HP Laserjet 1200 - Manual (Page 46)

44 Chapter 3 Getting to know the print server EN
Understanding the print server’s features and
benefits
If you purchased an HP JetDirect 175X with your
HP LaserJet 1200 printer, you can perform the following tasks:
● Enhance workgroup productivity by placing your printer at a
convenient location on the network while improving network
printer performance.
● Connect your printer directly to the network.
● Share scan and print functions with others on the network.
Note You can only attach one printer to the print server. Do not use a USB
hub to attach more than one printer.
Using network protocols
The HP JetDirect 175X supports the following protocols:
● TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)
● IPX/SPX (Internetwork Packet Exchange)
● AppleTalk
Note IPX/SPX is not supported on Novell networks. You must configure the
HP JetDirect print server for a direct peer-to-peer connection from the
computer to the device rather than through a Novell server. This is
sometimes called IPX direct mode.
If you are setting up client-server printing on a Microsoft
Windows 95, 98, NT, or 2000 network, you can use the
installation software to configure your Windows 95, 98, NT,
or 2000 print server and then share the printer with client
computers.
If you are setting up peer-to-peer printing on a Microsoft
Windows 95, 98, NT, or 2000 network, you can use the
installation software to configure each client to print directly to
the printer.