Belkin F1U119 user manual Introduction, Old Style

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Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Reversible Parallel AutoSwitch! With the Reversible Parallel AutoSwitch, sharing one printer between four PCs, or having one PC select from four printers is easier than ever - no more swapping cables, turning knobs, or pushing buttons.

In forward mode, the AutoSwitch allows sharing of one printer among four computers. The AutoSwitch polls each port constantly, waiting for a computer to request access to the printer. Once the AutoSwitch detects a computer wanting to print, it will automatically lock onto that PCs port, and provide communication to the printer. When no more data is being transferred after the time-out period, the switch will return to scanning both ports.

The AutoSwitch can also be reversed, allowing one computer to select between four printers. For instance, you can easily switch between two laser and two ink jet printers from any application. The included software creates special virtual ports which give you printer selection capability from any Windows® 95 or 98 application.

The Reversible Parallel AutoSwitch will open a world of printing possibilities, unparalleled by any device on the market today in price and performance.

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COM Port

Old Style

Port C

Port D Port C

Port B Port A

Port B Port A

Port E Port D

Power Jack	DIP
9VDC, 300mA Select Button	Switches

Power Jack	Manual	DIP
9VDC, 300mA	Slide Switch	Switches

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