InfoPrint 6500 Series, 6500-V User Manual
InfoPrint 6500 Line Matrix Printers
Ethernet Interface User’s Manual
G550-1014-02
InfoPrint 6500 Line Matrix Printers
Ethernet Interface User’s Manual
G550-1014-02
Third Edition (May 2011)
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction ......................................................... 11
Overview.............................................................................................. 11
What Is The Ethernet Interface? ................................................... 11
Printer Models And Applicable Ethernet Interface Cards .............. 11
What Special Features Are Available?.......................................... 12
Logical Printer Architecture.................................................................. 12
Destinations/Queues ..................................................................... 14
Models........................................................................................... 14
Interfaces ............................................................................................. 15
Speed Setting for 10/100Base-T................................................... 17
Conventions Used In This Manual....................................................... 18
Notes And Notices ............................................................................... 18
2 Installation And Configuration ............................. 19
Installation............................................................................................ 19
Connecting To The Network.......................................................... 19
Configuration Tools.............................................................................. 20
Printing An Ethernet Test Page..................................................... 20
Configuration Using The Control Panel......................................... 21
Ethernet Verification ...................................................................... 22
Wireless Ethernet Configuration Using
The Control Panel ......................................................................... 23
Wireless Cisco LEAP .................................................................... 30
Kerberos Enabled Wireless Ethernet Configuration...................... 30
HTML Forms ................................................................................. 32
Configuration Alternatives ............................................................. 35
3 Ethernet Web Server ......................................... 37
Overview.............................................................................................. 37
Configuration ....................................................................................... 38
Network Configuration ......................................................................... 39
TCP/IP Network ............................................................................ 39
Wireless ........................................................................................ 42
Windows Network (NetBIOS TCP/IP) ........................................... 47
Table of Contents
Print Path Configuration....................................................................... 47
Destination Settings ...................................................................... 48
Current Model Settings ................................................................. 49
Print Model Configuration .................................................................... 52
Log Path Configuration ........................................................................ 54
TN5250/3270 Configuration................................................................. 56
SNMP Configuration ............................................................................ 59
Administration Configuration................................................................ 65
System Information ....................................................................... 65
Passwords..................................................................................... 67
System Configuration .......................................................................... 68
Security Configuration ......................................................................... 68
Kerberos Configuration ................................................................. 68
Credentials Information ................................................................. 69
Status................................................................................................... 69
Status - I/O Port ............................................................................ 70
Status - Network .................................................................................. 70
Help ..................................................................................................... 70
4 Windows Configuration ....................................... 71
Overview.............................................................................................. 71
Windows Environment Description ...................................................... 71
Windows Ethernet Configuration ......................................................... 71
Mandatory ..................................................................................... 71
Optional......................................................................................... 72
Configuration Using ARP .............................................................. 72
Communicating Across Routers.................................................... 73
Changing Workgroup Names ........................................................ 74
Changing Destination Names ....................................................... 74
Windows Host Configuration ............................................................... 76
Printer Driver Setup Wizard .......................................................... 76
Printer Driver Setup Wizard .......................................................... 76
Windows Driver Usage Information ..................................................... 78
Network Setup Wizard ......................................................................... 79
Windows Troubleshooting Tips............................................................ 82
Technical Support ......................................................................... 82
Ethernet Interface Cannot Be Found On The Network ................. 82
HTML Configuration Forms Will Not Display................................. 83
Errors Occur When Defining An LPR Printer ................................ 83
Cannot Browse The Ethernet Interface On The Network.............. 83
Printer Errors When Printing Or No Output................................... 83
Table of Contents
TCP/IP Access Problem................................................................ 84
Web Browser/HTTP Problem ........................................................ 85
Windows NT 4.0 Or 2000 Host Setup Problems ........................... 86
5 AIX/Unix Configuration........................................ 89
Overview.............................................................................................. 89
Unix Environment Description ............................................................. 89
Ethernet Configuration ......................................................................... 89
Mandatory ..................................................................................... 89
Optional......................................................................................... 89
Using ARP..................................................................................... 90
Using RARP .................................................................................. 91
Using BOOTP ............................................................................... 92
Communicating Across Routers.................................................... 93
Unix Host Configuration....................................................................... 93
Manual System V Host Setup ....................................................... 93
Ethernet Installation on HP-UX............................................................ 94
Solaris 2.6 – 7 Ethernet Setup............................................................. 95
SCO Setup........................................................................................... 96
Manual LPR/LPD Host Setup...................................................... 100
Ethernet Configuration for AIX 4........................................................ 101
AIX Remote Queue Time–Out Setting ........................................ 103
Printing From AIX ........................................................................ 103
Printing With FTP ........................................................................ 103
Direct Socket Printing.................................................................. 104
Unix Troubleshooting Tips ................................................................. 105
Ethernet Cannot Be Found On The Network .............................. 105
Nothing Prints.............................................................................. 105
Stair-Stepped Output .................................................................. 106
No Form Feed Or Extra Page Comes Out .................................. 106
TCP/IP Access Problem.............................................................. 107
Front Panel Message - Dynamically Set Params Read Only...... 108
6 iSeries Configuration, ASCII Printer.................. 109
Overview............................................................................................ 109
Configuring iSeries For ASCII Using TCP/IP..................................... 111
Configuring With ADDTCPIFC .................................................... 111
Configuring A Router Definition With ADDTCPRTE.................... 112
Configuring A Local Domain And Hostname............................... 112
Configuring A TCP/IP Host Table Entry ...................................... 113
Configuring The iSeries For Printing.................................................. 113
Setting Up Printing For ASCII Files............................................. 113
Verify Printing On iSeries................................................................... 119
Table of Contents
iSeries ASCII Troubleshooting........................................................... 119
TCP/IP Access Problem.............................................................. 120
Web Browser/HTTP Problem ...................................................... 122
7 iSeries Configuration, IPDS Printer................... 123
Configuring On iSeries As An IPDS Printer ....................................... 123
Printing AFP, IPDS, And SCS Files ............................................ 123
Requirements.............................................................................. 123
Configuration Checklist ............................................................... 124
Configuring An iSeries TCP/IP Interface With ADDTCPIFC ....... 125
Configuring PSF for IPDS On V5R4 And Above ......................... 126
Verifying The IPDS Configuration On iSeries .................................... 131
Sharing The iSeries Printer On The Network .................................... 132
Printer Sharing Parameters......................................................... 132
iSeries Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 133
Cannot PING The Printer ............................................................ 133
PSF Terminates When Initialized................................................ 133
Spooled Print File Remains In PND Status ................................. 133
Spooled Files Disappear Without Printing................................... 134
Data Is Being Clipped ................................................................. 134
8 z/OS Configuration, IPDS Printer...................... 135
Overview............................................................................................ 135
Requirements.............................................................................. 135
Configuration Checklist ............................................................... 135
Configuring PSF for z/OS to Print IPDS Files.................................... 136
Configuration Procedure ............................................................. 136
Verifying a TCP/IP-Attached Printer on z/OS.............................. 142
Sharing InfoPrint 6500-V Printers on z/OS ........................................ 143
JES Spool Printer Sharing .......................................................... 143
Port Switching Printer Sharing .................................................... 145
Handling z/OS Connectivity Problems............................................... 145
Ping is Not Successful ................................................................ 145
Ping is Successful ....................................................................... 146
9 z/OS Configuration, TN3270E........................... 147
z/OS Configuration For A TN3270E Printer....................................... 147
Coax Printer Support FMID ............................................................... 147
Program Materials ............................................................................. 147
VTAM Definitions For SCS and DSE TN3270E .......................... 149
TCPIP Configuration With TN3270E........................................... 150
Printer Inventory Manager As Defined With TN3270E................ 151
Configuration Screens ....................................................................... 157
Table of Contents
10 iSeries Configuration, TN5250.......................... 161
Setting Up TN5250 Print Queues on iSeries ..................................... 161
Setting Up A TN5250 Connection/Device Via A Telnet Session ....... 162
User Supplied Values.................................................................. 162
Using Telnet Commands for TN5250 ................................................ 163
Command List ............................................................................. 163
Getting Started ............................................................................ 163
TN5250 Job Formatting ..................................................................... 164
Font Identifier (FONT) - Help ............................................................. 166
11 iSeries Configuration, SNMP ............................ 167
Configuring For A *LAN 3812 SNMP Device Description.................. 167
Configuration Instructions ........................................................... 167
Varying On the Printer................................................................. 172
Problem Areas For Consideration............................................... 172
Additional Information ................................................................. 173
12 Monitoring Printers............................................ 175
Implementing Printer Management.................................................... 175
Agent/Manager Model ................................................................. 175
MIB.............................................................................................. 176
SNMP.......................................................................................... 177
Monitoring Tools ................................................................................ 177
Monitoring With AIX NetView/6000 ............................................. 177
Setting The SNMP Community Name......................................... 178
The Printer Management Utility Software (PMU) ........................ 178
13 Commands........................................................ 179
Command Shell Overview ................................................................. 179
npsh Access Methods ................................................................. 179
Main npsh Command Prefixes .................................................... 179
Getting Command Help............................................................... 180
Complete Command List ................................................................... 180
Store Commands ........................................................................ 180
Set Commands ........................................................................... 191
List Commands ........................................................................... 200
Miscellaneous Commands .......................................................... 204
Table of Contents
14 Extra Features................................................... 207
Ethernet Security ............................................................................... 207
Users And Passwords ................................................................. 207
TCP Access Lists ........................................................................ 208
Printer Monitoring And Logging ......................................................... 209
Printer And Print Job Monitoring ................................................. 209
Printer Logging Through Logpaths.............................................. 210
Ethernet Naming Schemes ................................................................ 211
15 Radio Frequency Statements............................ 213
Glossary ............................................................ 221
Product Recycling And Disposal........................................................ 228
Trademarks........................................................................................ 228
Communication Statements............................................................... 229
Limited Software Product Warranty ............................................ 236
1
Overview
Introduction
This chapter introduces you to the ethernet interface architecture and special
features, as well as providing information on installation and configuration
tools.
What Is The Ethernet Interface?
The ethernet interface allows you to attach printers on a local area network
(LAN) rather than attaching them directly to a host system. Following simple
configuration steps, these peripherals can be simultaneously shared with
users on the network whether you are using TCP/IP, NetBIOS over TCP/IP,
or IPX (Novell
The ethernet interface package contains an ethernet interface to attach itself
and the printer to the network. The ethernet interface is supplied in one of two
forms:
®
).
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an integrated ethernet card
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an integrated wireless ethernet card.
Throughout this manual, features specific to each ethernet interface type will
be indicated by the sideheads ETHERNET and WIRELESS.
Printer Models And Applicable Ethernet Interface Cards
The following lists the 6500-V printer model with its corresponding ethernet
interface card type.
Printer Ethernet Interface Card Type
6500-V Power PC Based PCI Ethernet (wired)
Power PC Based PCI Ethernet (wireless)
External Ethernet to Parallel Port
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This is the InfoPrint Network Print Server which is available through
InfoPrint Solutions Company. This feature is offered with limited support.
The information in this manual does not apply to the InfoPrint Network Print
Server. Contact your InfoPrint Solutions representative for more details.
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Logical Printer Architecture
What Special Features Are Available?
The ethernet interface offers an extensive list of features including:
•
built-in HTML forms for easy cross-platform configuration
•
availability of Printer Management Utility (PMU)
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a detailed and easy-to-use command shell built-in to the firmware
•
multi-level configuration security through passwords, permission levels,
and access lists
•
WAN-wide communication access
•
numerous printer logging methods (e.g., automatic email) to record
printer errors and usage
•
remote management through HTML forms, Telnet sessions, rsh/rcmd/
remsh commands, SNMP, and pre-defined log methods
•
extensive built-in troubleshooting tools
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built-in telnet and ping clients
•
configurable memory usage by disabling protocols and destination
services
•
multiple destinations/queues for versatile printer manipulation and distinct
print setups
•
header and trailer strings to instruct printers on font, pitch, printing, etc.
•
flexible naming conventions
•
automatic network connection and frame type sensing
•
simultaneous printing across all I/O ports and all supported protocols
•
multiple network protocol support
Logical Printer Architecture
The ethernet interface implements a logical printer architecture which gives
the system administrator the possibility to configure the print server to handle
and act upon the print data in several ways. When a print job comes through
the print server, there is a certain logical print path that it follows before it gets
to the printer. Each logical print path consists of a sequence of logical steps
where extra processing may be performed on the print data before it is sent to
the printer. This ability to preprocess the print data before it is sent to the
printer allows elimination of certain printing problems, or implementation of
printer enhancements that may be difficult and time consuming to solve or
introduce at the system, spool file or queue level. The preprocess ability is
also simplistic to perform at the print server level.
NOTE: If the printer is configured for IPDS, any reference to “d4prn” should
be understood to mean “dipdsprn.” This queue should only be used to
print IPDS.
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What Special Features Are Available?
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3
Host
Destination 4
(d4prn)
Destination 2
(d2prn)
Destination 3
(d3prn)
Destination 1
(d1prn)
Model 1
(m1)
Model 2
(m2)
Model 3
(m3)
Model 4
(m4)
Printer
Destination 8
(d8prn)
Destination 6
(d6prn)
Destination 7
(d7prn)
Destination 5
(d5prn)
Model 5
(m5)
Model 6
(m6)
Model 7
(m7)
Model 8
(m8)
Logical Printer Architecture
The logical print path for a print job going through the ethernet interface
consists of three different phases:
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Phase 1 - the host sends the job to a destination or queue on the ethernet
interface (e.g. d1prn).
•
Phase 2 - the print job passes through the associated “model” (e.g. model
“m1”) on the ethernet interface for any extra processing associated with
the model.
•
Phase 3 - the processed print job is directed to the printer for output.
Figure 1. Print Path
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Logical Printer Architecture
Destinations/Queues
For every I/O port on the ethernet interface, there is at least one pre-defined
logical print queue or destination to accept print jobs destined for it. This
includes print job that is sent directly to the I/O port, such as port 9100. These
queue or destination names are pre-defined but can be changed by the user.
Models
For every destination or queue, there is a pre-defined model associated with
it. The model defines how the print job will be processed as it passes through
to the printer. Models are a set of mini filters that can be used to modify the
print data stream. The functions available for each model are as follows:
1. Insert carriage return after line feed
2. Insert a banner page before or after each print job
3. Insert header strings to
•
Print in landscape mode
•
Print in portrait mode
4. Insert trailer strings to
•
Reset the printer once the print job completes
•
Force the end of the job
•
Perform a form feed at the end of the data
5. Log one or all of the following information as each print job passes
through the model
•
Job ID and username
•
User ID and three messages per job about the start and finish
•
Checksum value of the data transferred
•
Miscellaneous messages from the printer
•
Status of the printer based on the port interface signals
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Interfaces
Interfaces
Models
6. Load a specific printer configuration before processing a print job
•
Specify a printer configuration to be associated with a print queue.
•
When a job is set to that print queue, the associated printer
configuration will be loaded before the job is processed.
•
Feature allows you to define up to eight unique and independent
printer personalities in a single printer.
•
Allows you to effectively have eight different printers in one.
The ethernet interfaces with your printer through an integrated ethernet card.
ETHERNET
NET Indication Description
WIRELESS
Integrated Ethernet Card LED:
T a ble 1. Integrated NIC LED Indicator
ON flashes Indicates activity
ON constant Indicates that the link is good at 10 Mbps
ON constant Indicates that the link is good at 100 Mbps
Wireless Network Indicator
The wireless ethernet interface has 2 bi-color LEDs which can produce three
colors each: green, red, and yellow (green and red combined).
the STAT LED states for various sytem conditions:
Table 2. Wireless Ethernet Interface STAT LED States
System Condition STAT LED
Table 2 shows
System is running without an IP address. Green, 2 Hz flash
System is running with an IP address. Green, 1 Hz flash
System error. Red 2Hz flash
System is in upgrade mode with an IP address. Yellow, 1 Hz flash
System is in upgrade mode without an IP address. Yellow, 2 Hz flash
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Interfaces
Table 3 shows the NET LED states for various network conditions when a
WLAN card is inserted into the wireless Ethernet. The Ethernet (wired)
interface will not affect the NET LED while a WLAN card is present.
Table 3. Wireless Ethern e t Interf ace NET LED States
WLAN Network Condition NET LED
Network-link quality is good Green
Network-link quality is fair Ye ll ow
Network-link quality is bad Red
Network-link not present Off
Network-link present and transmitting Link quality + blink
Table 4 shows the NET LED states for various network conditions when no
WLAN card is found or present.
Table 4. Wireless Ethern e t Interf ace NET LED States (No WLAN)
Wired Ethernet Network Condition
(No WLAN)
Network-link is present Green
Network-link is not present Off
Network-link present and transmitting Blink
NET LED
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Speed Setting for 10/100Base-T
Speed Setting for 10 /100B ase-T
When the router is set to auto-negotiation enable, the following is the correct
behavior of the ethernet interface with each setting:
1. 10mbps Half Duplex
Use parallel detection because the ethernet interface is using force mode
and thus has auto-negotiation disabled.
PORs to Half Duplex. Resets to Half Duplex. Reconnection at switch
maintains Half Duplex.
2. 10mbps Full Duplex
Use parallel detection because the ethernet interface is using force mode
and thus has auto-negotiation disabled.
PORs to Half Duplex. Resets to Half Duplex. Reconnection at switch
maintains Half Duplex.
3. 100mbps Half Duplex
Use parallel detection because the ethernet interface is using force mode
and thus has auto-negotiation disabled.
PORs to Half Duplex. Resets to Half Duplex. Reconnection at switch
results in Half Duplex.
4. 100mbps Full Duplex
Use parallel detection because the ethernet interface is using force mode
and thus has auto-negotiation disabled.
PORs to Half Duplex. Resets to Half Duplex. Reconnection at switch
results in Half Duplex.
5. Ethernet in Auto mode in 100mbps Full Duplex environment
Use auto negotiation to the highest common local and remote capability,
i.e. 100 Full Duplex in this case.
PORs to 100/Full Duplex. Resets to 100/Full Duplex. Reconnection at
switch remains 100/Full Duplex.
6. Ethernet in Auto mode in 10mbps Half Duplex environment
(determined using 10hd hub)
Use auto-negotiation to the highest common local and remote capability,
i.e. 100 Half Duplex in this case.
PORs to 10 Half Duplex. Resets to 10 Half Duplex. Reconnection at
switch maintains 10 Half Duplex.
NOTE: With parallel detection, only speed can be determined. The duplex
mode sets to half duplex.
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Conventions Used In This Manual
Conventions Used In This Manual
All uppercase print indicates control panel keys.
Example: Press the STOP key, then press the MENU key.
Quotation marks (“ ”) indicate messages on the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).
Example: Press the STOP key. “NOT READY” appears on the LCD.
Command syntax and examples are formatted as follows:
•
The Courier New font in boldface indicates commands that you type. For
example:
At the prompt, type:
ping ftp.CompanyWebsite.com
•
Regular Courier New font indicates references to command syntax and
output. For example:
The ftp.CompanyWebsite.com site is working properly.
•
Variable values are shown in brackets < > in command syntax, output,
and in text. For example:
ping <ipname>
The <ipname> is working properly.
Notes And Notices
For your safety and to protect valuable equipment, read and comply with the
notes included in this manual. A description follows:
NOTE: A Note gives you helpful information and tips about printer operation
and maintenance.
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A
A
Network Connector
Installa tion
Installation And
Configuration
The ethernet interface provides an RJ-45 connector for 10/100Base-T (UTP)
networks.
Connecting To The Network
To attach the ethernet interface to a network, plug the network cable into the
ethernet interface connector.
Watch the LEDs in the rear of the printer as they cycle through the power-on
self-test. When the test is complete, the STAT LED will begin to flash.
Figure 2. Interior View of the Cabinet Model Showing Network Interface Location and Setup
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Configuration Tools
Configuration Tools
There are two parts to a ethernet setup:
•
Configuring the ethernet so it can be seen on the network. This involves
network-related settings (e.g., an IP address within TCP/IP environments)
configured through the built-in command shell, npsh, or from the control
panel.
•
Configuring a host with a new printer so it knows how to send data to the
ethernet. Just being able to see the printer on the network does not mean
you can automatically print to it. A host has to be told where to send the
data.
NOTE: Some network environments do not require any network settings to
be configured on the ethernet. However, all network setups require
configuration on the host end.
Printing An Ethernet Test Page
Always print an ethernet test page before performing any updates or network
configuration using the following steps for 6500 printers:
1. Take the printer offline. When the printer LCD reads "NOT READY",
press the RETURN and ENTER keys simultaneously to unlock the control
panel.
2. Press MENU. The first configuration main menu option displays.
3. Press the ÏSCROLL/MICRO until "Operator Print Tests" appears.
4. Press ENTER to enter the Operator Print Tests menu. Continue pressing
the
Ï
SCROLL/MICRO until "Ethernet Test Page" appears. Press
ENTER.
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Configuration Using The Control Panel
Configuration Using The Control Panel
You can set ethernet interface settings from the printer control panel.
CAUTION
When the printer is first powered on, the message “ETHERNET
INITIALIZING” displays on the control panel. To prevent a loss of
ethernet configuration information, do not change the ethernet settings
before the message “ETHERNET READY” displays. When initialization
is complete, “ETHERNET READY” displays, allowing you to safely
change the ethernet settings from the control panel.
1. After the printer displays “ETHERNET READY”, take the printer offline.
2. Scroll through the menu selections until “ETHERNET ADDRESS” or
“WLAN ADDRESS” displays.
3. You can set any of three listed parameters from the printer control panel.
These parameters are located in the Ethernet Address, Adapter Address,
or Wireless Address menu.
4. Power on the printer. The message “ETHERNET INITIALIZING” appears
when the printer is powered on. Configuration can be done after the
“ETHERNET READY” message appears.
5. Verify the current ethernet firmware version number.
If you need to update the printer firmware, you must do so now. After the
update is complete, you must restart this instruction from the beginning.
Your printer’s InfoP ri nt 6500 Line Matri x Print er s: User Man ual includes
instructions for upgrading the printer firmware. The process of upgrading
the printer firmware will automatically upgrade the ethernet firmware to
the appropriate level.
6. From the front panel, navigate to the IP Address, Netmask, and Gateway
Address (Subnet Mask) menu options and enter the appropriate values.
You must press ENTER after inputting each segment of the IP Address,
Netmask, and Gateway Address.
7. Put the printer online and wait for the “ETHERNET READY” message to
display on the front panel. Placing the printer online starts the Ethernet IP
Address, Netmask, and Gateway Address update process.
NOTE: If you do not put the printer online, the setting you just entered will not
take effect. Do not turn the printer off until you see the “ETHERNET
READY” message. If you turn the printer off before the new values
are written to memory in the ethernet adapter, you will need to
repower the printer and repeat steps
NOTE: When the printer is moved from one network to another, the software
cannot find the printer. Verify the IP address, Gateway Mask, and
Subnet Mask to make sure the settings are correct and routable.
6 and 7 above immediately.
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Configuration Tools
Ethernet V erification
Before performing the verification, you must connect the ethernet interface
card to the network.
1. Print an ethernet test page (following the steps on page 20) to verify the
settings you made.
2. Verify the Netmask is correct in two locations on the ethernet test page:
•
NETWORK INTERFACES
•
TCP/IP ROUTING TABLE
The Netmask must be the same in both locations. For example, if the
Netmask is listed as 255.255.255.0 in NETWORK INTERFACES and is
listed as 255.255.255.255 in the TCP/IP ROUTING TABLE, they do not
match and you must correct it for the Gateway. Also, if a Gateway
Address was entered, verify that “xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx is alive” is printed under
the Default Gateway Ping Test, where xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx is the Gateway
Address. If a Gateway Address was not entered, the Default Gateway
Ping test is not required and will not display on the page.
If the Netmask does not match, complete the following steps:
a. Place the printer offline.
b. Using the front panel, modify the Gateway value to 0.0.0.0. (non-
configured).
c. Place the printer online and wait for the “ETHERNET IS READY”
message to display.
d. Place the printer offline and enter the Gateway Address you desire.
e. Place the printer online and wait for the “ETHERNET IS READY”
message. This saves the new Gateway Address.
Your ethernet is now configured and connected to your network.
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Wireless Ethernet Configuration Using The Control Panel
WIRELESS
CAUTION
Wireless Ethernet Conf igurat ion Using
The Control Panel
NOTE: The Access Point must be configured according to the manufacturer's
installation guide.
To configure wireless ethernet card, configure the ethernet and wireless IP
addresses so they can be seen on the network. This includes several
network-related settings (e.g., an IP address within TCP/IP environments)
configured through the built-in command shell, npsh, or from the control
panel.
IP Address Configuration
You can set the wireless ethernet IP settings from the printer control panel.
When the printer is first powered on, the message “ETHERNET
INITIALIZING” displays on the control panel. To prevent a loss of
ethernet configuration information, do not change the ethernet settings
while this message displays. When the initialization is complete,
“ETHERNET READY” displays, and you can safely change the ethernet
settings from the control panel.
You need to set both the ethernet and wireless network IP addresses
according to the TCP/IP environment that the printer is connected to. There
are four parameters accessed from the printer control panel that are IP
address related. These parameters are located in the "Ethernet Address” and
the "Wireless Address” menu:
•
IP Address
This is the host for IP addresses that have four segments. They are displayed
as SEG1, SEG2, SEG3, and SEG4 which can be set to any value in the range
of 0 to 255.
•
Subnet Mask
This is the subnet mask for the host IP that has four segments. They are
displayed as SEG1, SEG2, SEG3, and SEG4 which can be set to any value in
the range of of 0 to 255.
•
Gateway Address
This is the gateway IP addresses that have four segments. They are
displayed as SEG1, SEG2, SEG3, and SEG4 which can be set to any value in
the range of 0 to 255.
•
MAC Address
This menu item is the Manufacturer’s Assigned Number, and is unique for
each printer. It is read-only.
•
DHCP
The DHCP option allows you to obtain host server IP addresses when
powering onto the network. The DHCP can be configured to:
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Configuration Tools
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Enable. each time you power on, the host server automatically
assigns you a different address (if the IP address has not been
previously assigned).
•
Disable. You choose the host server IP address. After the selection,
the IP Address remains fixed even after you reboot.
Wireless Parameter Configuration
Certain "WIRELESS PARAMS" must be configured to match the Access
Point settings:
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Signal Strength
This menu displays the strength of the wireless signal.
NOTE: This is a display value only and cannot be changed.
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SSID Name
This is the Service Set Identifier which must be identical to the Access Point's
SSID name. The SSID name can be configured to a maximum of 32
alphanumeric characters. The SSID name and alphanumeric characters are
divided into three parts in the control panel menu as "SSID Name (01-15)",
"SSID Name (16-30)" and "SSID Name (31-32)".
NOTE: When two or more consecutive space characters are used in the
SSID, enclose it in a double quoted string;otherwise upon resetting
the ethernet, the SSID Name wil be saved in the wireless ethernet
with only one space.
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Reset SSID Name
Allows you to reset the SSID name.
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Operation Mode
This is the operation mode of the wireless network. The options include
“Infrastructure” and “Ad Hoc” modes. This must match the Access Point’s
configuration.
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Minimum Transfer Rate
Allows you to set the minimum speed at which the Wireless option will accept
a connection (in million bits per second). The options are:
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Auto-negotiate (default)
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1Mb/Sec.
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2Mb/Sec.
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5.5Mb/Sec
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11Mb/Sec
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Channel
This is the frequency used for wireless communication. The 2.4GHz band
spectrum is divided into different channels (1-15). It is set to "Default" so that
the ethernet can detect the correct channel to communicate with the Access
Point in infrastructure mode. If the operation mode is "Ad Hoc" and the
channel is known, the user can set the corresponding channel in this menu.
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Antenna Diversity
This is used to select the antenna for communication. It is recommended to
set to "Primary" for the ethernet to detect for optimal communication. It can
also be set to "Diverse", “Primary”, or "Auxiliary".
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Preamble
This is the preamble used in the wireless packets. It is recommended to set to
"Default" so that the ethernet can detect the correct preamble. The preamble
is approximately 8 bytes of the packet header generated by the AP and is
attached to the packet prior to transmission. The preamble length is
transmission data rate dependent. The "short" preamble is 50% shorter than
the "long" preamble. It must match the Access Point's preamble configuration.
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Power Management
This option allows you to set power-save mode and sleep time. A value
specifying the sleep time in milliseconds will be provided. If set to zero,
power-save mode will be disabled. It is recommended not to change this
setting.
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Transmit Power
This option allows you to specify the power level used by the wireless card to
send network packets to the access point. Transmit power is specified as a
percentage of full pwer (0 – 100%).
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International Mode
When enabled, the Wireless option adapts to international frequency
requirements in Europe.
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Authentication Method
This feature allows the user to select the authentication method used for the
wireless network interface. The options include Open, Shared, Kerberos, and
LEAP.
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WEP Key X
This is the key value. If the "KEY WIDTH" is set to 40 Bits, the key values can
be entered in the following 5 sub menus (BYTE 1, …, BYTE 5). If the "KEY
WIDTH" is set to 128 Bits, the key values can be entered in the following 13
sub menus (BYTE 1, …, BYTE 13). The key values must configure to match
the corresponding key in the Access Point's key configuration.
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Default WEP Key
The default key must match the Access Point's configuration. If the Access
Point is configured to use "Open System", the default key should be set to 0. If
the Access Point is configured to use 40-bit or 128-bit WEP encryption key,
the encryption key must be set to the same setting as the Access Point's
setting. See the following section on how to set up the encryption key. There
may be four keys (1-4) that an Access Point can use. If the Access Point is set
to use key 1, the default key must be set to 1 to correspond to the Access
Point's setting.
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Reset WEP Keys
Allows you to reset all four WEP keys (WEP Key 1 through WEP Key 4) at
one time.
Encryption Key Configuration
As previously mentioned, there are four encryption keys that can be
configured through the control panel. For each encryption key x (where x can
be 1 to 4), the following control menu can be used to configure the key:
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WEP Key x Format
This is the format of the key. It can be set to either ASCII or Hexadecimal.
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WEP Key x Width
This is the number of bits used for encryption. This can be set to either 40 Bits
or 128 Bits and must match the Access Point's configuration.
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WEP Key X
This is the key value. If the "KEY WIDTH" is set to 40 Bits, the key values can
be entered in the following 5 sub menus (BYTE 1, …, BYTE 5). If the "KEY
WIDTH" is set to 128 Bits, the key values can be entered in the following 13
sub menus (BYTE 1, …, BYTE 13). The key values must configure to match
the corresponding key in the Access Point's key configuration.
Authentication Method
This feature allows the user to select the authentication method used for the
wireless network interface. The options include open, shared, kerberos, and
leap.
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LEAP Parameters
LEAP wireless security scheme is available when the Cisco Aironet 350 radio
card is installed. The Cisco LEAP allows for a WEP key timeout that forces reauthentication, resulting in the derivation of a new WEP key for the session.
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Authentication Method.
This feature allows the user to select the authentication method used for the
wireless network interface.
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Open (the default). Selects open authentication.
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Shared. Selects shared key authentication.
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Kerberos. Selects Kerberos authentication (for use when a Symbol
RF card is installed).
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LEAP. Selects LEAP authentication (for use with a Cisco RF card
installed).
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LEAP Username
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LEAP Username (01-15). The first 15 characters of the LEAP user
name (maximum number of characters is 32).
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LEAP Username (16-30). Characters 16 to 30 of the LEAP user
name (maximum number of characters is 32).
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LEAP User (31-32). Characters 31 to 32 of the LEAP user name
(maximum number of characters is 32).
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Reset LEAP User
Resets the LEAP user name to an empty string.
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LEAP Password
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LEAP Password (01-15). The first 15 characters of the LEAP
password (maximum number of characters is 32).
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LEAP Password (16-30). Characters 16 to 30 of the LEAP password
(maximum number of characters is 32).
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LEAP Password (31-32). Characters 31 to 32 of the LEAP password
(maximum number of characters is 32).
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Reset LEAP Password
Resets the LEAP password to an empty string.
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Kerberos Param eters
Kerberos is a wireless security scheme available when a symbol LA 4121
radio card is installed.
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Kerberos Enable
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Disable (default). Disable Kerberos authentication in the wireless
network interface.
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Enable. Enable Kerberos authentication in the wireless network
interface.
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Kerberos Password
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Kerberos Password (01–15 ). First 15 characters of the Kerberos
password (maximum number of characters is 40).
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Kerberos Password (16–30 ). Characters 31 to 40 of the Kerberos
password (maximum number of characters is 40).
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Kerberos Password (31–40 ). Characters 31 to 40 of the Kerberos
password (maximum number of characters is 40).
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Reset Kerberos Password
Reset Kerberos password to an empty string.
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KDC Port Number
KDC (Key Distribution Center) port number is the 2-byte UDP/TCP port used
for Kerberos Communication.
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88 (default)
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0 - 65535
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Clock Skew
Sets the maximum allowable amount of time in seconds or minutes that
Kerberos authentication will tolerate before assuming that a Kerberos
message is valid.
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Clock Skew Units. The range for Seconds is 60-900, and the default
is 300. The range for Minutes is 1-15, and the default is 5.
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Clock Skew (SEC)
NOTE: The submenu selected in Clock Skew Units will display on the Clock
Skew (SEC) menu. For example, if you select Minutes, the Clock
Skew (SEC) menu name will change to Clock Skew (MIN).
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Ticket Lifetime
Sets the maximum allowable amount of time in Seconds, Minutes, Hours, or
Days that a ticket obtained from the Kerberos server is valid before getting a
new one.
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Ticket Lifetime Units
Seconds. The range is 300-259200, and the default is 43200.
Minutes. The range is 5-4320, and the default is 720.
Hours. The range is 1-72, and the default is 12.
Days. The range is 1-3, and the default is 1.
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Ticket Lifetime (Sec). The ticket lifetime unit in seconds. The default
is 43200.
NOTE: The submenu selected in Ticket Lifetime Units will display on the
Ticket Lifetime (SEC) menu. For example, if you select Hours, the
Ticket Lifetime (SEC) menu name will change to Ticket Lifetime (HR).
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Renew Lifetime
Sets the maximum allowable amount of time in Seconds, Minutes, Hours, or
Days before warning that a new Kerberos password is needed.
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Renew Lifetime Units
Seconds. The range is 0-604800, and the default is 0.
Minutes. The range is 0-10080, and the default is 0.
Hours. The range is 1-168, and the default is 0.
Days. The range is 0-7, and the default is 0.
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Renew Lifetime (SEC)
NOTE: The submenu selected in Renew Lifetime Units will display on the
Renew Lifetime (SEC) menu. For example, if you select Days, the
Renew Lifetime (SEC) menu name will change to Renew Lifetime
(DAY).
Equivalent Wireless Ethernet Configuration Using The
Telnet Command
store ifc 2 wlan ssid <network-name>
store ifc 2 wlan mode adhoc|pseudo|managed
store ifc 2 wlan speed auto|(1 2 5 11)
store ifc 2 wlan channel default|(1-15)
store ifc 2 wlan antenna diverse|primary|aux
store ifc 2 wlan preamble default|long|short
store ifc 2 wlan pmm on|off
store ifc 2 wlan txpwr (0-100)
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store ifc 2 wlan opts [[-]openauth][[-]intnl]
store ifc 2 wlan defkey disable|(1-4)
store ifc 2 wlan key <key-num> <key-sequence>
store ifc 2 wlan auth <auth-method>
store ifc 2 wlan user <auth-user-name>
store ifc 2 wlan pass <auth-password>
Refer to page 180 for the complete command set.
Wireless Cisco LEAP
LEAP is a Cisco wireless security scheme. The Cisco LEAP allows for a WEP
key timeout that forces re-authentication, resulting in the derivation of a new
WEP key for the session. To enable LEAP in the NIC, enter the username
and password corresponding to the RADIUS server with the following
commands:
store ifc 2 wlan auth leap
store ifc 2 wlan user <username>
store ifc 2 wlan pass <password>
NOTE: Disable the defkey to use LEAP.
WIRELESS
Kerberos Enabled Wireless Etherne t Configuration
This section provides an example of how a user configures the Print Server to
use the Kerberos authentication via the wired Telnet session.
This example assumes Symbol’s Access Point and RF card is used and the
Print Server has not been configured for Kerberos authentication. It also
assumes that the KDC, Access Point and the Print Server are in the same
realm.
NOTE: Kerberos Authentication is only supported on Symbol technologies
LA 4121 radio card.
To set up the Print Server for Kerberos authentication, the administrator first
has to enable Kerberos in the Access Point according to Symbol’s
instructions. Symbol’s Access Point must have its Network time set up with
the correct time server. Once the Access Point is configured, the Print Server
is ready to be configured for Kerberos authentication.
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