Print Server

Rich43 · 11 Nov 2007 at 18:46

I am looking for a decent usb print server, I want one that I can add/remove under windows xp using its wizard with no special print server client software.

An alternative would be a small cheap embedded motherboard with usb and ethernet port that can run linux and cups/samba, suggestions for this is welcome.

Edit: 300th post

lmfy2k · 11 Nov 2007 at 22:12

search auction for HP 175x

its a jet direct box that has USB, the prices range from £20 - £80! just have to keep ya eye out everyday.

just got one my self, piece of cake to install

just assign the direct box an IP using its integrated webgui, attach it to the network, in xp/vista go to add printers, put in the ip and away you go!

Rich43 · 12 Nov 2007 at 17:25

I want to know if that works with all printers? Including a epson.

lmfy2k · 13 Nov 2007 at 13:59

Rich43 said:
I want to know if that works with all printers? Including a epson.

Yep, using it with a Epson R300 (usb)

Fr0dders · 13 Nov 2007 at 20:27

Rich43 said:
I want to know if that works with all printers? Including a epson.

should do

HP Jetdirect are proper print servers and their bigger brothers are used in all sorts of commercial applications