-Port MFP USB Wireless Print Server user manual Model 509077 INT-509077-UM-0508-01
Thank you for purchasing the INTELLINET NETWORK SOLUTIONS™ 1-Port MFP USB Wireless Print Server, Model 509077. Unlike many MFP (multi-function printing) servers, it can communicate with your all-in-one printer as if it were connected directly to your computer, allowing all users to share print, scan, card reader and fax functionalities over the network. You can even monitor important information such as ink levels. The 1-Port MFP USB Wireless Print Server features IEEE 802.
frequency range to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems. RSS-210 Compliance Statement The term “IC:” before the certification/registration number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause interference; and 2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
different power adapter could damage the MFP server. • Do not handle plugs with wet hands. Doing so may result in electric shock. • Do not use damaged power cords. Doing so may result in electric shock or fire. Observe the following when handling power cords: • Do not modify power cords. • Do not place heavy objects on power cords. • Do not sharply bend, twist or pull on power cords. • Do not route power cords near heating equipment. • Do not attempt to repair the power adapter or cord.
Contents 1. MFP print Server Modes............................................................................................. 7 2 Using your All-In-One Printer................................................................................. 8 2.1 Printing.......................................................................................................................... 9 2.2 Scanning...........................................................................................................
1. MFP print server Modes The 1-Port MFP USB Wireless Print Server supports two modes: All-in-One MFP Server mode and MFP Server mode. Users can choose one of these modes to share all-in-one or other printer functions through the MFP print server. All-in-One MFP Server Mode The MFP print server can communicate with an all-in-one printer as if it were connected directly to your computer. This enables users to connect to the all-in-one for sharing print, scan, card reader and fax functions (if available).
2. Using Your All-in-one printer After you’ve followed the install wizard to finish the all-in-one installation, you’re able to start sharing print, scan, card reader and fax functions. To print a document, just follow the steps you normally would. To scan or read the memory card, follow the steps below. 1. On the desktop, go to Start, then All Programs; select “MFP Server Utilities\ MFP Manager.” 2. In “MFP Manager,” select the all-in-one printer you would like to use. 3.
NOTE: Once you’ve finished using the all-in-one printer, click “Disconnect” to release it. Other users can’t use the all-in-one printer until it’s released. 2.1 Printing The all-in-one printer will be added to “Printers and Faxes” after the printer is installed. You can select the printer for printing a document by following the usual steps.
Example: EPSON CX-8400/9400 Series Utilities Windows XP Scanning Utility 10 USING YOUR ALL-IN-ONE PRINTER
2.3 Reading Memory Cards You can read the files from a memory card through the MFP print server. 3. mfp manager 3.1 MFP Server List MFP Manager can automatically find the MFP print server in the network and show it in the MFP Server List. You can select an all-in-one printer and click “Connect” to use the printer as if you had directly connected the printer to your computer through a USB cable. MFP Manager also displays info about the connection status.
MFP Server List MFP Server List The MFP server list will list all the MFP servers within the network. You can find information about the MFP servers, including MFP server names, MAC IDs, IP addresses and the device that is connected to the MFP server. MFP Server/MFP When you click on an MFP server in the MFP server list, Information you’ll see the MFP server description and the Idle Timeout setting for that MFP server.
3.2 My Favorite You can add frequently used MFP print servers to the My Favorite list. The MFP print servers in the list will be added to the quick link list when you right-click the MFP server icon in the system tray. Refer to Section 3.4 to learn about the quick setup functions. My Favorite List My Favorite List MFP Server/MFP Information Refresh Connect The My Favorite list will list your favorite MFP servers.
3.3 Auto Connect List To let the system occupy the MFP server automatically when you want to print a document, you can add the all-in-one printer to your Auto Connect list. The system will send the printing jobs to the all-in-one printer when the MFP server is idle and is not being connected. When you install the all-in-one printer, the MFP server automatically enables the settings.
2. The MFP servers within the network will be displayed. Select the MFP server you’d like to add to the list. 3. Select the all-in-one printer that’s connected to the selected MFP server. Click “OK.” NOTE: In some cases, new printing jobs cannot be printed because the all-in-one printer is already disconnected. This causes unformatted messages to be printed out. “Keep connecting for 30 second(s) after printing has been finished (5-60)” is enabled by default to help avoid this kind of situation. 4.
Quick Setup Status Connect Disconnect Information The current status of the all-in-one printer will be displayed here. “Connected” indicates that you are connecting to the all-in-one printer. “Busy” indicates the all-in-one printer is being used. “Idle” indicates that the all-in-one printer is free to use by any users. If the all-in-one printer is free to use, “Connect” will be available. Otherwise it will be grayed out. Disconnect the selected all-in-one printer.
General Settings Run MFP Manager when Windows starts Minimized when starting MFP Manager Refresh status every xx seconds. (5–300) Your Contact Information Execute MFP Manager when Windows starts every time. By default, it is enabled. Minimize MFP Manager to an icon in the system tray when you start MFP Manager. By default, it is enabled. Set up the refresh interval for device status update. By default, it is enabled. Enter your contact information here.
4.2 Search for All Available MFP Servers To run the Server Manager configuration utility, click the Search icon (left) on the tool bar. The configuration utility will delay for several seconds because the utility is using the system’s available network protocols to search for all MFP servers on the network. All available MFP servers will be listed under “Server Group” on the left side of the screen. Select the MFP server you would like to configure from the list.
4.3 Status of the MFP Server Click the Status icon (left) on the tool bar. The status of the currently selected MFP server will be shown on the right side of the screen. The information about the MFP server includes MAC ID, model type, firmware version, status of each server port, IP address, subnet mask, default gateway and supported printing protocols. You can refresh the MFP server’s status by clicking the Refresh icon (left). You can restart the MFP server by clicking the Reboot icon (left).
4.4 Set Up the MFP Server Click the Setup icon (left) on the tool bar. The setup items of the currently selected MFP server will be shown on the right side of the screen. Double-click one of the icons to set up the selected MFP server. A screen will display to verify the username and password of the MFP server. The default values: Username = admin; Password = 1234. NOTE: When you’ve finished with the settings, click the Reboot icon (left) to re-start the MFP server to let the settings take effect.
4.5 General Configuration Double-click the General icon to display the login window, then enter your username and password. The default values: Username = admin; Password = 1234. After entering the username and password, the General configuration screen (above) will display, presenting basic MFP server information. You can configure the server name, username and password here. Server Name is the name of the MFP server.
4.6 TCP/IP Configuration Double-click the TCP/IP icon to display the TCP/IP configuration screen. You can configure the MFP server to automatically get an IP address from a DHCP server or manually specify a static IP address. The MFP server also has a built-in DHCP server, which you can enable manage the IP address for you. IP Address Assignment If you need the MFP server to automatically get an IP address from a DHCP server, select “Auto IP.
4.7 System Configuration Double-click the System icon to display the System configuration screen, where you can see all available printing protocols and upgrade the firmware. Port Name: You can name the port the MFP server connects to. The default port name is ‘’p1.’’ Upgrade Firmware: You can use this Upgrade Firmware tool to upload the newest firmware for the MFP server. Click and select the correct firmware in your PC.
• “Enable” activates the wireless function only: The MFP server’s wireless LAN will be enabled and Ethernet will be disabled. • “Disable” de-activates the wireless function: The MFP server’s wireless LAN will be disabled and Ethernet will be enabled. Domain Country: The wireless channels vary from country to country. Generally, the channels are from 1 to 11 in the U.S. and from 1 to 13 in Europe. The operating channel will be set at the factory.
The table will list the available access points near the MFP server. Select an access point on the list and click “Next.” If you can’t find the access point that you want to use, click “Scan” to let the MFP server scan again. The 1-Port MFP USB Wireless Print Server supports WEP, WPA-PSK and WPA2PSK security modes. Make a selection from the Security Mode drop-down menu, then follow the corresponding procedure below to implement your chosen mode.
You can select “64 bit” or “128 bit” length and “Hexadecimal” or “ASCII” format for the encryption key. A longer key length can provide stronger security, but lower the communication performance. PassPhrase: This entry simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for the MFP server. This setting is only valid when the security mode is in “WEP(HEX).” Key 1 to Key 4: Enter four key values by following the rules below and select one key as the default key.
WPA-PSK & WPA2-PSK Security Modes Both “WPA-PSK” and “WPA2-PSK” require that you select advanced encryption methods — i.e., TKIP or AES — and enter a set of keys. TKIP: Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) changes the temporal key every 10,000 packets, ensuring much greater security than standard WEP security. AES: Developed to ensure the highest degree of security and authenticity for digital information, this is the most advanced solution defined by IEEE 802.11i for security in a wireless network.
You can choose to let the MFP server automatically obtain IP settings with DHCP Client or manually assign the IP settings. If you manually assign the IP settings, enter the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway address (as shown above). When you finish configuring the IP settings, click “Next” to display the Setup Status Summary screen (below) and confirm the IP address configuration. Click “Save” to save the wireless configuration. 4.
4.10 Report Click the Report icon (left) on the tool bar to display the Report screen. This lists basic information about all available MFP servers on the network, including the device name, MAC ID, model type and firmware version. 5. Web Management 5.1 Introduction The MFP server can be configured and managed on the Web. Through the local area network, or even the Internet, the administrator can easily configure and manage the MFP server’s various main functions in a browser.
5.3 Device Status 5.3.1 System Status System Information includes device name, MFP server name, model type, firmware version, MAC address, wireless configuration and the protocols enabled status. 5.3.2 Printer Status This screen lists information and status of the all-in-one printer or the printer connected to the MFP server port. The status conditions — detailed below — are “Connected,” ”Ready,” “Off Line” or “Paper Out.” Connected: A user has clicked “Connect” in the MFP Manager utility.
computer and the all-in-one printer are connected. Ready: The printer is not connected to a user and is ready to use. Off Line: The printer is not connected to the MFP server through a USB cable, or it is turned off. Paper Out: The printer is not connected to a user and is out of paper. 5.3.3 TCP/IP Status This screen lists all TCP/IP settings of the MFP server, including the IP address, subnet mask and gateway. It also can tell whether the DHCP server is on or off. 5.
MFP Server Name: The name of the MFP server, which you can use to identify the MFP server when you’re searching by using by the Server Manager utilities. PORT Name: The name of the port which MFP server plugs into. The default port name is “p1.” 5.4.1.2 Admin Password You can also change the administrator’s name and password on this screen. MFP Server Name: The name of the MFP server, which you can use to identify the MFP server when you’re searching by using by the Server Manager utilities.
TCP/IP Printing (LPR/IPP/RAW): The MFP server supports the TCP/IP network protocol and LPR/IPP/RAW printing protocols. By default, these protocols are enabled. 5.4.2 Wireless If you want to use the MFP server through a wireless LAN, set up the MFP server through Ethernet first and make sure your wireless LAN setting is correct. After setting the wireless LAN, unplug the Ethernet cable and restart the MFP server. Then you can start to use the MFP server through the wireless LAN.
ESSID: The unique name identified in a wireless LAN. The ID prevents any unintentional merging of two co-located WLANs. Make sure that the ESSIDs of all stations and access points in the same WLAN network are the same. Channel Number: “Auto” adjusts it automatically; “Enable” lets you set it manually. 5.4.2.1 Site Survey You can use the Site Survey screen to search for available access points in your location.
Key Length: Choose “64-bit” to use WEP with 64-bit key length encryption or choose “128-bit” to use WEP with 128-bit key length encryption. The longer key length can provide better security but a reduced transmission throughput. Key Format: You can select ASCII characters (alphanumeric format) or hexadecimal digits (in the “A-F,” “a-f” and “0-9” range) to be the WEP key. Passphrase: This simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for the MFP server.
WPA2-PSK Mode Security Mode TKIP: Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) changes the temporal key every 10,000 packets, ensuring much greater security than standard WEP security. Pre-shared Key Format: Select the type of pre-shared key: Passphrase (8 to 63 alphanumerical characters) or Hex (64 characters (in the “A-F,” “a-f” and “0-9” ranges). WPA Pre-Shared Key: Enter 8 to 63 digits in ASCII format to be the key for authentication within the network.
You can configure the MFP Server to automatically get an IP address from the DHCP server or manually specify a static IP address. If you need the MFP server to automatically get an IP address from a DHCP server, select “Enable Obtain TCP/IP Settings Automatically (Use DHCP/ BOOTP).” You also can select “Disable Use the following TCP/IP Settings” to manually assign an IP address, subnet mask and gateway for the MFP server. 5.4.
5.5.2 Upgrade Firmware Browse... You can upgrade new firmware for this MFP server on this screen. Click “Browse” to select the new firmware, then click “OK.” The firmware will be updated within a few minutes. NOTE: Be aware that if you have started upgrading firmware, you need to follow all the upgrading steps or the MFP server can’t return to its normal configuration. 6. lpr printing LPR (Line Printer Remote) printing allows users to connect to printers via TCP/IP for print sharing.
1. On the desktop, go to Start, then Settings. Select “Printers and Faxes.” 2. Click “Add a Printer.” 3. When the Add Printer Wizard screen displays, click “Next.” 4. Select “Local Printer attached to this computer” and click “Next.
5. Choose “Create a new port” and “Standard TCP/IP Port.” Click “Next.” 6. Make sure that the MFP server and the all-in-one printer (or other printer) is turned on and connected to the network correctly before you continue. Click “ Next.” 7. Enter the IP address of the MFP server in the “Printer Name or IP Address” field. Click “Next.
8. Select “Custom” and click “Settings.” When you’ve finished the settings in Step 9, click “Next” to continue. 9. Select “LPR” and enter “p1” in the “Queue Name” field, then click “OK.” By default, the queue name of the MFP server is “p1.
10. Click “Finish.” 11. Select the manufacturer and the printer model and click “Next.” If your printer is not on the list, click “Have Disk…” to install the driver of the printer. After installation, the printer model will be added to the list.
12. Choose whether or not to set the printer as the default printer. Click “Next.” 13. Choose to print a test page or not. Click “Next.
14. You have successfully added the network printer to the PC. The information for the printer is displayed on the screen. Click “Finish.” NOTE: In Windows Vista, you need to close the “Bi-directional” function for better compatibility with some printers. On the desktop, go to Start and Settings, then select “Printers.” On the Printers screen, right-click the printer and select “Properties.” On the Properties screen, disable the bi-directional support. 7.
3. When the Add Printer Wizard screen displays, click “Next.” 4. Select “Local Printer attached to this computer” and click “Next.
5. Choose “Create a new port” and “Standard TCP/IP Port.” Click “Next.” 6. Make sure that the MFP server and the all-in-one printer (or other printer) are turned on and connected to the network correctly before you continue. Click “Next.
7. Enter the IP address of the MFP server in the “Printer Name or IP Address” field. Click “Next.” 8. Select “Custom” and click “Settings.” When you’ve finished the settings in Step 9, click “Next” to continue.
9. Select “RAW” and then click “OK.” 10. Click “Finish.
11. Select the manufacturer and the printer model and click “Next.” If your printer is not in the list, click “Have Disk…” to install the driver of the printer. After installation, the printer model will be added to the list. 12. Choose whether or not to set the printer as the default printer. Click “Next.” 13. Choose whether or not to print a test page. Click “Next.
14. You’ve added the network printer to the PC successfully. The information for the printer is displayed on the screen. Click “Finish.” . 8. ipp printing 8.1 Introduction IPP (Internet Printing Protocol) printing provides a convenient way of remote printing service using TCP/IP. The MFP server can support IPP printing in Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003 by default. By using IPP printing, you can share the printer with all the PCs that can access the MFP server through the IP address.
3. When the “Add Printer Wizard” screen displays, click “Next.” 4. Select “A network printer, or a printer attached to another computer.” Click “Next.
5. Select “Connect to a printer on the Internet or on a home or office network” and enter the URL of the MFP server. The URL format is “http://IP:631/Port Name.” The IP address should be the MFP server’s IP address. The number 631 is the IPP standard port number. “Port Name” is the port name of the MFP server that your printer is connected to. The default port name is “p1.” One example of the URL is http://192.168.2.2:631/p1. After entering the URL of the MFP server, click “Next.” 6.
7. Choose whether or not to set the printer as the default printer. Click “Next.” 8. You’ve added the network printer to the PC successfully. The information for the printer is displayed on the screen. Click “Finish.
9. MFP server Installation with MAC OS LPR (Line Printer Remote) printing allows Macintosh computers to connect to printers via TCP/IP. LPR printing can be set up on any Macintosh with version 9.x or above. 9.1 Mac 10.4.x 1. Open “Print and Fax” from System Preferences. 2. With the Printing tab selected, click “Add.” 3. When the printer browser opens, select “IP Printer.” 4. On the IP Printer screen, make the following entries/selections. • Protocol: Select “Line Printer Daemon - LPD.
3. Click “Set Up Printers….” 4. Click “Add” to add the new MFP server through TCP/IP.
5. On the Printer List screen, make the following entries/ selections. • Printer Type: LPD/LPR • Printer Address: Enter the IP address of the MFP server. • Queue Name: Enter “p1.” • Printer Model: Select the printer attached to the MFP server. Click “Add” to continue. 6. The MFP server is completely installed. You can see it in the Printer List. 7. You can print a file to check that the MFP server is installed successfully.
10. troubleshooting Below are several questions and situations that may arise during your installation or use of the 1-Port MFP USB Wireless Print Server, with accompanying answers and suggested solutions. The MFP server can’t be found even after searching with MFP Manager. • Check that the power adapter and the network cable are properly connected to the MFP server. • Check that the LAN and Ready LEDs are on. • Check that the IP address of the MFP server is in the same network segment as your computer.
I can’t use the all-in-one printer to scan, print, use the card reader or fax a file even when I’ve followed the instructions in the manual. • Attach the all-in-one printer to a PC directly and make sure it is operating correctly. My computer has installed a firewall, and the MFP server can’t work normally. • Some firewalls — for example, the Network Access Manager firewall program installed with the nVidia network card — may block the communication between the MFP server and your computer.
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