Printing, Apple, Add a Network Printer on macOS
HOW-TO GUIDE
How to Add a Network Printer on macOS
This guide provides step-by-step instructions for adding and configuring a printer on a Mac. It will help users connect to available network or departmental printers so they can print documents from their macOS device.
Reading time: 5 minutes
Audience: Faculty and Staff
Instructions
1. Open System Settings.
2. Click Printers & Scanners in the left sidebar.
3. Click Add Printer, Scanner, or Fax…
4. Click Advanced.
- If Advanced does not appear in your toolbar:
- Right-click the Default icon in the toolbar.
- Choose Customize Toolbar... from the menu that appears.
- Drag the Advanced (gear icon) to the toolbar.
5. In the Type section, select LPD/LPR Host or Printer.
6. Set the URL as lpd://vetprint.vetmed.illinois.edu/PrinterName (the printer's name should be displayed on the printer).
7. Rename the printer to something memorable in the Name section and add the Location of the printer.
8. Select Generic PostScript Printer in the Use dropdown.
9. Click Add.
10. Enable Duplex Printing Unit, then click OK.
11. The printer has now been added to your computer.
Additional Information
Troubleshooting
Mac Cannot Connect to the Printer
Possible Causes:
- Incorrect printer address.
- Network connectivity issues.
Troubleshooting Steps:
- Verify you are connected to the appropriate university network.
- Confirm the printer's URL or hostname is correct.
- Remove the printer from your Mac and attempt to add it again.
Printer Shows as Offline
Possible Causes:
- The printer is disconnected from the network.
- The Mac has lost its connection to the printer.
- The printer's IP address has changed.
Troubleshooting Steps:
- Confirm that the printer is powered on and connected to the network.
- Verify that your Mac is connected to the university network.
- Restart the printer and try printing again.
Need additional assistance?
Contact IT@VetMed: it@vetmed.illinois.edu