NT ware Systemprogrammierung MICROMIND1 USB to Ethernet Bridge User Manual microMIND V2 Installation Configuration

NT-ware Systemprogrammierung GmbH USB to Ethernet Bridge microMIND V2 Installation Configuration

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microMIND V2 Installation GuideAll 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®, PostScript® and products of the CREATIVE SUITE(S) ofAdobe Systems IncorporatedApple®, the Apple® logo, Mac®, Mac OS®, and Macintosh® of Apple Inc.CANON, imageRUNNER, imageRUNNER ADVANCE, MEAP, CPCA, AMS, iW AMS, iSend, iW SAM of Canon Inc.Crystal Reports of Business Objects SA, as of July 1, 2008: BusinessObjects of SAPeCopy™, eCopy ShareScan®, and eCopy ScanStation® of Nuance Communications, Inc.Helix™ Production Workflow is a trademark of NT-ware Systemprogrammierung GmbHHewlett Packard, HP, LaserJet, and PCL of Hewlett-Packard CompanyI.R.I.S. Software Group Ltd.JAWS pdf courier™ are trademarks of Global Graphics SA.Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows Vista®, Windows 7®, Internet Explorer®, Internet Information Server,Microsoft® Word, Microsoft® Excel, SQL Server® of Microsoft CorporationNovell®, Novell eDirectory® of Novell Inc.PAS™ of Equitrac CorporationPosterJet of Eisfeld Datentechnik GmbH & Co. KGTherefore of Therefore™UNIX® of The Open GroupuniFLOW OM®, uniFLOW™, uniFLOW Serverless Secure Printing®, MIND®, microMIND®, and MiCard® areregistered trademarks of NT-ware Systemprogrammierung 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: 07.02.2012 in Bad Iburg (Germany)Disclaimer
microMIND V2 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 V2 442.1 Introduction62.2 Scope of supply62.3 Technical Specifications72.4 FCC and IC Compliance Note82.5 Installation92.6 LED Status102.7 Configuration......................................................................................................................................................... 102.7.1 Configurable parameters.................................................................................................................................................. 11Code Conversion2.7.1.1122.8 microMIND V2 Website162.9 Firmware update162.10 FAQ
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2microMIND V2 - Installation GuideVersion:1.0Date:07.02.2012First Draw-up Date:06 February 2012Author:Thomas LemmerRevision history:Version:Revision date:Reviewer:Final Review:1.0Technologies concerned:microMIND V2File name:microMIND_V2_installation_manual_EN.pdfShort Summary:This manual describes the features, the installation, and the configuration of the microMINDV2 in detail.microMIND V2 is a registered trademark of NT-ware Systemprogrammierung GmbH.
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4microMIND V2 - Installation Guide2.1 IntroductionThe microMIND V2 provides the possibility to add a MiCard (V2) reader as a secure printsolution to any printer. This allows you to turn your normal office printer into a cost effectivesecure print solution. It does not matter if this printer is a USB, a network printer or a printerwith a different connection. As long as the respective printer is available and configurablein uniFLOW, a microMIND V2 can be used in conjunction with the printer. The microMINDV2 supports both MiCard V1 (formerly known as MiCard) and MiCard V2 readers.Secure PrintingThe microMIND V2 is designed to add the Secure Print feature to single function printers,regardless of whether they are Canon devices or not. Each device from each vendor issupported. It does not matter if your printer provides an Ethernet TCP/IP network, WLAN,USB or other connection. Thus, NT-ware provides an easy and cost effective solution toinclude almost all printers and install them in uniFLOW as a secure printer.However, an Ethernet TCP/IP network connection is required for the microMIND V2. ThemicroMIND V2 has a built-in network switch, allowing it to connect the printer to the networkthrough the microMIND V2. This can be required for network printers. Note that themicroMIND V2 does not have to be attached to the printer. It only transfers the ID data,reads from the users ID card, to the uniFLOW Server and thus tells the uniFLOW Server torelease the print jobs for this user.The microMIND V2 is designed to support Secure Printing. As SecurePrinting always requires a uniFLOW Server to be present, Emergency Accessis not possible with the microMIND V2. This is not a specific limitation of themicroMIND V2 itself, but should be mentioned here.Copy AccountingFurthermore the microMIND V2 supports copy accounting. In order to allow for accountingof copy costs on an MFD, the user interface of the device needs to be locked until a userhas been identified at the MFP. After identification the user interface opens up, the userstarts copying, and the costs can be assigned to the user, a user group, or a cost centre.To lock the interface you need to connect a cable with the relevant machine and make therequired settings in the service mode of the MFP.The following two graphics outline how the microMIND V2 can be implemented in thenetwork environment. The microMIND V2 also offers two Ethernet ports, allowing both, themicroMIND V2 and a network printer to connect to the company's network. Thus, noadditional network port or switch port is required.
5microMIND V2 - Installation GuidemicroMIND V2 (only secure printing - without copy accounting)microMIND connected to a uniFLOW printer for secure printing onlymicroMIND V2 (secure printing and copy accounting / device locking)microMIND connected with a copy accounting cable to lock the MFD
6microMIND V2 - Installation Guide2.2 Scope of supplyThe microMIND V2 package includesthe microMIND V2 devicea patch cable to connect the device to a printerPower supply (if no PoE microMIND V2)the microMIND V2 Installation Guide2 strips of Velcro®2.3 Technical SpecificationsPower Supply:The microMIND V2 is available in two different versions. Onewith PoE (Power over Ethernet) and one without. If you have amicroMIND V2 which does not support PoE or if your networkswitch does not support PoE, you have to use the respectivepower supply.The power supply must be a limited power source (LPS), whichdelivers a voltage of 12 V DC and a min. current of 450 mA. Apolarized plug 2.1/5.5 mm is to be used, with positive wire to theinner jack.Rated Voltage:12 V LPS, max. 450 mAEthernet:2x RJ-45 Ethernet connection with a built in 10/100MBit switchUSB:USB Type A connection with USB 1.1 (Full-Speed) to connect aMiCard (V2) readerD-SUB-15:Digital I/O Connector to lock / unlock the machine for copyaccounting.Ambienttemperature: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 V2 via the uniFLOWServer.Supported Readers:MiCard (V1) and MiCard V2
7microMIND V2 - Installation GuideuniFLOW:uniFLOW and/or RPS V5.x or higherStatus LEDs:The microMIND V2 is equipped with colored status LEDs .Note that the MiCard (V1) and MiCard V2 readers are the only readerssupported by the microMIND V2. Do not attach different readers or USBdevices to the microMIND V2.Changes and/or modifications of the microMIND V2 not approved by NT-wareSystemprogrammierung GmbH will invalidate the user’s authority to operatethe microMIND V2.2.4 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.9
8microMIND V2 - Installation Guide2.5 InstallationRequired components:microMIND V2Power supply for the microMIND V2 if no PoE supportPrinterEthernet patch cable (delivered with the microMIND V2)MiCard (V2)USB cable (delivered with the MiCard (V2)Installation1. Switch off the desired printer.2. 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 V2's USB port.5. Optional in case copy accounting is required on an MFD: Attach the microMIND V2 withthe respective copy accounting cable to the MFD.6. Attach the microMIND V2 reader to the network.7. Plug-in the power supply of the microMIND V2 if required. This is necessary if you haveno PoE microMIND V2 or if you have a PoE microMIND V2 but your network doesn'tsupport PoE.8. The microMIND V2 reader boots up.9. Switch on the printer.The microMIND V2 and MiCard (V2) reader are now ready for more advancedconfigurations. For the microMIND V2 configuration, see chapter Configuration . For theMiCard (V2) reader, refer to the respective MiCard (V2) manual and the uniFLOW manual.10
9microMIND V2 - Installation Guide2.6 LED StatusThe microMIND V2 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 V2 did not boot. It is most likely defective.GreenA MiCard (V2) card reader is connected and has been identified. ThemicroMIND V2 is ready to receive data from the MiCard (V2).Green flashingNo USB card reader is connected. This status will only be displayed ifthe microMIND V2 is connected to the network and to a uniFLOWServer.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 ).OrangeA 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 V2.RedThe microMIND V2 has an IP address but is not connected to auniFLOW Server nor to an RPS, thus it is inoperable.Red FlashingThe microMIND V2 has no IP address and is trying to acquire an IPaddress, thus it is inoperable.1616
10microMIND V2 - Installation GuideRJ45 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 V2 works without any additional configuration if your network has a DHCPserver configured to provide an IP address for the microMIND V2. However, some“advanced” options are available which are explained below.2.7.1 Configurable parametersIP AddressThe IP configuration of the microMIND V2 is performed directly via uniFLOW.To configure a microMIND V2 IP address, open the uniFLOW Server Configuration,choose the main menu Connections / Agents/Terminals / MIND & microMIND andselect the List view page.In this screen you can see the status information of the attached MINDs / microMINDs /microMIND V2. The column Type shows you if it is a MIND (MindNet Device) or amicroMIND V2.
11microMIND V2 - Installation GuideThe microMIND V2 IP configuration can be found by selecting a microMIND V2 via mouseclick on the IP address. You’ll find the serial number of the respective microMIND V2 on asticker on the back of the microMIND V2. A browser screen will open to configure themicroMIND V2 IP address.By default the microMIND V2 is set to DHCP, meaning that the microMIND V2 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 V2, the microMIND V2 will appear on the MIND & microMIND / Listview page as well. This is because the microMIND V2 vendor MAC address portion isknown to the uniFLOW Server. Additionally, the microMIND V2 assigns an Auto-IPaddress (Automatic Private IP Addressing 169.254.0.0/16) to itself.After all settings have been made, confirm the settings by clicking on Save Settings.The rebooting process of the microMIND V2 takes a few seconds.2.7.1.1 Code ConversionThe Code Conversion functionality lets you convert the read ID into a number of othernotations, e.g. you read out an ID in hexadecimal, but you need it in decimal, or you needthe read ID in a reverse order etc. For such cases, a code conversion option is available inthe uniFLOW Server Configuration. It has been implemented, primarily to support a CodeConversion for microMIND. However, the Code Conversion can be set to a "Global CodeConversion" for all ID devices or to microMINDs only.The configuration is done on the uniFLOW Server under Server Config. / GeneralSettings / Code Conversion.Parameter:
12microMIND V2 - Installation GuideCode Conversion Script:Here you can enter the desired Code Conversion rules. The supported commands are thefollowing:HexToDecimalDecimalToHexRemoveLeadingZerosStringReverseReverseHexBytesReverseBitorderInBytesConvertToAsciiRemoveFirst <n>RemoveLast <n>RestrictLength <n>where <n> represents a numeric parameter.You can enter one command per line. A '#' can be used for comments.Example:To remove the first 2 characters and then do a hex bytes reversion use:RemoveFirst 2 # take away unnecessary charactersReverseHexBytes # convert the data to reverse hexadecimalApply to microMIND V2 only:Set this parameter to Yes, if the Code Conversion should only take place for microMINDs.Set it to No, if the Code Conversion should take place for all ID devices.2.8 microMIND V2 WebsiteThe microMIND V2 has a built-in web server. It provides the following websites:microMIND V2USB DeviceAboutThe websites can either be reached by clicking on the respective microMIND List viewentry of the Connections / Agents/Terminals / MIND & microMIND / List view site ofthe uniFLOW Server Configuration, or via http://<microMIND IP>/mind.shtml.The microMIND V2 site gives information about the following:Serial NumberThis is the serial number of the microMIND V2 itself. It is used to select a microMIND V2during a printer configuration. You will also find this number on a sticker on the back ofeach microMIND V2. The serial number is displayed in hexadecimal format and reflectsthe last 3 Bytes of the device's MAC address.
13microMIND V2 - Installation GuideSoftware VersionThe current firmware version of the microMIND V2.NetworkShows the IP address of the microMIND V2, the Subnet, Gateway address and whetherit is configured manually or via DHCP.Last ID (raw)Shows the last ID of a read out authentication card without code conversion (raw data).NameYou can change the default name microMIND V2 for an easier identification of the deviceitself, for example the name of the associated printer.Connect to Server IP onlyHere you can limit the communication between a certain uniFLOW Server and themicroMIND V2. This means that this microMIND V2 only "talks" to the entered uniFLOWServer IP address and to no other computer in the network.Restrict HTTP Access to IPOnly the computer with the IP address entered here is able to open the websites of themicroMIND V2. The uniFLOW Server will always have access to the microMIND V2independent of the settings here. If left blank, there is no access limitation.Note that HTTP port 80 must not be blocked by a firewall to reach themicroMIND V2 website.The USB Device site gives information about the following:If it is connected to a USB Device, it shows which device is connected (see examplescreenshot below).
14microMIND V2 - Installation GuideConfigured HID DeviceDisplays if a keyfile has been loaded and shows the name of the configured device.Use Card TrackUse this parameter to address the respective card track of magnetic cards or specificHuman Interface Devices.If this parameter is set to 0, all tracks are read out at once. This can be used for examplefor debugging purposes.MiCard V2 HID: use extended dataTick this parameter if you are using the MiCard V2 HID with SSP (Serverless SecurePrinting). Leave it disabled in a normal uniFLOW environment.Upload USB HID configuration fileHere you can upload specific USB Human Interface Device Reader configuration files(Key Files). These are required in certain projects. The files are distributed through theNT-ware project team or support.The About site shows legal information.
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16microMIND V2 - Installation Guide2.9 Firmware updateThe microMIND V2 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).Update process:Format your USB stick according to the requirements listed above.Copy the MMAPP file onto the USB stick.Detach your microMIND V2 from the power supply. If PoE is used, detach the networkconnection.Attach the USB stick to the microMIND V2.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 V2 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 loaded successfully, theStatus LED will flash green. Now you can unplug theUSB stick and reboot the device.Power LED: offStatus LED: green flashing5. Afterwards the microMIND V2 starts its normalapplication.2.10 FAQHow to obtain the MAC Address of a microMIND V2?The MAC Address consists of two parts. The first part is the vendor ID for NT-ware which isalways the same: 743256The second part is the serial number of the microMIND V2, for example 100012.Following this, the resulting MAC Address will be: 74:32:56:10:00:12
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