BroMax Communications WR251 Wireless Print Server User Manual Manual

BroMax Communications Inc Wireless Print Server Manual

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Wireless Print ServerLPV2-WS11GCUser’s Manual
Using this ManualThis section explains the symbols and signs used in this manual.SymbolsCaution Items to which you must pay attention when handling the product. Failure to follow this markmay result in personal injury and/or damage to the equipment.Note Supplementary information you should know for handling the product.Reference Refers to a related subject page.• Text in bold indicates the names of menu options, buttons, text boxes, check boxes, software, dialog boxes, etc., that you can select to perform operations.• A personal computer with the BUFFALO Wireless LAN Card installed is called the Wireless LAN PC.• The following terminology is used in this manual to distinguish between an Ethernet 10/100BASE-T LAN and a Wireless LAN.Ethernet LAN: A LAN connected by cablesWireless LAN: A LAN connected by radio signalThe preceding terminology is strictly for use in this manual for the sake of convenience and should not be construed as generally accepted terminology outside this context.• The personal computer to be used to change the LPV2-WS11GC settings is referred to as the Setting PC.All rights for this manual are owned by BUFFALO. No part of it may be transmitted, reproduced or revised withoutexpressed permission from BUFFALO.The names of other products used in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks. Trademark symbols , , are not indicated in this manual.Specifications, designs and other descriptions in this manual are subject to change without notice.This manual has been carefully prepared, however, feel free to contact your nearest sales representative if you haveany questions or problems.In addition, please note that BUFFALO. shall not be liable for any expenses incurred due to damage or loss arisingfrom use of the LPV2-WS11GC, even though BUFFALO has been advised of the possibility of such damage.
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction) 3For your safety, be sure to follow the instructionsgiven below.Follow the instructions below to avoid harming yourself, other people and property, and to ensuresafe use of the product. For your, others and property safety be sure to read, understand and follow the instructions givenbelow thoroughly before using the product. This manual contains instructions concerning generaloperation of the computer to which the product is connected in addition to those concerning theproduct itself.Please take note that our warranty will not cover any failures and problems of the computer, anylosses and failures of data, or failures and problems of the product caused by misuse.Signs and symbols used in this manualWarning signs:Symbols: WARNINGThe instructions with this sign indicate prohibited actions. Failure to fol-low the instructions shown with this sign may result in death or seriousinjury to the user. CAUTION Failure to follow the instructions shown with this sign may result ininjury to the user or property damage.This indicates warnings and cautions. (Ex. Exercise care to avoid an electric shock.)This indicates prohibiting actions. (Ex. Do not disassemble.)This indicates what must be done. (Ex. Disconnect the plug from the outlet.)WARNINGStronglyrecommendedFollow the warning and caution instructions which are issued by the PC andperipheral manufactures.ProhibitDo not attempt to disassemble or repair the LPV2-WS11GC.This may result in fire or electric shock.StronglyrecommendedInstall this product away from children.Failure to do so may result in injury.
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction)4ProhibitDo not handle the equipment with wet hands while the power supply cable isconnected to the AC socket.This may result in electric shock.Unplug the power supplyIf you see smoke or smell strange or hear noise from the device unplug thepower.Using the device continuously may result in a short circuit, fire, or electric shock. Con-sult your dealer immediately.Unplug the power supplyIf the product is dropped or subjected to severe shock, unplug the power.Using the device continuously may result in a short circuit, fire, or electric shock. Con-sult your dealer immediately.Unplug the power supplyIf liquid or foreign matter enters the equipment, unplug the power.Using the device continuously may result in a short circuit, fire, or electric shock. Con-sult your dealer immediately.ProhibitDo not damage, process, overheat or attempt to repair the power supply cable,as this may result in fire or electric shock.• When installing this product, do not crimp the power supply cable.• Do not place heavy objects on the power supply cable, or pull the cable.• Do not place the power supply cable close to heat sources, or overheat the cable.• When removing the power supply cable, be sure to remove it by holding the plug.• Do not bend the cable too much.• Do not move this product with the power supply cable still connected.• If the power supply cable is damaged, replace it.StronglyrecommendedUse this product under supervision and guidance of an adult when a small childuses.StronglyrecommendedInsert the AC adapter into the AC socket firmly.Using this product without the AC adapter firmly inserted may cause a short circuit,overheating, fire or electric shock.StronglyrecommendedBe sure to use the Power Cable (AC adapter) provided.Using other Power cable (including internal connections) and AC adapter may causefumes or fire due to incompatible voltage or terminal polarity.
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction) 5CAUTIONStronglyrecommendedTo prevent damage due to the static electricity touch a metal object such as adoor handle or metal window before touching the device.Static electricity may result in damage to the equipment.StronglyrecommendedFor usage of the PC and peripheral, refer to the product manual.StronglyrecommendedRemove the dust from all connectors.Dust may result in failure in performance.ProhibitDo not locate this product in the following locations. Doing so may result in elec-tric shock or fire, or may adversely affect this product.• Locations with strong magnetic fields or static electricity (may result in failure)• Locations prone to vibration (may result in injury or damage)• Locations that are not level (may result in injury or damage)• Locations in direct sunlight (may result in failure or deformation)• Locations close to fire, or subject to heating (may result in failure or deformation)• Locations with water leakage or current may result in failure or electric shock• Locations with excessive dust (may result in failure)ProhibitUsing the device with different voltages, such as overseas, may result in a shortcircuit, smoke, or fire.Plug into only 120 VAC(US)/100-240VAC(EU) power supply.StronglyrecommendedBe careful not to get your body caught on the cables connected to this product.Doing so may result in personal injury and/or damage this product.StronglyrecommendedBe sure to back up the contents of the hard disk to other media such as floppydisks or MO disks..We recommend that dual backup before and after updating of original data be createdfor unrecoverable important data. Data may be damaged or lost in the following cases.• When the device is used incorrectly• When the device receives static electricity or electrical noise• When the device breaks down or is repaired• When the power is turned on immediately after the PC is turned off• When the device is damaged by natural disastersPlease note that MELCO INC. shall not be liable for any expenses incurred due to thedamage or loss of hard disk data that may arise in the above cases or in any other case.
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction)6StronglyrecommendedBe sure to back up the contents of the hard disk before making any changes toyour PC environment such as installing software or installing or removing hard-ware.Even if data is damaged or lost due to misuse or faults, backup data can minimize theextent of such damage. Please note that MELCO INC. shall not be liable for anyexpenses incurred due to the damage or loss of hard disk data.
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction) 7PrefaceThis section explains the organization of the LPV2-WS11GC manual.Organization of the LPV2-WS11GC ManualThe LPV2-WS11GC user’s manual consists of Introduction, Application and Settings.The contents are:Easy Setting GuideIntroduction is intended for those who are not familiar with local area networks (LANs) and theirconnections. Operation procedures are described with screen shots. A few possible actions whenprinting cannot be accomplished are described..LPV2-WS11GC User’s Manual (This Manual)These sections are for those who already has a large-scale LAN or changing the setting in ESS-ID, wireless channels, server names and port names.* The LPV2-WS11GC cannot be set up from Macintosh or UNIX OS. It must be set from theWindows OS with* a Wi-Fi certified wireless LAN card. (It is possible to print from Macin-tosh or UNIX.)
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction)8Overview of the LPV2This section describes the features and operating environment of the LPV2.FeaturesLPV2 is the wireless print server that allows printing from PCs on wireless LANs. It supportsfour protocols: NetBEUI, AppleTalk, TCP/IP and NetWare. If the ESS-ID is set for the wirelessLAN to be used just install the printer driver for printing.A wireless LAN PC is required for setting the LPV2. The wireless LAN PC or the "setting PC"must use the Windows OS with a Wi-Fi certified wireless LAN card. (It is not possible to setthe LPV2 from a 2Mbps wireless LAN cards.) For printing through a wireless access point,the Wi-Fi certified access point such as MELCO’s AirStation should be used.Features of the LPV2 are:• Complies with IEEE802.11b and the baud rate of 11 Mbps over a wireless LAN.• Supports a printer port (D-sub 25-pin).• The maximum range is 115 m indoor or 550 m outdoor LOS.The range may change depending on the baud rate as below.11 Mbps:160 m outdoor LOS50 m indoor (1) LOS 25 m indoor (2) LOS Note: Indoor (1) is defined here as offices with less obstructions and indoor (2) is definedas offices with more obstructions.* The range is depending on the environment and it may become shorter in the followingsituations.1. Inside the reinforced concrete buildings such as apartment house.2. Near the large metal objects.• Supports a multi-channel (11ch) function that reduces network load.• Supports 128/40 bit WEP. Refer to the “WEP (Encryption) Encryption Recommendations” sec-tion (page 11)” for further infomation.* When using 128-bit WEP, the access point must also be set to 128-bit WEP. (128-bit WEP and40-bit WEP cannot be used together.)• Supports DHCP, BOOTP and RARP.• Supports SNMP and MIB2.• Provided with LPV Manager 2.
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction) 9Operating EnvironmentProtocols SupportedTCP/IP, NetBEUI, AppleTalk (EtherTalk)** Supports only PostScript printers (ASCII mode).Operating Systems for the LANWindows XP/Me/98/95, Windows 2000/NT4.0, MacOS7.6 or later, UNIX* Note that the LPV2 cannot be set from Mac OS or UNIX.WEP (Encryption): Encryption RecommendationsThis product transmits data using radio waves, thereby causing the possibility of wireless packetsto be accessed by external sources. Therefore, we recommend setting a WEP encryption key fortransmission of wireless packets to provide security. This product enables 128-bit WEP and 40-bit WEP encryption. 128-bit WEP (13 ASCII charac-ters or 26 Hex characters) provides greater security. For communications with wireless LANproducts that only support 40-bit WEP (5 ASCII characters or 10 Hex characters), however, theWEP setting of this product must also be set to 40-bit WEP.* For details of WEP (encryption) setting methods for AirStation, refer to the manual providedwith AirStation.Content of this PackageThis package contains the following items. Should you find any missing items, contact the dealerfrom which you purchased this product.LPV2 Wireless Print Server: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1LPV2 Utility CD (CD-ROM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Easy Setting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 * Be sure to read attached documents included in the package.Parts Nomenclature and their functionsThis section explains the name and function of each LPV2 component.
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction)10■ Top View Diagram■ Side View Diagram
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction) 11WIndows Adhoc Mode SettingWindows Adhoc Mode allows you to print directly through LPV2, not via AirStation. This set-ting process is basically same amoung any MS-Windows. This capter shows how to setup withWindows98.1Start LPV2 Manager • If you don’t not know about “Channel”, please open Client Manager Program and refer toManual Setting window by selecting [File]-[Manual Setting].• If you are using WEP Key, put check mark on the [Use WEP Key] Box and enter WEPKey.23Setup is completed.Click “Wireless Setting” and set “Ad-hoc“ mode.Set Wireless SettingClick［OK］Please re-enter WEP Key again at“Setup WEP Key again” messageClick［OK］Click［OK］Click［OK］
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction)12WindowsXP/2000 Adhoc Mode SettingThis chapter shows how to set up Adhoc Mode with the WindowsXP/2000.1Start LPV2 MANAGER • Set the channel the same as Wireless LAN card setting to "Channel Box".• If you are using a WEP Key, put check mark on the "USE WEP Key" box and enter aWEP Key.23Setup is completed.Click "Wireless Setting" and set “Ad-hoc“ mode.Enter Wireless SettingClick [OK]Please re-enter WEP Key at the "Re-enterWEP Key" message Box.Click［OK］Click［OK］Click［OK］
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction) 13Printing from Mac (OS9.x or before)This chapter shows how to setup your Mac (OS9.x or before) to be able to print through LPV2. 1 Select [Apple Menu] → [Selector]2Select "LaserWriter8"3Select "WS-xxxxxx-P1"4Click "Setting"Please always select "LaserWriter8" for printing through LPV2 . Other printer driver will notwork with LPV2 correctly.'xxxxxx" is last 6 digits of LPV2 MAC address.MAC address is 12 digits of numbers and is labeled on the side of back panel.5Click [PPD]6Select "Printer Description File"7Click "Select"8Select Printer Description File for your printer.<If your printer is not listed in the menu box.>1.Copy the Printer Description File from your printer driver FD or CD to Desktop2.Click Desktop and Select the Printer Description File in the window.9Close SelectorYou have to re-setup whenever you select a different printer.
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction)14Printing from Mac (OS X)This chapter shows how to setup your Mac (OS X) to be able to print through LPV2.<< Using AppleTalk>>10 Select "Applications" - "Utilities" - "Print Center"11 Click [Add] at "No Available Printer" the message.If you have setup before, you will see the printer list. Please click "Add Printer".12 Select "AppleTalk" in the list-box.13 Available printer/server names will be listed. Select "WS-xxxxxx-P1" and click "Add" 'xxxxxx" is last 6 digits of LPV2 MAC address.MAC address is 12 digits of number and islabeled on the side of back panel.14 If you see the printer server name on the printer list, the setup is completed.<<Using TCP/IP>>1Select "Applications" - "Utilities" - "Print Center"2Click [Add] at "No Available Printer" the message. If you have setup before, you will see the printer list. Please click "Add Printer".3Select "AppleTalk" in the list-box.Select "WS-xxxxxx-P1"Click "Add"
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction) 154Enter the following items and click "Add"5If you see the printer server name on the printer list, the setup is completed.Enter LPV2 IP addressPut check mark on "Use Server'sdefault que" Click "Add"Click to chose your printer
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction)16Printing from UNIX base ComputerLPV2 is not able to be setup directly from UNIX base Computer. You need to use Windows basecomputer with Buffalo Wireless Client (WLI-PCM-L11G etc.) to setup the LPV2 to be able toPrint from UNIX base Computer.Procedure:1 Set LPV2. IP Address (In case of Static IP）2 Verify the IP Address setting3 Edit "/etc/hosts" file4 Edit "/etc/printcap"5 Print by using "lpr" commandLPV2 default setting:• Server Name: WS-xxxxxx• (xxxxxx is last 6 digit of MAC address. Please Refer to Page 11)• Printer Port Name: WS-xxxxxx-P1• IP Address:  DHCP/BOOTP/RARP - automatically allocated by Server1Set LPV2 IP AddressEX: Use following command:Arp -s 192.168.9.123 00:60:1D23:BA:42(Set LPV2 IP Address to 192.168.0.123)If the LPV2 IP Address is set to [1.1.1.1], it is not able to print through LPV2. Pleaseset IP to other than [1.1.1.1].2Verify the IP address settingEX: USE following command:Ping 192.168.0.1233Edit "/etc/hosts" fileDefine LPV2 IP Address, Domain Name and LPV2 Server Name on "etc/hosts" file.Add as following:192.168.0.123
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction) 174Edit "/etc/printcap" fileAdd a line as following:LPV|LPV Line printer/:lp=:rm=LPV:sd=/usr/spool/LPV:rp=WS-23BA42-P1:Meaning of the words in description:lp (Local Printer): It specifies the Local Printer Name.rm (Remote Machine): It specifies the LPV Host Name which should bedefined in "hosts" file.sd (Spool Directory): It specifies the directory where system spools printdata.The spool directory must be setup before printing.rp (Remote Printer): It specifies the port on which printer is connected.5Print by using lpr command.6Use lpr command to Print   Lpr-PLPV "File Name"If you need to print without re-boot the computer after all setup, please use followingcommand:lpc restart LPV
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction)18Changing LPV2 SettingThis chapter will explain to you about possible issues, causes, and solutions in using LPV2Here, we show the how to change the LPV2 setting with Windows98 as an example.LPV2 Default Setting:• LPV2 Server Name: WS-xxxxxx• Printer Port Name: WS-xxxxxx-P1*"(xxxxxx" is last 6 digit of MAC address. Please Refer to Page 11)Changing Workgroup Setting (EX: Workgroup Name: "WORKGROUP" → "BUFFALO")1Select [Start] → [Program] → [BUFFALO AIRSTATION] → [LPV2 MANAGER] Windows XP: Select [Start] → [All Program] → [BUFFALO AIRSTAION] → [LPV2MANAGER]2If the "Password BOX" is showed, please enter the password and click OK.The setting password will be showed as "*".3Changing Workgroup Setting (For NetBEUI protocol users ONLY)Select "LPV Name" in the window.Select [EDIT] → [Login]Click "Protocol Setting""Property"Select "NetBEUI"
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction) 19456Click [OK]The setting will be changed.7Exit "LPV2 MANAGER"Click and Change the name [WORKGROUP] to [BUFFALO]Click [OK]Click [OK] [OK]
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction)20Here, we show how to change the LPV2 setting with Windows98 as a example.LPV2 Default Setting:• LPV2 Server Name: WS-xxxxxx• Printer Port Name: WS-xxxxxx-P1*"(xxxxxx" is last 6 digit of MAC address. Please Refer to Page 11)EX: Changing "AppleTalkZone" → "BUFFALO"1Select [Start] → [Program] → [BUFFALO AIRSTATION] → [LPV2 MANAGER] Windows XP: Select [Start] → [All Program] → [BUFFALO AIRSTAION] → [LPV2MANAGER]2If the "Password BOX" is showed, please enter the password and click OK.The setting password will be showed as "*".34Changing AppleTalk Setting (Zone)Select "LPV Name" in the window.Select [EDIT] → [Login]Click "Protocol Setting""Property"Select "NetBEUI"Click and Change [AppleTalkZone]to[BUFFALO]Click [OK]
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction) 2156Click [OK]The setting will be changed.7Exit "LPV2 MANAGER"Click [OK] [OK]
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction)22LPV2 Factory Default Settig※ [xxxxxx]: Last 6 digits of MAC Address. Please refer to P11Item Default SettingStandard SetupServer Name WS-xxxxxx ※Password NonePort Name WS-xxxxxx-P1 ※High Speed Transfer EnabledProtocol SetupGet IP Address AutomaticallyDHCP EnabledBOOTP EnabledRARP EnabledIP Address 1.1.1.1Sub Set Mask 255.0.0.0Gateway 0.0.0.0AppleTalkZone *Work Group WORKGROUPMax. Number of Connection 32Max. Number of Session 32Wireless SetupCommunication Mode AdhocESS-ID NoneWireless Channel 11 channelsWEP Disabled
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction) 23Product SpecificationsWireressl LANInterfaceConforming Stan-dardsIEEE802.11b (Wireless LAN Standard Proto-col)RCR STD-33、ARIB STD-T66 (Low-PoworData communication System Standards)Data TransferMethodDS-SS Simplex (Half Duplex)Data Transfer Rate 1 , 2 , 5.5 , 11Mbps Auto SenseAccess Method Infrastracture Mode / Adhock ModeFrequency Range Mid-Frequency）2412 ∼2484MHz※ No confrict with Cell-Phone, Codelessphone, Television, and RadioCommunicationsDistance (Depend-ing on ambient con-ditions)25m Indors, 50m outdors at 11 Mbps35m Indors, 70m outdors at 5.5 Mbps40m Indors, 90m outdors at 2 Mbps50m Indors, 115m outdors at 1MbpsPrinter Interface 36pin Standard Printer InterfacetPower / Current Con-sumption3.5W (Max) / 0.7A (Max)Operating Tempra-ture / Humidity0℃ to 40 ℃ / 0% to 80% (noncondensing)Weight 重量 70g (without AC Adoptor)Dimensions 62(W) ×98(H) ×25(D)mm
LPV-WL11G User’s Manual (Introduction)24Printer Interface SpecificationDB25 Pin Printer Portモジュラコネクタ仕様Pin Num. Name of Singnal Pin Num. Name of Singnal1nStrobe 19 Signal Ground(nStrobe)2Data1 20 Signal Ground(Data1)3Data2 21 Signal Ground(Data2)4Data3 22 Signal Ground(Data3)5Data4 23 Signal Ground(Data4)6Data5 24 Signal Ground(Data5)7Data6 25 Signal Ground(Data6)8Data7 26 Signal Ground(Data7)9Data8 27 Signal Ground(Data8)10 nAck 28 Signal Ground(Paper Empty ,Select , nAck)11 Busy 29 Signal Ground(Busy , nFault)12 Paper Empty 30 Signal Ground(nAutoFd , nSelect , nInit)13 Select 31 nInit14 nAutoFd 32 nFault15 Not defined 33 Not defined16 Logic Gnd 34 Not defined17 Chassis Gnd 35 Not defined18 Phipheral Logic High 36 nSelect In
PY00-28003-DM20-01 1-01 Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:  -Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. -Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. -Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. -Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example - use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. IMPORTANT NOTE:FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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