Introduction The MA401 802.11b Wireless PC Card helps you create a wireless network for sharing your broadband cable or DLS internet access among multiple PCs in and around your home or office. It is designed for notebook computers running Microsoft Windows 95B, 98, 2000, NT, Millennium. It is 16-bit PCMCIA and 32-bit CardBus compatible and works in any available PCMCIA or CardBus slot. Its auto-sensing capability allows packet tranfer in 11Mbps for maximum throughput, or speed reduction to the lower 1Mbps speed for distance or working in a noisy environmen 1. If you have chosen to install the card with the PC turned off, turn the power on now. The new hardware is found, and the driver is automatically loaded. Click "Next."

802.11b Wireless PC Card

Installation Guide

START HERE

MA 401
1. Open the box and verify its contents 2. Connect NETGEAR to your environment
3. Install wireless LAN configuration utility.
2. In the next Add New Hardware Wizard window, select "Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended)," and then click "Next." 3. Click on "Specify a location" and enter the drive letter for the CD-ROM drive. Insert the MA401/MA301 Wireless Network Card Resource CD. Click on "Browse"
4. Configure wireless parameters.
5. Enjoy being connected!
As a last step, be sure to register your network card at http://www.netgear.com.
1 OPEN BOX AND VERIFY CONTENTS
Make sure you have the following: 4. Double-click on the CD-ROM drive letter. Double-click to select the MA401 folder in the CD-ROM. Click on the WIN98 folder in the MA401 folder, and click on "OK" to continue. Model MA401 Wireless PC Card
MA401/MA301 Netword Card Resource CD.
Installation Guide and Support Inforation Card NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR E-mail: support@NETGEAR.com www.NETGEAR.com Support Information See Support Information Card for phone numbers. Internet / World Wide Web Go to http://www.NETGEAR.com for the NETGEAR Web page. Defective or damaged merchandise can be returned to your point-of-sale representative. IMPORTANT! Please register online. YOU MUST REGISTER TO OBTAIN TECHNICAL SUPPORT. PLEASE RETAIN PROOF OF PURCHASE and this warranty information. To register your product, get product support, or to obtain product information and NETGEAR product documentation, direct your Web browser to the http://www.NETGEAR.com Web page. If you do not have access to the World Wide Web, you can register your product using the enclosed registration card and mail it to NETGEAR customer service.
2 CONNECT NETGEAR TO YOUR ENVIRONMENT
Install the Network Card The MA401 802.11b Wireless PC Card is hot swappable, which means that you can insert it into a notebook that is either powered on or shut down. You must install the network card before installing the network driver. Before you proceed with the installation steps, decide on a name for your network and for each PC (each network must have the same workgroup name and each PC must have a unique computer name.) Install the Network Driver This section explains how to install the Windows 98 Network Driver. Other versions of Microsoft Windows may respond with different dialog boxes, or the dialog boxes may open in a different sequence than those shown in this guide, but should prompt you for the same information. Note: You also need to have the Windows 98 CD and the MA401/MA301 Network Card Resource CD ready to use in the installation process. Note: If the "Insert Disk" dialog box opens and the "Please insert the disk labeled Windows 98." message appears at any time during the installation process, insert the Windows 98 CD and click "OK." Then follow the next step in the instructions. Model MA401 Wireless PC Card 5. When Windows returns back to the original Add New Hardware Wizard window, the Specify a location entry field should show "D:\MA401\WIN98". assuming D: is the drive letter for the CD-ROM drive. Click on "Next".

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6. Windows indicates that the best driver for the device has been found. Click on "Next". Windows starts copying files into your system.
4 CONFIGURE WIRELESS PARAMETERS
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Double-click on the wireless SysTray icon activates the wireless LAN configuration utility for the MA401 Wireless PC Card. You can click on any folder tab in window to modify any operating parameter. The configurable parameters of the MA401 Wireless PC Card show below.

Statement of Conditions In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein. Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer It is hereby certified that the Model MA401 Wireless PC Card has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. Please refer to the notes in the operating instructions.
7. In the next Add New Hardware Wizard window, click Finish. to complete the installation. 8. When asked if you want to reboot the system, remove the network card resource CD or the Windows 98 CD from the CD-ROM drive, and then click "Yes" to reboot the system. Verify Driver Installation 1. Double-click "My Computer" on the Windows desktop, double-click "Control Panel" and then double click "System". 2. Click on "Device Manager" folder tab, and double-click "Network adapters". 3. Double-click "NETGEAR MA401 Wireless PC Card". A new window pops up with a message box in the middle of the window describing the device status.
Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of the placing of this equipment on the market and has been granted the right to test the series for compliance with the regulations. VCCI Statement This equipment is in the Class B category (information equipment to be used in a residential area or an adjacent area thereto) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Data Processing Equipment and Electronic Office Machines aimed at preventing radio interference in such residential areas. When used near a radio or TV receiver, it may become the cause of radio interference. Read instructions for correct handling. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the Declaration of Conformity limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC NETGEAR Model MA401 Wireless PC card Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection Tested to comply with FCC Standards against harmful interference in a residential installation. This FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: (1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna, (2) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver, (3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected, (4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Federal Communcations Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement

5 ENJOY BEING CONNECTED!

With the NETGEAR MA401 Wireless PC Card installed, your notebook is now ready to network with any IEEE 802.11b compatible wireless node to share files and peripheral.
3 INSTALL WIRELESS LAN CONFIGURATION UTILITY
A wireless LAN configuration utility program is provided to give you information on your wireless network such as signal quality and link conditions, and to allow you to modify the various configurable parameters of the PC card. Install the wireless LAN configuration utility program 1. Insert the MA401/MA301 Network Card Resource CD into the CD-ROM drive. From the Windows 98 desktop, open My Computer. Double-click on the CD-ROM drive letter to look into the content of the CD. Double-Click on the MA401 folder and then double-click on the UTILITY folder 2. Double-click on the SETUP application icon to start the installation procedure. The InstallShield Wizard opens. Click on "Next" to continue. 3. Click "Yes" on the Software License Agreement window to accept the agreement. 4 Click on "Browse" to change the destination location where the wireless LAN configuration utility program is installed. Otherwise, click on "Next" to continue. 5 Modify the "Program Folders" entry field if desired. Click on "Next" to continue.
For additional detail on configuring the MA401 Wireless PC Card, please refer to the reference guide located in the MA401/MA301 Network Card Resource CD.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

General Specifications Radio Data Rate Frequency Range Model MA401 Wireless PC Card 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps (Auto rate capable) 2.4 GHz to 2.5 GHz Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) outdoor environment 1 Mbps-1650 ft (503 m) 2 Mbps-1320 ft (402 m) 5.5 Mbps-1155 ft (352 m) 11 Mbps-835 ft (255 m) Encryption 40-bit (64-bit) WEP encryption 128-bit WEP encryption Maximum Computers/network Bus interface Drivers Dimensions Limited by the amount of packets generated by each node; typically 30 to 70 PCMCIA Type II PC Card Microsoft Windows 95B, 98, NT, 2000, Millennium L: 85 mm (3.3 in) W: 54 mm (2.1 in) H: 5 mm (0.2 in) Weight Status LEDs Environmental Specifications Electromagnetic Compliance Warranty 43.4 g (1.6oz) Wireless Activity Operating temperature: 0 to 550C Operating humidity: 10 to 90%, noncondensing FCC Part 15 Class B Limited 5-year warranty indoor environment 1 Mbps-500 ft (152 m) 2 Mbps-400 ft (122 m) 5.5 Mbps-270 ft (82 m) 11 Mbps-175 ft (53 m)
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation. EN Statement This is to certify that the Model MA401 Wireless PC Card is shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC, Article 4a. Conformity is declared by the application of EN Class B (CISPR 22). Compliance is dependent upon the use of shielded data cables. Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (Model MA401 Wireless PC Card) does not exceed the Class B limits for radionoise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Rglement sur le brouillage radiolectrique du ministre des Communications Cet appareil numrique (Model MA401 Wireless PC Card) respecte les limites de bruits radiolectriques visant les appareils numriques de classe B prescrites dans le Rglement sur le brouillage radiolectrique du ministre des Communications du Canada.

6 Click on the "Yes, I want to restart my computer" button selection to restart the computer. And click on "Finish" to complete the installation. System Tray Applications Note: The SysTray (System Tray) resides on one end of the taskbar in the Microsoft Windows desktop. It displays interface icons for memory-resident applications that execute in the background continuously, such as the clock, speaker volume, and virus detection. The wireless LAN configuration utility installation for the MA401 Wireless PC Card adds a status reporting and configuration utility icon in the SysTray. Once you have completed the installation, the Windows 98 SysTray should show the following icon in different colors. This icon indicates different status depending on the operating mode of the MA401 Wireless PC Card. Icon color Ad-hoc mode Red The wireless adapter has not initiated communication with any other wireless node. Not applicable Infrastructure mode The wireless adapter is not able to link to any access point or the link between the wireless adapter and the access point is lost. The link condition between the wireless adapter and the associated access point is weak.

Yellow Green

The wireless adapter has suc- The wireless adapter has established good communicessfully communicated with cation with an access point and the signal quality is strong. another wireless node.

PS111W Wireless Ready Print Server

Installation Guide

NETGEAR, INC. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR E-mail: support@NETGEAR.com www.NETGEAR.com

Technical Support

YOU MUST REGISTER TO OBTAIN TECHNICAL SUPPORT. PLEASE RETAIN PROOF OF PURCHASE AND THE WARRANTY INFORMATION. To register your product, get product support or obtain product information and product documentation, go to http://www.NETGEAR.com/register. You will find technical support information at http://www.NETGEAR.com/ through the Customer Service area. If you want to contact technical support by telephone, see the support information card for the correct telephone number for your country.
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Start Here

Instructions in this guide are for users with the following: Microsoft Windows 95,Windows 98,Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows NT An Ethernet network card with the TCP/IP protocol enabled A NETGEAR MA401 802.11b Wireless PCMCIA PC Card* An optional 802.11b wireless capable network *PC Card not included, sold separately All other users must refer to Installation and Reference for the NETGEAR Printer Server on the PS100 Series Print Server Resource CD for complete hardware and software installation instructions. NETGEAR provides an excellent family of wireless products. The ME102 802.11b wireless access point bridges between a 802.11b wireless network and an Ethernet. The MA401 802.11b wireless PC card brings mobile networking capability to your notebook computer. Using an MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter on a desktop PC gives your PC access to a 802.11b wireless local area network (WLAN).

Package Contents

Verify that your package contains the following: PS111W Wireless Ready Print Server 12V, 800mA Power Adapter PS100 Series Print Server Resource CD Installation Guide Warranty & Owner Registration Card Support Information Card
Power adapter PS111W Print Server
Note: If the supplied power adapter does not meet your country requirements, make sure you use the appropriate power adapter as required by your national electrical codes and ordinances.
PS111W Print Server Resource CD, installation guide, support information card & warranty/registration card
Call your reseller or NETGEAR Customer Support in your area if there are any wrong, missing, or damaged parts. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials. Use them to repack the print server if you need to return it for repair.

Wireless Ready

Print Server

ALERT LAN WLAN

PS111W
The following table describes the activity of the LEDs on the PS111W
Wireless Ready Print Server
Label PWR (Power) ALERT Color Green Amber Activity On Off On Blinking Off On Description Power is supplied to the print server. Normal Operation Hardware error Upgrading BIOS flash ROM No LAN connection Normal Operation Idle (No data is being transmitted or received from the LAN.) Normal Operation Active (Data is being transmitted or received from the LAN.) No wireless PC card detected Normal Operation Idle (No data is being transmitted or received from the wireless network.) Normal Operation Active (Data is being transmitted or received from the wireless network.)

Blinking

Off On

Wireless PC Card Slot

To take advantage of the optional wireless capability, you must remove the rubber slot cover before you can put in a NETGEAR MA401 802.11b Wireless PC Card. Insert the PC card very carefully to avoid damaging to the PC card or the print server slot. Apply only enough force to push the PC card firmly and slowly into the print server.

Rear Panel

PRINTER NETWORK

12V DC

Label PRINTER NETWORK
Function Parallel Printer Port 10/100 BASE-T Network Port Diagnostic and Restoreto-default Button
Description Accepts an IEEE1284 printer cable that connects to the printer. Auto-sensing 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port for direct connection to a 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps port on a switch or hub. Briefly pressing the button has no effect. Pressing the button for two seconds will print the status of the print server, including wired and wireless information, on the attached printer.
Note: This is the best way to obtain the IP address of the print server, since the default setting for the PS111W is DHCP.
A small button with no label
Turn the power off, hold the Reset Button. Powering on the print server and holding this button for more than 10 seconds will restore the print server to the factory default settings.
Warning: You will lose the current configuration in the PS111W, so use this function with care.

Power Supply Inlet

Accepts the 12V 800mA power supply.
Note: NETGEAR advises that you use genuine NETGEAR accessories to avoid damaging the unit. For part re-ordering, please refer to the Replacement Power Adapter section at the end of this guide.

Typical applications

You can use only one of the following applications.

Wired LAN only

Printer

PRINTER

NETWORK

PS111W Printer Server

DS108 Hub
Use this configuration if no wireless card is installed in the PS111W Print Server

Wired LAN (Infrastructure Mode)

MA401 Card

Access Point

Notebook PC

Desktop PC
Requires that a NETGEAR MA401 802.11b Wireless PC card be installed in the PS111W Print Server. In Infrastructure mode, the Wired LAN connection on the PS111W CANNOT be used. Note that configuration must be performed via a Wired connection, which can be disconnected once the Wireless configuration is completed.

Wired LAN (Ad-hoc Mode)

Desktop
Requires that a NETGEAR MA401 802.11b Wireless PC card be installed in the PS111W Print Server. Note that configuration must be performed via a Wired connection, which can be disconnected once the Wireless configuration is completed.
Wired and Ad-hoc Wireless LAN
Requires that a NETGEAR MA401 802.11b Wireless PC card be installed in the PS111W Print Server. The Wireless LAN MUST use Ad-hoc mode in order to use both the wired and wireless connections on the PS111W Print Server.

Invalid Configuration!

ME102 Wireless
You CANNOT use both the wired and wireless connections on the PS111W simultaneously if the wireless LAN is in infrastructure mode. A valid setup connects and the Access Point to a hub or switch. In this scenario, there is no need to insert an Wireless PC Card into the PS111W.

Physical Installation

If you have a NETGEAR MA401 802.11b Wireless PCMCIA Card, insert if before starting. (There is no PCMCIA Wireless card included in the PS111W print server package. It is sold separately by NETGEAR.) Remove the rubber slot cover on the side of the PS111W Print Server. Insert the NETGEAR MA401 802.11b Wireless PCMCIA Card into the side slot. Apply only enough force to firmly and slowly push the PC card into the print server.
1. Position the Print Server
You can place the print server on a desktop or any flat surface. To save workspace, you can also mount the print server on the side of a printer with Velcro strips. You can also mount the PS111W Print Server to a vertical surface with any kind of wall mounting kit.
2. Connect the Printer Cable

Connect an IEEE 1284- compliant cable (not provided) from the printer to the PRINTER port on the print server.
3. Connect the Network Cable
Connect an Ethernet cable (Category 3 or higher for 10 Mbps and Category 5 for 100 Mbps) from the print server to an Ethernet switch or hub. Note: Ethernet specifications limit the length of an unshielded twisted pair cable (UTP cable) to no more than 100 meters.

4. Verify Operation

Connect the power adapter first to the power receptacle on the rear panel of the print server and then to the power outlet on the wall. When power has been applied to the print server: The green PWR (power) LED on the front panel should be on. The green LAN LED on the connected network port is on. If an MA401 802.11b Wireless PC Card has been correctly inserted, the green WLAN LED should be on.
If you find any problems:
Check all connections If required, verify the integrity of the print server by resetting it. Turn power to the print server off and then back on. Refer to Troubleshooting Information at the end of this document for further information.
Print Server Configuration
An Administration program and Setup Wizard for Windows is provided to simplify Print Server configuration. The Administration program and Setup Wizard should only be installed on one PC, typically the PC used by the LAN administrator.
Installing the Administration Tools and Setup Wizard
1. Insert the NETGEAR Print Server Resource CD into the CD ROM drive. If the auto setup program is not started, go to Start Run and type d: \setup , where d is the CD ROM drive letter. A welcome screen runs. Click on Next. A message screen shows some important information. Read the message and click on Next. The "Select Components" screen shows the components you can install from the CD. There are four (4), as listed below. Click on Next to install all components. NETGEAR Print Server Setup Wizard Use this for quick and easy configuration of the Print Server. NETGEAR Add Printer Wizard This component should be installed on all PCs that need to print to the print server. See PC Setup for further details. Administrative tools Use this program to manage the NETGEAR Print Server and perform advanced configuration. User Manual Copy the detailed user's manual and reference guide from the CD onto your PC.

2. 3. 4.

The "Choose Destination Location" screen lets you choose the location where you want to install the NETGEAR Print Server software. Normally it is "C: \Program Files\NETGEAR Print Server". Click on Next to continue with the default setting. The "Select Program Folder" screen lets you choose the program folder name for your NETGEAR Print Server software. The default name is NETGEAR Print Server. Click on Next to continue with default settings. The default settings let you read the manual and continue with configuration of the print server. Click on "Finish" The selected software will be installed on your PC.

7. The "Setup Complete" screen is now displayed.

Using the Setup Wizard

By default, the Setup Wizard will run automatically after it is installed. 1. 2. The first screen is informational. Click on Next. The next screen will show the available print servers. 3. Select the desired print server from the list, then click on Next. If the Print Server you expect is not on the list, check all connections and click the "Re-fresh" button a couple of times.
The following screen displays the default name of the print server. This name is on the base of the print server from the factory default. You can assign the name, and the Workgroup, or simply click on Next and keep the default. The Wizard has a screen for IPX (Novell NetWare) printing. This option is not available for the PS111W print server. Click Next to continue. On the "TCP/ IP" screen: Select Obtain IP Address automatically for DHCP client Select Fixed IP Address if your LAN does not have a DHCP Server. If you choose Fixed IP Address, you can click on the "Suggest New Values" button to get a useable IP address to work on your LAN environment. Click on Next to continue.
If a wireless card is installed, the next screen provides setup for the wireless printing environment. Make SSID the same as used in the existing wireless environment. The Channel number should also match the existing wireless environment. If WEP is enabled, make sure the encryption keys are identical. Also, confirm that the authentication method (Open system or Shared key) is correct. For more details, please refer to the Users manual and reference guide. Click on Next to continue. Click on Finish to complete the print server setup. If you have installed the NETGEAR Add Printer Wizard, click on Yes to continue with setting up printer for local printing, as described in PC Setup below.
The final screen tells you the print server is ready to be used.

Resetting the PS111W

If you think you have modified the print server configuration to the point where it cannot be found by the print server configuration software, you may reload the factory default settings back into the print server using the following procedure. Turn the power off, hold down the Reset button, and then power on the print server. Continue holding down the Reset button for more than 10 seconds. If the problem continues and you have completed all the preceding diagnoses, contact NETGEAR Customer Support. For the telephone number of the technical support representative in your area, see the included Support Information Card.

PC Setup

This setup is required on every Windows PC that needs to print to the NETGEAR Print Server. The PS111W Print Server first must be configured, as described above. If continuing from the Print Server configuration above, proceed to the following section Running the Add Printer Wizard.
Installing the Add Printer Wizard
1. Insert the NETGEAR Print Server Resource CD into the CD ROM drive. If the auto
setup program is not started, go to "Start Run " and type " d:\setup ", where " d " is the drive letter of the CD ROM drive. 2. 3. 4. A welcome screen runs. Click on Next. A message screen shows some important information. Read the message and click on Next. The "Select Components" screen shows the components you can install from the CD. 5. 6. 7. Select ONLY the "NETGEAR Add Printer Wizard". Click on Next to continue.
Accept the default destination on the "Choose Destination Location" screen by clicking Next. Accept the default on the "Select Program Folder" by clicking Next. The "Setup Complete" screen is now displayed. Click "Finish" to install and run the NETGEAR Add Printer Wizard.
Running the Add Printer Wizard
By default, the NETGEAR Add Printer Wizard will run when it is installed. 1. 2. 3. 4. Read the reminder dialog and click OK. Print Servers and their ports will be listed on the screen. Select the desired port on a Print Server, and then click on the "Add" button. A pop-up message will inform you if the port has been created successfully: The name of the new port is displayed. You will need to select this port later, within the Windows Add Printer Wizard. Please record this port name below Port Name: _______________________________________ 5. 6. Click OK, and then the Windows Add Printer Wizard will start. Select the correct Printer Manufacturer and Printer Model. When prompted for the Port, ensure you select the "Port Name" recorded above. Do NOT select the default port "LPT1". If Windows prompts you about sharing the printer, do not enable Sharing. Follow the Windows Add Printer Wizard to complete the installation:
Installation is now complete. You can now print using the Print Server to print to the attached printer.

Troubleshooting

Problem When running the Print Server Administration Program from the network administrator's PC, the print server cannot be seen. Cause Either a hardware or software problem could prevent you from seeing the print server from the managing station. Solution Make sure that: There is a proper link established between the print server and the hub or workstation. If the LAN or WLAN LED is on, the link is good. You should use proper cables. With 10BASE-T connections, you can use Category 3, 4, or 5 cables. With 100BASE-TX connections, you can use only Category 5 cables. If the NetBEUI protocol is installed in the PC, the NETGEAR Setup Program can use the NetBEUI protocol to search for print servers connected on the same network as the network administrators PC. Click on the Protocol button on the main screen to make sure that NetBEUI is selected. You may use Web Management. See Chapter 3 of the reference manual on the resource CD. The print server is not listed when you run the Administrative Tools for Print Server Setup program. The PS111W print server may not have a proper IP address. Check the connections to the print server, and ensure that it is ON. If your LAN has TCP/IP ONLY, and does not have a DHCP server, the print server will not be listed. You can use the IP Setup program to assign an IP address to the print server. The IP Setup program is installed with the ADMIN installation. By default, PS111W Print Server is set to be a DHCP client and obtain an IP address automatically. It is possible to get a different IP address from DHCP server after reset. To manage by the browser, check the IP address by using the diagnostic button and print out the Print Server status. Using the Device Name may work as well.

After the print server is reset or resta, the browser cannot find the print server any more.
Using diagnostic button does not print the print server status. Cannot print any more after printing normally for a period of time.
The printer may not be a text printer. As a result, there will be no print out. It may be the IP address changed without the system knowing it. Reboot the system. The print server may be overheated due to the surrounding environment.
Power cycling the print server may resolve the problem.
Check the WINS server and make sure the print server name mapped with the correct IP address, if there is WINS. Power cycle the print server by unplugging and plugging the power cord. Lowering the temperature may stabilize the printing environment.
Replacement Power Adapter
PWR-012-101 Power adapter (12 V DC, 800 mA), linear, North America PWR-012-281 Power adapter (12 V DC, 800 mA) linear, Australia PWR-012-381 Power adapter (12 V DC, 800 mA) linear, General Europe PWR-012-401 Power adapter (12 V DC, 800 mA), linear, Japan PWR-012-701 Power adapter (12 V DC, 800 mA), linear, United Kingdom

Technical Specifications

Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility
IEEE 802.3u, 100BASE-TX, Fast Ethernet IEEE 802.3i, 10BASE-T CSMA/CD Interface IEEE 802.11b 11Mbps maximum CSMA/CA NetBEUI and TCP/IP

PCMCIA Slot

PCMCIA Type II 16bit bus

Power Specifications

Input voltage 100 to 240 V AC, 50 to 60 Hz, according to the power adapter Output voltage 12 V DC at 0.8 Amps, maximum Power consumption 7 W

Physical Specifications

Width 6.3 in. (16.1 cm) Height 1.0 in. (2.6 cm) Depth 4.0 in. (10.1 cm) Weight 1.3 lb. (0.5 kg)
Environmental Specifications
Operating temperature: 0 deg to 40 deg C (32 deg to 104 deg _F) Operating humidity: 90% maximum relative humidity, noncondensing

Warranty Information

Print server and Power adapter, 2 years
Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer
It is hereby certified that the, Model PS111W Print Server has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992.The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. Please refer to the notes in the operating instructions. Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of the placing of this equipment on the market and has been granted the right to test the series for compliance with the regulations.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice
Note: Modifications to this device change it from the original state it was in when tested and may alter the device so that it no longer complies with FCC testing limitations for Class B digital devices. According to FCC regulations, the user could be prohibited from operating this equipment if it is modified. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. 2. This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is 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 into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

EN Statement

This is to certify that the Model PS111W Print Server is shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC, Article 4a. Conformity is declared by the application of EN Class B (CISPR 22). Compliance is dependent upon the use of shielded data cables.
2002 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved.

Trademarks

NETGEAR is a trademark of NETGEAR Inc. Microsoft Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Statement of Conditions

In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.