How to install the printer driver

If you have purchased a new printer and would like to get it up and running, you will first need to download and install the printer driver for your model.

Nowadays, many computers do the search for suitable drivers on their own. The computer recognizes which printer has been connected and searches for the printer drivers on its own from the Internet and installs them. You can then put your printer into operation without any action on your part.

Install printer drivers via Device Manager

If Windows should not automatically install or update the printer drivers, the Device Manager offers a quick remedy.

1. Right-click the Windows icon at the bottom left of your taskbar.
2. Now open the "Device Manager" entry.
3. Either under "Ports" or under "USB Controller" you will find your printer. The prerequisite is that your printer is recognized.
4. Right-click the entry and select "Update Driver". Now follow the instructions.

Download drivers from the manufacturer

If the printer is not set up correctly either when you connect it or via the Device Manager, install the printer drivers directly from the manufacturer:

1. Open your browser and enter the manufacturer and model name of your printer. If you do not find a specific hit to your printer, search only for the manufacturer.
2. Visit them homepage of the manufacturer and look for a menu item "Download" or "Drivers". There you usually have a list of all available printer models, from which you pick out your device.
3. You should now have a page in front of you, where you have several download options for your printer. Select the printer driver, download and install it. Your printer should now be usable and properly mounted.