Epson Stylus C82WN Setup Guide

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EPSON Stylus C82WN

Setup and Installation

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Contents

INTRODUCTION 1

Wireless Printing 2
Windows System Requirements 4
Macintosh System Requirements 5
Where to Get Information 6

SETTING UP YOUR PRINTER 7

Unpacking the Printer 8
Installing the Ink Cartridges 9
Loading Paper 11
Running a Printer Check 11

CONFIGURING WIRELESS PRINTING FOR WINDOWS 13

Preparing to Install 14
Installing the C82WN Software 15

Installing the Printer Driver and Status Monitor 16
Installing the EpsonNet Wireless Print Server and WP-Admin Utility 17

Setting Up the Print Server 18

Connecting the Print Server 18
Configuring the Print Server 20
Completing the Installation 23

Setting Up a Network Port 25

Setting Up a Network Port on Windows XP or 2000 25
Setting Up a Network Port on Windows Me, 98, or 95 27
Setting Up a Network Port on Windows NT 29

Setting Up Additional Computers 30

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CONFIGURING WIRELESS PRINTING FOR MACINTOSH 31

Preparing to Install 32
Installing the C82WN Software 33

Installing the Printer Software on Mac OS X 34
Installing the Printer Software on Mac OS 8.6 to 9.x 35
Installing the EpsonNet Wireless Print Server and WP-Admin Utility 36

Setting Up the Print Server 37

Connecting the Print Server 37
Configuring the Print Server 39
Adding the Printer to the Mac OS X Print Center 41
Selecting the Printer on Mac OS 8.6 to 9.x 42

Setting Up Additional Macintosh Computers 42

SOLVING WIRELESS PRINTING PROBLEMS 43

Problems and Solutions 44
Uninstalling the Software 50

Windows 50

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Macintosh OS X 51
Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x 51

Where To Get Help 52

APPENDIX A:
CONFIGURATION SETTINGS 53

APPENDIX B:
SPECIFICATIONS AND NOTICES 59

Print Server Specifications 59
Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty 60
FCC Compliance Statement 62

INDEX 63

Introduction

Your EPSON Stylus® C82WN printer combines all the features of EPSON’s
exclusive ink jet technology—extremely fast print speeds, ultra-sharp text, vibrant

™

colors, and long-lasting DuraBrite

■ You can print from any computer on your existing network, if the network

includes a wireless access point.

■ Even without an existing network, you can print from any wireless-equipped

Windows® PC or laptop, Macintosh,® Apple® iBook,™ or PowerBook,® from
distances up to 120 feet.

The EpsonNet 802.11b Wireless Print Server included with the printer is compatible
with most wireless adapters and access points that comply with the WiFi™ (Wireless
Fidelity) standard. This book provides all the instructions you’ll need for setting up
the printer, installing the software, and configuring your system for wireless printing.

ink—with a wireless print server.

1

Wireless Printing

The EPSON Stylus C82WN is designed for use in a small office, home, or school
network. On a wired network like the one illustrated below, the computers and other
equipment share information through a series of cables.

Computers

Cable/DSL modem

Router

With a wireless network, you share information between computers and printers
using radio waves, similar to the technology used in cordless phones. You can place
the EPSON Stylus C82WN in a convenient location and print to it without having to
connect it to your computer or network.

You can add the EPSON Stylus C82WN to your network either with or without a
wireless access point (or AirPort™ Base Station).

If you have an access point/base station, both wired and wireless-equipped computers
can print to the printer. An access point might also allow computers to share other
resources, such as Internet access.

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The illustration below shows a wireless network that uses an access point.

Printer

Wireless
print server

Cable/ DSL modem

Access point or
AirPort Base Station

Wireless
laptop

Computers on
LAN (Local
Area Network)

If you don’t have an access point, you can still print to the EPSON Stylus C82WN
from any desktop computer or laptop that has a wireless adapter. In the illustration
below, both wireless-equipped computers communicate directly with the print server.

Printer

Wireless
computers

Wireless print
server

Before you can set up your EPSON Stylus C82WN, you need to decide how you
will use it: either with an access point (in infrastructure mode), or without an access
point (in ad hoc mode, also called ad hoc 802.11b, computer-to-computer, and
peer-to-peer).

Introduction 3

Windows System Requirements

For wireless printing with the EPSON Stylus C82WN, make sure each computer
meets the following requirements:

■ A Microsoft

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Windows compatible PC or laptop with a Pentium®-equivalent

processor, 333 MHz or faster recommended

■ Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT

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4.0, Windows 2000,

or Windows XP

■ 64MB of RAM (128MB recommended)

■ 100MB of free hard disk space (200MB or more recommended)

■ VGA or better display adapter and monitor (SVGA for Windows XP)

■ CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the printer software

In addition, each computer needs to be connected to an existing wired network that
has a wireless access point, or needs to have a wireless adapter installed.

■ An access point may be combined with a hub or router or may be a separate

unit. For a current list of supported access points, see EPSON’s web site at:
http://support.epson.com.

■ Wireless adapters can be installed in a PCMCIA slot on a laptop, a PCI slot in a

desktop computer, or connected through a USB port.

Make sure your wireless adapter(s) work in ad hoc mode if you want to print
without an access point. For a list of supported adapters, see EPSON’s web site at:
http://support.epson.com.

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Macintosh System Requirements

For wireless printing with the EPSON Stylus C82WN, make sure each Macintosh
meets the following requirements:

■ An Apple iBook, iMac,

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PowerBook G3 or G4, Power Mac G4 Cube, or

Power Mac G3 or G4

■ Mac

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OS 8.6 through 9.x; OS X 10.1 or later (Mac OS 9.1 or later

recommended)

■ For Mac OS 8.6 through 9.x: 32MB of available RAM (64MB recommended)

For Mac OS X: 128MB RAM (256MB recommended)

■ 100MB of free hard disk space (200MB recommended)

■ VGA display or better

■ CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the printer software

In addition, each computer either needs to have a wireless adapter installed, or needs
to be connected to an existing wired network that has a wireless access point or
AirPort Base Station.

Note: If you are using AirPort, EPSON recommends that you use the print server
with an access point or AirPort Base Station. With AirPort, your print server works
more reliably in infrastructure mode.

Make sure the access point supports AppleTalk.® For a list of supported access

■

points, see EPSON’s web site at: http://support.epson.com.

■ For computers not connected to a wired network, you need an AirPort card or

Macintosh-compatible wireless adapter. Make sure your card or adapter works in
ad hoc mode if you want to print without an access point. For a list of supported
adapters, see EPSON’s web site at: http://support.epson.com.

■ If you are using an AirPort card or the AirPort Base Station, use AirPort software

version 2.04 or later.

Introduction 5

Where to Get Information

Use this booklet to set up and configure your EPSON Stylus C82WN for wireless
network printing. Please follow these guidelines:

Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.

Notes contain important information about your printer.

For additional information, check the following:

■ Start Here

Fast-track instructions for setting up your printer and configuring your network
for wireless printing.

■ Printer Basics

Tells you how to print all types of documents and photos with Windows or on a
Macintosh, maintain the printer, and solve basic problems.

■ Your on-screen EPSON Printer Information Center

Gives you quick, on-screen access to information about your printer. It includes
EPSON Print Show animated tutorials on loading special paper, replacing ink
cartridges, and other tasks. It also includes your on-screen Reference Guide for
additional information about your printer. See Printer Basics for instructions on
viewing the Print Show animations and Reference Guide.

■ On-screen software help

If you need assistance as you use the printer software, click the Help button.

■ http://support.epson.com

You can receive technical advice through e-mail and access troubleshooting
information, software updates, and new print server firmware. Information about
configuring the print server for NetWare
protocols is also available.

If you still need help after checking these sources, you can speak to a technical support
representative or take advantage of EPSON’s automated support services as described
on page 52.

6 Introduction

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environments and other network

Setting Up Your Printer

This chapter describes how to unpack and set up your printer.

You can locate the printer and print server anywhere in your home or office.
However, keep in mind that walls and ceilings will weaken the signal between your
print server, computer(s), and access point, and that the print server must be within
120 feet of your other equipment.

Make sure you choose a location away from high temperatures, direct sunlight,
humidity, and dust. Do not place the print server on a metal surface or near other
devices that might cause interference, such as cordless phones operating at 2.4 GHz,
microwave ovens, or Bluetooth™ devices.

Follow the instructions in these sections:

■ Unpacking the printer

■ Installing the ink cartridges

■ Loading paper

■ Running a printer check

7

Unpacking the Printer

Follow these steps to unpack the printer, remove the packaging material, and attach
the paper support:

1. Take everything out of the box. Make sure you have all the items shown here:

Printer software

Print server
power supply

Print server
base

Printer Basics

Parallel cable

Print
server

CD-ROM

Ink cartridges

2. Remove all the tape and packing material from
the printer, as shown.

Be sure to check inside and all around the printer
for tape and other packing materials.

Paper support

Printer

8 Setting Up Your Printer

Caution: Make sure you follow all the Safety Instructions listed in the Printer
Basics book.

3. Slide the paper suport into the
grooves on either side of the sheet
feeder.

The paper support should fit
securely.

Installing the Ink Cartridges

Follow these steps to plug in the printer, turn it on, and install the ink cartridges:

1. Plug the printer’s power cord into a grounded
electrical outlet.

2. Press the P power button until the green power
light comes on.

Caution: Always use the P power button to turn the
printer on or off. Never use an external switch, such as
a power strip switch or wall switch.

3. Lower the printer’s output tray and open the cover.

Warning: Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of
children. If ink gets on your skin, wash the area
thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets in your
eyes, flush them immediately with water.

Power button

Setting Up Your Printer 9

4. Shake the package of ink cartridges four or five times. Then
remove the cartridges from the package. Don’t shake them
after removing the packaging.

Caution: Don’t remove the cartridge labels, or ink may leak.
Don’t touch the green circuit boards on the back of the
cartridges.

5. Lower each ink cartridge into its holder. The
color of the cartridge label should match the
marker on the holder.

Note: Install all four ink cartridges, and leave
them installed for all types of printing, or the
printer won’t work.

6. Gently push each cartridge down until it is
firmly seated.

Tip: Press the “bull’s-eye” on the cartridge
label to make sure the cartridge is all the way down.

7. Press the H ink button and close the printer
cover.

Ink charging takes about 90 seconds. You
see the green P power light flash and hear
the printer working. Don’t turn off the
printer during this process or you’ll waste
ink.

Ink button

Caution: Never turn off the printer when the
green P power light is flashing, unless the
printer hasn’t moved or made any noise for
more than 5 minutes.

10 Setting Up Your Printer

Loading Paper

1. Fan a few sheets of paper and place them
against the right edge guide. Don’t push
the paper in.

2. Slide the left edge guide against the paper,
but not too tightly.

Don’t load paper above the arrow inside
the edge guides.

Make sure the paper lies flat against the
paper support.

3. Pull out the output tray extensions.

Don’t load paper above the arrow

Running a Printer Check

Before you connect the printer, print a test page to make sure the printer is working
properly. Make sure letter-size or larger paper is loaded in the printer.

1. Press the P power button to turn off the printer.

2. Hold down the ) paper button as you press and release the P power button.

3. Continue holding down the ) paper button until the P power light starts
flashing, then release it.

The printer prints a sheet showing its ROM version number, ink counter, and a
nozzle check pattern.

If the test page doesn’t print, check for any red lights on the printer. See the “Problem
Solving” chapter in the Printer Basics book for guidelines. If none of the solutions
work, contact EPSON as described on page 52.

Once the printer is set up and has ink and paper, you’re ready to install the software
and connect the print server. See the next section for instructions.

Setting Up Your Printer 11

12 Setting Up Your Printer

Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows

This chapter explains how to install the software, set up the print server, and
configure wireless printing in Windows. It also explains how to set up additional
computers to use the printer on a wireless network.

Before you can install the print server, you need to make sure that your wireless
network adapter(s) are installed and ready. If you have an existing network, you also
need to verify that your access point is operating correctly and linked to your network
adapters. If you need instructions, see the documentation or help files that came with
your equipment.

Then follow the instructions in these sections:

■ Preparing to install the printer and print server

■ Installing the C82WN software

■ Setting up and configuring the print server

■ Setting up a network port

■ Setting up additional computers

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Preparing to Install

Make sure you do the following to prepare for installation:

■ Follow the instructions beginning on page 7 to set up the printer, install ink

cartridges, and load paper.

■ If your computer has a wireless network interface, make sure the wireless mode is

set to Infrastructure (if you are connecting to the printer through an access
point), or 802.11b Ad Hoc (if you are connecting without an access point). For
instructions, see the documentation or online help for your wireless adapter.

Note: Do not select a pseudo ad hoc or proprietary ad hoc mode.

Make sure you have selected the correct network name or SSID (Service Set

■

Identifier).

■ In Windows XP, check your Wireless Network Connection Properties and make

sure your settings are correct.

■ If you’re using WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) encryption on your wireless

network, you need to temporarily disable WEP on your computer. This allows
you to connect to and configure the print server. Follow the instructions in your
wireless adapter’s documentation.

Be sure to write down the WEP key used on your network. After you configure
the print server, you can enable WEP on your computer again.

Note: If your access point only allows WEP-enabled clients to connect to it, you
may have to set your computer’s wireless mode to 802.11b Ad Hoc before you
configure the print server.

■

If you’re going to use the printer in ad hoc mode, note the IP address of your
computer. (For instructions on viewing a computer’s IP address, see page 54.)

■ If your computer has a wireless network interface and you’re using infrastructure

mode, make sure there is a link with good signal strength (greater than 50
percent) between the computer and the access point. See your wireless adapter’s
documentation for details.

14 Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows

Installing the C82WN Software

Your printer CD-ROM includes the following software:

■ EPSON Stylus C82WN printer driver

You must install the printer driver on every computer that uses the EPSON Stylus
C82WN printer. This software controls print settings and provides several
utilities for printer maintenance. For instructions on using your printer driver, see
the Printer Basics book.

■ EPSON Status Monitor

This program keeps track of the ink levels in the printer and notifies you when
paper runs out or gets jammed.

■ WP-Admin

This utility lets you configure the print server for your network. You only need to
install it on one computer, and in most cases, it is the only configuration utility
you need to install.

■ EpsonNet Direct Print

This software, which sets up a network printer port, must be installed on every
Windows Me, 98, or 95 computer that uses the printer.

■ EPSON Software

™

Film Factory

™

This photo management program lets you organize, beautify, and print your
photos in a flash.

■ EPSON Printer Information Center

This program includes Print Show animated tutorials and a comprehensive
reference guide for your printer.

■ XAdmin32

This utility lets you configure the print server for a Novell® NetWare network
and perform more advanced configuration for other protocols.

■ Your print server also comes with a built-in web-based configuration utility,

which enables you to change configuration settings from any computer on the
wireless network that supports a standard web browser. You must configure the
print server using WP-Admin or XAdmin32 before you can use this utility.

Note: To use the print server’s built-in configuration utility, just start your web
browser and enter the print server’s IP address in the browser’s Address box. For
more information, visit EPSON’s web site at http://support.epson.com.

Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows 15

Installing the Printer Driver and Status Monitor

1. Insert your printer CD-ROM in the
drive. You see the EPSON Installation
Program.

If you don’t see this window, go to

My Computer, then double-click the

Epson CD-ROM icon.

2. Double-click Install EPSON Stylus

C82WN Printer Driver

3. Read the license agreement and click

Accept to continue.

The files are copied to your computer.

4. When you see this window, wait until
you see the Stop searching button, then
click Stop searching. (The button will
take a few minutes to appear.)

.

More files are copied.

5. When you see this message, click

OK.

6. When you see the Product Registration screen,
follow the instructions to register your printer.
At the last screen, click

Done or close your

browser.

You see the Installation Program again.

16 Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows

Click Stop searching

7. Double-click Install EPSON Status Monitor and wait while the files are copied
to your computer. Click

OK when setup is complete.

8. Continue with the instructions below to install the EpsonNet Wireless Print
Server and WP-Admin utility.

Installing the EpsonNet Wireless Print Server and WP-Admin Utility

Once the printer driver and Status Monitor are installed, you’re ready to install the
EpsonNet Wireless Print Server and WP-Admin utility.

1. Double-click Install EpsonNet Wireless Print Server Utilities on the
Installation Program screen.

2. If you see this message, click Continue.

Caution: You must install the Java Runtime
Environment if it’s not already installed on your
computer.

3. When you see the license agreement, read it and click Yes to continue. Follow the
instructions on the screen.

You see a selection window:

4. Select Program Files and

WP-Admin, and click Next.

You see the Wireless Server Search
window:

5. Follow the instructions in the next section to set
up and connect the print server.

Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows 17

Setting Up the Print Server

Once the software is installed, you’re ready to connect the print server to the printer
and configure it for your network. Before you start, make sure the printer is turned
off.

Connecting the Print Server

1. Slide the print server into the base and press firmly to
attach it.

2. Locate the parallel cable included with
the printer. Connect the larger end of
the cable to the printer’s parallel port.

Then secure it with the wire clips.

3. Connect the other end of the cable to
the parallel port on the print server and secure it
as necessary.

18 Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows

4. Connect the power supply to the print server.

5. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet.
Both the green and yellow lights come on for a
moment and then go out.

Note: If the green light blinks continuously in a
regular pattern, try unplugging the print server. If
you still see the light blinking after you plug it in
again, contact EPSON as described on page 52.

6. Press the P power button on the printer to turn
it on.

7. To test the connection between the print server and printer, press the test button
for one second and release it.

The status page prints.

Note: If you hold the test button down, you may reset
the print server. If you do this, wait for the print
server’s lights to go out, then press the button again
and release it immediately to print the status page.

■

If the print server status page prints, you’re
ready to configure your system for wireless
printing. Make sure you save the status page for
reference, and see the next section for
instructions.

■ If the status page doesn’t print, make sure the printer is ready and is not out of

ink or paper. (See page 11 for instructions on running a printer check.) Then
turn off the printer, unplug the print server, and check the cable connections
at both ends. Plug the server back in, turn on the printer, and press the test
button again. If the test page still doesn’t print, contact EPSON as described
on page 52.

Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows 19

8. Check the following information on the status page:

■ Note the WiFi Channel and Mode, and the Actual SSID. If the SSID does

not match your network, your print server may be picking up signals from
somewhere else. You can correct this when you configure the print server.

■ Under NETWORK STATISTICS, make sure you see numbers indicating

that the print server has received and transmitted data. If only zeroes appear,
your print server may not be working correctly. Try holding down the print
server’s test button for at least five seconds to reset it. If it is still not working,
contact EPSON as described on page 52.

9. Continue with the following instructions to configure the print server.

Configuring the Print Server

After your print server is set up and plugged in, you’re ready to configure it for your
network.

1. On the Wireless Server Search screen click

START.

WP-Admin picks up the signal from the print server and displays information like
the following:

This information
appears when the
server is found

Note: If WP-Admin fails to pick up a signal from the print server, try holding down
the print server’s test button for at least five seconds to reset it. The lights go out,
then both the green and yellow lights come on briefly. The yellow light remains
on when your network has a connection to the print server.

If it still fails to pick up a signal, check the solutions beginning on page 44.

20 Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows

This number
indicates the
signal strength

If WP-Admin picks up a signal from more than one print server, select the
connection that matches the MAC address on the back of your print server.

2. Check the signal strength to make sure you have a strong link to the print server.

When you have a link, click

CONFIGURE.

You see the password window:

Click OK

Note: If you see the message Wireless Communication Failed, click OK, then
click CONFIGURE again. If you continue to see this message, move the print
server closer to your computer and access point, if you have one. Also, move it
away from large metal objects and devices such as cordless phones or
microwave ovens. See page 44 for more information.

3. Click OK on the password window. (The default password is null, or blank.)

The print server automatically detects the settings for your wireless network. You
see the Wireless Server Configuration screen:

Note: For descriptions of all the settings on this screen, see Appendix A.

Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows 21

4. Note the IP Address that appears on the screen.

If the address is 192.0.0.192, you will need to enter a new address, as described
below.

If any other number appears here, the address has been assigned by your existing
network, through a technology called DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration
Protocol). In most cases, you can leave this setting as it is, and skip to step 7.

5. If

192.0.0.192 appears in the IP Address box and you are not using DHCP, enter

an address that will work with your computer(s) and network.

For example, if your computer’s IP address is 192.189.207.3, the print server’s IP
address should begin with 192.189.207. The last part of the address can be any
number between 1 and 254 except 3 or 4.

See page 54 for instructions on viewing your computer’s IP address.

6. In most cases, you can leave the Boot Method set to Auto.

If you entered an IP address manually, set the Boot Method to STATIC.

7. If your existing network uses WEP encryption, do the following:

■ Select either 64BIT or 128BIT in the WEP Key box, depending on which

version of WEP your network supports.

■ Enter your WEP key in either the 128Bit Key 1 box or the 64Bit Key 1 box.

Note: You can enter up to four WEP keys on the screen. (Changing your WEP
key periodically adds to network security.) To communicate, every node on the
network must use the same WEP key. For more information about WEP keys,
check the documentation for your wireless adapter or access point.

■

If you’re using an access point, set the Wireless Mode to Infrastructure.
(Remember to enable WEP and reset the wireless mode on your computer
when you’re done configuring the print server.)

8. Make sure the SSID matches your network’s name or SSID. If it doesn’t match,
your print server may have received an IP address from another access point.
Change the SSID to match the network you want to use.

22 Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows

9. Make any other changes you want and click OK.

For example, you might want to change the Server Name to something that is
easy to remember, or enter a password to limit access to the Configuration screen.

Continue with the instructions in the next section to complete the configuration and
installation.

Completing the Installation

After you finish configuring the print
server and click OK, you see the
Wireless Server Search window again:

1. Click QUIT.

You see the following:

2. Click Finish.

Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows 23

You see the Installation Program
again:

3. Double-click

Information Center

Install EPSON Printer

.

Follow the on-screen instructions to
install the information center. Once
it is installed, you can click the icon
on your desktop at any time to view
Print Show animated tutorials or a
comprehensive Reference Guide.

4. If you want to install Film Factory,
double-click Install EPSON

Software Film Factory

and follow

the instructions on the screen.

If you see a message about installing QuickTime,® click Yes and follow the
instructions on the screen. You don’t need a registration number.

5. If you’re using Windows Me, 98, or 95, double-click Install EpsonNet Direct

Print Utility.

(You won’t see this option in Windows XP or 2000.)

Follow the on-screen instructions to install the utility and restart your computer.

6. Click the button to exit the installation program.

Note: Now that you’ve installed WP-Admin, you can change the print server’s
configuration at any time. To start WP-Admin from the Windows Start menu, click
Programs or All Programs > Epson Printers > EpsonNet Wireless > WP-Admin.

Now you’re ready to set up a network port so that your computer can use the printer
over the wireless network. Continue with the instructions in the next section.

24 Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows

Setting Up a Network Port

The steps for setting up a network port vary depending on your operating system.
Before you begin, print a status page and note the IP address of your print server.
Make sure the printer driver and status monitor are installed, as described on page 16.

Then follow the instructions in one of these sections:

■ If you’re using Windows XP or 2000, follow the steps below.

■ If you’re using Windows Me, 98, or 95, go to page 27.

■ If you’re using Windows NT, go to page 29.

Setting Up a Network Port on Windows XP or 2000

The process of setting up a network port is similar on Windows XP and Windows

2000. Although this section shows Windows XP, you’ll see similar screens in
Windows 2000. For either system, make sure you are logged in to the computer as an
administrator.

1. Do one of the following:

■ In Windows XP, click Start > Control Panel > Printers and Other

Hardware > Printers and Faxes.

■ In Windows 2000, click Start > Settings > Printers.

2. Right-click the

3. On the Ports tab, click

EPSON Stylus C82 Series printer icon, then click Properties.

Add Port. You see this

window:

4. Select

Standard TCP/IP Port and click New

Port

. You see the Add Standard TCP/IP

Printer Port wizard.

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5. Click Next. You see a window like
this:

6. In the

Printer Name or IP Address

box, enter the print server’s name or
IP address and click

Next.

7. Follow the instructions on the screen
to complete the wizard.

8. Click

Close to close the Printer Ports

window, then click Apply on the
Properties window.

9. To test the connection, select the General tab and click Print Test Page.

If the test page prints, click OK to close the Properties window.

If it fails to print, try the following:

■ Make sure that the printer and print server are connected, plugged in, and

turned on.

■ Check the printer to see if a red light is on or flashing, indicating that paper or

ink is out, or paper is jammed. See Printer Basics for details.

■ Check WP-Admin to make sure you have a signal (see page 20).

■ Make sure you’ve entered the correct name or IP address in step 6.

■ Make sure you clicked Apply in step 8.

Now you’re ready to start printing. For instructions, see Printer Basics.

26 Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows

Setting Up a Network Port on Windows Me, 98, or 95

You need to install the EpsonNet Direct Print Utility for wireless printing on any
computer running Windows Me, 98, or 95. If you haven’t already installed the utility,
follow the instructions on page 24 before you set up your port, as described below.

1. From the Start menu, click Settings > Printers.

2. Right-click the EPSON Stylus C82

Series
Properties. Click the Details tab to

display a window like this:

printer icon, and then click

3. Click

4. On the Add Port window, make sure

Add Port on the Details tab.

You see the Add Port window:

Network is selected, then click Browse.

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You see the Browse for Printer window:

5. Click the + next to Entire Network, then
click the

+ next to Epson_lpr and select the

Stylus C82 printer.

(Make sure the IP address matches your print
server’s IP address.)

6. Click OK, then click OK again.

7. Click

Apply on the Details tab.

8. To test the connection, click the General
tab and click

Print Test Page. Wait for the

page to print.

If the test page prints, click Yes, then click OK to close the Properties window.

If it fails to print, try the following:

■ Make sure the printer and print server are connected and both are turned on.

■ Check the printer to see if a red light is on or flashing, indicating that paper or

ink is out, or paper is jammed. See Printer Basics for details.

■ Check WP-Admin to make sure you have a signal (see page 20).

■ Make sure you selected the correct printer in step 5.

■ Make sure you clicked Apply in step 7.

Now you’re ready to print. For instructions, see Printer Basics.

28 Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows

Setting Up a Network Port on Windows NT

Make sure you have Microsoft TCP/IP Printing installed on your computer before
you begin.

1. From the Start menu, click

Settings > Printers.

2. Right-click the EPSON Stylus C82 Series printer icon and then click

Properties.

3. On the Port tab, click Add Port. You see the
Printer Ports window:

4. Select LPR Port and click New Port.

You see a window like
this:

5. Enter the server’s IP
address in the Name or

address of server
providing lpd
on that server

box, and the server name in the Name of printer or print queue

box. Then click OK.

6. Click Close to close the Printer Ports window.

7. Click

OK to close the Properties window.

8. Right-click the EPSON Stylus C82 Series printer icon in the Printers window
and click

Properties.

9. To test the connection, select the General tab and click Print Test Page.

If the test page prints, click OK to close the Properties window.

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If it fails to print, try the following:

■ Make sure that the printer and print server are connected and that

both are on.

■ Check the printer to see if a red light is on or flashing, indicating that paper or

ink is out, or paper is jammed. See Printer Basics for details.

■ Check WP-Admin to make sure you have a signal (see page 20).

■ Make sure you entered the correct IP address and server name in step 5.

Now you’re ready to print. For instructions, see Printer Basics.

Setting Up Additional Computers

You need to install the EPSON Stylus C82WN printer driver and status monitor and
configure a network port on every computer using the printer.

■ For computers on a wired network that has a wireless access point, skip to step 3.

■ For computers that have wireless network interfaces, follow all of these steps:

1. Make sure your computer’s wireless mode is set to either Infrastructure, if you
are connecting to the printer through an access point, or 802.11b Ad Hoc if you
are connecting without an access point.

If your wireless adapter doesn’t include an 802.11b Ad Hoc option, select Ad

Hoc

, Computer-to-Computer, or whatever mode your adapter uses to

communicate without an access point. Do not select a pseudo ad hoc or
proprietary ad hoc mode.

2. If you’re using infrastructure mode, make sure there is a link with good signal
strength between the computer and the access point.

3. Follow steps 1 through 7 starting on page 16.

4. If you’re using Windows Me, 98, or 95, double-click Install EpsonNet Direct

Print Utility

on the EPSON Installation Program screen and follow the

instructions to install the utility.

5. Go to page 25 and follow the appropriate set of instructions for setting up a
network port.

30 Configuring Wireless Printing for Windows

Configuring Wireless Printing for Macintosh

This chapter explains how to install the software, set up the print server, and
configure wireless printing on a Macintosh. Once the print server is configured, you
can select and use the printer from any Macintosh on your wireless network that has
the printer driver installed.

Before you can install the print server, you need to make sure that your AirPort
adapters are installed and ready. If you have an existing network, you also need to
verify that your AirPort Base Station is operating correctly and linked to your
computers. If you need instructions, see the documentation or help files that came
with your equipment.

Then follow the instructions in these sections:

■ Preparing to install the printer and print server

■ Installing the C82WN software

■ Setting up and configuring the print server

■ Setting up additional Macintosh computers

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Preparing to Install

Configuring the print server is the process of setting it up to work with your network.
This process begins immediately after you install the software, so it’s important to
make sure your printer is set up before you start installing.

Follow the instructions beginning on page 7 to set up the printer, install ink
cartridges, and load paper. Then follow the guidelines below:

■ Make sure that AirPort is enabled on your Macintosh. If your Macintosh and

AirPort Base Station or access point are connected over an existing Ethernet
network, enable Ethernet.

■ Make sure that both AppleTalk and TCP/IP are enabled and configured to

connect via AirPort.

■ To use the printer in infrastructure mode, select a working connection to a base

station or access point from the AirPort Networks list.

Note: Make sure you note the name of the AirPort Network. If you have a
Windows computer on your wireless network, use this name as your computer’s
SSID (Service Set Identifier). For instructions on setting the SSID, see the
documentation for the wireless adapter in your Windows computer.

■

To use the printer in computer-to-computer (ad hoc) mode, create or join a
computer-to-computer network. See your AirPort documentation for details.

Note: EPSON recommends that you use the print server with an AirPort Base
Station or access point. With AirPort, your print server works more reliably in
infrastructure mode than computer-to-computer (ad hoc) mode.

■

If you want to use WEP encryption on your AirPort network, you need to change
your password to a hexadecimal value. Follow the instructions beginning on
page 48 to install and configure your software.

32 Configuring Wireless Printing for Macintosh

■ If you’re using a non-AirPort wireless adapter, make sure your Macintosh

computer’s wireless mode is set correctly. Set it to

Infrastructure if you are

connecting through an access point, or 802.11b Ad Hoc if you are connecting
without an access point.

If your adapter does not include an
mode to

Ad Hoc, Computer-to-Computer, or whatever mode your adapter uses

802.11b Ad Hoc option, set the wireless

to communicate without an access point. Do not select a pseudo ad hoc or
proprietary ad hoc mode. See the documentation for your wireless adapter for
details.

If you’re using infrastructure mode, make sure there is a link with good signal
strength (greater than 50 percent) between the Macintosh and base station or
access point. See your wireless adapter’s documentation for details.

If you’re configuring the print server from a Macintosh with a non-AirPort
wireless adapter, make sure WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is disabled before
you begin. See the documentation for your wireless adapter for instructions.

Installing the C82WN Software

Your printer CD-ROM includes the following software:

■ EPSON Stylus C82WN printer driver

You must install the printer driver on every Macintosh that uses the EPSON
Stylus C82WN printer. This software controls print settings, monitors printer
status, and provides several utilities for printer maintenance. For instructions on
using your printer driver, see the Printer Basics book.

■ WP-Admin

This utility lets you configure the print server for your network. You only need to
install it on one Macintosh, and in most cases it is the only configuration utility
you need to install.

■ EPSON Software Film Factory

This photo management program lets you organize, beautify, and print your
photos in a flash.

Configuring Wireless Printing for Macintosh 33

EPSON Printer Information Center

■

This program includes Print Show animated tutorials and a comprehensive
reference guide for your printer.

■ The print server also comes with a built-in web-based configuration utility. This

lets you change configuration settings from any computer on the wireless network
that supports a standard web browser. You must configure the print server using
WP-Admin before you can use the utility.

Note: To use the print server’s web-based configuration utility, start your web
browser and enter the print server’s IP address. For more information about the
web-based utility, visit EPSON’s web site at http://support.epson.com.

Installing the Printer Software on Mac OS X

1. Insert the printer CD-ROM in your drive. Double-click the CD-ROM icon to
open it.

2. Open the Software for OSX folder, then double-click the C82Series icon
to start the installation program.

3. Enter your administrator
password or Passphrase if
necessary. You see the
software installer window:

4. Click Continue.

5. Read the license agreement
and click Continue, then
click Agree.

6. Follow the instructions on
the screen to install the
printer driver and restart
your Macintosh.

7. Open the

Printer lnformation Center icon. Follow the instructions on the screen to install

Software for OS X folder if necessary, then double-click the

your EPSON Printer Information Center.

Once it is installed, you can click the icon on your desktop at any time to view
animated tutorials or a comprehensive Reference Guide.

34 Configuring Wireless Printing for Macintosh

8. If you want to install Film Factory, double-click Film Factory Installer and
follow the on-screen instructions.

9. Continue with the instructions on page 36 to install the wireless print server and
WP-Admin utility.

Installing the Printer Software on Mac OS 8.6 to 9.x

1. Insert the printer CD-ROM in your drive. Double-click the CD icon to open it if
necessary.

2. Double-click the Software for OS 8.6-9.x folder, then double-click the Printer

Driver Installer folder.

3. Double-click the Stylus C82WN Installer icon to start the installation
program.

4. Click Continue. You see the
Driver Installer window:

5. Click Install, then follow the
instructions on the screen to
install the printer driver and
restart your Macintosh.

6. Double-click the OS 8.6-9.x
folder to open it. Double-click
the Epson Electronic

Registration

folder, then
double-click Epson Product Registration. Follow the instructions on the screen
to register your printer, then click Quit or close your browser.

7. Double-click the

Printer Information Center icon. Follow the instructions on the screen to install

Printer Information Center folder, then double-click the

your EPSON Printer Information Center.

Once it is installed, you can click the icon on your desktop at any time to view
animated tutorials or a comprehensive Reference Guide.

8. If you want to install Film Factory, double-click the Film Factory folder, then
double-click

Film Factory Installer and follow the on-screen instructions.

Configuring Wireless Printing for Macintosh 35

9. Continue with the instructions below to install the wireless print server and
WP-Admin utility.

Installing the EpsonNet Wireless Print Server and WP-Admin Utility

1. Do one of the following:

■ If you’re using Mac OS X, double-click the Wireless Utility Installer

icon.

■ If you’re using Mac OS 9.x, double-click the Install Wireless Utility folder,

then double-click the Wireless Utility Installer icon.

You see the install window:

2. Click Next.

3. Read the license agreement.
Click Next to accept the
agreement and continue.

4. Follow the instructions
on the screen to install the
print server and WP-Admin
utility.

5. At the last screen, click

Done.

You see the Wireless Server Search
window:

6. Follow the instructions in the next
section to set up and connect the print
server.

36 Configuring Wireless Printing for Macintosh

Setting Up the Print Server

Once the software is installed, you’re ready to connect the print server to the printer
and configure it for your network. Before you start, make sure the printer is turned
off.

Connecting the Print Server

1. Slide the print server into the base and press firmly to
attach it.

2. Locate the parallel cable included
with the printer. Connect the larger
end of the cable to the printer’s
parallel port.

Then secure it with the wire clips.

3. Connect the other end of the cable
to the parallel port on the print server and secure
it as necessary.

Configuring Wireless Printing for Macintosh 37

4. Connect the power supply to the print server.

5. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet.
Both the green and yellow lights come on for a
moment and then go out.

Note: If the green light blinks continuously in a
regular pattern, try unplugging the print server. If
you still see the light blinking after you plug it in
again, contact EPSON as described on page 52.

6. Press the P power button to turn on the printer.

7. To test the connection between the print server
and printer, press the test button for one second
and release it. The status page prints.

Note: If you hold the test button down, you may reset
the print server. If you do this, wait for the print
server’s lights to go out, then press the button again
and release it immediately to print the status page.

■

If the print server status page prints, you’re
ready to configure your system for wireless
printing. Make sure you save the status page for reference, and see the next
section for instructions.

■ If the status page doesn’t print, make sure the printer is ready and is not out of

ink or paper. Then turn off the printer, unplug the print server, and check the
cable connections at both ends. Plug the server back in, turn on the printer,
and press the test button again. If the status page still doesn’t print, contact
EPSON as described on page 52.

8. Check the following information on the status page:

■ Note the WiFi Channel and Mode, and the Actual SSID. If the SSID does

not match your network, your print server may be picking up signals from
somewhere else. You can correct this when you configure the print server.

■ Under NETWORK STATISTICS, make sure you see numbers indicating

that the print server has received and transmitted data. If only zeroes appear,
your print server may not be working correctly. Try holding down the print
server’s test button for at least five seconds to reset it. If it is still not working,
contact EPSON as described on page 52.

38 Configuring Wireless Printing for Macintosh

9. Continue with the following instructions to configure the print server.

Configuring the Print Server

After your print server is set up and plugged in, you’re ready to configure it for your
Macintosh.

1. On the Wireless Server Search screen,
click

START.

WP-Admin picks up the signal from the print server and displays information like
the following:

This information
appears when the
server is found

Note: If WP-Admin fails to pick up a signal from the print server, try holding down
the print server’s test button for five seconds to reset it. The lights go out, then
both the green and yellow lights on the print server come on briefly. The yellow
light remains on when your network has a connection to the print server.

If it still fails to pick up a signal, check the solutions beginning on page 44.

This number
indicates the
signal strength

If WP-Admin picks up a signal from more than one print server, select the
connection that matches the MAC address on the back of your print server.

2. Check the signal strength to make sure you have a strong link to the print server.

3. When you have a link, click

CONFIGURE.

You see the following:

Click OK

Configuring Wireless Printing for Macintosh 39

Note: If you see the message Wireless Communication Failed, click OK. Then
click CONFIGURE again. If you continue to see this message, move the print
server closer to your computer and AirPort Base Station or access point, if you
have one. Also, move it away from large metal objects and devices such as
cordless phones and microwave ovens. For more information, see page 44.

4. Click OK on the Password window. (The default password is null, or blank.)

The print server automatically detects the settings for your wireless network. You
see a screen similar to the one below:

Must be the
name of your
AirPort network

Note: For descriptions of all the settings on the Wireless Server Configuration
screen, see Appendix A.

5. If you want, change the Server Name to something that is easy to remember, or
enter a password to limit access to the Wireless Server Configuration screen.

Note: This password does not affect access to your AirPort network.

6. Make any other changes you want and
click OK. You see the Wireless Server
Search window again:

7. Click

QUIT.

40 Configuring Wireless Printing for Macintosh

8. Follow the instructions below to complete the printer setup for your operating
system.

Adding the Printer to the Mac OS X Print Center

After you install your printer software, you need to add the printer to the OS X Print
Center.

1. Double-click the Applications folder on your OS X drive.

2. Double-click the Utilities folder.

3. Double-click Print Center.

If you see this screen, click Add.
If EPSON Stylus C82 Series
already appears in the printer list,
go to step 6.

4. At the Printer List screen, click

Add Printer.

5. Select EPSON AppleTalk in the Directory Services list at the top of the screen.
Then click your printer in the list that appears and click Add.

Make sure EPSON
AppleTalk is shown
here. . .

click your printer . . .

then click Add

6. Your printer appears in the Printer List. Close Print Center.

You’re ready for wireless printing. For instructions, see Printer Basics.

Note: When you print, make sure Stylus C82 Series (AT) is selected on the
printer settings screen. For details on print settings, click Help.

Configuring Wireless Printing for Macintosh 41

Now that you’ve installed the print server software, you can change the print server’s
configuration at any time. To start WP-Admin, do one of the following:

■ Double-click the WP-Admin alias on your desktop, if you’ve created one.

■ Open the EpsonNet folder in the Applications > Utilities folder on your hard

drive. Then double-click the WP-Admin icon.

Selecting the Printer on Mac OS 8.6 to 9.x

After you install your printer software, you need to select the printer in the Chooser.

1. Open the Chooser from the Apple menu.

2. Click the C82 Series icon, then click the (EPSON Stylus C82 . . .) icon. Turn
on background printing, make sure AppleTalk is active, then close the Chooser.

You’re ready for wireless printing. For instructions, see Printer Basics.

Now that you’ve installed the print server software, you can change the print server’s
configuration at any time. To start WP-Admin, do one of the following:

■ Double-click the WP-Admin alias on your desktop, if you’ve created one.

■ Open the EpsonNet folder in the Applications folder on your hard drive, then

double-click the WP-Admin icon.

Setting Up Additional Macintosh Computers

Once the print server is configured on your wireless network, you need to install the
EPSON Stylus C82WN printer driver on each Macintosh using the printer.

1. Make sure each Macintosh is set up to use the wireless network, as explained on
page 32. If you’re using a non-AirPort wireless adapter, see page 33.

2. Follow the steps to install the printer driver (page 34 for Mac OS X or page 35 for
Mac OS 8.6 to 9.x).

3. Follow the steps on page 41 to add the printer to the Print Center (in Mac OS X)
or the steps above to select the printer in the Chooser (for Mac 8.6 to OS 9.x).

42 Configuring Wireless Printing for Macintosh

Solving Wireless Printing Problems

This chapter gives you information on solving problems with print server setup and
wireless printing. If you have a problem with print quality or paper feeding, see
Printer Basics for help.

Note: If you need to clean or align the print head, follow the instructions in Printer
Basics to run the appropriate utilities. These programs work on your wireless

network the same as they do when the printer is connected directly to a
computer.

If you can’t print, follow these steps to diagnose the problem:

■ First, check for any red lights on the printer. They let you know if an ink cartridge

runs out or your paper is jammed. You may also see a message on your computer
screen. See Printer Basics for more information.

■ If the printer lights do not indicate a problem, try running a printer check. Turn

off the printer and disconnect the print server. Hold down the ) paper button,
then press and release the P power button. After the printer test page prints, turn
off the printer. See Printer Basics for more information.

If the printer test page doesn’t print, contact EPSON as described on page 52.

■ If the test page prints, test the connection between the printer and print server.

Connect the print server as described on page 18. Turn on the printer, then press
the test button on the print server and release it immediately, as described on
page 19. The print server status page prints.

■ If the print server status page doesn’t print, try resetting the print server. Press the

test button and hold it down until the green and yellow lights on the print server
come on briefly (about five seconds). Then press the button again for one second
to print the status page. If it still doesn’t print, contact EPSON as described on
page 52.

If the print server status page prints, but you still can’t print through your wireless
network, follow the suggestions in this chapter to solve the problem.

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Problems and Solutions

Here are some troubleshooting tips if you are having trouble setting up your print
server or printing over your wireless network.

When you start WP-Admin, you see a message that Javaw.exe was not found.

You must have the Java Runtime Environment installed on your computer to run
WP-Admin. Uninstall the print server software, as described on page 50, then
reinstall it as described in the instructions on page 17 (Windows) or page 36
(Macintosh).

You’re having trouble connecting to the print server.

If the green light on the print server flashes continuously, it indicates a
communication error. Try the following suggestions:

■ Move the print server and access point closer to each other and to your computer.

Make sure they are not located near large metal objects and other devices that
interfere with radio signals, such as cordless phones and microwave ovens.

■ Hold down the test button on the back of the print server for at least five seconds

to reset the print server to its factory defaults. The print server’s green and yellow
lights come on briefly when the print server resets.

Note: If you’ve already configured the print server, you need to run WP-Admin
again to reconfigure it.

■

Make sure your computer’s wireless adapter is installed and configured correctly.
See the instructions that came with the adapter.

■ Try restarting your computer.

■ If you’re using AirPort, make sure that AirPort is enabled in the AppleTalk

Control Panel or Network Preferences. Also, make sure that AppleTalk and
TCP/IP are enabled in your AirPort Admin utility and Network Preferences.
Finally, make sure that you are using AirPort version 2.04 or later. (If you have an
earlier version of AirPort, you can download an upgrade from Apple’s web site).

■ If you’re using an AirPort Base Station, make sure that you’ve selected a working

connection to your base station. If you’re using AirPort in computer-to-computer
(ad hoc) mode, create or join a computer-to-computer network.

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■ Make sure the wireless mode for your computer is set to Infrastructure if you are

connecting through an access point, or 802.11b Ad Hoc if you are connecting
without an access point. (Your wireless adapter may use different terms. Check
the documentation for your adapter.) Never select a pseudo ad hoc or proprietary
ad hoc mode.

■ If you are using WEP encryption on your wireless network, disable it on your

computer before you configure the print server. Then enable WEP on the print
server (see page 22). When you’re done configuring the print server, enable WEP
on your computer again.

Note: If your access point only allows WEP-enabled clients to connect to it, you
may have to set your computer’s wireless mode to 802.11b Ad Hoc (or your
adapter’s wireless ad hoc mode) before you configure the print server. If your
computer’s wireless mode was originally set to Infrastructure, you can set it back
to Infrastructure when you’re done.

You see the message “Wireless Communication Failed” when you click
CONFIGURE on the Wireless Server Search window.

■ Click OK to close the message, then click CONFIGURE again on the Wireless

Server Search window. (If WP-Admin is picking up a signal from more than one
print server, select the correct print server first.)

■ If you continue to see this message, move the print server closer to your computer

and access point, if you have one. Also, move the print server away from large
metal objects and other devices that interfere with radio signals, such as cordless
phones and microwave ovens.

■ Your network could be malfunctioning. If you have an access point, make sure it

is turned on and configured correctly. Try resetting the access point. See the
instructions that came with your access point for more information.

Solving Wireless Printing Problems 45

You are getting a wireless signal, but you are not able to print.

■ Make sure the printer and print server are connected, both are plugged in, and the

printer is turned on.

■ If you’re running Windows, make sure you set up your network port correctly.

See the instructions beginning on page 25.

■ Make sure your wireless link has adequate signal strength—at least 50 percent. If

the signal is weak, try moving the print server and printer to a different location,
away from large metal objects and other devices that interfere with radio signals,
such as cordless phones and microwave ovens.

■ Make sure you’re connecting to the correct print server. Check the MAC address

printed on the back of the print server against the MAC address that appears in
the WP-Admin Wireless Server Search window.

■ Check the printer’s lights to see if there is a problem with the printer. See Printer

Basics for details.

You are using AirPort and you are unable to see the printer in the Print Center
or in the Chooser.

■ Make sure the printer and print server are connected, both are plugged in, and the

printer is turned on.

■ Make sure you’re using the latest version of the AirPort software. Check for

upgrades on the Apple web site at www.apple.com.

■ For OS X, make sure AppleTalk is active in your Network Preferences.

■ If you have recently upgraded your Mac OS, try reinstalling the upgrade.

■ If you are using AirPort in computer-to-computer (ad hoc) mode, change the

channel to 3 in the Create Network section of the AirPort Admin Utility. Then
create a network name and restart the print server. Launch WP-Admin and try
reconfiguring the print server.

If this problem happens frequently, EPSON recommends that you use the print
server with an access point or AirPort Base Station. With AirPort, your print
server works more reliably in infrastructure mode.

46 Solving Wireless Printing Problems

Printing is too slow.

■ Try moving the print server away from large metal objects and other devices that

interfere with radio signals, such as cordless phones, microwave ovens or
Bluetooth devices.

■ Move your computer, print server, and access point (if you have one) closer to

each other.

■ WEP can generate “overhead” that affects network performance. Try disabling

WEP to increase print speed.

■ If you’re using infrastructure mode, change the RF Channel on your access point.

If you’re using ad hoc mode, change the channel on your computer.

To avoid interference from other wireless networks in the vicinity, choose a
setting that is at least five channels higher or lower than that for any other wireless
network (for example, if another network is set to channel 6, choose channel 11 or
higher, or channel 1). Then change the channel on the computers on your
wireless network. Make sure you use the same channel for your access point and
computers.

■ On a Macintosh AirPort network, change the channel in the Create Network

section of the AirPort Admin Utility. Then create a network name and restart the
print server. Launch WP-Admin and try reconfiguring the print server.

■ Network traffic can affect print performance. Adding another access point or

router may improve performance.

For other solutions, see Printer Basics.

You see a communication error message when you try to print.

You may see an error message if another computer on your network is trying to print
at the same time. The green light on the print server flashes when data is transmitted
to the print server. Wait until the first print job is printed. Your job will print when it
reaches the top of the print queue.

Solving Wireless Printing Problems 47

You want to use WEP encryption on your AirPort network.

Because AirPort uses passwords that do not follow the standard for WEP
encryption, you need to change your network password to a hexadecimal value.

Follow these steps:

1. Create a computer-to-computer network without password protection on the
Macintosh computer that you use to configure the print server.

2. Follow the steps beginning on page 33 to install the printer driver and
WP-Admin, and to establish a connection to the print server.

3. Make the following selections on the Wireless Server Configuration screen:

■ Select 64BIT in the WEP key box.

■ In the 64Bit Key 1 box, enter a hexadecimal value consisting of 10 digits, or a

combination of digits and letters. Digits can be from 0 to 9, and letters must
be between A and F. For example: 62B91F2A98.

■ If you have an AirPort Base Station, enter your network name in the SSID

box. Then change the Wireless Mode to Infrastructure.

4. Make any other changes that you want to the Wireless Server Configuration
screen and click OK. When you see the Wireless Server Search window, click

QUIT.

5. If you want to use the printer in computer-to-computer (ad hoc) mode, go
to step 6.

If you have an AirPort Base Station, do the following:

■ For Network Name, configure the base station to use the name that you

entered in the SSID box on the Wireless Server Configuration screen.

■ For Network Password, select the hexadecimal value that you entered in the

64Bit Key 1 box, preceded by the number zero (0) and lowercase letter x. For
example: 0x62B91F2A98. Then go to step 7.

6. To use the printer in computer-to-computer mode, do the following:

■ Create a computer-to-computer network.

48 Solving Wireless Printing Problems

■ When prompted, enter as your password the hexadecimal value you entered in

the 64Bit Key 1 box on the Wireless Server Configuration screen. This value
must be preceded by the number zero (0) and lowercase letter x. For example:

0x62B91F2A98.

7. Select your printer as described on page 41(for OS X) or page 42 (for OS 8.6 to

9.x).

8. For each Macintosh on your network, either select a connection to your base
station from the AirPort Networks list, or join the computer-to-computer
network that your print server is on.

9. When prompted, enter the network password that you created in step 5
(if you’re using a base station) or step 6 (if you’re using the printer in
computer-to-computer mode).

10. Follow the instructions on page 42 to set up printing on your other Macintosh
computers.

Solving Wireless Printing Problems 49

Uninstalling the Software

You may need to uninstall and then reinstall the software for your printer. For
example, this might be necessary if you upgrade your computer operating system.

Windows

Follow these steps to uninstall the WP-Admin utility and EpsonNet Direct Print:

1. Click Start > Control Panel (or Start > Settings > Control Panel).

2. Double-click

3. Select EpsonNet 802.11b Wireless Print Server and click Change/Remove
or Add/Remove. You see the Uninstall program.

4. Click Uninstall.

5. When you see the Uninstall Complete message, click Quit.

6. If you’ve installed EpsonNet Direct Print, select it on the Add/Remove programs
windows and click Add/Remove. Then follow the on-screen instructions.

7. When uninstall is complete, click OK. Then click OK again when you see the
confirmation message.

Follow these steps to uninstall the EPSON Stylus C82 printer driver:

1. On your Windows Start menu, click All Programs (or Programs).

2. Click

3. Make sure your C82 Series printer is highlighted, then click OK.

4. Follow the instructions on the screen to uninstall the Status Monitor and printer

5. If prompted, restart your computer when you’re done.

EPSON Printers (or Epson), then EPSON Printer Software Uninstall.

driver.

Add or Remove Programs (or Add/Remove Programs).

50 Solving Wireless Printing Problems

Macintosh OS X

Follow these steps to uninstall the WP-Admin utility and the EPSON Stylus C82
printer driver:

1. Open the Applications > EpsonNet > Uninstaller Data folder. Double-click

Uninstall WP-Admin. The Uninstall window opens.

2. Click Uninstall and follow the instructions on the screen.

3. Open the Print Center.

4. Select your printer and click Delete.

Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x

Follow these steps to uninstall the WP-Admin utility:

1. Drag the EpsonNet folder on your hard drive to the trash.

2. If you’ve created a desktop alias for WP-Admin, drag it to the trash.

3. Restart your Macintosh.

Follow these steps to uninstall the EPSON Stylus C82 printer driver:

1. Insert the printer CD-ROM in your drive.

2. Double-click the Printer Driver Installer folder in the EPSON window. (You
may have to double-click the EPSON icon if the window doesn’t open
automatically.)

3. Double-click the Stylus C82WN Driver Installer icon to start the installation
program.

4. Click

5. On the installer screen, click the arrow in the Easy Install list at the top and select

6. When you’re finished, click Quit.

Continue on the next screen.

Uninstall. Then click the Uninstall button at the bottom and follow the

instructions on the screen.

Solving Wireless Printing Problems 51

Where To Get Help

If you need help with your printer or print server, see the contact information below.
If you need help using non-EPSON software with your printer, see the
documentation for that software for technical support information.

EPSON provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through the electronic support
services and automated telephone services listed below:

Service Access

World Wide
Web

Automated
Telephone
Services

From the Internet, you can reach EPSON Support at
http://support.epson.com. At this site, you can download drivers and
other files, look at product documentation, access troubleshooting
information, and receive technical advice through e-mail.

A variety of automated help services are available 24 hours a day, seven
days a week. To use these services, you must have a touch tone
telephone and call [phone]. Your EPSON SoundAdvice
Express Code is 70400. Use this code to quickly select the EPSON
Stylus C82WN in SoundAdvice.

SM

To speak to a technical support representative, dial:

■ U.S.: [phone], 6 AM to 8 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday and

7 AM to 4 PM, Saturday.

■ Canada: [phone], 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.

Toll or long distance charges may apply. Before you call, have this information ready:

■ Product name (EPSON Stylus C82WN)

■ Printer serial number (located on the back of the printer)

■ Print server serial number (located on the back of the print server)

■ Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase

■ Computer configuration

■ Description of the problem

You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at
[phone], or visit the EPSON Store
only). In Canada, please call [phone] for dealer referral.

52 Solving Wireless Printing Problems

SM

at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales

Appendix A: Configuration Settings

The Wireless Server Configuration screen includes both fields that display
information and fields that allow you to modify print server settings. Since most of
the settings are configured automatically based on your existing network, you don’t
need to change these settings for the typical wireless network. Some settings, such as
the Server Name or Password, you may want to change for convenience or security.

If you contact EPSON for technical support, you need to provide configuration
information such as the serial number and firmware revision.

Following are definitions of the configuration settings:

Server Name

Name that identifies the print server (and its printer) on your wireless network. The
default is EAI_xxxxxx (where xxxxxx are the last six digits of the MAC/Ethernet
address). Choose any name that makes it easier for you to identify the printer (for
example, Epson Ink Jet Printer). You can enter from one to 32 characters in this
field.

Serial Number

Unique number that identifies each EpsonNet 802.11b Wireless Print Server that is
produced. This number is set during manufacture and cannot be changed.

Password

Used to restrict access to the Wireless Server Configuration screen. The default
password is null (blank). The maximum number of characters you can use in this
field is 16.

Firmware Revision

Indicates the version of the software embedded in the print server. This field cannot
be changed.

53

IP Address

Address used to identify a node on a network supporting the TCP/IP protocol. The
format for IP (Internet Protocol) addresses is a set of four bytes or segments, separated
by periods. Each byte can have any value from zero (0) to 254. If you need to enter an
address, make sure it conforms to the addressing scheme for your network and that it
does not conflict with the IP address for any other node on your network. The print
server’s default IP address is 192.0.0.192.

To view your computer’s IP address, subnet mask, and other information, do the
following:

Windows XP/2000/NT:

1. From the Windows Start menu, click

Run.

2. Enter cmd in the text box and click OK. You see a DOS window.

3. At the prompt, type ipconfig and press Enter. You see your computer’s IP
configuration file, which includes the IP address.

4. At the prompt, type exit to exit the DOS window.

Windows Me/98/95:

1. From the Windows Start menu, click Run.

2. Enter winipcfg in the text box and click OK. You see the IP Configuration
window.

3. Select your wireless adapter from the drop-down list. You see IP configuration
information, including the IP address.

4. Click OK to close the IP Configuration window.

WorkGroup/Domain

Used on networks that support NetBIOS or NetBEUI. WP-Admin detects this
setting automatically, so you should not have to change it. The print server must be
on the same workgroup or domain as all computers using the printer.

Subnet Mask

Make sure this matches the subnet mask for your network. This setting will be

255.255.255.0 for most networks in the home or small office.

54 Appendix A: Configuration Settings

Boot Method

Method the print server uses to obtain an IP address.

AUTO attempts to detect your

IP address through DHCP, BOOTP, and RARP. If unable to detect an IP address
automatically, it uses the default IP address: 192.0.0.192.

Leave this setting on AUTO, unless you assign the print server’s IP address manually.
For manual configuration (without DHCP), change the boot method to STATIC.

Gateway (or Router)

Use this setting only if you are using the print server in a large organization that has
subnets for different departments.

RF Channel

Defines the radio frequency channel (WiFi channel) that the print server uses to
communicate. In most cases, the print server will automatically configure the RF
channel. This value must match for all nodes on a network.

If you find that printing is too slow, you may be able to improve performance by
changing the RF channel on your computer(s) and access point, if you have one. To
avoid interference from other networks, choose a setting at least three channels higher
or lower than that for any nearby wireless network (for example, if another network is
set to channel 7, choose channel 10 or higher, or channel 4 or lower). Then run
WP-Admin to reconfigure the print server.

MAC Address

Defines the Ethernet address of the print server. The MAC (Medium Access Control)
address is set during manufacture and cannot be changed. You can find it on the
sticker on the back of the print server.

Data Rate

Indicates the throughput speed in Mbps of the wireless Ethernet connection (1, 2,

5.5, or 11). The print server will automatically negotiate to the highest possible rate.

Appendix A: Configuration Settings 55

SSID

Name that identifies your wireless network, equivalent to the network name on
Macintosh. When you configure the print server in WP-Admin, it automatically
detects the SSID (Service Set Identifier) for the wireless network. The SSID must
match for all nodes on the network for them to communicate. The maximum number
of characters that you can use in this field is 32.

Wireless Mode

Mode used by computers on a wireless network to communicate with the print server.
WP-Admin detects this setting automatically, based on the mode set in your wireless
adapter configuration software. To communicate, all computers must be set to the
same wireless mode (or its equivalent, depending on your wireless adapter) as the
print server.

■ Infrastructure—Used when computers on the wireless network communicate

with the print server through an access point or base station.

■ Ad Hoc (802.11b)—Used when computers on the wireless network

communicate with the print server directly, without using an access point or base
station.

■ Pseudo Ad-Hoc—Used for testing. Don’t select this mode in your wireless

adapter configuration software or on the Wireless Server Configuration screen.

■ Auto—Default factory setting. Auto mode attempts connection with each of the

other methods in turn. This mode enables the print server to detect all your other
wireless network settings (for example, IP address, SSID, workgroup, etc.).

If you move your print server to a different wireless network, you must press the
test button on the back of the print server for at least five seconds to reset it to its
factory defaults (including

Auto mode). This enables the print server to detect the

settings for the new network.

WEP Key

Disables or enables WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy), which provides a level of
security for your network. To communicate, all nodes on your network must be
WEP-enabled and must use the same WEP key. See the documentation for your
wireless adapter or access point for more information about WEP. If you have an
AirPort network, see page 48.

56 Appendix A: Configuration Settings

WEP Key Index

Lets you choose between four WEP keys for either 64-bit or 128-bit WEP. For details
about WEP, see the documentation for your wireless adapter or access point.

128 Bit / 64 Bit WEP Key

Fields for entering the WEP key(s) used on your network. To communicate, all nodes
on the network must be set to the same WEP key. See the documentation for your
wireless adapter or access point for more information about WEP.

Appendix A: Configuration Settings 57

58 Appendix A: Configuration Settings

Appendix B: Specifications and Notices

Print Server Specifications

Printer Connection

Parallel (IEEE-1284)
Serial (9 pin; factory diagnostics only)

Operating Systems

Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4/2000/XP
NetWare (2 through 5 with NDS)
Mac OS 8.6 through OS X.

Dimensions

Width: 6 inches (15.2 cm)
Depth: 1.25 inches (3.2 cm)
Height: 4.25 inches (10.8 cm )

Electrical

Input Power: 1 A @ 5 VDC
External Power Supply: 115 VAC

Wireless Communication

Variable Data Rates: 11, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps
Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz ISM Band
Range: up to 120 ft (36.6 m) indoors or

300 ft (91.4 m) outdoors
Wired Equivalent Privacy: 128-bit,

64-bit (compatible with 40-bit), none
Sensitivity (typ, AWGN, 8E-2 PER):

-91 dBm at 1 Mbps, -88 dBm at 2 Mbps,

-87 dBm at 5.5 Mbps, -84dBm at
11 Mbps

Protocols

TCP/IP (lpd or raw TCP port)
IPP (Internet Printing Protocol)
IPX/SPX
Direct Mode IPX/IP
NetBEUI
NetBIOS/IP
AppleTalk

Management

WP-Admin: utility for easy configuration
from Windows or Macintosh

WebXAdmin: web-browser utility
XAdmin32: utility for NetWare and

advanced configuration
Print server console accessible via serial

port, TELNET or NetWare
NetWare PCONSOLE, PRINTCON,

PRINTDEF, NWADMIN
Simple Network Management Protocol

(SNMP) MIB I and II; IP or IPX
Firmware downloads via NetWare or

TCP/IP (master mode tftp, slave mode
TFTP, or BOOTP); multiple print
servers may be downloaded
simultaneously

Test page and factory reset switch

59

Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty

What Is Covered: Epson America, Inc. (“Epson”) warrants to the first retail purchaser that the EPSON
printer and included printer server (the “Product”) covered by this limited warranty statement, if
purchased and used in the United States or Canada, conform to the manufacturer’s specifications and
will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one (1) year from the date of
original purchase. Epson also warrants that the consumable ink cartridges enclosed with the printer will
perform to the manufacturer’s specified usage, which usage may expire before the expiration of the
limited warranty for the EPSON product. For warranty service, you must provide proof of the date of
original purchase.

What Epson Will Do To Correct Problems: Should your EPSON product prove defective during the
warranty period, please call the EPSON Connection at [phone] (U.S.) or [phone]
(Canada) for warranty instructions and return authorization. An Epson service technician will provide
telephone diagnostic service to determine whether the product requires service. If service is needed
during the warranty period, Epson will, at its option, exchange or repair the unit without charge for
parts or labor. If Epson authorizes an exchange for the defective product, Epson will ship a replacement
product to you, freight prepaid. You are responsible for securely packaging the defective product and
returning it to Epson within five (5) working days of receipt of the replacement unit. Epson requires a
debit or a credit card number to secure the cost of the replacement product in the event that you fail to
return the defective one. If your product is being repaired, Epson will direct you to send your product
to Epson or its authorized service center. The product will be fixed and sent back to you. You are
responsible for packing the product and for shipping costs to and from the Epson authorized service
center. When warranty service involves the exchange of the product or of a part, the item replaced
becomes Epson property. The exchanged product or part may be new or refurbished to the Epson
standard of quality. Epson’s liability for replacement of the covered product will not exceed the original
retail selling price of the covered product. Exchange products and parts assume the remaining warranty
period of your original product covered by this limited warranty.

What This Warranty Does Not Cover: This warranty covers only normal use in the United States and
Canada. This warranty is not transferable and will not apply to products purchased from an end user.
This warranty does not cover damage to the EPSON product caused by parts or supplies not
manufactured, distributed or certified by Epson. This warranty does not cover ribbons, ink cartridges
or third party parts, components, or peripheral devices added to the EPSON product after its shipment
from Epson, e.g., dealer or user-added boards or components. Epson is not responsible for warranty
service should the Epson label or logo or the rating label or serial number be removed or should the
product fail to be properly maintained or fail to function properly as a result of misuse, abuse, improper
installation, neglect, improper shipping, damage caused by disasters such as fire, flood, and lightning,
improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with non-Epson products, or service other
than by an Epson Authorized Servicer. If a claimed defect cannot be identified or reproduced, you will
be held responsible for the costs incurred.

SM

THE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF
ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR

60 Appendix B: Specifications and Notices

PURPOSE. SOME LAWS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES.
IF THESE LAWS APPLY, THEN ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED
TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD IDENTIFIED ABOVE. UNLESS STATED HEREIN, ANY
STATEMENT OR REPRESENTATIONS MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON OR FIRM ARE
VOID. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY, NEITHER EPSON
AMERICA, INC. NOR ITS AFFILIATES SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS,
INCONVENIENCE, OR DAMAGE, INCLUDING DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, RESULTING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE
EPSON PRODUCT, WHETHER RESULTING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR ANY
OTHER LEGAL THEORY.

In Canada, warranties include both warranties and conditions.

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some
jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and
you may have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

Epson America, Inc.

O P.O. Box 93012 O Long Beach, CA 90809-3012

Appendix B: Specifications and Notices 61

FCC Compliance Statement

For United States Users

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 installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio
and television reception, which can be determined 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 and receiver.

■ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The radiated output power of the print server is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.
Nevertheless, the print server shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact
during normal operation is minimized.

WARNING

The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC
Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the
FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment
interface cable with this device. If this equipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave
cables connected to unused interfaces. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

For Canadian Users

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

62 Appendix B: Specifications and Notices

Index

Numerics

128 Bit/ 64 Bit WEP Key setting, 57

802.11b Ad Hoc mode, 30, 33, 56

A

Access point

description, 4
Macintosh, 33
problems connecting, 44 to 45
signal strength, 14, 33

supported, 4, 5
Accessories, ordering, 52
Ad hoc mode

definition, 3

illustration, 3

using in Windows, 14

using on Macintosh, 32, 33
Adapters, supported, 4, 5
Additional network computers, setting up, 30, 42
AirPort

base station signal strength, 33

enabling, 32

enabling WEP encryption, 32, 48 to 49

requirements, 5
AppleTalk, 5, 32, 41
Auto wireless mode, 56

B

Bluetooth, 7
Boot Method setting, 55

C

Chooser, 42
Computer-to-computer mode, 32

Configuring print server

Macintosh, 39 to 40
Windows, 20 to 23

Connecting print server

Macintosh, 37 to 38
Windows, 18 to 19

D

Data Rate setting, 55
DHCP, 22, 55
Direct Print

description, 15
installing, 24

uninstalling, 50
Documentation, 6
Domain setting, 54
Driver, printer

Macintosh, 34 to 35

Windows, 15, 16

E

EPSON

accessories, 52

help, 52

Store, 52

support web site, 6, 52

warranty, 60 to 61
EPSON Printer Information Center, 6, 24, 34,

35
EPSON Status Monitor, installing, 17
EpsonNet Direct Print

description, 15
installing, 24
uninstalling, 50

EpsonNet Wireless Print Server Utility,

installing, 17 to 23, 36

Index 63

F

J

Film Factory, installing, 24, 35
Firmware downloads, 59
Firmware Revision setting, 53

G

Gateway setting, 55

H

Help, EPSON, 52

I

Infrastructure mode

definition, 3, 56
illustration, 2
using in Windows, 14
using on Macintosh, 32, 33

Ink cartridges

installing, 9 to 10

ordering, 52
Ink counter, 11
Installing

EPSON Status Monitor, 17

EpsonNet Wireless Print Server Utility,

17 to 23, 36
Film Factory, 24, 35
ink cartridges, 9 to 10
Mac OS 9.x printer driver, 35
Mac OS X printer driver, 34
Macintosh software, 33 to 40
Windows printer driver, 16
Windows software, 16 to 24
WP-Admin, 17, 36

IP Address setting

accessing the computer’s IP address, 54
default print server IP address, 54
network requirements, 22

Ipconfig, 54

Java Runtime Environment, 17, 44

L

LEDs, 19, 38, 47
Loading paper, 11

M

MAC Address setting, 55
Macintosh

adding printer to OS X Print Center, 41
AirPort, 32
AppleTalk, 32
computer-to-computer mode, 32
enabling WEP encryption, 48 to 49
infrastructure mode, 32
installing and configuring software, 33 to 40
selecting printer in Chooser, 42
setting up additional computers, 42
starting WP-Admin, 42
system requirements, 5
uninstalling software, 51

N

NetWare, 15, 59
Network computers, setting up, 30, 42
Network port

setting up on Windows Me, 98, or 95,

27 to 28
setting up on Windows NT, 29 to 30
setting up on Windows XP or 2000, 25 to 26

Network statistics, 20, 38

P

Paper

loading, 11
ordering, 52

64 Index

Password, WP-Admin, 21, 40, 53
Print Center, 41
Print server

configuring, 20 to 23, 39 to 40
connecting to printer, 18 to 19, 37 to 38
dimensions, 59
establishing connection, 17 to 21, 37 to 40
location, 7, 47
management tools, 59
name, 40, 53
printing status page, 19, 38
protocols supported, 59
serial number, 53
signal strength, 20
specifications, 59
status lights, 19, 38
test button, 19, 38, 43

utility, installing, 36
Print Show animations, 6, 24, 34, 35
Printer

checking, 11

connecting to print server, 18 to 19, 37 to 38

driver, description, 15, 33

ink counter, 11

lights, 11, 43

location, 7, 44, 47

Macintosh driver, installing, 34 to 35

maintenance, 43

ROM version, 11

test page, 11, 43

unpacking, 8 to 9

Windows driver, installing, 16
Printer check, running, 11
Printer Information Center, 6
Problems

communication error, 47

connecting to print server, 44 to 45

Java Runtime Environment, 44

no signal, 20, 44 to 45

setting up network port, 26, 28, 30

setting up WEP on AirPort, 48 to 49

setting up WEP on Windows, 45

signal strength, 20

slow printing, 47

unable to print, 43, 46

Protocols supported, 59
Pseudo Ad Hoc mode, 56

R

Reference Guide, 6, 24, 34, 35
Requirements, system, 4 to 5
RF Channel setting, 47, 55
ROM version, printer, 11

S

Security

Macintosh, 32, 48 to 49
problems, 45

Windows, 14
Serial connector, 59
Serial number

print server, 53

printer, 52
Server Name setting, 40, 53
Service, 52
Signal strength, 14, 20
Slow printing, 47
Software

Macintosh, 33 to 35

uninstalling, 50 to 51

Windows, 15 to 24
SoundAdvice, 52
Specifications, print server, 59
SSID setting, 22, 32, 56
Status lights, print server, 19, 38, 47
Status Monitor, installing, 17
Status page, printing, 19, 38, 43
Subnet Mask setting, 54
Supplies, ordering, 52
Support, 6, 52
System requirements, 4 to 5

T

TCP/IP, 25, 32, 54
Technical support, 52

Index 65

Test button, print server, 19, 20, 38, 43
Test page, printing, 11, 19, 38, 43

U

Uninstalling software, 50 to 51
Unpacking, 8 to 9
USB, 4
Utility, installing, 17 to 23, 36

W

Warranty, 60 to 61
WEP

problems, 45
setting up on AirPort, 32, 48 to 49
setting up on Windows, 14
WEP Key Index setting, 57

WEP Key setting, 56
WiFi channel and mode, 20, 38, 55
Windows

ad hoc mode, 14

infrastructure mode, 14

installing and configuring software, 16 to 24

network port, 25 to 30

security, 14

setting up additional computers, 30

starting WP-Admin, 24

system requirements, 4

uninstalling software, 50

Winipcfg, 54
Wireless Mode setting, 56
Wireless Server Search, 20, 39
Wireless utility, 17 to 23, 36
Workgroup setting, 54
World Wide Web, 52
WP-Admin

configuration settings, 53 to 57
configuring, 20 to 23, 40
connecting with print server, 17 to 21,

39 to 40
description, 15, 33
installing, 17, 36
password, 21, 40, 53
starting, 24, 42
uninstalling, 50, 51

X

XAdmin32, 15, 59

66 Index

Index 67

68 Index