Monoprice Networking USB 2.0 Print Server
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Will this print server work on Windows 10? I need to add a Laserjet CP1215 printer to my network, and the printer only has a USB cable on it, no network. Will the software that comes with this print server work on Windows 10, or can the firmware be upgraded to Work on Windows 10?
Gianfranco C
on Feb 28, 2018
BEST ANSWER: For me, Yes and No. When I used the recommended Bonjou method, it would connect then it would have problems. This could be because of my network. I was easily able to setup as Standard TCP/IP (Static IP) and connect that way. I have two dymos that have worked flawlessly setup this way.
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- Jose H on Apr 24, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 20, 2018
BEST ANSWER: For me, Yes and No. When I used the recommended Bonjou method, it would connect then it would have problems. This could be because of my network. I was easily able to setup as Standard TCP/IP (Static IP) and connect that way. I have two dymos that have worked flawlessly setup this way.
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- Jose H on Apr 24, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 20, 2018
Yes, it works for my three Windows 10 systems. The standard software shipped with the device installs without problem on Windows 10. Be sure to use the fully qualified printer name and port set by the Monoprice server for the printer name in Windows.
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- BRIAN N on Apr 24, 2019
- Purchased on May 21, 2018
Is your printer on the list.
https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/manuals/5342_Manual_100716.pdf
https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/manuals/5342_Manual_100716.pdf
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- David Henderson on Apr 24, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 6, 2018
I did not have good luck with it. Win and an older Xerox multi function printer. I'm not sure where the problem was but I could not get it to work consistently.
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- John E on Apr 24, 2019
- Purchased on May 14, 2018
Same. Assign a static IP to tghe print server. Select Standard TCP when seeting up the printer.. My windows 10 machine found it
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- Steven K on Dec 29, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 16, 2020
Yes, it does work with Windows 10. Every so often I need to reboot the server, but it works fine.
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- Rafael B on Apr 24, 2019
- Purchased on Sep 13, 2018
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Can you connect a HDD to this and access it via the network?
A shopper
on Mar 1, 2017
BEST ANSWER: No. This impliments a web-printing protocol and will not work with storage devices.
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- Jeffrey K on Feb 20, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 17, 2017
BEST ANSWER: No. This impliments a web-printing protocol and will not work with storage devices.
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- Jeffrey K on Feb 20, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 17, 2017
I tried it with a USB stick and it did not see it. SO for me the answer is NO.
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- David Henderson on Jul 19, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 6, 2018
Yes, the manual states so. When everything else fails, read the manual!
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- Eric K on Sep 19, 2017
No (since this is a printer server).
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- Helmut A on Apr 20, 2017
- Purchased on Mar 25, 2017
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Does this device enable air printing/ network printing on iphone/ipad?
A shopper
on Feb 18, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I doubt it. I tried to use it with an older printer and a PC wired and it would not work.
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- John E on Feb 18, 2019
- Purchased on May 14, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I doubt it. I tried to use it with an older printer and a PC wired and it would not work.
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- John E on Feb 18, 2019
- Purchased on May 14, 2018
I use it to connect my old HP Laserjet 3015 (BW printer, fax, and copier) to the network. It does make the printer visible on the network via the Ethernet cable connected to my network switch. The USB cable connects from the Print Server to the printer Occasionally the Printer Server "drops off" and I need to unplug the power, wait, then plug it back in. Once I do that the printer is visible again. I believe that is a feature with the power saver sleep mode of the printer and not the Print Server.. Good luck!
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- Howard S on Feb 18, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 21, 2018
No, all this device does is connect a USB be printer to a wired network. You would need additional hardware and possibly software to connect to the printer to Iphone/Ipad.
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- James A on Feb 18, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 27, 2018
No. Your printer needs to support air printing. This will just enable you to use a non-network printer on the network from your computer by adding a network print port.
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- Jonathan T on Feb 18, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 14, 2018
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Works great on the Macs but can't make it work on the Windows 10 computers... How about some updated Windows 10 drivers Monoprice?
A shopper
on Mar 23, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Try this:
Don't use any drivers for Windows printers. First, use the documentation to set a static IP address on the print server, then refer to the following for configuring your printer in Windows 10. Mac should still work.
>Select “Start” and type “advanced print” in the search box.
>Choose “Advanced printer setup“.
>Select “The printer that I want isn’t listed“.
>Select “Add a printer using a TCP/IP address or hostname” , then select “Next“.
>Select “TCP/IP Device” in the “Device type” list.
>Type the hostname or the IP address of the printer. Select “Next“.
>Windows should find the printer if the printer is on and configured correctly. You may have to specify more information. If prompted, Select the type of network adapter installed in the printer in the “Device Type” drop-down list. You can also click “Custom” to specify custom settings for the network printer. Select “Next“.
Don't use any drivers for Windows printers. First, use the documentation to set a static IP address on the print server, then refer to the following for configuring your printer in Windows 10. Mac should still work.
>Select “Start” and type “advanced print” in the search box.
>Choose “Advanced printer setup“.
>Select “The printer that I want isn’t listed“.
>Select “Add a printer using a TCP/IP address or hostname” , then select “Next“.
>Select “TCP/IP Device” in the “Device type” list.
>Type the hostname or the IP address of the printer. Select “Next“.
>Windows should find the printer if the printer is on and configured correctly. You may have to specify more information. If prompted, Select the type of network adapter installed in the printer in the “Device Type” drop-down list. You can also click “Custom” to specify custom settings for the network printer. Select “Next“.
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- Bruce S on Mar 24, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 31, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Try this:
Don't use any drivers for Windows printers. First, use the documentation to set a static IP address on the print server, then refer to the following for configuring your printer in Windows 10. Mac should still work.
>Select “Start” and type “advanced print” in the search box.
>Choose “Advanced printer setup“.
>Select “The printer that I want isn’t listed“.
>Select “Add a printer using a TCP/IP address or hostname” , then select “Next“.
>Select “TCP/IP Device” in the “Device type” list.
>Type the hostname or the IP address of the printer. Select “Next“.
>Windows should find the printer if the printer is on and configured correctly. You may have to specify more information. If prompted, Select the type of network adapter installed in the printer in the “Device Type” drop-down list. You can also click “Custom” to specify custom settings for the network printer. Select “Next“.
Don't use any drivers for Windows printers. First, use the documentation to set a static IP address on the print server, then refer to the following for configuring your printer in Windows 10. Mac should still work.
>Select “Start” and type “advanced print” in the search box.
>Choose “Advanced printer setup“.
>Select “The printer that I want isn’t listed“.
>Select “Add a printer using a TCP/IP address or hostname” , then select “Next“.
>Select “TCP/IP Device” in the “Device type” list.
>Type the hostname or the IP address of the printer. Select “Next“.
>Windows should find the printer if the printer is on and configured correctly. You may have to specify more information. If prompted, Select the type of network adapter installed in the printer in the “Device Type” drop-down list. You can also click “Custom” to specify custom settings for the network printer. Select “Next“.
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- Bruce S on Mar 24, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 31, 2017
I have a listed Brother printer and installed the manufacturer's printer software. I installed the Monoprice software and followed the directions in the Quick Installation Guide for a USB LPR printer setup. It took a couple of tries initializing the software and getting the printer and the software to recognize each other. The printer now works as a network USB wireless printer.
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- Alan K on Feb 7, 2022
- Purchased on Jan 15, 2022
I have it working fine on Win10. I used the Win7 drivers that were available on Monoprice about a year ago. Other than having to reboot the thing every so often, it works great.
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- New User U on Mar 24, 2018
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Does anyone know if this will work with a Square Register? I have an Epson TM-T20 kitchen printer that is USB-B only that I need to be connected to a 50 ft ethernet cable running to our wireless router. The Square register is USB only but also detects network printers. My only options at this point are to install an adapter like this or to re-run a 50 ft USB-B cable through our restaurant. So far I am not having much luck with cables that long.
A shopper
on Mar 1, 2021
BEST ANSWER: It's cheap enough to try. It may not detect it, but I've had luck setting up printers (HP) using standard TCP/P (LPR/LPD). Connect it directly and let it automagically create the printer. Note the IP and port. Then hook it up to your EN cable.
If it doens't find it,manually use the window screens to "set up a printer", select standard TCP?IP and plug in the new device IP (unless you go static) and the port you identified before. I played with it and finally got it to work. Yours ma differ
If it doens't find it,manually use the window screens to "set up a printer", select standard TCP?IP and plug in the new device IP (unless you go static) and the port you identified before. I played with it and finally got it to work. Yours ma differ
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- Steven K on Mar 1, 2021
- Purchased on Mar 16, 2020
BEST ANSWER: It's cheap enough to try. It may not detect it, but I've had luck setting up printers (HP) using standard TCP/P (LPR/LPD). Connect it directly and let it automagically create the printer. Note the IP and port. Then hook it up to your EN cable.
If it doens't find it,manually use the window screens to "set up a printer", select standard TCP?IP and plug in the new device IP (unless you go static) and the port you identified before. I played with it and finally got it to work. Yours ma differ
If it doens't find it,manually use the window screens to "set up a printer", select standard TCP?IP and plug in the new device IP (unless you go static) and the port you identified before. I played with it and finally got it to work. Yours ma differ
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- Steven K on Mar 1, 2021
- Purchased on Mar 16, 2020
If it detects network printers, then it should work. Basically this turns the USB printer into a network printer. I have probably a dozen of these things hooked to Dymo LabelWriter printers and we can print to any of them from any PC on the network. I have no experience with the Square registers though, so no guarantees.
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- JoAnn S on Mar 1, 2021
- Purchased on Aug 4, 2020
I would think it should work. There are long “active” (amplified) USB extension cables that will also work. I have used both with success.
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- Vaughn K on Mar 8, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 16, 2021
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Will this allow me to print from a chromebook to a non-cloud printer?
A shopper
on Feb 20, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I'm not 100% positive, but generally, Yes. This little box turns your USB printer into a network printer..."local cloud" printer. Beware, though, that some HP models of Deskjet will turn themselves off as a power-saving feature, which disconnects from this box, which forces you to reboot the box (pull power plug, push it back in) to reconnect.
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- Jeffrey K on Feb 20, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 17, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I'm not 100% positive, but generally, Yes. This little box turns your USB printer into a network printer..."local cloud" printer. Beware, though, that some HP models of Deskjet will turn themselves off as a power-saving feature, which disconnects from this box, which forces you to reboot the box (pull power plug, push it back in) to reconnect.
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- Jeffrey K on Feb 20, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 17, 2017
Well I did. I got it to work with my Chromebook 15 and an old HP F4280 all-in-one printer. I got it to print but not the scanner yet which may not be possible but it does print.
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- David Henderson on Jul 19, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 6, 2018
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Does this device support bi-directional communications to allow printer status feedback, such as ink levels and print job status?
A shopper
on Jun 3, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This device would only allow you to send prints to the computer over your network.
This device would only allow you to send prints to the computer over your network.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jun 5, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This device would only allow you to send prints to the computer over your network.
This device would only allow you to send prints to the computer over your network.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jun 5, 2019
No, it does not. Because the printer is no longer directly attached to my computer, the toner cartridge status is no longer visible. However, on my Brother laser printer, I can press the green Go button 3 times to generate a status page which shows me how much toner still remains in the cartridge.
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- James V on Oct 17, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 19, 2020
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How do i specify a default gateway?
A shopper
on Jul 18, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Please contact us at [email protected] and our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 27, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Please contact us at [email protected] and our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 27, 2019
The web interface of the print server does not provide a box to specify a default gateway on the print server's network configuration page. That implies to me that the print server will only work within the specific network subnet that it has been assigned an IP address.
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- James V on Oct 17, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 19, 2020
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Can I use this to connect my HP Laserjet P2015 to my network? I'll be connecting it to my Ethernet switch. If it would work, I have been reading this server unit has some trouble on Windows 10. How do I then set it up as all my computers are Windows 10? Thank you!
New User U
on Jul 31, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
The HP Laserjet P2015 would not be compatible with this print server.
The HP Laserjet P2015 would not be compatible with this print server.
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- Tyler C Staff on Aug 2, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
The HP Laserjet P2015 would not be compatible with this print server.
The HP Laserjet P2015 would not be compatible with this print server.
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- Tyler C Staff on Aug 2, 2019
You should be able to. Follow steps from Mark L's review.
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- Nayane U on Dec 28, 2020
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Who is the manufacture ? I don't see a brand name anywhere ?
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A shopper
on Jan 12, 2024
BEST ANSWER: These are manufactured for Monoprice. Likely the same as many others, but the price was great, and mine worked fine. Software is Copyright 2011 USB Server, and lists as Generic as the Publisher of the software.
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- jonathan s on Jan 15, 2024
- Purchased on Dec 15, 2023
BEST ANSWER: These are manufactured for Monoprice. Likely the same as many others, but the price was great, and mine worked fine. Software is Copyright 2011 USB Server, and lists as Generic as the Publisher of the software.
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- jonathan s on Jan 15, 2024
- Purchased on Dec 15, 2023
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Monoprice: why does this listing insist this device works only on Windows when the user manual provides explicit instructions for using it on a Macintosh?
A shopper
on Sep 22, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
The driver we include would only be for Windows.
The driver we include would only be for Windows.
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- Tyler C Staff on Mar 15, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
The driver we include would only be for Windows.
The driver we include would only be for Windows.
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- Tyler C Staff on Mar 15, 2019
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Does this support airdrop?
A shopper
on Nov 26, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This would not support Airdrop.
This would not support Airdrop.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jun 24, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This would not support Airdrop.
This would not support Airdrop.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jun 24, 2019
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I'm trying to set up the Networking USB 2.0 Print server to share a printer among 5 Windows machine all on the same WiFi network. The driver for the printer is installed on each laptop. I understand connecting the Print Server to the router and to the printer. My question is do I need to set up both USB_LPR and NETWORKING USB or do I only use just one of them? Do I have to set this up on each Windows machine that I want to use the printer? Thanks.
A shopper
on Feb 9, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I'm sorry to hear that, please feel free to contact our tech support team with a detailed summary of the issue you are experiencing. Please contact us at [email protected] and our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jul 1, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I'm sorry to hear that, please feel free to contact our tech support team with a detailed summary of the issue you are experiencing. Please contact us at [email protected] and our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jul 1, 2019
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What is the difference between this item 5342 which is black and costs $16.99 and item # 5343 which is silver and costs $21.99?
Cory H
on Aug 29, 2018
Monoprice Networking USB 2.0 Print Server
Monoprice Networking USB 2.0 Print Server - Share 1 USB Device
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
#5342 would be an upgraded version of #5343.
#5342 would be an upgraded version of #5343.
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- Tyler C Staff on May 21, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
#5342 would be an upgraded version of #5343.
#5342 would be an upgraded version of #5343.
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- Tyler C Staff on May 21, 2019
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I’m trying to use this print server on my Windows 10 computer, with an Epson T220U POS printer, it didn’t work.
Any ideas I can use?
The printer isn’t on the compatible devices list
Any ideas I can use?
The printer isn’t on the compatible devices list
A shopper
on Dec 14, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Unfortunately we would not have any tips on using a printer that is not in the compatibility list.
Unfortunately we would not have any tips on using a printer that is not in the compatibility list.
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- Tyler C Staff on Dec 16, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Unfortunately we would not have any tips on using a printer that is not in the compatibility list.
Unfortunately we would not have any tips on using a printer that is not in the compatibility list.
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- Tyler C Staff on Dec 16, 2019
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Any chance of an updated firmware or driver for this product? The one I received had a firmware last updated in 2008, and I cannot make it work with Windows 10 at all. I see that others have been able to make it work, so I am wondering if mine may have been sent with downlevel firmware?
If not, are there any specific tips/tricks to make it work with Windows 10? I can install the software & get my supported printer set up & detected, but when I attempt to print, it simply freezes the print dialog.
If not, are there any specific tips/tricks to make it work with Windows 10? I can install the software & get my supported printer set up & detected, but when I attempt to print, it simply freezes the print dialog.
Ian R
on Sep 1, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I just ordered a new "USB LPR Print Server" from Monoprice in September 2020, and according to the Status page in the print server's web interface, the firmware version is V. 2.077.000 and the web page version is 003. I don't see anything that implies what year my firmware version was released. You might want to contact Monoprice technical support to see if they have the firmware version you are looking for.
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- James V on Oct 17, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 19, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I just ordered a new "USB LPR Print Server" from Monoprice in September 2020, and according to the Status page in the print server's web interface, the firmware version is V. 2.077.000 and the web page version is 003. I don't see anything that implies what year my firmware version was released. You might want to contact Monoprice technical support to see if they have the firmware version you are looking for.
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- James V on Oct 17, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 19, 2020
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What is the solution to the print server going offline from the network? I have to power cycle to bring it back online.
Nayane U
on Dec 29, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I do the same :-(. I considered a plug in timer to reset it every day, but that seemed like overkill
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- Steven K on Dec 29, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 16, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I do the same :-(. I considered a plug in timer to reset it every day, but that seemed like overkill
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- Steven K on Dec 29, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 16, 2020
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Hi,
Installed Networking USB server on windows 10 connected a USB Drive ... the server recognises the drive ... but does not show up on explorer. Trying to access the drive by mapping it with ip address but can not. Any suggestions?
B.R.
S.
Installed Networking USB server on windows 10 connected a USB Drive ... the server recognises the drive ... but does not show up on explorer. Trying to access the drive by mapping it with ip address but can not. Any suggestions?
B.R.
S.
New User U
on Feb 9, 2021
BEST ANSWER: I have problems setting up also
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- Don P on May 28, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 6, 2021
BEST ANSWER: I have problems setting up also
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- Don P on May 28, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 6, 2021
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Can the print server be used with a usb scanner to be able to see it as a network device??
A shopper
on Aug 21, 2021
BEST ANSWER: I cannot get it to work
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- Don P on Aug 21, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 6, 2021
BEST ANSWER: I cannot get it to work
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- Don P on Aug 21, 2021
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Will this work for a Canon Pro 9000 Mark II connected to an ethernet hub on Mac OS Sonoma 14.1.1? The compatibility list only references Windows, no mention of Mac.
Michael K
on Nov 26, 2023
BEST ANSWER: I am not sure, I am using it for a Brother Printer. But if you printer is already on Ethernet shouldn't it be connected to the network? I though this devices was to convert a USB printer to log onto your network
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- Thomas P on Nov 26, 2023
- Purchased on Nov 3, 2023
BEST ANSWER: I am not sure, I am using it for a Brother Printer. But if you printer is already on Ethernet shouldn't it be connected to the network? I though this devices was to convert a USB printer to log onto your network
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- Thomas P on Nov 26, 2023
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Can i use this to print ethernet to a star micronics usb receipt printer?
A shopper
on Oct 5, 2017
i have a Dell 1260dn (actually many in sep sites). the printer has an ethernet and usb port. The printer support Apple Airprint. The ethernet port is connnected to a closed network. the printer does not have wifi and when connected via the ethernet connection, can only be accessed on this closed network. I have a 2nd network i wish to print from and thought perhaps this Monoprice USB 2.0 print server would allow that to happen. 2nd router>cat cable>usb print server>usb cable>printer. The printing from 2nd router would be iPad/Airprint only. I dont know much about the closed network and making configuration changes on it would not be possible. Would this work or any suggestions on how to make it work? thanks!
Daniel M
on Dec 5, 2020
Will this work with my Laserjet 1020?
A shopper
on Mar 23, 2021
Can you please tell me if the Monoprice Networking USB 2.0 Print Server is compatible with the HP Laserjet 4000tn?
Thanks,
Michael
Thanks,
Michael
Michael S
on Jun 4, 2021
Can this print server be reached from different subnets?
A shopper
on Mar 11, 2024
Does this allow my printer to be AirPrint compatible? I want to be able to print from my iPhone.
A shopper
on Nov 12, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5
Worked with our Brother printer.
Using the manual instructions that Dave and James V provided as guidance, I was able to get it working on both a windows 10 and windows 11 computer with a Brother HL-2230. I've outlined what I did below as well. I did not use the program that came with the CD.
- Make sure the drivers are installed on the computer beforehand. The easiest way is probably to directly connect the printer via USB to the computer. If you do that, just disconnect it when done.
- Plug in the print server to the network. I would suggested assigning it a static IP address. (This may require logging into your router and knowing the mac address of the printer server.) Write down the assigned IP address. Plug the printer into the print server device.
- On your computer, go to Settings > Apps & Features, click programs and features on the left hand side. From the window that pops up, select "Turn windows features on or off". Alternatively, you can just search for "Turn windows features" from the menu bar and this option should show up.
- Scroll down to "Print and Document Services", expand it, and make sure "LPR Port Monitoring" is selected. Windows may need to install the feature.
- Once the system is updated, go to "Printers & Scanners". Click "Add a printer or scanner". It'll scan for a few seconds, and then you can click "The printer that I want isn't listed" (Windows 10) or "Add Manually" (Windows 11).
- From the add printer box that appears click "Add a local printer of Network printer with manual settings". Next select "Create a new port". Set the type of port to "LPR Port" and click next.
- In the box that appears, under "Name or address of server" enter the print server IP address that you assigned it. Under "Name of printer or print queue" enter whatever you want that will help you know which printer it is. This isn't too important. Then click ok.
- Select the correct driver for your printer from the list and click next. Select "User the driver that is currently installed (recommended)" and click next.
- Enter a printer name. This is what you'll see in the printer list. After that, it'll ask if you want to share the printer (I told it not too). Finally, you can print a test page, just to confirm it works. After that you're done!
I didn't even try to use the software, knowing that it was for an older version of windows. Ideally I wouldn't have to manually configure it, but I'm very glad it does work.
- Make sure the drivers are installed on the computer beforehand. The easiest way is probably to directly connect the printer via USB to the computer. If you do that, just disconnect it when done.
- Plug in the print server to the network. I would suggested assigning it a static IP address. (This may require logging into your router and knowing the mac address of the printer server.) Write down the assigned IP address. Plug the printer into the print server device.
- On your computer, go to Settings > Apps & Features, click programs and features on the left hand side. From the window that pops up, select "Turn windows features on or off". Alternatively, you can just search for "Turn windows features" from the menu bar and this option should show up.
- Scroll down to "Print and Document Services", expand it, and make sure "LPR Port Monitoring" is selected. Windows may need to install the feature.
- Once the system is updated, go to "Printers & Scanners". Click "Add a printer or scanner". It'll scan for a few seconds, and then you can click "The printer that I want isn't listed" (Windows 10) or "Add Manually" (Windows 11).
- From the add printer box that appears click "Add a local printer of Network printer with manual settings". Next select "Create a new port". Set the type of port to "LPR Port" and click next.
- In the box that appears, under "Name or address of server" enter the print server IP address that you assigned it. Under "Name of printer or print queue" enter whatever you want that will help you know which printer it is. This isn't too important. Then click ok.
- Select the correct driver for your printer from the list and click next. Select "User the driver that is currently installed (recommended)" and click next.
- Enter a printer name. This is what you'll see in the printer list. After that, it'll ask if you want to share the printer (I told it not too). Finally, you can print a test page, just to confirm it works. After that you're done!
I didn't even try to use the software, knowing that it was for an older version of windows. Ideally I wouldn't have to manually configure it, but I'm very glad it does work.
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Rated 5 out of 5
easy option for making a printer network ready
no issues~
exactly what i needed to make our usb printer connected to our home network.
exactly what i needed to make our usb printer connected to our home network.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Easy installation and saved my old printer
I had an older Brother HL-L2320D laser printer that I needed to convert to a network printer to use with my Windows 10 computer. I followed the instructions and used the included installation software. It took me about 15 minutes to make sure that all the pieces were talking to each other, and the printer has worked flawlessly as a wireless printer ever since. This Monoprice Networking Print Server helped me to upgrade a perfectly good printer.
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Rated 3 out of 5
My printer wasn't supported
It seemed worth a try as I would have liked to make my old USB only Color Laserjet work wirelessly from my Android phone. Unfortunately HP doesn't support this printer using this USB to Wi-fi technique and the printer is even unseen on my phone. Soon to be cancelled Google Cloud sees the phone via USB but the lack of a driver stops even a direct Android print. I guess I could send the file to a Windows PC and print via USB but I still couldn't use this print server. Thus I can't give an appropriate review of its functionality. However still using USB2 seems a bit dated even for a print server.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Easy Solution
Worked with my Samsung M2020 printer.
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Rated 3 out of 5
Good price questionable results
I have used other brands before and they worked well and I have purchased from monopolize before with good results. However, this time windows saw the print servers but would not print to them. I did a search for answers and users on the net said an update first quarter 21 was the culprit. I tried all the suggestions but still phone no love. I have not returned them yet yet and will try again to fix the problem next week. If Microsoft does not have an answer by them.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Works great.
Used this device to share a Brother USB labeler between several computers. I had to load the driver software for the labeler on each machine, then install the print server and it's software. Two devices; two different offices. Works great.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Works with Beeprt BY-426 Label Printer
Just wanted to post here so people know that this can be used for label printers. I made it work with Beeprt BY-426 thermal printer.
I got the driver from Seagull. Connect everything and start driver installation. it asks for the connection type and you have to select LAN and then create a new TCP/IP port as per Mark L's review above. Once those steps are complete, you just continue to finish the installation and the printer should work fine.
Just as others have mentioned, reserve the IP, disable DHCP from print server web portal and you should be all set.
I got the driver from Seagull. Connect everything and start driver installation. it asks for the connection type and you have to select LAN and then create a new TCP/IP port as per Mark L's review above. Once those steps are complete, you just continue to finish the installation and the printer should work fine.
Just as others have mentioned, reserve the IP, disable DHCP from print server web portal and you should be all set.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Great product-Works perfectly
This item makes setting up a USB printer on a network fast and easy.
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