Linksys WPSM54G Manuel D’Utilisation

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Chapter 8: Internet Printing Protocol (IPP)

Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) is a standards-based system that allows remote printing from a PC to any 
accessible printer. Normally, the printer will be attached to a computer or other device that functions as an IPP 
Server. For client PCs, it is necessary to install a compatible IPP Client program. The Client must also know the IP 
Address or URL of the IPP Server.

The PrintServer contains the necessary firmware to act as an IPP Server. No additional configuration is 
necessary. However, the following requirements must be met:

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The PrintServer must have a valid IP Address. For printing via the Internet, the PrintServer’s IP Address must 
be external (allocated by your ISP), rather than an IP Address on your local LAN.

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Any Router, Gateway, or Firewall linking your LAN to the Internet must NOT block IPP. (IPP uses Port Services 
631/TCP.)

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You must advise clients of the correct URL or IP Address of the IPP Server. To use a URL rather than an IP 
Address, you need to register the domain name for the URL. 

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Unless clients are using Windows 2000 or XP, you must provide your clients with the supplied IPP Client 
software. If it is not convenient to provide the CD-ROM, supply the setup.exe file, located in the IPP folder. 

Installing using setup.exe

1. Run this program, located at d:\driver\ipp\setup.exe, to unzip the included files. 

2. The IPP Setup program will then run. 

3. Follow the prompts to complete the installation.