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Level One Printer
Level One Printer
Servers
Servers
EPS-3001TU
FPS-3001TXU
FPS-2111TXU
FPS-2101TXU
FPS-2101USB
FPS-2013TXU
FPS-2003TXU
User Guide
User Guide
Copyright 2002. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Document Version: 1.3 (January, 2002)
P/N: 9590B502A0
All trademark and trade names are the properties of their respective owners.
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Table of Contents 1. Introduction.......................................................................................................1 Features ...................................................................................................................1 Safety Instructions...................................................................................................2 Package Contents .............................................................................................
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Other Printing Methods .........................................................................................59 9. Windows NT Server (TCP/IP).......................................................................60 Software Requirements .........................................................................................60 LevelOne Printer Server Configuration.................................................................60 Windows NT Host Configuration ...........................
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Introduction This chapter provides details of your LevelOne Printer Server's features and components. Congratulations on the purchase of your new LevelOne Printer Server. This device was designed to provide a simple and efficient network printing solution. Features Versatility. The LevelOne Printer Server supports up to five protocols: NetWare, TCP/IP, SMB (Service Message Block), AppleTalk (EtherTalk), and NetBEUI. Most models feature an auto-sensing 10/100BaseT Ethernet interface
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Level One Printer Servers Safety Instructions For your own safety, and to protect your LevelOne Printer Server, please observe the following safety advice. 1. Unplug this device from its power source before cleaning. Use only a slightly dampened cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. 2. Avoid using this product near water. Exposure to water poses an electric-shock hazard. 3. Do not place this device on an unstable surface. The device may fall causing serious damage t
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Introduction Package Contents You should find the following items packaged with your LevelOne Printer Server. If any items are missing, contact your dealer immediately. • LevelOne Printer Server • Power Adapter • One CD-ROM containing all support programs and the complete User Manual in on- line format (PDF and HTML). • This User’s Manual • Quick Install Guide - 3 -
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Level One Printer Servers Models This section contains details of all LevelOne Printer Server models covered by this manual. Please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with your new LevelOne Printer Server. EPS-3001TU (10BaseT Direct Attach) Figure 1: EPS-3001TU Item Description 1 Male Parallel Port, for direct connection to the printer. Orange Error LED. See page 11 for details. 2 Green Status LED. See page 11 for details. 3 4 9V Power port 5 10BaseT Connector. - 4 -
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Introduction FPS-3001TXU (100BaseT Direct Attach) 1 4 5 3 2 Figure 2: FPS-3001TXU Item Description Male Parallel Port, for direct connection to 1 the printer. 2 Orange Error LED. See page 11 for details. 3 Green Status LED. See page 11 for details. 4 5V Power port 5 10/100BaseT Connector. The FPS-2111TXU offers support for both 10BaseT and 100BaseT environments. It features one UTP connector and one bi-directional parallel port. - 5 -
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Level One Printer Servers FPS-2111TXU Figure 3 FPS-2111TXU Item Description 1 Parallel Port 2 Red Error LED. See page 11 for details. 3 Green Link LED See page 11 for details. 4 12V Power port 5 10/100BaseT Switches See page 11 for details. 6 10/100BaseT STP Connector 7 10/100BaseT Link LED - 6 -
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Introduction FPS-2101TXU Figure 4: FPS-2101TXU Item Description 1 Parallel Port 2 Green Link LED. See page 11 for details. 3 Red Error LED. See page 11 for details. 4 12V Power port 5 Diagnostic push button. See page 12 for details. 6 DIP Switches. See page 11 for details. 7 10/100BaseT Link LEDs. • If using 100BaseT, the upper LED will light. • If using 10BaseT, the lower LED will light. 8 10/100BaseT Connector 9 10Base2 connector. - 7 -
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Level One Printer Servers FPS-2013TXU Figure 5: FPS-2013TXU Item Description 1 Parallel Port 1 2 Parallel Port 2 3 Parallel Port 3 4 Red Error LED. See page 11 for details. 5 Green Link LED. See page 11 for details. 6 Reset Button. This will Reboot the LevelOne Printer Server. 7 10/100BaseT Switches. See page 11 for details. 8 10/100BaseT Link LED 9 10/100BaseT Connector 10 12V Power port - 8 -
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Introduction FPS-2003TXU Figure 6: FPS-2003TXU Item Description 1 Parallel Port 1 2 Parallel Port 2 3 Parallel Port 3 4 Green Link LED. See page 11 for details. 5 Red Error LED. See page 11 for details. 6 Diagnostic push button. See page 12 for details. 7 DIP Switches. See page 11 for details. 8 100BaseT Link LED - lights if using 100BaseT. 9 10BaseT Link LED - lights if using 10BaseT. 10 10Base2 connector. 11 10/100BaseT Connector 12 12V Power Port - 9 -
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Level One Printer Servers FPS-2101USB 6 5 4 7 3 1 2 Figure 7: FPS-2101USB Item Description ERR LED 1 ACT LED 2 LAN LED 3 USB Connector 4 10/100BaseT Connector 5 6 Reset Button. This will Reboot the LevelOne Printer Server. 7 12V Power Port - 10 -
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Introduction LED Indicators All LevelOne Printer Servers are fitted with 2 LED indicators. The red LED is the Status/Error indicator. The green LED is the Power/Link indicator. The LED indicator modes are described in the following table. Green LED Red/Orange LED Status Description Off Off No power. On On Hardware error. Flashing Flashing Firmware upgrade in progress. On Flashing (USB only) No printer connected to the USB port. On Off Normal operation - idle. Flashing Off Normal opera
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Level One Printer Servers Diagnostic Push Button Models FPS-2101TXU and FPS-2003TXU are fitted with a "Diagnostic Push Button". This button is used to restore the factory default settings, or to print a test page. The test page will contain all the current settings, and will be output to the printer attached to port 1. To restore the factory default settings: 1. Turn the LevelOne Printer Server OFF. 2. Press and hold the diagnostic button. While pressing the button, switch the LevelOne P
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LAN Installation This chapter describes how to install the LevelOne Printer Server in your Local Area Network. Procedure 1. Find the Default LevelOne Printer Server Name • The Default Server Name is shown on a sticker on the base of the device. It consists of 8 letters and/or digits. • Record this name, it will be needed during configuration. During configuration you will be able to change the device name. The new name MUST NOT contain any spaces or blanks 2. Connect the Print
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Level One Printer Servers 4. Power Up and Check • Plug in the power adapter cable. • If using 10/100BaseT on models FPS-2101TXU or FPS-2003TXU, check the LAN connection LEDs next to the 10/100BaseT connector. If neither the 10BaseT nor the 100BaseT LED lights when the LevelOne Printer Server is powered up, auto-negotiation has failed. In this case, set the DIP switches as described in the document for your model. • If using 10/100BaseT on models FPS-2111TXU or FPS-2013TXU, check the L
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Configuration This chapter provides an overview of the configuration process. Required Configuration The LevelOne Printer Server is designed to support many different platforms, and the configuration required will depend upon the environment in which it is installed. Depending upon the situation, any of the following may require configuration: • LevelOne Printer Server itself. • LAN Server. • Client PCs on the LAN. For each supported platform, detailed instructions are contained in th
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Level One Printer Servers WebAdmin Windows NT Server WebAdmin is installed on the NT (TCP/IP) Server, and then accessed using a Web Web Browser Browser. WPConfig Windows 3.1 Not all LevelOne Printer Server (IPX/SPX) features are available. - 16 -
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BiAdmin Utility Program This chapter covers the installation and operation of the BiAdmin utility. Requirements This program requires: • Windows 95, Windows 98 or ME • Windows NT 3.51, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000 or XP Additional Recommendations: • Screen resolution of 800 * 600 or greater. • If using Novell NetWare, installation of Novell's Client 32 for Windows is strongly recommended. This will greatly enhance the ability to BiAdmin to work with NetWare servers. Installation
