Linksys WPS11 manual Configuring Wireless PrintServer Using Web-based Utility, Printer

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Figure 6-3

Instant Wireless™ Series

Chapter 6: Configuring the

Wireless PrintServer Using the

Web-based Utility

Accessing the Web-based Utility

You can use the Wireless PrintServer’s built-in Web-based Utility to configure the Wireless PrintServer. In order to open the Utility, follow the instructions below.

Open your web browser and type http:// followed by the Wireless PrintServer’s IP address in the browser’s Address box. Use the Bi-Admin soft- ware to find the IP address. Press Enter.

Figure 6-1

If you set up a password in Bi-Admin, then the Password Screen will appear next. If not, then you will see the Configure Server screen. Leave the User Name field blank. The Password field will be blank as well. If you want to password pro- tect the Wireless PrintServer, enter a password now. If you don’t want to be required to enter this password every time you log on, check the box next to Save this password in your password list. This will automatically log you in when you return to this page. (If you change your password, the automatic login will not work until you save the new password over the old one.) If you decide to enter a password, do so and click the OK button. Otherwise, just click the OK button.

Figure 6-2

Wireless PrintServer

The Server Page

When the Configure

Server screen appears,

enter the Wireless

PrintServer name (SC0222CC is the example shown in Figure 6-3).Then enter your password (if you created one) into the Device Password field and type it again in the Verify Password field to confirm it. Check all boxes that apply to your network next to the

Enable area under Protocols. Generally, AppleTalk is only for Macintosh net- works. If you are unsure, however, you may check all boxes. This option, while giving you the greatest chance of connection, increases network traffic. Once you’ve made all your choices, click the Save button. Then click the Reset button to apply your changes.

The Printer Page

Click the Printers

tab to open the

Printer Status screen. On this screen, you will be able to see the sta- tus of any printers connected to the Wireless Print- Server. You can also test the print- ers by clicking the

Print Test Page button correspon-

ding to the printer

Figure 6-4

 

you want to test.

 

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Contents Wireless PrintServer Copyright & Trademarks Table of Contents Introduction Instant Wireless PrintServerFeatures Package ContentsGetting to Know the Wireless PrintServer Wireless PrintServer’s LEDsWireless PrintServer’s Ports Overview Hardware InstallationFinding the Wireless PrintServer’s Default Name Connecting the Wireless PrintServer to Your NetworkWindows Driver Setup Autorun Bi-Admin Management Utility InstallationAt this point, you must have Installing the Wireless PrintServer’s Drivers Double-click the Print Driver Setup shortcut icon Instant Wireless Series Starting the Bi-Admin Management Utility Bi-Admin PrintServer ManagementUsing Bi-Admin Bi-Admin Help FilesExiting Bi-Admin Application Exit Icon Restoring Factory Default Setting the Wireless PrintServer’s IP AddressAttaching Bi-Admin to a Remote Linksys PrintServer Resetting the Wireless PrintServerPrinter Configuring Wireless PrintServer Using Web-based UtilityAccessing the Web-based Utility ServerTCP/IP WirelessAdvanced Properties StatusAppleTalk Logical Printers Internet PrintingSnmp NetBEUIManagement Stations Windows IPP Client SetupInternet Printing Protocol IPP GeneralChanging the IPP Port Settings Installation is now completeIPP Client Setup for Windows 2000 and XP IPP printer is now ready for use Using IPP Printers Dhcp Support for the Wireless PrintServerAppendix B About Bi-Directional Printing Appendix a TroubleshootingHardware Issues General Printing IssuesAppendix D Glossary Appendix C About the Wireless PrintServer’s SoftwareInstant Wireless Series Instant Wireless Series Instant Wireless Series Appendix F Environmental Appendix E SpecificationsSales Information Appendix G Warranty InformationTechnical Support RMA Issues Fax Appendix H Contact InformationCopyright 2002 Linksys, All Rights Reserved
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WPS11 specifications

The Linksys WPS11 is a wireless print server that revolutionized the way users can connect and share printers in a home or office environment. As one of the fundamental products from Linksys, a leader in networking solutions, the WPS11 stands out for its ease of use and compatibility with various printers.

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