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| From | "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> |
|---|---|
| Newsgroups | microsoft.public.windowsxp.general, comp.periphs.printers, comp.sys.hp.hardware, alt.os.linux.ubuntu |
| Subject | Re: printing is sluggish - please help |
| Date | 2011-09-30 18:54 -0700 |
| Organization | A noiseless patient Spider |
| Message-ID | <j65rt7$4d8$1@dont-email.me> (permalink) |
| References | (10 earlier) <j4b5ar$b4n$1@dont-email.me> <j4cpgq$7am$1@dont-email.me> <j4d7eh$2fe$1@dont-email.me> <j4dd1c$bbs$1@dont-email.me> <j4dqe6$e1o$1@dont-email.me> |
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"Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> wrote in message news:j4dqe6$e1o$1@dont-email.me... > > "John John MVP" <audetweld@nbnot.nb.ca> wrote in message > news:j4dd1c$bbs$1@dont-email.me... >> On 9/9/2011 11:20 AM, Adam wrote: >> > >> > "John John MVP"<audetweld@nbnot.nb.ca> wrote in message >> > news:j4cpgq$7am$1@dont-email.me... >> >> On 9/8/2011 4:32 PM, Adam wrote: >> >>> >> >>> "David H. Lipman"<DLipman~nospam~@Verizon.Net> wrote in message >> >>> news:j4adei01ead@news6.newsguy.com... >> >>>> From: "Adam"<adam@no_thanks.com> >> >>>> >> >>>>> Sorry, this is my first attempt at setting up a print server so >> >>>>> putting the pieces together is not smooth sailing. >> >>>>> >> >>>>> The "it" refers to the print server (JetDirect). >> >>>>> >> >>>>> According to ... http://www.theblog.ca/print-server-how-to >> >>>>> >> >>>>> "First, you will need to find the IP address of the printer... >> >>>>> If you are using a network-capable printer (option #3), log in to >> >>>>> your router and find the printer in the “DHCP” or “Client list” or > similar >> >>> page. >> >>>>> If your router has a “static IP” feature, >> >>>>> where you can assign fixed internal IP addresses to MAC addresses, >> >>>>> be sure to use that so that the printer always has the same IP >> >>>>> address." >> >>>>> >> >>>>> Turns out the router is not detecting the print server because >> >>>>> JetDirect is not even showing up in the Printer Configuration Page >> >>>>> when >> >>>>> performing Step 5 according to ... >> >>>>> >> >>>>> >> > http://ec1.images-amazon.com/media/i3d/01/A/man-migrate/MANUAL000039870.pdf >> >>>>> >> >>>>> So, JetDirect is not operating properly. >> >>>>> >> >>>> >> >>>> What model HP JetDirect ? >> >>>> >> >>>> The objective is to hold down the reset button for ~30 secs. while >> >>>> the >> >>> JetDirect is >> >>>> connected to the network. This will cause the JetDirect to forget >> >>>> any >> >>> settings and to >> >>>> subsequently initiate a DHCP call. Once it has an IP address you >> >>>> can go >> > into >> >>> the Router's >> >>>> DHCP table and determine the IP address which was assigned. Then >> >>>> you can >> >>> Telnet or HTTP >> >>>> into the IP address and statically set the IP to one you want and >> >>>> set >> > anything >> >>> else you >> >>>> prefer. Once completed you can then setup clients to print to it. >> >>>> >> >>>> >> >>>> -- >> >>>> Dave >> >>>> Multi-AV Scanning Tool - http://multi-av.thespykiller.co.uk >> >>>> http://www.pctipp.ch/downloads/dl/35905.asp >> >>>> >> >>>> >> >>> >> >>> Thanks, the Configuration Page that came with the printer says >> >>> it's an HP JetDirect J6057A. But, I have not been able to >> >>> print a Configuration Page showing the JetDirect card. >> >>> Even after a cold reset power on, both EIO 1& 2 are "Empty". >> >> >> >> Where did you get this JetDirect 610N card? Is this a second hand >> >> card? >> >> >> >> These cards were assembled with cold/low temp solder and they are well >> >> known to fail because of this particular solder. You can try to bake >> >> the JetDirect card in an oven at 400F for 5 minutes (propped up on 4 >> >> screws) and see if the card comes back to life. No kidding, this >> >> works >> >> on about 95% of these dead JetDirect cards, I had this same problem >> >> and >> >> it worked for me. Read the thread here: >> >> >> >> http://www.fixyourownprinter.com/forums/laser/47177 >> >> >> >> John >> > >> > Thanks (Guru John), I bought the printer used from a shop. >> > The JetDirect card came with the printer. >> > At first, I assumed that it was a JetDirect 610N because >> > the driver CD's JetDirect Manual (hpjdagen.pdf) is for 610N. >> > But, the Configuration Page that came with the printer says >> > that it's a J6057A (or 615N), which I now believe it to be. >> > And, will be able to confirm this when the JetDirect card is removed. >> > >> > Hmmm ... I'm not sure what exactly "propped up on 4 screws" means. >> > Is there a photo? I don't want to mess up. >> >> Folks in the forum in the link supplied say that the trick can also fix >> 615N cards. >> >> Before you stick the card in the oven remove the plastic bezel as it may >> discolor or melt in the oven. The card should be elevated so as to not >> rest on any surface as this may dislodge some of the small soldered pins >> from their holes. You also want to keep the card level so that the >> solder doesn't flow to one side. There is a small hole at each corner >> of the card, you can just use small sheet metal screws 1 inch long or so >> and just engage them by one thread or so in the small holes, just enough >> to elevate the card and keep it level while it bakes. >> >> It's best to use oven safe glassware or Pyrex dish to hold the card, a >> metal cookie sheet or the likes may twist or 'pop' up at one corner when >> heated and this may jar the card or cause the solder to flow away from >> the pins, glassware will stay level and it will not suddenly 'pop' when >> heated. If you don't have oven safe glassware you can use a cast iron >> frying pan or something else that will stay level and not pop up when >> heated. >> >> Preheat the oven to 400F then put the glassware holding the card in the >> oven and bake it for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes turn off the oven and >> open the door and let it cool down, you don't want to slide out the oven >> wire shelf and rattle the card or handle the card when it is hot, this >> may cause the solder to flow away from the pins or you may dislodge >> things while the solder is soft. Open the door and don't touch anything >> and let it cool down to allow the solder to solidify properly before you >> handle the card. >> >> And if it doesn't work... well the card doesn't work now so there isn't >> much to lose giving it a try, it worked for me and many of the others >> who posted on the forum. >> >> John >> > > Thanks (Guru Paul & John), it's a JetDirect 615n (confirmed with a > mirror). > You all don't know how BADLY I want to pull that card out and > bake it ASAP but can't due to a project deadline. :-) > It's probably for the best so that I can think carefully through the > process. > > All the plastics (bezel, connectors, etc.) is exactly what > I wondered about last night. So, I was thinking of taking > a conservative, focused and progressively hotter approach, > especially since I don't have the proper equipment. > As soon as I can, I'll probably try the hair dryer method first. > Sorry for being away for so long but I now also have the following option ... - TRENDnet 1-Port Parallel Print Server TE100-P1P since fixing the JetDirect print server seems like a temporary solution. It's a matter of time before the problem resurfaces. But, I'm having a hard time configuring the TRENDnet PS. It keeps killing my network connection. Any ideas?
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printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-09-07 05:19 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help The Wizard of Oz <Wizard@EmeraldCity.gov> - 2011-09-07 11:20 -0500
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-09-07 09:51 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help Patok <crazy.div.patok@gmail.com> - 2011-09-07 13:28 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-09-07 11:20 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help Patok <crazy.div.patok@gmail.com> - 2011-09-07 16:28 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-09-07 14:55 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help Paul <nospam@needed.com> - 2011-09-07 14:00 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-09-07 11:32 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "David H. Lipman" <DLipman~nospam~@Verizon.Net> - 2011-09-07 18:17 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-09-07 15:31 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "David H. Lipman" <DLipman~nospam~@Verizon.Net> - 2011-09-07 19:06 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-09-07 16:32 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "David H. Lipman" <DLipman~nospam~@Verizon.Net> - 2011-09-07 20:40 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-09-07 17:59 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "David H. Lipman" <DLipman~nospam~@Verizon.Net> - 2011-09-07 21:58 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-09-07 21:30 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "David H. Lipman" <DLipman~nospam~@Verizon.Net> - 2011-09-08 08:46 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-09-08 12:32 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "David H. Lipman" <DLipman~nospam~@Verizon.Net> - 2011-09-08 16:03 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-09-08 13:46 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "David H. Lipman" <DLipman~nospam~@Verizon.Net> - 2011-09-08 17:00 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-09-08 14:18 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "David H. Lipman" <DLipman~nospam~@Verizon.Net> - 2011-09-08 17:39 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-09-08 21:53 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "David H. Lipman" <DLipman~nospam~@Verizon.Net> - 2011-09-08 16:03 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help John John MVP <audetweld@nbnot.nb.ca> - 2011-09-09 07:23 -0300
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-09-09 07:20 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help John John MVP <audetweld@nbnot.nb.ca> - 2011-09-09 12:56 -0300
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-09-09 12:45 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-09-30 18:54 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "David H. Lipman" <DLipman~nospam~@Verizon.Net> - 2011-09-30 22:05 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-09-30 21:06 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "David H. Lipman" <DLipman~nospam~@Verizon.Net> - 2011-10-01 07:01 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-10-01 07:29 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "David H. Lipman" <DLipman~nospam~@Verizon.Net> - 2011-10-01 11:34 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-10-01 10:31 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "David H. Lipman" <DLipman~nospam~@Verizon.Net> - 2011-10-01 23:04 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-10-01 21:36 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help Norman Peelman <npeelmandog@cfl.rr.com> - 2011-10-01 07:12 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-10-01 07:30 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help Norman Peelman <npeelmandog@cfl.rr.com> - 2011-10-01 17:23 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Hot-text" <hot-text.ath.cx@comcast.net> - 2011-10-01 21:32 -0500
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-10-01 22:00 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "David H. Lipman" <DLipman~nospam~@Verizon.Net> - 2011-10-02 02:08 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-10-02 00:16 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "David H. Lipman" <DLipman~nospam~@Verizon.Net> - 2011-10-02 09:03 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Adam" <adam@no_thanks.com> - 2011-10-02 14:03 -0700
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Hot-text" <hot-text.ath.cx@comcast.net> - 2011-10-02 22:09 -0500
Re: printing is sluggish - please help "Elmo P. Shagnasty" <elmop@nastydesigns.com> - 2011-10-01 08:02 -0400
Re: printing is sluggish - please help Paul <nospam@needed.com> - 2011-09-09 11:59 -0400
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