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ECO System
Connectivity:
The applications of this category ensure that Konica Minolta output devices are seamlessly integrated into almost any host environment given. At the same time, they offer the conversion of print-datastreams and enhanced features in specific environments such as SAP. Users save costs and gain flexibility because their devices become compatible with different IT platforms.
Product history
BENS (Barcode Engine Network Server)Out of the box barcode printing from SAP
BENS+Native barcode and Unicode function from SAPNew fan-less hardwarePossibility to add new filters
BENS G3New licence managementSeveral optional filters availableNew hardware platform (fan-less)No mechanical parts (SDD Hardisk Drive)
Outline
Name: BENS G3Category: ConnectivityDescribtion: Network print server to provide filter technology
that allows print job manipulation on the fly
Example usage:PCL barcode filter for SAP compatible barcode printingUnicode filter for SAP compatible international printing support (e.g.
Asian or east European characters)Filter for input tray and output bin controllingFilter for “Carbon Copy” functionality
Features – BENS G3
Network print serverSupported protocols: LPR, SMB, Socket, IPP, SNMP, DHCPHTML interface for administration the print serverReprint of print jobsDownload of unfiltered and filtered print jobsPrint preview on the print serverFirmware / Filters can be updatedNew filters can be uploadedSynchronisation with a second BENS G3 print server available for
system stability (Mirroring)Employment of several filters per printerUp to 50 printers can be run on one single applianceBackup and restore function for configurations1 x PCL5 Barcode Filter and 1 x Unicode Filter with Unicode Font
Andale is included
Benefits
Plug-and-play enterprise printing solution for SAP R/3 and other applications
Attractive and highly cost-effective solution for multiple printersSimple and straightforward network integration.Fully scalable thanks to easy download of additional filter licencesNo embedded solutionLongterm solution can be used with future printer generation (only
PCL is precondition)Specific customisation is possible
Target group
Companies from mid to enterprise level are target group for SAP/R3Using SAP is challenging in regards of print outSAP demands several functions to be part of the printer (e.g. Barcode)
Companies using SAP might benefit from BENS G3Customers that need modification on datastreams coming from
older host systems
# Company SoftwareRevenues
mln US$
SoftwareRevenue
growth
TotalRevenues
mln US$
SoftwareRevenue
share1 Microsoft 49,090 -1% 61,159 80%
2 IBM 21,396 -3% 95,758 22%
3 Oracle 18,582 6% 22,734 82%
4 SAP 11,368 -2% 15,373 74%
5 Ericsson 7,595 5% 29,014 26%
6 Nintendo 6,799 -6% 17,762 38%
7 HP 6,183 -15% 116,245 5%
8 Symantec 5,565 -2% 5,992 93%
9 Nokia Siemens Networks 4,529 -15% 18,114 25%
10Activision Blizzard 4,279 -7% 4,279 100%
SAP is still one of the most sucessfull companies in the software industry
(www.softwaretop100.org)
Functional principle
BENS G3
Filter 2Filter 1 Filter n
Virtual Printers
RealPrinters
Filter 1
Filter 2
Filter 1 Filter 2
Clients Printers
1
2
50
X
1
2
50
Y
Up to 50 virtual printers can be defined as inputDifferent filters can be configured and chained for each vitual printerAfter using filters the printjob is sent to one of up to 50 network
attached PCL printers
BENS G3 communicates via SNMP
Supports the SNMP Protocol (Simple Network Message Protocol)SNMP requests from Clients will be passed to the target device
(printer or print server) and vice versaFailed print jobs can be reprinted automatically
Clients BENS G3 Target devices
SNMP SNMP
SNMP SNMP
online? online?
no paper!no paper!
Creating PDF-files from print data
PDF Files of printed documents can be stored in a network shared folder defined by the BENS G3 Administrator
Client
original print data
print data modificated
by filters
PrinterBENS G3
Processing Filters
PDF File
Network share
Example of working with Filters: BARCODES
Client
original printer data
print data including barcodes
PrinterBENS G3
Processing barcodes
Compatible to barcode solutions provided by HPPlug&play printing from SAP R/3No modification on printer side needed
Compatible with HP “International Printing Solution”Andale font (~60.000 characters) is includedPlug&play printing from SAP R/3No modification on printer side needed
Example of working with Filters: UNICODE
Client
original printer data
print data including Chinese characters
PrinterBENS G3
Processing Chinese characters
Unicode Font(s)
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中国国际金融(银行)技术暨设备展览会”
Two BENS G3 can be installed in the network for mirror functionalityConfigurations on the master device are automatically reflected on the
mirrorded device (but additional licences are only necessary for the master device)
System Stability through MIRRORING
Print ServerBENS G3MASTER
Network Clients Network PrintersBENS G3MIRROR
System Stability through MIRRORING
Print ServerBENS G3MASTER
Network Clients Network PrintersBENS G3MIRROR
If the BENS G3 Master device has malfunction, the MIRROR device will take over the functionality
System Stability through MIRRORING
After reparation the new Master device will keep the status and the repaired device will act as new Mirror device
Print Server
BENS G3MIRROR
Network Clients Network PrintersBENS G3MASTER
Configuration
Web based configurationEasy access to printer set upFast and easy activation of new filter licences
Technical specification
Device: Network Print Server with Suchy MIPS Filter Technology
Processor: Intel Atom 1.1Ghz Network Connectivity: RJ45, 1000-Base T (1 Gigabit) RAM: 1 GB Memory Storage: SATA SSD 2 GB Cooling: fanless Supported printing protocols: LPR, SMB, Socket, IPP, DHCP Communication: HTTP, SNMP Management/Configuration: via password protected HTML interface Dimensions w/h/d in mm: 165 / 50 / 90 Working temperature: 0° - 50° C Power: 5V DC Weight: 570 g Default Shipment : 1 x PCL5 Barcode Filter and 1 x Unicode Filter with
the Unicode Font Andale
Supported 1D barcodes
2/5 Industrial 2/5 Interleaved 2/5 Matrix Codabar Code 128 autoswitch
Code 128A Code 128B Code 128C Code 39 Code 39 extended Code 93 Code 93 extended EAN 128 EAN 128
EAN/JAN 13 EAN/JAN 13+2 EAN/JAN 13+5 EAN/JAN 8 EAN/JAN 8+2 EAN/JAN 8+5 ISBN ISSN MSI Plessey OMR UCC-128 UPC-A UPC-A+2 UPC-A+5 UPC-E
UPC-E+2 UPC-E+5 USPS FIM USPS Sack Label USPS Tray Label
Supported postal barcodes
Austarialia 4State Dutch 4State postal French Postal German Postal Indent German Postal Leitnummer Japan Postal 4State Royal Mail 4State Singapor 4State postal Swiss Postal Code ZIP Postnet
Supported 2D barcodes
AztekCodablock FDatamatrixMaxicodePDF417QR Code
Other products
Stethos/Oberon -> AP-ELP appliancePlatform orientedLow quality plastic housing
Fontware -> BarstormFont only orientedHigh cost for additional printers
HP -> JetcapsFont only orientedNeeded for each printer Investment limited to specific productline
Available articles
Name Partnumber SRP
Suchy MIPS Barcode Server G3 9967001292 950€
BENS Barcode Filter 9967001567 150€
BENS Unicode 1 printer 9967001568 150€
BENS Prescribe 1 printer 9967001569 290€
BENS OCR A+B 1 printer 9967001570 50€
BENS Carboncopy 1 printer 9967001571 50€
Only BENS G3 itself is a physical articleAdditional activation keys for filters will be delivered as e-mailProducts might be added if new filters are available