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1 Introduction
Overview
This chapter introduces you to the Ethernet** Interface architecture and
special features, as well as providing information on installation and
configuration tools.
What is the Ethernet Interface?
The Ethernet Interface print server allows you to attach printers on a local
area network (LAN) rather than attaching them directly to a host system.
Following simple configuration steps, the printers can then be
simultaneously shared with users on the network whether you are using
TCP/IP, NetBIOS over TCP/IP, or IPX (Novell**) network protocol.
The Ethernet Interface package contains a network interface card to
attach itself and the printer to the network.
What Special Features are Available?
The Ethernet Interface offers an extensive list of features, including:
• built-in HTML forms for easy cross-platform configuration
• availability of the Printer Management Utility (PMU)
• availability of printer manager software
• support for SNMP printer MIB
• a detailed and easy-to-use command shell built in to the firmware
• multi-level configuration security through passwords, permission
levels, and access lists