Install or Delete a Printer

On a PC, there are 2 ways to install a printer: 

  • Go to Start>Run. Type \\prnsrv or \\prnsrvmac.  (PLEASE NOTE:  If you are using the Vista operating system, please contact the helpdesk at x4790 for assistance.)  Choose your printer and double-click on it. When you see the printer window pop up, you will  know you have successfully installed the printer.
  • Go to Start>Search>Find Printers.   Type all or part of the printer’s name in the Name Field. Click on the Find Now button. After the printer(s) are found, choose your printer and double-click on it. When you see the printer window pop up, you will know you have successfully installed the printer.

On a Mac, you can install a network printer by going to the Printer Setup Utility. Click on the "Add" button, and select Apple Talk. After the printer list appears in window, select the desired printer from the list that comes up and click the "add" button.

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