D Link DP-311U Wireless USB Print Server User Manual DP300U manual 021203

D Link Corporation Wireless USB Print Server DP300U manual 021203

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ManualBuilding Networks for People Wireless Print ServerD-Link DP-311UDP-311UDP-311UDP-311UDP-311U
2ContentsPackage Contents ................................................................................3Introduction............................................................................................4Wireless Basics ....................................................................................8Setting up the DP-311U ......................................................................10Getting Started ....................................................................................12Using the Web Configuration ...............................................................13TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP ........................................................21TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000.....................................................29TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me ..............................................38Unix/Linux Printing (See PS Admin Manual on CD-ROM) ..................49Setting up AppleTalk or LPR Printing in MAC OSX ..............................50Setting up AppleTalk Printing in MAC OS9 ..........................................55Networking Basics ..............................................................................58Technical Specifications ......................................................................70Contacting Technical Support ..............................................................71Warranty and Registration ...................................................................72Appendix: DP-311U Printer Compatibility List ....................................75
3Contents of Package:D-Link DP-311UFast Ethernet Print ServerManual and Warranty on CDPrinted Quick Installation GuidePackage ContentsIf any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.System Requirements: A computer with an installed Ethernet adapterWindows XP/2000/ME/98SEApple Mac OS with AppleTalkLinuxInternet Explorer 6.0, or Netscape Navigator version 6.0 orabove, with JavaScript enabledPrinter must support required Operating System
4The D-Link DP-311U Print Server is an 802.11b wireless print server that alsoconnects to your Ethernet/Fast Ethernet network. Now you can locate USBprinter services virtually anywhere in your home or office. The DP-311U managesthe flow of print files from workstations or file servers to connected printers,delivering print jobs to printers much faster than a file server on a PC acting as aprint server can. With one USB (v1.1) port, the DP-311U can connect to almostany printer with a USB port.The DP-311U includes easy-to-use software to install on most Windows-basednetworks. Protocol support for TCP/IP, NetBEUI, and AppleTalk are provided toensure seamless connection to major networking Operating Systems.The DP-311U has a built in Web-Based management feature that allows users toeasily configure and manage print queues through TCP/IP. The DP-311U alsosupports Telnet as an alternative method to configure the unit.The DP-311U improves network printing services in the following ways:The DP-311U delegates print jobs to the connect USB printer. Thisprovides workload relief to your file servers and allows the file servers’ fullcapacity to be used for file access or other direct services to networkusers. On peer-to-peer networks, workstations can print directly to thePrint Server without increasing the load of another workstation or server.The DP-311U’s USB port, version 1.1, can transmit to high-speed laserprinters much faster than a PC’s parallel printer port.IntroductionBecause the DP-311U is very portable and inexpensive compared to aPC-based print server, and the Print Server connects to your file serversthrough the network, printers can be deployed to locations of maximumconvenience to users.
5External FeaturesPort ConnectorsThe DP-311U’s USB port is located on its rear panel. The USB can be configuredusing the PS Admin program or the print server’s Telnet interface. (See the PSAdmin User’s Guide, available on the CD that came with the DP-311U, forinformation about configuring the print server’s ports.) The Print Server alsosupports web configuration permitting users to configure settings through the webbrowser. The default IP Address is as follows:Default IP Address – 192.168.0.10Subnet Mask – 255.255.255.0The DP-311U offers extraordinary flexibility, operating with all major networkoperating systems and protocols:TCP/IPUNIX lpr/lpdWindows NT/2000, Windows 95/98SE/ME, Windows XPNetWare 5.x NDPS LPR Remote PrintingNetBEUIWindows 2000/XP, Windows 95/98SE/ME, Microsoft LANManager, IBM LAN ServerAppleTalkMacOS EtherTalkWindows-based setup and administration software, PS Admin, is supplied withthe Print Server, making configuration and management quick and easy. ThePrint Server also supports configuration and management via the Telnet protocolfor networks without Windows-compatible systems.Note:The PC’s IP Address must be in the same subnet as the Print Server’s IP Address for thetwo devices to communicate. (For example, if your Print Server’s IP Address is192.168.0.10, with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0, then your computer’s IP Addressshould be 192.168.0.x, where x is a value between 1-254, excluding 10.)
6 Power / USBSteady or flashing green light confirms that the Print Server is powered ON. The LED indicator lights up to show that the Print Server is transferring print data through the USB port.Ethernet/WLANSteady or flashing green light confirms that the Print Server has a goodconnection to the Ethernet or Fast Ethernet network.The indicator blinks off briefly to indicate that the Print Server isreceiving or transmitting from the network.These four indicators are also used by the Print Server’s Power-ON Self Test(POST) to indicate any hardware failures.Front Panel LED IndicatorsPowerUSBWLANEthernet
7Network Cable ConnectorThe Print Server’s rear panel features an RJ-45 connector forconnection to 10Base-T Ethernet cabling or 100Base-TX FastEthernet cabling (which should be Category 5 twisted-pair cable).The port supports the NWay protocol, allowing the Print Server toautomatically detect or negotiate the transmission speed of thenetwork.DC Power ConnectorThe DC power input connector is located on the Print Server’srear panel and is labeled DC 5V.LED IndicatorsThe front panel of the Print Server features five LED indicators:Rear Panel ConnectorsUSBRJ-45PowerResetAntenna
8D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-useand compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business orpublic access wireless networks. D-Link wireless products will allow you access tothe data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy thefreedom that wireless networking brings.A WLAN is a cellular computer network that transmits and receives data with radiosignals instead of wires. WLANs are used increasingly in both home and officeenvironments, and public areas such as airports, coffee shops and universities.Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology are helping people to work andcommunicate more efficiently. Increased mobility and the absence of cabling andother fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for many users.Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network.Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop systems support the sameprotocols as Ethernet adapter cards.Wireless BasicsPeople use wireless LAN technology for many different purposes:Mobility - Productivity increases when people have access to data in any locationwithin the operating range of the WLAN. Management decisions based on real-time information can significantly improve worker efficiency.Low Implementation Costs – WLANs are easy to set up, manage, change andrelocate. Networks that frequently change can benefit from WLANs ease ofimplementation. WLANs can operate in locations where installation of wiring maybe impractical.Installation and Network Expansion - Installing a WLAN system can be fast andeasy and can eliminate the need to pull cable through walls and ceilings. Wirelesstechnology allows the network to go where wires cannot go - even outside thehome or office.Scalability – WLANs can be configured in a variety of topologies to meet the needsof specific applications and installations. Configurations are easily changed andrange from peer-to-peer networks suitable for a small number of users to largerinfrastructure networks to accommodate hundreds or thousands of users,depending on the number of wireless devices deployed.Inexpensive Solution - Wireless network devices are as competitively priced asconventional Ethernet network devices.
9Standards-Based TechnologyBased on the IEEE 802.11b standard, the DP-311U is interoperable with existingcompatible 2.4GHz wireless technology with data transfer speeds of up to 11Mbpswhen used with other D-Link AirPlus devices.Wireless Basics (cont.)Installation ConsiderationsThe D-Link AirPlus DP-311U lets you print through your network, using a wirelessconnection, from virtually anywhere within its operating range. Keep in mind,however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objectsthat the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Typical rangesvary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency)noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to followthese basic guidelines:Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the DP-311U and othernetwork devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your D-Linkwireless product’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devicesso that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.2.Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick(.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. Ata 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) Keep your product away (atleast 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances thatgenerate extreme RF noise.5.thick! Position devices so that the signal willtravel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for betterreception.3.Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electricaldevices or appliances that generate extreme RF noise.5.Building Materials can impede the wireless signal - a solid metal door oraluminum studs may have a negative effect on range. Try to position wirelessdevices and computers with wireless adapters so that the signal passesthrough drywall or open doorways and not other materials.4. Keep the antenna of the DP-311U in an upright position1.
10 Setting up the DP-311UInstalling the Print ServerWARNING: Configuration problems may result if the Print Server is powered up withoutfirst establishing its network connection. Follow this procedure to avoid complications atthe configuration stage. Confirm proper operation of the printer to be connected to the DP-311U,1. When you have confirmed proper operation of the USB printer, switch it the power OFF.2. Confirm that your network is operating normally.3. Connect the DP-311U RJ-45 Connector to the network, using a straight through CAT5 cable..4. While the printer is powered OFF, install the USB printer cable to connect the printer’s USB port to the USB port of the Print Server.5. Switch on the connected printer.6. Plug the AC power adapter’s DC output plug into the DC 5V power socket on the rear panel of the Print Server.7. Plug the power adapter into a power outlet. This will supply power to the Print Server, as it has no external power switch. The green Power LED on the Print Server’s front panel should illuminate steadily, and the Print Server’s Self-Test will proceed.8.
11Immediately after power-up, all three of the green LEDs should illuminate steadilyfor several seconds. Then the USB LED should flash ON three times.Irregularity of the LED during this LED test may mean there is a problem with theLED itself.The actual component tests immediately follow the LED tests. A normal (no fault)result is signaled by a flashing of the USB LED, followed by a darkened LED.If the Self-Test routine detects any component error, then following the LED teststhe Self-Test will halt and the LEDs will continuously signal the error according tothe following table. In the event of any such error signal, contact your dealer forcorrection of the faulty unit.When the DP-311U is powered ON, it also automatically performs a Self-Test oneach of its major components. The final result of the Self-Test is signaled by thestate of the USB LED indicator following the Self-Test. Preliminary to the actualcomponent tests, the LED indicators are tested to confirm their steady andflashing operation.Power ON Self-TestEvery DP-311U has been factory-tested to operate properly.USB LED Faulty Componentlow speed flashing Need to reload firmwaresteady ON DRAM error1 long 2 short1 long 3 short1 long 5 short1 long 6 short1 long 7 short1 long 11 short LAN I/O base errorLAN memory errorLAN Controller errorFlash Erase/Program errorFlash ProtectedTimer INT error1 long 18 short USB error1 long 15 short1 long 16 short1 long 17shortWireless LAN card detect errorWireless LAN card CIS errorWireless LAN card I/O error
12Getting StartedBelow is a sample network using the DP-311U. The DP-311U has a built- inWeb-based management feature that allows users to easily configure andmanage their print queue through TCP/IP.Warning!Only a USB printer may be connected to the USB port of the DP-311U. Do notconnect any other USB devices to the USB port of the DP-301U; to do so, maydamage the unit and will void the warranty for this product.For a list of printers that are compatible with the DP-311U, please see theAppendix in this manual. The compatibility list is not comprehensive. Even if itis not included in the list, your printer may be compatible with the DP-311U.
13When you entered the default IP address, the main screen of the Print Server’sconfiguration will appear (see below). In addition to the product information, you canaccess and control the Print Server’s configuration through four links on the top ofthis main screen: Home, Configuration, Network, Tools, and Help.Open your web browser and type http://192.168.0.10 in the address box, andpress <Enter>. This set of numbers is the default IP Address of your Print Server.Please note that the PC’s IP Address must correspond with the PrintServer’s IP Address in the same segment for the two devices tocommunicate.Using the Web Configuration
14HomeClick on Home tab from the tools bar of the main screen to display information ofthe DP-311U’s System Status and Printer Status.When you choose and enter the Home tab, it will show you the system information(see below), providing general information regarding the Print Server. Click on the<Refresh> button to acquire the most updated information. Once a printer isconnected to the Print Server, the Printer Status will show [Online].System Status and Printer StatusServer Name: The name assigned to the Print Server.Model: The model of the Print Server.Hardware Version: The version of the hardware on the Print Server.Firmware Version: The version of the firmware and release date on thePrint Server.MAC Address: The MAC address of the Ethernet port.IP Address: The IP Address of the Print Server.Up Time: The length of time the Print Server has been up.
15ConfigurationClick on Configuration tab from the tools bar of the main screen to enter the Con-figuration Page; it provides the configuration options that include System Deviceand Port SettingSystem Device and Port SettingThis option will show you settings required to configure the DP-311U Print Server.Consult your printers owner manual for the PJL(Printer Job Language) and printspeed supported on your printer. Click the <Save> button on the bottom of theconfiguration page to ensure the settings are updated and saved.
16Server Name: The name assigned to the Print Server.Location: (optional) Input a comment indicating where the Print Server islocated.Admin Contact: (Optional) Administrator name for the Print Server.Password: By default the DP-311U does not have a password. This is a securityrisk; it is recommended that you enter a password for the Print Server.Port Name: This is the assigned name for the USB port.Description: (Optional) A brief description for the USB port.Speed: Printer port speed, High or Low.PJL Printer: This feature is used to support Hewlett-Packard PJL (Printer JobLanguage) standard for bi-directional printing.Wireless Channel: Displays the channel information. Make sure your the settinghere matches the setting on your access point.ESS-ID: The workgroup name of your Wireless Network. All wireless devices mustall have the same SSID to communicate on the Wireless Network. All D-LinkWireless devices have the default SSID of default, all lower case.Connection Mode: Ad-Hoc refers to two or more 802.11b wireless devices thatcommunicate directly with one another without using an access point or anyconnection to a wired network. Infrastructure refers to an 802.11 network in whichwireless devices communicate with each other by first going through an AccessPoint (AP) or wireless router.Transmission Rate: You can adjust the transmission rate to get the best signalpossible depending on your usage and environment.WEP Key Encryption: 64 bit WEP encryption uses a 10 hexidecimal characterkey. 128 bit WEP uses a 26 hexidecimal character key. The WEP encryption keymust match the WEP settings on your AP or wireless router to connect properly.WEP Encryption: Enter the WEP key that you wish to use in this field.Confirm WEP Key: After typing in your WEP key, confirm the WEP Key in thisfield.
17NetworkClick on the Network tab from the tools bar of the main screen to enter the NetworkPage; it provides network protocol configuration options that include TCP/IP,NetBEUI and AppleTalkTCP/IP ProtocolThe TCP/IP Protocol section will show you the settings required to configure theDP-311U Print Server for TCP/IP printing. If you forget your IP Address, you can usethe PS Admin program to configure the DP-311U Print Server. The default IP Ad-dress is 192.168.0.10. Click the <Save> button to ensure the settings are updatedand saved. NOTE: If you change and save the IP Address of the DP-311U, youwould have to make similar changes on your web browser to access the webconfiguration again.NetBEUI ProtocolThe NetBEUI Protocol section will show you the settings required to configure theDP-311U Print Server for NetBEUI printing. Click the <Save> button to ensure thesettings are updated and saved.AppleTalk ProtocolThe AppleTalk Protocol section will show you the settings required to configure theDP-311U Print Server for AppleTalk printing. Click the <Save> button to ensure thesettings are updated and saved.
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19ToolsClick on the Tools link from the tools bar of the main screen to enter the ToolsPage; it provides the control options that include Print Test and Reset.ResetPrint Test section will allow you to send an ASCII text page from the print server toyour printer. Your USB printer will have to support native DOS mode for the testpage to print.Print TestReset section will allow you to reset your print server. Click the <Yes> button toactivate the reset process. Reset will restart the print server. Factory reset willreset all settings to factory default and restart the print server. Default IP address ofthe print server will be 192.168.0.10 after factory reset.
20HelpClick on the Help link from the tools bar of the main screen to enter the Help Page,it provides a link to D-Link’s support website. D-Link’s support website will providethe most up to date information on your DP-311U Print Server. Please check thewebsite regularly for product and firmware updates.
21TCP/IP Printing for Windows XPOpen the web browser, and type in the IP Address of the DP-311U.For example, type http://192.168.0.10 into the Location or Address field. Pressthe Enter or (Return) Key.Note:The PC’s IP Address must be in the same subnet as the Print Server’s IPAddress for the two devices to communicate. (For example, if your PrintServer’s IP Address is 192.168.0.10, with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0,then your computer’s IP Address should be 192.168.0.x, where x is a valuebetween 1-254, excluding 10.) See Networking Basics: Assigning a Static IPAddress in this manual to find out how to change an IP Address.D-Link DP-301U
22TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued)At the Configuration window, write down the Port Name for future reference.You will need this information later in the configuration process.Select your Connection ModeEnter the ESS-ID of the remote access point or wireless router you wish toconnect to.If you would like to set WEP Encryption, select the encryption level and thekey here.Click Save
23TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued)When you select TCP/IP Protocol at the Network window, the screen belowappears. (We recommend that you keep the default settings as shown.) If youneed to make changes, make sure to click Save after you have made thechanges. (You may wish to make a note of the IP Address.)
24 Go to Start > Settings >Printers and Faxes >Add a PrinterClick NextTCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued)
25TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued) Select Local PrinterClick NextSelect Create a new port. At thepull-down menu, highlightStandard TCP/IP Port.Click NextClick NextDeselect Automaticallydetect and install myPlug and Play printer.
26Click OKInput the port name ofthe port being used bythe printerSelect “LPR”Select “Custom”Then click on Settings.TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued)Type in the IPaddress of thePrint Server (i.e.192.168.0.10).The Port Namewill automaticallybe filled in.
27Click FinishTCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued)Click NextHighlight the printer, as shown.If the desired printer is not onthe list, click Have Disk andinsert the printer driver disk thatcame with your printer to installthe printer drivers.Click Next
28At this screen, you can input a namefor the printer.Click NextClick NextTCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued)Click Finish
29TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000Open the web browser, and type in the IP Address of the DP-311U.For example, type http://192.168.0.10 into the Location or Address field. Pressthe Enter or (Return) Key.Note:The PC’s IP Address must be in the same subnet as the Print Server’s IPAddress for the two devices to communicate. (For example, if your PrintServer’s IP Address is 192.168.0.10, with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0,then your computer’s IP Address should be 192.168.0.x, where x is a valuebetween 1-254, excluding 10.)D-Link DP-301U
30TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued)At the Configuration window, write down the Port Names for future reference.You will need this information later in the configuration process.Select your Connection ModeEnter the ESS-ID of the remote access point or wireless router you wish toconnect to.If you would like to set WEP Encryption, select the encryption level and thekey here.Click Save
31TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued)When you select TCP/IP Protocol at the Network window, the screen belowappears. (We recommend that you keep the default settings as shown.) If youneed to make changes, make sure to click Save after you have made thechanges. (You may wish to make a note of the IP Address.)
32Go to Start > Settings >PrintersDouble-click on the AddPrinter icon.Click NextTCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued)
33TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued)Select Local PrinterClick NextSelect Create a new port at thepull-down menu,highlight Standard TCP/IP Port.Click Next
34TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued)Click NextClick NextType in the IP Address of the PrintServer in the PrinterName or IP Address field. ThePort Name field willautomatically be filled in.Select “Custom”Then click on Settings.
35TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued)Click FinishClick OKInput the port name ofthe port being used bythe printerSelect “LPR”Click Next
36TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued)At this screen, you can input aname for the printer.Click NextClick NextHighlight the printer, as shown.If the desired printer is not onthe list, click Have Disk andinsert the printer driver disk thatcame with your printer to installthe printer drivers.
37Click FinishThe printer is now ready forprinting with Windows2000 on your network.TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued)Click NextSelect Do not share this printer.Select Yes to print a test pageClick Next
38TCP/IP Printingfor Windows 98SE/MeOpen the web browser, and type in the IP Address of the DP-311U.For example, type http://192.168.0.10 into the Location or Address field. Pressthe Enter or (Return) Key.D-Link DP-301UNote:The PC’s IP Address must be in the same subnet as the Print Server’s IPAddress for the two devices to communicate. (For example, if your PrintServer’s IP Address is 192.168.0.10, with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0,then your computer’s IP Address should be 192.168.0.x, where x is a valuebetween 1-254, excluding 10.)
39TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me (continued)At the Configuration window, write down the Port Name for future reference.You will need this information later in the configuration process. The Port Nameshown here is only an example.Select your Connection ModeEnter the ESS-ID of the remote access point or wireless router you wish toconnect to.If you would like to set WEP Encryption, select the encryption level and thekey here.Click Save
40TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me(continued)When you select TCP/IP Protocol at the Network window, the screen belowappears. (We recommend that you keep the default settings as shown.) If youneed to make changes, make sure to click Save after you have made thechanges. (You may wish to make a note of the IP Address.)
41TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me (continued)Click AddHighlight ClientClick AddGo to Start > Settings >Control PanelDouble-click on Network
42 TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me (continued)At this window,click Have Disk.Click OK to accept thelocation of the file.222223333311111444441.2.3. Highlight lpr.inf4. Click OKInsert the DP-311UCD-ROM into yourCD-ROM drive.Select the letterrepresenting theCD-ROM drive onyour computer fromthe pull-down menu.Double-click onthe folder lpr.
43TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me (continued)Click OKYou should now beback to the NetworkProperties Page.Highlight LPR forTCP/IP Printing.Click Properties
44TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me (continued)The Port name and IPAddress will be displayed.(The Port Name at right isjust an example.)Click OKType in the IP Address ofthe DP-301U. Make surethe Port Name is accu-rate. (The Port Name atright is just an example.)Click OKClick Add Port
45Click OKWindows will ask fora restart.Click YesTCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me (continued)
46Once your computer has rebooted, click onStart > Settings > Printers > Add PrinterWhen the Add Printer Wizardscreen appears, Click Next.Select Network Printer.Click NextType in the path if you know it,or Click Browse.TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me continued)
47TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me (continued)At the next screen, browse for the printerport. Highlight the port as shown. (The PortName in this window is just an example.)Click OKIf the network path is not specified, type inthe IP Address of the DP-311U and the PortName. (The Port Name shown at right isjust an example.)Select Yes or No, to answer the question:Do you print from MS-DOS based pro-grams?Click NextClick NextClick NextHighlight the printer, as shown. If the desiredprinter is not on the list, click Have Disk andinsert the printer driver disk that came withyour printer to install the printer drivers.
48TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me (continued)Select Yes to printa test page.Click FinishGo to Start >Settings > PrintersCheck to see that yourprinter is installed.

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