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Title: Unable to print to HP LJ5
Post by: jgreiner on January 11, 2009, 07:16:16 PM

Through a DIR-655 using DHCP, I am unable to print to a networked (wired) HP LaserJet5.  The LJ5 is receiving an IP which is verified by it's printed configuration page and also is listed on the DIR-655 status page.  Additionally, am unable to ping the LJ5's IP address..no returns, just times out.  Prior to implementing the DIR-655, had no issues printing when networked to another brand router.  Help!

Title: Re: Unable to print to HP LJ5
Post by: EddieZ on January 12, 2009, 02:13:39 AM

Check your HP manual for the right setup of the network printer. If I remember correctly the printing protocol should be LPR.

Title: Re: Unable to print to HP LJ5
Post by: funchords on January 12, 2009, 03:45:48 PM

Quote from: jgreiner on January 11, 2009, 07:16:16 PM

Through a DIR-655 using DHCP, I am unable to print to a networked (wired) HP LaserJet5. 

What happens when you try? 

Title: Re: Unable to print to HP LJ5
Post by: EddieZ on January 12, 2009, 04:37:11 PM

Any firewall blocking the printerport...?

Title: Re: Unable to print to HP LJ5
Post by: jgreiner on January 12, 2009, 06:15:06 PM

When attempting to print, the document just hangs in the queue attempting to establish a connection, then when unable, states 'unable to print'.

No firewall blocking the port unless it's something in the 655 config that I'm not seeing.  What stumps me is the fact that I can 'see' the printer and it's IP on the 655 status page (also verified that the printer is picking up the 655 DHCP-assigned IP via it's printed self-test), but am unable to ping it through a cmd prompt or in the 655 'system-check' page.  Also attempted to add the printer again (adding a TCP/IP port/IP) using the assigned IP, but it's unable to establish a connection. 

 

Title: Re: Unable to print to HP LJ5
Post by: funchords on January 12, 2009, 11:55:29 PM

If you:

1.  Disable DNS Relay on Setup - Network Settings; plus
2.  Set a Manual uplink speed on Advanced - QOS Engine (disable Automatic uplink detection); and
3.  Restart the DIR-655, the printer, and the computer you are using to test; and
4.  Wait 10 minutes

Does this resolve the problem? 

If so, this is related to a reported DNS Relay bug in 1.2x firmware.  Please advise, because D-Link is having trouble confirming this bug.

http://www.dslreports.com/forum/r21581163-Printing-and-LAN-problems-with-DIRfirmware-12X

Title: Re: Unable to print to HP LJ5
Post by: EddieZ on January 13, 2009, 09:46:55 AM

Quote from: jgreiner on January 12, 2009, 06:15:06 PM

When attempting to print, the document just hangs in the queue attempting to establish a connection, then when unable, states 'unable to print'.

No firewall blocking the port unless it's something in the 655 config that I'm not seeing.  What stumps me is the fact that I can 'see' the printer and it's IP on the 655 status page (also verified that the printer is picking up the 655 DHCP-assigned IP via it's printed self-test), but am unable to ping it through a cmd prompt or in the 655 'system-check' page.  Also attempted to add the printer again (adding a TCP/IP port/IP) using the assigned IP, but it's unable to establish a connection. 

 

Check if you use the right protocol for network printing (PC printer driver setting). I have a strong feeling this is the cause.