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By: Curt R
When adding a "Network" printer doesn't work (as is often the case with wireless printing) use this set of instructions:
1. Open the Printers folder (Start->Settings->Printers)
2. Run the "Add Printer" wizard.
3. Click "Next" on the opening screen
4. You are then asked if you wish to install a Local or a Network Printer. Choose Local and ensure the box beside "Automatically detect and install my Plug and Pray printer" is NOT selected (ie: no checkmark) and click "Next"
5. Select the radio button beside "Create a new port" and from the pulldown menu choose "Standard TCP/IP Port" and click "Next"
6. Click "Next" on the screen that comes up.
7. Type in the IP address of the printer and click "Next"
Continue through the wizard adding the correct drivers and have it print a test page to verify the printer is working.
