Windows 10/11:How to install a printer (Faculty/Staff)

Overview

Faculty and staff can install networked printers on their University owned and managed Windows computer. 

To install a public printer please use the directions here instead: https://spidertechnet.richmond.edu/TDClient/1955/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=89240

Public Printer List: https://spidertechnet.richmond.edu/TDClient/1955/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=88285

Contact the Help Desk at 804-287-6400 or helpdesk@richmond.edu for technical support.

Details / Instructions

1. Use Windows Search to find "Printers & Scanners", a search for "Printers" will make this tool visible.

 

2. Tap "Add a printer or scanner".

 

 

3a. (Windows 10): Tap "The printer that I want isn't listed".

 

3b: (Windows 11): Click  "add manually"

 

4. Tap "Add a printer using an IP address or hostname" then tap "next".

 

 

5. Set the "Device Type" to "IPP Device".

6. Enter the printer hostname in the "Hostname or IP Address" field (contact Help Desk for assistance obtaining the hostname if you are unsure).

7. Tap "Next".

 

 

8. Once the printer install is done, you may print a test page if desired then tap "Finish". 

 

 

Please note: It may take several minutes before the printer appears in your printer list. 

 

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