Planet FPS-1UA User manual

Print Server
User s Manual

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Revision
User s Manual for PLANET Print Server
Model: FPS-5P-S, FPS-5P-M, FPS-1UA, FPS-2PUW, and FPS-2PUWG
Rev: 1.0 (April. 2004)
Part No. EM-PSV8

Table of Contents
Chapter 1Introduction 1
Features...........................................................................................................1
SafetyInstructions............................................................................................2
Package Contents............................................................................................3
Models..............................................................................................................3
LED Indicators..................................................................................................8
DIP Switch Table............................................................................................10
Diagnostic Push Button..................................................................................10
Chapter 2LANInstallation11
Procedure.......................................................................................................11
Chapter 3Print Server Configuration13
Overview.........................................................................................................13
Other configuremethod for Print Server.......................................................13
Chapter 4Client PCConfiguration 15
Overview.........................................................................................................15
Wireless Settings for client PCs.....................................................................15
Printing Methods.............................................................................................16
Windows Peer-to-Peer Print Driver................................................................18
Windows SMBPrinting...................................................................................25
Windows withServer-based Print Queues.....................................................27
Windows usingNDPS....................................................................................28
Macintosh (AppleTalk)....................................................................................29
Chapter 5Bi-Admin Management Utility 32
Requirements.................................................................................................32
Installation......................................................................................................32
Operation........................................................................................................33
Chapter 6Web Interface Setup 40
Overview.........................................................................................................40
Preparation.....................................................................................................40
Connecting to the Print Server.......................................................................41
Configuration Screens....................................................................................41
Chapter 7Special Features51

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Overview.........................................................................................................51
Internet Printing Protocol (IPP).......................................................................51
Internet Mail Printing......................................................................................56
Printing through the Internet...........................................................................60
SNMP.............................................................................................................61
Wireless Configuration...................................................................................62
Chapter 8Troubleshooting 67
Overview.........................................................................................................67
Hardware & LAN Problems............................................................................67
AppleTalk(Macintosh)....................................................................................68
Novell NetWare..............................................................................................71
Windows Printing Problems...........................................................................72
AppendixASpecifications76
General Specifications...................................................................................76
Protocol Support.............................................................................................79
Feature Support..............................................................................................79
RegulatoryApprovals.....................................................................................80
Appendix BNetwork Server Configuration81
Windows NTServer.......................................................................................81
Windows 2000, XP and Server 2003.............................................................84
Novell NetWare..............................................................................................84
Unix Systems..................................................................................................89

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Chapter1
Introduction
This chapter provides anoverview of your Print Server's features.
Features
Congratulations on thepurchase ofyour newPrint Server. This device was designed
to provideasimple andefficientnetworkprintingsolution.Itis packed withfeatures,
including:
Ø Versatility. The PrintServer supports manyprotocols: TCP/IP, SMB(Service
Message Block), AppleEtherTalk,NetBEUIandNetWare (depend on different
model). It features one or two Ethernet interface ports andoperating systemsup-
port includes Unix, Novell, and MicrosoftWindows.
Ø Easy Installation. The Print Server makes addingprinters or plotters to your
network simple. Depending onyour model, itwill support 10 Base-T,100 Base-TX
or IEEE802.11b/g. The auto-sensingfeature on the connect interface means that
there is no needto set jumpers or performsoftwareconfiguration to select the
networkinterface used.
Ø Easy Setup. Anumber ofutilityprogramsare supplied tosimplifysetup.For
Windows95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP/Server 2003 users, theBi-Admin programmakes
it easytoconfigure thePrint Server for avarietyofnetworkandserverconfigura-
tions.
Ø Web-based Interface. The Web-based interface providesaneasymethodof
configuration in TCP/IP networks.
Ø Compact Size. This allowsthe PrintServer tobeused evenwherespace is
limited.
Ø Remote ManagementTools. Avarietyof software tools are provided. In most
environments, boththe Print Server andattachedBi-Directionalprinters canbe
configured remotely.
Ø SNMP Support. The Print Server can act as aSNMP agent,withit ownMIB.
This allowsTCP/IP users tomonitor, configure andtroubleshoot the Print Server
using their existing SNMPmanagement tools.
Ø InternetPrintingProtocol (IPP) Support. The Print Servers can act as IPP
(InternetPrintingProtocol)Server, allowingclients, suppliers, colleagues and oth-
ers to print toyour printer fromanywhereontheInternet. WindowsIPP Client
software is also supplied.
See the "Protocol Support"and "Feature Support"
tables in Appendix Afor details of which models
support the different features.
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SafetyInstructions
For your ownsafety,and toprotect your Print Server,please observethefollowing
safetyadvice.
1. Unplug this device fromits power source before cleaning.Use onlyaslightly
dampened cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquidor aerosol cleaners.
2. Avoid using this product near water. Exposure to water poses an electric-shock
hazard.
3. Do not placethePrint Server on an unstablesurface. The device mayfall causing
serious damage to the device.
4. This device should onlybe used withthe power supply type specifiedon themark-
ing label. If youare not sure oftypeof yourlocalpower supply, consult your dealer
or the local power company.
5. Do not pinch, crimpor otherwise damage the power cord. If exposed to foot traffic,
ensures that the cable is properlyshieldedand does not posea tripping hazard.
6. Ifusing anextensioncord,makessure the totalampere rating ofthe products us-
ing the corddoes not exceed the extension cord's ampere rating.
7. Do not attempt toservicethis device,as openingor removingcasingmayexpose
you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualifiedser-
vice personnel.
8. The Print Server should beserviced byqualified service personnelunder thefol-
lowing conditions:
• The power cord is damaged or frayed.
• Liquidhas beenspilled onto theproduct.
• The product has been exposed to rain or water.
• The product does not operate normallyin accordancewiththeoperating in-
structions.
• The device has been dropped or the casing has been damaged.

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Package Contents
Youshould findthe following itemspackaged withyour Print Server. Ifanyitemsare
missing, contact your dealer immediately.
• The Print Server
• Power Adapter
• One CD-ROM containing all support programs, drivers and this manual
• QuickInstall Guide
Models
This manual covers the following PrintServer models. Details ofthe LEDs andDIP
Switches are in this Chapter. Further details ofeach modelare containedin Appendix
A - Specifications.
FPS-5P-S Fast Print Server
41 Parallel Port
410/100Base-TX
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Red Error LED
Green Status LED
12V Power
10/100BaseT Connector
10/100BaseT Link LED
DIP Switches

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FPS-5P-M Fast Print Server
43 Parallel Ports
410/100Base-TX
Parallel
Port 3
Parallel
Port 2
Parallel
Port 1
Red Error LED
Green Status LED
12V Power
10/100BaseT Connector
10/100BaseT LED
DIP Switches
Reset Button

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FPS-2PUW Print Server
41 USB Printer Port
41 Parallel Printer Port
4IEEE 802.11bWireless Station
410/100Base-TX

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FPS-1UAPrint Server
41 USB Printer Port
410/100Base-TX

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FPS-2PUWG Print Server
41 USB Printer Port
41 Parallel Printer Port
4IEEE 802.11b/g Wireless Station
410/100Base-TX

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LED Indicators
LEDs - FPS-5P-S, FPS-5P-M
FPS-5P-S and FPS-5P-M have twoLED indicators on the top. The Status/Error LED
is orange or red. The Power/Link indicator LED is green. The LED indicator modes are
described in the following table.
Green LED Red/OrangeLED Status Description
Off Off No power.
On On Hardware error.
Flashing Flashing Firmware upgrade in progress.
On Off Normal operation - idle.
Flashing Off Normal operation - transmittingor
receivingpackets fromthe network.
LEDs - FPS-2PUW
FPS-2PUWhas 4 additional LED indicators as follows:
LED Description
LAN Off - Idle
Flashing - Transmitting or receiving data through the LAN.
WLAN Off - Idle
Flashing - Transmitting or receiving data through theWire-
less LAN.
ACT Off - Printserver is not power on
Flashing - Printserver is working
ERR Off –Printer is working fine
On - For FPS-2PUW.The printserver is resetting.
LEDs - FPS-1UA
FPS-1UA has 2 additionalLED indicators as follows:
LED Description
PWR Off - Printserver is not power on
Flashing - Printserver is working
USB Off –Printer is working fine
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LEDs - FPS-2PUWG
FPS-2PUWG has 5 additional LEDindicators as follows:
LED Description
STATUS On - Device power on
Off - Device power off
LAN On - LAN port is connected
Off - LAN port is not connected
Flashing - Packets are transmittingor receiving
WLAN On - WLAN port is connected
Off - WLAN port is not connected
Flashing - Packets are transmittingor receiving
P1 On - Parallel port is connected
Off - Parallel port is notconnected
Flashing - Packets are transmittingor receiving
P2 On - USB port is connected
Off - USB port is not connected
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DIP SwitchTable
Somemodels are fitted with DIP switches.
• The default position for all switches is UP.
• Normally, there is no need to change the settings ofthe DIP switches.
• The purpose ofthese switches is described in the following tables. Anyother pos-
siblesettings are reserved, and should not be used.
Print Servers (FPS-5P-M, FPS-5P-S)
SW1
SW2 SW3 Description
UP --Autoselect LAN connection (Default)
Switches 2 and 3 haveno effect
Down Down Down 10Base-T- HalfDuplex
Down Down UP 10Base-T- Full Duplex
Down UP Down 100Base-TX - HalfDuplex
Down UP UP 100Base-TX - Full Duplex
Diagnostic Push Button
PrintServer FPS-1UA/FPS-2PUW/FPS-2PUWGare fitted withaDiagnostic Push But-
ton. The button is recessed; apin or paper clip canbe usedtopress it. This button
has 2 functions:
• Restore the factorydefault settings
• Printa test page containingall current settings.
To restore the factorydefault settings:
1. Turn the Print Server OFF.
2. Press and hold thediagnostic button. While pressingthe button, switchthe Print
Server ON.
3. Ifyoucontinue pressing the button for 10 seconds,adiagnostic page will be
printed, showing the new(default) settings.
To generate a Diagnostic print out
1. Ensure that both the Print Server and the printer attached to port 1 are ON.
2. Press the diagnostic button, andhold it in for 2 seconds.
3. The test page, containing the current settings, will be printed.
Note:
PostScript printers are unableto printthis page.If you have aPostScript printer on
Port 1, the test pagewill not be printed.

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Chapter2
LAN Installation
This chapter describes how to install thePrint Server in your Local AreaNet-
work.
Procedure
Before use
• Makesure the printer youused is not aGDI (Graphical Device Interface) printer.
Printserver is not support GDI interface. Ifconnect the GDI printer to printserver, it
will workincorrectly.Youcan refer to thePDF file in GDI Printer folder oftheCD-
ROM. There have list someprinters that designedwith GDI interface. Weare
afraid theprinter isa new one thatis notincludedinthis PDF file.Soplease check
to theprinter manufacturer for ensure theprinter workinterface before you buythe
printer.
1. Preparation
• Ensure the power is OFF. Do not connect the Print Server while power is ON.
• Find the Default Server Name for your Print Server.
The Default Server Name is shownon asticker on the base ofthe device. It con-
sists of8letters and/or digits as SCxxxxxx. This namealso represents its MAC
address. For example, SC123456 showsits MAC address as 00-c0-02-12-34-56.
Record this name; it maybe needed during configuration.
2. Connect thePrinter or Printers
Connect theprinter or plotter to thePrint Server's printer port(s), as appropriate:
• USB Ports - UsetheUSB cable suppliedwith your printer to connect the printer to
the PrintServer's USB port
• ParallelPorts -Use standard Parallelport cables toconnect theprinter to the
parallelport onthePrintServer.Parallel printercablesshould beless than3me-
ters long.
3. Connect theNetworkCable
• Connect thenetworkcableto theproper connector onthePrint Server. The Print
Server will automaticallyrecognize whichever connector is used.
On FPS-2PUW and FPS-2PUWG, connecting the LANcable will dis-
able the Wireless interface, because the default "Infrastructure
mode" wireless setting can NOT be used with the LAN interface.
To use both the LANand Wireless interfaces, the Wireless mode
must be set to "Ad-hoc".
After configuration, the LANinterface can be disconnected if not
required.
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4. Power Up
Plug in the power adapter cable and power up. Start-upwill take onlyafewseconds.
Use onlythe Power Supplyunit provided with the device. Power
Supplyunits for different models are not interchangeable.
5. Check the LEDs
For FPS-5P-x
• The Red Error LED shouldflash, then turn Off.Whenthe RedLED goes off and
the Green LED remains lit or flashes, thePrint Server is ready.
• Ifyour model supports 10Base-Tand 100Base-TX, checkthe 10/100Base-TXlink
LED or LEDs next tothe LAN connection. Ifthe Auto-Negotiationfail, theLED (or
both LEDs, ifthereare2) will beoff.In this case, setthe DIPswitches tosuit your
LAN, as described in the DIP Switch Table in Chapter 1.
For FPS-2PUW
• After plug power adapter toprintserver, PWR LED will lighton.
• Ifprintserver has connectedto ahub or switch andpower on, LAN LED will blink.
Ifthe auto-negotiation fails,the LED will be off.
• Ifprintserver is working withWireless interface, WLAN LED will be blink.
• When the printserver is sending data toyour printer, the ACTLED will blink.
For FPS-1UA
• After plug power adapter toprintserver, PWR LED will lighton.
• Ifprintserver has connect to hub or switch, PWRLED will start flashing. Ifthe
auto-negotiation fails, the LED will keep lighton.
• After printserver connectedto LAN. If youdont connect printer to printserver yet,
USB LED will be flashing.
For FPS-2PUWG
• After plug power adapter toprintserver, PWR LED will lighton.
• Ifprintserver has connectedto ahub or switch andpower on, LAN LED will blink.
Ifthe auto-negotiation fails,the LED will be off.
• Ifprintserver is working withWireless interface, WLAN LED will be blink.
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Chapter3
Print Server Configuration
This chapter provides anoverview of theconfiguration process.
Overview
The PrintServeris designed tosupport manydifferent platforms, and the configuration
requiredwould depend upon theenvironment in which it is installed.
• When you first time install your printserver toyour LAN.We will suggest youinstall
utility “Bi-Admin”to configure your PrintServer in Windows. It can providean ad-
vanceand completeconfigurationfor yourprintserver. SeeChapter5for details
on using Bi-Admin.
• Ifyouhave installed NetBEUI protocol in your network,you dontneed toconfig-
ure the printserver. Youcanselect NetBEUIprotocol in Peer-To-Peer driver instal-
lation to let your PC attach to the PrintServer to print, throughNetBEUI protocol.
• PCs wishingto use the printer attached to the Print Server alwaysrequire configu-
ration. See Chapter 4- Client Configuration for details.
• Ifusing a NetWareServer (V3, 4, or 5 in "compatibility" mode):
• For configurationandmanagement, theBi-Admin program(detailedin Chap-
ter 5 Bi-Admin Management Utility) is recommended.
• Ifusing NDPS, refer to Appendix B - Network Server Configuration.
• Ifyou wish touse aqueue-basedprinting systemusing WindowsNT
Server/Windows2000/XP/Server 2003,theNetworkServermust be configured
as detailedin Appendix B-Network Server Configuration.However, it is notnec-
essarytouse aNetworkServer-basedqueue; client PCs can print directlyto the
Print Server byinstalling the Peer-to-peer Print Driver in Driver/PTP20 folder on
the CD-ROM.
• AppleTalk is also supported, andnormallyno configuration ofthe Print Server is
required. See the Macintosh section ofChapter 4 for details ofclient configuration.
Other configure method for Print Server
Ifyoudo not have aWindows32 platformavailable, use one ofthe following methods
to configurethePrint Server.
Web Browser
Onlyavailable on FPS Series. See Chapter 6-Web Interface
Setup for details.
FTP Using this method, the configuration file is downloaded fromthe
Print Server, edited, then sent back.No software needs to be in-
stalled.
SeetheUNIX manual for details. The Unix manual is on theCD-
ROM, in the Manual\Unix folder.
Note:FPS-2PUW,FPS-2PUWGand FPS-1UA donot support
FTP to download the configuration file.
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WPConfig This programrequires Windows 3.1, and the IPX/SPX protocol.
This programis on the CD-ROM, in the Utilities\WPConfig
folder. Instructions for usingtheprogram are inasub-folder ofthe
Manual folder ontheCD-ROM.
PSConfig Menu-basedDOS program,intended onlytoconfigure thePrint
Server for use with NetWare V2, 3 and 4.
This programis on the CD-ROM, in the Utilities\DOS folder.
Instructionsfor usingthe programare inasub-folderofthe Man-
ual folder ontheCD-ROM.
Quickset Command-line DOS program,intended onlyto configure the Print
Server for use withNetWare V2,3and 4. This programalso has a
limited abilityto configure the NetWare Server itself.
This programis on the CD-ROM, in the Utilities\DOS folder.
Instructionsfor usingthe programare inasub-folderofthe Man-
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Chapter4
Client PC Configuration
The chapter details the client configuration required on LAN clients to usethe
printer or printersattached tothePrint Server.
Overview
Before performing client configuration, the following conditions must be met:
• PrintServer must be installed onyour network.
• PrintServer must be configured (refer to Chapter 3).
• BoththePrint Server and the attached printer must be powered ON.
• Ifthe client PC uses aWireless connectiontocommunicatewiththePrintServer,
the PC's wireless settings must be correct, as described below.
WirelessSettings for clientPCs
The FPS-2PUW/FPS-2PUWGincorporate Wireless Stations for IEEE 802.11b/g de-
vices. This section is onlyrelevant tousers ofthe FPS-2PUWand FPS-2PUWG.
Toprint tothe FPS-2PUWor FPS-2PUWG, Wireless stations must ensure thatthe
following Wireless Settings are correct.
Ad-hoc Mode Infrastructure Mode
SSID Must match the other Wireless sta-
tions, unless the SSID is null or
"any".
Ifits SSID is null or "any",aWire-
less station canjoin anyAd-hoc
group.
Must match the Access
Point.
Channel Should match the other Wireless
stations.
However, when joining anexisting
ad-hoc group,aWireless station
must use theChannel in use, rather
than its own Channel.
Access Point sets the
Channel used.
Wireless stations automati-
callylocate the correct
channel.
WEP Settings
Must match the other Wireless sta-
tions. Must match the Access Point.
Tochange these settings on your PC,use the software providedwithyourWireless
card.
Ifyour PC's wireless settings are notcorrect, you will not be able toprinttotheFPS-
2PUWor FPS-2PUWG via the Wireless connection.
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Printing Methods
The Print Server supports anumber ofprinting methods:
• Peer-to-PeerPrint Driver is installedbyrunningsetup.exe in the CD-ROM
Driver/PTP20 folder. The print jobsare stored(queued)onyour PC,andsent
to the Print Server when it is available.
• Server-based Print Queue means that all print jobs are stored (queued) on the
NetworkServer (e.g.NetWare, WindowsNT/2000/XP/Server 2003) andthen sent
to thePrint Server.This allowstheNetworkAdministrator tomodifythePrint
Queue.For example, an importantjob can be movedto thehead ofthe queue.
• Windows SMB printingis aMicrosoftstandard for using a"NetworkPrinter". No
additionalsoftware needs tobe installed on your WindowsPC,and printingfrom
MS-DOS programsis supported.However, becausethe PrintServer cannotstore
files, large print jobs maycause problems.
• AppleTalk is also supported, andnormallyno configuration ofthe Print Server is
required. SeetheMacintoshsectionofthis chapterfor details ofclient configura-
tion.
Which printing method should I use?
• Ifusing Windows95,98, Me, NT,2000, XP or Server 2003,the easiest method is
to install the Peer-to-peer Print Driver on the CD-ROM.
• Ifusing Windows, andyouneedto print fromMS-DOS programs, or you don't
wish to install additional software, useSMB. However, SMBis not suitable for
large, complex documents, so ifyouneed this as well as MS-DOSprinting, you
should install BOTHthe Peer-to-peer Print Driver and SMBprinting. MS-DOS pro-
gramscan use the SMBprinter, Windowsprogramsshould use the Peer-to-peer
PrintDriver.
• Ifyour LANhas NetworkServers (e.g.WindowsNT,Windows2000Server, Win-
dowsXP Server, WindowsSerer 2003and NetWare) use themethod advisedby
yourNetworkAdministrator. The PrintServer canprintviaaqueuelocatedona
Networkserver, ifdesired.
• Unix users -refer to the Unix Manual onthe CD-ROM, in theManual/Unix direc-
tory.
• Macintosh users - refer to the Macintosh section ofthis chapter.
Checking your Network Protocols (Windows)
Your PC must have EITHER the TCP/IP or NetBEUI protocols installed.
• Ifusing the Peer-to-peer Print Driver,theinstallationprogramwill checkthis for
you.
• Ifusing Windows SMBPrinting,youmust checkmanually,as described below.
(This is for Windows95 only.All later versions ofWindowshave TCP/IPinstalled
bydefault.)
1. Select the Settings -Control Panel-Network optionon theStart Menu. You
should see a screen like the one following: