HP 2101nw Wireless G Print Server - Manual (Page 11)

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Install the print server software
IMPORTANT: Do not connect the print server to the printer until the software instructs you to do so.
1. Close other software programs, especially HP software such as the HP Photosmart Studio, Device Manager, or
HP Director.
2. Insert the Wireless Print Server CD.
3. Open the CD and double-click the installer icon to install the software.
Follow the directions on the screen.
4. When the screen directs you to “Connect Print Server to PC”, use the setup cable with the micro-USB connector to
connect the print server to your Mac.
5. Plug in the power cord for the print server.
After a few seconds the computer recognizes the print server, and you can click Next.
6. When the screen directs you to “Add Print Server to the network”, choose Direct wireless connection to the printer
without a router.
Follow the instructions on your screen. You are now creating a wireless printer network for your printer.
7. Write down the name and any password you create for your new printer network.
8. When the screen directs you to “Run Wireless configuration utility to connect your PC to _____ network”, follow
these instructions.
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Turn on the Airport on your Mac. Consult Mac Help for instructions if necessary.
b. Click the icon again and select the wireless printer network you just created
c. Click Next on the Print Server dialog.
9. When the software directs you, remove the setup cable from the print server and computer and click Next.
10. Attach the print server to the printer using the standard USB cable.
11. Make sure the printer and print server are both on.
After a few seconds the computer recognizes the printer and you can click Next.
12. Click Finish to complete the installation.
TIP: Leave the “For best results, allow all users full printer access.” box checked. If this box is unchecked,
only an administrator can restart the printer if it pauses due to out of paper or other causes.
Install the printer software and connect to the printer
If the printer software is already installed on this computer, go to “Connect to the printer using Connection Manager”
on page 9.
If you need to install the printer software use the directions immediately following.
Leave your printer attached to the print server.
1. Make sure the printer is connected to the network. The Connection Manager icon will have the green checkmark
as shown below.
2. From the printer software CD or downloaded driver, double-click the HP Installer.
Follow the instructions on the screen.