Independent Mode – Use the Print Server in a Local Network Without Internet Access(Mac)

This mode allows your computer to communicate directly with the print server without connecting to a router or the Internet.

Step 1: Connect to the Print Server Wi-Fi

1. On your computer, open the Wi-Fi settings.
2. Connect to the wireless network:

SSID: USBServer-Setup

Note: This Wi-Fi network is created by the print server and does not provide Internet access. This is normal.

If a network configuration page pops up, you can close it.

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Step 2: Add the Printer Manually

Open “Printers & Scanners” Settings

1. Click the Apple icon in the top left corner and select “System Preferences.”
2. Open the “Printers & Scanners” section.
3. Click “Add a Printer, Scanner, or Fax” in the bottom left corner.

Step Three: Configure the IP Printer

1. In the Address field, enter the IP address of the print server: 192.168.188.188
   • You can find the IP address on the Label on the bottom of the device.

Note: For the LK300W and LK300EW models, use the correct port number!

For models such as the LK300W or LK300EW: Ensure the port assignment is correct according to the web management page.

• USB1: 9100 (e.g., 192.168.4.61:9100)
• USB2: 9101 (e.g., 192.168.4.61:9101)
• USB3: 9102 (e.g., 192.168.4.61:9102)

2. In the “Protocol” drop-down menu, select “HP Jetdirect – Socket.” ( important! )
   • Note: To avoid sending print jobs to the wrong printer, it is recommended to rename your printer to include ‘print server’.

Step Four: Select the Printer Driver

1. In the “Use” field, click “Select Software…” which will open a new window to choose the printer driver.
2. In the driver list, find and select the driver that matches your printer model.
   • Note: If the printer model cannot be found, it means that the printer driver has not been installed on the computer. You need to go back to Step One.
3. Click the “OK” button to confirm your selection.

Take brother printer as an example:

4. After confirming that all settings are correct, click the “Add” button.
5. Once added successfully, the newly added printer will appear in the “Printers & Scanners” list.

Step Five: Send a print job to the printer

Important !!! When sending a print job, make sure to select the newly added printer by its name.

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