Chapter 2. Locally-connected Printer

2.1. Adding a Local Printer

To add a local printer, such as one attached through a parallel port or USB port on your computer, click the New button in the main Printer Configuration Tool window to display the window in Figure 2-1. Click Forward to proceed.

Figure 2-1. Adding a Printer

In the window shown in Figure 2-2, enter a unique name for the printer in the Name text field. The printer name cannot contain spaces and must begin with a letter. The printer name may contain letters, numbers, dashes (-), and underscores (_). Optionally, enter a short description for the printer, which can contain spaces.

Figure 2-2. Selecting a Queue Name

After clicking Forward, Figure 2-3 appears. Select Locally-connected from the Select a queue type menu, and select the device. The device is usually /dev/lp0 for a parallel printer or /dev/usb/lp0 for a USB printer. If no devices appear in the list, click Rescan devices to rescan the computer or click Custom device to specify it manually. Click Forward to continue.

Figure 2-3. Adding a Local Printer

Next, select the printer type. Refer to Section 8.1 Selecting the Printer Model and Finishing for details.