How to Access & Install a Network Printer on Windows

Solution:

Method 1: Auto-Detect Printer (Windows 10/11)

1. Ensure the printer is powered on & connected to the network.
2. On your computer, go to Control Panel > Devices and Printers > Add a Printer.
3. Windows will scan for available network printers.
4. Select the EPSON or HP printer from the list and click Next.
5. Follow the installation prompts and print a test page.

Method 2: Manually Add a Network Printer

1. Find the printer’s IP address
   • Print a Network Configuration Report from the printer menu.
2. Add the printer manually
   • Open Control Panel > Devices and Printers > Add a Printer.
   • Select The printer I want isn’t listed > Add a printer using a TCP/IP address or hostname.
   • Enter the printer’s IP address (e.g., 192.168.1.100).
   • Select the printer model and install the drivers.
3. Confirm the printer is accessible
   • Try printing a test page from Printer Properties.