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  • Open Control Panel, Devices & Printers
  • Click on "add a printer"
  • Choose add a LOCAL printer
  • Create a new port – standard TCP/IP
  • Enter the printer name for the address
    • See label on the printer for the printer name (please avoid using the IP address, especially since it can change!)
  • Finish driver & printer installation by providing the driver as necessary and naming the printer something you prefer. In most cases, your computer will detect & install drivers.

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  • You may want to install the most up-to-date drivers from Apple for your printer before installing (ex: see https://support.apple.com/kb/dl1888 for HP printers or see https://support.apple.com/kb/dl1861 for Xerox printers )
  • Open System Preferences and go to Printers and Scanners
  • Click on the + sign to add a printer
  • Click on the IP system
  • Enter the printer name for the address
    • See label on the printer for the name (please avoid using the IP address)
  • Change the protocol to HP JetDirect Socket (even if the printer is not an HP printer)
  • Leave the Queue empty, name and locate the printer something you prefer and will remember
  • Correct the printer driver as necessary  (generic drivers may work, but may cause problems with pdf printing, duplexing, or color)
  • Ensure you have the required or desired default settings when printing (e.g.: duplex printing as opposed to single sided).

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If you have any questions, problems, or concerns on connecting to your group’s servers and/or printers, please first attempt to work with your group’s computer person and when necessary, please contact Chemistry IT at ChemIT@cornell.edu or stop by 250 140 Baker Lab for assistance.