NT ware Systemprogrammierung MICROMIND1 USB to Ethernet Bridge User Manual microMIND Installation Configuration

NT-ware Systemprogrammierung GmbH USB to Ethernet Bridge microMIND Installation Configuration

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microMINDAll rights reserved. No parts of this work may be reproduced in any form or by any means - graphic, electronic,or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, taping, or information storage and retrieval systems - withoutthe written permission of the publisher.Company and product names mentioned herein are registered or unregistered trademarks of their respectivecompanies. Mention of third-party products is for information purposes only and constitutes neither anendorsement nor a recommendation. NT-ware assumes no responsibility with regard to the performance or useof these products. Also, NT-ware makes no claim to these trademarks. Any use of trademarks, logo, servicemarks, trade names, and product names is prohibited without the written permission of the respective owners.adlib Software of Adlib SoftwareAdobe®, Adobe® Reader, Acrobat®, Distiller®, and PostScript® of Adobe Systems IncorporatedTherefore of Therefore TMApple®, the Apple® logo, Mac®, Mac OS®, and Macintosh® of Apple Inc.CANON, iR, imageRUNNER ADVANCE, MEAP, CPCA, AMS, iWAMS, iSend, of Canon Inc.Crystal Reports of Business Objects SA, as of July 1, 2008: BusinessObjects of SAPeCopy™, eCopy ShareScan®, and eCopy ScanStation® of eCopy Inc.PAS™ of Equitrac CorporationHewlett Packard, HP, LaserJet, and PCL of Hewlett-Packard CompanyMicrosoft®, Windows®, Windows Vista®, Internet Explorer®, Internet Information Server, Microsoft® Word,Microsoft® Excel, SQL Server® of Microsoft CorporationNovell®, Novell eDirectory® of Novell Inc.PosterJet of Eisfeld Datentechnik GmbH & Co. KGUNIX® of The Open GroupuniFLOW Output Manager®, MIND®, and MiCard® are registered trademarks of NT-wareSystemprogrammierung GmbHAll other trademarks, trade names, product names, service marks are property of their respective owners andare hereby acknowledged.While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this document, NT-ware assumes no responsibilityfor errors or omissions, or for damages resulting from the use of information contained in this document or fromthe use of programs and source code that may accompany it. In no event shall NT-ware be liable for any loss ofprofit or any other commercial damage caused or alleged to have been caused directly or indirectly by thisdocument.In addition, this manual provides links to the sites of affiliated or independent companies and certain otherbusinesses. NT-ware is not responsible for examining or evaluating, and NT-ware does not warrant the offeringsof, any of these businesses or individuals or the content of their Web sites. NT-ware does not assume anyresponsibility or liability for the actions, product, and content of all these and any other third parties. You shouldcarefully review their privacy statements and other conditions of use.Note : If not expressly stated otherwise the term iR refers to all iR in general - including imageRUNNERADVANCE.NT-ware Systemprogrammierung GmbH, Niedersachsenstr. 6, 49186 Bad Iburg, GermanyPrinted: 16 August 2010 in Bad Iburg (Germany)DisclaimerInstallation Guide
microMIND Installation & ConfigurationPublisherTechnical EditorsNT-ware Systemprogrammierung GmbHMarja PalsLydia AbghayProductionNT-ware Systemprogrammierung GmbHTeam CoordinatorClaudia KleinekemperElke WittThomas LemmerPublisherNT-ware Systemprogrammierung GmbHTechnical AuthorsThomas LemmerProductionNT-ware Systemprogrammierung GmbHSymbols used in this manual:NoteImportantNoteOnline linkPrinter WizardSettingsAdvancedConfigurationAdvancedPrinterConfiguration
ITable of ContentsForeword 01Document Versioning Information 22microMIND 442.1 Introduction62.2 Scope of supply62.3 Technical Specifications72.4 FCC and IC Compliance Note72.5 Installation82.6 LED Status92.7 Configuration......................................................................................................................................................... 92.7.1 Configurable parameters102.8 Firmware update
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2microMIND - Installation GuideVersion:1.0Date:16 August 2010First Draw-up Date:16.08.2010Author:Thomas LemmerRevision history:Version:Revision date:Reviewer:Final Review:1.016.08.2010HolgerBauszus, KarlViethHolger BauszusTechnologies concerned:microMINDFile name:microMIND_Installation_&_Configuration_V1-0.PDFShort Summary:This manual describes the features, the installation, and the configuration of the microMINDin detail.microMIND is a registered trademark of NT-ware Systemprogrammierung GmbH.
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4microMIND - Installation Guide2.1 IntroductionThe microMIND provides the possibility to add a MiCard (V2) reader as a Secure Printsolution for any printer. Thus allowing you to turn your normal office printer into a costeffective secure print solution. No matter if this printer is a USB, a network printer or aprinter with a different connection. The microMIND supports both, MiCard V1 (deprecatedformer version of the MiCard) and MiCard V2 readers.The microMIND is designed to add the Secure Print feature to single function printers, notonly limited to Canon devices. Each device from each vendor is supported. It doesn'tmatter if your printer provides an Ethernet TCP/IP network connection, WLAN connection,USB connection etc. Thus, NT-ware provides an easy and cost effective solution to includealmost all printers makes and install them in uniFLOW as a secure printer.However, an Ethernet TCP/IP network connection is required for the microMIND. ThemicroMIND has a build in network switch, allowing it to connect the printer to the networkthrough the microMIND. This can be required for network printers. Note that the microMINDmust not be attached to the printer. It only transfers the ID data, read from the users ID card,to the uniFLOW Server and thus tells the uniFLOW Server to release the print jobs for thisuser.The microMIND is designed to support Secure Printing. As Secure Printingalways requires a uniFLOW Server to be present, Emergency Access is notpossible with the microMIND. This is not a specific limitation of the microMINDitself, but should be mentioned here.The following graphics outline how the microMIND is implemented in the networkenvironment. The microMIND also offers two Ethernet ports, allowing both the microMINDand a network printer to connect to the companies network. Thus no additional networkport or switch port is required. The first graphic shows a USB printer connected to theuniFLOW Server. The second graphic shows a normal network printer using the build innetwork switch.
5microMIND - Installation GuidemicroMIND attached to a USB printermicroMIND attached to a network printer
6microMIND - Installation Guide2.2 Scope of supplyThe microMIND package includesthe microMIND devicea short patch cable to connect the device to a printerPower supply (if no PoE microMIND)a Quick Installation Guide2.3 Technical SpecificationsPower Supply:The microMIND is available in two different versions. One withPoE (Power over Ethernet) and one without. If you have amicroMIND which doesn't support PoE or if your network switchdoesn't support PoE, you have to use the respective powersupply. If you have purchased the device without PoE support,the power supply is delivered with the device.Rated Voltage:12 V LPSEthernet:2x RJ-45 Ethernet connection with a build in 10/100MBit switchUSB:USB Type A connection with USB 1.1 (Full-Speed) to connect aMiCard (V2) readerAmbienttemperature:0 … +40 °C (32 … +104 °F)Printer:Any printer with or without a respective network interface can beconnected to the uniFLOW Server. Printers without networkconnections, such as USB or LPT connections, can also be"virtually" attached to the microMIND via the uniFLOW Server.Supported Readers:MiCard (V1) and MiCard V2uniFLOW:uniFLOW and/or RPS V5.x or higherStatus LEDs:The microMIND is equipped with colored status LEDs .Note that the MiCard (V2) readers are the only readers supported by themicroMIND. Do not attach different readers or USB devices to the microMIND.8
7microMIND - Installation GuideImportant Note:Changes and/or modifications of the microMIND not approved by NT-wareSystemprogrammierung GmbH will make void the user’s authority to operatethe microMIND.2.4 FCC and IC Compliance NoteThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to providereasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Thisequipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installedand used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the useris encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver isconnected.Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.2.5 InstallationRequired components:microMINDPower supply for the microMIND if no PoE supportPrinterEthernet patch cable (delivered with the microMIND)MiCard (V2)USB cable (delivered with the MiCard (V2)Installation1. Switch off the desired printer.
8microMIND - Installation Guide2. If it is a network printer, disconnect the device from the network.3. If it is a network printer, plug-in the printers network cable in one of the RJ45 input jacks.4. Attach the MiCard (V2) reader to the microMIND's USB port.5. Attach the microMIND reader to the network.6. Plug-in the power supply of the microMIND if required. This is necessary if you have noPoE microMIND or if you have a PoE microMIND but your network doesn't support PoE.7. The microMIND reader boots up.8. Switch on the printer.The microMIND and MiCard (V2) reader are now ready for more advanced configurations.For the microMIND configuration, see chapter Configuration . For the MiCard (V2)reader, refer to the respective MiCard (V2) manual and the uniFLOW manual.2.6 LED StatusThe microMIND is equipped with two status LEDs. The tables below show the statusinformation given by the respective LED.Power LED:Status/ColorStatus descriptionOffNo power supplied or boot loader phase (see also chapter Firmwareupdate ).GreenDevice is powered with Power over Ethernet (PoE).OrangeDevice is powered with an external power supply.Status LED:Status/ColorStatus descriptionOffThe microMIND did not boot. It is most likely defective.GreenA MiCard (V2) card reader is connected and has been identified. ThemicroMIND is ready to receive data from the MiCard (V2).Green flashingNo USB card reader is connected. This status will only be displayed ifthe microMIND is connected to the network and to a uniFLOW Server.Green flashing(fast)If a new firmware has been loaded successfully during the boot loaderphase, the green LED is flashing fast (see also chapter Firmwareupdate ).91010
9microMIND - Installation GuideStatus/ColorStatus descriptionOrangeA card has been detected by the MiCard (V2) reader and the uniFLOWserver has been informed about it. This status is shown for approx. 2seconds. Afterwards the LED turns green again. It also lights up inorange during the boot loader phase.Orange flashingA not supported USB card reader has been connected. Note that onlyMiCard (V2) readers are supported by the microMIND.RedThe microMIND has an IP address but is not connected to a uniFLOWServer nor to an RPS, thus it is inoperable.Red FlashingThe microMIND has no IP address and is trying to acquire an IPaddress, thus it is inoperable.RJ45 LEDs:LEDsStatus descriptionGreenA link to a network is established.Green flashingLink established and data is transmitting.Yellow ONNetwork speed is 100 Mbit/sYellow OFFNetwork speed is 10 Mbit/s2.7 ConfigurationThe microMIND works without any additional configuration if your network has a DHCPserver configured to provide an IP address for the microMIND. However, some “advanced”options are available which are explained below.2.7.1 Configurable parametersIP AddressThe IP configuration of the microMIND is performed directly via uniFLOW.To configure a microMINDs IP address, open the uniFLOW Server Configuration, choosethe main menu Connections / Agents/Terminals / MIND & microMIND and select theList view page.In this screen you can see the status information of the attached MINDs / microMINDs. Thecolumn Type shows you if it is a MIND or a microMIND.
10microMIND - Installation GuideThe microMINDs IP configuration can be found by selecting a microMIND via mouse clickon the IP address. You’ll find the serial number of the respective microMIND on a sticker onthe back of the microMIND. A browser screen will open to configure the microMINDs IPaddress.By default the microMIND is set to DHCP, meaning that the microMIND receives it'sconfiguration from the companies DHCP server if available.If there is no DHCP server available or if a DHCP server doesn't send any IP configurationto the microMIND, the microMIND will appear on the MIND & microMIND / List viewpage as well. This is because the microMINDs vendor MAC address portion is known tothe uniFLOW Server.After all settings have been made, confirm the settings by clicking on Save Settings.The rebooting process of the microMIND takes a few seconds.2.8 Firmware updateThe microMINDs firmware can be updated with a normal USB stick.Requirements:USB stick formatted with FAT and a sector size of 512 bytes.New firmware with the file name MMAPP (note that the file name has no extension).
11microMIND - Installation GuideUpdate process:Format your USB stick according to the requirements listed above.Copy the MMAPP file onto the USB stick.Detach your microMIND from the power supply. If PoE is used, detach the networkconnection.Attach the USB stick to the microMIND.Attach the power supply. If PoE is used, attach the network connection.Update proceedure:LED Status:1. The device starts with the boot loader phase.The microMIND checks if there is a USB stick with avalid firmware connected to the device.Power LED: offStatus LED: orange2. If there is no valid firmware found, the device startsnormally (step 3. and 4. are skipped)3. If there is a valid firmware found, it gets loaded.4. Once the firmware has been successfully and completelyloaded, the Status LED is flashing green.Power LED: offStatus LED: green flashing5. Afterwards the microMIND starts its normal application.
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