[MacDV] Printing Network Problem

[Dwayne Bradley]

Karl,

Does the HP LaserJet 6MP have an ethernet connection?  If it does, why 
not buy a print server such as the HP JetDirect 170x.  Here is the URL 
for more information.

http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/us/en/un/WF06/18972-236253-64302-34214-27317-18597-18598.
html

I hope that this helps.

Thanks,
Dwayne

On Tuesday, December 17, 2002, at 11:44  AM, Karl Seilo wrote:

> Since I have an older non-USB (HP LaserJet 6MP) Printer, I need to use 
> an AsanteTalk Bridge connected to my G4 as follows:
>
> -G4 connected to Netgear 10/100 ethernet switch via ethernet cable
> -Powerbook 1400 connected to Netgear switch via ethernet cable
> -AsanteTalk bridge connected to Netgear switch via ethernet cable
> -AsanteTalk bridge connected to HP LaserJet printer via AppleTalk 
> connectors (termintated) on both ends.
>
> Problem:  When G4 w/OSX desktop & PB1400 are powered on, the AsanteTalk 
> bridge is confused and does not recognize the printer.  A workaround 
> requires a disconnect of both the AC power and ethernet cable from the 
> AsanteTalk -- waiting 30 sec. and then reconnecting power and ethernet 
> (to AsanteTalk) before computers recognize the printer.  Obviously, 
> this is a waste of time every day.  (No, I don't leave my computers on 
> 24/7).
>
> To eliminate this time-consuming uplugging and re-plugging every time I 
> boot up, the tech support at Asante tell me that I'll need to buy a new 
> USB printer or an ethernet printer.
>
> Can I get by with just a USB printer?   Network printers are so 
> expensive.  Every time I ask either sales people or mac tech people for 
> help I get a different answer.  Help.