The IP address of a printer is a unique number assigned to your printer. The IP address is what you will use to configure it on a network and find it on your local network, once you have found its IP address. This guide will show you how to find the IP address of a printer using Windows 10 and macOS operating systems, or any operating system with Internet access for that matter.
Why do you need to know how to find a printer IP address? Having an IP address will help you connect with your new device and make sure that it’s working properly. Knowing an IP address can also come in handy when troubleshooting or resetting a networked computer or device if they ever go down and need repair.
The purpose of this article is to help people find their printer’s IP addresses as well as how they can change their default settings so that other people on their network can access them without having any issues accessing them from their computers or mobile devices.
HOW TO FIND A PRINTER’S IP ADDRESS ON WINDOWS 10
Finding the IP address of a printer on Windows 10 is a very simple process and can be done in a few different ways. We have listed some of the methods below with step-by-step instructions.
METHOD 1: VIA CONTROL PANEL
The Control panel is where all the settings of your computer are located. It also includes the settings for your printer including the IP address. Follow the steps below to find your printer’s IP address via Control Panel:
Step 1: Click the Start button, then go to the “Control Panel”. From there, select “Devices and Printers”.
Step 2: Right-click on the name of your printer and then select “Printer Properties”.
Step 3: In the window that opens up, click the “Ports tab” and then go to the “Ports tab>Configue Port”.
A new window will open up which will tell you what IP address has been assigned by your router/modem/gateway device to that printer model in particular!
METHOD 2: VIA COMMAND PROMPT
This method is for tech-savvy users who are familiar with using Command Prompt. Command Prompt is a text-based interface that allows you to enter commands to perform various tasks on your computer.
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Follow the steps below to find your printer’s IP address via Command Prompt:
Step 1: Open the Command Prompt by searching for it in the Windows Start menu, then right-click and select “Run as Administrator.”
Step 2: Type netstat -r and press Enter. This will show any information about your computer’s connection to a network (wired or wireless) as well as your printer’s IP.
HOW TO FIND A PRINTER IP ADDRESS ON MAC
If you’re using a Mac, the process for finding your printer’s IP address is a bit different. But don’t worry, it’s still very simple and can be done in a few different ways.
METHOD 1: VIA SYSTEM PREFERENCES
Just like the Control panel on the Windows operating system, the System Preferences is where you can find all the settings related to your Mac computer. Here are the steps you need to follow to find your printer’s IP address via System Preferences:
Step 1: Go to the Apple Menu and click on “System Preferences”.
Step 2: Click on “Printers & Scanners”.
Step 3: Select your printer from the left sidebar and your printer’s IP address will be listed next to “Location”.
METHOD 2: VIA CUPS WEBPAGE
The CUPS is a network printing service for Macs. CUPS stands for Common Unix Printing System, and it lets you share printers on your network and customize print options.
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Follow the steps below to identify a printer’s IP address via the CUPS webpage:
Step 1: Open a web browser (Like Safari) and go to the CUPS webpage (http://localhost:631/).
Step 2: Upon clicking “Printers”, a window will pop up saying that “Web Interface is disabled”
Step 3: Now open the terminal and type “cupsctl WebInterface=yes” and hit enter.
Step 4: Open the browser again and refresh it. A list of all of your printers will open up. You might see Printer’s IP address under the location heading.
If not, click on the printer which will open a new window. Look at the section named as “Connection” for the IP address. After all of this, you are suggested to shut it off for security concerns by typing type “cupsctl WebInterface=no” and pressing enter.
HOW TO FIND A PRINTER’S IP ADDRESS ON CHROMEBOOK
To find a printer’s IP address on a Chromebook, follow these steps:
Step 1: Open Settings> Advanced
Step 2: Once in the “Printer Settings” panel, or in some versions simply “Printers,” you will see a list of printers that are currently installed.
Step 3: Double-click on the name of your printer in order to see its details and configuration options.
HOW TO FIND A PRINTER’S IP ADDRESS VIA PRINTER’S MENU
This is one of the simplest methods to find your printer’s IP address. Many printers these days come with a built-in display or control panel from which you can access various settings, including the IP address.
Here are the steps to follow:
Step 1: Turn on the printer by holding down the power button. The printer will boot up and present a menu on its LCD screen. If not, press the Home button to show it.
Step 2: Navigate through the menu options until you find an option labelled “Network Settings”, “Network Setup” or “Wireless Settings” depending upon your printer.
Step 3: Select this option, and you’ll be able to find your printer’s IP address in the next window, which is normally at the top border.
HOW TO FIND A PRINTER’S IP ADDRESS FROM ROUTER
One may also find their printer’s IP address by logging into the router’s web interface. The process may vary depending on the router you’re using, but in general, you can follow these steps:
Step 1: Open the computer’s web browser and type “192.168.1.1” in the address bar.
Step 2: You should be redirected to a login screen for your printer’s administration panel. Enter admin username and password.
Step 3: Look for a section called “Network” or “LAN” and click on it. This will open up a new window which displays all your devices connected to your network along with their IP addresses.
CONCLUSION
In this article, you’ve learned how to find a printer IP address. You should use this information to find the printers that are currently connected to your network, as well as those that have been previously used.
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