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Hi,

I would like to ask if someone knows, if, Epson L200 would be compatible with TP-Link WR2543ND? Does routers with print servers have issues regarding on what kind of printer will be installed? Because I'll be buying Epson L200 and I want to use it with my IPad. "Ofcourse" without connecting the printer with my IPad.

Thanks in advance,
Phil

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Brief summary: connecting an Epson L200 to the TP‑Link WR2543ND USB port will usually allow PCs on the LAN to print, but that alone does not guarantee iPad printing. ’s point about physical connection is valid, but router-side "print server" implementations differ: some only expose a Windows-style share or LPR/RAW service and do not announce the printer via AirPrint (DNS‑SD/IPP), so an iPad will often not see it natively.

What to check and expect:

  • Confirm the router's USB print-server protocols (LPR, raw/9100, SMB, IPP). If the router only offers a Windows share, it will be usable by desktops with drivers but not by iOS without a middleman.
  • Verify the Epson L200 model (most L200s are USB‑only, not networked or AirPrint‑capable). Router print servers typically cannot provide manufacturer drivers or advanced status reporting.
  • Test first from a PC: connect the L200 to the router USB, install Epson drivers on a PC and print. That verifies the basic router-to-printer path.

Practical options for iPad printing (durable choices that still work years later):

  • Use a PC/Mac on the LAN as an AirPrint gateway: install the printer on that machine, enable printer sharing and run an AirPrint-advertising utility so iOS devices see it as an AirPrint printer.
  • Use a small Linux box (Raspberry Pi) with CUPS + Avahi to share the USB printer via IPP/DNS‑SD (AirPrint).
  • Use an iOS printing app that can target network-shared printers as an alternative to AirPrint.
  • If simplicity is the priority, consider a printer or print server that explicitly supports AirPrint.

Checklist for this thread: check the WR2543ND manual for supported protocols, confirm the L200 is USB-only, test with a PC, then pick one of the iPad workarounds above. If avoiding extra boxes or software is required, buying an AirPrint-capable solution will be the least hassle.

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These devices that have built-in "print servers" are compatible with all printers as long as the interfaces match. What I mean is that this print server has a usb connection and as long as your printer also has a usb connection, you will be good. In the past, these print servers were equipped with LPT ports instead of USB because printers commonly had lpt ports (years ago). In any case you should not have a problem getting this printer on the network.

Now with regard to iPAD printing, I dont see that printer listed in this support doc: http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4356

Are you sure its compatible with the iPAD?

With regard to "regular" PCs, this wireless print device will work without question.

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Will that be a problem? I'll be connecting my printer to the print server, then, my IPad with the router and not directly using AirPrint... It's just like installing a shared printer on my IPad... If i'm correct... Please do advice me on this scenario... ty.

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I dont have an iPAD so I cant tell you for sure from personal experience. Everthing I have read indicates that either the wireless printer needs to support it or you need airprint, or you need an app.

I came across this link which claims that you can print to just about any wireless printer on the network. Take a look: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/printcentral-for-ipad/id366020849?mt=8

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