IJ Reilly
Jul 24, 2004, 02:08 PM
This should be simple, but...
I'm trying to get an XP box on my ethernet network to recognize an HP LaserJet 5MP. Since this is Microsoft we're talking about, a wizard is invoked the moment you try to add a new printer. Unfortunately Mr. Wizard isn't doing his job. Confusingly, the wizard says if the printer isn't hooked up to a print server (it isn't) then it should be added as a local printer. When you try this, XP prompts you to select a port (parallel or serial). No option is provided for selecting a printer via ethernet. I can't add it as a network printer, either. It's not found.
Any suggestions?
I'm trying to get an XP box on my ethernet network to recognize an HP LaserJet 5MP. Since this is Microsoft we're talking about, a wizard is invoked the moment you try to add a new printer. Unfortunately Mr. Wizard isn't doing his job. Confusingly, the wizard says if the printer isn't hooked up to a print server (it isn't) then it should be added as a local printer. When you try this, XP prompts you to select a port (parallel or serial). No option is provided for selecting a printer via ethernet. I can't add it as a network printer, either. It's not found.
Any suggestions?
