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Linksys WPS11 Router Manual PDF (Setup & Configuration Guide)

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Instant Wireless
™
Series
Wireless PrintServer
Use this guide to install:
Model No.: WPS11 ver. 3
User Guide
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COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS
Copyright © 2002 Linksys, All Rights Reserved. Instant Wireless is a trademark of
Linksys. Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
All other trademarks and brand names are the property of their
respective proprietors.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Linksys guarantees that every Instant Wireless
™
PrintServer is free from physical defects
in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase, when used within
the limits set forth in the Specification section of this User Guide. If the product proves
defective during this warranty period, call Linksys Customer Support in order to obtain a
Return Authorization number. BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE ON
HAND WHEN CALLING. RETURN REQUESTS CANNOT BE PROCESSED WITHOUT
PROOF OF PURCHASE. When returning a product, mark the Return Authorization num-
ber clearly on the outside of the package and include a copy of your original proof of pur-
chase. All customers located outside of the United States of America and Canada shall
be held responsible for shipping and handling charges.
IN NO EVENT SHALL LINKSYS’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PROD-
UCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM-
AGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, ITS ACCOMPANYING SOFT-
WARE, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION. Linksys makes no warranty or representation,
expressed, implied, or statutory, with respect to its products or the contents or use of this
documentation and all accompanying software, and specifically disclaims its quality,
performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose. Linksys reserves the
right to revise or update its products, software, or documentation without obligation to
notify any individual or entity. Please direct all inquiries to:
Linksys
P.O. Box 18558, Irvine, CA 92623
FCC STATEMENT
The Wireless PrintServer has been tested and complies with the specifications for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These rules are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used according to the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a par-
ticular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which is found by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment or devices
• Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver’s
• Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance
UG_WPS11 092002C JL
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
1
The Instant Wireless
PrintServer
1
Features
1
Package Contents
2
Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless PrintServer 3
The Wireless PrintServer’s LEDs
3
The Wireless PrintServer’s Ports
4
Chapter 3: Hardware Installation
5
Overview
5
Finding the Wireless PrintServer’s Default Name
5
Connecting the Wireless PrintServer to Your Network
5
Chapter 4: Windows Driver Setup
7
Overview
7
The Autorun Bi-Admin Management Utility Installation
8
Chapter 5: Bi-Admin: PrintServer Management
16
Overview
16
Starting the Bi-Admin Management Utility
16
Using Bi-Admin
18
Setting the Wireless PrintServer’s IP Address
21
Changing the Device Name
21
Enabling and Disabling Protocols
21
Attaching Bi-Admin to a Remote Linksys PrintServer
22
Resetting the Wireless PrintServer
22
Restoring Factory Default
22
Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless PrintServer
Using the Web-based Utility
23
Accessing the Web-based Utility
23
The Server Page
24
The Printer Page
24
The TCP/IP Page
25
The Wireless Page
26
The Status Page
27
Chapter 7: Advanced Properties
28
The AppleTalk Page
28
The Internet Printing Page
29
The Logical Printers Page
30
The NetBEUI Page
31
The SNMP Page
32
Chapter 8: Internet Printing Protocol (IPP)
34
Windows IPP Client Setup
34
Chapter 9: DHCP Support for the
Wireless PrintServer
40
Appendix A: Troubleshooting
41
Hardware Issues
41
General Printing Issues
41
Appendix B: About Bi-Directional Printing
42
Appendix C: About the Wireless
PrintServer Software
43
Appendix D: Glossary
44
Appendix E: Specifications
51
Appendix F: Environmental
52
Appendix G: Warranty Information
53
Appendix H: Contact Information
54
Instant Wireless™ Series
Wireless PrintServer
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•
One Instant Wireless™ PrintServer
•
One Antenna using Reverse SMA Connector
•
One Setup Utility CD-ROM with User Guide
•
One Power Adapter
•
One Quick Install and One Registration Card (Not Shown)
2
Instant Wireless™ Series
Wireless PrintServer
Chapter 1: Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Instant Wireless™ PrintServer, the
fastest and easiest way to network your printers.
Now you can share your print-
ing resources without tying up your workstation performance with pending
print jobs.
The Instant Wireless™ PrintServer comes with an easy-to-use software man-
agement suite that runs seamlessly with virtually all Windows operating sys-
tems. Fully compatible with standard laser, bubble jet, ink jet, and dot matrix
printers, the Instant Wireless™ PrintServer also supports your bi-directional
printers. Direct Memory Access (DMA) technology, a 256 KB buffer, and auto-
matic collision control all result in the Instant Wireless™ PrintServer handling
print jobs faster than regular print servers—even complex graphics and layout
jobs.
•
Interoperable with IEEE 802.11b (DSSS) 2.4GHz-Compliant Equipment
•
Long Operating Range:
Up to 300' (91 m) Indoors and 1500' (457 m)
Outdoors
•
Configurable Through Your Networked PC's Web Browser
•
Runs with Virtually All Laser, Ink Jet, Bubble Jet, Color
and Dot Matrix Printers
•
Integrates Through Both Ethernet and Wireless Connections
•
Works with Virtually All Major Operating Systems
•
Stand-Alone Unit Means No Dedicated PrintServer PC Is Needed
•
Easy-to-Use Built-In Remote Management Utility
•
256 KB RAM Buffer for Faster Graphics Performance
•
512 KB Flash Memory for Future Firmware Upgrades
•
Free Technical Support—24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week, Toll-Free US Calls
•
1-Year Limited Warranty
1
The Instant Wireless™
PrintServer
Features
Package Contents
Figure 1-1
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4
LAN
This port connects to your wired network using a
standard Category 5 (or better) Ethernet cable.
Printer
This Parallel (LPT) Port connects to your printer.
Reset Button
Press this button to reset the PrintServer to factory
defaults and generate a diagnostic printout, which is
discussed below.
Power
This port connects the power adapter.
Antenna (not shown)
This port, located on the side of the Wireless
PrintServer, is where you will connect the included
antenna by screwing it on securely.
Chapter 2: Getting to Know the
Wireless PrintServer
LAN
Green
. The LAN LED serves two purposes.
If the LED is continuously illuminated, the
Wireless PrintServer is successfully con-
nected to a device through the LAN port.
If
the
LED is
flickering,
the
Wireless
PrintServer is actively sending or receiving
data to the wired network.
WLAN
Amber
. The WLAN LED will flicker when
the Wireless PrintServer is actively sending
to or receiving data from the wireless net-
work.
ACT
Green
.
The ACT LED will remain continu-
ously lit when a printer is correctly connect-
ed to the Wireless PrintServer.
The LED
will flicker when print jobs are being trans-
mitted to the printer, over both the wired
and wireless networks.
Err
Red
. The Error LED lights up when there is
a problem printing to the indicated printer.
3
The Wireless PrintServer’s LEDs
Instant Wireless™ Series
Wireless PrintServer
The Wireless PrintServer’s Ports
To reset the factory default settings:
1.
Unplug the PrintServer.
2.
Press and hold the diagnostic button. While pressing the button, plug in the
PrintServer.
3.
If you continue pressing the button for 10 seconds, the PrintServer will be
reset to factory defaults.
To generate a Diagnostic print out
1.
Ensure that both the PrintServer and the printer attached to the Printer port
are ON.
2.
Press the diagnostic button, and hold it in for 2 seconds.
3.
The test page, containing the current settings, will be printed.
PostScript printers are unable to print this page. If you have a PostScript print-
er on the Printer port, the test page will not be printed.
Figure 2-1
Figure 2-2

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