Wednesday 13 March 2013

Install Printer Via IP Address

How to install a printer by TCP/IP address.

1. Click Start and type print in the search box. Click Printers.
2. Select Add a Network, Wireless, or a Bluetooth Printer.
3. Click The Printer That I Want Isn?t Listed.
4. Select Add a printer using a TCP/IP address or hostname. Click Next.

5. Select TCP/IP Device in the Device type list.
6. Type the hostname or the IP address oft he printer. Click Next.
7. Windows Vista should find the printer if the printer is on and configured correctly. You may have to specify more information. If prompted, Select the type of network adapter installed in the printer in the Device Type drop-down list. You can also click Custom to specify custom settings for the network printer. Click Next.

Windows Vista will now walk you through installing the drivers for the printer. After that is complete, you should be able to print to the printer via direct IP address.

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