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Introduction

Sometimes Occasionally it is advisable necessary to print directly to a printer, avoiding using a the print server.  These instrucitons ; for instance during troubleshooting. These instructions should only be used if you were directed to set your printer up this way by CSCS.

 

Requirements

  • Windows 7

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  • or above (these instructions are for Windows7)
  • You will need the driver for the printer installed. If you have previously connected to this printer (for instance via the print server), then they should already be on your computer.

Instructions

  • Find the name of the printer you want to add – it should be labelled by a white sticker on the device. If you are not sure about the name, ask a colleague.
  • Click the Windows Start button
  • Select 'Devices and Printers'
  • Click on 'Add a Printer' near the top of the window

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  • Select 'Add a network, wireless or Bluetooth printer'

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