File-server based print servers File-server based print servers connect printers to the serial or printer port of the file server. They can connect 16 to 255 printers. They are ideal for large offices and large computer networks. Nondedicated workstation print servers These print servers have an onboard memory, which sends the print job to a file server for processing. They can perform printing jobs while computer applications are running simultaneously. They are also called workstation-based print servers. They connect printers through parallel or serial workstation ports. Dedicated print servers Dedicated print servers connect only to specific computers identified by a bindery ID. They connect to computers through parallel or serial workstation ports. They can serve up to 16 printers. Box print servers Box print servers are complete workstations designed solely for multiple printing. They connect printers through parallel or serial ports. They can connect up to six printers. Net direct print servers Net direct print servers use specific software and network adapters to perform multiple print jobs. They are usually made for specific printer models. | 
