How to Map a Printer via IP Address

When would you use this?

Students looking to map a printer inside their classroom will need to connect to it via IP address.

Instructions:

1. Go to your Type here to search bar, type Printers & scanners, and hit the enter key
2. Click on Add a printer or scanner

3. Scroll down and click on the option that says The printer that I want isn't listed
4. In the Add Printer dialogue box, click on Add a printer using an IP address or hostname, then click Next

5. For Device type, select Autodetect
6. Type in the IP address in the Hostname or IP address section, click Next
7. Name the printer, click Next
8. Click Do not share this printer, click Next
9. Click Finish

Environment/Applies To:

Windows 10 OS

Additional Information:

If you encounter difficulties connecting, you may need to download additional drivers from the printer's manufacturer.