M205/M206 Print Server

Quick Installation and

Configuration Guide

Manual Version 5.6.1

For firmware versions up to

and including 5.6.5

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Master Table of Contents
The Table of Contents includes listings for both the M205/
M206 Print Server Quick Installation and Configuration
Guide as well as the Appendices. The appendices are
included on a disk included with your M205/M206. The
files are called:
windows.pdf Appendix A
unix.pdf Appendix B
novell.pdf Appendix C
apple.pdf Appendix D
extra.pdf Appendix E
specs.pdf Appendix F
command.pdf Appendis G

MANUAL OVERVIEW ............................................... 1

PDF File Index.....................................................................1
Documentation Conventions................................................2
M205/M206 INTRODUCTION.................................... 3
Overview..............................................................................3
What is the M205/M206? ....................................................3
How Does the M205/M206 Work?......................................4
Product Features...................................................................5
M205/M206 INSTALLATION ..................................... 7
Overview..............................................................................7
Unpacking the M205/M206.................................................7
Attaching to the Network.....................................................8
CONFIGURATION TOOLS...................................... 13
Overview............................................................................13
Two-Part Configuration .....................................................13
Available Tools..................................................................13
WINDOWS CONFIGURATION................................ 17
Overview............................................................................17
Environment Description ...................................................17

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Workstation Configuration ................................................21
Alternate Windows Printing Solution................................24
Troubleshooting Tips .........................................................26
UNIX CONFIGURATION ......................................... 29
Overview............................................................................29
Environment Description ...................................................29
M205/M206 Configuration................................................30
Host Configuration.............................................................32
Troubleshooting Tips .........................................................33
NOVELL CONFIGURATION ................................... 37
Overview............................................................................37
Environment Description ...................................................37
M205/M206 Configuration................................................38
Host Configuration.............................................................38
Troubleshooting Tips .........................................................43
APPLETALK CONFIGURATION ............................ 45
Overview............................................................................45
Environment Description ...................................................45
M205/M206 Configuration................................................46
Host Configuration.............................................................46
Troubleshooting Tips .........................................................47
M205/M206 REFERENCE PAGES.......................... 49
Overview............................................................................49
M205/M206 Naming Scheme............................................49
............................................................................................50
M205/M206 Command Shell ............................................50
Back to Factory Defaults ...................................................55
Firmware Upgrades............................................................56
GETTING HELP....................................................... 57
Help Methods Available ....................................................57
Repair Procedure................................................................58
M205/M206 SPECIFICATIONS ............................... 63
Hardware Specifications ....................................................63
Software Specifications .....................................................68
GLOSSARY ............................................................. 71
Appendix A - More on Windows ......................... A-1

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Overview......................................................................... A-1
M205/M206
Configuration .................................................................. A-2
General Workstation Configuration................................ A-7
Windows 95
Workstation Setup........................................................... A-8
Windows NT
Workstation Setup......................................................... A-10
Windows for Workgroups Workstation Setup.............. A-15
Appendix B - More on Unix ................................. B-1
Overview..........................................................................B-1
M205/M206 Configuration..............................................B-2
Host Configuration Overview..........................................B-8
Direct Printing Without the Spooler ................................B-8
Printing Via the Spooler.................................................B-10
Manual System V Host Setup ........................................B-13
Manual LPR/LP Host Setup ..........................................B-16
Printing from AIX..........................................................B-22
Manual Printing with FTP’s PC/TCP ............................B-23
Printing Using FTP Daemon..........................................B-24
Direct Socket Printing....................................................B-24
Device Printing - Microplex’s NPD ..............................B-25
Troubleshooting .............................................................B-30
Appendix C - More on Novell .............................. C-1
Overview..........................................................................C-1
M205/M206
Configuration ...................................................................C-2
Host Configuration...........................................................C-2
Optional
Commands .......................................................................C-8
Troubleshooting .............................................................C-11
Appendix D - More on AppleTalk ........................ D-1
Overview......................................................................... D-1
M205/M206
Configuration .................................................................. D-2
Appendix E - Extra Features/Additional Informa-
tion......................................................................... E-1
Overview..........................................................................E-1

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Print Server Architecture .................................................E-2
General Options ...............................................................E-5
M205/M206 Security .......................................................E-7
Printer Monitoring and Logging ....................................E-10
FTP Daemon ..................................................................E-12
Managing with SNMP ...................................................E-19
Troubleshooting .............................................................E-23
NCSA.............................................................................E-23
Appendix F - More on Specifications ..................F-1
Overview.......................................................................... F-1
Network Connectors ........................................................ F-2
Power Socket ................................................................... F-2
Parallel Port (PRN) .......................................................... F-3
M205/M206 LEDs ........................................................... F-7
Variable Definitions......................................................... F-7
Appendix G - More on Commands ..................... G-1
Overview......................................................................... G-1
Command Shell Overview.............................................. G-2
Complete Command List ................................................ G-3
INDEX ......................................................................... i

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MANUAL OVERVIEW
This manual describes the installation and configuration of
an M205/M206 on your network. It describes a basic setup
for each supported network environment. For more detailed
information about configuration and management, please
see the Portable Document Format (PDF) files available on
disks supplied with the M205/M206 or from the Technical
Support section of Microplex’s Web site,
“http://www.microplex.com/”.

PDF File Index

Table 1 lists the PDF files that are available on the disk
included with your unit. Please refer to these documents if
you can’t find what you’re looking for in this manual.

Table 1: Microplex PDF Files

Filename Description

windows.pdf Appendix A - Print setups for Win-

dows environments.

unix.pdf Appendix B - Step-by-step manual

configuration instructions for Unix
environments.

novell.pdf Appendix C - RPRINTER configura-

tion and other Novell information.

apple.pdf Appendix D - Additional configuration

for AppleTalk environments.

extra.pdf Appendix E - Details about the M205/

M206’s additional features such as
printer logging.

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Table 1: Microplex PDF Files

Filename Description

specs.pdf Appendix F - Additional specifica-

tions for the M205/M206 hardware.

command.pdf Appendix G - In depth look at the

M205/M206’s internal command shell.
(for commonly used commands, see-
Common npsh Commands on page 52.)

Documentation Conventions
Command syntax and examples are formatted as follows:
• The Courier font in boldface indicates commands that
you type.
$ ping ftp.microplex.com

• Regular Courier font indicates displayed results.

ftp.microplex.com is alive

• Example names and numbers described in text are

bold.
sends data to the M205/M206 named spike...
The model directory...
• Variable values are shown in italics both in command
syntax, output, and in text. Italics also add emphasis.
ping ipname

ipname is alive

Please enter the ipname at the prompt.

Make sure you first contact...

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M205/M206 INTRODUCTION
Overview
The purpose of this chapter is to acquaint you with the
M205/M206’s architecture and special features.

What is the M205/M206?

The M205/M206 Print Server allows you to locate your
printer anywhere on the LAN rather than attaching it
directly to a host system. After following some simple con-
figuration steps, the printer can be simultaneously shared
with users on Unix (TCP/IP), Windows (NetBIOS over
TCP/IP), Novel (IPX), or AppleTalk (EtherTalk) networks.
Multiple users and multiple protocols are supported simul-
taneously.
Note: The M205/M206 is compatible with most
printers with a Centronics parallel interface.
The M205/M206’s key physical components are:
• a network interface connector to connect to the net-
work,
• one parallel port,
• Flash memory to store firmware and user-configurable
settings,
• RAM.

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How Does the M205/M206 Work?

Print Path
The print path is the path data takes when the host sends a
job to a printer through the M205/M206. This print path can
be divided into the three components (refer to Figure 1).
Figure 1: Print Path Components

Host The host sends the job to a pre-defined desti-

nation (e.g. d1prn) on the print server, not
directly to an I/O port. The destination is one
of four available on the device.
Print Server The job passes through the destination’s
associated model (e.g. m1) for optional pro-
cessing and then continues through the desti-
nation’s associated logpath (e.g. l1) where
logging information is recorded. The data
then ends up at the destination’s associated
I/O port, prn.
Printer The data passes from the print server’s I/O
port to the attached printer for output.
There are four destinations on the M205/M206, each with
its associated model and logpath. The model determines if
any extra data processing (e.g. ASCII to PostScript conver-
sion) needs to be done and the logpath determines whether

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job logging or printer errors (e.g. user ID) needs to be

reported. A model or logpath can be associated with more
than one destination.

Product Features
The M205/M206 offers an extensive list of features includ-
ing:
• IPAssign utility for automated TCP/IP configurations
in a Windows environment (disk labelled “setup”);
• Ezsetup utility for automated Unix print configura-
tions;
• MPS utility for error-free printing in Windows 95 and
Windows NT environments;
• a detailed and easy-to-use command shell, “npsh”;
• multi-level configuration security through passwords,
permission levels, and access lists;
• numerous printer logging methods (e.g. automatic e-
mail) to record printer errors and usage;
• remote management through Telnet sessions, “rsh/
rcmd/remsh” commands, SNMP, and pre-defined log
methods;
• extensive built-in troubleshooting tools;
• built-in “telnet” and “ping” clients;
• configurable memory usage by disabling protocols and
destination services;
• multiple destinations for versatile printer manipulation
and distinct print setups;
• header and trailer strings to instruct printers on tray
selection, font, pitch, simplex/duplex, etc.;

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• autosensing of job format for ASCII to PostScript con-

version or to automatically switch printer emulations;
• flexible naming conventions;
• free Flash upgrades over TCP/IP networks;
• multiple speeds on the parallel port for additional
printer compatibility;
• simultaneous printing on all supported protocols.

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M205/M206 INSTALLATION
Overview
This chapter discusses the preparation and installation steps
necessary to use the M205/M206 on your network.

Unpacking the M205/M206

Upon receiving the M205/M206, check the packaging for
any damaged or missing pieces (refer to Table 2, “M205/
M206 Packing List,” on page 7. Immediately report prob-
lems to the shipping company or vendor. If everything is in
order, fill out the Warranty Registration card:

Contact Options

Fill out the Warranty Registration Card included with

your product and mail it to Microplex.
Fax the card to Microplex at +1 604 444-4239.
Fill out an on-line version on our Web site at:
“http://www.microplex.com/”.
.

Table 2: M205/M206 Packing List

Print • M205/M206
Server • Power Supply

Documen- • Quick Reference and Installation

tation Guide
• Disk with PDF files

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Table 2: M205/M206 Packing List

Software • Three installation disks which contain:
• IPAssign - TCP/IP configuration
tool
• MPS - Alternate printing solution
for Windows 95 and Windows NT
environments
• Unix host files

Packaging • Shipping Box

• Cardboard Insert

Attaching to the Network

Site Requirements
Prepare to install the M205/M206 in a clean, well-ventilated
environment protected from extremes of temperature,
humidity, mechanical shock, or vibration. Provide enough
space at the rear of the unit for Ethernet cable connections.
Prepare to install the M205/M206 within four meters (13
feet) of a grounded 115 or 220 VAC outlet. Power is sup-
plied to the M205/M206 from an external transformer
through a two-meter (six-foot) output cord to a 6 position
mini din. The external transformer connects through a two-
meter (six-foot) line cord to a 3-prong 115 or 220 VAC out-
let.
Network Connections
The M205 and M206 are identical except for their network
connections. The M205 provides a 10Base-T RJ45 (UTP)
connector and the M206 provides a 10Base-2 BNC (Thin
Ethernet) connector. Refer to Figures 2 through 4.
Note: The front view of both models is identical.

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Figure 2: M205/M206 Common Front View

Figure 3: M205 Rear View - UTP Only

S
T E N
A R E
T R T

POWER
M205 UTP

Figure 4: M206 Rear View - BNC (Thin Ethernet)

S E N
T
A R E
T R T

POWER
M206
THIN

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Printer/ Port Connections

One printer may be attached via the M205/M206’s 36-pin
male Centronics connector (with an IBM PC compatible
pinout). The port can be configured with various parameters
depending on the attached printer. These parameters
include:
• slow for slower parallel interfaces that need a slower
transfer rate;
• cen Centronics mode. Used with older impact printers
(e.g. dot matrix or line printers);
• pc default mode. Will work with most printers;
• fast for high-performance parallel interfaces that can
handle an increased transfer rate (like the HP 4 and 5
series printers); and
• bb bit bucket (for simulating an attached printer even if
one isn’t attached).
Printing Test Pages
A test page feature has been added in version 5.6.3 and
higher, allowing one to test the M205/M206 and printer
communications without a network connection. To output
test pages:
1. Power off the M205/M206 and the printer.
2. Set Dipswitch 1 and Dipswitch 2 of the M205/M206
to the “on” position (i.e. down).
3. Power on the printer then power on the M205/M206.
The M205/M206 will generate two test pages automat-
ically.
4. When done, power off the M205/M206 then power
off the printer. Set Dipswitch 1 and Dipswitch 2 to the
“off” position (i.e. up) again for normal operations.

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Note: Return the dipswitches to their default states

once you are finished with the test pages.
Connecting to the Network
To attach the M205/M206 to the network as illustrated in
Figure 5, you will need to:
1. Connect the M205/M206 to the network via the appro-
priate network connector.
2. Attach the unit to the parallel port of the desired
printer. Ensure that the printer is turned off when you
plug in the print server.
3. Turn the printer on and unpack and plug in the M205/
M206’s power supply. The connector plugs into the
back of the M205/M206.
Watch the lights on the front panel of the device as they
cycle through the power-on self test. When the test is com-
plete, the STAT LED flashing once per second.
Figure 5: Physical Setup

M205/M206

Network

Printer

Power

Dipswitches
On the back of the M205/M206 you will find three
dipswitches labeled 1, 2, and 3. Their function is explained
below:

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Dipswitch 1 - Reserved

This dipswitch is not for customer use and should be in the

“off” position. The default is “off”.
Dipswitch 2 - Factory Defaults

With this dipswitch in the “on” position, the unit will boot
up with its factory default settings (including the default IP
address) as if were a new unit. This means that the unit will
use the factory default settings rather than the settings
stored in EEPROM.
With this dipswitch in the “off” position, the unit will boot
up using the settings in EEPROM rather than the default set-
tings. This dipswitch is in the “off” position from the fac-
tory so that the new settings that you store will be used.
Note: Setting this dipswitch “on” will not clear any
settings that you have stored in EEPROM. It
simply boots the unit in a different state with
the settings in EEPROM temporarily ignored.
If you would like to return all the stored settings back to fac-
tory defaults, issue the “save default” or “store tcpip from
default” commands at any point. Just remember to boot the
unit with this dipswitch set to “off” so these new stored set-
tings will be used.
Dipswitch 3 - Link Integrity Disable

This dipswitch determines whether link integrity is turned

on or off on the unit. For example, it may be necessary to
turn link integrity off if the unit is connected to an older hub.
Link integrity is only applicable to the M205 because of its
10Base-T Ethernet connector. The default is “off” (i.e. link
integrity is enabled).

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CONFIGURATION TOOLS
Overview
This chapter outlines all of the configuration tools available
to you when using an M205/M206.

Two-Part Configuration
When talking about configuration, it’s important to under-
stand that there are two parts to an M205/M206 setup:
1, Configuring the M205/M206 so that it can be seen on
the network. This involves network-related settings
(e.g. an IP address within TCP/IP environments) con-
figured through the built-in command shell, npsh.
2. Configuring a host with a new printer so it knows how
to send data to the M205/M206. Just being able to see
the print server on the network doesn’t mean you can
automatically print to it. A host has to be told where to
send the data.
Note: There are some network environments that do not
require any network settings to be configured on
the M205/M206. However, all network setups
require configuration on the host end.

Available Tools
IPAssign
This is a Windows utility that helps identify the M205/
M206 on the network. Relying on TCP/IP as the underlying
protocol, the print server can be assigned an IP address and
subnet mask once detected on the network. When this is
completed, other tools can be used to do additional M205/
M206 configuration.

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Figure 6: IPAssign Sample Interface

Ezsetup
This is a Unix shell script that helps configure M205/M206
settings and host print setups. It’s compatible with all Unix
flavours and has a Main Menu similar to Figure 7.
Figure 7: Ezsetup Main Menu Screen

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Configuration Alternatives
Besides the software provided by Microplex, the M205/
M206’s internal command shell, npsh, can also be reached
using these common methods:
Telnet A TCP/IP command that helps configure
M205/M206 settings remotely. A TCP/IP
host starts a Telnet session with the print
server and logs in to the device’s com-
mand shell to alter and view settings.
Example:
telnet 192.75.11.9
Remote Shell (e.g. “rsh”, “rcmd”, “remsh”) A TCP/IP
command that helps configure print server
settings remotely. A TCP/IP host uses this
command to remotely execute a single
command on the M205/M206.
Example:
rsh spike list prn
This command remotely executes the npsh
command, “list prn” on the M205/
M206 named spike.

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WINDOWS CONFIGURATION
Overview
This chapter discusses the M205/M206’s support for Win-
dows 3.x/95/NT, detailing a complete Windows setup
including:
1. Identifying the M205/M206 on the network using
TCP/IP as the underlying protocol.
2. Configuring the M205/M206 with its mandatory TCP/
IP settings (i.e. IP address and subnet mask).
3. Configuring a new printer on the Windows station.
Please see Appendix A - More on Windows (the PDF file
called windows.pdf) for more information about Windows
environments.

Environment Description
The M205/M206 supports network printing under Windows
environments by utilizing TCP/IP. Windows NT uses TCP/
IP as the network protocol; Windows 95 and Windows for
Workgroups (3.x) use NetBIOS over TCP/IP.
Figure 8 outlines two of the most common Windows setups
you will see with the M205/M206. The ideal configuration
is a network printer defined on the NT server to be shared
by Windows 95 clients. However, any Windows station can
also print directly to the M205/M206 (known as peer-to-
peer printing). It is recommended that you use the
Microplex MPS application if you plan to use this printing
topology. See “Alternate Windows Printing Solution” on
page 24 for more information and setup instructions.

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Figure 8: Windows Integration

Win95 Win95

Win95 Win95 NT Server

IP Router

M205/M206
Win95

Printer

M205/M206 Configuration
Mandatory
Since TCP/IP is relied upon for Windows printing, the
M205/M206 must be configured with an IP address and
subnet mask before it can be seen on the network.
Optional
Additional settings like routing entries can also be config-
ured, allowing communication across subnets.
Configuration Steps
To configure an IP address and subnet mask on your M205/
M206, you will need to:
1. You must have the TCP/IP protocol and services
enabled on this Windows station before proceeding.
2. Insert the Microplex diskette labeled “IPAssign” into
the floppy drive.

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3. Load up the File Manager or WinFile and look under

the floppy drive for an IPAssign self-extracting file
called setupex.
4. Double click on setupex to launch the install program.
5. When prompted to install, click on YES to load the
InstallShield Wizard.
6. Answer the prompts throughout the wizard.
7. Once the install process is complete, you will be
prompted to view the “ReadMe” file. Select “Yes” to
read this and when done, close the file.
8. Find the new IPAssign program group and double click
on the “IPAssign” icon to load the program.
9. You should see an entry for your M205/M206 appear
in the “IPAssign” dialog box. If not, give IPAssign
another minute or two to find the device on the net-
work. Figure 9 shows an example screen.
Figure 9: IPAssign Main Screen

10. Once your M205/M206’s Ethernet address appears in

the list box, select it and press ASSIGN.

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11. At the “Assign IP” dialogue box that displays next, fill
in the IP address and subnet mask for this M205/M206.
Note: Optional. You can also assign a default
router/gateway entry within this dialogue
box allowing your M205/M206 to communi-
cate across subnets.
12. Click SET when done to assign these TCP/IP settings
to the M205/M206. IPAssign will then display two dia-
logue boxes informing you of its progress.
Once you see the message about successfully assigning the
settings, click OK. These TCP/IP settings are now in the
M205/M206’s current memory where they will remain until
the unit is powered off.
To ensure these settings are not lost after a power cycle (unit
turned off then on), you will need to store these settings into
the device’s EEPROM. To do this, you will need to:
1. Begin a Telnet session with the print server using the
IP address you have just assigned it.
telnet M205/M206ipAddress

2. Log in as “root” when prompted for a login name and

press ENTER at the password prompt since, by default,
there is no password.
3. Once successfully logged in, enter these commands to
store the IP address and subnet mask into EEPROM:
store net 1 addr IPaddress

store net 1 mask netmask

4. If you want to store a default router entry allowing for

communication across subnets, you will need to enter
this command specifying the IP address of your sub-
net’s default router in the routerIPaddress variable:
store net route add default routerIPad-
dress 1

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5. Re-power the M205/M206 to make these settings take

effect:
reset

At this point, your Telnet session will be closed and the

M205/M206 will re-boot. This ensures that the new TCP/IP
settings are stored in EEPROM and they will be used. You
will not lose these settings unless they are changed deliber-
ately.

Workstation Configuration
Windows NT New Printer Setup
To configure a new printer on a Windows NT station, you
will need to:
1. Open the “Control Panel”.
2. Double click on “Printers”.
3. Select “Create a Printer” from the “Printer” menu to
display the dialogue box in Figure 10.
Figure 10: Create a Printer Dialogue Box

4. Define a name to represent this print setup and select

the appropriate driver for the printer that will be used
in this M205/M206 print setup.

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5. Under the “Print To” field, select “Other...”.

6. Select “LPR Port” from the list that displays and click
OK to bring up a dialogue box similar to the one found
in Figure 11.
Figure 11: Add LPR Compatible Printer Dialogue Box

7. Type in the IP address or host name of the M205/M206

in the first field.
8. Type in the name of a pre-defined destination/queue on
the M205/M206 in the second field.
Note: This name cannot be any name you’d like. It
must be a name of an existing destination/
queue on the M205/M206 and it must be
lowercase by default. You will most likely
use “d1prn” for the prn port.
9. Click OK when done specifying these two fields.
You now have a new network printer which relies on the
standard TCP/IP print protocol, LPD, to print remotely to a
printer attached to the M205/M206.
Windows 95 New Printer Setup
To configure a new printer on a Windows 95 station, you
will need to:
1. Select “Settings:Printers” from the “Start” menu.
2. Double click on the “Add Printer” icon.
3. Select “Network Printer” from the second window of
the “Add Printer” wizard that loaded.

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4. At the next window, click on BROWSE to help fill in

the network path of this printer.
5. At the “Browse for Printer” dialogue box that displays,
double click on the appropriate workgroup containing
the M205/M206. By default, the print server falls
under the workgroup, “WORKGROUP”.
6. Continue searching the network until you see the
M205/M206’s name, “M_xxxxxx”, where “xxxxxx”
equals the last six digits of the print server’s Ethernet
address found on the bottom of the device. (e.g.
M_001C1A)
7. Once you see the M205/M206, double click on it to
display a list of four pre-defined destinations/queues to
choose from.
8. Select a destination/queue for the printer; most likely
you will use “d1prn”.
9. Click OK once you have selected the destination.
10. Back at the network path window, select NEXT since
this path should now be filled in for you.
11. At the next window, select the appropriate printer man-
ufacture and model of the printer attached to the M205/
M206 and click on NEXT.
12. Fill in a name for this new network printer at the next
window and decide if you want this to be the default
printer. This printer name can be anything you’d like as
long as it’s unique.
13. When prompted for a test page, select either “Yes” or
“No” depending on the state of the attached printer and
click on FINISH.
Note: Windows may ask for a disk or CD-ROM to
load the appropriate printer driver to com-
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There should now be a new printer icon within the ‘Print-

ers” folder. This new network printer relies on NetBIOS
over TCP/IP as the underlying protocol to print to the
M205/M206.

Alternate Windows Printing Solution

Microplex Printing Solution (MPS)
Prior to version 5.6.5 of the M205/M206, the only Win-
dows print methods available were those provided with the
operating system. With this new firmware version,
Microplex has introduced “MPS” as an alternative direct
socket print method for Windows NT and Windows 95 envi-
ronments.
The key advantage to using MPS is that it allows true peer-
to-peer printing in a Windows environment. Using MPS
ensures that your connection to the print server remains
open indefinitely, ensuring print jobs won’t be lost if the
print server or printer re-powers or, if using NetBIOS, that
multiple jobs won’t be lost due to the connection timing-
out.
There are three basic Windows printing setups:
1. Peer-to peer without MPS. This implies that the work-
station is tied up until the print job finishes printing. As
well, your print job will have to wait until any jobs cur-
rently printing are done. The end result is users and
their system resources waiting for print jobs.
2. Print to a NT server set up to act as a print spooler. The
biggest problem is the cost of acquiring the NT server,
whether it be a dedicated server or someone’s worksta-
tion.
3. Peer-to-peer printing with MPS. This combines the
low cost and convenience of peer-to-peer printing with
the advantages of using a print spooler. Print jobs are
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have to wait long periods for the print server or printer

to become available. MPS works in the background,
spooling the job to the print server as the print server’s
resources become available.
Note; For additional information about printing in Win-
dows environments, please refer to Appendix A -
More on Windows (windows.pdf).
To configure a new MPS printer on a Windows station, you
will need to:
1. Insert the Microplex diskette labeled “MPS” into the
floppy drive.
2. Load up the File Manager or WinFile and look under
the floppy drive for an MPS ZIP file.
3. Double click on the MPS ZIP file to extract all files
within it to a directory on the Windows station.
4. Once extracted to a directory, find the “Setup” file and
double click on this to load the InstallShield Wizard.
5. Answer the prompts throughout the wizard and select
“Yes” to restart your computer at the end.
6. Once your computer is rebooted, open the Set-
tings:Printer folder to view your existing printers.
Note: MPS will only work with an existing printer.
If you don’t have an existing printer that you
can alter, create one now (use any port set-
tings you like since they will be changed in
the following steps).
7. Select the printer that you want to use with MPS and
click on the right mouse button to bring up a sub-menu.
8. Select “Properties” from this menu to display the cur-
rent settings for this printer.
9. Click on the “Details” tab to display the printer’s port
settings.

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10. Click on the ADD PORT button.

11. At the “Add Port” dialogue box that displays, click on
the radio button labeled “Other”.
12. Click on “Microplex TCP/IP Printer Port” from within
this “Other” list.
13. At the next dialogue box that displays, fill in the host
name or IP address of the M205/M206 in the first field.
14. Fill in a valid TCP port number on the M205/M206 in
the second field. Since there is only one port on this
print server model, this will always be 4400.
15. Click OK when done to return to the “Details” win-
dow. You should now see something about “MPS Port”
within the “Print to following port:” field.
16. Click OK to close this printer’s properties window.
You now have a new network printer which relies on MPS
to print remotely to a printer attached to the M205/M206.

Troubleshooting Tips
IPAssign Can’t Find the M205/M206
• Have you loaded IPAssign onto a Windows station sit-
ting on the same subnet as the M205/M206? IPAssign
cannot see print servers across routers unless BOOTP
broadcast packets can travel from subnet to subnet.
• Have you waited a couple of minutes for IPAssign to
recognize the M205/M206 or have you tried re-power-
ing the print server to speed this identification process?
• Do you have a DHCP, RARP, or BOOTP server run-
ning that may be providing the M205/M206 with an IP
address upon boot up? If so, IPAssign isn’t needed to
assign an IP address to the print server.

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Note: If the M205/M206 has an IP address, it will

no longer send out a BOOTP packet. This
means IPAssign will not be able to see the
device on the network.
M205/M206 Won’t Talk on the Network
• Have you assigned it a unique and valid IP address
which corresponds with the other IP addresses on your
network? For example, are you sure no other device is
using this IP address?
• Are you sure you are trying to talk to the M205/M206
from a Windows station on the same subnet? Currently,
the print server can only be seen locally unless you
configured a routing entry earlier on.
• If you look at the front of the M205/M206, is the STAT
LED flashing once a second or is it quicker than that?
A slower, once-a-second rate tells you that the print
server is in fact configured with an IP address. A faster
rate says it knows nothing about this so you may need
to try the configuration process again.
• Have you confirmed the network connection to the
M205/M206 is working correctly? Trying different
network cables and locations will help narrow down
the problem.
Errors Occur When Defining an LPR Printer
• Can you “ping” the M205/M206 from your Windows
NT station? If not, please refer to M205/M206 Won’t
Talk on the Network on page 27.
• Did you specified the correct IP address or host name
for the M205/M206 in the first field of the “Add LPR
Compatible Printer” box?
• Did you specify a valid destination/queue on the
M205/M206 in the second field of the “Add LPR Com-
patible Printer” dialogue box? If so, did you also enter
it in lowercase letters? Please see Figure 16: M205/

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M206 Default Names on page 50 for the default desti-

nations.
Can’t Browse the M205/M206 on the Network
• Have you looked under the right Windows workgroup?
By default, the M205/M206 will be found under
“WORKGROUP”.
• Are you able to browse other Windows stations and
devices on the network from this same station?
• Has this Windows station been given enough time to
update its registry so it can see the newly added work-
group device? Sometimes Windows stations can take a
while depending on the size of the network and the
decision process used to figure out which station will
act as the Master Browser. Having a designated Master
Browser station can speed this process up since it elim-
inates any need for negotiation.
Printer Errors When Printing or No Output
• Is a large job currently printing (and taking up all of
the printer’s resources)? Usually when printing from
Windows 95 stations, a busy printer can cause Win-
dows to display a printer error message. This is
because Windows 95 demands immediate printer
attention rather than holding the data until the printer is
ready again. If this is a frequent problem, it is better to
use a central spooling station like an NT server or use
MPS.
• Have you tried restarting the spooler under Control
Panel:Services? Sometimes this is needed to get print-
ing going.
Note: As a last resort, you may want to try re-boot-
ing the Windows station. Sometimes this is
the only option to completely clear this situa-
tion. Usually the M205/M206 has nothing to
do with this problem so it can be left alone.

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UNIX CONFIGURATION
Overview
This chapter describes a complete Unix setup including:
1. Configuring the M205/M206 with its mandatory
TCP/IP settings (i.e. IP address and subnet mask).
2. Configuring a new printer on the Unix station.
For additional information about Unix environments, please
see Appendix B - More on Unix (unix.pdf).

Environment Description
The M205/M206 supports network printing under various
TCP/IP environments including all flavours of Unix. Print-
ing can come from multiple hosts directly or through central
spooling machines. Figure 12 illustrates this for you.
Figure 12: Unix Integration

XTerm
PC Linux
PC
Solaris

PC XTerm Ultrix

OSF/1
IRIX

SparcStation
SunOS 4.1.1
IP Router

SCO M205/M206 HP/UX

Printer

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M205/M206 Configuration
Mandatory
Since TCP/IP is used, the M205/M206 must be configured
with at least at an IP address and subnet mask before it can
be seen on the network.
Optional
Additional settings, like routing entries, can also be config-
ured to allow communication across subnets.
Configuration Steps
To configure an IP address and subnet mask on your M205/
M206, you will need to:
1. Log in as root or superuser on your Unix host.
2. Insert the Microplex Unix host software diskette into a
floppy drive.
3. “cd” to a directory with at least three megabytes of
free space.
4. Transfer the compressed tar file from the diskette onto
the host.
tar xvf /dev/devicename

where devicename is usually “fd0” for a diskette.

5. Uncompress this file.
uncompress npdist.tar.1.Z
6. Untar this file.
tar xvf npdist.tar.1

A list of files will display and scroll up the screen. Sev-

eral files and sub-directories are created including a
copy of Ezsetup, the Unix script used for print server
and host configuration.

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7. [Optional] Assign an IP address and host name to the

M205/M206 in the host table (/etc/hosts, host NIS
map, or DNS name tables).
8. Run Ezsetup from the command line. Follow this syn-
tax for most Unix operating systems:
./ezsetup

For HP/UX, use:

ksh./ezsetup
9. Answer the prompts that appear (so Ezsetup can learn
about the Unix host it’s running on) and wait for the
Main Menu to display. It will look like Figure 13.
Figure 13: Ezsetup Main Menu

10. Enter “1” for “Configure New Unit” since you want to
configure an M205/M206 with its TCP/IP settings.
11. Follow the prompts on each screen as Ezsetup steps
through the configuration of the M205/M206’s IP
address, subnet mask, optional default router/gateway,
and optional root and guest passwords.
Once you receive a message that this configuration com-
pleted successfully, you should be able to communicate
with the print server over the network. However, Ezsetup
will now automatically lead you into the second part of con-

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figuration, “Configure Host Setup”, since you cannot print

to a printer attached to the M205/M206 until this is com-
pleted.
Note: If doing a print setup on a System V Unix host, a
very simplistic Microplex interface script, “raw-
sysv.if” will now be used, eliminating the need for
any extra host binaries or compilation. This also
holds true if you have a BSD-type Unix system
but you want to use an interface script within the
printcap file rather than the standard LPD (or
“remote printer”) method.

Host Configuration
The second half of Ezsetup helps configure a new printer on
your Unix host (just being able to talk to the M205/M206
doesn’t mean you can print to it). You also have to define a
printer so the host knows where to send the data.
Ezsetup will continue prompting you for information about
your host and printer. Answer these prompts until the host
configuration is complete. If you have any questions about
the screens that display, please refer to Ezsetup Tips on
page 32.
At the end, you will have a new network printer that sends
data to a printer off of the M205/M206.
Ezsetup Tips
• When asked for a print method, follow these rules:
1 If your Unix host uses the BSD print system,
select “BSD Remote (LPD)” option.
2 If your Unix host is a System V derivative, select
the “System V Interface Script” option.

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• When asked for a printer name, choose the name of

the print setup on this host (i.e. the name entered in the
print command). For example, a print setup including
an HP III laser printer might be called “laser”.
• When asked for a destination, choose one of the four
pre-defined destinations/queues on the M205/M206.
Normally you would choose “d1prn”.
• When asked which I/O port or port, choose “prn”.
• If asked to name an interface script, name it some-
thing meaningful. For example, the HP III laser printer
example might have a script called “laser.if”.
• If using an interface script setup, keep in mind that a
“dummy device file” or “device file” is an empty text
file that stores data like spooler errors and request IDs
of the jobs printing. The name should also reflect the
print setup for easy identification. (e.g. “/dev/laser”)
• Near the end of Ezsetup’s “Configure Host Setup” sec-
tion, the script mentions carriage return insertion
and formfeeds. Carriage return insertion is needed if
Unix text jobs are going to be printed through this
setup. Formfeeds are needed only if printing Unix text
jobs through a “BSD Remote (LPD)” setup.

Troubleshooting Tips
Ezsetup’s Menus are Incomplete
• Are you running Ezsetup on an HP/UX host? If so, did
you remember to run Ezsetup with this command:
ksh./ezsetup

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Ezsetup Stops With an Error

• Are you using a common operating system like SCO,
Solaris, or HP/UX? If not, you may have run into a
compatibility issue. Please see Appendix B - More on
Unix (unix.pdf) for manual setup instructions. These
will guide you through a setup without using Ezsetup.
M205/M206 Won’t Talk on the Network
• Have you configured it with a unique and valid IP
address which corresponds with the other IP addresses
on your network? For example, are you sure no other
device is using this IP address?
• Are you sure you are trying to talk to the M205/M206
from a Unix station on the same subnet? The print
server can only be seen locally unless you configured it
with a routing entry.
• If you look at the front of the M205/M206, is the STAT
LED flashing once a second or is it quicker than that?
A slower, once-a-second rate tells you that the print
server is configured with an IP address. A faster rate
indicates that the print server is not configured prop-
erly. You may need to try the configuration process
again.
• Have you confirmed that the network connection to the
M205/M206 is working correctly? Trying different
network cables and locations will help narrow down
the problem.
Nothing Prints
• Can you “ping” the M205/M206 from your Unix sta-
tion? If not, please refer to M205/M206 Won’t Talk on
the Network on page 34.
• Is the M205/M206 able to communicate with the
attached printer? To test this, you can:

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1 “telnet” to the print server (e.g. “telnet

192.75.11.9”) and log in as “root”.

2 Enter the command “start fox portname”

where portname is “prn”.
3 Execute “stop portname” after starting the test.
This FOX test will send the same text line over and
over to the attached printer.
• Is the job getting stuck in the Unix host’s queue? If so,
check that the printer is ready to go. If the printer is set
but the job keeps getting stuck in the queue then there
is a configuration error on the Unix station so creating
a new print setup may be necessary.
• Is the printer’s console or control panel showing any
activity (does it look like it’s receiving data?) If it is
receiving data but nothing is printing, check to see if a
manual formfeed is needed. Also, ensure that the
printer can support the type of job coming through. For
example, a PostScript printer will not be able to print a
non-PostScript job.
• Do all jobs fail or just certain ones? For example, jobs
from a certain application may be the only ones to fail.
If so, check the type of data it’s sending to make sure it
matches the printer’s emulation and check the applica-
tion’s printer configuration for mistakes.
Stair-Stepped Output
Stair-stepped output occurs when the output starts at the top
left of the page but every line thereafter starts a little further
to the right. It also refers to Unix jobs that print one line of
text at the top of a page followed by a series of blank pages.
This unique output will happen only with Unix text jobs if
carriage return insertion is not incorporated into the print
setup. The printer may be told to do a linefeed but the Unix
job does not specify anything about a carriage return to fol-
low this.

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To fix this, carriage return insertion must be enabled some-

where in the print setup. The easiest and most common
location is on the M205/M206 itself within the appropriate
model. The feature is called “onlcr” and the command syn-
tax is:
set model modelname stty onlcr
save
For example, if printing to the destination, d1prn, the asso-
ciated model is m1. Therefore, the command is:
set model m1 stty onlcr
save
For default destination-model mappings on the M205/
M206, please see M205/M206 Naming Scheme on page 49.
No Formfeed or Extra Page Comes Out
Unix text jobs may also have problems outputting the last
page of a job especially when the BSD Remote (LPD) print
method is used. This means the formfeed button on the
printer has to be pressed to print the last page.
To automate this process, tell the M205/M206 to handle this
task for you by setting this feature on in the appropriate
model. The command syntax is:
set model modelname trailer $FF
save
For example, if printing to the destination, d2prn, the asso-
ciated model is m2. Therefore, the command is:
set model m2 trailer $FF
save
For default destination-model mappings on the M205/
M206, please refer to the section entitled M205/M206
Naming Scheme on page 49.

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NOVELL CONFIGURATION
Overview
This chapter details a complete Novell setup including:
1 Identifying the M205/M206 on the network.
2 Configuring the M205/M206 with its mandatory print
setup settings.
3 Configuring a new print queue on the file server.
Please see Appendix C - More on Novell (novell.pdf) for
additional information about Novell environments.

Environment Description
The M205/M206 supports network printing under Novell
environments by utilizing IPX. It supports all versions of
NetWare including the latest version 4.x level. Figure 14
provides a Novell setup overview.
Figure 14: Novell Integration

NetWare
Workstation

NetWare 3.12
File Server

NetWare 4.1 NetWare

NetWare File Server Workstation
Workstation
Bridge/
Router

M205/M206
NetWare
Workstation
Printer

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M205/M206 Configuration
Mandatory
Under all Novell environments, the M205/M206 does not
require any network settings to make it visible on the net-
work. Simply plug it in to your network and power it on.
However, with a new print queue setup on a Novell file
server, there can be some mandatory settings needed on the
M205/M206. Please see Host Configuration for further
details under all NetWare versions.
Optional
This firmware version introduces a slight modification to the
preferred server feature under Novell environments (this
helps with file server connections in larger installations).
With version 5.6.5, if there are more than 16 file servers in
total, the desired file server should be set as a preferred
server on the M205/M206. See “Common Commands” on
page 52.
Note: if you have any version prior to 5.6.5, the pre-
ferred server feature should not be used. If you
have more than 16 file servers or would like
improved file server connection, please upgrade
to version 5.6.5.

Host Configuration
Under all versions of NetWare, both PSERVER and
RPRINTER setups are supported by the M205/M206. Since
a PSERVER setup is the most common, you will find the
necessary steps to configure the M205/M206 as a
PSERVER within this section. For RPRINTER and
NPRINTER setup information, please see the Appendix C -
More on Novell PDF file (novell.pdf).
Note: The M205/M206 can service up to 16 file servers
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NetWare Version 3.x PSERVER Setup

To configure a print queue on a NetWare 3.x network, you
will need to:
1 Log on to the Novell file server as Supervisor.
2 Enter PCONSOLE.
3 Select “Print Queue Information” from the PCON-
SOLE Main Menu.
4 Press INSERT to add a new queue to the list of cur-
rently-defined queues showing.
5 Type in the name of this new queue when prompted
and press ENTER. This can be any name you’d like.
6 Press ESCAPE to return to the PCONSOLE Main
Menu.
7 Select “Print Server Information” and press ENTER.
8 Press INSERT when the list of existing print servers
displays to add a server.
9 Type the name of the M205/M206 when prompted for
a print server name and press ENTER when done. By
default, the M205/M206 is named “M_xxxxxx” where
“xxxxxx” equals the last six digits of the print server’s
Ethernet address found on the bottom of the device
(e.g. M_071C1A).
10 Back at the print server list, select this newly-defined
M205/M206 and press ENTER.
11 Select “Print Server Configuration” from the menu that
displays.
12 Select “Printer Configuration” from the next menu to
display a list of configured printers.
13 Select the first item listed as “NOT INSTALLED” and
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14 Type in the name of the default destination on the unit

for the “name” field (e.g. d1prn, d2prn, etc.) and go to
the “type” field.
15 Press ENTER to see the possible choices.
16 Select “Defined Elsewhere” from this list.
17 When done, press ESCAPE and select “Yes” to save
the changes to this new printer.
18 Press ESCAPE again to return to the “Print Server
Configuration” menu.
19 Select “Queues Serviced by Printer”.
20 Select one of these printers from the printer list that
displays and press ENTER.
21 Press INSERT to service this printer.
22 Select the queue created earlier in these steps and press
ENTER.
23 When prompted for the priority, press ENTER to select
the default or select a priority.
24 Press ESCAPE until back at the PCONSOLE Main
Menu.
25 Re-power the M205/M206 by unplugging and plug-
ging in the power supply.
26 Wait two minutes and then select “Print Queue Infor-
mation” from the PCONSOLE Main Menu.
27 Select this new queue and from the menu that displays,
select “Currently Attached Servers” to see which print
server is servicing this queue.
28 Press ESCAPE until you have exited PCONSOLE.
At this point, the M205/M206’s name (e.g. M_071C1A)
should show within this window. This means the M205/
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vice as a PSERVER. Therefore, it will poll this queue regu-

larly looking for jobs to print.
NetWare 4.x PSERVER Setup
Netware 4 introduced NDS and some new frame types. The
M205/M206 can be used in a Netware 4.x environment with
either of these options:
• Set the M205/M206 up as a PSERVER replacing a
dedicated workstation running PSERVER.EXE or
PSERVER.NLM on the file server. The M205/M206
replaces these loadable PSERVERs so they are no
longer needed.
• Set the M205/M206 up as a RPRINTER/NPRINTER
interacting with an existing PSERVER. A RPRINTER/
NPRINTER setup is included in the Appendix C -
More on Novell PDF file (novell.pdf).
Note: if following a PSERVER setup, bindery
emulation is required.
To configure the unit as a PSERVER in a NetWare 4.x envi-
ronment, you need to:
1 Login as a supervisor using a bindery connection to the
Novell server of your choice, or login under NDS as a
user in the server’s bindery context in NDS who has
administrative privileges.
2 Enter PCONSOLE.
3 If you logged in using NDS, press F4 to put you in
bindery emulation mode and display the Main Menu.
4 Select PRINT QUEUES to view a list of currently-
defined print queues.
5 Press INSERT to add a queue.
6 Type in the new queue name and press ENTER.
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8 Select PRINT SERVERS to view a list of existing print

servers.
9 Press INSERT to add a new print server.
10 Type the name of the M205/M206. By default, it is
M_xxxxxx equals the last six digits off the unit’s
Ethernet address (e.g. M_000BF5). The new print
server is added to the list.
11 Select this new print server and press ENTER. PRINT
SERVER INFORMATION menu displays.
12 Select PRINTERS to view list of defined printers.
13 Press INSERT to add a printer to the list.
14 Type in the name of one of the eight default destina-
tions on the unit for the NAME field (e.g. d1prn, d2prn,
etc.) and go to the printers TYPE field.
15 Press ENTER at this field and then select DEFINED
ELSEWHERE. If DEFINED ELSEWHERE is not
available, choose OTHERS/UNKNOWN. This brings
you back to the printer’s window.
16 Press ENTER on the PRINT QUEUES ASSIGNED
field to view a list of available queues.
17 Press INSERT to display all queues; select the one you
defined earlier and press ENTER.
18 You are prompted for a priority. Select one and press
ENTER. Priority 1 should be fine. The PRINTERS
window now displays the list of defined printers,
including the one you just added.
19 Press ESCAPE until you are back to MAIN MENU.
20 Reboot the print server by unplugging and the plug-
ging it back in. It will attach to the queue in approxi-
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21 Check the PRINT QUEUES menu and select

ATTACHED PRINT SERVERS for the queue defined
earlier. You should see the print server’s name dis-
played.
22 Press ESCAPE until you are out of PCONSOLE. You
will be back at the command line and the M205/M206
is now configured.

Troubleshooting Tips
NetWare 3.x - No PSERVER Connection
• Has the M205/M206 been power cycled once the
PCONSOLE steps were completed? This will make
the print server boot up and realize which print queue
and file server it needs to service.
• When defining a new “print server” within PCON-
SOLE, did you use the correct name for the M205/
M206 (e.g. M_071C1A)? By default, it only recog-
nizes itself as “M_xxxxxx” where “xxxxxx” equals the
last six digits of its Ethernet address found on the bot-
tom of the device.
• When defining a new “printer name” within PCON-
SOLE, did you use a pre-defined destination/queue
rather than a name of your own? By default, the M205/
M206 only recognizes names like “d1prn”. All else
will be ignored by the device. Please see M205/M206
Naming Scheme on page 49 for a list of all default des-
tination names.
• Is there an available NetWare user license for the
M205/M206 to utilize while it acts as a PSERVER?
Every PSERVER takes up one user license since it logs
in to the Novell file server.
• Has the password been assigned to the PSERVER in
PCONSOLE but not in the M205/M206?

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• Have you given the connection process some time after

re-powering the M205/M206? In larger Novell envi-
ronments, sometimes the file server identification and
connection process can take several minutes.
NetWare 4.x - No PSERVER Connection
• Has the M205/M206 been power cycled once the
MPAdmin steps were completed? This will make the
print server boot up and realize which print queue and
file server it needs to service.
• “debug novell fserver” can be used to monitor con-
nections to fileservers. The status should be “logged
in”.
• “debug novell pserver” can be used to monitor servic-
ing of the queues. You should see the queue names in
the list.

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APPLETALK CONFIGURATION
Overview
This chapter details a complete AppleTalk setup including:
1. Configuring a new printer on an Apple station.
For additional information about AppleTalk Configruations,
please refer to Appendix D - More on AppleTalk.

Environment Description
The M205/M206 supports network printing under Apple-
Talk environments by utilizing EtherTalk, not LocalTalk.
Multiple Apple stations in multiple zones can print simulta-
neously to the M205/M206 as seen in Figure 15.
Figure 15: AppleTalk Integration

Zone B Mac

Mac

Mac
Zone A
Mac Mac Mac

Bridge/
Router

M205/M206

Printer

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M205/M206 Configuration
Mandatory
Under AppleTalk environments, the M205/M206 does not
require any network settings to make it visible on the net-
work. Simply plug it into your network and power it on.
Optional
Additional settings are available to fine-tune the M205/
M206’s AppleTalk functionality. For example, you may
want to set a particular zone for the device to come up in or
you may want to disable some Microplex printers from
showing in the Chooser. Please refer to Appendix D - More
on AppleTalk (apple.pdf) for additional information.

Host Configuration
To configure a network printer on an Apple station, you will
need to:
1. Select Chooser from the Apple Menu to bring up the
Chooser window.
2. Select the LaserWriter icon to produce a list of avail-
able printers on the right side of the Chooser window.
By default, these M205/M206-related printers will be
in the format “M205/M206name_papname” where
“M205/M206name” is the name of the print server and
“papname” is the name of an I/O port on the device.
The print server name will be “M_xxxxxx” where
“xxxxxx” equals the last six digits of the M205/M206’s
Ethernet address found on the bottom of the device and
the I/O port will be prn.
Example name for a printer off of the PRN port of an
M205/M206 named M_001C1A:
M_001C1A_prn

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3. Choose one of these listed printers to print to and click

on OK to close the Chooser window.
This new printer is now a valid network printer which this
Apple station can print to.

Troubleshooting Tips
Printer Won’t Show in the Chooser
• Have you confirmed you are using EtherTalk and not
LocalTalk? The M205/M206 does not support Local-
Talk.
• Have you clicked on the LaserWriter icon within the
Chooser window? By default, the M205/M206 sup-
ports the LaserWriter printer driver. To change this,
please see the Microplex PDF file, “apple.pdf” for
details.
• Does the M205/M206 need to be configured for a par-
ticular zone? By default, the print server will come up
in the default zone. Please see Common npsh Com-
mands on page 52 for the command syntax to change
this.
• Do the M205/M206 printers appear correctly within
the Chooser if you try this from another Apple station?
Have you tried another network connection to the M205/
M206 to guarantee it can be seen on the network?

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M205/M206 REFERENCE PAGES

Overview
This chapter describes some of the most common features
of the M205/M206 including:
• important pre-defined names,
• a description of the built-in command shell, npsh,
along with a table of the most common commands,
• how to reset the unit to factory default settings,
• a complete overview of the Flash upgrade procedure.

M205/M206 Naming Scheme

The M205/M206 always follows this naming scheme:
M_xxxxxx (e.g. M_001C1A) Default name of M205/
M206 in Windows, Novell, and AppleTalk
environments. “xxxxxx” equals last six digits
of Ethernet address found on bottom of the
print server.
Workgroup Name of default workgroup M205/M206 can
be found under in a Windows environment.
Refer to Figure 16 for an illustration of the default names.

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Figure 16: M205/M206 Default Names

Host/Workstation
(Windows, Unix, Novell, AppleTalk)

LOG
MODEL PATH

m1 d1prn l1

m2 d2prn l2

m3 d3prn l3

m4 d4prn l4

PRN
I/O PORT

Configuration and Status Data

Print Data

M205/M206 Command Shell

Within the M205/M206, a command shell is built into the
firmware called “npsh”. It allows you to manipulate objects
like destinations, models, and I/O ports and provides some
monitoring and troubleshooting capabilities as well.

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npsh Access Methods

Access the command shell using these methods:
Telnet Session Opening a Telnet session with
the M205/M206 allows you to
log into the device and access
the npsh command shell. (e.g.
“telnet 192.75.11.9”)
Remote Shell Command Remotely executes one npsh
command at a time from your
local TCP/IP station. (e.g.
“rsh spike list prn”)
Main npsh Command Prefixes
The four main command prefixes within the npsh command
shell are:
1. “store” - change settings stored in Flash.
2. “set” - change current/working settings in memory.
3. “list” - view current/working settings in memory.
4. “debug” - view certain debugging information.
Note: If the “store” prefix is used, the M205/M206
must be repowered to make the changes take
effect. Since “store” affects Flash settings only,
the print server must reset and read the new set-
tings now in Flash.
Note: If the “set” prefix is used, a “save” command
must be executed as well so that the new settings
are retained after power cycles. Since “set” only
affects the settings in memory, they will be lost
after a power cycle unless they are told to be
saved into Flash ROM.

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Common npsh Commands

The npsh command shell consists of more than 50 com-
mands. Table 3 outlines some of the more common com-
mands. For a complete command reference, please refer to
Appendix G - More on Commands (command.pdf).

Note: When you encounter the word “ifnum”, substi-

tute in “1” to represent the network interface (i.e.
Ethernet) supported by the M205/M206.

Table 3: Common Commands

Command Syntax Description

store tcpip ifnum Store the IP address for

addr IPaddress the M205/M206.

store tcpip ifnum Store the subnet mask for

mask netmask the M205/M206.

store tcpip route Store a default router/gate-

add default routerI- way for the M205/M206
Paddress ifnum to forward remote packets
to.

store tcpip ifnum Control RARP, BOOTP,

opts [[-]rarp] [[- and DHCP requests for IP
]bootp] [[-]dhcp] addresses.

store pserver name Configure the M205/

newname M206’s name used within
Windows, Novell, and
AppleTalk setups.

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Table 3: Common Commands

Command Syntax Description

store pserver novell Tell the M205/M206

fserver add about a particular Novell
fileservername file server. If there are
more than 16 file servers
in total, the desired file
server should be set as
preferred.

debug novell fserver To view the fileserver the

M205/M206 does
acknowledge at a given
time.

store pserver apple Tell the M205/M206

zone zonename which AppleTalk zone to
be in.

set prn mode Configure the speed of

slow|cen|pc|fast|bb the parallel port.

set dest name Change the name of a des-

newname tination/queue.

set sysinfo module Control which protocols

[[-]novell] [[- are enabled on the M205/
]appletalk] [[-]net- M206.
bios]

list tcpip List the current TCP/IP

network settings.

list prn List the current settings

of the I/O port.

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Table 3: Common Commands

Command Syntax Description

list dest List the current destina-

tion/queue settings.

list model List the current model set-

tings.

list sysinfo List current system infor-

mation for the M205/
M206

cancel jobID Cancel a queued job.

save Save all current settings to

Flash.

reset Reset the M205/M206.

ping IPaddress “ping” another TCP/IP

host on the network.

telnet IPaddress “telnet” to another TCP/

IP host on the network.

start fox prn Start the FOX test on the

I/O port testing M205/
M206-to-printer commu-
nications.

stop prn Stop the FOX test on the I/

O port.

quit Quit out of the npsh com-

mand shell.

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Back to Factory Defaults

Sometimes it is beneficial to return the M205/M206 to its
factory default state. For example, if you are having prob-
lems communicating with the print server over the network,
you may want to put it back to a default state and reconfig-
ure the network settings. To do this, you will need to move
dipswitch 2 to the “on” position and reboot the unit by
cycling the power off then on. Please refer to the section
entitled Dipswitches on page 11 for instructions about how
to do this.
You now have the M205/M206 booted up in a default state,
meaning its current/working settings are those stored at the
factory. All settings configured and stored in Flash are
ignored while this jumper sits in the “Factory Settings”
position.
At this point, you can use npsh commands on the M205/
M206 to configure certain settings. Here are some common
examples of steps taken when the device is in a default state:
1. Forgotten Password
If you have forgotten a password set on the M205/
M206, you can reset the user settings using these com-
mands:
set user from default
save
2. Restore All Settings in Flash to Defaults
Since this default state is temporary and you may want
to make sure all settings sitting in Flash are back to
their factory default values, you will need to use these
commands:
save default
store tcpip from default

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Firmware Upgrades
Since the M205/M206’s firmware is stored in Flash ROM,
upgrading is easy. Using the File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
on a TCP/IP network, the print server can be upgraded to a
newer firmware version without needing new hardware.
Upgrade Files
There are two files involved with the upgrade process:
New Firmware (“m205hex.Z”) is the print
server binary.
(“m205dl.hex.Z”) File contain-
ing the new downloader code.
Upgrade Instructions (“TCPupgrade.txt”) Detailed
steps explaining what needs to
be done during the upgrade.

These files are always available at Microplex’s FTP site

(“ftp.microplex.com”) and at Microplex’s Web site
(“http://www.microplex.com/microplex/support/
distrib”) or they can be ordered through Microplex Tech-
nical Support. Please see Help Methods Available on page
57 for further information.

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GETTING HELP
Help Methods Available
“Troubleshooting Tips” Sections
Troubleshooting tips are listed at the end of each network
configuration chapter. The tips listed are the ones most com-
monly used. There are additional troubleshooting tips in the
appendices as well.
Web Site
Microplex’s Web site, http://www.microplex.com/,
contains information about the company and its products.
You will find a link to the Technical Support page which
contains the “Support Shack”, a central location for techni-
cal bulletins and firmware and software histories and files.
Figure 17: The Support Shack

If you cannot find what you’re looking for at this site, use
the Support Request Form found at “http://
www.microplex.com/microplex/support/forms/
support.html”.

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FTP Site
Microplex’s FTP site, “ftp.microplex.com” contains
firmware and software for the M205/M206. Once logged in
anonymously, you will need to change to the directory /
support/m205. Here, you will find several sub-directories
pointing to software, firmware, documentation and miscel-
laneous files.
Contacting Microplex
If you need technical assistance from Microplex, please
have this information on hand:
• M205/M206 serial number found on the bottom of the
print server.
• Description of your network environment and periph-
erals attached.
• Description of the problem.

Contact Options

Email [email protected].
Fax to “Support” at +1 604 444-4239.
Call +1 604 444-4232 and select Technical Support
from the list of options (#3).

Note: E-mail queries usually have the fastest response

time

Repair Procedure
Warranty Description
Microplex Systems Ltd. warrants this product to be free
from defects in workmanship and material for three (3)
years from the time of the original purchase date.

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During this period, Microplex will repair or replace a defec-

tive product with a new or rebuilt product at no extra charge
except as stipulated below.
At no time shall Microplex’s liability exceed the replace-
ment cost of the subject item.
All expressed and implied warranties for this product
including all warranties of Merchantability, Suitability, and
Fitness for a particular application are limited to three (3)
years from the time of the original purchase date. In no
event shall Microplex be liable for Loss of Use, Loss of
Profits or Revenues, or other Indirect, Incidental, or Conse-
quential Damages. This warranty does not imply the right to
loaner or replacement units during the time required to per-
form repairs.
This warranty does not cover any losses or damage caused
by:
• shipping,
• improper installation, use, or maintenance,
• unauthorized repair, modification, alteration, or
replacement of components,
• excessive environmental conditions including electri-
cal power surges, temperature, humidity, or any other
irregularities,
• negligence or abuse.

Returning for Repair

To obtain service under this warranty, you must first contact
Microplex’s Technical Support department to rule out con-
figuration errors. A Support technician will have you do
some tests to ensure the problem is definitely hardware-
related. If so, a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA)
number will be given to you by the technician. The defec-
tive product should then be returned to Microplex for repair.

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Please use the following guidelines when shipping goods

back for warranty claim:
• Package the product securely, in original packaging if
possible, to prevent damage during shipping.
• Indicate the RMA number clearly on the address label
of the shipping carton.
• Include a copy of the invoice/receipt.
• You may use any courier company. However, we rec-
ommend using Federal Express due to its lower
charges for customs.
Note: Under a normal warranty repair, Microplex will
only pay for the shipping charges to return the
M205/M206 to you.
• If you ship from a country other than Canada, type (on
any paper) a commercial invoice containing the follow-
ing information:
• your address,
• Microplex’s address (as “consignee”),
• country of origin of the product (i.e. Canada),
• number of packages in the shipment,
• description of the product,
• quantity,
• total value of shipment (i.e. your total purchase
price),
• reason for return (e.g. warranty repair),
• a declaration.
Canada Customs requires that this invoice accompany
the returned product. For an example, refer to Figure
18: Sample Commercial Invoice on page 61.

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Figure 18: Sample Commercial Invoice

COMMERCIAL INVOICE from

Leslie Smith
ABC Corporation
1234 Western Parkway
Anycity, NC
USA, 27511
DATE OF EXPORT: 22/02/96
AIR WAYBILL NO: 123-12341234
CONSIGNEE:
Microplex Systems Ltd.
8525 Commerce Court
Burnaby, B.C.
V5A 4N3, Canada
IMPORTER (if other than consignee)
same as consignee
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Canada
# OF TOTAL
PKGS DESCRIPTION QTY VALUE
1 Ethernet Print Server 1 100.00
REASON FOR RETURN: warranty repair
I declare all information contained in this invoice to be
true and correct.

_______________ Leslie Smith 24/03/96

SIGNATURE NAME DATE

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M205/M206 SPECIFICATIONS
Hardware Specifications
For additional hardware information, please refer to Appen-
dix F - More on Specifications (specs.pdf).
Network Interfaces
The network interfaces provide compatibility with TCP/
ICMP/IP and 8.2.3 Ethernet protocols.
UTP IEEE 802.3 10BaseT UTP Ether-
net female RJ45 connector (M205
only).
THIN Ethernet IEEE 802.3 10Base2 thin-wire
Ethernet female BNC connector
(M206 only).
Printer Support
Parallel Port (prn) IBM PC compatible male 36 pin
parallel interface (Centronics).
IEEE 1284-1 compliant. DMA-
driven state-machine implementa-
tion supports data rates in excess
of 65,000 characters per second.

Physical Dimensions
Metric 5.5 cm W x 3.0 cm H x 8.5cm L
Imperial 2.1” W x 1.2” H x 3.25” L
Weight: 0.06756 kg or 0.150 lbs without
external transformer

Environmental Details

Operating: 0° C to 50° C

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Storage: -40° C to 70° C

95% maximum humidity, non-condensing.

Electrical Details
Power Supply Options:
External transformer available in 120V/60Hz or 220-
240V/50Hz.
Power Supply Requirements:
M205
Typical 115VAC +/- 10% 36mA, 60Hz
220VAC +/- 10% 18mA, 50/60Hz
Maximum 115VAC +/- 10% 54mA, 60Hz
220VAC +/- 10% 27mA, 50/60Hz
M206
Typical 115VAC +/- 10% 36mA, 60Hz
220VAC +/- 10% 18mA, 50/60Hz
Maximum 115VAC +/- 10% 78mA, 60Hz
220VAC +/- 10% 39mA, 50/60Hz
AC Power Requirements:
Voltage 16 VAC
Current, Typical 600mA
Current, Maximum 1A
DC Power Requirements
Voltage 6 VDC regulated
M205
Current, Typical 70mA
Current, Maximum 105mA
M206
Current, Typical 400mA
Current, Maximum 600mA

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Customer-supplied external transformers must be rated

at 20 VA or greater for proper operation.
Power Consumption (Unit only):
M205
Typical 420 mW
Maximum 630 mW
M206
Typical 2400 mW
Maximum 3600 mW

FCC Warning
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio fre-
quency energy. If it is not installed and used as directed in
this manual, interference to radio communications may
result. The equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to
Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to
provide reasonable protection against such interference
when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of
this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause inter-
ference. In such a case the user will be required to correct
the interference at the expense of the user.

CE Mark Conformity Declaration

The M205/M206 fulfills the requirements for radiated emis-
sion according to limit B of EN55022/1987 and the require-
ments for immunity according to EN50082-1/1992
residential, commercial, and light industry.

M205/M206 LEDs
STAT System Status
ERR System error
NET Data to network

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Power-on Self Test

The six-stage power-on self test performs diagnostics
on the processor, RAM, ROM, parallel port, and net-
work interfaces. The STAT, ERR, and NET LEDs indi-
cate which test is currently in progress.
Run and Auto-reset Mode
Run Mode is the normal operating state of the M205/
M206. Auto-reset mode is entered when the watchdog
timer is triggered and the Print Server has reset itself.
In either mode, the STAT LED flashes differently
depending on whether the device’s IP address is con-
figured.

Table 4: STAT LED Patterns in Run and Auto-reset

Modes

FLASH RATE INDICATES

On once per second Normal Mode, IP address

configured

On 2.5 times per second Monitor Mode, IP address

not configured

Off once per second Normal Mode, IP address

configured

Off 2.5 times per second Monitor or Download

Mode, IP address NOT
configured.

Off once per 2 seconds Download Mode, IP

address configured.

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ERR LED Conditions

License Violation
An invalid license mask and key forces the M205/
M206 into this mode after three minutes of operation.
The mask and key settings are printed on the serial
number label at the time of shipment.
Firmware Panic
Unrecoverable errors detected by the M205/M206
firmware force it into panic mode. Manually reset the
M205/M206 to resume normal operation.
Watchdog Halt
The watchdog timer is a hardware device that resets the
system if not serviced regularly by the CPU. It’s pur-
pose is to prevent the CPU from entering an infinite
loop because of a hardware or firmware problem. After
a watchdog interrupt, some diagnostic information is
saved for debugging and the device resumes operation
in Auto-reset Mode. The M205/M206 will auto-reset
up to 16 times before entering non-operational Watch-
dog Halt.
Spurious Halt
Unsupported interrupts force the M205/M206 into this
non-operational mode and typically indicate a hard-
ware problem.
Hardware Exception
Internal errors such as bus errors, address errors or ille-
gal instructions force the M205/M206 into this non-
operational mode.

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Software Specifications
Standards Supported
ARC Ethernet Address Control Protocol
ARP Address Resolution Protocol
BOOTP Bootstrap Protocol
GOSIP RFC-1042Government Open Systems Intercon-
nection Profile
ICMP Internet Address Resolution Protocol
IP Internet Protocol
IPX Internetwork Packet Exchange
LPD Line Printer Daemon Protocol
NetBIOS/SMB Network Basic Input Output System/
Server Message Block
PAP Printer Access Protocol
PSERVER/RPRINTER/NPRINTER
SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol
SMTP Simple Mail Transfer Protocol
RARP Reverse Address Resolution Protocol
RFC-1001 NetBIOS over TCP/IP
RSHD Remote Shell Daemon
TCP Transmission Control Protocol
TELNET Telnet Protocol
UDP User Datagram Protocol

TCP Port Numbers Used on the M205/M206

20 TCP Protocol for FTPD (data)
21 TCP Protocol for FTPD (control)
23 TCP Protocol for TELNETD port
514 TCP Protocol Remote Command daemon port
515 TCP Protocol BSD 4.3 LPD port
4410 TCP Protocol PRN port for logging
4400 TCP Protocol PRN port

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Note: Client application software can send raw data to

PRN by opening a socket to the associated TCP
port number as defined above. Such connections
are queued along with print jobs using other print
methods (e.g. LPR/LPD).

UDP Port Numbers Used on the M205/M206

161 UDP port for SNMP
514 SYSLOG client support
68 BOOTP client port

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GLOSSARY

ARP Address Resolution Protocol. Associ-

ates a selected IP address with a net-
work device’s Ethernet address.
banner page A page printed before the print job
which includes details about that job.
bps Bits per second.
Centronics Parallel port interface standard found on
most printers.
Chooser Feature within the Apple operating sys-
tem that controls system devices (e.g.
printers).
daemon A continuously running process that
handles system-wide functions like print
spooling.
default router Local device that forwards any IP pack-
ets destined for another subnet.
destination Logical print queue on the M205/M206
which hosts send their print jobs to.
There are eight destinations (two per
I/O port) by default.
DNS Domain Name Server. Host providing
responses to queries for a given host
name’s IP address.
EEPROM Electronically-Erasable, Programmable
Read-Only Memory. Preserves data
after power is removed. Also known as
Flash memory.
Ezsetup Quick and easy Microplex configuration
script that runs on Unix hosts.

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factory defaults Settings shipped with the M205/M206.

flash Permanent memory in the EEPROM.
Stores firmware code and configurable
settings. Allows for upgrades without
replacing hardware inside the M205/
M206.
header strings Strings that precede print jobs; used to
control the printer and set printing
options.
ifnum Interface Number. Represents the net-
work interface. With an M205/M206,
this will always be “1” for Ethernet.
interface script Unix host filter file that processes the
print job before it is sent over the net-
work to the M205/M206.
I/O port Port for attaching peripherals to. The
M205/M206 provides one: PRN.
IPAssign TCP/IP configuration utility.
logpath Determines type of print job and printer
logging needed per job. One logpath is
associated with every destination.
LPD/LPR Line Printer Daemon. The most com-
mon TCP/IP remote printing protocol
that crosses all hardware utilizing IP.
MIB Management Information Base. A set of
variables (database) managed by an
SNMP manager application.
model Defines how a print job should be pro-
cessed (e.g. banner pages added, ASCII
to PostScript conversion) as it passes
through the M205/M206. One model is
associated with every destination.

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MPS Microplex Printing Solution (MPS).

Alternative Windows printing solution.
NDS Novell Directory Services. Novell’s glo-
bal directory structure for NetWare ver-
sions 4.0 and higher.
NetBIOS Network Basic Input Output System.
Common interface among PC networks.
netmask see subnet mask.
NIT Network Interface Tap. A module that
serves as a generic interface between the
data link protocol layer (i.e. Ethernet)
and higher interface network protocol
layers. Each NIT is indexed by an inter-
face number (ifnum).
npsh Extensive built-in command shell within
the M205/M206.
papname Printer access protocol name. An Apple-
Talk name for each printer defined on
the host. Makes up the second half of
the name listed in the Chooser and is
transparently mapped to a M205/M206
destination.
PDF Portable Document Format. Encodes
different types of documents enabling
them to be read across multiple plat-
forms.
ping Packet Internet Groper. A program used
to test reachability of destinations by
sending them an ICMP echo request and
waiting for a reply. It is a standard com-
mand to test a TCP/IP connection. (e.g.
“ping 192.75.11.9)

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print path Three-stage path a print job takes when

it is sent from a host to a printer through
the M205/M206.
PSERVER Print Server. A Novell print method
where the M205/M206 continuously
polls the Novell file server’s print queue
looking for print jobs.
RAM Random Access Memory. Volatile
memory within the M205/M206 that
contains current/working settings. Set-
tings are lost once the power is
removed.
RARP Reverse Address Resolution Protocol.
Allows a network device to discover its
IP address dynamically upon bootup.
The IP address doesn’t need to be stored
within the device itself permanently.
router A device that forwards IP packets to
their destination. Also called a gateway.
RPRINTER Remote Printer. A Novell print method
where the M205/M206 waits for jobs to
be sent to it from a defined PSERVER.
serial number Five-digit number found on the bottom
of the M205/M206.
SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol.
A standard protocol used to monitor net-
work devices called “SNMP agents”.
socket TCP connection between two hosts con-
sisting of a source and destination TCP
port number at each end.
spooling Storing data in memory or in a file until
it can be printed.

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subnet mask A binary value used to divide IP net-

works into smaller sub-networks or sub-
nets. This mask is used to help
determine whether IP packets need to be
forwarded on to other subnets.
tar Command for archiving data onto a per-
manent storage medium. Used in Unix
networks.
TCP/IP Suite of protocols that act as the base
protocol for the Internet.
TCP port A logical connection point in the soft-
ware of a TCP host or device. When two
IP devices talk, they establish a socket
which consists of a source and destina-
tion TCP port number on both ends.
telnet Command and protocol to establish a
terminal connection between two hosts
on an IP network.
trailer strings Strings that follow print jobs; used to
control the printer and set printing
options.
zone A pre-defined group of AppleTalk sta-
tions which helps divide up larger net-
works.

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INDEX

Symbols
.options file B-29
.rc B-27
/etc/hosts B-30
/etc/printcap B-18, B-27, B-28, B-29
/etc/qconfig B-23
/usr/spool/lp/admins/lp/interfaces B-13
/usr/spool/lp/model B-13
A
AC power requirements 64
Adobe TranScript B-25
details B-29
AIX
configuration B-22
AppleTalk
changing printer names D-2
changing zones D-4
configuration D-1
enabling/disabling the module D-4
environments 45
host configuration 46, D-2
limiting printers E-7
M205/M2062 configuration 46
mapping printer names to destinations/queues D-3
naming E-5
number of printers D-3
understanding printer names D-2
using different printer drivers D-5
architecture 3
diagram E-2
ASCII to PostScript conversion E-6
in interface scripts B-10, B-20

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in models E-3, E-4

ASCII to PostScript conversion, see also a2ps
autosensing/autoswitching
of printer mode E-6
B
banner page generation E-6
extra with Novell C-14
in interface scripts B-11, B-19
in models E-3
binary
npscramble E-9
blank pages
with Novell C-14
BOOTP
command 52
BSD
and npd B-27
direct/remote printing B-16
host configuration B-16
interface script setup B-19
interface script syntax B-18
spooling B-10
C
cancel job 54
CAPTURE C-13
configuration C-14
capturing printer feedback E-10
carriage return insertion E-6
in interface scripts B-10, B-20
in models E-3
with DOS B-33
carriage return insertion, see also onlcr
CE Mark 65
checksum
in logpaths E-4
Chooser

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problems D-6
command shell
debug commands G-3
help with G-3
list commands G-4
Novell environments, accessing in C-2
overview 50
prefixes 51, G-2
prompt G-2
rules 51
set commands G-6
store commands G-16
user accounts G-3
user permissions G-3
ways to access 51, G-2
commercial invoice
sample 61
config file
and naming schemes E-5
problems C-12
configuration
AppleTalk D-1
available tools 13
description 13
I/O ports E-5
connection
testing 10
to network 11
control file B-16
D
data rate F-3
DC power requirements 64
Debug G-3
debug commands G-3
default
router B-31

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defaults
factory 12
going back to 55
descrambling
in models E-3
destinations
and PSERVER C-11
command 53
default E-2
default names 49
details E-2
diagram E-2
in print path 4
devicefile B-27
direct socket printing
npwrite B-9
overview B-8
rsh/rcmd/remsh B-9
DNS B-30
E
email
and error messages B-32
and logging E-4
Microplex Support 58
ERR LED F-7
EtherTalk D-6
ezsetup B-10
and interface scripts B-11
host configuration 32
how to use 31
main menu 14
overview 14
tips 32
troubleshooting 33

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F
FCC warning 65
features
list of 5
Flash
uses 3
flow control
and garbled data B-33, C-14
problems B-32
formfeeds 36
FOX test
command 54
steps 35
frame type
controlling E-7
ftp
configuring M205/M206 with E-15
copying a configuration with E-16
executing a configuration file with E-18
monitoring print queue with E-15
printing with B-24, E-13
removing print job wih E-14
restoring a configuraiton with E-16
using to access command shell G-2
FTP Daemon
and configuration E-15
and printing B-24, E-13
FTP site
Microplex 58
G
garbled data B-33, C-14
H
Hardware Specifications
Dimensions 63
Operating temperature 63

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Storage temperature 64
header string
in models E-3
with variables E-4
host configuration
BSD B-16
host software
and interface scripts B-10
for Novell C-12
HP OpenSpool
Setup B-20
I
I/O port
and destinations E-2
and logging E-4
command 53
default names 49
in print path 4
problems B-32
installation
diagram 11
site requirements 8
steps 11
interface script
BSD syntax B-18
choices B-11
modifying B-12
overview B-10
System V syntax B-14
IP address
command 52
duplicate B-30
format B-31
instead of IP name B-30
IPAssign
how to use 18

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overview 13
troubleshooting 26
J
jobs
in logpaths E-4
L
LED
descriptions 65
error condition 67
patterns 66, F-7
power-on self test 66
run and auto-reset mode 66
status 27
link integrity
details E-5
disable 12
list Commands G-4
list commands G-4
logpaths
altering settings E-12
default names 49
details E-4
in destinations E-3
in print path 4
naming E-11
options E-10
viewing current E-12
lp
and logging E-12
lpstat
and logging E-10
M
Macs, See AppleTalk.
memory
controlling E-6

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Microplex Printing Solution 24

models
and onlcr B-33
and processing options E-3, E-6
default E-3
default names 49
diagram E-2
in destinations E-2
in print path 4
setting a formfeed 36
setting onlcr 36
types and inclusions E-3
module
control E-7
MPS 24
N
name
command 52
default print path 50
default print server 49
workgroup 49
naming schemes E-5
NCSA E-23
details E-23
printing with E-23
NDS, See Novell.
NET LED F-7
NetBIOS
naming E-5
NetWare 3.x, See Novell.
NetWare 4.x, See Novell.
network
connector diagrams 9
connectors 8, F-2
Novell
adjust polling time C-10

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changing frame type C-11

changing M205/M206 name C-10
common commands 53
communication problems C-11
controlling frame type E-7
enabling/disabling "keepalive" packets C-9
environments 37
host configuraiton C-2
host software C-2
M205/M206 configuration 38, C-2
naming E-5
NDS 41
NetWare 3.x configuration 39
NetWare 3.x RPRINTER setup C-4
NetWare 4.x configuration 41
Netware 4.x RPRINTER/NPRINTER setup C-6
password security C-9
preferred server 38, C-8
printing mechanisms C-14
printing problems C-13
queueing C-13
security E-10
npcomm.sh B-29
npconfig
and remote management E-7
npd
and interface scripts B-12, B-13
applications which use B-28
finding B-26
locks B-26
modifying a host to use B-27
starting B-26
stopping B-27
testing B-27
npr.if B-9, B-11
and extra job processing B-33, E-6

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overview B-10
problems B-32
using B-14, B-19
NPRINT C-13
configuration C-14
NPRINTER
overview 38
npscramble E-9
in interface scripts B-19
npsh, See command shell.
npwrite B-8, B-25
and Adobe TranScript B-29
and interface scripts B-12, B-19
command syntax B-9
details B-9
O
onlcr 36
data in wrong format B-33
garbled data B-33
onlcr, see also carriage return insertion
OpenSpool
Setup B-20
P
page count
in logpaths E-4
parallel port
command 53
description 10
diagram F-6
parameters 10, F-3
pinout F-6
TCP port numbers 68
timing chart F-3, F-4
timing diagram F-3
UDP port numbers 69

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password E-7
forgotten 55
Novell C-12
PC/TCP
details B-23
PCONSOLE
troubleshooting with C-12
PDF
file index 1
port numbers 68
power
AC requirements 64
consumption 65
DC requirements 64
requirements 64
socket pinout F-2
specifications 64
print path
diagram 4
print spooler
integrating B-10
printer
logging E-10
logging terms E-11
logging through logpaths E-11
logpath E-11
monitoring E-10
printer support 3
printing mechanisms
Novell C-13
printing, alternate Windows solution 24
PRN, See parallel port.
processing options
details E-6
in interface scripts B-20
location of B-10
protocols

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supported 68
PSERVER
communication problems C-11
default name C-11
overview 38
pseudo-tty daemon
npd B-25
Q
qdaemon B-22
R
RARP
command 52
problems B-31
remote management
TCP/IP methods E-7
remote shell
overview 15
repairs 58
RMA number 59
router
command 52
communicating across A-5
default entry in Windows environments 20
routing
problems B-31
RPRINTER
communication problems C-11
configuration C-4
default name C-11
overview 38
rsh/rcmd/remsh
and Adobe TranScript B-29
and interface scripts B-12, B-15, B-19
and lp E-12
and remote management E-7
BSD syntax B-10

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details B-9
System V syntax B-10
S
scrambling/descrambling
in interface scripts B-20
scrambling/descrambling print jobs E-9
security E-7
Novell passwords E-10
scrambling/descrambling E-9
SNMP E-10
tcp access lists E-8
serial number
location of 58
service
control E-7
set
and I/O ports E-5
set commands G-6
set date G-6
set dest G-6
set logpath G-8
set model G-9
set prn G-11
set rprinter G-12
set sysinfo G-13
set time G-15
set user G-15
set var G-15
shipping instructions 60
SMIT B-22
SNMP
and remote management E-7
communities E-10
custom MIBs E-20
details E-19
security E-10

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traps E-20
Solaris 2.X
LPR Setup B-21
spooler
bypassing B-8, B-32
problems B-32
STAT LED F-7
store commands G-16
store ifc G-16
store pserver G-16
store tcpip G-19
subnet mask
command 52
Sun NeWSprint B-25
setup B-28
syslog
in logpaths E-4
System V
and npd B-27
host configuration B-13
interface script syntax B-13
spooling B-10
T
tab expansion E-6
in models E-3
tab expansion, see also xtab
TCP
access list B-31
port for logging E-4
TCP/IP
and remote management E-7
communication problems B-30
controlling frame type E-7
printing problems B-31
technical support 58
Telnet

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and logging E-4

and remote management E-7
problems B-31
terminal
and logging E-4
test
printer B-32
test pages, printing of 10
trailer string
and formfeeds B-32, C-13
in models E-3
with variables E-4
U
Unix
environments 29
Ezsetup utility 14, 31
host configuration 32
M205/M206 configuration 30
upgrade
overview 56
users
in logpaths E-4
UTP
manipulate E-5
V
variable definitions F-7
variables
details E-4
W
warranty 58
registration 7
Windows
95 configuration 22
alternate printing solution 24
communicating across routers A-5

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destination names A-6

environments 17
IPAssign utility 13, 18
M205/M206 configuration 18
manually configuring M205/M206 A-3
NT configuration 21
print methods overview A-2
TCP/IP settings A-7
workgroup names A-5
Windows 95
IP address configuration A-8
NetBIOS Installation A-8
netmask configuration A-8
new printer setup A-8
Windows NT
IP address configuration A-11
LPR installation A-10
netmask configuration A-11
Windows NTT
NetBIOS installation A-11
workgroup
default 49
X
xtab
and garbled data B-33, C-14
xtab, see also tab expansion

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