Linksys Print Server

[sswingle]

I am thinking about getting a print server such as this one: Here

I am planning on using it with a HP Photosmart P1000 printer.

I was wondering about a couple things though.

First, this printer has a built in Compact Flash, Smartmedia card reader. Will that function work over the network?

Second, can more than one computer print at the same time? I read a review in PC World for another brand server that could do a printer and a scanner at the same time, but it would only let one person print at a time. I understand only letting one person scan, but it would be nice for multiple people to print.

Also, any recommendations on alternate products to buy. I couldn't find many that supported USB which is a requirement, and this seemed like a good deal since it is also a switch.

Thanks!!

 

[sswingle]

Anyone?

 

[sswingle]

Has ANYONE used ANY print server like this?

 

[sswingle]

I can't believe no one here has used a print server....

 

[AFB]

Call them and ask.

 

[mboy]

HIghly doubt the card reader functions will work over the network. If you require that, then the only thing that will work is hosting it on a PC.