When buying a printer, some novice users face difficulties that arise when attempting to connect to a computer. In most cases, going to the set of instructions does not bring any useful information, especially for the ignorant English, and therefore have to deal with the situation alone. We invite you to read this manual to understand how to perform this task on Windows 10 example.
Connect the printer to the computer with Windows 10
We have divided the current operation on the steps. The first of these are mandatory, with responsibility for the correctness of operation of the device. Further carried out by the user, if it becomes necessary. Therefore, we should start with the first instruction, gradually moving to the next and deciding which ones to implement, and what you can skip.Step 1: Connecting cables
Now there are printers that connect to your computer via Wi-Fi or Ethernet cable, but these models have not yet conquered the market, so is almost always a connection is made via a standard cable terminated USB-plug, connected to the computer. The procedure itself does not require much time and is quite simple, and on our website you will find a separate guide on this subject that will help deal with all types of connections.
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Step 2: Installation of Drivers
The second step is to install the software necessary for the correct operation of the device. It is called by the driver and can be obtained in quite different ways: through the driver disk, the official website of the manufacturer or brand utility. Here it should start from the personal preferences and situation to find the right files and add them successfully to the operating system. More details about each of the known variants of downloading drivers, read on.
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Step 3: Adding a printer in Windows 10
In most cases, after the software is installed printing equipment it is sufficient to restart, then it will be detected and the operating system will start functioning correctly. Sometimes, however, the printer does not appear in the list, and printing can not be started. This problem will need to fix yourself by running the appropriate scan, but before doing so make sure the device is turned on and all cables are connected properly.
- Open the "Start" and go to the "Parameters" section.
- Here you are interested in the category "Devices."
- Use the panel on the left to move to the "Printers & Scanners".
- Left-click on the "Add a printer or scanner."
- Scanning begins connected to computer peripherals. After finding the device, select it from the list and follow the display instructions.
No more action is required to produce. Once the printer appears in the list, go to the fourth stage.
Step 4: Run a test print
This is the final step of the mandatory, but it too can be skipped when confidence in the fact that the equipment operates completely correct. However, when the first connection is still recommended to produce print a test page to make sure there are no bands, applying paint uniformity and the presence of all the right colors. Before starting the printing, remember to insert the paper into the printer and turn it on.
- In the same section "Printers & Scanners" click on the line with necessary device.
- Among emerging select "Manage."
- Click on the button "Print Test Page".
- The document will be added to the queue and when the first chance to print.
Check out the resulting sheet, and ensure the correct display of the content. Now when you need to, you can center the paper or check the cartridges. In the event of serious problems with the seal is better to contact the store where you purchased the device to repair or exchange it under warranty.
Step 5: Sharing
Now within one apartment or house is often several PCs or laptops that can exchange files or use the same device. Printers do not become an exception. sharing organization is fast enough, but first make sure that the local network is created and configured correctly using the guide given below.After that, all or certain members of the local network will be able to send documents to your PC at all, and they will be printed.
Step 6: Use the device
This information will be relevant to users, who first faced with a similar peripheral and only begins its development. On our site there is a set of useful guidelines that will help to understand the use of printer and print documents teach non-standard formats. Explore the headings presented below, in order to understand what it is worth paying attention to.
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In the future, it is sure to need to fill or replace the cartridges, as well as their need cleaning. You can cope on their own with this problem without resorting to service centers. Check with the relevant guidelines, in order to decide whether or not you will be a force to cope with the task or simply entrust this work to professionals.
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Now you are familiar with all the stages of connecting the printer to the computer with Windows 10. As can be seen, the operation did not take long, so even a beginner will cope with it.