RT-AC68U Print Server problem

[Oblech]

I've upgraded from TP-Link archec C20 to Asus RT-AC68U to extend wifi.

I have Epson L850 eco tank printer that was connected to TP-Link router and it was working really good.

So after I hook up everything based on the RT-AC68U i have a problem with prnt server that is a pain in the b...

So I have 2 laptops via wifi and one desktop via cable. Printer is connected to usb 2.0 port in the router.

The problem is: I can print from each computer, I can scan from each computer so it should work fine.

But if I try to print something from one computer (it will print) and then somebody else decide to print something from another computer there is a printer not ready msg. Monopoly mode is not helping.

To print from another computer i have to restart the router and it will print but then it will block other computers from printing untill next restart.

That is a pain in the b... 4 times cheaper router was working with no problems and this piece of... drives me nuts.

I have reset it to factory, upgraded to up to date firmware and nothing.

Any help?

 

[ColinTaylor]

Try turning on "LPR Byte Counting" on each of your clients.

 

[Oblech]

Running the printer in LPR mode does not work at all. I can send something to print but it's stuck in print queue on buffering.
The only way it will work is by using Asus Ez

 

[Oblech]

Just updated router's firmware to latest Asus WRT Merlin and still not working as it should

 

[Going_Strong]

What about trying to hook up the AC-68U to the Archer C20 as an AP/range extender, or is this not viable in your situation?

 

[Oblech]

I've sold it so it's not an option.
Right now i'm thinking about buying a tp link print server, buying new printer, throwing that asus int the bin

 

[OzarkEdge]

I've sold it so it's not an option.
Right now i'm thinking about buying a tp link print server, buying new printer, throwing that asus int the bin

I'm having good luck with my Lexmark Laser printer on an Ethernet connection... I give it a static IP. No more Inkjet cartridges for me!

OE

 

[ColinTaylor]

I've sold it so it's not an option.
Right now i'm thinking about buying a tp link print server, buying new printer, throwing that asus int the bin

If you buy a new printer get one with a network interface. That way you're not reliant on a separate print server and can use whatever router you want/have.