Setup Printing Via Ethernet
This section will guide you on the step-by-step process on setting up your printer via ethernet
Steps
Physically connect the printer to the network using an Ethernet cable and power it on.
On the printer, perform a self-test / network configuration print (usually from the printer’s menu).
Write down the printer’s IP address shown on that printout.
On your Windows device open Control Panel
View Devices and Printers
Click "Add a printer"
When Windows searches, choose “The printer that I want isn’t listed.”
In the popup select “Add a printer using a TCP/IP address or hostname” and click Next.
Change Device type to TCP/IP Device.
In Hostname or IP address enter the IP address you got from the self-test print. Click Next.
When prompted for the device driver, choose Standard → Generic Network Card (or if a specific driver for your model is available, you can install that instead). Click Next.
On the next screen choose Manufacturer: Generic and Printers: Generic / Text Only. Click Next.
If prompted about replacing drivers, choose Replace the current driver (or install driver if needed). Click Next.
Update the Printer name to a friendly name (e.g.,
Office Printer - Kitchen) and click Next.
Click Print a test page to confirm the printer is reachable and prints.
If the test page prints, click Finish.
We are happy to remotely set up your printer for you. We know this is a step that can trip up many people due to every printer being a bit different. Please get in touch with us if you need assistance.
Please email [email protected] or use the chat support feature to get assistance managing this feature.
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