xPrintServer Home Edition - Print Server Lantronix - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Print Server
Brand	Lantronix
Model	xPrintServer Home Edition
Dimensions	4.5 x 3.0 x 1.2 inches (estimated)
Weight	0.3 lbs (estimated)
Power Supply	5VDC power adapter with regional adapters
Ethernet Port	RJ45 CAT5 Ethernet
USB Port	One USB Type-A for printer connection
Wireless Support	Connects via wired Ethernet to wireless router
Supported OS	iOS, Mac OS, Windows (with Bonjour Print Services)
Printing Protocol	AirPrint, Bonjour
Setup Method	Automatic (plug and play)
LED Indicator	Glowing 'X' logo: blinks quickly during setup, pulses slowly when ready
Management Interface	Web-based at xPrintServer.local
Default Login	User ID: admin, Password: PASS
Care & Cleaning	Wipe with a dry, soft cloth; do not use liquids or cleaning agents
Safety Instructions	Use only supplied power adapter; avoid exposure to moisture
Spare Parts & Repairability	No user-serviceable parts; contact support for issues
Technical Support	Visit lantronix.com/support or call [phone] (Mon-Fri 6am-5pm PT)

Frequently Asked Questions - xPrintServer Home Edition Lantronix

How do I connect the xPrintServer to my network and printer?

Connect the USB printer to the xPrintServer using a USB cable. Then connect the xPrintServer to your wireless router/switch with an Ethernet cable. Finally, power on the xPrintServer using the supplied power adapter. The device will automatically configure printers within about 30 seconds.

How do I print from an iOS device (iPhone/iPad)?

Open the content you want to print (web page, email, photo) and tap the share icon. Select 'Print' from the menu. Choose your printer from the list of available networked printers, set copies, and tap 'Print'.

How do I add the printer on a Mac?

Go to System Preferences > Printers & Scanners. Click the '+' button. Your printer should appear in the list. Select it and click 'Add'. It will then be available for printing.

How do I set up printing on Windows?

First, ensure printer drivers are installed. Download and install Bonjour Print Services from Apple (support.apple.com/kb/DL999). Launch the Bonjour Printer Wizard, select your printer from the list, choose the manufacturer and model, and complete the installation.

What is the default login for the admin interface?

The default username is admin and the password is PASS (both case-sensitive). Access it via a web browser at xPrintServer.local.

What should I do if the printer is not detected?

Check all cable connections: USB between printer and xPrintServer, Ethernet between xPrintServer and router. Ensure the printer is powered on and working when connected directly to a computer. Restart the xPrintServer by unplugging and reconnecting power.

Can I use the xPrintServer with a wireless printer?

The xPrintServer is designed for USB printers. For network printers, it can discover them on the same network via Bonjour. However, it does not support direct wireless connection to the printer; it must be wired to the router.

Does the xPrintServer support AirPrint?

Yes, the xPrintServer supports AirPrint for iOS devices. It also works with Bonjour for Mac and Windows after installing Bonjour Print Services.

What is the indicator light telling me?

When first powered on, the glowing 'X' blinks quickly for about 30 seconds during auto-setup. After setup is complete, it pulses slowly, indicating the device is ready for printing.

How do I get technical support?

Visit lantronix.com/support or call [phone] Monday to Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time (excluding holidays).

USER MANUAL xPrintServer Home Edition Lantronix

Illustration of various black and white electrical plugs or connectors (no text or symbols visible)

xPrintServerQuick SPortGuidapter (5VDC) with regional adapters

RJ45 CAT5 Ethernet Cable - 3'

1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN

1. Test printing from a Windows or Mac computer (from which the USB printer is directly attached) is working before proceeding.
2. Internet access is required to download printer drivers.

2 QUICK CONNECT

graph TD
    A["USB Printer"] -->|USB Cable| B["Wireless Router/Switch"]
    B -->|Network Cable| C["USB Server"]
    C -->|Connect USB printer cable to USB port of xPrintServer.| D["1"]
    C -->|Connect network cable from wireless router/switch to xPrintServer.| E["2"]
    C -->|Power on the xPrintServer with supplied power adapter.| F["3"]

Auto Set-Up Process: The xPrintServer will automatically set-up your printers (USB & network) as soon it is connected, as shown above. The glowing "X" will blink quickly for about 30 seconds, then it will pulse slowly to show it's ready for printing.

3 HOW TO PRINT FROM iOS DEVICES

1. Using your iPad, iPhone or other iOS device, Open the web page, email, photo, etc. that you wish to print and choose the icon to open the native print menu:

1. From the Printer Options menu, choose Printer to display all available networked printers.

1. Select the appropriate printer. Then, select the number of copies and choose Print.

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4 HOW TO PRINT FROM MAC OS

1. Go to System Preferences, Hardware and click on Print & Scan.

1. Click on the + button on the lower left corner

1. A list of printers appear. Select the printer you wish to add and click on the Add button.

1. The printer is now added in your available list of printers and is ready to print.

5 HOW TO PRINT FROM WINDOWS OS

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Ensure the USB printer is working and the printer drivers are installed on the computer before proceeding.

INSTALL BONJOUR PRINT SERVICES

1. Bonjour Print Services is an Apple application that allows discovery of printers connected to the xPrintServer from a Windows PC. Go to the web address below to download and install Bonjour Print Services for Windows v2.0.2 or higher http://support.apple.com/kb/DL999
2. Follow the prompts to install Bonjour Print Services
3. Find the Bonjour Printer Wizard Bonjour Printer Wizard shortcut on your Desktop or in the Start/All programs menu and click to launch

Instructions for Windows XP

1. The Bonjour Printer Wizard appears with a list of discovered printers. Highlight the printer you wish to install.

1. Search and select your printer by manufacturer and model number and click Next.

Instructions for Windows 7

1. The Bonjour Printer Wizard appears with a list of discovered printers. Highlight the printer you wish to install.

1. Search and select your printer by manufacturer and model number and click Next.

5 HOW TO PRINT FROM WINDOWS OS continued

Instructions for Windows XP

1. To complete the installation, click Finish.

1. If you wish to configure the printer as the default printer go to: Start, Control Panel and click on Printers and Faxes

1. Select the printer and right click and select Set as default printer

Congratulations! Add printer setup is now complete.

Instructions for Windows 7

1. To complete the installation, click Finish.

1. If you wish to configure the printer as the default printer go to: Start, Control Panel and click on Devices and Printers

1. Select the printer and right click and select Set as default printer

Congratulations! Add printer setup is now complete.

6 FOR CUSTOM CONFIGURATION & PRODUCT DOCUMENTATION

Using a web browser log into the xPrintServer admin interface at xPrintServer.local with USER ID = admin and PASSWORD = PASS (both case sensitive)

Contact Technical Support

For technical support queries, visit http://www.lantronix.com/support or call [phone] Monday - Friday from 6:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, excluding holidays.

© 2012 Lantronix, Inc. Lantronix, Inc. and Lantronix are registered trademarks, and xPrintServer is a trademark of Lantronix, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of respective owners. Specifications subject to change without notice. iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective holders. 900-627-R Rev A 06/12