How to Configure a Zebra QL420 for Wireless Connectivity (WEP)
August 5th, 2010The following steps outline the process of configuring a QL420+ for wireless connectivity using WEP.
- Before we configure the printer we will need to download Zebra’s Label Vista program, which is used to configure the QL420+ for wireless connectivity. Download Label Vista here: Label Vista v 3.5
- Before connecting the QL420+ to your PC be sure that the unit is powered on, and media is present in the printer. When ready, connect to PC.
- Windows should recognize a new device and install the necessary drivers.
- Once the printer is installed and Label Vista is installed, begin device configuration by going to Printer, Com Port Setup.

- Ensure the COM port is set to USB, and the USB Device selected is the QL 420+ device. Once it is set, click OK.

- Go to Network Setup, and click Network Setup with Encryption.

- Click Next
- Enter your SSID, click NEXT.

- Choose your encryption type, click NEXT.
- Enter Encryption Key, click NEXT.

- Select DHCP or Static. If necessary, enter your IP info, then click NEXT.

- Enter the Network Port 6101, then click NEXT.

- Click Test Settings. Once the settings are tested and working, click Finish to complete.

