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HPE HWP-J2591A JetDirect 1 x Port 10Mb/s EX Plus Print Server
- HPE JetDirect EX Plus Print Server
- 1 x 10Mb/s Ethernet Port
- Enables network connectivity for printers via parallel port
- Facilitates shared printer access in workgroups
- Supports standard Ethernet speeds
- External print server device
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Product Overview
The HPE HWP-J2591A is a JetDirect EX Plus print server, providing a single 10Mb/s Ethernet port. This external device allows printers with parallel ports to be connected to a network, enabling shared access in smaller workgroups.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Network Print Server |
| Model | JetDirect EX Plus |
| Network Ports | 1 x 10Mb/s Ethernet |
Additional Specifications
| Printer Interface | Parallel |
| Brand | HPE |
Product Description
The HPE HWP-J2591A, also known as the JetDirect EX Plus, is an external network print server designed to add Ethernet connectivity to printers that feature a parallel port. This device was instrumental in allowing shared access to printers in office environments before network-integrated printers became commonplace. It provides a single 10Mb/s Ethernet port, which is adequate for the data transfer rates required by most printers of its era. The print server handles the necessary network protocols, allowing multiple users on a Local Area Network (LAN) to send print jobs to a single, centrally connected printer. Configuration typically involves assigning an IP address to the print server and then setting it up as a network printer on individual workstations. The JetDirect EX Plus is recognized for its reliability and ease of deployment, making it a practical solution for extending the usability of parallel-port printers by enabling network sharing.
