File Transfer Mode:

When you are using the AF-241 or the AF-142 in 2 to 1 mode you are able to activate the File transfer mode of these devices. You select file transfer mode by pressing the button on top of the unit until both LED’s are constantly on. By activating the file transfer mode you will be able to not only share files, but peripherals as well. However, you will need some additional software assistance such as Interlnk/Intersrv of DOS, or FastLynx of Rupp Corp. In Windows 95 you may also use the Direct Cable Connection in the networking options. However, this requires that have Direct Cable Connection installed,also you must install the IPX/SPX network protocol, file and print sharing must be enabled, and at least one folder must be shared.

1 to 2 mode (for AF-142 ONLY!)

With the AF-142 in 1 to 2 mode you can select what printer you wish to print to, Or if all the printers attached to the Auto Switch are identical you can print to all of them at the same time. To tell which port is selected check for the lighted LED. When a port is selected the corresponding LED will illuminate and, if you are in broadcast mode all the LED’s will illuminate to show that the print job is going to all connected printers.

Selecting the printer manually:

The selected port (when using the manual controls) will shift to the next higher port each time you press the button. For example if you are currently on PORT A, pushing the button will shift you to PORT B, If you are on PORT B pressing the button will take you to PORT D. Below is the order in which the ports are selected by using the button. (NOTE: If your Auto Switch is not on PORT A when you start, the cycle will begin with your current port and continue along the pattern)

PORT A → PORT B → Broadcast Mode → (Back to) PORT A

Selecting the printer through software controls:

If you are operating is a DOS environment you can use the Hot Key commands to change the printer port that you are printing to. In a Windows environment you will use the AS Ware Icon to select which port you will be printing from.

NOTE: The Hot Keys ONLY function in DOS. They do not work in Windows.

About the Software

The software allows you to directly select any PORT, or select all PORTS at once in broadcast mode. This software ONLY needs to be installed when you are using the AF-142 in 1 to 2 mode. The AF- 241 and the AF-142 in 2 to 1 mode do not require any software drivers as they are fully automatic. For additional information on this software please view the READ.ME file included on the driver diskette.

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Additional Products in this Series:

AF-152, AF-251, AS-8154B, AS-8451B, AS-8144B and the AS-8441B