Digi MIL-3000FTX manual First Time Users, Installation Requirements, 0040c8XXXXXX

1.5First Time Users

1.Physically install FastPort to the network.

a.Connect the device to the printer(s) it will be servicing.

b.Print a test page by putting the DIP switches in “test page” mode.

2.Write down the FastPort twelve digit hardware address (MAC address). The number is located on a label on the underside of the unit, as well as on the test page just printed (for example,

00:40:c8:XX:XX:XX).

3.Using the information in the hardware manual, set the DIP switches in

anormal printing mode and power up the unit.

4.Check FastPort’s LEDs to verify that the unit is functioning on the network.

5.Locate the type of driver on the CD-ROM for your operating systems where the installation will be performed (e.g., MS Windows, UNIX, NetWare, or MAC).

6.Turn to the specific chapter in this document for the specific network operating system and continue installation.

7.Configure FastPort to be managed by FastManage.

1.6Installation Requirements

Before installing FastPort, make sure you have the following:

•A MIL-3000FTX series of FastPort print servers

•Use a switchable power supply. For the USA, set at 120 VAC

•Appropriate Ethernet cabling (CAT 5)

•Serial or parallel printer(s) with the proper cabling. FastPort is shipped with a 3 ft. parallel port cable

•Four rubber feet to keep the print server from sliding. These are also included in the packaging

MIL-3000FTX Series of FastPort Print Servers 1-3