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Introduction, Package contents – Allied Telesis FastPrint Server User Manual

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FastPrint Server User’s Guide

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1. Introduction

This chapter provides an overview of your FastPrint Server’s
features.

Congratulations on the purchase of your new FastPrint Server. The FastPrint is designed
to provide a simple and efficient network printing solution. It is packed with features,
including:

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Versatility.

The FastPrint Server supports up to five protocols: NetWare, TCP/IP,

SMB (Service Message Block), AppleTalk (EtherTalk), and NetBEUI. It features
two Ethernet interface ports. Operating system support includes Unix, Linux,
Novell, and Microsoft Windows.

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Easy Installation.

The FastPrint Server makes adding printers or plotters to your

network simple. It supports both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections. Its LAN
interface auto-sensing feature means that there is no need to set jumpers or perform
software configuration to select the network interface used.

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Compact Size.

The FastPrint can be used even where space is limited.

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Remote Management Tools.

A variety of software tools are provided. In most

environments, both the FastPrint Server and attached bi-directional printers can be
configured remotely.

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SNMP Support.

The FastPrint Server can act as a SNMP agent, with its own MIB.

This allows TCP/IP users to monitor, configure and troubleshoot the FastPrint using
their existing SNMP management tools.

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Internet Printing.

Using TCP/IP, the FastPrint can be configured to allow clients,

suppliers, colleagues and others to print to one of your printers from anywhere on
the Internet.

1.1. Package contents

You should find the following items packaged with your FastPrint Server. If any items
are missing, contact your dealer immediately.

The FastPrint Server

Power adapter

One CD-ROM containing all support programs and this manual