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Chapter 1

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the NETGEAR® USB Multifunction Print Server.

NETGEAR Print Servers are fast and easy to set up with NETGEAR Print Server configuration

software. The print server allows you to share a printer without sharing your PC.

This manual describes in detail how to use the multi-function printer reservation feature, how to

reconfigure and troubleshoot the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server and provides you with

further reference information.

This chapter introduces the features, package contents, and appearance of the PS121v2 USB

Multifunction Print Server.

For quick installation and setup, please see the Installation Guide, which describes the installation

and use of the PS121v2 for operation with a Microsoft® Windows® XP, Windows® 2000,

Windows® Me, or Windows® 98SE 2nd edition system.

Key Features

The key features of the USB Multifunction Print Server are:

•Versatility.The USB Multifunction Print Server supports MFP functions such as print, scan

copy, fax, and storage operations using the supported operating systems.

•Easy Installation and Configuration. The NETGEAR Print Server software that assures fast

and easy setup for Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000, and Windows XP. The

software makes it simple to add PCs to the network that can use the printer connected to the

print server.

•Extremely compact size. This allows the print server to be used even where space is

extremely limited.

•Ethernet Port. 10/100 BASE-T standard Ethernet capable to connect any 10/100 Mbps hub

and switch.

•USB 2.0 port. The PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server has one 480 Mbps USB 2.0 port

for connecting to the printer.

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•Reserve Multi-Function Printer (MFP) Capability. You can temporarily reserve the printer

for for exclusive use by one PC when operating a multi-function printer in a non-print mode

such as scanning.

•Firmware Upgradeable. Upgradeable flash memory

For a list of USB printers that have been tested with NETGEAR print servers, see the Support

section of the NETGEAR Web site.

What’s in the Box?

The product package should contain the following items:

1. USB Multifunction Print Server

2. Power adapter

Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. web site at

http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/PS121.asp.

Note: Other USB printers may also be compatible, or partially compatible, but

NETGEAR has not tested them.

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3. USB cable

4. Resource CD, including:

– Driver and System Utility Software

– NETGEAR USB MultiFunction Printer Server PS121v2 Installation Guide

5. Warranty & Registration card

6. Support information card

If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the

carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the product for repair.

To qualify for product updates and product warranty registrations, fill out the registration

information within 30 days of purchase. For priority service, register online on the NETGEAR

Web page at: http://www.NETGEAR.com

You can also fill out and return the Warranty & Registration Card that is included in your product

package.

Hardware Description

The PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server LEDs indicate the status of the server and the

Ethernet traffic. It has one 10/100 Mbps network port. The port operates in 10/100 Mbps when

connected to a 10/100Mbps Ethernet network. It has one USB port. It has a power adapter

receptacle that accepts a 12V 1A DC power adapter. It has a diagnostic/reset button.

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Status Indicators

As illustrated in the figure below, the USB Multifunction Print Server has 2 LEDs.

See the table below for a description of the LED indicator lights:

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Table 1-1. LED Descriptions

ACT Status LED

(Green) ERROR LED

(Red) Description

Off Off No power

On Off Power on, idle normal operation

Flashing Off Normal operation transmitting or receiving data from the network.

On On No USB printer attached.

Flashing Flashing (LEDs flash in turn) Firmware upgrade in progress

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The USB Port

The USB port of the PS121v2 USB Multifunction Print Server is a standard USB connector.

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Note: The Model PS121 Mini Print Server does not support printers using parallel

connectors. If your printer uses a parallel connector, you should use one of the

other NETGEAR Print Servers such as the Model PS101 Mini Print Server.

PS121 USB 2.0 Port

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Diagnostic/Reset Push Button

This button has 2 functions:

• Restore the factory default settings

• Print a test page containing all current settings

The button is recessed. Use a pin or paper clip to press it.

How to Restore the Factory Default Settings

1. Unplug the Print Server from its power source.

2. Press and hold the diagnostic button. While pressing the button, apply power to the Print

Server and continue pressing the button until the ACT and ERROR LEDs flash alternately.

How to Generate a Diagnostic Printout

1. Ensure that both the Print Server and the attached printer are on.

2. Press the diagnostic button, and hold it in until the ERROR LED flashes slowly.

3. The test page, containing the current settings, will print.

Figure 1-4

Note: PostScript printers are unable to print this page. If you have a PostScript printer, the

test page will not be printed.

Recessed Diagnostic/Reset Button

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