Here we explains how to install and configure a printer in Windows 10/8 Operating system.

How do I install and configure a new printer?


1. Connect the printer using a USB port and turn on the printer

  • Place the device near to you computer
  • Connect the power cables to the printer
  • Connect the USB cable to the printer and the other end to your the computer/laptop.
  • Turn on the Printer
  • Turn on your computer

2. Device driver installation

Windows 10 will recognize the device and automatically installs the required drivers. However some devices may require additional software/drivers for proper functioning. Insert the CD into the CD drive and complete the guided installation (If the printer comes with a CD). Inkjet printers and scanners might require calibration. Usually it can be done through printer software.

3. Print test page

Now your printer ready and you can print a test page.

Alternatively, you can add a printer or scanner to your computer through “Printers & scanners” option in Windows Settings.

Windows Settings - Add printer
Windows ->Settings
Add printer & scanner Windows 10
Add Printer & Scanner

Make sure that , “Download over metered connection” is disabled, otherwise system may download latest drivers for new devices or existing ones when you are using a metered connection like mobile data/cellular data. Learn how to share a local printer to other PCs in the network

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