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How to Correctly Set Up your Printer (Microsoft Windows Computers)

fixmytech — Wed, 17 May 2023 05:00:11 +0000

Get the right Driver

Installing a printer can be daunting at first however it’s actually quite simple. Microsoft directly supports most common printers and just plugging a printer in with a USB cable will get you basic printing functions very quickly.

However, basic functions are usually not enough and your printer might randomly stop working. We recommend using the full drivers from the manufacturer.
The full driver package will unlock all the features of your printer such as scan to email and advanced printing options.

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Where to get Printer Drivers

You can download the full drivers directly from the manufacturers websites. You will need to know your printer model number and what operating system you are using such as Windows 7, 10 or 11 or Apple mac version.
Just navigate to the printer model page under drivers and downloads and download the full driver directly from the manufacturer.

Your can use the links below to find the drivers for the most common printer brands.
Brother: https://support.brother.com/g/b/productsearch.aspx?c=au&lang=en
HP: https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers/printers
Epson: http://tech.epson.com.au/downloads/index.asp
Canon: https://www.canon.com.au/support

Most driver installers have a wizard which will guide you through the process. If you need help with this feel free to give us a call and we can set it up for you.

How do I connect my Printer to my Devices?

The two most common methods for connecting your printer are directly to a computer with a USB cable (Which cable do I need?) or you can connect the printer to your network.

A direct USB connection is best if you’re only going to be printing from one computer.

A network connection is best if you’d like to print from multiple devices.

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Direct USB Connection

A direct USB connection is the simplest and most reliable way to get your printer up and running but it will only work on the computer the cable is plugged into. In this case plug the USB cable (Which cable do I need?) into the port at the back of the printer and the other end into the computer you want to print from and that’s it. After installing the drivers you’re ready to go. This method is great but will only allow you to print from one computer.

If you used this method select “Direct Connection” if the driver installation wizard asks for your connection type.

Configuring a Network/Wireless Printer

Setting up a printer as a network printer is the best way to print from multiple devices. There are two ways to connect your printer to your network.

Connecting a network/ethernet cable from the port on the back of your printer to one of the available “LAN” ports on the back of your WIFI modem is the most reliable way to get your printer connected to the network.

If your printer is configured this way select “Network” if your Driver installation wizard asks you to specify the connection type.

Depending on the layout of your space, this method may mean running an ugly cable across the room. If this is the case we recommend using your wireless network (WIFI)

When configuring your printer using WIFI it is best to begin running the driver installation wizard as it will guide you through the process of adding your WIFI network to the printer.

If you choose to connect your printer wirelessly select “wireless” for your connection type if prompted by your driver installation wizard.

Which Cable do I need?

Some printers come with an included USB cable that allows you to connect the printer to your computer.

My printer did not include a USB cable

To connect a printer to your computer over USB you will need a USB type-A male to USB type-B male cable.

The back of your printer will have a port matching one of the highlighted ports below:

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If your printer has the port on the LEFT you need a:

USB type-A to type-B 2.0 Cable

If your printer has the port on the RIGHT you need a:

USB type-A to type-B 3.0 Cable

How do I know which Printers are Installed?

You can check which printers are installed on your computer by using the “Printers & scanners” settings page.

Use the search bar on your taskbar to search for “Printers & scanners”

Open up the printers and scanners setting page and you will reach a page similar to this one:

Here you can see a list of all the printers installed on your computer, your list will have different printers.

It’s a good idea to keep this list as tidy as possible by removing any old printers you’re not using anymore.
To do this left click on the printer you want to remove and press “Remove Device”

Some items in the list like “OneNote (desktop)” or “Microsoft Print to PDF” can be left in the list as they support additional features on your computer.

If you have a printer that is not working:

Remove the printer from the list
Restart your computer
Download and install the full driver by following the instructions from the top of this page

Or feel free to give us a call on 9016 5383 and we will be more than happy to give you a hand.

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Desktop computer repair in Melbourne

fixmytech — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:55:25 +0000

Bec in Caulfield had an old desktop computer which needed a computer repair. It would have been alot of time and money to refurbish it and it was over 7 years old. It made sense to get a new computer which would be reliable and transfer all the files and settings.

We sourced a new computer for her with very good specifications. The new computer was fast with lots of Memory. All of Bec’s files and settings were carefully copied to the new computer and the software was configured so everything worked like before except faster and with no bugs.

Our service for setting up a new computer is thorough. We make sure the new computer is fully configured with all of your programs, settings and files. This means when you sit down to use it for the first time, almost-all the annoying things have been taken care of. We also follow up with short telephone support sessions to explain and improve your computer. You might be interested in Desktop Computer Repair in Caulfield

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Set up new laptop in Caulfield and cloning of programs and data

fixmytech — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 22:13:53 +0000

David’s laptop wasn’t turning on, we assessed the laptop and found repair was going to be too costly so a replacement was organised.

The replacement laptop was configured as a clone of the old laptop so David could pick up where he left off and continue using his programs.

We commonly suggest cloning when setting up a new laptop as this ensures all programs and settings remain the same as the old laptop.

In some cases a clone is not possible so we manually configure the new laptops. We transfer the files and ensure everything is fully configured and works exactly as our clients would like. You might be interested in Run Windows on Mac Apple MAC repair in Melbourne

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Meet Ashan our Local Glen Waverley based Tech

fixmytech — Wed, 06 Jan 2021 21:37:29 +0000

Ashan joined the team last year and has many years experience supporting customers at their home and office.

Ashan is highly skilled and on-call to provide you expert I.T. services and support

Ashan Kumarage

Technician

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Fix Wifi problems at home

fixmytech — Tue, 09 Jun 2020 00:46:17 +0000

Residential client was seeking support for slow internet and wireless connection at his premises. The symptoms were:

Internet dropping out
WiFi running slow
VPN interfering with the internet connection.

The modem needed to be constantly restarted and was an inconvenience.

After a short investigation we installed powerline adapters and made the connection hard wired. The wireless proved to be unstable at this property. We also organised an NBN upgrade as the old DSL connection was obsolete.

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NBN internet support and fixing slow internet in Melbourne

fixmytech — Tue, 27 Nov 2018 23:23:38 +0000

We are NBN accredited advisors. This means we are well equipped to help you navigate your options when choosing an NBN provider. Fix My Tech provide unbiased advice as we are not affiliated with any particular internet provider. This means you can get good honest unbiased advice as to which internet provider to choose and we can help get you connected.

We are experts in networking and can ensure you have great internet connectivity throughout your property Whether it be business or residential our technicians will ensure you have the best possible internet at your property.

We perform a full site audit for all our clients before making any recommendations. If we uncover any weak spots where internet might be slow, we ensure its is attended to ensuring full coverage throughout your property. You might be interested in Meet Ashan our Local Glen Waverley based Tech

Choose us and see for yourself the quality of our workmanship and speedy customer service.

For more information and or for a quick telephone consultation feel free to call us now.

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On-site system setup and configuration

fixmytech — Wed, 05 Jul 2017 02:10:20 +0000

We come to you for your convenience. New computer? We will set it up for you, transfer your data across, setup your email and software, printers and other peripherals. We are thorough and leave no stone unturned. You might be interested in On-site computer support and repair

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On-site business internet tune-up

fixmytech — Thu, 29 Jun 2017 03:23:03 +0000

Wireless slow or weak signal? We can help. We can add a 400% improvement in wifi signal strength which will improve speed and reliability. We can also setup extra wifi networks for your guests to use so yours wont slow down. You might be interested in site system setup configuration

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