Integrate printers and MFPs securely into your wireless or wired network. The HP Jetdirect ew2500 Print Server connects to a 802.11b/g wireless network or wired 10/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet system. Send and print documents protected by several security and encryption features. IPv6 offers more IP addresses than IPv4 and the added security of IPsec. Plus, setup and installation are easy for a variety of printers, systems and protocols.
Multiple security features keep your confidential information private and secure when using HP wireless solutions. IPv6 provides more IP addresses than IPv4, plus the added security of IPsec.
Send print data across your IP network, using IPsec. Get fast authentication and point-to-point encryption across your IP network. Protect your data and secure your transmissions with a frontline of wireless security options. The HP Jetdirect ew2500 Print Server Management security features include SNMPv3, SSL/TLS (HTTPS), IPsec/Firewall, port authentication (802.1x). Plus, secure your data with options for wired (EAP-PEAP, EAP-TLS), wireless (EAP-PEAP, LEAP, EAP-TLS) and wireless network security: WPA, WPA2 authentication AES, TKIP, WEP (40/64- and 128-bit) encryption. Get more IP addresses than IPv4 along with the next-generation network features of IPv6, including improved routing and autoconfiguration, plus an added layer of security.
Share printers and MFPs across your network - connect wirelessly to your 802.11b/g wireless network or connect to your wired Ethernet system. The print server is compatible with a wide variety of printers, operating systems and network protocols.
Easily share a printer on your 802.11b/g wireless network. The print server is Wi-Fi certified, so your network-capable HP printer will work reliably in a wireless environment. It also supports both Microsoft(R) and Apple operating systems for smooth integration into your existing network. Get fast, wired connectivity with 10/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet support. Ethernet connectivity provides a reliable way for workgroups to securely share HP printers on a network. The HP Jetdirect ew2500 Print Server is compatible with a wide variety of HP printers and multifunction devices with Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ports.
Get connected with easy installation and setup. Keep tabs on the server’s status with convenient lights and test button. Easily manage your printing network with HP Web Jetadmin.
The HP Jetdirect ew2500 Print Server is easy to install - plug in via the Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port, configure and start printing. The HP Install Network Printer Wizard and a Setup Poster will guide you through the setup process in just a few clicks. Install and configure the device in just a few mouse clicks, using the HP Install Network Printer Wizard. The Install Network Printer Wizard provides an intuitive user interface, simple troubleshooting and diagnostic tools, and basic print path installation. Get status information at a glance. The print server features status indicator lights and a test button to assist in setup and ensure consistent operation. Manage your printers remotely. With HP Web Jetadmin and an embedded Web server, the print server offers one-to-one network configuration and management, plus useful printer diagnostics—all from any standard Web browser. More information: Features | Product colour | Black |  | LED indicators | Yes | | IPP support | Yes | | Firmware upgradeable | Yes | | HP segment | Business, Enterprise | Power | AC input voltage | 100-127 V | | AC input frequency | 60 Hz | | Power consumption (typical) | 6.5 W | Memory | Internal memory | 32 MB | | Flash memory | 8 MB | Packaging data | Package dimensions (WxDxH) | 249 x 130 x 75 mm | | Package weight | 1010 g | Protocols | Supported network protocols | IPv4/IPv6: Apple Bonjour, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, TFTP, Port 9100, LPD, IPP, Secure-IPP, WS, IPsec; DHCPv6, MLDv1, ICMPv6, Auto-IP, SLP, Telnet, IGMPv2, BOOTP/DHCP, WINS | | Management protocols | SNMPv3, SSL/TLS (HTTPS), Telnet | Other features | Network ready | Yes | | Networking features | Fast Ethernet | | Cabling technology | 10/100Base-T(X) | Operational conditions | Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C | | Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 15 - 95 % | | Storage temperature (T-T) | -40 - 70 °C | | Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 15 - 95 % | Software | Windows operating systems supported | Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64 | | Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.2 Jaguar, Mac OS X 10.3 Panther, Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard | Network | Network connection type | Ethernet LAN/Wireless LAN | | Networking standards | IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.3 | | Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100 Mbit/s | | Wi-Fi data rates | 54 Mbit/s | | Wi-Fi band | Single-band (2.4 GHz) | | Security algorithms | 128-bit WEP, 40-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP, EAP, EAP-TLS, LEAP, PEAP, TKIP, WPA, WPA2 | Ports & interfaces | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 | | USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 | | DC-in jack | Yes | Packaging content | External power adapter | Yes | Weight & dimensions | Width | 99.06 mm | | Depth | 129.54 mm | | Height | 33.02 mm | | Weight | 140 g |
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