LINKSYS WPSM54G User Manual
2.4
WIRELESS
GHz
802.11g
Wireless-G
PrintServer with
User Guide
Multifunction Printer Support
Model No.
WPSM54G
Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support
Copyright and Trademarks
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Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2006 Cisco Systems, Inc. All
rights reserved. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
holders.
WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known
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reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
How to Use this User Guide
The user guide to the Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support has been designed to make
understanding networking with the PrintServer easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this
User Guide:
This checkmark means there is a note of interest and
is something you should pay special attention to while
using the PrintServer.
This exclamation point means there is a caution or
warning and is something that could damage your
property or the PrintServer.
This question mark provides you with a reminder about
something you might need to do while using the PrintServer.
In addition to these symbols, there are definitions for technical terms that are presented like this:
word: definition.
Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other image) is provided with a figure number and description, like
this:
Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the “List of Figures” section.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Welcome 1
What’s in this Guide? 2
Chapter 2: Getting to Know the PrintServer 4
The Bottom Panel 4
The Front Panel 5
Chapter 3: Connecting the PrintServer 6
Overview 6
Connecting the PrintServer to Your Network 6
Placement Options 7
Chapter 4: Configuring the PrintServer Using the Setup Wizard 8
Installation 8
Chapter 5: Windows Driver Installation 20
Overview 20
Installation 20
Configuration of the PrintServer Driver 22
Chapter 6: Configuring the PrintServer Using the Web-based Utility 25
Overview 25
The Setup Tab 26
The Protocol Tab - TCP/IP 27
The Protocol Tab - AppleTalk 28
The Protocol Tab - NetBEUI 29
The Protocol Tab - SNMP 30
The Wireless Tab - Basic 31
The Wireless Tab - Security 32
The Printer Tab - Internet Printing 33
The Printer Tab - Logical Port 34
The Status Tab - Device 35
The Status Tab - Printer 36
The Status Tab - Wireless 36
The Exit Tab 36
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Chapter 7: Bi-Admin Management 37
Overview 37
Bi-Admin Installation 37
Starting the Bi-Admin Management Utility 39
The Bi-Admin Management Utility 40
Chapter 8: Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) 51
Overview 51
Windows IPP Client Setup 51
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 56
Common Problems and Solutions 56
Appendix B: Wireless Security 58
Security Precautions 58
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 58
Appendix C: About Bi-Directional Printing 61
Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware 62
Appendix E: Windows Help 63
Appendix F: Glossary 64
Appendix G: Specifications 69
Appendix H: Warranty Information 70
Appendix I: Regulatory Information 71
Appendix J: Contact Information 73
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List of Figures
Figure 2-1: PrintServer’s Bottom Panel 4
Figure 2-2: PrintServer’s Front Panel 5
Figure 3-1: Connect to the USB Port 6
Figure 3-2: Connect to the Ethernet Port 6
Figure 3-3: Desktop Placement 7
Figure 4-1: Welcome 8
Figure 4-2: Set up PrintServer 8
Figure 4-3: Disconnect the USB Printer cable and power 9
Figure 4-4: Connect the PrintServer to the Printer 9
Figure 4-5: Connect the PrintServer 10
Figure 4-6: Connect the PrintServer 10
Figure 4-7: Reconnect the Printer 11
Figure 4-8: Choose PrintServer 11
Figure 4-9: Password 12
Figure 4-10: Configure IP Settings 12
Figure 4-11: Set PrintServer Password 13
Figure 4-12: Select Wireless Network 13
Figure 4-13: Configure Wireless Settings - SSID 14
Figure 4-14: Select Wireless Network 14
Figure 4-15: Wireless Security Settings - Disabled 15
Figure 4-16: Wireless Security - WEP 15
Figure 4-17: Wireless Security - WPA-Pre-Shared 16
Figure 4-18: Confirm New Settings 16
Figure 4-19: Disconnect power to the PrintServer 17
Figure 4-20: Disconnect Network 17
Figure 4-21: Reconnect the PrintServer 18
Figure 4-22: PrintServer connection complete 18
Figure 4-23: Continue to Set up Computer 19
Figure 5-1: Welcome 21
Figure 5-2: Set up Computer 21
Figure 5-3: Select Printer 22
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Figure 5-4: Check Print Driver 22
Figure 5-5: Wireless-G PrintServer Diagnostic - Check Printer
Driver Installation 23
Figure 5-6: Printer Driver Not Installed 23
Figure 5-7: Print Test Page 23
Figure 5-8: PrintServer Diagnostic Icon 24
Figure 5-9: PrintServer Info 24
Figure 5-10: Right-click Icon 24
Figure 6-1: Setup Tab 26
Figure 6-2: Protocol Tab - TCP/IP 27
Figure 6-3: Protocol Tab - AppleTalk 28
Figure 6-4: Protocol Tab - NetBEUI 29
Figure 6-5: Protocol Tab - SNMP 30
Figure 6-6: Wireless Tab - Basic 31
Figure 6-7: Wireless Tab - Security (WEP) 32
Figure 6-8: Wireless Tab - Security (WPA) 32
Figure 6-9: Printer - Internet Printing 33
Figure 6-10: Printer - Logical Port 34
Figure 6-11: Status Tab - Device 35
Figure 6-12: Firmware Upgrade 35
Figure 6-13: Status Tab - Printer 36
Figure 6-14: Status Tab - Wireless 36
Figure 6-15: Exit 36
Figure 7-1: Welcome 37
Figure 7-2: Bi-Admin Setup Welcome 37
Figure 7-3: Choose Destination Location 38
Figure 7-4: Select Program Folder 38
Figure 7-5: Connected Protocol 39
Figure 7-6: Searching for Device 39
Figure 7-7: Bi-Admin Management Utility 40
Figure 7-8: Device Information 40
Figure 7-9: Printer Status 41
Figure 7-10: Configuration - System 42
Figure 7-11: Configuration - TCP/IP 43
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Figure 7-12: Configuration - AppleTalk 44
Figure 7-13: Configuration - NetBEUI 45
Figure 7-14: Configuration - Internet Printing 46
Figure 7-15: Configuration - Port 47
Figure 7-16: Configuration - Wireless 48
Figure 7-17: Configuration - SNMP 49
Figure 7-18: Upgrade 50
Figure 7-19: Detected LAN Cards 50
Figure 7-20: BIN File Information 50
Figure 7-21: Add Cross Segment PrintServer 50
Figure 8-1: Windows XP - Local or Network Printer 53
Figure 8-2: Windows XP - Specify a Printer 54
Figure 8-3: Windows 2000 - Locate Your Printer 54
Figure D-1: Status Tab - Device 62
Figure D-2: Firmware Upgrade 62
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support. The PrintServer
lets you connect a USB printer directly to your network, eliminating the need to dedicate a PC to print sharing
chores. Using a PrintServer frees up your “print share PC” so you don’t have to leave it on all the time. It also
removes the printing bottleneck, and sets your PC free to do more useful work.
The USB port is compatible with USB 1.1 printers, as well as printers that support the new high-speed USB 2.0
specification for even faster throughput.
How does the PrintServer do all of this? A print server is a device that allows multiple computers to share a
printer over a network. You can connect the PrintServer directly to your network using an Ethernet network cable,
or you can connect the PrintServer over Wireless-G (802.11g) at up to 54Mbps. The wireless option lets you put
your printer wherever you want to, without having to run a cable. Whichever way the PrintServer is attached to
your network, both your wireless and wired PCs will have access to it and its USB printer.
But what does all of this mean?
mbps: one million bits per second; a unit of
measurement for data transmission
Networks are useful tools for sharing Internet access and computer resources. Multiple computers can share
Internet access, so you don’t need more than one high-speed Internet connection. Using the PrintServer, you can
access one printer from different computers. Plus, you can access data located on another computer’s hard drive
and play multi-player video games. So, networks not only are useful in homes and offices, but also can be fun.
PCs on a wired network create a LAN, or Local Area Network. They are connected with Ethernet cables, which is
why the network is called “wired”.
PCs equipped with wireless cards or adapters can communicate without cumbersome cables. By sharing the
same wireless settings, within their transmission radius, they form a wireless network. This is sometimes called
a WLAN, or Wireless Local Area Network. Your network router bridges wireless networks of both 802.11b and
802.11g standards and wired networks, allowing them to communicate with each other.
To guide you through the process of installing the PrintServer, run the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM (you
can use the instructions in the Quick Installation or User Guide to help you). After you have installed the
PrintServer, you can change its settings using its browser-based utility, which is described in this User Guide.
These instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the Wireless-G PrintServer.
Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
lan (local area network): the computers and
networking products that make up the network
in your home or office
ethernet: an IEEE standard network protocol that
specifies how data is placed on and retrieved from
a common transmission medium
802.11b: an IEEE wireless networking standard
that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of
11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz
802.11g: an IEEE wireless networking standard
that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of
54Mbps, an operating frequency of 2.4GHz, and
backward compatibility with 802.11b devices
browser: an application program that
provides a way to look at and interact with all
the information on the World Wide Web
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What’s in this Guide?
This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the PrintServer.
• Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter describes the PrintServer’s applications and this User Guide.
• Chapter 2: Getting to Know the PrintServer
This chapter describes the physical features of the PrintServer.
• Chapter 3: Connecting the PrintServer
This chapter instructs you on how to connect the PrintServer to your network.
• Chapter 4: Configuring the PrintServer using the Setup Wizard
This chapter instructs you on how to use the Setup Wizard to install your PrintServer.
• Chapter 5: Windows Driver Installation
This chapter explains how to install the Windows driver for the PrintServer.
• Chapter 6: Configuring the PrintServer Using the Web-based Utility
This chapter explains use the web-based utility to change the PrintServer’s settings.
• Chapter 7: Bi-Admin Management
This chapter explains how to use the Bi-Admin Management utility, which is for advanced users only.
• Chapter 8: Internet Printing Protocol (IPP)
This chapter instruct you on how to use the PrintServer as an IPP server so you can run remote print jobs.
• Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix describes some potential problems and solutions regarding use of the PrintServer.
• Appendix B: Wireless Security
This appendix explains the security risks in wireless networking and how you can help protect your network
• Appendix C: About Bi-Directional Printing
This appendix describes bi-directional printing.
• Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware
This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade the firmware on the PrintServer should you need to do so.
Chapter 1: Introduction
What’s in this Guide?
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• Appendix E: Windows Help
This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing
the TCP/IP protocol.
• Appendix F: Glossary
This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking.
• Appendix G: Specifications
This appendix provides the technical specifications for the PrintServer.
• Appendix H: Warranty Information
This appendix supplies the warranty information for the PrintServer.
• Appendix I: Regulatory Information
This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the PrintServer.
• Appendix J: Contact Information
This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.
Chapter 1: Introduction
What’s in this Guide?
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Chapter 2: Getting to Know the PrintServer
The Bottom Panel
The PrintServer’s ports and Reset button are located on the bottom panel.
Figure 2-1: PrintServer’s Bottom Panel
Power The Power port is where you will connect the power adapter.
Ethernet The Ethernet port is where you will connect the PrintServer to your wired network. (This is
optional.)
USB Printer The USB Printer port is where you will connect the USB printer to the PrintServer.
The USB icon (right) designates a USB port. The PrintServer comes with a USB
cable. One end has a rectangular connector called Type A. The other end has a
square connector called Type B. The USB cable’s Type A end connects to the
PrintServer, and the Type B end connects to the printer.
USB Connector-Type A USB Connector-Type B
Reset Button Use the Reset Button to reset the PrintServer to its factory defaults or print a test page. The
instructions are provided on the right side of this page.
IMPORTANT: Resetting the PrintServer will
delete all of your settings and replace them
with the factory defaults. Do not reset the
PrintServer if you want to retain the settings.
To reset the factory default settings
1. Unplug the PrintServer.
2. Press and hold the Reset button. While pressing the
button, plug in the PrintServer.
3. If you continue pressing the button for 10 seconds,
the PrintServer will be reset to factory defaults.
To generate a diagnostic print-out
1. Ensure that both the PrintServer and the printer
attached to the Printer port are ON.
2. Press the Reset button, and hold it in for 2 seconds.
3. The test page, which lists the current settings, will
be printed.
PostScript printers are unable to print this page. If you
have a PostScript printer on the USB Printer port, the
test page will not be printed.
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The Bottom Panel
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The Front Panel
The PrintServer’s LEDs are located on the front panel.
Figure 2-2: PrintServer’s Front Panel
USB Green/Orange. The USB LED lights up green when there is a printer connected to the USB port.
The LED flashes green when the PrintServer is sending data through the USB port. It lights up
orange when there is a problem with the USB printer.
Wireless Green. The Wireless LED serves two purposes. If the LED is continuously lit, the PrintServer is
successfully connected to the wireless network. If the LED is flashing, the PrintServer is
actively sending or receiving data from the wireless network.
Ethernet Green/Orange. If the Ethernet LED is continuously lit green, the PrintServer is successfully
connected to a device through the Ethernet port. The LED flashes green when the PrintServer
is actively sending or receiving data from the wired network. It flashes orange when there are
collisions detected on the Ethernet port.
Power Green/Orange. If the Power LED is continuously lit green, then the PrintServer is ready for use.
The LED flashes green when the PrintServer is booting up, a system self-test is running, or the
firmware is being upgraded. It lights up orange when there is an error.
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The Front Panel
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Chapter 3: Connecting the PrintServer
Overview
Before starting the physical installation, note the PrintServer’s default name, which starts with “LK” (for example,
LK71107). The default name is shown in the Server field on the PrintServer’s sticker, which is located on the
PrintServer’s back panel. During the PrintServer driver installation, this name is used to identify the PrintServer
you are currently installing.
Connecting the PrintServer to Your Network
1. Use the USB cable to connect your USB printer to the PrintServer’s USB Printer port. Plug the Type A
connector end into the PrintServer and the Type B connector end into the printer.
2. If you are connecting the PrintServer to your wired network, then plug one end of the Ethernet network cable
into the PrintServer’s Ethernet port.
Then connect the other end of the cable to your router or switch. The distance between the PrintServer and
the other device should not exceed 328 feet (100 meters).
Figure 3-1: Connect to the USB Port
3. Power on your printer.
4. Plug the power adapter into the PrintServer’s Power port.
Then plug the other end into an electrical outlet.
IMPORTANT: Make sure you use the power adapter supplied with the PrintServer. Use of a
different power adapter could damage the PrintServer.
NOTE: The PrintServer does not have an on/off power switch. Whenever its power adapter is
plugged into a power supply, the PrintServer is powered on. The PrintServer can be powered on
before, during, or after your network is powered on.
Proceed to the next section, “Placement Options.”
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Figure 3-2: Connect to the Ethernet Port
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Placement Options
There are different ways to place the PrintServer. The first way is to place the PrintServer horizontally on a
surface, so it sits on four small rubber pads. You can also use the included velcro to mount the PrintServer on a
wall or underneath a shelf. To use the velcro, follow these instructions:
1. Separate the included velcro into its two sides, the hook side and the loop side. You will use the tape on the
backs of the velcro sides to attach them to the PrintServer and surface you want to use.
2. For the first velcro side, peel off the cover protecting the tape, and attach it to the recessed area on the back
panel of the PrintServer.
3. For the other velcro side, peel off the cover, and attach it to the location you have chosen for the PrintServer.
4. Attach the velcro sides to each other, and make sure the PrintServer is securely mounted on the wall or
underneath the shelf.
5. Adjust the position of the antenna so that it is positioned as high as possible. Usually, the higher you place the
antenna, the better the performance and range will be.
The physical installation of the Wireless-G PrintServer with Multifunction Printer Support is complete.
Proceed to “Chapter 4: Configuring the PrintServer Using the Setup Wizard.”
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Placement Options
Figure 3-3: Desktop Placement
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Chapter 4: Configuring the PrintServer Using the Setup Wizard
Installation
To install the PrintServer, you will use the Setup CD-ROM to run the Setup Wizard. It is highly recommended that
you use a computer on the wired network to set up the PrintServer. However, if you only have a wireless network,
then you can use a computer on the wireless network to set up the PrintServer.
1. Insert the Setup CD-ROM into the computer’s CD-ROM drive. The Setup Wizard should run automatically. If it
does not, click the Start button and choose Run. In the box that appears, enter D:\setupWizard.exe (if “D” is
the letter of your CD-ROM drive).
2. When you see the Welcome screen, click Setup Wizard to continue. Click Exit to end the installation. Click
User Guide button to view the User Guide.
Figure 4-1: Welcome
3. If this is the first time you have installed the PrintServer, click Set up PrintServer. If you have already
installed and configured the PrintServer, click Set up Computer and proceed to Chapter 5: Windows Driver
Installation.
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Figure 4-2: Set up PrintServer
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4. You will need to first disconnect the USB Printer cable from the computer and disconnect the power from the
printer. Click Next when finished.
5. In Step 2, you will connect the USB printer cable to the USB port on the Print Server. Click Next.
Figure 4-3: Disconnect the USB Printer cable and power
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Figure 4-4: Connect the PrintServer to the Printer
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6. From the Connecting Your PrintServer screen, you will connect your Ethernet port.
The Ethernet connection is for configuration purposes only. Later in this installation, you will need to
disconnect the ethernet cable and reconnect your PrintServer, printer, and router.
Click Next to continue. Click Back to return to the previous screen.
7. Connect the Power Adapter to the PrintServer and click Next.
Figure 4-5: Connect the PrintServer
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Figure 4-6: Connect the PrintServer
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8. Reconnect the power adapter to the printer. Plug the power into the wall outlet.
Click Next to continue, or click Back to return to the previous screen.
Wait a few moments while the system searches for the PrintServer.
9. Select the proper PrintServer. If you can not find the PrintServer, click Refresh.
Click Next.
Figure 4-7: Reconnect the Printer
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Figure 4-8: Choose PrintServer
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10. If you have changed the default password previously, the password dialog opens and you are prompted for
your password. Otherwise, the installation will continue.
If you have forgotten your password, hold the reset button on the side of the PrintServer for 10 seconds. This
will reset the device to factory default. The default password is admin.
11. The Configure IP Settings screen appears. If your network uses a router with a DHCP setting that
automatically assigns IP addresses, select Automatically obtain an IP address (DHCP). If your network
uses a static IP address, select Set IP configuration manually, and enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and
Gateway in the fields provided.
Click Next to continue, or click Back to return to the previous screen.
Figure 4-9: Password
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Figure 4-10: Configure IP Settings
ip (internet protocol): a protocol
used to send data over a network
ip address: the address used to identify
a computer or device on a network
static ip address: a fixed address assigned to
a computer or device connected to a network.
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12. The Set PrintServer’s Password screen appears. If you want to change your password, enter your current
password in the Password field. Enter the new password in the Confirm field.
Click Next to continue, or click Back to return to the previous screen.
13. Locate and select the wireless network you want to connect to. If you do not see the wireless network you
wish to use, click Refresh and locate the network.
Figure 4-11: Set PrintServer Password
Click Next to continue, or click Back to return to the previous screen.
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Figure 4-12: Select Wireless Network
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14. If you clicked Manual Setup, the Configure Wireless Settings screen appears with the SSID field. Enter your
wireless network’s SSID or name. This is the unique name shared by all devices in a wireless network. The
SSID is case-sensitive and should have 32 characters or fewer.
Click Next to continue, or click Back to return to the previous screen.
If you click Refresh and select the network, the setup wizard automatically detects what kind of security
network your computer has.
Figure 4-13: Configure Wireless Settings - SSID
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Figure 4-14: Select Wireless Network
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15. If your network uses wireless security, you will prompted to enter the correct information.
If you enter a Passphrase, you will see the automatically generated WEP key on the following screen.
Otherwise, enter the WEP key manually in the field provided. If you are using 64-bit WEP encryption, then the
key must consist of exactly 10 hexadecimal characters. If you are using 128-bit WEP encryption, then the key
must consist of exactly 26 hexadecimal characters. Valid hexadecimal characters are “0”-“9” and “A”-“F”.
Figure 4-15: Wireless Security Settings - Disabled
Click Next to continue, or click Back to return to the previous screen.
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Figure 4-16: Wireless Security - WEP
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WPA-Pre-Shared Key
Enter a Pre-Shared Key that is 8-63 characters in length. Click Next to continue, or click Back to return to the
previous screen.
16. The Confirmation screen will appear. Your old and new settings will be displayed. If you want to save the new
settings, click Next. If you want to make a change, click Back to make changes.
Figure 4-17: Wireless Security - WPA-Pre-Shared
Please wait a few moments while the system changes the PrintServer’s settings.
NOTE: In the next few screens, you will need to disconnect and reconnect your PrintServer. Proceed in the order
specified to avoid any networking conflicts.
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Figure 4-18: Confirm New Settings
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17. Disconnect the power to the PrintServer. Click Next.
18. Disconnect the Network Cable from the PrintServer and router.
Figure 4-19: Disconnect power to the PrintServer
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Figure 4-20: Disconnect Network
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