HP (Hewlett-Packard) 300X User Manual

10/100BASE-TX single-port external print server

The HP JetDirect 300X OfficeConnect

external print server, with HP Web JetAdmin printer management software, is a key component of HP’s industry-leading network printing solution. As an integral part of the HP JetDirect family of internal and external print servers, the HP JetDirect 300X OfficeConnect is a 10/100BASE-TX external print server that provides easy migration from 10BASE-T to 100BASE-TX networks. Plus it’s optimized to work with any HP or non-HP printer with a parallel port.*

Smart

Makes installation and management easier than ever.

■ Includes multi-NOS/multiprotocol

support for Ethernet and Fast Ethernet networks.

■ Supports NDS, NDPS, SNMP,

DHCP/WINS, and lpd.

■ Includes automatic network/protocol

switching for simplified printing in mixed environments.

■ Auto-negotiates between 10 Mbps/100

Mbps speed and full-/half-duplex mode.

■ LEDs automatically indicate a 10 Mbps or

100 Mbps connection.

■ Includes OfficeConnect Network Assistant

CD-ROM - a step-by-step guide to network set-up and operation

■ Optimized for small business

■ Clips to other OfficeConnect devices

Affordable

It’s never been more cost effective to own and operate a network printer.

■ Lets you turn virtually any printer with a

parallel port into a network printer.

■ 2 MB flash memory allows easy, fast

upgrades over the network.

■ Future proof any network printer for

migration to 100BASE-TX networks.

Fast

Gives end users what they ask for—when they need it.

■ Uses a high-speed bidirectional port.

■ Transmits data to the printer at the

highest speed possible.

■ Maximizes network printing performance

of virtually any HP or non-HP printer.*

HP JetDirect 300X OfficeConnect

Print Server

Single-port external print server provides high speed network printing solutions for small businesses

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The HP JetDirect 300X OfficeConnect print server lets

you share virtually any printer—whatever your needs.

Designed for use with

the award-winning

3Com OfficeConnect

family of products

HP JetDirect 300X OfficeConnect Print Server

Printed in U.S.A. on recycled paper 400427-002 7/99

Benefits of the OfficeConnect Solution:

Optimized for small offices Broadest solution on the market Simple installation and troubleshooting Superior reliability Certified for home or office use

Network System Compatibility

The HP JetDirect 300X external print server supports operations in the following network environments:

IPX/SPX

Novell NetWare v3.11, 3.12, 3.2, 4.x, 5.0 Novell NDPS Microsoft Windows 95 and 98 Microsoft Windows NT 3.51, 4.0**

DLC/LLC

Artisoft LANtastic Powersuite Microsoft Windows NT 3.51, 4.0**

TCP/IP

RedHat LINIX 5.0, 5.1, 5.2 HP-UX 10.x, 11.x SunOS v4.1.3, 4.1.4 Solaris 2.5.x, 2.6 (SPARC systems only) IBM AIX v3.2.5 and later** IBM OS/2 Warp** SCO UNIX v/386 Microsoft Windows NT v3.51, 4.0 Microsoft Windows 95 and 98 MPE-iX**

EtherTalk

Apple MAC 0S (System 7)

*Except GDI printers or HP DeskJet 710, 720, 820 and 1000 printers.

**Requires software from the NOS vendor.

Package Contents

Power supply Installation and configuration manual HP Printer management software HP JetDirect 300x OfficeConnect External print server OfficeConnect Network Assistant CD-ROM

Ordering Information

HP J4101B HP JetDirect 300X OfficeConnect Print Server for

Ethernet LAN: RJ-45 port for 10/100BASE-TX unshielded twisted pair cable. Requires standard IEEE parallel printer cable (purchased separately).

For More Information

Hewlett-Packard peripherals and personal computers are available at authorized HP dealers worldwide. In North America, call toll free for the authorized HP dealer nearest you:

United States (800) 243-9812 Canada (800) 387-3867 Japan 03 3385 8333 Latin America 525 258 4044 Europe/Africa/Middle East 41 1 735 7111 Or visit us on the web:

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

Warranty

Three-year, return-to-HP warranty.

Customer Service

Hewlett-Packard stands behind this year 2000 compliant product with technical support and a limited three-year, return-to-HP warranty.

For the latest support information about HP JetDirect print servers, visit HP Customer Care Online at www.hp.com/go/support/net_printing.

HP joins 3Com’s OfficeConnect family of products, which offers a unique solution, specifically designed for a small-office environment.

The OfficeConnect system provides a total networking solution comprising NICs, PC Cards, hubs, switches, HP JetDirect print severs, remote access and internet connectivity devices.

As businesses expand, additional devices and functions can be added.

To learn more about 3Com OfficeConnect products, visit our World Wide Web site at www.3com.com/smallbusiness/ 3Com Corporation is publicly traded on Nasdaq under the symbol COMS.

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