti...
Page 33 - Passphrase
30 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 31 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager Passphrase - Instead of entering hexadecimal keys, a Passphrase can be entered in the “Passphrase” text box. This passphrase will then be used by the Print Server to create hexadecimal keys. ...
Page 34 - Next; Contact; Location
30 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 31 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager After selecting, click Next . 5. The final window displays a summary of the Print Server’s wireless settings. If changes were made, make sure they’re correct, then click Save . SNMP Double-cl...
Page 35 - Wizard; Group, and Port names can be changed, as well as manually enabling
32 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 33 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager Wizard Clicking on the “Wizard” icon in the toolbar of the Print Server Manager window generates the Wizard pane, as shown below. The Setup Wizard can be used to do a quick reconfiguration of...
Page 36 - Settings” From this window, the Print Server’s; address can be changed, and a
32 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 33 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager 2. The next window is “System Settings.” Enable or disable the Print Server’s various printer protocols from here. When finished, click Next . 3. The next window is “ TCP / IP Settings” From ...
Page 37 - settings from here. When finished, click
34 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 35 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager 5. The next window is “Set Your Wireless Adapter Mode.” Select Infrastructure or Ad Hoc, depending on what kind of wireless network the Print server is connecting to. When finished, click Nex...
Page 38 - Report
34 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 35 Chapter 3 Using the Print Server Manager 8. The last Wizard window is “Setup Status Summary.” This window displays all of the Print Server’s settings, after any changes made in the previous windows. To save the settings, click Save ...
Page 39 - Reboot
36 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Reboot Clicking the “Reboot” icon in the Print Server Manager window reboots the Print Server. Search Clicking the “Search” icon allowws the user to search for other Print Servers on the network.
Page 40 - Accessing the Web Administrator; To access the Web Adminsitrator:
37 Using the Web Administrator This chapter explains how to use the Print Server’s Web Adminstrator, which allows the user to manage and configure the Print Server via a Web browser. Accessing the Web Administrator To access the Web Adminsitrator: 1. Open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box, ty...
Page 41 - The Web Administrator appears.; Device Setup
38 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 39 Chapter 4 Using the Web Administrator The Web Administrator appears. There are three options at the top of the screen: Device Setup, Setup Wizard, and System Tools. Device Setup The Web Administrator’s “Device Setup” screen, (shown ...
Page 42 - Displays the Print Server’s model type.; Displays the number of the Print Server’s; Displays the status of the Print Server’s
38 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 39 Chapter 4 Using the Web Administrator Model Type Displays the Print Server’s model type. System Up Time Displays the length of time the Print Server has been powered up. This value resets when the Print Server is rebooted. MAC Addre...
Page 45 - NetWare
42 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 43 Chapter 4 Using the Web Administrator NetWare Selecting “NetWare” in the Device Setup screen generates the “NetWare” screen, which displays information about the Print Server’s NetWare connection, includ- ing polling time, bindery m...
Page 46 - Setup Wizard
42 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 43 Chapter 4 Using the Web Administrator Setup Wizard Selecting “Setup Wizard” from the Web Administrator at the top of the screen gen-erates the Setup Wizard. Use the following procedure to run the Wizard: 1. The first Wizard screen a...
Page 47 - Submit
44 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 45 Chapter 4 Using the Web Administrator 3. In next Wizard screen, the Print Server’s printing protocols can be enabled or disabled. For each protocol, select “Enabled” or “Disabled.” When finished, click Save & Next . 4. In next W...
Page 48 - of the wireless network in the appropriate text boxes. When
44 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 45 Chapter 4 Using the Web Administrator 5. In next Wizard screen, the wireless network settings are configured. Select either “Infrastructure” or “AdHoc” from the “Mode” text menu. Infrastructure should be used if connecting to an alr...
Page 52 - In next Wizard screen, click
48 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 49 Chapter 4 Using the Web Administrator 11. In next Wizard screen, the AppleTalk settings of the Print Server can be changed. When finished, click Save & Next . 12. In next Wizard screen, click Restart to save all changes made in ...
Page 53 - System Tools; Load Default
50 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 51 Chapter 4 Using the Web Administrator System Tools Selecting System Tools from the Web Administrator at the top of the screen gen- erates the “System Tools” window. There are three options in the System Tools screen: Load Default, U...
Page 54 - Backup Setting
50 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 51 Chapter 4 Using the Web Administrator Backup Setting Selecting Backup Setting from the menu of the left side of the System Tools screen generates the Backup Setting screen. To backup the current settings of the Print server, click i...
Page 56 - Insert the Installation; in the; drive of the computer. When the
53 Accessing Printers From the Network This chapter explains how to access the printers connected to the Print Server from another computer on the network: 1. Make sure the drivers corresponding to the printer are installed on the com- puter. 2. Insert the Installation CD in the CD - ROM drive of th...
Page 57 - The “Choose Destination Location” window appears. Click
54 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 55 Chapter 5 Accessing Printers From the Network 4. The “Choose Destination Location” window appears. Click Next . 5. The “Select Program Folder” window appears. Click Next . 6. The “Add Port” window appears. Click Continue .
Page 58 - Finish
54 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 55 Chapter 5 Accessing Printers From the Network 7. The “Installation Complete” window appears. Click Finish to finish the instal- lation of the software. 8. Select “Network Ports Quick Setup” from the “Actiontec Print Server” direc- t...
Page 60 - Troubleshooting; The Printer Server Utility does not detect the Print Server
57 Troubleshooting This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the Print Server, and solutions to these problems. Note that the solution may not solve the problem. The Printer Server Utility does not detect the Print Server Close down the Utility and restart it. Whil...
Page 62 - Specifications; (Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server)
59 Specifications Model Number 802 PSG (Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server) Ports Two USB 1.1 (2.0 compatible), 1 Parallel Network Interface 10/100 (Auto MDIX); 802.11g W ireless LAN Wireless Security 64-, 128-bit WEP ; WPA - PSK Standards IEEE 802.11g; 802.11b; 802.3; USB 1.1; IEEE 1...
Page 63 - Note
60 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Certification FCC Part 15 LED Indicators PWR , WLAN , Printer 1 , Printer 2 , Printer 3 , LAN Dimensions (LxWxH) 7.5 x 4.5 x 1.2 in. Weight .13 lbs. Operating temperature 0° - 55° C (32° - 131° F) Relative Humidity > 80 % (non-conde...
Page 64 - Start
61 Using Internet Printer Protocol This appendix explains how to use Internet Printer Protocol ( IPP ) to access the Print Server using Internet Protocol ( IP ). Using this method, the printers con- nected to the Print Server can be accessed by users over the Internet, provided they know the printer...
Page 65 - In the “Control Panel” window, double-click on the
62 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 63 Appendix b Using Internet Printer Protocol 2. In the “Control Panel” window, double-click on the Printers icon. 3. In the “Printer” window, double-click Add Printer . 4. The first “Add Printer Wizard” window appears. Click Next .
Page 68 - Glossary; Access Point
65 Glossary Access Point A device that allows wireless clients to connect to one another. An access point can also act as a bridge between wireless clients and a “wired” network, such as an Ethernet network. Wireless clients can be moved anywhere within the cover-age area of the access point and rem...
Page 69 - Ethernet Network
66 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 67 Appendix c Glossary Ethernet Network A standard wired networking configuration using cables and hubs. Firewall A method preventing users outside the network from accessing and/or damag-ing files or computers on the network. Gateway ...
Page 70 - Router; WECA (Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance)
66 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 67 Appendix c Glossary PPPoE (Point-To-Point Protocol over Ethernet)/PPPoA (Point-To-Point Protocol over ATM) Methods of secure data transmission. Router A central device that manages the data traffic of your network. Subnet Mask A set...
Page 72 - Notices; Regulatory Compliance Notices; Class B Equipment; Modifications
69 Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Class B Equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits 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 i...
Page 73 - . This device may not cause harmful interference; Miscellaneous Legal Notices; All other names are the property of their respective owners.
70 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 70 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1 . This device may not cause harmful interference 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interferenc...
Page 74 - Limited Warranty; Hardware
71 Limited Warranty Hardware : Actiontec Electronics, Inc., warrants to the end user (“Customer”) that this hardware product will be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for twelve (12) months from the date of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its author...
Page 75 - Obtaining Warranty Service
72 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS PRODUCT MAY INCLUDE OR BE BUNDLED WITH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE, THE USE OF WHICH IS GOVERNED BY A SEPARATE END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT. THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO SUCH THIRD-PARTY SOFTW...
Page 76 - Disclaimer
72 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual 73 Limited Warranty NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE OR USE OF ITS PRODUCTS. ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THI...
Page 77 - Governing Law
74 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server User Manual Governing Law : This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, U.S.A., excluding its conflicts of laws and principles, and excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale...
