Planet FPS-5P-M - User Manual

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april37Nov 26, 2025
What to do if the Planet FPS-5P-M Print Server unit can not be found on the LAN?
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  Elizabeth CummingsNov 27, 2025
  If your Planet Print Server unit cannot be found on the LAN, configuration is not possible. If using 10/100Base-TX: * Check the Hub. The link LED for the port to which the Print Server is connected should be ON. If it is Off, there is a problem in the network cable. * On the Print Server, check the LED(s) next to the connector. If the LED is not ON (or neither LED is On, if there are 2), the network connection is not working. Check the Ethernet cable and connectors. If they seem OK, set the DIP Switches of the Print Server to match your LAN environment. If using TCP/IP: * Ensure that there are no routers between the Print Server and the PC used for configuration. * Ensure that the PC used for configuration has the TCP/IP network protocol installed. Test its network connection by...
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brendamillerAug 23, 2025
What to do if my Planet Print Server cannot print jobs sent to the print queue?
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  Jennifer KellerAug 23, 2025
  If your Planet Print Server cannot print jobs sent to the print queue, verify the following: 1. Ensure the printer connected to the Print Server is online. 2. Confirm your Print Server is logged into the file server. 3. Check the status of the queues used by the Print Server and ensure they are active. 4. Verify the NetWare printer number is correct (0 = parallel port 1, 1 = parallel port 2, 2 = serial port or parallel port 3). 5. Check if the Print Server is a static queue server to the queue. Locate the Print Server Object and check the Queues Serviced by Printer to ensure the correct queues are on the list. 6. Ensure the total number of queues to be serviced does not exceed the limit of 56. If it does, reduce the number of queues.
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William FlemingAug 25, 2025
What to do if my Planet FPS-5P-M Print Server, configured as a Novell Print Server, cannot log in to a File Server?
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  Mary EstesAug 26, 2025
  If your Planet Print Server, configured as a Novell Print Server, cannot log in to a File Server, try these steps: 1. Check the Novell file server's name and ensure it is not longer than 20 characters. If it is, rename it. 2. Verify that the Print Server's configuration data, especially the password, is correct. 3. Check the NetWare server. If using Bindery mode, check the master file server to see if the login status of the Print Server is Ready. If it is not, check the error message and perform the required corrective action. 4. If the Print Server is servicing more than one file server, check that all required file servers are in the list of "File Servers To Be Serviced". If not, insert the required file server name to the list.
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marcusgrahamAug 27, 2025
Why do I get a PostScript Command error or no print out when sending a print job to my Planet FPS-5P-M Print Server?
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  Kenneth ThompsonAug 27, 2025
  To resolve a PostScript Command error or no print out when sending a print job to your Planet Print Server, check the communication protocols. The computer, Print Server, and printer must all be configured to use the same communication protocol (either Binary or ASCII). To configure your system: 1. Choose which protocol you are going to use. You should check your printer; it may not give you a choice. 2. Set your printer to the correct protocol. 3. Use the computer's Print submenu to configure your computer to use the protocol you have chosen. 4. Configure the Print Server to use the same protocol as the printer and computer.
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Joseph McdonaldAug 29, 2025
Why do I get an incorrect printout from my Planet FPS-5P-M?
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  zschneiderAug 29, 2025
  If you are getting an incorrect printout with your Planet Print Server, it may be due to: * Using Binary encoding to print the file. Try using ASCII encoding instead. * Some fonts in your print file may not be supported by the printer. Try selecting LaserWriter 7 instead of LaserWriter 8.
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hillbradleySep 23, 2025
What to do if I can't find the Planet FPS-5P-M Print Server's name in the Chooser?
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  ncarrilloSep 23, 2025
  Try the following to find the Planet Print Server's name in the Chooser: 1. Make sure that AppleTalk is on (the button next to Active is highlighted in the Chooser). 2. Make sure the printer has been on and in the READY state for a few minutes. 3. Make sure the printer has not been renamed since its last appearance in the Chooser. 4. If the printer resides on a network with multiple zones, make sure the correct zone is selected from the AppleTalk Zones box in the Chooser.
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Amanda CabreraSep 17, 2025
What to do if Planet Print Server's status light and power light stay on continuously?
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  Morgan CastanedaSep 18, 2025
  To resolve the issue of the Planet Print Server's status light and power light staying on continuously and not turning off, reset the Print Server by unplugging the power supply or by pushing the reset push button, if fitted.
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David SharpSep 18, 2025
How to fix Planet FPS-5P-M Print Server when all the LEDs are off?
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  gweberSep 18, 2025
  Check the power supply or power connection of the Planet Print Server.
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Matthew BarnettSep 7, 2025
Why do I have trouble printing with the LaserWriter 8 using Planet FPS-5P-M Print Server?
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  Joshua RichardsonSep 7, 2025
  If you are having trouble printing with the LaserWriter 8 driver when using Planet Print Server, your application software may not be compatible or your system may not meet the driver's requirements. Use the Apple LaserWriter 7 driver instead.
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adam28Sep 5, 2025
What to do if my EPS file doesn't print with the correct fonts using Planet FPS-5P-M Print Server?
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  hayescindySep 5, 2025
  If your EPS file doesn't print with the correct fonts when using Planet Print Server, this issue can occur in some application programs. Try downloading the fonts contained in the EPS file before printing the saved EPS file.

Summary

Print Server Hardware and Installation

Model Overview, Features, and Safety

Details print server models, key features, and essential safety precautions.

LED Indicators and DIP Switches

Explains the meaning of LED indicators and the function of DIP switches for configuration.

LAN Installation Procedure

Step-by-step guide for connecting and installing the print server on a Local Area Network.

Print Server Configuration and Management

Configuration Methods Overview

Describes various methods and utilities for configuring the print server.

Bi-Admin Management Utility Guide

Comprehensive guide to installing and operating the Bi-Admin management utility.

Web Interface Setup Guide

Instructions for configuring the print server using a web browser interface.

Client PC Printing Setup

Client PC Configuration Overview

Prerequisites and general steps for setting up client PCs to use the print server.

Wireless Client Settings

How to configure wireless settings on client PCs for network printing.

Printing Methods Explained

Details on Peer-to-Peer, Server-based, NDPS, and AppleTalk printing methods.

Advanced Features and Troubleshooting

Special Features: IPP and Mail Printing

Explains Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) and Internet Mail Printing capabilities.

SNMP and Wireless Configuration

Guides for configuring SNMP management and wireless network settings.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Solutions for hardware, LAN, OS-specific, and printing problems.

Appendices and Specifications

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications for different print server models and environmental data.

Network Server Configuration

Steps for configuring Windows NT, Novell NetWare, and Unix systems.

Planet FPS-5P-M Specifications

General

Model	FPS-5P-M
Network Interface	10/100Mbps Ethernet
Power Supply	External Power Adapter
Security	Password Protection
Supported Protocols	TCP/IP
Operating System Compatibility	Windows, Mac OS, Unix/Linux
Management	Web-based, SNMP
Print Server Type	Multi-port

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