Port Settings
To configure device port settings in
- Go to Queue > Manage Queues.
The Queue Manager dialog appears. - Click the Port Properties button ().
The Port Settings dialog appears. - Depending on the port, the dialog displays the required settings. Use the table below to configure ports.
Note: If the port you require is not listed, go to Tools > Options and select Allow selection of Windows ports.
Note: You can configure time-outs, re-tries, and status checks in the Port Settings dialog.
Use the following to configure |
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TCP/IP |
To use a device accessed across a TCP/IP network, you'll need the IP Address, Protocol, and Port Number. Enter the information in the Remote Printing tab. Note: If using TCP, it can automatically locate the IP address. |
USB | For USB port connection, no configuration is needed. Choose the device's USB port from the drop-down list. |
COM | The COM port is also known as the Serial port (commonly used to send data to a cutter or plotter). |
FILE |
The FILE port sends the output data to a file in the chosen directory. This file can be transferred to another workstation for output to a device. Note: Ensure you set a name and location. |
NULL | The NULL port is a test setting. NULL is equivalent to no printer. The data is processed and discarded upon completion. |
Enable printer pooling | Select multiple different ports. |