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Front Panel

LED Indicators

The front panel of the print server features four LED indicators:

±

Power

Steady green confirms that the Print Server is powered ON.

±

USB

Lights up to indicate printing activity.

±

LAN

Steady green confirms that the Print Server has a good connection to the Ethernet or

Fast Ethernet network. The indicator blinks off briefly to indicate that the Print Server

is receiving or transmitting from the network.

LEDs

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±

WLAN

Steady green indicates a proper wireless network connection. The indicator blinks

off briefly to indicate that the Print Server is receiving or transmitting from the

network.

These four indicators are also used by the Print Server’s Power-ON Self Test (POST)

to indicate any hardware failures.

Wireless Basics

D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use

and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business or

public access wireless networks. D-Link wireless products allow you to access the

data you want, when and where you want. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that

wireless networking brings.

A wireless LAN (WLAN) is a cellular computer network that transmits and receives

data with radio signals instead of wires. WLANs are used increasingly in both home

and office environments, and public areas such as airports, coffee shops and

universities. Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are helping people to work

and communicate more efficiently. Increased mobility and the absence of cabling

and other fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many users.

Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network.

Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the same

protocols as Ethernet adapter cards.

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People use wireless LAN technology for many different purposes:

±

Mobility

Productivity increases when people have access to data in any location within the

operating range of the WLAN. Management decisions based on real-time

information can significantly improve worker efficiency.

±

Low Implementation Costs

WLANs are easy to set up, manage, change and relocate. Networks that frequently

change can benefit from WLANs ease of implementation. WLANs can operate in

locations where installation of wiring may be impractical.

±

Installation and Network Expansion

Installing a WLAN system can be fast and easy and can eliminate the need to pull

cable through walls and ceilings. Wireless technology allows the network to go

where wires cannot go – even outside the home or office.

±

Scalability

WLANs can be configured in a variety of topologies to meet the needs of specific

applications and installations. Configurations are easily changed and range from

peer-to-peer networks suitable for a small number of users to larger infrastructure

networks to accommodate hundreds or thousands of users, depending on the

number of wireless devices deployed.

±

Inexpensive Solution

Wireless network devices are as competitively priced as conventional Ethernet

network devices.

±

Standards-Based Technology

Based on the IEEE

802.11g

standard, the DP-G310 is interoperable with existing

compatible 2.4GHz wireless technology with data transfer speeds of up to 54Mbps

∗

∗

Maximum wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications.

Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors,

including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network

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when used with other D-Link devices.

Wireless Installation Considerations

Installing Consideratons

The D-Link DP-G310 lets you print through your network, using a wireless

connection, from virtually anywhere within its operating range. Keep in mind,

however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects

that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Typical ranges vary

depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in

your home or business. The key to maxinmizing wireless range is to follow these

basic guidelines:

1.

Keep the antenna of the DP-G310 in an upright position.

2.

Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the DP-G310 and other

network devices to a minimum. Each wall or ceiling can reduce your D-Link

wireless products range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters). Position your devices

so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

3.

Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet

thick (0.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1meter)

thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters). Polistion devices

so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an

angle) for better reception.

4.

Building materials can impede the wireless signal. A solid metal door or

aluminum studs amy have a negative effect on range. Try to position

wireless devices and computers with wireless adapters so that the signal

passes through drywall or open doorways and not other materials.

5.

Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical

overhead lower actual data throughput rate.

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devices or appliances that generate extreme RF noise.

Setting up the DP-G310

Installing the Print Server

WARNING

:

Configuration problems may result if the Print Server is powered up

without first establishing its network connection.

Follow this procedure to avoid complications at the configuration stage.

1.

Confirm proper operation of the printers to be connected to the DP-G310.

2.

When you have confirmed proper operation of the printer, switch its power

OFF

.

3.

Confirm that your network is operating normally.

4.

Connect the DP-G310 RJ-45 Connector to the network, using an Ethernet

CAT5 cable.

5.

While the printer is powered

OFF

, install the DP-G310 USB port connector

into the USB port on the network printer using a USB cable.

6. Switch

ON

the connected printer.

7.

Plug the AC power adapter’s DC output plug into the DC 5V power socket

on the rear panel of the Print Server.

8.

Plug the power adapter into a power outlet. This will supply power to the

Print Server, as it has no external power switch. The green Power LED on

the Print Server’s front panel should illuminate steadily, and the Print

Server’s Self-Test will proceed.