D-Link DP-301P+ – Multiprotocol Ethernet / Fast Ethernet Print Server with Parallel Printer Port, RJ45 10/100Mbps, TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, NetBEUI & AppleTalk Support
Overview:
• The D-Link DP-301P+ is a compact Multiprotocol Ethernet / Fast Ethernet Print Server designed to connect a parallel printer directly to a LAN network.
• It allows network users to print directly to the connected printer without needing a dedicated PC or file server to manage print jobs.
• The print server includes an IEEE 1284-compliant high-speed bi-directional parallel printer port with a 36-pin connector.
• It supports Ethernet and Fast Ethernet network connectivity through an RJ45 port with auto-detecting 10 / 100Mbps data transfer rates.
• The DP-301P+ supports multiple network protocols including IPX/SPX, TCP/IP, NetBEUI, and AppleTalk / EtherTalk, making it suitable for mixed legacy network environments.
• It includes PS Admin Windows-based administration software and also supports management through Telnet, SNMP, and supported TCP/IP utilities such as BOOTP, DHCP, TFTP, FTP, lpd, and RARP.
Key Features:
• Multiprotocol Ethernet / Fast Ethernet Print Server.
• Designed for parallel printers.
• Compact pocket-size design.
• IEEE 1284 bi-directional parallel printer interface.
• 36-pin parallel printer connector.
• RJ45 10Base-T / 100Base-TX network port.
• Auto-detecting 10 / 100Mbps network speed.
• Supports direct network printing without a dedicated PC.
• Helps reduce workload on file servers.
• Supports peer-to-peer printing.
• Supports IPX/SPX, TCP/IP, NetBEUI, and AppleTalk / EtherTalk.
• Supports Novell NetWare, Unix, Windows, and Mac OS network environments.
• Supports SNMP management.
• Supports Telnet management interface.
• Supports PS Admin Windows-based configuration and administration.
• Diagnostic LED indicators for power, network link/activity, and printer activity.
• Suitable for legacy parallel printer sharing in offices, schools, and business networks.
Technical Specifications:
• Product Type: Multiprotocol Ethernet / Fast Ethernet Print Server
• Brand: D-Link
• Model: DP-301P+
• Printer Interface: IEEE 1284 Standard Bi-Directional Parallel Interface
• Printer Connector: 36-Pin Parallel Connector
• Bidirectional Communication: Hewlett-Packard PJL Printer Job Language Standard
• Network Standards: IEEE 802.3 10Base-T Ethernet, IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet
• Network Data Transfer Rate: 10 / 100Mbps Auto-Detecting
• Network Connector: RJ45 for 10Base-T / 100Base-TX Twisted-Pair Connection
• Ethernet Frame Types: 802.2, 802.3, Ethernet II, SNAP Auto-Switching
• Transport Protocols: IPX/SPX, TCP/IP, NetBEUI, AppleTalk / EtherTalk
• TCP/IP Protocols: BOOTP, SNMP, Telnet, TFTP, FTP, lpd, RARP, DHCP
• Management Standard: SNMP
• MIB Support: MIB-II RFC 1213
• Administration Software: PS Admin
• Diagnostic LEDs: Pw/Tx, Lk/Rx, LPT
• Power Supply: External AC Power Adapter
• Power Input: 5V / 1.5A DC
• Dimensions: 92.8 × 58 × 25.3 mm
• Weight: Approx. 65g
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C
• Storage Temperature: -25°C to 55°C
• Operating Humidity: 5% to 95%, Non-Condensing
• Emissions: FCC Class A, CISPR 22 Class A, VCCI Class 1, AS/NZS 3548:1995 Class A
• Safety: UL 1950, CSA950, TÜV/GS EN60950
Applications:
• Sharing a parallel printer over an Ethernet or Fast Ethernet LAN.
• Office and school printer sharing.
• Legacy printer integration into wired networks.
• Peer-to-peer network printing without using another workstation as a print server.
• Small business networks with existing parallel printers.
• Mixed protocol environments using TCP/IP, NetBEUI, IPX/SPX, or AppleTalk.
• Reducing file server workload by assigning print job management to a dedicated print server.
Connect Gates Recommendation:
• Recommended only for legacy parallel printer environments where the client needs to keep an existing printer connected to the network.
• Suitable for old offices, schools, administration areas, and legacy systems that still use parallel printers.
• For new projects, Connect Gates recommends using modern network printers or newer USB / multifunction print servers where compatible, especially for better support, easier setup, and long-term availability.
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