Wireless printer adapters are an easy and cost-effective way to upgrade your old wired printers. These small adapter devices can receive print jobs from computers connected wirelessly or on a local network.
This upgrades your current system without the need for expensive cables or installation costs!
How to select a Wireless Printer Adapter
- 1. Make sure the adapter is compatible with your printer and computer
- 2. Look for an adapter that has a strong signal and can cover a large area
- 3. Choose an adapter with multiple antennas for better connectivity
- 4. Consider the price and features of different adapters before making a purchase
- 5. Read reviews from other customers to learn more about the quality of the adapter
With so many wireless printer adapters available, it can be tough to know which one is right for you. Luckily we did some of the research and found out about some great products from well-known manufacturers that might work great!
LOYALTY-SECU 1-port Mini Network USB 2.0 Print Server
LY-MPS-N01 is a Mini USB Print Server, a 10/100Mbps Ethernet to USB 2.0 Network LPR Print Server, after connected to the local area network (LAN) through the RJ45 network cable, it is an independent network device in LAN, which allows multiple computers in the local area network to share a USB printer. It’s replacing the computers which worked as the print server with the high cost, spacy-occupying, high energy consuming, not easy to manage later disadvantages. Allowing users to use mobile phones, tablets, computers, other devices to print files.
LY-MPS-N01 Mini USB Network Server adopts standard USB 2.0 interface (compatible with USB1.1), with simple config tool for parameter configuration. Supports multiple protocols and operating systems, the smartphone no need to install any software or drivers, can print directly from operating the mobile phone (work with PrinterShare or PrintHand APP).
LY-MPS-N01 Mini USB Print Server uses a highly integrated chip, low power consumption, when compares with traditional computer sharing printers, using LOYALTY-SECU Mini USB Network Printer for printer sharing can greatly save power, reduce costs, and be more environmentally friendly.
Features
- Simple and compact design, low power, small footprint, easy to carry
- Support to print and scan file in format of image,PDF, PPT, Excel, Word
- Equipped with 1PCS RJ45 LAN port, support Multi-Users sharing an USB printer
- Standard USB2.0 interface, support high-speed, stable printing
- Compatible with more than 99% of the brand USB printers on the market
- Work with the APP, ensure the android smartphone can print the file or images directly.
- White & gray color is available , accept customization for other color
IOGEAR 1-Port USB 2.0 Print Server
IOGEAR’s palm sized 1-port USB 2.0 Print Server allows any networked computer to share a USB printer. It complies with USB 2.0 specifications (backward compatible with USB 1.1 spec.), and provides users with an auto-sensing Ethernet port that works with either 10Base-T or 100Base-T networks. This unit also supports multiple protocols and multiple operating systems, and it integrates Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) in this print server to allow users to print from any computer over a LAN/WAN or the Internet by specifying the device’s URL.
The built-in web management feature provides more convenience by allowing the user to configure, monitor and even reset the print server via a web browser. This eliminates the need to place the printer right next to the computer.
Features
- Easily connects USB 2.0, 1.1 printer to a network, allows multiple computers to share 1 USB printer on the network with the included Cat 5 cable
- Print from any computer on the network or from across the Internet; USB cable and Ethernet cable used for connection
- 10Base-T, 100Base-T auto-sensing Ethernet Port; Please refer to user guide before use
- Supports DHCP client and multiple network protocols; Supports Telnet and web management software
- Backed by IOGEAR’s 3-year and free lifetime US based technical support, Note : Refer to the PDF attached below in Technical Specification for manual and Troubleshooting step
- Device is not compatible with Multi-Functional Printers.
StarTech USB 2.0 Network Print Server – Windows 10 – LPR – LAN USB Print Server Adapter (PM1115U2)
Black Ethernet to USB 2.0 network LPR print server makes it easy to share a USB printer with users on your network. The PM1115U2 print server shares a standard USB printer with multiple users simultaneously over an Ethernet network. This server is suitable for Home or small office networks. Network LPR print server is ideal solution for home or small office networks.
Features
- NEW FIRMWARE UPDATE AVAILABLE: To enhance the performance of your 10/100Mbps networking USB print server we suggest downloading the latest version of the product firmware to improve stability in varied network environments.
- SHARE A PRINTER: Share a USB printer w/ multiple users over an Ethernet network. The print server has 10Base-T/100Base-TX auto-sensing to ensure a reliable connection, letting you print from any network computer, across the office or over the Internet.
- GREAT FOR ANY ENVIRONMENT: This USB print server adapter is the perfect printing solution. It’s ideal for home or small office applications, and government and educational institutions that require shared printing capabilities.
- BROAD COMPATIBILITY: This USB to Ethernet print server is USB 2.0 compliant, and works w/ Mac & Windows, including Windows 10. The print adapter also supports LPR network printing and Bonjour Print Services to provide ultimate compatibility.
- PRINT FROM ANYWHERE: Print from any computer connected to the LAN. This print server doesnt require a wired connection to a computer, however you must connect the server to your networking device (eg. router) w/ the included RJ45 network cable.
LOYALTY-SECU Wireless Bluetooth Printer Adapter Print Server
LY-MPS-BN01 is a Wireless Bluetooth Printer Adapter, which creates the convenience of wireless Bluetooth technology and LAN printing to a USB printer. Allowing a computer or smartphone or other PDA send the print jobs to the connected USB printers via Bluetooth Dual Mode (Classic + BLE ) and the wired LAN(RJ45). Simply connect the Bluetooth Wireless USB Printer Adapter to the USB port of your printer and explore the freedom and flexibility of Bluetooth technology.
LY-MPS-BN01 Wireless Bluetooth Print Server adopts standard USB2.0 interface (compatible with USB1.1),with simple & user-friendly Config Tool for quick parameter setting.Supports multiple protocols and operating systems, the smartphone no need to install any software or drivers, can print directly from operating the mobile phone (work with Pre-paid PrinterShare or Printhand APP).
Features
- Enable printing for users without network connections
- Support to print & scan via Windows Computer and Android Smartphone
- Wireless printing via Bluetooth Technology
- Print from Android mobile devices and Windows computer
- Printing Connection Method: Bluetooth or Network (RJ45 LAN)
- Support multi-users sharing a USB printer simultaneously
- Standard USB2.0 interface, with high stability & fast printing feature
- Compatible with more than 99% of the brand USB printers on the market
- White & gray color is available, accept customization other color
StarTech 1-Port Wireless USB 2.0 Network Print Server – 10/100 Mbps Ethernet USB Printer Server Adapter(PM1115UW)
1 Port USB Wireless N network print server can be used with a standard USB printer and has RJ-45 port for 10/100Base-TX network technology. 1 Port USB Wireless N network print server has a transmission speed of 150 Mbps and supports twisted pair type media. Server has built-in multi-function button to reset the device and has WEP, WPS, WPA wireless security.
Features
- EASY INSTALLATION: This wireless USB print server uses either a web-based interface, a Windows based installation wizard, and a WPS button for easy connection to your wireless network.
- SHARE A PRINTER: This compact wireless print server supports 802.11b/g/n wireless standards for functionality with almost any wireless network and offers an RJ45 port for 10/100 Mbps wired connections
- GREAT FOR ANY ENVIRONMENT: This USB print server adapter is the perfect printing solution. It’s ideal for home or small office applications, and places that require shared printing capabilities.
- BROAD COMPATIBILITY: This USB to Ethernet print server is USB 2.0 compliant, and works w/ Mac & Windows, including Windows 10. The print adapter also supports Simple Network Management Protocol.
X-MEDIA USB 2.0 Port Network Print Server
The X-MEDIA XM-PS110U print server allows you to take the computer out of the loop while setting up a printing network. All that is needed is to connect the XM-PS110U to a printer via the USB port, connect the print server to your LAN, and you will be able to access your printer from any computer on the LAN.
Features
- Compatible with more than 320 printer models on the market
- Supports Multi-Protocol and Multi-OS, easy to set up in almost all network environments
- High-Speed microprocessor and USB 2.0 compliant printing port make processing jobs faster
- Simple setup and management, very easy to operate
LOYALTY-SECU Wireless WiFi Bluetooth Network Print Server with 3 USB Ports
LY-MPS-WB03 is a Wireless WiFi Bluetooth Network Print Server which with 3 USB 2.0 Interfaces, it’s an external device that can be used to share one or multiple printers among multi-users of a wireless network simultaneously. The WiFi Printer Server enables its possibility for users to send print jobs to one or several remote printers any time anywhere via a computer or smartphone.
With LOYALTY-SECU 3-Port Wireless USB Print Server that you can choose the most convenient location to keep your printers, whether at home or office, and no longer held back by the length of a USB cable.
Features
- Wireless WiFi Bluetooth Print Server with 3 USB Ports
- CPU: ARM9 32-bit; Operating system: LINUX 3.4
- Product Size: 75*75*18mm; Product weight: 30g
- With Print and Scan function
- Upgraded and user-friendly Config Tool
- Economical & perfect solution for users who owned several USB printers
- WiFi Function: Compliant with 802.11b/g/n wireless networks
- Bluetooth Function: Classic BLE4.0 Mode
- With Bluetooth function to enable printing for users without network connections
- Support to connect 3 PCS USB Printers simultaneously
- With simple config tool for parameter configuration and devices management
- Multi-Users sharing one or Multi-Printers of a wireless network simultaneously.
- Strong compatibility (99%) with most majorities of printers on the market
- Support to print the Word, Excel, PDF, Image format or other format files via smartphone directly
- With external TF Card Slot, Max support 256GB
- Equipped with 1 PCS 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 LAN Port
D-Link 1-USB Port Print Server
The D- Link DP-301U is a compact print server that connects to your Ethernet or Fast Ethernet network. With its high-speed USB port, the DP-301U allows those on your network to access and share a USB printer no matter where they reside on the network.
The DP-301U is equipped with one USB version 1.1 port for seamless connection to most USB printers available on the market today. The DP-301U also supports all major network Operating Systems and protocols. With its compact size, the DP-301U can easily be placed anywhere.
Features
- Users can print from virtually anywhere on the network to the connected USB printer.
- It can be configured using a web-browser setup utility, or Windows PS Admin.
- Sharing a single USB printer eliminates the need to maintain and purchase supplies for multiple printers.
- The dedicated print server removes the need to have a dedicated computer powered on to support the printer.
- TCP/IP, NetBEUI, and AppleTalk transport protocols using a 10/100 Fast Ethernet port.
Conclusion
After testing and reviewing a variety of wireless printer adapters, we’ve found that the best option brand for most people: IOGEAR, StarTech and LOYALTY-SECU. They adapters are easy to set up and use, and it’s compatible with a wide range of printers. It also offers good performance and range, making it a great option for most people.
No matter what your needs are, there’s a wireless printer adapter that’s perfect for you. With so many great options on the market, it’s easy to find the perfect one for your home or office.
