D-Link DP-301U Fast Ethernet Print Server Manual
Contents Package Contents ................................................................................ 3 Introduction ........................................................................................... 4 Setting up the DP-301U ...................................................................... 7 Getting Started ..................................................................................... 9 Using the Web Configuration..............................................................
Package Contents Contents of Package: D-Link DP-301U Fast Ethernet Print Server Manual and Warranty on CD Printed Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. System Requirements: A computer with an installed Ethernet adapter Windows XP/2000/NT4/ME/98SE/95 Apple Mac OS with AppleTalk Linux, Solaris, SCO Unix, AIX NetWare 5.x (Native NDS) Internet Explorer 6.0, or Netscape Navigator version 6.
Introduction The D-Link DP-301U Print Server is an Ethernet/USB print server that connects to your Ethernet/Fast Ethernet network anywhere you wish to locate printer services. The DP-301U manages the flow of print files from workstations or file servers to connected printers, delivering print jobs to printers much faster than a file server or a PC acting as a print server can. With one USB (v2.0) port, the DP301U can connect to almost any printer with a USB port.
The DP-301U offers extraordinary flexibility, operating with all major network operating systems and protocols: TCP/IP UNIX lpr/lpd (HP-UX, SunOS, Solaris, SCO, UnixWare, IBM AIX) Windows NT/2000, Windows 95/98SE/ME, Windows XP NetWare 5.
Rear Panel Connectors Reset Power USB RJ-45 Network Cable Connector The Print Server’s rear panel features an RJ-45 connector for connection to 10Base-T Ethernet cabling or 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet cabling (which should be Category 5 twisted-pair cable). The port supports the NWay protocol, allowing the Print Server to automatically detect or negotiate the transmission speed of the network. DC Power Connector The DC power input connector is located on the Print Server’s rear panel and is labeled DC 5V.
Front Panel LED Indicators Power Steady or flashing green confirms that the Print Server is powered ON. Link/Act Steady or flashing green confirms that the Print Server has a good connection to the Ethernet or Fast Ethernet network. The indicator blinks off briefly to indicate that the Print Server is receiving or transmitting from the network. USB The LED indicator lights up to show that the Print Server is transferring print data through the USB port.
Power ON Self-Test Every DP-301U has been factory-tested to operate properly. When the DP-301U is powered ON, it also automatically performs a Self-Test on each of its major components. The final result of the Self-Test is signaled by the state of the USB LED indicator following the Self-Test. Preliminary to the actual component tests, the LED indicators are tested to confirm their steady and flashing operation.
Getting Started Below is a sample network using the DP-301U. The DP-301U has a built- in Webbased management feature that allows users to easily configure and manage multiple print queues through TCP/IP. Warning! Only a USB printer may be connected to the USB port of the DP-301U. Do not connect any other USB devices to the USB port of the DP-301U; to do so, may damage the unit and will void the warranty for this product.
Using the Web Configuration Open your web browser and type http://192.168.0.10 in the address box, and press . This set of numbers is the default IP Address of your Print Server. Please note that the PC’s IP Address must correspond with the Print Server’s IP Address in the same segment for the two devices to communicate. When you entered the default IP address, the main screen of the Print Server’s configuration will appear (see below).
Using the Web Configuration (continued) Home Click on Home tab from the tools bar of the main screen to display information of the DP-301U’s System Status and Printer Status. Home > System As shown below, the System displays the status of your print server, printer and network. Clicking Refresh will update the information. Device Status: Information about the print server, including the firmware version, MAC/IP address, and the “up time” can be found in this field.
Using the Web Configuration (continued) Home > Network Click the Network button in the left column to display information about the wireless LAN. Clicking Refresh will update the information. Auto IP: This field contains the current settings of TCP/IP, including DHCP/BOOTP, UPnP, and MAC Rendezvous. The items in this field are configured in Configuration>Network>TCP/IP. TCP/IP Printing: In this field, you can monitor the status of your printing tasks through TCP/IP.
Using the Web Configuration (continued) Home > User Click the User button in the left column to display the user’s information. Users Printing Log: The items in this field display the user(s) information, which include the user(s) Mac address, IP address, name, and status of printing tasks.
Using the Web Configuration (continued) Configuration Click on Configuration tab from the tools bar of the main screen to enter the Configuration Page; it provides the configuration options that include System Device and Port Setting System Device and Port Setting This option will show you settings required to configure the DP-301U Print Server. Consult your printers owner manual for the PJL(Printer Job Language) and print speed supported on your printer.
Using the Web Configuration (continued) Configuration > Network TCP/IP This field contains three options that allow you to configure the TCP/IP setting: IP Address: This option allows you to set the IP address manually or automatically. When you choose Manually Assign, you should enter the related information in the following boxes, including IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway. UPnP: This option allows you to enable or disable UPnP mode.
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Using the Web Configuration (continued) Configuration > User Printing Control By configuring the Enable User Printing Control option (Yes or No), the user in the User List is permitted to access the print server or not. Define Users You can add/delete the user(s) to/from the User List. The User List at the bottom of the screen displays the current defined user and related information for the print server. Click Apply to save the changes.
Using the Web Configuration (continued) Configuration > SNMP SNMP Management SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is a set of protocols for managing complex networks. Community 1/2/3: Enter a name in the Name box, and configure the Access Right by selecting Read Only or Read/Write from the pull-down menu. Click Apply if you have made changes.
Using the Web Configuration (continued) Tools Click on the Tools link from the tools bar of the main screen to enter the Tools Page; it provides the control options that include Print Test , E-mail, Reset, Upgrade, and Backup. Tools > Print Test Print Test Click Test to print a test page.
Using the Web Configuration (continued) Tools > Email E-mail Account You can assign an E-mail address to the print server, so that the mail from the account can be printed out directly through the printer (ASCII test only). To enable this function, enter the E-mail account in the Print Server E-mail Address box. Incoming E-mail (POP3) Server Address: Enter the server address that is used to receive your E-mail in this box.
Using the Web Configuration (continued) Tools > Email (continued) E-mail Notification You can set the print server to send a message through E-mail when the printer status changes. To enable this function, set the Enable e-mail notification for printer status changing option to Yes. Then, input the administrator’s Email address in the Admin E-mail Address box. E-mail Printing E-mail Printing (ASCII Text Only): Select Enable to enable the E-mail printing function.
Using the Web Configuration (continued) Tools > Upgrade Firmware Upgrade When a new version of firmware is available (e.g., downloaded from the manufacturer’s website), you can upgrade the firmware of your print server. Click Browse to locate the firmware file, then click Apply.
Using the Web Configuration (continued) Tools > Backup Backup Device Configuration to File Click Apply to backup your current configuration of the print server to file and then save in the computer. Restore Device Configuration from File You can reload a configuration that you saved before. Click Browse to point to the backup file, and then click Apply.
Help Click on the Help link from the tools bar of the main screen to enter the Help Page, it provides a link to D-Link’s support website. D-Link’s support website will provide the most up to date information on your DP-301U Print Server. Please check the website regularly for product and firmware updates.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP Open the web browser, and type in the IP Address of the DP-301U. For example, type http://192.168.0.10 into the Location or Address field. Press the Enter or (Return) Key. Note: The PC’s IP Address must be in the same subnet as the Print Server’s IP Address for the two devices to communicate. (For example, if your Print Server’s IP Address is 192.168.0.10, with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0, then your computer’s IP Address should be 192.168.0.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued) At the Configuration window, write down the Port Name for future reference. You will need this information later in the configuration process.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued) When you select TCP/IP Protocol at the Network window, the screen below appears. (We recommend that you keep the default settings as shown.) If you need to make changes, make sure to click Apply after you have made the changes. (You may wish to make a note of the IP Address.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued) Go to Start > Settings > Printers and Faxes > Add a Printer Click Next 28
TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued) Select Local Printer Deselect Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer. Click Next Select Create a new port. At the pull-down menu, highlight Standard TCP/IP Port.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued) Type in the IP address of the Print Server (i.e. 192.168.0.10). The Port Name will automatically be filled in. Select Custom Then click Settings Select LPR Input the Port Name of the port being used by the printer.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued) Click Next Click Finish Highlight the printer, as shown. If the desired printer is not on the list, click Have Disk and insert the printer driver disk that came with your printer to install the printer drivers.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued) At this screen, you can input a name for the printer.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 Open the web browser, and type in the IP Address of the DP-301U. For example, type http://192.168.0.10 into the Location or Address field. Press the Enter or (Return) Key. Note: The PC’s IP Address must be in the same subnet as the Print Server’s IP Address for the two devices to communicate. (For example, if your Print Server’s IP Address is 192.168.0.10, with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0, then your computer’s IP Address should be 192.168.0.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued) At the Configuration window, write down the Port Names for future reference. You will need this information later in the configuration process.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued) When you select TCP/IP Protocol at the Network window, the screen below appears. (We recommend that you keep the default settings as shown.) If you need to make changes, make sure to click Apply after you have made the changes. (You may wish to make a note of the IP Address.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued) Go to Start > Settings > Printers Double-click on the Add Printer icon.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued) Select Local Printer Click Next Select Create a new port at the pull-down menu, highlight Standard TCP/IP Port.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued) Click Next Type in the IP address of the Print Server in the Printer Name or IP Address field. The Port Name field will automatically be filled in. Click Next Select “Custom” Then click on Settings.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued) Select LPR Input the Port Name of the port being used by the printer.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued) Highlight the printer, as shown. If the desired printer is not on the list, click Have Disk and insert the printer driver disk that came with your printer to install the printer drivers. Click Next At this screen, you can input a name for the printer.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued) Select Do not share this printer Click Next Select Yes to print a test page Click Next Click Finish The printer is now ready for printing with Windows 2000 on your network.
TPC/IP Printing For Windows 98SE/ME Open the web browser, and type in the IP Address of the DP-301U. For example, type http://192.168.0.10 into the Location or Address field. Press the Enter or (Return) Key. Note: The PC’s IP Address must be in the same subnet as the Print Server’s IP Address for the two devices to communicate. (For example, if your Print Server’s IP Address is 192.168.0.10, with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0, then your computer’s IP Address should be 192.168.0.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/ME (continued) At the Configuration window, write down the Port Name for future reference. You will need this information later in the configuration process. The Port Name shown here is only an example.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/ME (continued) When you select TCP/IP Protocol at the Network window, the screen below appears. (We recommend that you keep the default settings as shown.) If you need to make changes, make sure to click Apply after you have made the changes. (You may wish to make a note of the IP Address.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/ME (continued) Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel Double-click on Network Click Add Highlight Client Click Add 45
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/ME (continued) At this window, click Have Disk. 1. Insert the DP-301U CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. Select the letter representing the CD-ROM drive on your computer from the pull-down menu. 2. Double-click on the folder lpr. 4 2 3 3. Highlight lpr.inf 4. Click OK 1 Click OK to accept the location of the file.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me (continued) Click OK You should now be back to the Network Properties Page. Highlight LPR for TCP/IP Printing.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/ME (continued) Click Add Port Type in the IP Address of the DP-301U. Make sure the Port Name is accurate. (The Port Name at right is just an example.) Click OK The Port name and IP Address will be displayed. (The Port Name at right is just an example.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/ME (continued) Click OK Windows will ask for a restart.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/ME (continued) Once your computer has rebooted, click on Start > Settings > Printers > Add Printer When the Add Printer Wizard screen appears, Click Next. Select Network Printer. Click Next Type in the path if you know it, or Click Browse.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/ME (continued) At the next screen, browse for the printer port. Highlight the port as shown. (The Port Name in this window is just an example.) Click OK If the network path is not specified, type in the IP Address of the DP-301U and the Port Name. (The Port Name shown at right is just an example.) Select Yes or No, to answer the question: Do you print from MS-DOS based programs? Click Next Highlight the printer, as shown.
TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/ME (continued) Select Yes to print a test page. Click Finish Go to Start > Settings > Printers Check to see that your printer is installed.
Unix/Linux Printing Please refer to the PS Admin Manual on the CD included with your purchase for information on setting up the Print Server in Unix/Linux.
Setting up Apple Talk or LPR Printing in Mac OS X Note: Mac OS printing is supported by Postscript printers only! With Mac OSX you can use AppleTalk or LPR printers using IP protocols for printing through Print Servers. Follow the instructions below for setting up the Print After attaching the Print Server to your network using the directions provided in the Quick Installation Guide, change the IP Address of your Macintosh to access the Print Server’s web configuration.
Setting up Apple Talk or LPR Printing in Mac OS X (continued) The default IP Address of the Print Server is 192.168.0.10. Manually change your IP Address to 192.168.0.x, where x is any number between 1 and 254 (except 10 which is the IP Address of the Print Server.) The IP Addresses and Subnet Mask shown here are examples only. Select the AppleTalk tab in this window and check Make AppleTalk Active.
Setting up Apple Talk or LPR Printing in Mac OS X (continued) To print, open a document and select File > Print from the menu. Select Edit Printer List from the Printer dialog box.
Setting up Apple Talk or LPR Printing in Mac OS X (continued) Select the printing protocol preferred, AppleTalk or LPR Printers using IP. In this example, AppleTalk has been selected. AppleTalk protocol: After selecting AppleTalk the Port Name of the Print Server will be displayed. The Port Name shown here is an example only. PS - 1123D6-U1 PS - 1123D6-U1 Laserwriter Laserwriter Click on the Port to which the post-script printer is connected.
Setting up Apple Talk or LPR Printing in Mac OS X (continued) LPR Printers using IP protocol: When you select LPR Printers using IP Protocol, this window will appear. Type the IP Address of the Print Server into the LPR Printer’s Address field. PS-1123D6 - U1 In the Queue Name field, type in the Port Name of the post-script printer that is connected to the Print Server. The Port Name illustrated here is only an example. Select the printer model from the dialog box.
Setting up Apple Talk Printing in Mac OS 9 Note: Mac OS printing is supported for Postscript printers only! The AppleTalk network protocol is used with computers using the MacOS operating system. It can be used for network communications over standard Ethernet or Fast Ethernet using the EtherTalk transport, or over a proprietary low-speed LocalTalk transport. Your Print Server can be used for network printing to PostScript printers.
Printing from MacOS Client Workstations The exact procedure for selecting a PostScript printer connected to your Print Server may vary slightly, depending on what printer driver version you are using. The procedure described below assumes you are using the LaserWriter 8. To choose a printer connected to your Print Server as your MacOS workstation’s default printer, Open the Chooser by selecting Chooser from the Apple menu. Select the LaserWriter 8 icon on the left. Make sure that AppleTalk is set to Active.
Printing from MacOS Client Workstations (continued) If you have not previously set this printer as the default, your computer will prompt you for a PostScript Printer Description file. Choose Select PPD. Select the appropriate printer description file for your printer. Click Open. (If your printer is not listed, click Generic to use a generic printer description.) If you wish to access this setting in the future, you can use the Setup button in the Chooser window.
Networking Basics Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP In this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work, using Microsoft Windows XP. Note: Please refer to websites such as http://www.homenethelp.com and http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000 for information about networking computers using Windows 2000, ME or 98SE.
Networking Basics (continued) Please follow all the instructions in this window: Click Next In this window, select the best description of your computer. If your computer connects to the internet through a gateway/router, select the second option as shown.
Networking Basics (continued) Enter a Computer description and a Computer name (optional.) Click Next Enter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should have the same Workgroup name.
Networking Basics (continued) Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard applies the changes. When the changes are complete, Click Next. Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard configures the computer. This may take a few minutes.
Networking Basics (continued) In this window, select the best option. In this example, Create a Network Setup Disk has been selected. You will run this disk on each of the computers on your network. Click Next Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A.
Networking Basics (continued) Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard copies the files. Please read the information under Here’s how in the screen below. After you complete the Network Setup Wizard you will use the Network Setup Disk to run the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your network. To continue, Click Next.
Networking Basics (continued) Please read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete the Network Setup Wizard. The new settings will take effect when you restart the computer. Click Yes to restart the computer. You have completed configuring this computer. Next, you will need to run the Network Setup Disk on all the other computers on your network. After running the Network Setup Disk on all your computers, your new wireless network will be ready to use.
Networking Basics (continued) Networking Basics How to assign a Name to your computer To name your computer, please follow these directions in Windows XP: Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen) Right-click My Computer Select Properties and Click Select the Computer Name tab in the System Properties window. You may enter a Computer Description (optional). To rename the computer and join a domain, Click Change.
Networking Basics (continued) How to assign a Name to your Computer In this window, enter the Computer name Select Workgroup and enter the name of the Workgroup All computers on your network must have the same Workgroup name. Click OK How to find your IP Address in Windows XP The adapter-equipped computers in your network must be in the same IP Address range.
Networking Basics (continued) How to find your IP Address in Windows XP This window will appear. Click the Support tab Click Close Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Note: Residential Gateways/Broadband Routers will automatically assign IP Addresses to the computers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) technology. If you are using a DHCP-capable Gateway/ Broadband Router you will not need to assign Static IP Addresses.
Networking Basics (continued) Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Double-click Network Connections Right-click Local Area Connections Double-click Properties 72
Networking Basics (continued) Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Click Properties Select Use the following IP Address in the Internet Protocol (TCP/ IP)Properties window. Input your IP Address and subnet mask. (The IP Addresses on your network must be within the same range. For example, if one computer has an IP Address of 192.168.0.2, the other computers should have IP Addresses that are sequential, like 192.168.0.3 and 192.168.0.4.
Technical Specifications Printer Connection Printer Port: USB port (ver 2.0) Bidirectional Communication: Hewlett-Packard PJL (Printer Job Language) standard for bidirectional communication. Network Connection Network Standards: IEEE 802.3 10Base-T Ethernet Network Data Transfer Rate: 10/100 Mbps (megabits per second) Network Connector: RJ-45 connector for 10Base-T Category 5 twisted-pair connection Network Protocols Ethernet Frame Types: 802.2, 802.
Technical Support You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website. D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States and within Canada for the duration of the warranty period on this product. U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link technical support through our website, or by phone. Tech Support for customers within the United States: D-Link Technical Support over the Telephone: (877) 453-5465 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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Appendix: DP-300U Printer Compatibility List The Canon Printer Cannon BJC55, BJC85 Cannon S100SP Cannon S200SP Cannon S300 Cannon S330 Cannon S400SP Cannon S520 Cannon S600 Cannon S6300 Cannon S750 Cannon S450 Cannon S4500 Cannon S9000 Cannon PIXUS 850i Cannon I850 Cannon IP1000, IP3000, IP4000 The Epson Printer EPSON Stylus C41UX, C405, C60, C61, C80, C42UX, RX510, C43 , C45 EPSON Photo R310, 720, 810, 820, 830, 830U, 890, 900, 1280, 1290, PM860PT, CC550L, CC570L, CL750, CL760, MC-2000, PM680C, PM-720C
Appendix: DP-300U Printer Compatibility List (continued) The HP Printer HP Desk jet 640C, 650C HP Desk jet 845C HP Desk jet 920C HP Desk jet 940C, 948C HP Desk jet 960C HP Desk jet 990Cxi, 995C HP Desk jet 1125C, 1180C HP Desk jet 1220C HP Desk jet 3320 HP Desk jet 3420, 3425, 3845 HP Color Inkjet CP1700, 3535, 3650, 3745 HP Inkjet DeskJet5610, DeskJet5650, DeskJet5850 HP laserJet 1200, 2200, 2200D, 1500 The Lexmark Printer Lexmark Z13, Z25, Z33, Z35, Z43, Z45, Z53, Z615, Z810, Z818 Lexmark 4039 10R Lexma
