Novell/NetWare parameters

Table 8-10 IPX/SPX configuration information

	Message	Description

	STATUS	Current IPX/SPX protocol status.
		READY Print server is awaiting data.
		DISABLED Manually disabled.
		INITIALIZING Registering the node address or name. An additional status message
		might also displayed.
		An error code and message is displayed if the print server is not ready. For more
		information, see Table 8-14 Error messages on page 150.

	PRIMARY FRAME TYPE	Frame type selection.
		AUTO SELECT Automatically sense and limit to the first one detected.
		EN_8023 Limit to IPX over IEEE 802.3 frames. All others are counted and discarded.
		EN_II Limit to IPX over Ethernet frames. All others are counted and discarded.
		EN_8022 Limit to IPX over IEEE 802.2 with IEEE 802.3 frames. All others are counted
		and discarded.
		EN_SNAP Limit to IPX over SNAP with IEEE 802.3 frames. All others are counted and
		discarded.

	NETWORK	Network column specifies the network number associated with a protocol frame type
	FRAME TYPE	used for communication between a server and the HP Jetdirect print server.
	FRAME TYPE	UNKNOWN Determining which network number to use.
		UNKNOWN Determining which network number to use.
	RCVD	Frame Type column identifies the frame type used with the associated network

		number: EN_8023, EN_8022, EN_II, EN_SNAP. Unless a specific frame type is
		manually set, the print server automatically determines the protocol frame type by
		listening to the network data. DISABLED Frame type for that network is manually
		configured.
		RCVD column displays the packets received for each frame type.

Information in this section of the HP Jetdirect configuration page is described in Table 8-11 Novell/ NetWare configuration information on page 148. For error messages, see Table 8-14 Error messages on page 150.

Table 8-11 Novell/NetWare configuration information

Message	Description

STATUS	Current Novell NetWare configuration status.
	READY Print server is awaiting data.
	DISABLED Manually disabled.
	INITIALIZING Registering the node address or name. Additional status messages might
	be displayed.
	An error code and message is displayed if the print server is not ready. For more
	information, see Table 8-14 Error messages on page 150.

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ew2500 802.11b/g Print Server specifications

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Security is another critical aspect of the HP ew2500's functionality. The print server supports robust encryption protocols, including WEP and WPA, ensuring that data transmitted over the network remains secure from unauthorized access. This feature is particularly important in office environments where sensitive information may be printed frequently.

Overall, the HP ew2500 802.11b/g Print Server is an efficient and reliable solution for enabling wireless printing capabilities in a business setting. Its combination of high-speed wireless connectivity, broad printer compatibility, user-friendly setup, and essential security features makes it an excellent choice for organizations looking to enhance their printing infrastructure. Whether in an office or a home environment, the ew2500 provides the functionality and convenience necessary to meet modern printing demands efficiently.

HP ew2500 802.11b/g Print Server Novell/NetWare parameters, 10 IPX/SPX configuration information

Models: ew2500 802.11b/g Print Server

Table 8-10 IPX/SPX configuration information

Message

STATUS

PRIMARY FRAME TYPE

FRAME TYPE

RCVD