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Actiontec electronic 802PSG User Manual

54 Mbps
Wireless Multiport Print Server
Model #: 802PSG
User Manual
Ver 1.0
Solutions for the Digital Life
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Introduction

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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, allowing it to be connected to a 10Base­T or 100Base-TX network without the need for a dedicated print server. The Print Server also supports multiple servers and multiple protocols, providing the capabil­ity to print from anywhere, from any computer, and from any application.
The Print Server supports TCP/IP and AppleTalk protocols. It also supports the most common network operating systems and protocols, including Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP, and Macintosh OS X (10.2+).

Package Contents

Make sure the following items came in this package:
s Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Multiport Print Server
s Power Adapter
s Installation CD (includes this manual)
s Quick Start Guide
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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 wireless site survey tool
s Two USB 1.1 ports (2.0 compatible); 1 parallel port
s Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) support
s Windows-based printing support
s Mac OS X-based native printing support (PostScript® printers only)

System Requirements

s IBM-compatible system with 200 Mhz Pentium, at least 64 MB of RAM, and
CD-ROM drive
s Ethernet network adapter
s Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP
s TCP/IP installed
s Parallel or USB printer
s Wireless router
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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 (LEDs):
PWR Light
The PWR (Power) light illuminates when the Print Server is powered on, and remains off (or dark) when no power is present.
WLAN Light
The WLAN light illuminates when the Print Server is connected wirelessly.
Printer 1 Light
The Printer 1 light flashes when printing to the printer connected to the P1 (par­allel) port of the Print Server.
Printer 2 Light
The Printer 2 light flashes when printing to the printer connected to the P2 (USB) port of the Print Server.
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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 connected via its LAN port.
Rear Panel
The Print Server’s rear panel contains five ports (12VDC [Power], P3 [USB], P2
[USB], P1 [Parallel], and LAN), as well as a Reset button.
Power Port
The Power port (marked “12VDC”) is used to connect the Print Server to an electrical wall outlet via the Power adapter.
P2, P3 Ports
The P2 and P3 ports are USB ports used to connect a USB printer to the Print Server.
P1 Port
The P1 port is a parallel port used to connect a parallel printer to the Print Server.
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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 Reset button for 15 seconds.

Technical Support

Actiontec Electronics prides itself on making durable, high-quality, high-perfor­mance products. If you need assistance, the Actiontec Technical Support Department is available all day every day to provide professional support.
Actiontec Electronics, Inc.
760 N. Mary Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Technical Support
Phone: (USA) 1-888-436-0657
E-mail: http://support.actiontec.com/email_support/support_form.php
Internet: www.actiontec.com/support
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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 computer:
1. Remove the Print Server from the package.
2. Insert one end of an Ethernet cable in the “LAN” port of the Print Server, and
the other end in an Ethernet port on the back of the computer.
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3. Plug the large end of the Power cord into an electrical wall outlet, and the
smaller end in the Power (marked “12VDC”) on the back of the Print Server.
4. Make sure the Power and LAN lights on the front panel of the Print Server are
blinking or glowing steadily.
The Print Server is connected to a computer. Next, go to “Configuring the Print Server,” below.

Configuring the Print Server

To configure the Print Server:
1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. When the
window shown below appears, click Install Print Server Manager.
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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.
5. The “Select Program Folder” window appears. Click Next.
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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 properly, then click Refresh. When the Print Server is located, click Next.
7. The “Name the print server” window appears. Enter a name for the Print
Server in the “Alias Name” text box, then click Next.
8. The “Network protocol configuration” window appears. If needed, change any
of the network settings. However, Actiontec recommends leaving the TCP/IP settings unchanged. Click Next.
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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 restarts, from the desktop, select Start, Programs,
Actiontec Print Server, and Print Server Configuration.
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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. Enter the username and password (default user-
name is “admin,” and default password is “1234”). Click OK.
15. The “Set Your Wireless Adapter Mode” window appears. Select Infrastructure
Mode by clicking in the appropriate circle, then click Next.
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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 (SSID)” window appears. Select the name of the
wireless network to which the Print Server will connect. Click Next.
18. The “Wireless Security” window appears. Enter the security settings (if neces-
sary) needed to join the wireless network, then click Next.
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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 sure the settings are cor-
rect, then click Save.
21. In the popup window that appears, click Yes.
22. Back in the Actiontec Print Server Manager window, click Reboot in the toolbar.
After the computer restarts, the Print Server is connected and configured. Next, go to “Configuring the Printer’s Settings” on the next page.
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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-click on the name of the printer and from the menu that appears, select Properties.
2. In the “Printer Properties” window, select Ports. From the “Port” list, select the
PrintServer Network Port that corresponds to the Print Server port to which
the printer will be connected. In the example below, the “P3” port (one of the Print Server’s USB ports) has been selected. Click Apply, then Close.
The printer is now configured properly. Next, go to “Connecting the Printer,” on the next page.
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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 port selected in step 2 of “Configuring the Printer’s Settings.”
3. Plug the Power cord back into the Power port of the Print Server.
4. Make sure the Power and WLAN lights are blinking or glowing steadily.
The Print Server is now connected to a printer and wireless router, and configured for use.
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Using the Print
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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, and Print Server Configuration.
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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 the bottom of the screen is an event monitor, which lists any actions performed while using the Print Server Manager. There are a series of icons in the tool bar across the top of the window: Status, Setup, Wizard, Report, Refresh, Reboot, and Search.

Status

To check the status of the Print Server, highlight it in the left pane, then click Status. This generates the “Status” screen in upper right pane of the Print Server Manager window, which displays information about the Print Server. None of these settings can be changed from here.
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MAC ID
“MAC ID” displays the MAC (Media Access Control) address of the Print Server.
Model Type
“Model Type” displays the Print Server’s model number.
Version
Version displays the Print Server’s firmware version.
Print Port
To display the status of the Print Server’s ports, click the “+” icon next to “Print Port.”
Netware
To display the status of the Print Server’s Netware connection, click the “+” icon next to “Netware.” The connection’s “File Server Name,” “Polling Time,” and “Attached Queue” status will be displayed.
TCP/IP
To display the status of the Print Server’s TCP/IP connection, click the “+” icon next to “TCP/IP.” The Print Server’s “IP Address,” “Subnet Mask,” “Gateway,” and “DHCP server” status will be displayed.
Apple Talk
To display the status of the Print Server’s Apple Talk connection, click the “+” icon next to “Apple Talk.” The Print Server’s “Zone” and “Printer Type” status will be displayed.
System
To display the status of the Print Server’s System, click the “+” icon next to “System.” The Print Server’s “Raw Print,” “IPP Print,” “LPR Print,” “Apple Talk Printing,” “Network Binary Printing,” “SMB.” and “SNMP” status will be displayed.
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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 window, which displays various configuration options. Double­click on one of the configuration icons to make changes.
General
Double-clicking the “General” icon in the Setup screen generates the “General” window.
Device Info
The “Device Info” text box displays the Print Server’s “MAC ID” (MAC address”), “Type” (model number), “Version” (firmware version), and “Port No.”
Print Server Name
The “Print Server Name” text box displays the Print Server’s network name. To change the name, highlight the current name, then enter a different name.
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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 a user name and password to allow access to the Print Server’s Web Administrator tool (see chapter 4):
1. Activate “Set User Name/Password” by clicking in the appropriate check box.
2. Enter a user name in the “User Name” text box.
3. Enter a password in the “Password” text box.
4. Re-enter the password in the “Retype Password” text box.
5. Click Save.
Save/Cancel
After making changes in the General window, click Save to save them. Click Cancel to discard any changes made.
TCP/IP
Double-clicking the “TCP/IP” icon in the Setup screen generates the “TCP/IP” win- dow. There are two configurations in this window:
IP:
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