How to Install a Local Printer

Install and configure a printer for your office or home use.

[edit] Steps

  1. Go to Start Menu → Settings → Printers and Faxes.Im1.gif
  2. Double-click the Add a printer option in the Printers and Faxes folder.Im2.gif
  3. Click the Next button on the welcome screen of the Add Printer Wizard.Im3.gif
  4. Select local printer, and click the Next button on the Local or Network Printer page.Im4.gif
  5. Select a port from the drop-down menu, and click the Next button.Im5.gif
  6. Select the manufacturer and printer, and click the Next button.Im6.gif
  7. Specify a name for the printer and settings for using the printer as a default printer, if you want to share the printer on the network. Click the Next button.Im7.gif
  8. Specify the settings for sharing the printer, and click the Next button.Im8.gif
  9. Specify the location and comment for the printer, and click the Next button.Im9.gif
  10. Specify whether or not to print a test page, and click the Next button.Im10.gif
  11. Click the Finish button.Im11.gif


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