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7: AppleTalk Configuration
The EZWebCon configuration software is the easiest way to configure the MPS. The fol-
lowing sections cover print configuration methods for AppleTalk hosts.
Note:
The MPS needs an IP address before you can use EZWebCon. See
Setting the IP Address on page 4-1 for instructions.
Note:
Macintoshes that do not support EtherTalk will need either an
Ethernet card or a LocalTalk-to-EtherTalk router to use the MPS.
Note:
The LPS1-T and LPS1-2 do not support AppleTalk Protocol.
7.1 Bitronics
Printing from a Macintosh is only possible with a PostScript printer and bi-directional
communication between the MPS and that printer. The MPS supports the Bitronics in-
terface, an extension to the standard Centronics interface. Printers that support Bitronics
allow bi-directional communication. To enable Bitronics on an MPS port, use the Define
Port 1 Bitronics Enabled command.
Note:
MacOS 8.1 can also print via LPD. See the Print Server Reference
Manual located on the CD-ROM and web site for configuration
instructions.
7.2 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 MPS. Se-
lect 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.
7.3 AppleTalk Zones
If there is a router on the network, the MPS will appear in the default zone specified by
the router. To change the default zone use the Define Protocol AppleTalk Zone com-
mand.
If the MPS is attached to a network without an AppleTalk router, all AppleTalk devices
(including the MPS) will appear in the default zone in the Chooser.
