Adding a Second PrintraNet Destination

TROY Group 802.11b manual Adding a Second PrintraNet Destination

5.Select Local Printer or My Computer (not Network Printer) when you are asked how the printer is connected to your computer.

6.You will also need to know the following

-The manufacturer and model of the printer at the remote site (for example, Hewlett-Packard LaserJet 5). In some cases, you will need to provide a disk with the appropriate printer driver.

-The name of the PrintraNet port that you defined for the remote EtherWind print server in step 3 (PNET1 by default).

7.With PrintraNet 2.0, you can also:

-Click on the Address Book button to configure other remote destinations. This capability lets you send print jobs to more than one destination with- out having to create a separate printer for each destination.

-Select the partial E-mail printing option to break up the print job into sev- eral small E-mail messages. This allows PrintraNet to work with mail servers that restrict the size of incoming E-mail messages.

8.Select No when asked if you want to print a test page, unless you have already configured the remote EtherWind print server to receive PrintraNet print jobs.

You have now finished installing the PrintraNet software. If you have only one E- mail printer, go to Step 2, Configuring the Remote EtherWInd Print Server.

You should not re-run the install program to add a new E-Mail printer port. Instead, press the Start button, select Settings, and open the Printers window. Click on the icon of a PrintraNet printer, select File from the menu bar, and then choose Properties. Click on the Details tab (or Ports tab) and push the Add Port button.

In the Add Port dialog, select the Other radio button and then "PrintraNet Port". Click on OK and it will give you the Port Name dialog (like in the install program). Any unique name can be given here as long as it starts with "PNET" and another port does not already exist with the same name. Then enter the port settings as described in step 3 of the Installing the Software on a Windows PC at the Local Site section.

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802.11b specifications

TROY Group 802.11b is a significant advancement in wireless networking technology, introduced in the late 1990s. Operating within the 2.4 GHz frequency band, 802.11b provided users with robust connectivity and established a foundation for future wireless standards. This protocol marked a transition from wired networking to wireless, enabling greater mobility and flexibility for users.

One of the main features of the 802.11b standard is its data transmission rate, which supports speeds of up to 11 Mbps. While this may seem modest by today’s standards, it was a groundbreaking achievement at the time. The 802.11b technology utilized Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) modulation, which allowed multiple data streams to coexist with minimal interference. This was crucial in environments with numerous wireless devices.

Security was another important consideration, and 802.11b incorporated Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) for data protection. WEP attempted to secure wireless transmissions by encrypting data packets, although it was later found to have vulnerabilities. Nevertheless, it was a starting point for securing wireless communication until more robust security protocols, such as WPA and WPA2, were developed.

The compatibility of 802.11b with earlier standards like 802.11 meant that devices could be mixed and matched, allowing for a smooth transition to wireless networks. With a typical range of around 100 to 300 feet, it was suitable for various environments, from homes to offices. In addition, the protocol facilitated peer-to-peer networking, allowing devices to communicate directly without the need for an access point.

In terms of hardware, 802.11b required compatible wireless network interface cards (NICs) and access points. These devices were increasingly integrated into laptops and desktops, leading to widespread adoption and the growing popularity of wireless networking in everyday life.

In conclusion, TROY Group 802.11b laid the groundwork for modern wireless communication. Its features, including data rates of up to 11 Mbps, DSSS modulation, and initial security measures like WEP, made it a pioneer in the industry. Although it has been succeeded by faster and more secure protocols, the legacy of 802.11b lives on as a crucial development in the evolution of wireless technology, setting the stage for the high-speed and secure connections that users enjoy today.