Hewlett-Packard 170x User Manual

hp jetdirect

network

printing

installation

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print servers

*5990-2875*

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model

170x

Installation and

Configuration Guide

HP Jetdirect 170X

External Print Server

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Publication number

5990-2875 Eighth Edition, May 2002

Applicable Products: J3258B

Warr an ty

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1. Introduction

Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

What’s Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

For Further Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Network Printing Basics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Installation Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Configuration for Network Printing . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Electronic Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

HP Customer Care Phone Numbers . . . . . . . . . 1-7

2. Where Do I Begin?

Which CD-ROM Do I Use? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Do you have everything that you need? . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Other HP Installation Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Install Network Printer Wizard (Windows). . . . 2-5

HP Web JetAdmin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

HP IP/IPX Printer Gateway for NDPS . . . . . . . 2-8

3. Installing the HP Jetdirect 170X Print Server

LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Install the 170X Hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Print a 170X Configuration Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

4. Using the CD-ROM to Install the Software

Microsoft or Novell NetWare Networks. . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

To Use the HP Install

Network Printer Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

To View Documents on the CD-ROM. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

5. Using the Embedded Web Server

Supported Web Browsers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Supported HP Web JetAdmin Version . . . . . . . . 5-2

Viewing the Embedded Web Server . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Operating Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

6. FTP Printing

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Print Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Using FTP Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

FTP Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

FTP Login . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Ending the FTP Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Example of an FTP Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

7. Troubleshooting

The 170X Configuration Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Resetting Configuration to Factory Defaults. . . . . . . 7-4

Troubleshooting Steps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

I. Verify the printer works properly . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

II. Verify the 170X hardware

works properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5

III. Verify that you can print to the printer

when it’s attached directly to a PC . . . . . . . 7-5

Novell NetWare (non-NDPS) Checklists . . . . . . . . . . 7-6

File Server Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6

Server-to-Printer Connection Checklist . . . . . . . 7-6

Workstation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7

Workstation-to-Print Server Checklist . . . . . . . 7-7

Microsoft Windows 95, 98, 2000,

NT 4.0 Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8

8. HP Jetdirect Configuration Page Messages

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

A. Technical Specifications and Regulatory Statements

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

Supported Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

Regulatory Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-5

B. Warranty Service

Index

Introduction

Product Overview

The HP Jetdirect 170X (J3258B) is an external print server that allows you to connect your printer, plotter, or HP All-In-One peripheral with scanning capability The 170X enhances workgroup productivity by letting you place your printer or plotter at a convenient location on the network while improving network printer performance.

The HP Jetdirect 170X has a single high-speed, bidirectional parallel port (IEEE 1284) for connecting your device. It also has an RJ-45 network port (10Base-T) for connecting the network.

See Appendix A for technical specifications, supported environments, and accessory part numbers.

The HP Jetdirect 170X print server supports the following:

Network Operating System Protocol(s)

Novell NetWare 3.2, 4.x, 5.x IPX/SPX Novell NetWare 4.11, 4.2 with NDPS IPX/SPX Novell NetWare 5.x with NDPS IPX/SPX, TCP/IP Microsoft Windows 2000 or NT 4.0, peer-to-peer or client-server TCP/IP, IPX/SPX Microsoft Windows 95, 98 (peer-to-peer) TCP/IP, IPX/SPX Artisoft LANTastic Powersuite 7.0. (Contact the system vendor

for software, documentation, and support.)

directly to your network.

DLC/LLC

1. Supported HP All-In-One periph erals: HP LaserJet 1100A; HP OfficeJet Pro Series (basic image scanning); and OfficeJet R40 and R60.

Introduction 1-1

What’s Included

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HP Jetdirect 170X Print Server

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Power Module (see Appendix A for part numbers)

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CD-ROM containing HP Jetdirect software

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Installation and Configuration Guide (this manual)

For Further Help

For information on subjects not included in this manual, see the following manual shipped electronically on the HP Jetdirect CD-ROM:

Documents on the HP Jetdirect CD-ROM Document Contents

HP Jetdirect Print Server Administrator’s Guide (600N/400N/500X/300X)

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TCP/IP Configurations (Chapter 3)

■

Using BOOTP/TFTP

■

Using DHCP

■

Using RARP

■

Using the arp and ping commands

■

Using Telnet

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Printing on Windows DLC/LLC Networks (Appendix C)

For release notes, see the “Readme” file in the root directory of the HP Jetdirect CD-ROM.

For web-based or direct phone support, refer to the HP Customer Care information starting on page 1-6.

1-2 Introduction

Network Printing Basics

Networks consist of computers connected together to share information and resources, such as printers. There are two ways to share printers on a network: Client-Server and Peer-to-Peer.

Peer-to-Peer printing

Client-Server printing

Server

Figure 1.1 Network Printing Configurations

On a “client-server” network, client computers send print jobs to dedicated server computers that control the use of each printer. This printing is typically used in medium to large networks where dedicated servers are used to manage printing needs of many users. Client-server networks use network operating systems (NOS’s) such as Novell NetWare, Microsoft Windows NT or 2000 Server.

Introduction

On a “peer-to-peer” network, dedicated servers are not used. Instead, each computer is configured to send print jobs to the printer directly. This is more suitable for smaller networks. On peer-to-peer networks, users configure their Microsoft Windows 95, NT, or 2000 systems to print directly to the

Introduction 1-3

printer. Note that peer-to-peer printing can be configured on a client-server network. For example, a small workgroup might use peer-to-peer printing even though it is connected to an enterprise-wide client-server network.

Regardless of the network type (client-server or peer-to-peer), your computers and printers must use a common language, or “network protocol” to communicate with each other. The most common protocols are IPX (Internet Packet Exchange), made popular by Novell NetWare networks, and TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), made popular by the Internet. The HP Jetdirect 170X supports these network protocols, including DLC/LLC, and allows your printer to communicate on the network.

1-4 Introduction

Installation Overview

To install the HP Jetdirect print server hardware, simply connect the 170X to the network, then connect your printer, plotter, or HP All-In-One peripheral to the 170X using the parallel port connector (See chapters 2 and 3.)

Figure 1.2 Use the HPJetdirect 170X prin t server to co nnect a pr inter,

plotter, or HP All-in-One peripheral to your network.

Configuration for Network Printing

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If you are on a Novell NetWare (client-server) network, you can configure the NetWare server and the print server for network printing using HP Jetdirect software. Then configure the network clients for printing.

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If you are setting up client-server printing on a Microsoft Windows 95, 98, NT, or 2000 network, you configure your Windows 95, 98, NT, or 2000 server for printing using HP Jetdirect software, then share the printer with client computers.

Introduction

Introduction 1-5

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If you are setting up peer-to-peer printing on a Microsoft Windows 95, 98, NT, or 2000 network, you simply configure each Windows 95, 98, NT, or 2000 client to print directly to the printer using HP Jetdirect software (see chapter 4).

Customer Support

Electronic Services

Hewlett-Packard provides electronic services that can be used to obtain software updates and related product information.

For the latest information about HP Jetdirect print servers and software, visit HP’s Customer Care Online.

Current information for HP printers and Jetdirect print servers are available through the following electronic sources:

Customer Care Electronic Support Services

World Wide Web

Customer Care User Forum

HP Distribution Center

FTP Site

1-6 Introduction

Access HP's Customer Care Center online at:

http://www.hp.com/support/net_printing

To participate in a user forum discussing ideas and suggestions for using the HP Jetdirect print server, go to:

http://www.hp.com/go/forums

Select “Network Printing Support Forum.” Then select the appropriate product.

Order drivers and upgrades for HP printers by calling the HP Distribution Center at (805) 257-5565 (USA only).

Download printer drivers and upgrades from HP's anonymous FTP site at:

ftp.hp.com/pub/networking/software

HP Customer Care Phone Numbers

If you need assistance, call one of the following numbers:

Australia + 61 3 8877 8000 Malaysia + 60 (0)3 295 2566

Mexico City 52 58 9922 Austria + 43 (0)7114 201080 Mexico 01 800 472 6684 Belgium (Dutch) + 32 (0)2 626 8806 Netherlands + 31 (0)20 606 8751 Belgium

(French) Canada 905 206 4663 Norway + 47 22 11 6299 China + 86 (0)10 6564 5959 Penang 1 300 88 00 28 Czech Republic + 42 (0)2 6130 7310 Philippines + 63 (0)2 867 3551 Denmark + 45 39 29 4099 Poland + 48 22 519 06 00 Finland + 358 (0)203 47 288 Portugal + 351 21 3176333 France + 33 (0)1 43 62 34 34 Germany + 49 (0)180 52 58 143 Singapore + 65 (0)272 5300 Hong Kong SAR 800 96 7729 Spain + 34 902 321 123 Hungary + 36 (0)1 382 1111 Sweden + 46 (0)8 619 2170 India + 91 (0)11 682 6035 Switzerland + 41 (0)848 80 11 11 Indonesia + 62 (0)21 350 3408 Taiwan + 886 (0)2 2717 0055 Ireland + 353 (0)1 662 5525 Thailand + 66 (0)2 661 4000 Israel + 972 (0)9 9524848 Turkey + 90 212 221 69 69 Italy + 39 02 264 10350 United Kingdom + 44 (0)207 512 52 02 Japan + 81 (0)3 3335 8333 USA 208 323 2551 Korea + 82 (0)2 3270 0700 Vietnam + 84 (0)8 823 4530 Latest numbers: http://www.hp.com/support/support_assistance

For all other countries/regions, contact your reseller.

+ 32 (0)2 626 8807 New Zealand + 64 (0)9 356 6640

Introduction

For Warranty information, see Appendix B.

Introduction 1-7

1-8 Introduction

Where Do I Begin?

Using the HP Jetdirect 170X External Print Server to add your printer to a network is getting easier all the time! Just follow these steps.

Set up your printer.

❶

Assemble your printer (using the instructions supplied with your printer).

Do not attach the printer to your computer. (Or detach the printer if it is already set up.)

Switch on the printer. Print a test page if this is included in the instructions. Do not perform any printer software installation yet; proceed with step 2.

Connect your printer

❷

to the network.

Install the HP Jetdirect 170X and connect the cables. The installation instructions are detailed in chapter 3.

Add (or install) the

❸

printer on your system.

If your printer is listed on page 1-2, use the printer’s CD-ROM. Otherwise, use the HP Jetdirect CD-ROM. For Windows systems, the printer’s software driver may be required if it is not already installed. Instructions are detailed in chapter 4.

HP Jetdirect 170X Print Server

For example, you may need to unpack the printer, install and load paper trays, and install ink or toner cartridges.

Printer’s CD-ROM

(supplied with printer)

HP Jetdirect CD-ROM

(supplied with print server)

Where Do

I Begin?

When you have completed these steps, your system should be able to print to the network printer. Refer to chapter 4 for additional systems.

Where Do I Begin? 2-1

Which CD-ROM Do I Use?

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For newer HP printers, including multifunction peripherals (MFPs) and All-in-One devices, you should use only the CD-ROM supplied with the printer. This “printer’s CD-ROM” already includes network installation software. In table 2.1 is a list of recent HP printers that integrate network installation software on their CD-ROM. Or see the latest list at:

http://www.hp.com/support/network-printer-CD

Table 2.1 For network installation, use the CD-ROM su pplied with

these peripherals.

Peripheral Type Models

HP LaserJet printers and MFPs 1200, 1220, 2200

8150 Series or newer

HP Color LaserJet printers and MFPs 4500, 4550 Series or newer

8550 Series or newer

3150/3200 Series or newer HP Business Inkjet printers 2200/2250 Series or newer HP DesignJet printers 500/800 Series and 5000

OfficeJet printers and All-in-One peripherals

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If your printer is not identified above, or you cannot locate your printer’s CD-ROM, then use the HP Jetdirect CD-ROM supplied with the HP Jetdirect 170X Print Server. See chapter 4 for details on using the CD-ROM.

If you use the HP Jetdirect CD-ROM for MFP or All-in-One devices, printing may be the only function available over the network.

Series or newer

OfficeJet G-Serie s

OfficeJet K-Series

2-2 Where Do I Begin?

Do you have everything that you need?

A working network with an available network connection

✓

We assume that you have a working network and an available network connection for your printer. A working network consists of multiple computers that can share files and other resources with each other over the network cables.

For Windows systems, the printer’s software driver

✓

When using the printer’s CD-ROM for installation, the driver will be automatically loaded from the CD-ROM during the installation.

When using the HP Jetdirect CD-ROM for installation:

■

You may have the printer driver already installed if you have previously installed the printer on this system.

■

You can copy just the driver file from the printer’s CD-ROM onto your system (without performing the installation) before you run the installation software on the HP Jetdirect CD-ROM. See the paragraph following this list for more information about the driver file.

■

If you have Internet access, you may be able to automatically download the printer driver during the installation. For more information, see chapter 4.)

■

Or you can download the printer driver from HP Customer Care Online at:

http://www.hp.com/go/support

The applicable drivers are commonly referred to as the “Add Printer” printer drivers, or the “Corporate User” printer drivers. The HP Jetdirect installation software requires a printer driver file with the appropriate extension (*.inf) to complete the installation.

Where Do

I Begin?

Where Do I Begin? 2-3

Other HP Installation Software

For a summary of HP solutions to setup network printing, see table 2.2 below.

Table 2.2 HP Software Solutions (1 of 2)

Install Network Printer Wizard (Windows)

Supported Networks (TCP/IP, IPX/SPX):

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Windows 95, 98, ME

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Windows NT 4.0, 2000

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NetWare 3.x, 4.x, 5.x

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A simple printer installation tool to Install a single network printer on a

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peer-to-peer or client-server network On newer HP printers, this wizard is typically integrated with printer system

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software Runs from CD-ROM

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Installable version that runs from system disk may be downloaded from

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HP’s Customer Care Online web site.

HP Web JetAdmin (Internet access required)

Supported Networks (TCP/IP, IPX/SPX):

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Windows NT 4.0, 2000

■

NetWare (supports NetWare queue creation and peripheral management

■

from HP Web JetAdmin hosted on Windows NT 4.0, 2000)

Browser-based management

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HP’s preferred solution for ongoing management and installation of

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multiple printers-anywhere on your intranet Remote installation, configuration, and management of HP Jetdirect-

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connected print servers, non-HP printers that support the standard MIBs, and printers with embedded web servers

Alerts and consumables management

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Remote firmware upgrades for HP Jetdirect print servers

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Asset tracking and utilization analysis

●

2-4 Where Do I Begin?

Table 2.2 HP Software Solutions (2 of 2)

HP IP/IPX Printer Gateway

Supported Networks (TCP/IP, IPX/SPX):

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NetWare 4.11, 4.2, 5.x

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Simplified installation, printing, and bidirectional management of

●

HP Jetdirect-connected printers under Novell Distributed Print Services (NDPS)

Allows automatic discovery and installation of HP Jetdirect-connected

●

printers into NDPS via IPX Frees up user licenses

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Allows disabling of SAPs to reduce network traffic

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For IPX printing, requires HP Jetdirect firmware version X.03.06 or later

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The following sections provide more explanation for the solutions listed in table 2.2. For more information on these and other HP solutions, visit HP Customer Care Online at:

http://www.hp.com/support/net_printing

Install Network Printer Wizard (Windows)

This is the standard installation tool most easily accessible on the HP Jetdirect CD-ROM. See chapter 4 for the detailed instructions.

Where Do

I Begin?

Where Do I Begin? 2-5

HP Web JetAdmin

HP Web JetAdmin allows you to use a Web browser to install, view, manage, and diagnose devices connected to an HP Jetdirect print server or any standard printer MIB devices.

For information about a procedure or window in the HP Web JetAdmin software, see the online help.

System Requirements

HP Web JetAdmin software runs on Microsoft Windows 2000 and NT 4.0, HP-UX, Solaris, and Red Hat Linux systems. For information on supported operating systems and browser versions, access HP Customer Care Online at http://www.hp.com/go/ webjetadmin/.

Note When installed on a supported host server,

HP Web JetAdmin can be accessed from any client through a supported web browser by browsing to the HP Web JetAdmin host. This allows printer installation and management on Novell NetWare and other networks.

Installing HP Web JetAdmin Software

Before installing the HP Web JetAdmin software, you must have domain administrator or root privileges:

1. Download the installation files from HP Customer Care Online at

http://www.hp.com/go/webjetadmin/.

2. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the HP Web JetAdmin software.

2-6 Where Do I Begin?

Note Installation instructions are also contained in

the HP Web JetAdmin install file. Installation instructions are also contained in the HP Web JetAdmin readme file and in the online help.

Verifying Installation and Providing Access

●

Verify that the HP Web JetAdmin software is correctly installed by navigating to it with your browser as shown in the following example:

http://server.domain:port/\ where server.domain is the host name of your web server and

port is the port number assigned during installation.

●

Provide users access to HP Web JetAdmin software by adding a link to your web server’s home page that is addressed to HP Web JetAdmin’s URL. For example:

http://server.domain:port/

Configuring and Modifying a Device

Using your browser, navigate to HP Web JetAdmin’s URL. For example: http://server.domain:port/

Follow the instructions on the appropriate home page to configure or modify your printer. These instructions show you how to configure the printer and set up a printer for printing.

Where Do

I Begin?

Note You can also substitute the server.domain with the

TCP/IP address.

Removing HP Web JetAdmin Software

To remove HP Web JetAdmin software from your web server, use the uninstall program provided with the software package.

Where Do I Begin? 2-7

HP IP/IPX Printer Gateway for NDPS

NDPS (Novell Distributed Print Services) is a printing architecture developed by Novell, in partnership with Hewlett-Packard. NDPS simplifies and streamlines the administration of network printing. It eliminates the need to set up and link print queues, printer objects, and print servers. NDPS is managed through a NetWare Administrator snap-in which allows the administrator to manage networked printers within the NetWare 4.11 and 4.22, intraNetWare, and NetWare 5 environments from a single location.

The HP IP/IPX Printer Gateway is an NLM developed by HP to provide functionality and compatibility with Novell's NDPS. It seamlessly integrates HP Jetdirect-connected printers into the NDPS environment. Using the HP Gateway, an administrator can view statistics, configure gateway settings, and configure printing for HP Jetdirect-connected printers.

Features

Features and benefits provided by the HP Gateway and NDPS are:

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Smart detection of printers in the NetWare 4.11 and 4.22, intraNetWare, and NetWare 5 environments

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Automatic installation of printers using IPX/SPX

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Tight integration with Novell's NDS and NWAdmin

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Status updates from printers

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Simplified Automatic Driver Download

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Reduced SAP Traffic

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Reduces the number of required NetWare User Licenses

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Native TCP/IP printing with NetWare 5

2-8 Where Do I Begin?

Supported Clients

Clients supported by the HP IP/IPX Printer Gateway:

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Novell Client 3.2 (or later) for Windows 95/98

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Novell Client 4.7 (or later) for Windows NT and 2000

The HP IP/IPX Printer Gateway ships in box with Novell NetWare 5.x and supports Novell's second release of NDPS. It also supports NetWare 4.11 and 4.22 and intraNetWare, both with NDPS already installed.

Note For more information (including access to the

HP IP/IPX Printer Gateway software and the User Guide), access HP Customer Care Online:

http://www.hp.com/support/net_printing

Where Do

I Begin?

Where Do I Begin? 2-9

2-10 Where Do I Begin?

Installing the HP Jetdirect 170X Print Server

Making a printer available on the network involves the following tasks, as outlined on page 3-1:

1. Set up the printer. Assemble and switch it on, but do not attach it.

2. Connect your printer to the network, by installing the print server.

This task is described in this chapter 3, including the following subtasks:

a. Connect the 170X to the network with a network cable

(page 3-3).

b. Connect the 170X to a printer.

c. Print a 170X Configuration Page (page 3-4).

3. Add the printer on your system by running the installation

software. This task is described in chapter 4.

Installing the

HP 170X

Installing the HP Jetdirect 170X Print Server 3-1

LEDs

On the top of the 170X are Status and LAN Activity LEDs

If the Status LED is...

Off Off Not receiving power. On Of f On; no LAN activity detected. On Blinking On; LAN activity detected. Off On (Solid) Encountering a fault during self-test or operation. Blinking Off Encountering one of the following conditions:

On On On; heavy LAN activity detected.

And the Activity LED is... Then the print server is...

running a self-test.

●

not configured.

●

not able to attach to the network.

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3-2 Installing the HP Jetdirect 170X Print Server

Install the 170X Hardware

Follow the steps below to install the 170X. For technical specifications or part numbers for power modules or parallel cables, see Appendix A.

Network Cable

Figure 3-1 Connecting the 170X to the LAN and Printer

1. Connect the 170X to the network with a 10Base-T network cable.

2. Connect the 170X to the printer with a IEEE 1284 parallel cable

(see Appendix A for cable part numbers).

3. Plug the DC power cord from the power module into the power port.

Caution Do not use the power module shipped with the 170X

with other Jetdirect products!

4. Plug the 170X power module into a wall outlet.

5. The 170X should now be on. Verify that the Status light on the 170X

is blinking. If the internal self-test failed, the light will be off. For troubleshooting information, see chapter 7.

Parallel Cable

Power

Installing the

HP 170X

Installing the HP Jetdirect 170X Print Server 3-3

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Table of Contents

Introduction

Product Overview

What’s Included

For Further Help

Network Printing Basics

Installation Overview

Configuration for Network Printing

Customer Support

Electronic Services

HP Customer Care Phone Numbers

Where Do I Begin?

Which CD-ROM Do I Use?

Do you have everything that you need?

Other HP Installation Software

Install Network Printer Wizard (Windows)

HP Web JetAdmin

HP IP/IPX Printer Gateway for NDPS

LEDs

Install the 170X Hardware