When you connect the printer USB cable, macOS automatically installs and adds your printer to provide basic printing functionality.
Before you begin
Make sure an open USB port is available on your Mac. Do not use a USB hub or docking station to prevent power supply issues.
Procedure
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Click the Spotlight icon
, search for and open Software Update. Check for and install any available updates, and then restart your Mac.
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If you already connected the printer USB cable to your Mac, disconnect the USB cable.
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Click the Spotlight icon
, and then search for and open Printers & Scanners.
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If the printer name displays in the list, select it, click Remove Printer, Delete Printer, or the Remove button
, and then restart the Mac.
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Connect the printer USB cable to Mac, and then follow any prompts to set up the printer.
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From Printers & Scanners, look for the printer name in the list.
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If the printer name displays, the printer is ready to use. You are done.
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If the printer name does not display, click Add Printer, Scanner, or Fax or the Add button
, select the name of your printer, and then follow the prompts to finish the setup.