Setting up a printer is different depending on the type of printer and your computer, but here’s a general steps to help you through the process:
For a Wired Printer :
1 Unbox and Place : Unbox the printer and place it on a surface near your computer and and connect printer to power outlet.
2 Connect Power : Connect the printer into a power and turn it on.
3 Install Ink or Toner : Open the printer’s ink compartment and install the cartridges .
4 Load Paper : Insert paper into the paper tray.
5 Connect to Computer : Use the USB cable that received with the printer and connect it to your computer.
6 Install Printer Drivers:
◦ Windows : Go to Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners, click Add a printer or scanner.
◦ Mac : Go to System Preferences > Printers & Scanners, click the + button to add the printer.
7 Test Print : Try printing a test page to ensure everything is working correctly.
For a Wireless Printer
1. Connect to Wi-Fi : Using the Printer’s Menu : Go to printer setting through control panel. Search for wireless or network setup. Run wireless wizard and choose wifi and enter password.
2. Install Printer Drivers :
Windows : Go to Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners, click Add a printer or scanner, and select your wireless printer from the list.
Mac : Go to System Preferences > Printers & Scanners, click the + button, and select your wireless printer from the list.
3. Test Print: Print a test page to confirm the connection and ensure everything is set up correctly.