D-Link DP-G321 User Manual

ManualBuilding Networks for PeopleWireless Print ServerD-Link DP-G321 AirPlus G

10 Setting up the DP-G321Installing the Print ServerWARNING: Configuration problems may result if the Print Server is powered up withoutfirst establis

11Immediately after power-up, three of the green LEDs should illuminate steadily forseveral seconds. Then the USB LED should flash three times. Irreg

12When you enter the default IP address, the main screen of the Print Server’s con-figuration will appear (see below). In addition to the product info

13Device Status:Information about theprint server, includingthe firmware version,MAC/IP address, andthe “up time” can befound in this field.Printer St

14Using the Web Configuration (continued)Home > WirelessClick the Wireless button in the left column to display information about thewireless LAN.

15Click the Networkbutton in the leftcolumn to displayinformation aboutthe wireless LAN.Clicking Refreshwill update theinformation.Using the Web Conf

16Click the User button in the left column to display the user’s information.Using the Web Configuration (continued)Home > UserUsers Printing Log:

17ConfigurationClick on the Configuration tab from the tools bar of the main screen to enter theconfiguration page; it provides the configuration opti

18Using the Web Configuration (continued)Configuration > System Device and Port SettingServer Name: Assign a name to the print server.Location (opt

19Connection Mode: Select one of two connection modes: Infrastructure (default): Connect to an existing wireless AP orrouter in a WLAN. Ad-Hoc: Conn

2ContentsPackage Contents ...3Introduction...

20Using the Web Configuration (continued)Network

21Port Number: Enter the Port Number if you have enabled the Second HTTP Port.(For remote Web configuration and IPP printing.)..Using the Web Configur

22Using the Web Configuration (continued)Configuration > UserPrinting ControlBy configuring the Enable User Printing Control option (Yes or No), th

23Using the Web Configuration (continued)Configuration > SNMPSNMP ManagementSNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is a set of protocols for man

24ToolsUsing the Web Configuration (continued)Print TestClick Test to print a test page from the selected USB or parallel port.Click on the Tools link

25Using the Web Configuration (continued)Tools > EmailYou can assign an E-mail address to the print server, so that the print server cansend out ma

26Using the Web Configuration (continued)Tools > ResetResetClick Apply to immediately reset the print server.Factory ResetClick Apply to reload the

27Using the Web Configuration (continued)Tools > UpgradeFirmware UpgradeWhen a new version of firmware is available (e.g., downloaded from themanuf

28Using the Web Configuration (continued)Tools > BackupBackup Device Configuration to FileClick Apply to backup your current configuration of the p

29Using the Web Configuration (continued)HelpClick on the Help link from the tools bar of the main screen to enter the Help Page.This page provides a

3D-Link DP-G321 Wireless Multi-port Print ServerManual and Warranty on CDPrinted Quick Installation GuidePackage ContentsIf any of the above items

30TCP/IP Printing for Windows XPOpen the web browser, and type in the IP Address of the DP-G321.For example, type http://192.168.0.10 into the Locatio

31TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued)At the Configuration window, write down the Port Names for future reference.You will need this informati

32TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued)Select your Connection Mode.Enter the SSID of the remote access point or wireless router you wish toconnec

33TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued)When you select TCP/IP Protocol at the Network window, the screen belowappears. (We recommend that you kee

34Go to Start > Settings >Printers and Faxes >Add a PrinterClick Next.TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued)

35TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued)Select Local Printer.Click Next.Select Create a new port. Atthe pull-down menu, highlightStandard TCP/IP P

36Click OK.Input the Port Name ofthe port being used bythe printer.Select LPR.Select Custom.Then click Settings.TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (cont

37Click Finish.TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued)Click Next.Highlight the printer, as shown.If the desired printer is not onthe list, click Ha

38At this screen, you can input aname for the printer.Click Next.Click Next.TCP/IP Printing for Windows XP (continued)Click Finish.

39TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000Open the Web browser, and type in the IP Address of the DP-G321.For example, type http://192.168.0.10 into the Locat

4The D-Link DP-G321 Print Server is an 802.11g wireless Multi-Port Print Server thatallows you to connect your USB printer or parallel printer directl

40TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued)At the Configuration window, write down the Port Names for future reference.You will need this informa

41TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued)Select your Connection Mode.Enter the SSID of the remote access point or wireless router to which you wi

42TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued)When you select TCP/IP Protocol at the Network window, the screen belowappears. (We recommend that you k

43Go to Start > Settings >Printers.Double-click on the AddPrinter icon.Click Next.TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued)

44TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued)Select Local Printer.Click Next.Select Create a new port at thepull-down menu, highlight StandardTCP/IP

45TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued)Click Next.Click Next.Type in the IP address of the PrintServer in the Printer Name or IPAddress field.

46TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued)Click Finish.Click OK.Input the port name ofthe port being used bythe printer.Select LPR.Click Next.

47TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued)At this screen, you can input aname for the printer.Click Next.Click Next.Highlight the printer, as show

48Click Finish.The printer is now ready forprinting with Windows 2000 onyour network.TCP/IP Printing for Windows 2000 (continued)Click Next.Select Do

49TCP/IP Printingfor Windows 98SE/MeOpen the web browser, and type in the IP Address of the DP-G321.For example, type http://192.168.0.10 into the Loc

5External FeaturesPort ConnectorsThe DP-G321’s two USB ports and parallel port are located on its rear panel. Theprinter port can be configured using

50TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me (continued)At the Configuration window, write down the Port Names for future reference.You will need this info

51TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me(continued)Select your Connection Mode.Enter the SSID of the remote access point or wireless router to which you

52TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me(continued)When you select TCP/IP Protocol at the Network window, the screen below willappear. (We recommend that

53TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me (continued)Click Add.Highlight Client.Click Add.Go to Start > Settings >Control Panel.Double-click on Netw

54 TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me (continued)At this window,click Have Disk.Click OK to accept thelocation of the file.23141.2.3. Highlight lpr.i

55TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me (continued)Click OK.You should now beback to the NetworkProperties Page.Highlight LPR forTCP/IP Printing.Click P

56TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me (continued)The Port name and IPAddress will be displayed.(The Port Name at right isjust an example.)Click OK.Typ

57Click OK.Windows will ask fora restart.Click Yes.TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me (continued)

58Once your computer has rebooted, click onStart > Settings > Printers > Add Printer.When the Add Printer Wizardscreen appears, click Next

59TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me (continued)At the next screen, browse for the printerport. Highlight the port as shown. (The PortName in this wi

6Front Panel LED IndicatorsThere are two front panel indicators, each holding two separate LEDs (aligned in avertical position). As shown below, the f

60TCP/IP Printing for Windows 98SE/Me (continued)Select Yes to printa test page.Click Finish.Go to Start >Settings > PrintersCheck to see that y

61Unix/Linux PrintingPlease refer to the PS Admin Manual on the CD included with your purchase forinformation on setting up the Print Server in Unix/L

62Setting up Apple Talk or LPRPrinting in Mac OS XAt the Configurepull-down menu,select Manually.Open your SystemPreferenceswindow and ClickNetwork.Wi

63The default IPaddress of the PrintServer is192.168.0.10.Manually changeyour IP Address to102.168.0.x, wherex is any numberbetween 1 and 254(except 1

64Setting up Apple Talk or LPR Printingin Mac OS X (continued)To print, open a documentand select File > Printfrom the menu.Select Edit PrinterList

65Setting up Apple Talk or LPR Printingin Mac OS X (continued)Select the printingprotocol preferred,AppleTalk or LPRPrinters using IP.AppleTalk protoc

66Setting up Apple Talk or LPR Printingin Mac OS X (continued)LPR Printers using IPprotocol:When you select LPRPrinters using IP Proto-col, this windo

67Setting up Apple Talk Printingin Mac OS 9The AppleTalk network protocol is used with computers using the MacOS operatingsystem. It can be used for n

68Printing from Mac OS Client WorkstationsThe exact procedure for selecting a PostScript printer connected to your PrintServer may vary slightly, depe

69Printing from Mac OS Client Workstations(continued)If you have not previouslyset this printer as thedefault, your computerwill prompt you for aPostS

7Network Cable ConnectorThe Print Server’s rear panel has a LAN port for CAT5 Ethernetcabling. The port supports the NWay protocol, allowing the Print

70Networking BasicsUsing the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XPIn this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work, usingMicroso

71Networking Basics (continued)Please follow allthe instructions inthis window:Click Next.In this window,select thebest description ofyour computer.If

72Networking Basics (continued)Enter a Computerdescription and aComputer name(optional).Click Next.Enter a Workgroupname. All computerson your networ

73Networking Basics (continued)Please wait whilethe NetworkSetup Wizardapplies thechanges.When the changesare complete,click Next.Please wait whilethe

74Networking Basics (continued)In this window, selectthe best option. In thisexample, Create aNetwork Setup Diskhas been selected.You will run this di

75Networking Basics (continued)Please wait while the Network Setup Wizard copies the files.Please read the information under Here’s how in the screen

76Networking Basics (continued)The new settings will take effect when you restart the computer. Click Yes to re-start the computer.You have completed

77Networking Basics (continued)How to assign a Name to your computerTo name your computer, please follow these directions in Windows XP:Click Start (i

78Networking Basics (continued)How to assign a Name to your ComputerIn this window, enter theComputer name.Select Workgroup andenter the name of theW

79Networking Basics (continued)How to find your IP Address in Windows XPThis window will appear.Click theSupport tab.Click Close.Assigning a Stati

8D-Link wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-useand compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, busi

80Networking Basics (continued)Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows XP/2000Double-clickNetworkConnections.Double-clickProperties.Right-click Lo

81 Input your IP address andsubnet mask. (The IPaddresses on your networkmust be within the samerange. For example, if onecomputer has an IPaddress of

82Technical SpecificationsPrinter ConnectionPrinter Port: USB 2.0 or ParallelBidirectional Communication:Network ConnectionNetwork Standards: IEEE 80

83Frequently Asked QuestionsQ: I am unable to make a wireless connection between my wireless print server and my D-Link router.A: Most wireless connec

84You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website.D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United S

85Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. (“D-Link”) provides this Limitedwarranty for its product only to the pers

86After an RMA number is issued, the defective product must be packaged securely in the original orother suitable shipping package to ensure that it w

87Governing Law: This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California. Some statesdo not allow exclusion or limitation of i

88The Canon PrinterCanon BJC-55, 85Canon S100SPCanon S200SPCanon S300Canon S330Canon S400SPCanon S450Canon S520Canon S600Canon S750Canon S4500Canon S6

89Appendix: DP-G321 Printer Compatibility List for Windows (continued)Other printers from the brands listed above may also be supported.For an updated

9Standards-Based TechnologyBased on the IEEE 802.11g standard, the DP-G321 is interoperable with existingcompatible 2.4GHz wireless technology with d