Need some PC / IS tech support if anyone can help

[drakethib]

I have a printer plugged into my router but have no means to know what the IP address is for the printer.

Would anyone if there is a way to find this out?

 

[FireDancer]

I have a printer plugged into my router but have no means to know what the IP address is for the printer.

Would anyone if there is a way to find this out?

Do you know if the printer is getting it's IP dynamically though the router's DHCP server or if it is set static?

If it is getting it through DHCP you should be able to look at the address pool in the router and get the address. If you are using Windows you may be able to go into the control panel -> printers and faxes -> right click the printer in question -> select properties and go to the ports tab. If it is printing to a named IP port like IP_192.168.xxx.xxx that name should align with the printer's IP.

Most network printers have the ability to print a page with configuration information. Sometimes there is a small button close to the network card on the back sometimes you go through the menu system of the printer and find the communication or I/O menu.

Lastly, a network scanner can scan the entire network and give you all attached machines. Make sure the printer is on if you do this.

Good luck

 

[robertgp124]

Just to add on - if there is a way you can print a configuration page from the printer itself, it will sometimes tell you the IP address.

Once you've got that IP, if you know how, add it to the dhcp table on the router so that it will always stay the same.

 

[noladave]

all good suggestions.

Also, check the software that came with your printer. I have a HP laserjet, and the software that comes with it, will allow you to print everything - see below:

Configuration Page: The Configuration Page lists current settings and properties of the printer.

Supplies Page: The Supplies Page shows you the current status of the consumable supplies within your printer.

Menu Structure: The Menu Structure Page shows you the contents of the front panel menu.

Demo Page: The Demo Page allows you to view the capabilities of your printer.

Color Print Sample: The Color Print Sample sends a full page color print sample to your printer.

 

[G66]

I find the simplest solution to a PC problem is to buy a Mac

Sorry, I just couldn't resist. No ill will intended. Unfortunately, I have a foot planted firmly in both worlds. PC problems, I've had my share. In fact, I'm considering buying a cheap netbook with XP even though Steve tells me I don't want it. Hope the recommendations of the others help.

 

[dpuck1998]

Like the commercial we can't all afford 2000 for a mac when a 799 PC will do the same thing (Sorry had to get my jab in also, btw I'm typing this on a 2000 dollar mac)

All the above suggestions are excellent. The printer should be able to print a "config" page for you and it will list the IP address.

 

[FireDancer]

I think figuring out a printer IP is pretty OS agnostic. Unless of course your have a printer running OS X.

 

[drakethib]

Thanks for the help all.

I found an IP scan app that was helpfull as well.

Again, thanks !

 

[G66]

Glad to hear you got things working.

As an aside, Steve is right. I don't want a netbook. Shame on me for doubting him. Hopefully, he will tell me what I need to buy at the June event.

 

[drakethib]

Glad to hear you got things working.

As an aside, Steve is right. I don't want a netbook. Shame on me for doubting him. Hopefully, he will tell me what I need to buy at the June event.

Why no netbook.

Just wondering.

I dont have one but do have a Dell Inspiron 700m (couple of years old) but It is about the size of a netbook.

 

[G66]

I was tempted by a low cost Acer model they had at J&R for $239. By the time you add the sales tax it's $260-. I would also need to add some more (maybe 16-32 GB) flash memory, which is not as cheap as I initially thought it would be. So, now I'm over $300-. If you read the customer reviews on various sights you will find the quality is spotty at best and the support/customer service is virtually non-existent.

$300+ is real money that could be put toward a MacBook upgrade or a MacBook Air. I have had good luck with Apple referb products and you can save quite a bit. The referb Air starts at $999-. Not cheap, but performance wise a whole other league from a netbook. Who knows? If the rumors are true, maybe there will be an Apple tablet in the near future. I have a touch which is serviceable for limited internet searches and Twittering. I want something light to take on road trips that is not loaded with my personal documents should I be permanently separated from it.