This wiki page includes instructions on how to add a networked printer to a Mac or Windows, as well as instructions for downloading and installing drivers.
Finding and Installing Drivers
If the driver is not automatically installed, it can be downloaded from the printer manufacturer’s website:
Brother - https://www.brother-usa.com/brother-support/driver-downloads
Epson - https://epson.com/Support/sl/s
Canon - https://www.usa.canon.com/support/software-and-drivers
Kyocera - https://www.kyoceradocumentsolutions.us/en/support/downloads.html
HP - https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers
Xerox - https://www.support.xerox.com/
Dell - https://www.dell.com/support/home/en-us?app=drivers
1. Go to Apple Menu ( ) > System Settings > Printers & Scanners
2. Click the "Add Printer, Scanner, or Fax..." button and complete the printer setup wizard:
3. Choose the IP tab (Globe icon) and enter the printer's settings:
4. Address: the printer's IP address or network name.
5. Protocol: Internet Printing Protocol - IPP.
6. Name: a descriptive name of your choice, we recommend including the printer's IP.
7. If you have the printer-specific driver installed: the correct driver typically auto-selects.
8. Click Add.
9. Send a test print job.
1. Using the search bar in the bottom left corner of your screen, type "Printers & Scanners".
2. Click "Add a printer or scanner" and then click "The printer I want isn't listed".
3. Click "Add a printer using a TCP/IP address or hostname" and then click "Next".
4. Under Device Type, choose "IPP Device".
5. For Hostname or IP address, type your IP address or network name.
7. Make sure "Query the printer and automatically select driver to use" is checked and click "Next".
8. Windows should automatically detect the correct driver. If not, use the instructions above for "Finding and Installing Drivers". Click "Next" after this step.
9. Fill in the box for "Printer name:" and click "Next".
10. Windows will prompt you to share the printer with others on your network if desired. Select your chosen option and click "Next".
11. Your printer should be added, and a test print may be sent if desired. Click "Finish" once this is done.
If you need assistance or have questions that aren't answered on this page, contact CNS IT by calling 512-232-1077 or creating a ticket.