Lantronix® xPrintServer® User Guide
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1: Introduction
The Lantronix® xPrintServer® Cloud Print edition print server provides printing capabilities for all
Google Cloud Print supported platforms, such as Chrome OS™ and Android™ platforms. Simply
plug the xPrintServer device into your network (router or switch with internet access), then plug
your USB printer(s) into the xPrintServer unit. Within seconds the xPrintServer device will auto-
discover your printers to enable printing from your devices. A registered Google account is
required to establish a Google Cloud Print connection.
Figure 1-1 xPrintServer Cloud Print Device
Cloud Print, Network, Home and Office Editions
The xPrintServer printer server comes in Cloud Print, Network, Home and Office editions. This
user guide documents the features and functionality of the xPrintServer Cloud Print Edition print
server.
Key Features
Simple configuration
Supports up to 8 USB printers via USB hub and an unlimited number of network-attached
printers.
Note:
Up to 10 network-attached printers is recommended for optimal performance. Print
jobs process one at a time regardless of the number of configured printers. The xPrintServer
device includes one USB port as a part of the unit; an additional USB hub for connecting
additional USB printers is not included.
Automatic printer discovery and configuration (for supported printers)
Security features
External LED status indicator
Configuration via browser (HTTP)
Supported Devices
All Chrome OS devices.
All Android (2.3.3 and up) devices. Requires installation of a Google apps with Google Cloud
Print web printing service functionality.
