Checking the Connection Method
In Windows Vista/7/8.1/10/Server 2008/Server 2008 R2/Server 2012/Server 2012 R2
The installation method for the printer driver differs depending on the method used to connect this machine to the computer. When this machine is connected to the network, there are several printing protocols. The installation method for the printer driver also differs depending on the protocol.
Connection method in which setup is possible using Add Printer Wizard
Connection method | Description |
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LPR | A network connection using the LPR (Line Printer Remote) print service. It uses a TCP/IP protocol and the LPR printing port.
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Port 9100 | A network connection using the PORT9100 print service. It uses a TCP/IP protocol and the RAW printing port.
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SMB | A network connection using SMB (Server Message Block) for sharing files or printers in Windows. It supports the TCP/IP protocol.
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IPP/IPPS | A network connection using the IPP (Internet Printing Protocol) print service. Printing via the Internet is possible with the HTTP (HyperText Transfer Protocol) of the TCP/IP protocol. IPPS is an IPP for SSL encrypted communication.
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Web service print | This is a connection corresponding to the Web service function of a computer running Windows Vista or later, and that is capable of automatically detecting the printer on the network.
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USB | A connection using a USB port. |
Connection method in which plug and play-based setup is possible
Connection method | Description |
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USB | A connection using a USB port.
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Tips
In User's Guide manuals, location paths of folders or files may not contain the root directory.- To install the Windows printer driver manually, specify the driver files in the EN (English) folder, and nothing anywhere else.