HP 4200n HP Jetdirect Print Servers - Administrator Guide - Page 7

1 Introducing the HP Jetdirect Print Server Introduction HP Jetdirect print servers allow you to connect printers and other devices directly to a network. By attaching a device directly to a network, you can install it in a convenient location and share it with multiple users. In addition, a network connection allows data transfers to or from the device at network speeds. HP Jetdirect internal print servers are installed in HP printers that have a compatible input/output (I/O) slot. HP Jetdirect external print servers connect printers to the network by adapting the printer's USB port to the network. Note Unless otherwise specified, the term print server in this manual refers to the HP Jetdirect print servers and not a separate computer running print server software. When connected through a wireless connection to your network, an HP Jetdirect wireless print server provides the same printing services as Jetdirect print servers connected by network cables. For more information on HP wireless print servers, see Appendix B. ENWW 7