For novice users, the question of how to install a printer is very important. Labor is not the usual connection between the computer and the printer through the wires, but the subsequent installation process can be confusing for many. Next, it will be described how to install the printer, and what parameters may be useful for this.
The printer serves as one of the main devices focused on information output. There are a number of connection options that depend on the configuration of the computer: a local printer, which usually connects to a USB bus or LPT port; network printer. After you decide which printer to use, you need to install it, that is, install the required software designed to convert text and graphic information into a printer- friendly format. Printing is not carried out in letters, but simply in dots, and the saturation of the image is transmitted through the frequency of applying these same dots on paper. If you install a local printer, then it should be connected off, after which you can turn on the power. Printers that comply with the plug and play standard are automatically recognized by the operating system, after which the driver is installed automatically. Otherwise, you must install manually.
How to install a plug and play printer
- First of all, it must be connected to the computer in accordance with what is indicated by the manufacturer in the instructions;
- Now you can insert the power cord into an outlet, turn on the printer. The system itself recognizes the device. Very often, user participation in installing drivers for such printers is not necessary at all;
- when the installation wizard for new equipment appears, you must select an automatic installation, and then follow the instructions offered to the user.
How to install a printer without plug and play support
- First of all, it must be connected to the computer in accordance with what is indicated by the manufacturer in the instructions;
- you can insert the power cord into an outlet, turn on the printer. The system itself recognizes the device. Very often, user participation in installing drivers for such printers is not necessary at all;
- enter the “Printers and Faxes” component;
- in the Print Tasks field, select the “Install Printer” link, a special installation wizard will start;
- you need to install the "Local printer", and then uncheck the automatic detection box, and then continue;
- you need to choose a serial or parallel port depending on the type of printer;
- Next, they will indicate the sequence of actions in the instructions that appear on the screen.
When the installation is complete, a printer icon will appear.
If you need to install a network printer, then there is also a certain sequence of actions:
- run the printer installation wizard;
- choose a network printer;
- Now you can manually specify or select a printer from the list of network devices;
- select the device manufacturer and model;
- give him a specific name;
- set the printer name so that it allows it to be accessible to other network users.
These actions concerned the network device installed on your computer, and if you are concerned about the question of how to install a network printer, then there is also a certain set of instructions:
- for the printer it is necessary to establish general access;
- Now run the installation wizard, in which you need to select the network printer;
- You can connect to the desired printer by reviewing all available network devices;
- Further on the screen instructions will appear that must be followed.