Appletalk configuration, Bitronics, Macintosh services – Lantronix ETS16PR User Manual
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The EZWebCon configuration software is the easiest way to configure the ETS. The
following sections cover print configuration methods for AppleTalk hosts.
Note:
The ETS needs an IP address before you can use EZWebCon.
Note:
Macintoshes that do not support EtherTalk will need either an Ethernet
card or a LocalTalk-to-EtherTalk router to use the ETS.
Bitronics
Printing from a Macintosh is only possible with a PostScript printer and bi-directional
communication between the ETS and that printer. The ETS supports the Bitronics
interface, an extension to the standard Centronics interface. Printers that support
Bitronics allow bi-directional communication. To enable Bitronics on an ETS port, use
the Define Port 2 Bitronics Enabled command.
Note:
MacOS 8.1 can also print via LPD. See the Device Server Reference
Manual located on the CD-ROM and web site for configuration instructions.
Macintosh Services
Before attempting to print from a Macintosh, ensure that AppleTalk and PostScript
are both enabled on at least one service. Once a PostScript AppleTalk service is
configured, the service will appear in the Chooser as a LaserWriter in the same zone
as the ETS. Select the service in the Chooser and complete the appropriate setup
options. Then close the Chooser window and print a test page of text to the
Macintosh service.
AppleTalk Zones
If there is a router on the network, the ETS will appear in the default zone specified
by the router. To change the default zone use the Define Protocol AppleTalk Zone
command.
If the ETS is attached to a network without an AppleTalk router, all AppleTalk devices
(including the ETS) will appear in the default zone in the Chooser.
Note:
If no router is present on the network, the ETS will not accept
AppleTalk print jobs for 60 seconds after booting.