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Small rectangular box, light coloured, parallel port on one side, Ethernet port on the other, antenna on top

Linksys

Linksys WPS11 wireless network print server

SKU CH-1JWR-J4NX7 MPN WPS11

Connects a parallel printer to wired or wireless networks with web-based management and up to 1500 ft indoor range

  • Network ConnectionIEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 1284
  • Network Speed10/100Mbps (Ethernet), 11Mbps (wireless)
  • Printer ConnectionLPT
  • ProtocolsCSMA/CD
  • Device ManagementWeb-based management
  • Operating Systems SupportedWindows95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP
  • Print wirelessly from anywhere in the building with up to 1500 ft indoor range
  • Connect legacy parallel printers to modern networks via LPT and 10/100 Ethernet
  • Manage the device from any browser without installing extra software
  • Compact 4.8 x 3.7 x 1.2 inch design fits on any desk or shelf
  • 256 KB RAM buffer speeds up graphics-heavy print jobs

Wireless print server for parallel printers

The Linksys WPS11 connects a printer with an LPT port to a network using IEEE 802.11b wireless at 11Mbps or wired Ethernet at 10/100Mbps. It removes the need for a dedicated PC to act as a print server. The unit operates on the 2.4 GHz band with a range up to 1500 feet indoors or 300 feet outdoors. Management is performed through a web browser on any networked computer.

Build integration with legacy and modern networks

The device supports IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u and IEEE 1284 standards, allowing it to sit on both wired and wireless segments simultaneously. Its LPT interface serves older laser, ink jet, bubble jet, colour and dot matrix printers that lack built-in networking. A 256 KB RAM buffer handles graphics data while 512 KB flash memory stores firmware for future upgrades. No extra print-server software is required on client machines running Windows 95 through XP.

Sustained operation with browser-based control

The stand-alone design means the server manages print queues independently without relying on a host computer to stay powered on. Web-based management lets administrators monitor status and adjust settings remotely during continuous use. CSMA/CD protocol handling coordinates access on shared Ethernet segments. The compact 4.8 by 3.7 by 1.2 inch enclosure weighs 8.5 ounces and draws power from an external supply, keeping heat and noise low during long print runs.

Highlights

  • Print wirelessly from anywhere in the building with up to 1500 ft indoor range
  • Connect legacy parallel printers to modern networks via LPT and 10/100 Ethernet
  • Manage the device from any browser without installing extra software
  • Compact 4.8 x 3.7 x 1.2 inch design fits on any desk or shelf
  • 256 KB RAM buffer speeds up graphics-heavy print jobs

Specifications

BrandLINKSYS
ModelWPS11
Network ConnectionIEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 1284
Network Speed10/100Mbps (Ethernet), 11Mbps (wireless)
Printer ConnectionLPT
ProtocolsCSMA/CD
Device ManagementWeb-based management
Operating Systems SupportedWindows95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP
Dimensions4.8" x 3.7" x 1.2"
Weight8.5 oz. (0.24 kg)
FeaturesInteroperable with IEEE 802.11b (DSSS) 2.4 GHz-Compliant Equipment
Long Operating Range: Up to 1500' (91 m) Indoors and 300' (457 m) Outdoors
Configurable Through Your Networked PC's Web Browser
Runs with Virtually All Laser, Ink Jet, Bubble Jet, Color and Dot Matrix Printers
Integrates Through Both Ethernet and Wireless Connections
Works with Virtually All Major Operating Systems
Stand-Alone Unit--No Dedicated Print Server PC Needed
Easy-to-Use Built-In Remote Management Utility
256 KB RAM Buffer for Faster Graphics Performance
512 KB Flash Memory for Future Upgrades
Shipping weight1.81 kg
Package size292 × 254 × 89 mm

Questions about this item

How many megabytes per second can the 11Mbps wireless link sustain when the print server runs all day?

The 802.11b wireless interface is rated at 11Mbps; real-world throughput will be lower and varies with distance and interference.

Does the WPS11 produce audible fan noise or noticeable heat during continuous operation?

The unit has no fan and draws little power, so it runs silently and stays cool during extended use.

What port must my printer provide to connect to the LPT interface on this print server?

Your printer needs a standard IEEE 1284 parallel port (LPT) to plug directly into the WPS11.

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