Adding a network printer (for a single user) in Windows 10

These instructions are for JMU-owned computers in the JMUAD Active Directory domain. Before beginning these steps, make sure you are connected to the JMU network either via network cable or the wireless network.

1. Click the Start button, type printers and press Enter
2. When the Devices and Printers control panel opens, click Add a printer
3. Click The printer that I want isn’t listed
4. Select Find a printer in the directory, based on location or feature and click Next
5. Maximize the Find Printers window by clicking the maximize button at top right
6. Click on the Location column heading to sort the printers by location
7. Find your printer and double-click it. You can also search for your printer by sorting by Name (ESN), Model, etc.
8. Wait (may take several minutes) while printer is being installed
9. Click Next on the screen stating You've successfully added...
10. If presented with the option and you want to make this your default printer, click to put a check mark beside Set as the Default Printer
11. Click Print a test page to ensure you can print
12. Click Finish and your printer should now be functional

Additional Information

In general, printer defaults are set to lower printing costs and select environmentally responsible options. For example, if duplexing is available on a printer, it is enabled. In most cases, color printers are set to print in black and white by default. If a department wishes the defaults to be changed for the entire department, or if a feature is not configured correctly (e.g. duplex printing, incorrect feeder trays, etc.), complete a Printer Installation Request. Complete the form as if you are requesting a new printer installation and place the specifics of your change request in the comments field.

To change these defaults for an individual computer, follow these steps:

1. Click the Start button, type devices and printers and press Enter
2. Right-click on the printer's icon and click Printer properties
3. Click the Preferences button and change the defaults as necessary
4. Click Apply / OK / OK  to save your changes