Can a Standard USB Printer Be Made to Connect Wirelessly?
A standard USB Printer can be made to connect wirelessly using a wireless print server such as the NetGear WGPS606 or Belkin 802.11g wireless print server.
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Wireless Print Server
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A wireless print server is a device that allows you to connect a standard USB printer to a wireless (Wi-Fi) network using the 802.11 protocol. The 802.11 protocol is the most common Wi-Fi connection protocol and allows data to be shared wirelessly by radio signals between a wireless router and a wireless device (such as a wireless print server, laptop or PC with a wireless capability). Wireless networks usually have an effective range of about 120 feet from the wireless router.
Connectivity
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A wireless print server can connect both USB devices and Ethernet-based devices such as another PC. The wireless print server receives radio signals from a nearby wireless router and then transmits those signals via a USB cable to the standard USB printer.
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NetGear WGPS606 Wireless Print Server
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The NetGear WGPS606 54 Mbps (megabits per second) wireless print server can connect up to two USB printers and four Ethernet devices via its four-port switch.
Belkin 802.11g Wireless Print Server
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The Belkin 802.11g Wireless USB print server also accepts two USB printers but has only one Ethernet port.
Installation
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Wireless print servers are typically simple to install plug-and-play devices. If you have difficulty getting a wireless print server to work, consult the manual or the manufacturer's support website.
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