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How to Manually Add a Printer via IP Address on macOS

james wei 2025-07-08 11:15:37
This guide provides a step-by-step process for manually adding a network printer to a macOS device via IP address, specifically when automatic discovery (Bonjour) fails. It covers preparation on the host Mac (sharing the printer via Air Printer), configuring the client Mac (entering IP/queue details), and testing functionality. Troubleshooting tips address common issues like incorrect IP addresses, protocol mismatches, and driver installations.

How to Manually Add a Printer via IP Address on macOS

(Applicable when Bonjour discovery fails or for older routers without Bonjour(mDNS) support)


Air Printer - Printer Server
https://www.flyingbee.com/products/air-printer/

The printers shared by Air Printer support IPP and AirPrint protocols (which need to be manually enabled here).
If you are unable to automatically find the printer through Bonjour(mDNS), you can add a printer on your local network using the following method:

Step 1: Preparation (On the Host Mac Running Air Printer)

  • Open the Air Printer server and access its web admin page via the menu bar icon.
  • Locate the "URL" field (e.g., for a Canon MG2400 series):
    ipp://imac24.local.:9667/ipp/print/canon_mg2400_series
    ipp://10.0.0.13:9667/ipp/print/canon_mg2400_series
  • Copy this URL and share it with users who need to connect.

Step 2: Add Printer on Client Mac (macOS)

  1. Open System Settings
    • Go to Apple Menu > System Settings > Printers & Scanners.
    • Click "Add Printer, Scanner, or Fax…".
  2. Switch to IP Addition
    • In the "Add Printer" window, click the globe icon (IP tab).
  3. Fill in Printer Details
    • Address: Enter the host IP (e.g., 10.0.0.13:9667 or imac24.local.:9667).
    • Queue: Paste the path after ipp/ (e.g., ipp/print/canon_mg2400_series).
    • Name: Assign a recognizable name (e.g., Canon MG2400 Series).
    • Protocol: Select "Internet Printing Protocol (IPP)" from the dropdown.
  4. Install Driver (if prompted)
    • macOS may auto-detect the driver. If not:
      • Select "Generic PostScript Printer" or download the correct driver from the manufacturer’s website.
  5. Complete Addition
    • Click "Add" to save the printer to your system.

Step 3: Test Printing

  1. Open an image or document in Preview app(or any app).
  2. Press Cmd + P to open the print dialog.
  3. Select your newly added printer from the list.
  4. Click "Print" and verify successful output.

Troubleshooting Tips

🔴 If the printer isn’t detected:

  • Double-check the IP address and port number (default IPP port is 631 or 9667 for Air Printer).
  • Ensure the host Mac and client are on the same local network.
  • Temporarily disable firewalls/VPNs that might block IPP traffic.

🔴 For older printers:

  • Use "HP Jetdirect (Socket)" protocol if IPP fails (common for legacy devices).
  • Manually specify the driver during setup.

Need Help?


Due to some older routers not supporting the Bonjour(mDNS) protocol, the computer is unable to automatically locate the printer, this method can successfully add the printer to your computer for use.
Contact support: https://www.flyingbee.com/contact-us/

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