Lantronix MPS1-T, MPS1-2, MPS100 User Manual

Print Server Installation Guide

For MPS1-T and MPS1-2 Ethernet Print Servers

and MPS100 Fast Ethernet Print Servers

The information in this guide may change without notice. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any errors which may appear in this guide.

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Copyright 1998, Lantronix. All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this book may be transmitted or reproduced in any form or by any means without the written permission of Lantronix. Printed in the United States of America.

The revision date for this manual is

October 6, 1998

Part Number:

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Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user, at his or her own expense, will be required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the interference.

Changes or modifications to this device not explicitly approved by Lantronix will void the user's authority to operate this device.

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Rev. A

WARNING

1 Introduction

2 Installation

3 Getting Started

4 TCP/IP Configuration

5 NetWare Configuration

6 LAT Configuration

7 AppleTalk Configuration

8 LAN Manager/DLC Configuration

A Contact Information

B Troubleshooting

C Pinouts

D Updating Software

E Specifications

F Frequently-used Commands

Warranty Statement

Declaration of Conformity

Index

Introduction

1 - Introduction

The Lantronix Micro Print Server (MPS) is a multiprotocol print server that provides shared network access to printers for a variety of network protocols and operating systems. The MPS supports the AppleTalk (EtherTalk), Microsoft LAN Manager, Local Area Transport (LAT), IPX (NetWare), and TCP/IP protocols. The MPS can queue multiple pending jobs and service those jobs in the order that they are received from the hosts. The Centronics parallel port on the back of the MPS is compatible with the Hewlett-Packard Bitronics interface, which allows bi-directional communication on the parallel port.

There are three MPS models which are the same except for the Ethernet interface used. The MPS1-T has an RJ45 port for 10BASE-T connections, the MPS1-2 has a BNC connector for 10BASE-2 connections, and the MPS100 can auto-negotiate between 10BASE-T and 100BASE-T media connected to its RJ45 port. The features, installation process, and conÞguration procedures are the same.

NOTE:

In this manual, all MPS models will be referred to as Òthe MPSÓ or Òthe ServerÓ unless a distinction needs to be made between them.

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1.1 How to Use This Manual

This guide is structured as follows:

¥ Chapter 2,

¥ Chapter 3,

operate the Server.

¥ Chapters 4 through 8 cover protocol-speciÞc setup needed to install print

queues and otherwise use the Server.

Read chapters 2 and 3 in order, then proceed to the protocol-speciÞc chapter that relates to your network.

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Getting Started

, explains how to physically install the Server.

, explains the minimum conÞguration needed to

Installation

2 - Installation

2.1 Product Description

The front panel of the MPS has a Test button, LEDs, a power connector, and one of the following Ethernet ports: a BNC connector for 10BASE-2 (MPS1-2), an RJ45 port for 10BASE-T (MPS1-T), or an RJ45 port for 10/100BASE-T (MPS100). The rear panel has a Centronics connector.

“back”

Centronics Connector

10/100BASE-T Port

100

LINK

TEST

MPS100

“front”

The

LINK

LED is solid green when there is a valid Ethernet network connection. The

ACT

(Activity) LED ßashes green or red when the server is in use. The

LED (MPS100 only) is solid green when a 100BASE-T network is connected.

5VDC

100

(100 MBit)

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The Test button serves two functions. When pressed brießy, it prints a test page. When pressed for Þve seconds while plugging in the power cable, it returns the Server to its factory default conÞguration.

2.2 Installation

The following diagram shows a properly-installed MPS:

PARALLEL PRINTER

➂

①

To install the server, complete the following steps in order. Refer to the numbers in the Þgure for help.

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➁

MPS100

100BASE-T

Installation

1. Connect the MPS Centronics connector directly to your printerÕs connector.

2a. For MPS1-T and MPS100 models, connect a twisted pair Ethernet cable to the

MPS RJ45 connector.

2b. For MPS1-2 models, connect a thin coaxial Ethernet cable to the MPS BNC

connector.

3. Attach one end of the power cable to the MPS; plug the other end into an electrical outlet. Power will come on automatically.

NOTE:

The LINK LED indicates a good network connection. The ACT LED gives information about what the MPS is doing; for example, when code is being downloaded as the unit boots, the LED will blink green quickly.

Allow 45 seconds for the unit to fully boot. The LINK LED will be lit if there is a valid connection to the network, and the ACT LED should blink.

4. Print a Test page by pressing the Test/Reset button.

NOTE:

If the Test page does not print, refer to Appendix B, Troubleshooting.

5. Install EZWebCon on your 32-bit Windows PC to conÞgure your Server. The EZWebCon software is located on the CD-ROM. See EZWebCon ConÞguration on page 3-2 for more information.

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3 - Getting Started

It is important to consider the following points before logging into and conÞguring the MPS:

¥ The MPS IP address must be conÞgured before any TCP/IP

functionality is available. (See

¥ There are two important passwords on the MPS: the privileged

password and the login password.

Changing any server, service, or port setting requires privileged user status. The default privileged password is

The login password is required for remote console logins. The default login password is

Setting the IP Address

access

system

on page 4-2.)

NOTE:

If you would like to change either the privileged or login password, either use EZWebCon or refer to the Print Server Reference Manual located on the CD-ROM.

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3.1 EZWebCon Conﬁguration

The EZWebCon conÞguration software is the recommended way to conÞgure the MPS. EZWebCon is a graphical user interface that guides Þrst time users through the initial conÞguration process and allows experienced users to update and change any conÞgurable parameters. There are two important things to note about EZWebCon:

¥ Your Server must have an IP address before EZWebCon can log into

it for conÞguration purposes. See for instructions.

¥ EZWebCon requires a Java Virtual Machine (JVM) on the client.

Lantronix provides JVM installers for Solaris and 32-bit Windows users, as well as source code and instructions for compiling it for use on other systems.

The EZWebCon software is located on the distribution CD-ROM. All instructions for installing EZWebCon are provided in the README Þle. For assistance once EZWebCon is running, refer to the EZWebCon on-line help.

Setting the IP Address

on page 4-2

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NOTE:

EZWebCon is also available from the Lantronix FTP and BBS servers. See Appendix D for more information about logging into the FTP and BBS servers.

Getting Started

3.2 Incoming Logins

Incoming logins made via EZWebCon can be used to conÞgure the server. Incoming LAT and TCP/IP logins can also be used.

Incoming Telnet is enabled by default to allow TCP/IP connections. To change this setting, use the chapter of the

Incoming logins do not prompt for a login password; therefore, you may wish to disable them. If it is undesirable to disable incoming logins, the Server can be conÞgured to prompt for a password with the

DeÞne Server Incoming

Print Server Reference Manual

DeÞne Server Incoming Password Enabled

command described in the

Command Reference

located on CD-ROM.

command.

3.3 Services

With few exceptions, a the MPS. A service is a resource accessible to network hosts. A Lantronix service is also known as a The following 3 default services are available once the Server has booted:

remote printer

MPS_

xxxxxx

MPS_xxxxxx_PCL Used for binary print jobs, such as plotter or PCL Þles

MPS_xxxxxx_PS Used for PostScript print jobs

service

must be created before print queues can be conÞgured on

name or

_TEXT Used for text print jobs

remote queue

name on many operating systems.

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If you need to modify a default service, see the

Server Reference Manual

located on the CD-ROM. Be sure to reboot after conÞguring

services so that the changes take effect.

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Server ConÞguration

chapter of the

TCP/IP Configuration

4 - TCP/IP Conﬁguration

The EZWebCon conÞguration software is the easiest way to conÞgure the MPS. The following sections cover IP address conÞguration and print conÞguration methods for TCP/IP hosts.

NOTE:

The MPS provides two major methods of printing via TCP/IP: Berkeley remote LPR and RTEL host software.

Neither Windows for Workgroups nor Windows 95 support LPR directly; however, there are third party solutions available. For more information about recommended peer-topeer printing solutions, see the Lantronix Lantronix web site.

The Server needs an IP address before you can use EZWebCon. See page 4-2 for instructions.

Windows 95 FAQ

on the CD-ROM or the

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4.1 Setting the IP Address

The MPS IP address must be conÞgured before any TCP/IP functionality is available.

To set the IP address, use one of the following methods: EZWebCon; a directed Ping packet; a DHCP, BOOTP, or RARP reply; or commands entered at the command line (Local>) interface.

4.1.1 Using EZWebCon

The MPS must have an IP address before you can log into it using EZWebCon. To assign the IP address from EZWebCon:

1. Start EZWebCon. Instructions for installing, running, and using EZWebCon can be found on the distribution CD-ROM.

2. Click on the Lantronix logo menu in the bottom left corner of the EZWebCon window, then select

3. Fill in the following information:

A. The last three bytes of the MPSÕs hardware address. The hardware address

is printed on the bottom of the Server.

B. The desired IP address.

Assign IP Address to Server

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C. The subnet, if you wish to use a subnet other than the default.

D. The IP address of the TFTP server you wish to use, if desired.

4. Click

5. Cycle power on the server. EZWebCon will let you know whether the conÞguration was successful.

4.1.2 Using a Directed Ping Packet

The ARP/ping method is available under UNIX, Windows 95, and Windows NT. If the MPS has no IP address, it will set its address from the Þrst directed IP packet it receives.

NOTE:

The ARP/ping method only works during the first two minutes of MPS operation. After two minutes, an alternate method must be used or the MPS must be rebooted.

On a

UNIX

host, create an entry in the hostÕs ARP table and substitute the intended IP address and the hardware address of the server, then ping the server. This process typically requires superuser privileges.

# arp -s 192.0.1.228 00:80:a3:xx:xx:xx % ping 192.0.1.228

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In order for the ARP command to work on at least one IP address deÞned other than its own. If the ARP table is empty, the command will return an error message. Type verify that there is at least one entry in the ARP table.

If there is no other entry beside the local machine, ping another IP machine on your network to build the ARP table. This has to be a host other than the machine that you're working on. Once there is at least one entry in the ARP table, use the following commands to ARP the IP address to the MPS and make the MPS acknowledge the IP assignment.

NOTE:

When the MPS receives the ping packet, it will notice that its IP address is not set and will send out broadcasts to see if another node is using the speciÞed address. If no duplicate is found, the server will use the IP address and will respond to the ping packet.

The MPS will not save the learned IP address permanently; this procedure is intended as a temporary measure to enable EZWebCon to communicate with the server, or allow an

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C:\ ARP -S 192.0.1.228 00-80-A3-XX-XX-XX C:\ PING 192.0.1.228

There should be replies from the IP address if the ARP command worked.

Windows

ARP -A

, the ARP table on the PC must have

at the DOS command prompt to

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administrator to Telnet into the MPS. Once logged in, the administrator can enter the

Change IPaddress

command to make the address permanent.

% telnet 192.0.1.228

Trying 192.0.1.228

Lantronix Version n.n/n (yymmdd) Type Help at the ‘Local_>’ prompt for assistance.

Enter Username> gopher Local> SET PRIVILEGED Password> system (not echoed) Local>> DEFINE IPADDRESS 192.0.1.228

Any host wishing to access the MPS will have to be told the MPSÕs IP address. This is typically conÞgured in the unix Þle

/etc/hosts

or via a nameserver. Refer to the hostÕs

documentation for additional information.

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4.1.3 Using a DHCP, BOOTP, or RARP Reply

At boot time a host-based DHCP, BOOTP, or RARP server can respond to an MPS request for an available IP address. For information about conÞguring the DHCP, BOOTP, or RARP server, see your host documentation.

4.1.4 Using the Command Line Interface

1. Connect to the serial port (Port 1) using a terminal emulation program. The serial settings should be 9600 baud, 8 bits, 1 stop bit, no parity.

2. Become the privileged user and enter the new IP address.

Local> SET PRIVILEGED Password> system (not echoed) Local>> DEFINE SERVER IPADDRESS 192.0.1.201

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4.2 Notes About LPR

There are four important things to note about the LPR printing method:

1. Because of the way the LPR protocol is typically implemented on the host, the processing options and banner page are sent after the job data itself.

will print a banner page at the end of a job, and cannot support most of the LPR options.

install and use the RTEL software. If banners are not needed, they can be disabled.

2. The MPS cannot print multiple copies of the print job when using the Ò-#nÓ lpr option.

3. If two print queues on the host refer to two services on the same MPS, they must use separate spooling directories.

4. No special purpose input or output Þlters can be used when printing via LPR. If this functionality is necessary, use the named pipe interface program in the RTEL print queue conÞguration software.

If it is necessary to have the banner page at the beginning of the printout,

The MPS

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4.3 LPR on Windows NT 4.x

NOTE:

1. In the Control Panel, double-click the

2. Double-click the

3. In the window that appears, choose

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This installation assumes that TCP/IP, Simple TCP/IP, and Microsoft TCP/IP printing have been installed on the Windows NT host.

Add Printer

icon.

Printers

My computer

icon.

and click

TCP/IP Configuration

4. Select the

Add Port

button and click

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5. Select

NOTE:

LPR Port

If LPR Port is not an option, refer to your Windows NT documentation for instructions on installing the ÒMicrosoft TCP/IP PrintingÓ service.

6. Enter the name or IP address of your MPS on the Þrst line, and enter the name of your MPS print service on the second line.

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7. Select the manufacturer and printer type.

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8. Enter the queue name.

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9. If applicable, choose

Shared

and select the type of operating system that the

printer will be working with. (First conÞrm that the print queue is working.)

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10. Test the printer.

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4.4 LPR on UNIX Hosts

The Berkeley remote printing system is supported on many machines, and is simple to conÞgure.

This section describes how to conÞgure LPR print queues on generic UNIX hosts such as SUN hosts. There are slight variations in LPR conÞguration for AIX, HP, and SCO hosts, as will be explained in the following sections.

1. Install a print queue on your host by adding the MPS name and IP address to the

/etc/hosts

Þle:

192.0.1.83 MPS_xxxxxx

2. Add the host print queue to the

mps_prt|Printer on LAB MPS:\

:rm=MPS_xxxxxx:\ :rp=MPS_xxxxxx_TEXT:\ :sd=/usr/spool/lpd/mps_prt:

/etc/printcap

Þle:

The punctuation shown is required, and no extra spaces should be added.

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This will create a host queue named MPS in the host's address file, the on the MPS, and the

parameter specifies the name of a directory used to hold

mps_prt

parameter is the name of the service as it exists

temporary spooling files.

3. Create a world-writable spooling directory using the

# mkdir /usr/spool/lpd/mps_prt # chmod 777 /usr/spool/lpd/mps_prt

4. If desired, use the

option to allow unlimited size Þles to be printed and the option to prevent header pages from being generated. See the host's documentation or man pages for more information on the format of the printcap Þle and how to create the spool directory.

5. Print to the queue using normal lpr commands:

% lpr -Pmps_prt /etc/hosts

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. The

parameter is the name of the

mkdir

command.

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4.4.1 LPR on AIX Hosts

LPR has only been tested on AIX versions 3.2 and higher. The System Management Interface Tool (SMIT) allows you to enable LPD printing and create print queues.

To create a print queue:

1. At the host prompt type

2. Choose Print Spooling.

3. Choose Manage Print Server and Start the Print Server Subsystem (lpd daemon).

4. In the Start the Print Server Subsystem dialog box, type both in the Þrst Þeld.

The message ÒThe lpd subsystem has been startedÓ will appear. Click Done.

To add a print queue:

1. From the main window choose Print Spooling.

2. Choose Manage Print Server and Manage Print Queues.

3. Choose Add a print queue.

4. From the dialog box that appears choose remote.

smit

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5. From the next dialog box choose Remote Printing.

6. The Add a Standard Remote Print Queue dialog box will appear. Enter the following information.

Ð The name of the print queue,

Ð The name of the MPS unit,

Ð The name of the MPS service,

Ð The type of print spooler on the remote server, and

Ð A description of the printer on the remote server.

A dialog box will appear with the message ÒAdded print queue mps_prt.Ó

NOTE: If you are unable to use SMIT, see the Print Server Reference Manual

for UNIX commands for setting up print queues.

7. Print to the queue using normal lp syntax.

% lp -dmps_prt filename

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4.4.2 LPR on HP Hosts

The System Administration Manager (SAM) allows you to create print queues.

NOTE: If you are unable to use SAM, the Print Server Reference Manual

located on the CD-ROM described UNIX commands that can be used to set up print queues.

To create a print queue:

1. At the HP prompt type sam.

2. From the main application window choose Printers and Plotters.

3. Choose Printers/Plotters from the Printers and Plotters window.

4. In the pull-down menu select Remote Printer/Plotter from the Actions menu.

5. The Add Remote Printer window will appear. SAM will prompt you for:

Ð The printer name (the name of the print queue),

Ð The remote system name (the MPS name),

Ð The remote printer name (the MPS service),

Ð The remote cancel model, and

Ð The remote status model.

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NOTE: Printer names on HP hosts are limited to 13 characters. The MPS text

service name will be too long, so you will have to rename the Server.

4.4.3 LPR on SCO UNIX Hosts

LPR is supported in SCO V3.2 release 4 with TCP/IP Version 1.2 and greater.

To conÞgure a print queue using LPR:

1. Issue the mkdev rlp command. This will install the Berkeley remote printing Þles and executable programs.

NOTE: The mkdev rlp command should only be issued once, or serious problems

will occur. If this happens, contact SCO technical support.

You can print to this queue using normal lp syntax once the remote printer is set up.

To create a remote printer:

1. Issue the rlpconf command.

2. Answer the questions that follow. See the Þgure on the next page for more information.

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Remote Printing Configuration Enter information for remote printers or local printers accepting remote

printing requests Please enter the printer name (q to quit): backupprinter Is printer backupprinter a remote printer or a local printer? (r/l) r Please enter the name of the remote host that backupprinter is attached

to: MPS_xxxxxx The backupprinter is connected to host MPS_xxxxxx. Is this correct? (y/n) y Would you like this to be the sys.default printer? (y/n) y Make sure your hostname appears in MPS_PRT’s /etc/hosts.equivor or /etc/

hosts:lpd file. Make sure backupprinter appears in /etc/printcap (in BSD format). Make sure backupprinter has a spool directory on MPS_PRT. Putting the printer in printer description file and creating spool di-

rectory... done Updating LP information... done

The printer name is your MPS service name. The remote host name is the name of your MPS as it is listed in your hosts file.

During initial configuration, the queue name must be the same as the remote printer name. However, you may change the queue name later by manually editing the printcap file.

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4.5 RTEL Functionality

If the LPR method of printing is not adequate for an application (for example, if you need banners before jobs, or more ßexibility), conÞgure the Lantronix-supplied RTEL software on the host. After installing the software conÞguring the connections to the MPS, you can use normal UNIX print commands and queue utilities such as lpc and lpstat.

NOTE: RTEL binaries are provided for many systems. Source code is also pro-

vided for use on non-supported systems.

To print to the MPS using special formatting or using third-party software packages, you may have to create Òprint pipesÓ on the host. The RTEL software provides this functionality by providing a UNIX named-pipe interface.

To recreate the RTEL source Þles:

1. Copy the Þle RTEL_SRC.TAR from the distribution CD-ROM to the UNIX host. Ensure that a binary copy is performed.

2. Untar the archive.

3. See the README Þles in the created directories that describe the contents of the RTEL distribution and man pages that describe the actual software functionality.

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4.6 Unix Host Troubleshooting

Table 4-1: TCP Troubleshooting

Area to Check Explanation

TCP/IP Configuration

The Server IP address and name are entered in the host Þle

Jobs that appear in the host queue reach the Server

Telnet to the Server using the name in the host Þle and verify that the Server name is resolvable and that the Server is reachable via the network.

From within the LPC administrative utility, enter these commands to clear and reset the host queue:

abort queue_name clear queue_name enable queue_name start queue_name.

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5 - NetWare Conﬁguration

The EZWebCon conÞguration software is the easiest way to conÞgure the MPS. The following sections cover print conÞguration methods for NetWare hosts.

NOTE: The Server needs an IP address before you can use EZWebCon. See

the Setting the IP Address section on page 4-2 for instructions.

This chapter explains creating NDS print queues with NetWare Administrator and with the PCONSOLE Quick Setup option. To create NDS print queues, you must be running NetWare version 4.x with NDS capabilities.

If you are running NetWare versions 2.x, 3.x, or version 4.x with bindery emulation, you may conÞgure bindery print queues using QINST (bindery only) or PCONSOLE. For more information, see the NetWare chapter of the Print Server Reference Manual, located on CD-ROM.

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5.1 Obtaining an NDS License

If you wish to create NDS print queues, you must read and complete an NDS registration form via one of the following methods:

¥ Using a forms-capable Internet browser, navigate to the Lantronix World

Wide Web site (located at URL http://www.lantronix.com) and Þnd the NDS Registration link.

¥ Send email to nds-info@lantronix.com. You will receive a blank registration

form that can be completed and returned to Lantronix.

¥ If you donÕt have Internet access, contact a Lantronix Technical Support rep-

resentative for assistance. Contact information is provided in Appendix A.

1. License NDS on your server using the string obtained from Lantronix.

Local>> DEFINE PROTOCOL NETWARE DSLICENSE licensestring

2. DeÞne the directory service tree in which the Server is located.

Local>> DEFINE PROTOCOL NETWARE DSTREE foodco

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NOTE: For an explanation of the structure of the NetWare Directory Service

tree, see your host documentation.

3. DeÞne the directory service context in which the Server is located.

Local>> DEFINE PROTOCOL NETWARE DSCONTEXT ou=kiwi.ou=exotic.o=fruit

4. Enter the List Protocol NetWare Access command to ensure that at least one of the Þle servers in the directory service tree is in the access list.

5. If desired Þle server is not in the access list, add it.

Local>> DEFINE PROTOCOL NETWARE ACCESS

6. Reboot the MPS.

fileserver

Local>> INITIALIZE DELAY 0

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5.2 Creating Print Queues Using NetWare Administrator Quick Setup

The NetWare Administrator management utility allows you to manage network resources, such as queue-based print services, in a tree structure. You can either use the Quick Setup option or individually create printing-related objects.

To create a print queue with the Quick Setup option.

NOTE: NetWare Administrator can be used for both NDS and bindery print queues.

1. Start NetWare Administrator.

2. In the Directory Tree windows, select the context in which to install the printer.

3. From the Menu Bar, select Tools: Print Services Quick Setup.

4. In the Print Server Name Þeld, enter the name of your Lantronix server (viewable by entering the Show Server command at the Local> prompt).

5. In the Printer Name Þeld, enter the name of the desired print service conÞgured on your Lantronix server.

6. In the Print Queue Name Þeld, enter the name of the print queue to create. The name should be meaningful to you; it will not affect Server conÞguration.

7. Click Create.

8. Reboot the MPS.

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5.3 Creating NDS Print Queues Using PCONSOLE

1. Log in as Admin on the Þle server you will be changing.

2. Type PCONSOLE at the X: prompt to start the utility.

For example, if your file server is mapped to the F: drive, you would use the F: prompt.

3. From the main menu choose Quick Set-Up.

4. PCONSOLE will prompt you for information with which to conÞgure the print queue.

The print server name is the name of your MPS (MPS_xxxxxx). The new printer name is the service name (for example, MPS_xxxxxx_Text). The new print queue can be any name. The print queue volume is the name of the file server from which the printer receives print requests. The remaining fields can be left in their default settings.

NOTE: In the above text, xxxxxx represents the last 6 digits of your MPSÕs

hardware address. The hardware address is printed on the unitÕs label.

5. Press the F10 key to save the print queue information.

6. Reboot the MPS.

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5.4 NetWare Host Troubleshooting

Table 5-1: NetWare Host Troubleshooting (Bindery Mode)

Area to Check Explanation

The print server names in PCONSOLE match the MPS name and its service name?

The ServerÕs NetWare access table Use the Show Protocols NetWare Access command.

Use PCONSOLE to check.

Scanning too many Þle servers can cause a delay between jobs.ConÞgure the access list to only scan for jobs on the Þle servers of interest.

Table 5-2: NetWare Host Troubleshooting (NDS)

Area to Check Explanation

The ServerÕs NetWare access table Use the Show Protocols NetWare Access command. By

default, only local Þle servers are scanned for queues.

The login password on the Server and the queue password on the Þle server

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The passwords must match or the Server will not be able to log into the Þle servers to scan for jobs.

Table 5-2: NetWare Host Troubleshooting (NDS), cont.

Area to Check Explanation

NetWare Configuration

The print server has successfully attached to the queue

The DSTree, DSContext, and DSLicense

Printer and queue changes have propagated through the NDS tree

Type NETSTAT at the Local> prompt. This will display information about Þleservers, printers, and queues that the print server has found. If a queue is in JobPoll, the print server has successfully attached to the queue.

Type Show Protocol NetWare NDS. This command shows the tree and the context that you have conÞgured, a failure code, and an NDS error code for each server.

DSTree is the directory service tree on which the print server is located. DSContext is the context where the print server is located; it must match the context on the Þle server (The DSContext must be of the following form: ou=fruit.o=exotic). DSLicensed should be yes.

It may take a few minutes for the changes to propagate. If the print server doesnÕt attach, reboot the server.

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NetWare Configuration

Table 5-3: NDS Errors from the File Server

Failure code Failure code meaning Remedy

0xfffffda7 Object could not be found in the

given context

0xfffffda5 The requested attribute could

not be found

0xfffffd69 DS Database is locked An administrator is probably updating the

0xfffffd63 The password is invalid The password for the print server object under

0xfffffd54 Secure NCP violation Turn down the NCP packet signature level so that

Check the print server name, DSContext, and DSTree to make sure that the printer server is set up correctly with PCONSOLE.

Use PCONSOLE to make sure that the print server has associated printers and that the printers have associated queues.

database. Wait a few minutes and issue the Set Protocol NetWare Reset command.

PCONSOLE must match the ServerÕs login password. If the login password on the Server is left as the default (access), there should be no password for the print server object.

it is not required from the server.

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NetWare Configuration

Table 5-4: NDS Printing Errors

Bit Failure Code Meaning Remedy

1 Server out of memory Turn the Server off, wait a few seconds, and turn it back on.

Disable unused protocols and/or remove Þleservers without print queues from the NetWare access list.

2, 3 Unexpected response

from Þle server

4 No printers found for the

Server

5 No printer queue found Ensure that the printers have associated queues.

6 Login failed Ensure there is a print server object conÞgured with the same

7 Authentication failed Ensure the Server login password is the same as the print server

8 Server cannot attach to

queue

Report the problem to Lantronix Technical Support.

Ensure that there are printers for the print server, and the printer names match the service names on the print server.

name as the Server.

object password. If the Server is using the default password (access), there should be no print server object password.

Check the NDS partitions, replicas, and volumes to ensure the Þle server where the queue lives has the correct information about the Server and printers.

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LAT Configuration

6 - LAT Conﬁguration

The EZWebCon conÞguration software is the easiest way to conÞgure the MPS. The following sections cover print conÞguration methods for LAT hosts.

NOTE: The Server needs an IP address before you can use EZWebCon. See

the Setting the IP Address section on page 4-2 for instructions.

LAT print queues can be created by printing to a port or printing to a service. Printing directly to a port requires no MPS conÞguration.

NOTE: Printing directly to a port is the easiest method for printing to the

MPS. If you would like instructions for printing to a service, see the Print Server Reference Manual on the CD-ROM.

6.1 Printing Directly to a Port

1. Create a LAT application port that references the Server port.

$ RUN SYS$SYSTEM:LATCP LATCP> CREATE PORT LTAnnn/APPLICATION LATCP> SET PORT LTAnnn/NODE=MPS_xxxxxx/PORT=Port_n LATCP> EXIT

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LAT Configuration

2. Create and start a print queue that uses the LAT application port.

$ INITIALIZE/QUEUE/START/ON=LTAnnn:/PROCESSOR=LATSYM /RETAIN=ERROR queue_name

3. Add the commands to the SYS$MANAGER:LAT$STARTUP.COM Þle so the required LAT devices will be recreated after each host reboot.

NOTE: LAT terminal device characteristics may have to be changed to correctly

print certain files. See your VMS documentation for more information.

4. Print to the queue.

$ PRINT/QUEUE=queue_name filename.txt

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LAT Configuration

6.1.1 LAT Host Troubleshooting

By default, the LAT error message codes on the host are not translated into text error messages. If a LAT job fails and appears in the queue with an eight-digit hex result code, the code can be translated by issuing the following commands:

$ SHOW QUEUE/FULL/ALL queue_name (note the error code nnnnnnnn) $ SET MESSAGE SYS$MESSAGE:NETWRKMSG.EXE $ EXIT %Xnnnnnnnn

Table 6-1: Troubleshooting LAT ConÞgurations Using a Port

Area to check Explanation

The speciÞed node name matches the ServerÕs node name

The speciÞed port name matches the portÕs name

Use the Show Server command.

Use the List Port 1 command.

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AppleTalk Configuration

7 - AppleTalk Conﬁguration

The EZWebCon conÞguration software is the easiest way to conÞgure the MPS. The following sections cover print conÞguration methods for AppleTalk hosts.

NOTE: The Server needs an IP address before you can use EZWebCon. See

the Setting the IP Address section on page 4-2 for instructions.

NOTE: Macintoshes that do not support EtherTalk will need either an Ether-

net card or a LocalTalk-to-EtherTalk router to use the MPS.

7.1 Bitronics

The MPS advertises its printer as a LaserWriter. Therefore, printing from a Macintosh is only possible with a PostScript printer and bi-directional communication between the MPS and that printer.

NOTE: MacOS 8.1 can also print via LPD. See the Print Server Reference Manual

located on CD-ROM for configuration instructions.

The MPS supports the Bitronics interface, an extension to the standard Centronics interface. Printers that support Bitronics allow bi-directional communication via the parallel port. To enable Bitronics on the MPS parallel port, use the DeÞne Port 1 Bitronics Enabled command.

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AppleTalk Configuration

7.2 Macintosh Services

Before attempting to print from a Macintosh, ensure that AppleTalk and PostScript are both enabled on at least one service. Once the service is conÞgured, it will appear in the Chooser in the same zone as the MPS. Select the service in the Chooser and complete the appropriate setup options. Then close the Chooser window and print a test page of text to the Macintosh service.

7.3 AppleTalk Zones

If there is a router on the network, the MPS will appear in the default zone speciÞed by the router. To change the default zone use the DeÞne Protocol AppleTalk Zone command.

If the MPS is attached to a network without an AppleTalk router, all AppleTalk devices (including the MPS) will appear in the default zone in the Chooser.

NOTE: If no router is present on the network, the MPS will not accept AppleTalk

print jobs for 60 seconds after booting.

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7.3.1 AppleTalk Host Troubleshooting

Table 7-1: AppleTalk Host Troubleshooting

Area to Check Explanation

AppleTalk Configuration

The printer is available to be selected in the Chooser

Bidirectional communication Lock the printer in PostScript mode and issue the

Make sure the printer is in the right zone.

Test Service PostScript Count n command. This sends a job to the printer and waits for the response.

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LAN Manager/DLC Configuration

8 - LAN Manager/DLC Conﬁguration

The EZWebCon conÞguration software is the easiest way to conÞgure the MPS. This chapter explains DLC conÞguration for Windows NT 4.x hosts. Windows 95 does not support DLC printing (see Chapter 4, TCP/IP ConÞguration, for more information).

NOTE: The Server needs an IP address before you can use EZWebCon. See

the Setting the IP Address section on page 4-2 for instructions.

NOTE: Printing using an LPD client is the preferred method for sending

print jobs to the MPS. To print using the TCP/IP protocol see the Using the Command Line Interface section on page 4-8.

8.1 DLC Conﬁguration

8.1.1 Server Conﬁguration

To use the DLC protocol, you must have one service with the DLC characteristic enabled. Use the DeÞne Service servicename DLC Enabled command. The DLC characteristic may be associated with only one service on a given MPS.

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LAN Manager/DLC Configuration

8.1.2 Host Conﬁguration

To send print jobs from a Windows NT host to the MPS, add the MPS as a Windows NT printer.

1. Double-click the Printers icon in the Control Panel.

2. Double-click the Add Printer icon.

3. In the window that appears select My Computer and click Next.

4. Select the Add Port button.

5. Select Hewlett-Packard Network Port and click New Port.

If Hewlett-Packard port is not one of the available options, you must install DLC printing from your Windows NT system disks. DLC is not installed by default.

6. Enter the ServerÕs hardware address. It is printed on the ServerÕs bottom label.

7. Select Job-based.

8. Select the manufacturer and printer type.

9. Enter the queue name.

10. If applicable, choose Shared and select the operating system the printer will be working with. (First conÞrm that the print queue is working.)

11. Test the printer.

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Contact Information

A - Contact Information

If you are experiencing an error that is not listed in the Troubleshooting appendix or if you are unable to Þx the error, contact your dealer or Lantronix Technical Support at (800) 422-7044 or (949) 453-3990. Technical Support is also available via Internet email at support@lantronix.com.

When you report a problem, please provide the following information:

¥ Your name, and your company name, address, and phone number

¥ Lantronix server model number

¥ Lantronix server serial number

¥ Software version (use the Show Server command to display)

¥ Network conÞguration, including the information from a Netstat

command

¥ Description of the problem

¥ Debug report (stack dump), if applicable

¥ Status of the unit when the problem occurred (please try to include

information on user and network activity at the time of the problem)

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Contact Information

LANtronix

15353 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 USA Phone: 949/453-3990 Fax: 949/453-3995 World Wide Web: http://www.lantronix.com

North American Direct Sales: 800/422-7055 North American Reseller Sales: 800/422-7015 North American Sales Fax: 949/450-7232 Internet: sales@lantronix.com

International Sales: 949/450-7227 International Sales Fax: 949/450-7231 Internet: intsales@lantronix.com

Technical Support: 800/422-7044 or 949/453-3990 Technical Support Fax: 949/450-7226 Internet: support@lantronix.com

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B - Troubleshooting B.1 Power-Up Troubleshooting

There are several possible error situations if the LEDs do not ßash.

Table B-1: Error Messages

Message Diagnosis/Remedy

Troubleshooting

Power-up diagnostic failure (hardware failure)

The Server boots but does not try to load the Flash ROM code

Network Error: The ACT LED will blink yellow 2-3 times per second

Note which LED is blinking and its color, then contact your dealer or Lantronix Technical Support.

Press the Test button. A brief description of the problem will be queued to the parallel port and printed.

A. Make sure the Ethernet network cable is properly connected and reboot the server.

B. If option A fails to resolve the problem, reload Flash ROM. See Appendix D.

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Troubleshooting

B.2 Printing Problems

Table B-2: General Printing Problems

Area to Check Explanation

Physical connection To test a non-PostScript printer use the Test Port 1 Count

Service characteristics Use the Show Service Local Characteristics command

The IP address The IP address must be unique on the network. Many

Queue Status and Port counters Use the Monitor Queue command to ensure queue

100 command. This command will send 100 lines of test data out the parallel port.

from the ServerÕs Local> prompt to see if the desired service is available and to verify that the appropriate protocols are enabled on the service.

problems will occur when there are duplicate IP addresses on the network.

entries appear in the job list. If an entry does not appear, refer to the appropriate host section in this Appendix.

Use the Monitor Port 1 Counters command to verify that the counter is incrementing with each job. If it is not, verify the connection between the Server and the printer.

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Troubleshooting

B.3 BOOTP Troubleshooting

If the BOOTP request is failing and you have conÞgured your host to respond to the request, check these areas:

Table B-3: BOOTP Troubleshooting

Area to Check Explanation

BOOTP is in your systemÕs /etc/services Þle

The Server is in the loadhostÕs /etc/hosts Þle

The download Þle is in the correct directory and is world-readable

The Server and host are in the same IP network

BOOTP must be an uncommented line in the /etc/services Þle.

The Server must be in this Þle for the host to answer a BOOTP or TFTP request.

The download Þle must be in the correct directory and world-readable. Specify the complete pathname for the download Þle in the BOOTP conÞguration Þle or, a add a default pathname to the download Þlename.

Some hosts will not allow BOOTP replies across IP networks. Either use a host running a different operating system or put the Server in the same IP network as the host.

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Troubleshooting

B.4 DHCP Troubleshooting

Table B-4: DHCP Troubleshooting

Area to Check Explanation

DHCP is enabled on the Server. Use the DeÞne Server DHCP Enabled command.

If you manually enter an IP address, DHCP is automatically disabled.

Make sure the DHCP server is operational.

Did the Server get its IP address from the DHCP server?

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Check to see that the DHCP server is on and is functioning correctly.

Refer to the DHCP Manager on your DHCP server for information about addresses currently in use. If the DHCP server does not list your ServerÕs IP address, there may be a problem.

B.5 RARP Troubleshooting

Table B-5: RARP Troubleshooting

Area to Check Explanation

Troubleshooting

The ServerÕs name and hardware address in the hostÕs /etc/ethers Þle

The ServerÕs name and IP address in the /etc/hosts Þle

The operating system Many operating systems do not start a RARP server at

The ServerÕs name and hardware address must be in this Þle for the host to answer a RARP request.

The ServerÕs name and IP address must be in this Þle for the host to answer a RARP request.

boot time. Check the hostÕs RARPD documentation for details, or use the ps command to see if there is a RARPD process running.

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Troubleshooting

B.6 PostScript Problems

PostScript printers will silently abort jobs if they detect an error.

Table B-6: PostScript Troubleshooting

Area to Check Explanation

The Server is communicating with the printer

The printer is conÞgured to use 8-bit characters

Service Characteristics Issue the Show Service Characteristics command. If the service

To test a PostScript printer use the Test Port 1 PostScript Count

2. This command will send 2 pages of PostScript data out the parallel port. Watch the indicators on the printer to verify that the Server is communicating with the printer.

If the printer is capable of bidirectional communication, use the Test Service MPS_xxxxxx_PS PostScript Count 5 command. This will transfer data both to and from the printer. Autoselection must be disabled and the printer must be conÞgured as a PostScript printer for this test to succeed.

If special characters or bitmaps are not printing correctly, the printer may be incorrectly conÞgured to use 7-bit characters.

rating is zero, the parallel port is in use. Verify that the PostScript characteristic and appropriate protocols have been enabled on the service.

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Table B-6: PostScript Troubleshooting, cont.

Area to Check Explanation

Troubleshooting

Port Counters If PostScript jobs appear to print but nothing comes out of the

printer, verify the amount of data sent from the host. Issue the appropriate print command from the host system. After the job has completed, use the Show Port 1 Counters command.

The bytes output value should be approximately 171 bytes greater than the size of the Þle on the host system. These numbers are only approximate, but will show that data is ßowing to the printer.

B.6.1 Bitmap Graphics

If Þles that contain embedded bitmap graphics print incorrectly, it is because the bitmaps are being sent as actual binary data and binary data cannot be printed via serial or parallel interfaces.

Most major application packages have provisions to print using either Òbinary postscriptÓ (for printers connected to the network via LocalTalk) or Òhex postscriptÓ (for printers connected to the network via a serial port or parallel port). If your application does not have this provision, ask the application vendor for an upgrade version or ÒpatchÓ that will add the Òhex postscriptÓ function.

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Pinouts

C - Pinouts C.1 Parallel Information

Lantronix uses standard Centronics parallel connectors.

For optimum performance of your Server, Lantronix recommends the use of high quality parallel cables. Choose one of the following:

¥ A Lantronix parallel port cable, part number #500-011 (6 feet).

¥ Any other brand of IEEE Std 1284-1994 compliant cable. Compliant

cables can easily be identiÞed by the permanent label ÒIEEE Std 1284-1994 compliantÓ on the cable itself.

NOTE: Non-compliant cables have the same type of connectors but different

electrical characteristics.

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Updating Software

D - Updating Software

Current software Þles are available on the distribution CD. Software updates and release notes for the Server can be downloaded directly from the Lantronix development systems in one of three ways: via the Lantronix World Wide Web site located at http://www.lantronix.com, using anonymous FTP through the Internet, and via dial-up modem.

D.1 Updating Via the Web

The latest version of MPS.SYS can be downloaded from the Lantronix Web site. The following instructions will lead you through the web site to the software Þle.

1. On the home page, http://www.lantronix.com, click on Free Software Updates.

2. From the directory that appears, choose pub/.

3. From the resulting directory, choose the server acronym.

4. From the resulting directory, choose the software volume.

5. From the Þnal directory, choose MPS.SYS.

NOTE: As a result of Netscape NavigatorÕs configuration, clicking on the software

name will not allow you to download the file. You must save the file as a source document to your host.

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Updating Software

D.2 Updating Using FTP

The server software resides on the Lantronix FTP server (ftp.lantronix.com). Most of these Þles are binary data, so the binary option must be used to transfer the Þles. All released Þles are in the pub directory. Always download the README Þle in the pub directory before downloading anything else; it contains a directory of available versions.

To log into the FTP server, enter a username of anonymous and enter your full email address as the password. The following text will be displayed:

230-Welcome to the Lantronix FTP Server. 230230-IMPORTANT: Please get the README file before proceeding. 230-IMPORTANT: Set BINARY mode before transferring executables. 220230-Direct questions to support@lantronix.com or 1.800.422.7044 230-Questions about this ftp account only to ftp@lantronix.com 230230 Guest login ok, access restrictions apply. Remote system type is UNIX. [your type will be displayed here] Using binary mode to transfer files. ftp>

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Updating Software

D.3 Updating Using the BBS

The Lantronix system uses high speed modems for the physical connection and allows Þle transfers using KERMIT, xmodem, ymodem, and zmodem. The modem phone number is (949) 367-1051. The account name is ets and the password is server.

Remember that the download Þles (MPS.SYS) and executable images are image data and should only be transferred in binary mode, otherwise the Þles will be corrupted.

SunOS UNIX (nexus) login: ets Password: server (not echoed) Last login: Mon Jun 5 13:21:13 from company.com SunOS Release 4.1.3_U1 (NEXUS) #2: Fri Dec 2 10:08:39 PST 1997 Welcome to the Lantronix BBS. Type ‘h’ for help userid (‘new’ for new user): new Welcome, new user! Enter a userid, 1-12 characters, no spaces. Userid: bob Enter Passwd: platypus (not echoed) Confirm Passwd: platypus (not echoed) User Name: bob Terminal type (default=vt100): Email address, if any: bob@widgets.com

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Updating Software

Welcome to the “NEW” Lantronix Bulletin Board System. To access the files menu, type ‘f’ at the main menu. At the files menu, type ‘p’ to select a download protocol (a=ascii, k=kermit, x=xmodem, y=ymodem, z=zmodem) At the files menu, type ‘l’ to list available software directories. Select the board name by entering its number. At any menu, press ‘h’ to receive additional help. Press [Return] to continue:

D.4 Reloading Software

The Server stores software in Flash ROM to control the initialization process, operation, and command processing. The contents of Flash ROM can be updated by downloading a new version of the operational software via NetWare, TCP/IP, or MOP. Regardless of which protocol is used to update Flash ROM, the following points are important:

¥ The Flash ROM software is contained in a Þle called MPS.SYS. The

name should not be changed.

¥ The download Þle should be world-readable on the host.

¥ There is a sixteen character length limit for the path name.

¥ There is a twelve character limit for the Þlename.

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Updating Software

¥ DeÞne commands must be used because Set conÞgurations are

cleared when the Server boots. Use the List Server Boot command to check settings before rebooting.

NOTE: It is very important to check the Server settings before using the Initialize

Reload command to ensure that you are reloading the correct software file.

D.4.1 Reloading Sequence

If DHCP, BOOTP, or RARP is enabled on the Server, the Server will request assistance from a DHCP, BOOTP, or RARP server before starting the download attempts. The Server will then try TFTP, NetWare, and MOP booting, in that order, provided that it has enough information to try each download method.

Downloading and rewriting the Flash ROM will take approximately two minutes from the time the Initialize command is issued. If the download Þle cannot be found or accessed, the Server can be rebooted with the code still in Flash ROM. As noted in Chapter 2, the OK/ACT LED will blink quickly while the Server is booting (and reloading code) and then slowly when it returns to normal operation.

NOTE: If you experience problems reloading Flash ROM, refer to Troubleshooting

Flash ROM Updates on page D-9.

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Updating Software

D.4.2 NetWare

The MPS.SYS Þle should be placed in the login directory on the NetWare Þle server. The Server cannot actually log into the Þle server (since it knows no username/password); it can only access Þles in the login directory itself. On the Server, specify the Þle server name, Þlename, and path.

Local> SET PRIVILEGED Password> SYSTEM (not echoed) Local>> DEFINE SERVER NETWARE LOADHOST fileserver Local>> DEFINE SERVER SOFTWARE SYS:\LOGIN\ MPS.SYS Local>> INITIALIZE RELOAD

D.4.3 TCP/IP

Before the Server downloads the new software, it will send DHCP, BOOTP, and/or RARP queries (BOOTP and RARP queries are enabled by default). Next, the Server will attempt to download the MPS.SYS Þle using TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol).

If a host provides DHCP, BOOTP, or RARP support, it can be used to set the Server's IP address (all) and loadhost information (BOOTP and RARP only). Add the Server's name,

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Updating Software

IP address, hardware address, and download path and Þlename to the appropriate host Þle (usually /etc/bootptab).

Some BOOTP and TFTP implementations require a speciÞc directory for the MPS.SYS Þle; in this case the path should not be speciÞed in the bootptab Þle and the Þle must be placed in that directory. See your hostÕs documentation for instructions on how to conÞgure the MPS.SYS Þle in the directory.

If BOOTP cannot be used to conÞgure the Server's IP parameters, conÞgure them by hand using the following commands listed below.

Local> SET PRIVILEGED Password> SYSTEM (not echoed) Local>> DEFINE SERVER IPADDRESS nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn Local>> DEFINE SERVER SOFTWARE “/tftpboot/ MPS.SYS” Local>> DEFINE SERVER LOADHOST nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn Local>> LIST SERVER BOOT Local>> INITIALIZE RELOAD

NOTE: For instructions on how to log into the Server and enter these commands,

refer to Chapter 6, TCP/IP Configuration.

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The path and Þlename are case-sensitive and must be enclosed by quotation marks. When attempting to boot across an IP router, you must conÞgure the router to proxyARP for the Server, or use the bootgateway feature. For more information, see Set/DeÞne Bootgateway in the Commands chapter of the Print Server Reference Manual on CD-ROM.

D.4.4 MOP

Copy the MPS.SYS Þle to the MOM$LOAD directory. The MPS.SYS Þlename is the only parameter that the Server needs to reload via MOP. Make sure the service characteristic is enabled on the host's Ethernet circuit, and then reload the server using the Initialize

Reload command.

NOTE: If an error message is displayed indicating an invalid record size on the

VAX console, the MPS.SYS file was not transferred in binary mode.

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D.5 Troubleshooting Flash ROM Updates

Many of the problems that occur when updating the Flash ROM can be solved by completing the following steps:

Table D-1: Flash ROM Troubleshooting

Protocol Area to Check

NetWare Ensure the Þle is in the login directory. Since the Server cannot actu-

TFTP Check the Þle and directory permissions.

ally log into the Þle server, it has very limited access to the server directories.

Ensure the loadhost name and address are speciÞed correctly and that their case matches that of the Þlenames on the host system.

Ensure the Þle and pathnames are enclosed in quotes to preserve case.

Ensure that TFTP is enabled on the host; several major UNIX vendors ship their systems with TFTP disabled by default.

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Table D-1: Flash ROM Troubleshooting, cont.

Protocol Area to Check

MOP The Ethernet circuit must have the service characteristic enabled.

Ensure that the MOM$LOAD search path includes the directory containing the MPS.SYS Þle.

Ensure that the Þles were transferred in Binary mode

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E - Speciﬁcations E.1 Power Requirements

Voltage: 95 - 250 Volts AC, 3-wire single phase, autoranging

Frequency: 47-63 Hz

Operating Current: 0.8 Amp (maximum)

Power: 25 Watts

E.1.1 Power Supply Cord

Cord type: 3 conductors, 1.0 mm2 minimum conductor size

(approximately 18 AWG)

Rated for: 250 Volts AC, 10 Amps

Length: ≤ 3.0 meters

E.2 Temperature Limitations

Operating range: 0° to 50°C (32° to 122°F) Storage range: -40° to 66°C (-40° to 151°F)

Specifications

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Specifications

Max temperature

change per hour: 20°C (36°F)

Rapid temperature changes may affect operation. Therefore, do not operate the Server near heating or cooling devices, large windows, or doors that open to the outside.

E.3 Altitude Limitations

Operating: 2.4 km (8000 ft.)

Storage: 9.1 km (30,000 ft.)

If operating the Server above 2.4 km (8000 ft.), decrease the operating temperature rating

by 1°F for each 1000 ft.

E.4 Relative Humidity Limitations

Operating: 10% to 90% noncondensing

(40% to 60% recommended)

Storage: 10% to 90% (noncondensing)

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Frequently-used Commands

F - Frequently-used Commands

This appendix lists some of the most frequently-used commands of the Print Server command set. More information about the command set, including additional options, can be found in the Print Server Reference Manual on the CD-ROM.

Please note the following before continuing:

¥ Commands are divided into Server (general), Port, and Protocol

sections. Within each section, commands are listed alphabetically.

¥ Commands may require privileged user status. Enter

Privileged, then enter the privileged password when prompted.

Set

¥ When you enter a DeÞne or Purge command, you must reboot the

Server for the command to take effect.

¥ When the abbreviated syntax Ò

{EN|DIS}Ó is shown, you must

choose either Enabled or Disabled to complete the command.

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Frequently-used Commands

F.1 Server Commands

Table F-1: Frequently-used Server Commands

Command Option(s) Description

DEFINE SERVER BOOTP {EN|DIS} Enables or disables querying for a BOOTP host at

DEFINE SERVER DHCP {EN|DIS} Enables or disables querying for a DHCP host at

DEFINE SERVER GATEWAY ipaddress SpeciÞes the host to be used as a TCP/IP

DEFINE SERVER INCOMING option

BOTH Enables incoming LAT and Telnet connections. LAT Enables only incoming LAT connections. NONE Disables incoming connections. TELNET Enables only incoming Telnet connections. PASSWORD Causes the server to prompt for a password for

NOPASSWORD Allows connections to be established without

system boot time.

gateway to forward packets between networks. Enter an IP address.

all incoming connections.

prompting for a password.

F - 2

Frequently-used Commands

Table F-1: Frequently-used Server Commands, cont.

Command Option(s) Description

DEFINE SERVER IPADDRESS ipaddress Sets the ServerÕs network IP address. DEFINE SERVER LOADHOST ipaddress SpeciÞes the TCP/IP host from which the Server

DEFINE SERVER LOGIN PASSWORD Sets a new password that will be required before

DEFINE SERVER NAME “newname” SpeciÞes a new name for the Server. Names are

DEFINE SERVER NETWARE LOADHOST server SpeciÞes the NetWare host from which the

DEFINE SERVER PRIVILEGED PASSWORD Sets a new password that will be required for

DEFINE SERVER RARP {EN|DIS} Enables or disables querying for a RARP host at

requests its run-time code.

incoming logins are accepted. You will be prompted for the new password (up to 6 alphanumeric characters, case-insensitive).

restricted in length; generally a name of 11 or fewer characters is permissible.

Server requests its run-time code. Enter a Þle server name of up to 11 characters.

privileged user status. You will be prompted for the new password (up to 6 alphanumeric characters, case-insensitive).

system boot time.

F - 3

Frequently-used Commands

Table F-1: Frequently-used Server Commands, cont.

Command Option(s) Description

DEFINE SERVER SOFTWARE “filename” SpeciÞes the name or path (TCP) of the software

DEFINE SERVER SUBNET MASK ipmask SpeciÞes the subnet mask to be used for the

HELP option <nothing> Displays a list of top-level (general) Help topics.

<keyword> Displays information about the keyword(s)

DEFINE SERVICE “name” PORT num Creates a new service and associates it with the

DEFINE SERVICE

“name” option

APPLETALK {EN|DIS} Toggles whether the named service can be used LANMAN {EN|DIS} LAT {EN|DIS} NETWARE {EN|DIS} RTEL {EN|DIS}

download Þle. The Þlename can be up to 11 characters, and the pathname can be up to 26. The Server will add a Ò.SYSÓ extension.

Server. The ipmask must be in n.n.n.n format.

entered. Multiple keywords must be speciÞed in the order they occur in a command.

speciÞed port.

to service networks running the speciÞed protocol. RTEL applies to TCP/IP networks.

F - 4

Table F-1: Frequently-used Server Commands, cont.

Command Option(s) Description

DEFINE SERVICE

“name” option

DLC {EN|DIS} SpeciÞes which service will handle print requests

BANNER {EN|DIS} When Enabled, causes the Server to print a

BINARY {EN|DIS} When Enabled, the Server will not process data

EOJ string Causes the Server to send an end-of-job string to

FORMFEED {EN|DIS} When Enabled, causes the Server to append a

POSTSCRIPT {EN|DIS}

PSCONVERT {EN|DIS} When Enabled, causes the Server to place a

SOJ string Causes the Server to send a start-of-job string to

from DLC hosts. DLC can be enabled on one service per Server.

banner page before jobs.

passed through the service. This characteristic should be enabled when printing PCL data.

the attached device after every job. Enter an end string or the word none.

formfeed to the end of LPR print jobs.

When Enabled, causes the Server to assume the attached device is a PostScript device and act accordingly.

PostScript wrapper around each job.

the attached device before every job. Enter a start string or the word none.

Frequently-used Commands

F - 5

Frequently-used Commands

Table F-1: Frequently-used Server Commands, cont.

Command Option(s) Description

DEFINE SERVICE

“name” option

INITIALIZE option DELAY num Schedules a reboot after num minutes. Enter a

LOGOUT option <nothing> Logs out the current port (the port that issued the

TCPPORT string SpeciÞes a raw TCP listener socket for the service.

Enter a socket number (4000 to 4999) or the word none.

TELNETPORT string SpeciÞes a TCP listener socket for the service.

Unlike TCPport, this option performs Telnet IAC interpretation on the data stream. Enter a socket number (4000 to 4999) or the word none.

value from 0 to 120.

CANCEL Cancels an impending initialization. FACTORY Reboots the server to its factory default settings. NOBOOT Forces the Server to stop in Boot ConÞguration

Mode rather than fully rebooting.

RELOAD Forces the Server to download new operational

code and reprogram its ßash-ROM.

command).

PORT num Logs out the speciÞed port.

F - 6

Frequently-used Commands

Table F-1: Frequently-used Server Commands, cont.

Command Option(s) Description

PURGE SERVICE

option

SET PRIVILEGED Enters privileged mode, provided the user enters

{SHOW|MONITOR} QUEUE Displays the status of Server queues once (Show)

{SHOW|MONITOR} SERVER

{SHOW|MONITOR} SERVICE option

ZERO COUNTERS

option

LOCAL Removes the deÞnitions of all local services.

“service” Removes the deÞnition of the speciÞed service.

the proper privileged password when prompted.

or continually every three seconds (Monitor).

<nothing> Displays Server information once (Show) or

continually every three seconds (Monitor).

COUNTERS Displays characteristics related to the various

counters kept by the Server.

<nothing> Displays characteristics about all conÞgured

services once (Show) or continually every three seconds (Monitor).

“service” Displays only characteristics related to the

named service.

ALL Zeroes all port, node, and Server counters. PORT num Zeroes port counters for the speciÞed port.

F - 7

Frequently-used Commands

F.2 Port Commands

Table F-2: Port Commands

Command Option(s) Description

DEFINE PORT 1 ACCESS option

DEFINE PORT 1 BITRONICS {EN|DIS} When Enabled, ensures bidirectional functioning of

DEFINE PORT 1 CHARACTER size Toggles the port between 7-bit and 8-bit characters

DEFINE PORT 1 DSRLOGOUT {EN|DIS} When Enabled, the port will be logged out

DEFINE PORT 1 DTRWAIT {EN|DIS} When Enabled, the Server will not assert DTR on the

DYNAMIC The port can initiate and receive connection requests. LOCAL The port can initiate connection requests, and local

logins are permitted.

NONE The port is unusable. REMOTE The port can receive host-initiated connection

requests.

the parallel port. The attached printer must also support Bitronics mode.

(the default). Enter either 7 or 8.

automatically whenever DSR is deasserted.

port when it is idle (no user logins or connections).

F - 8

Frequently-used Commands

Table F-2: Port Commands, cont.

Command Option(s) Description

DEFINE PORT 1 FLOW

option

DEFINE PORT 1 NAME “newname” Enter a name of up to 16 alphanumeric characters for

DEFINE PORT 1 PARITY option

DEFINE PORT 1 SPEED baudnum Sets the portÕs baud rate. Acceptable baudnum

{SHOW|MONITOR} PORT 1 Displays the portÕs conÞguration characteristics once

TEST PORT 1 option COUNT rows

CTS SpeciÞes CTS/RTS (hardware) ßow control. {EN|DIS} Activates or deactivates the currently-conÞgured

NONE Removes the current ßow control settings. XON SpeciÞes XON/XOFF (software) ßow control.

parity Enter even, odd, mark, or space. Specifying mark or

NONE SpeciÞes that no parity will be used (the default).

WIDTH cols POSTSCRIPT Sends a PostScript test page to the port.

ßow-control method.

the speciÞed port.

space will change the character size to 7 bits.

values range from 300 to 115200 baud (or 230000 baud for 1ooBASE-T Servers).

(Show) or continually every three seconds (Monitor). Counters and Status keywords can be added.

Sends an ASCII data stream to the port for the speciÞed number of rows and/or columns.

F - 9

Frequently-used Commands

F.3 Protocol Commands

In the following table, PROTO is an abbreviation for the optional keyword PROTOCOL.

Table F-3: Protocol Commands

Command Option(s) Description

DEFINE PROTO APPLETALK option

DEFINE PROTO IP

option

{EN|DIS} Enables or Disables the AppleTalk protocol for the

Server.

ZONE newzone Places the Server in a zone other than the default. {EN|DIS} Enables or Disables the TCP/IP protocol for the

Server.

GATEWAY ipaddr Same as DEFINE SERVER GATEWAY ipaddress,

page F-2.

IPADDRESS ipaddr Same as DEFINE SERVER IPADDRESS ipaddress,

page F-3.

LOADHOST ipaddr Same as DEFINE SERVER LOADHOST ipaddress,

page F-3.

NAMESERVER ipaddr SpeciÞes the IP address of the host that will resolve

text host names into their numeric equivalents for TCP/IP connection attempts.

F - 10

Table F-3: Protocol Commands, cont.

Command Option(s) Description

DEFINE PROTO LANMAN option

DEFINE PROTO LAT

option

DEFINE PROTO NETWARE option

{EN|DIS} Enables or Disables the LAN Manager protocol for

the Server.

{EN|DIS} Enables or Disables the LAT protocol for the

Server.

LICENSE string Enables LAT on multi-port Servers. Enter the

license string obtained from Lantronix.

{EN|DIS} Enables or Disables the NetWare (IPX) protocol for

the Server.

DSCONTEXT string ConÞgures the NetWare Directory Services context

in which the Server is located. For more information about NDS contexts, see your NDS documentation.

DSLICENSE string ConÞgures the NetWare Directory Services license

needed to enable NDS on your Server. Enter the license string obtained from your dealer or Lantronix.

DSTREE string ConÞgures the NetWare Directory Services tree in

which the Server is located. For more information about NDS trees, see your NDS documentation.

Frequently-used Commands

F - 11

Frequently-used Commands

Table F-3: Protocol Commands, cont.

Command Option(s) Description

DEFINE PROTO NETWARE ENCAPSULATION option {EN|DIS}

DEFINE PROTO NETWARE LOADHOST server Same as DEFINE SERVER NETWARE LOADHOST

PURGE IPSECURITY

option

PURGE PROTO NETWARE ACCESS

option

{SHOW|MONITOR} PROTO protocolname Displays operating characteristics of the speciÞed

NATIVE ConÞgures the Server to use the Ònative modeÓ

frame format.

ETHER_II ConÞgures the Server to use Ethernet v2 frame

format.

802_2 ConÞgures the Server to use 802.2 frame format

with NetWare SAPs.

SNAP ConÞgures the Server to use 802.2 frame format

with SNAP SAPs.

server, page F-3.

ALL Removes the entire IP security table. ipaddress Removes entries from the IP security table that are

related to the speciÞed IP address.

ALL Removes all entries from the NetWare access list. server Removes entries from the NetWare access list that

are related to the speciÞed Þle server.

protocol.

F - 12

Warranty Statement

Lantronix warrants for a period of FIVE YEARS from the date of shipment that each MPS Ethernet Print Server supplied shall be free from defects in material and workmanship. During this period, if the customer experiences difficulties with a product and is unable to resolve the problem by phone with Lantronix Technical Support, a Return Material Authorization (RMA) will be issued. Following receipt of a RMA number, the customer is responsible for returning the product to Lantronix, freight prepaid. Lantronix, upon verification of warranty will, at its option, repair or replace the product in question, and return it to the customer freight prepaid. No services are handled at the customer's site under this warranty.

Lantronix warrants software for a period of sixty (60) days from the date of shipment that each software package supplied shall be free from defects and shall operate according to Lantronix specifications. Any software revisions required hereunder cover supply of distribution media only and do not cover, or include, any installation. The customer is responsible for return of media to Lantronix and Lantronix for freight associated with replacement media being returned to the customer.

Lantronix shall have no obligation to make repairs or to cause replacement required through normal wear and tear of necessitated in whole or in part by catastrophe, fault or negligence of the user, improper or unauthorized use of the Product, or use of the Product in such a manner for which it was not designed, or by causes external to the Product, such as, but not limited to, power or failure of air conditioning.

There are no understandings, agreements, representations or warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, other than those specifically set out above or by any existing contract between the parties. Any such contract states the entire obligation of Lantronix. The contents of this document shall not become part of or modify any prior or existing agreement, commitment or relationship

The information, recommendation, description and safety notations in this or other documents supplied by Lantronix are based on general industry experience and judgment with respect to such hardware and software. THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED TO BE ALL INCLUSIVE OR COVERING ALL CONTINGENCIES.NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR MERCHANTABILITY, OR WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE, ARE MADE REGARDING THE INFORMATION, RECOMMENDATIONS, DESCRIPTIONS AND SAFETY NOTATIONS CONTAINED HEREBY AND IN HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE SPECIFICATION DOCUMENTATION, OR INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED BY LANTRONIX. In no event will Lantronix be responsible to the user in contract, in tort (including negligence), strict liability or otherwise for any special, indirect, incidental or consequential damage or loss of equipment, plant or power system, cost of capital, loss of profits or revenues, cost of replacement power, additional expenses in the use of existing software, hardware, equipment or facilities, or claims against the user by its employees or customers resulting from the use of the information, recommendations, descriptions and safety notations supplied by Lantronix. Lantronix liability is limited (at its election) to (1) refund of buyer's purchase price for such affected products (without interest); (2) repair of such products, or (3) replacement of such products, provided however, that the buyer follows the procedures set forth herein

Warranty claims must be received by Lantronix within the applicable warranty period. A replaced product, or part thereof, shall become the property of Lantronix and shall be returned to Lantronix at the Purchaser's expense. ALL RETURN MATERIAL MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION NUMBER ASSIGNED BY LANTRONIX.

Declaration of Conformity

(accordingly to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014)

Manufacturer’s Name: Lantronix Manufacturer’s Address: 15353 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 USA

declares that the product:

Product Name: Micro Ethernet Print Server Model Number(s): MPS1-T, MPS1-2, MPS100

conforms to the following Standards:

Safety (All): EN 60950:1988 + A1, A2 EMC (All): EN 55022:1988 class A

Additional EMC (MPS1-2): IEC 801-2:1991/prEN55024-2:1992-4kV CD, 8kV AD

Supplementary Information:

“The product complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.”

Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio

interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

EN 50082-1:1992

IEC 801-3:1992/prEN55024-3:1991-3V/m IEC 801-4:1988/prEN55024-4:1992-0.5kV Signal Lines,

1kV Power Lines

IEC 801-5:1993/prEN55024-5:1992-1kV Common Mode,

0.5kV Differential Mode, 1kV Network Cable

Manufacturer’s Contact: Director of Quality Assurance

Lantronix 15353 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 USA General Tel: 949/453-3990; Fax: 949/453-3995

Index

Numerics

100BASE-T...2-1 10BASE2...1-1 10BASE-T...1-1, 2-1

Access list, NetWare...5-3 AppleTalk...1-1, 7-1, 7-2, 7-3 Application port, LAT...6-1 ARP table...4-3

Banner page...4-7, 4-22 Bi-directional communication...7-1 Binary service...3-3 Bindery...5-1 Bitronics...1-1, 7-1 BNC connector...2-3 Boot...2-3 BOOTP...4-2, 5-8

Centronics...1-1, 2-3, 7-1 Chooser (Macintosh)...7-2 Command line interface...4-2

DHCP...4-6, B-4

EtherTalk...1-1 EZWebCon...2-3, 3-2, 4-2

Flash ROM updates....D-4, D-9

FTP, updating software...D-2

Hardware address...4-3

Incoming logins...3-3 Installation instructions...2-2 IP address...3-1, 4-3, 4-6, 4-15

Configuring...4-2

IPX (NetWare)...1-1, 5-1

LAN Manager...1-1, 8-1 LaserWriter...7-1 LAT...1-1, 3-3, 6-1 LEDs...2-1

Index-i

M Index

Local> prompt...4-2 Login password...3-1, 3-3 lpc...4-22 LPD...4-23, 8-1 LPR...4-1, 4-7, 4-16, 4-17, 4-19, 4-20

Generic...4-15 Print command...4-16 Unix...4-20

lpstat...4-22

Macintosh...7-1, 7-2

Named pipe interface...4-7 NDS...5-1, 5-2 NetWare...1-1, 5-1, 5-6

Access list...5-3 Bindery...5-1 NDS...5-1 Reloading software...D-6

Passwords...3-1 PCONSOLE...5-1, 5-5 Ping...4-2, 4-3

Index-ii

PostScript...3-3, 7-1 Power connector...2-1, 2-3 Print queue...3-3, 4-7, 4-17, 4-20, 5-5, 6-2, 8-

2 Printcap file...4-21 Privileged password...3-1 Protocols supported...1-1

QINST...5-1 Queue...4-7, 4-17, 4-20, 5-5, 6-2, 8-2

RARP...4-2, B-5 RJ45...2-1, 2-3 RTEL...4-1, 4-7, 4-22

SAM...4-19 Service...3-3, 5-5, 6-1, 7-2

Text...3-3 SMIT...4-17 Software, updating...D-1 Specifications

Altitude...E-2

Power...E-1

Index T

Relative Humidity...E-2

Temperature...E-1 Superuser privileges...4-3 Supplying power...2-3 System Administration Mgr (SAM)...4-19 System Mgmt Interface Tool (SMIT)...4-17

TCP/IP...1-1, 4-1–4-22, 8-1, D-6 Telnet...3-3 Test...2-1, 2-2, 2-3 Troubleshooting...5-6, 6-3, 7-3, B-1–B-7, D-

UNIX named pipe interface...4-22 Updating software...D-1

VMS...6-1, 6-3

Windows...4-1, 4-8

Zones, AppleTalk...7-2

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Lantronix MPS1-T, MPS1-2, MPS100 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Print Server Installation Guide

Contents

1 - Introduction

1.1 How to Use This Manual

2 - Installation

2.1 Product Description

2.2 Installation

3 - Getting Started

3.2 Incoming Logins

3.3 Services

4.1 Setting the IP Address

4.1.1 Using EZWebCon

4.1.2 Using a Directed Ping Packet

4.1.3 Using a DHCP, BOOTP, or RARP Reply

4.1.4 Using the Command Line Interface

4.2 Notes About LPR

4.3 LPR on Windows NT 4.x

4.4 LPR on UNIX Hosts

4.4.1 LPR on AIX Hosts

4.4.2 LPR on HP Hosts

4.4.3 LPR on SCO UNIX Hosts

4.5 RTEL Functionality

4.6 Unix Host Troubleshooting

5.1 Obtaining an NDS License

5.3 Creating NDS Print Queues Using PCONSOLE

5.4 NetWare Host Troubleshooting

6.1 Printing Directly to a Port

6.1.1 LAT Host Troubleshooting

7.1 Bitronics

7.2 Macintosh Services

7.3 AppleTalk Zones

7.3.1 AppleTalk Host Troubleshooting

A - Contact Information

B.2 Printing Problems

B.3 BOOTP Troubleshooting

B.4 DHCP Troubleshooting

B.5 RARP Troubleshooting

B.6 PostScript Problems

B.6.1 Bitmap Graphics

D - Updating Software

D.1 Updating Via the Web

D.2 Updating Using FTP

D.3 Updating Using the BBS

D.4 Reloading Software

D.4.1 Reloading Sequence

D.4.2 NetWare

D.4.3 TCP/IP

D.4.4 MOP

D.5 Troubleshooting Flash ROM Updates

E.1.1 Power Supply Cord

E.2 Temperature Limitations

E.3 Altitude Limitations

E.4 Relative Humidity Limitations

F - Frequently-used Commands

F.1 Server Commands

F.2 Port Commands

F.3 Protocol Commands

Warranty Statement

Declaration of Conformity

Index