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8.1. Printer Setup
Last updated: Tue Jun 2026 02:47 PM (EDT)
Home & Office Printer Setup:
Printers at the CRL office should be mapped by default. If you'd like to add a printer or are setting up a home printer, follow the steps below (For wireless setup, scroll to the bottom of this page):
Step 1: At home: Connect the printer to your computer using the USB cable and turn it on. If at the CRL office, skip to Step 2.
Step 2: Open Printers & scanners from the Start menu (type "Printers" in the search bar and select the best match).
Step 3: Next to Add a printer or scanner, click Add device.
Step 4: Set the "Show printers and scanners associated with my" dropdown to Work or school.
Step 5: Wait for the list to populate, find the printer you want, and click Add device next to it. Follow any on-screen prompts to finish.
**If you are having trouble, make a note of your device's make and model and the IT Team may be able to download the drivers and installation tools for your printer, then assist with installation. This will require approval from the IT Manager and may require some additional steps**
Wireless Printer Setup:
The steps to install a wireless printer may vary by manufacturer. In general, however, modern printers today will detect your network and automate the installation.
Step 1: Use the printer's LCD panel to enter the wireless setup.
Step 2: Select your Wi-Fi network. You'll need to know your home network's SSID, which you can find by hovering your mouse over the Wi-Fi icon in the taskbar.
Step 3: Enter your network password.
In some cases, you might need to temporarily connect your printer to your computer via USB to install the software. But otherwise, that's it. You should find your printer automatically added in the Printers & scanners section under Settings > Devices.