MIL-3200X Series of FastPort™ Print Servers Hardware User’s Guide with FastManage™-Specific Information Sunnyvale, California Minnetonka, Minnesota
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Table of Contents Preface About this Manual ............................................................................................... FastPort Documentation ..................................................................................... Contents of this Document................................................................................. Notation Conventions .........................................................................................
Table of Contents Hot Spots............................................................................................................... 4-5 Appendix A: Specifications Hardware Features .............................................................................................. Serial Printer and Terminal Cables ................................................................... LEDs......................................................................................................................
P ref ac e P.1 About this Manual This manual has instructions on how to physically install a MIL-3200X series of FastPort print server. This document also has specific information on the FastManage™ suite of software as it applies to the MIL-3200X. The terms “MIL-3200X,” “FastPort” and “print server” are used to describe the device throughout the document. This document assumes that users are familiar with a system administrator’s tasks. P.
Preface • FastManage User’s Guide: Use this guide to setup the FastManage software for FastPort. This document is also generic for all FastPorts. P.
Chapter 1 I n t ro du c tio n Chapter 1 gives an overall description of the MIL-3200X FastPort print server.
Chapter 1 1.1 Overview of the MIL-3200X The MIL-3200X series of FastPort print servers are 10 Mbps, Ethernet and fiber optic print servers. The MIL-3200X allows users to directly connect multiple printers on Ethernet networks using their choice of network media, including: I N T R O D U C T I O N • 10BASE-T, 10BASE2, and 10BASE5 for Ethernet • 10BASE-FL for fiber optic media 1.
Chapter 1 1.3.
Chapter 1 1.4 The Next Step Use this guide to physically setup FastPort. Then consult the FastPort User’s Guide for the latest software/firmware installation information. Then refer to the FastManage User’s Guide to configure FastManage for FastPort. I N T R O D U C T I O N Note: 1-4 Chapter 4 in this document has FastManage information, but only as it pertains to a specific FastPort. Chapter 4, though, does not have any specific instructions on the FastManage suite of software.
Chapter 2 Fast Po r t In s ta lla tio n Chapter 2 gives installation information for the FastPort print server.
Chapter 2 2.1 Installation Requirements Before installing FastPort, make sure you have the following: • MIL-3200X series FastPort • Power supply Use a switchable power supply, such as the MIL-16DT desk-top power adapter included with FastPort. Set for 120 VAC in the continental USA (Default is 220 VAC) I N S T A L L A T I O N • Appropriate Ethernet cabling, which may include Tconnectors, terminators, external transceivers, or MAUs • Serial or parallel printers with cabling 2.
Chapter 2 Table 2-1: Operating Mode D3 D4 Mode Description Up Up Normal Does not allow a Telnet session. Users can print to the unit. The SYS (system) LED and NET (network) LED blink. Down Up Telnet Diagnostic Allows a Telnet session to monitor FastPort or change its Monitor parameters. Users can print to the unit. The SYS LED and NET LED blink. Down Down Serial Diagnostic Monitor A terminal can be attached to serial port 2 to run a serial monitor. Print jobs are not accepted.
Chapter 2 4. Attach the parallel printer(s) cables. Attach the parallel cable to the female DB25 parallel port on the front of the FastPort. Connect the other end of the cable to a standard, centronics port on the printer. 5. Attach the serial printer cables. I N S T A L L A T I O N Attach a serial cable to the male DB9 printer port on the front of the unit. The other end of the cable should be connected to a female DB9 with the standard serial interface pinout.
Chapter 2 FT RX PW CX MIL•4320M 16VAC PWR SYS NET LNK UTP Figure 2-2. MIL-3210X Rear Panel of FastPort The unit performs POST (power-on self-test) at start-up and tries to resolve its IP addresses. • If the IP address is set, the SYS LED blinks once per second. • If the IP address is not set, the SYS LED blinks five times per second until the address is set either manually or by using RARP, BOOTP, or DHCP. FastPort should now be functioning on the network.
Chapter 2 I N S T A L L A T I O N 2-6 MIL-3200X Series of FastPort Print Servers
Chapter 3 M I C R O MIL-4300M Series Micro Modules M O D U L E S Chapter 3 gives installation information for the MIL-4300M series of micro modules. For more information on micro modules, refer to the MIL-4300M Series of Micro Modules Installation Guide.
Chapter 3 3.1 Introduction Each version of the MIL-3200X has its own type of micro module for its network connection: • MIL-3210X: Has the MIL-4310M micro module on-board. The MIL-4310M has an RJ-45 connector (Unshielded twisted pair). M I C R O • MIL-3220X: Has the MIL-4320M micro module on-board. The MIL-4320M has a BNC connector (thin COAX). M O D U L E S Each micro module can be swapped so that the user can change the network connection.
Chapter 3 • MIL-4340M: 10BASE5, with an AUI connector (version B) • MIL-4350M: 10BASE-FL multi-mode, with an SMA connector (versions A, B and C) • MIL-4360M: Single-mode, half-duplex; with an ST connector (versions A and B) • MIL-4370M: Single-mode, half- and full-duplex; with an ST connector (versions A and B) FT M I C R O RX Vacant Slot PW CX MIL•4320M 16VAC M O D U L E S PWR SYS NET LNK UTP FT RX LK CX Figure 3-1. MIL-4300M Micro Module 3.
Chapter 3 5. Insert the module into the card-edge connector (port bay). Make sure it is seated firmly. 6. Secure with the #4-40 X 3/16” phillips-type screws. With the micro module now installed and ready to use, the user can install the proper network connection.
Chapter 4 FastManage for the MIL-3200X Chapter 4 discusses FastManage-specific software; however, only as it applies to the MIL-3200X series of FastPort print servers. This chapter does not give detailed instructions on the software. Refer to the FastManage User’s Guide for installation and configuration instructions for the FastManage suite of software.
Chapter 4 4.1 Overview of FastManage The FastManage suite of software allows configuration and network management for most SNMP-type devices, including print servers, fax servers, hubs, and stackable hubs. When the software is started, an icon appears that represents each SNMP device. This section discusses the specific icon for this specific FastPort: the MIL-3200X FastPort print servers. Note: F A S T M A N A G E 4.2 This section only has an overview of the software for a specific Digi SNMP device.
Chapter 4 b. The devices will now appear on Map 1 as “thumbnails,” which represents each SNMP device. c. Double-click on a thumbnail to display a full-screen image of that particular SNMP device (see Figure 4-2). • FastPort PrintServer Mgr. Icon: a. Also start the software by double-clicking on the FastPort PrintServer Mgr. icon. b. Enter the IP Address of the device. c. A full-screen image of that device appears (Figure 4-2). 4.
Chapter 4 4.4 Configuration Pull-down Menu There are many different options available from the pull-down menus, including TCP/IP, Novell, and SMB configurations. Refer to the FastManage User’s Guide for more information. 4.4.1 Auxiliary Port Sub-Menu The “Auxiliary Port” sub-menu (Figure 4-3) differs from other FastPorts, because the MIL-3200X series has two serial and two parallel ports.
Chapter 4 4.4.2 Parallel/Serial Printer Setup Sub-Menu Again, both the “Parallel Printer Setup” (Figure 4-4) and the “Serial Printer Setup” sub-menus differ from other FastPorts, because the MIL-3200X series has two serial and two parallel ports. To view these sub-menus from the “Configuration” pull-down menu, go to: Ethertalk Config.-->Parallel Printer Setup/Serial Printer Setup (Figure 4-4) F A S T M A N A G E Figure 4-4.
Chapter 4 • Uptime: This selection informs the user of how long the device has been running. • Reset: When this hot spot is clicked on, a warning message appears asking whether or not the user want to reset FastPort. Select Yes to continue, No to stop. • Digi/MiLAN Logo: Depending on the model of your FastPort, either a “MiLAN” or a “Digi” appears on the top, right-hand side of the graphic. When this Logo is clicked on, FastPort specifications appear. Reset Name, Location, and Contact.
Appendix A S p eci fic a tio n s A.1 Hardware Features • The 3200X motherboard, with Ethernet controller, serial port, parallel port interfaces • CPU: An Intel 80186 processor, with a 16 MHz clock • Flash: Flash devices are 29F040. Each device are 4 Mbps and arranged in 2 × 256k × 8 format. • Memory: 1 MB • MAC chipsets: Ethernet controller is 10 Mbps, with DRAM for data buffering, and its own memory management A.2 Serial Printer and Terminal Cables Print Server Side 2 3 5 7 8 PC 3 2 5 8 7 Figure A-1.
Appendix A DB9 Female FastPort Side Function Pin # RXD 2 TXD 3 GRND 5 RTS 7 CTS 8 DTR 4 DB25 Male Terminal/Printer Pin # Function 2 TXD 3 RXD 7 GRND 5 CTS 4 RTS 6 DSR Figure A-3.DCE Device, Dumb Terminal or Serial Port: DB9 Male DB9 Female FastPort Side Function Pin # RXD 2 TXD 3 GRD 5 RTS 7 CTS 8 S P E C I F I C A T I O N S DB9 Female IBM PC Pin # 2 3 5 7 8 Function TXD RXD GRD CTS RTS Figure A-4.
Appendix A A.3 Pinouts 1 2 3 4 5 A.3.1 Serial Port 6 7 8 9 Figure A-7.Serial Port Pinouts PIN Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Signal NC RXD TXD DTR/RTS GND NC RTS/DTR CTS NC 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 A.3.2 Parallel Port Connector S P E C I F I C A T I O N S 1 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 Figure A-8.
Appendix A A.3.4 RJ-45 Connector • Pin 1: Transmit data + 3 4 1 2 • Pin 2: Transmit data - 5 6 7 8 • Pin 3: Receive data + • Pin 6: Receive data - A.4 Micro Module Specifications A.4.1 LEDs S P E C I F I C A T I O N S The MIL-3200X is shipped standard with the MIL-4340M micro module. The following are the LEDs and what they indicate. Consult the MIL-4300M Series of Micro Modules Installation Guide for the correct LED and other information.
Appendix B Tech nic a l Su p p o r t S e r v ic e s B.1 World Wide Web Server Product information, manuals, new product announcements, programs, applications stories and more can be obtained through the world wide web. Our address is: http://www.dgii.com B.2 Internet FTP Server Digi has set up an anonymous FTP server for those with access to the internet. The address is ftp.milan.com or 206.40.59.2. Log-in as anonymous, and enter an email address when asked for a password.
Appendix B B.3 Contacting Technical Support To contact Digi’s technical support: B.4 • By Phone: 408/744-2751 • By Fax: 408/744-2771 • By email: support@milan.com Expediting Technical Support Service For faster service when calling our technical support department: • Be in a position where the computer and the print server are accessible T E C H • Know the type and versions of software you are using. • Know your hardware specification, including memory and disk space.
Index Numerics 1 stop bit 2-4 10BASE2 1-2, 2-2 10BASE5 1-2 10BASE-FL 1-2, 2-2 10BASE-T 1-2, 2-2 120 VAC 2-2 16 MHz clock A-1 16VAC 2-4 220 VAC 2-2 8 data bits 2-4 9600 baud 2-4 A Advanced Configuration Tool (ACT) 1-3 F FastManage 4-1 Overview 4-2 Parallel Port 4-6 Reset 4-6 Serial Port 4-6 Traps 4-5 Uptime 4-6 FastManage User’s Guide P-2, 1-4, 4-1 FastPort Installation 2-1 FastPort User’s Guide P-1, 1-3, 1-4, 2-5 Fiber optic 3-2 Flash Bank 2-3 Flash device A-1 Flash EPROMs 1-3 ftp.milan.
Index MIL-3200X 1-1, 2-2, 4-1, 4-2, 4-3 Features 1-2 Front Panel 2-3 Overview 1-2 MIL-4300M Micro Modules 3-1 MIL-4310M 1-2, 3-2 MIL-4320M 1-2, 3-2 MIL-4330M 1-2, 3-2 MIL-4340M 1-2, 3-3 MIL-4350M 3-3 MIL-4360M 3-3 MIL-4370M 3-3 N NetWare 1-3 No parity bits 2-4 Notation Conventions P-2 Novell P-1, 1-3, 4-4 Null modem cable 2-4 O I N D E X Operating Mode 2-3 P Parallel Port Connector A-3 Parallel printer 2-4 Power supply 2-2 ST connector 3-2 support@dgii.com B-2 T TCP/IP 1-3, 4-4 TCP/IP Config.
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