The printer-to-computer setup process begins by connecting the printer to the computer with a cable. After that, you need to start the installation process by running the driver file. If it is on the CD, the installation will start automatically. If the driver file was downloaded from the Internet, it must be run manually.
Have you already connected your printer to your computer? If yes, then you already know that this operation can be accompanied by some difficulties. What do you need to successfully install the printer?
What is printer setup
To install the printer, you need to connect it to your computer using a cable. The vast majority of models of modern printers intended for home use are connected to a computer with a USB cable.
Connecting with a cable is not enough. For the computer to recognize and communicate with the printer, you need to install the printer driver. A driver is special software provided by the printer manufacturer.
Where to find the driver
Manufacturers usually bundle printers with the drivers and other software they need to work. A CD-ROM is usually included with the printer.
When connecting the printer, this disk must be inserted into the disk drive of the computer and start the installation process, following the prompts that appear on the computer screen. Typically, the installation starts in unattended mode after the disc is inserted into the drive.
A number of manufacturers do not write drivers on a CD, but on a special drive located in the printer. In this case, the user only needs to connect the printer to the computer with a cable. After turning on the printer, the installation will take place in automatic mode.
If there is no driver
How to connect a printer if the driver is not available? This situation can arise if the disc has been lost. In addition, the driver may be out of date and not work with newer versions of the operating system.
There are a large number of sites on the Internet that offer to download various programs and drivers for all kinds of devices, including printers. It can be dangerous to use the services of such sites - under the guise of drivers, there may be malicious programs containing viruses.
If you decide to take a chance and download a printer driver from such a site, you should be careful. It is important to have a reliable antivirus with up-to-date databases. He will warn if the site is considered unsafe. The downloaded file must be checked for viruses.
There is a safer and more reliable way to find a driver to install your printer. Most manufacturers post drivers for their devices on their websites. It is enough to find the required model in the list in the corresponding section of the site.
The manufacturer's website usually contains drivers for different versions of operating systems. If the driver that came with your printer when you bought it is out of date, the updated version can be found there.
How to start the installation of the driver downloaded from the Internet? Double-clicking the left mouse button on this file will start the automatic installation process. All you need to do is follow the prompts that appear and press "Next" in time.
So, to install the printer, you need a cable and a driver. Connect the printer to the computer with a cable and start the driver installation process. After a few minutes of waiting, the printer will be ready for use.
