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Visual Feedback – How do I know what port I am on?

When the Bitronics switch is in its normal scanning mode, the LEDs are moving back and forth across the computer ports. To see the software in action, simply press the COMPUTER button so you can see a computer port’s connection. Press the COMPUTER port until the LEDs around 1 are lit up, and you will see which device port it is currently connected to. If it is in File Transfer mode, the computer port LEDs are green, and neither device port LEDs will be lit. Then, click on the Bitronics software icon in the taskbar and change ports. You will see the LED of the Bitronics switch to the port you chose.

Using any other parallel device (not printers or mass storage devices) with a printer

When dealing with other parallel port devices, they are set as Scanners in the Settings (step 7 above). Examples of these are scanners, parallel port cameras, and tape drives. When you need access to this device, simply single-click on the Bitronics system tray icon, and select the device you wish to use. A check mark will appear showing which device is connected. For example, we have a scanner and a printer on the Bitronics switch:

You will be connected to the scanner device indefinitely. But let us say you wish to print to the InkJet printer, the software will again automatically switch to the port that has the printer and send the print job. However, the switch will remain connected to the printer - it will not change back to the Scanner, unlike the mass storage device mentioned previously. This means that you have to use this method to switch to the scanner each time you need to use it.

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Belkin F1U128, P73046 user manual Visual Feedback How do I know what port I am on?

F1U128, P73046 specifications

The Belkin P73046, also known as the F1U128, represents an innovative stride in connectivity and digital interaction, offering a versatile and highly functional solution for users seeking reliability and efficiency. This product is designed to cater to the evolving needs of digital users, combining essential features with cutting-edge technology.

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