
1 Introduction
Overview
This chapter introduces you to the PrintNet™ architecture and special features, as well as providing information on installation and configuration tools.
What is the PrintNet?
The PrintNet print server allows you to attach printers on a local area network (LAN) rather than attaching them directly to a host system. Following simple configuration steps, these peripherals can be simultaneously shared with users on the network whether you are using TCP/IP, NetBIOS over TCP/IP, or IPX (Novell®).
The PrintNet package contains a network interface card to attach itself and the printer to the network.
What Special Features are Available?
The PrintNet offers an extensive list of features including:
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•availability of printer manager software
•a detailed and
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