HP ew2500 802.11b/g Print Server Auth-type, Server-auth, Svr-auth-user, Svr-auth-pass, Encryption

Models: ew2500 802.11b/g Print Server

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Table 3-3Telnet Commands and Parameters (continued)

auth-type

Link-based authentication method for the print server (before network use is allowed).

 

Open (default): Use open system authentication if your wireless network does not require

 

authentication for network use. However, your network might use WEP encryption keys for

 

data security.

 

Shared_Key: Use shared key authentication if your network requires that each device be

 

configured with the same secret WEP key for network use.

 

Selecting Shared_Key is not valid with the wpa-auth-typecommand when setting

 

WPA-PSK authentication.

 

 

server-auth

Use server-based authentication.

 

EAP_TLS: Use EAP-TLS authentication.

 

LEAP: Use LEAP authentication.

 

NONE (default): Do not use server-based authentication.

 

PEAP: Use PEAP authentication.

 

 

svr-auth-user

802.1x server authentication user identity. Enter up to 128 characters.

 

 

svr-auth-pass

Server authentication password. Enter up to 128 characters.

 

 

svr-auth-id

Server authentication ID, using the form: [<server(host name string)] The default value is

 

RIGHT_MOST.

 

 

wpa-auth-type

WPA-PSK authentication and dynamic wi-fi protected access (WPA) encryption. WPA-PSK

 

provides enhanced authentication on networks where an authentication server is not used.

 

(Not compatible with the shared key authentication option in the auth-typecommand.)

 

NONE: WPA-PSK authentication is not used.

 

PSK: Selects WPA-PSK authentication. A pre-shared key provides device authentication

 

and is generated when you specify a network passphrase through the psk-passphrase

 

command.

 

 

psk-passphrase

Passphrase used to generate a network pre-shared key. A passphrase must be from 8 to

 

63 ASCII characters in the hexadecimal range 21 through 7E (characters 0–9, a–z, A–Z

 

and numerous special characters including !, @, #, $, %, ^, &, (, ), _, +, =, −, {, }, [, ],

 

\, /, “, <, >, ?, “, ‘, ~).

 

 

encryption

Use encryption. 0 (default): Disable. 1: Enable.

 

 

wep-key-method

Format for WEP key entry. WEP key entries must be of the proper length.

 

ASCII (default): Use alphanumeric ASCII characters (0–9, a–z, A–Z). For 40/64-bit

 

encryption, enter 5 characters. For 104/128-bit encryption, enter 13 characters. ASCII

 

entries are case-sensitive.

 

HEX: Use hexadecimal digits (0–9, a–f, A–F). For 40/64-bit encryption, enter10

 

hexadecimal digits. For 104/128-bit encryption, enter 26 hexadecimal digits. HEX entries

 

are not case-sensitive.

 

 

IPv4 configuration

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HP ew2500 802.11b/g Print Server manual Auth-type, Server-auth, Svr-auth-user, Svr-auth-pass, Svr-auth-id, Wpa-auth-type

ew2500 802.11b/g Print Server specifications

The HP ew2500 802.11b/g Print Server is a versatile printing solution designed to streamline the printing process within a wireless network environment. Specifically geared towards small to medium-sized offices, this print server provides seamless integration for various printers and enhances accessibility across multiple devices.

One of the main features of the HP ew2500 is its adherence to the 802.11b/g wireless standards, offering high-speed wireless connectivity with a maximum data rate of up to 54 Mbps. This ensures efficient data transmission, allowing users to print from anywhere within the wireless range without the hassle of tangled cables or limited port access. The print server supports both infrastructure and ad-hoc wireless networking modes, making it flexible for diverse networking environments.

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The HP ew2500 is designed with user-friendly features. The easy setup process allows users to configure the server using a straightforward web interface, which can be accessed from any network-enabled device. This simplicity reduces the time required for installation and eliminates the need for extensive technical knowledge.

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.

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