How to Find the IP Address of Your WiFi Printer on Windows and Mac

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Every WiFi printer will have anIP addressassigned to it that will allow the printer to connect to your home or office network successfully. If you’re having issues printing to your WiFi printer, knowing the IP address can be helpful when you starttroubleshooting. It’s also useful to know the IP address if you need to install the printer on a different computer.

There are a few ways you can go about finding the IP address of your WiFi printer on your computer. If the printer has a display, you can usually get the IP address by printing a configuration page via the printer’s control panel.

If your printer doesn’t have a display, you’ll need to connect it to your Windows PC or Mac to find the IP address. Below are the steps you’ll need to take to find your printer’s IP address on Windows and macOS.

How to Find a Printer IP Address on a Windows PC

On a Windows PC, you can find your IP address via the Windows Control Panel, Command Prompt or via Windows Settings.

The Control Panel is a collection of tiny programs or applets that allow you to view and configure various Windows system settings. You can use the Control Panel to find your printer’s IP address in a few quick steps.

The Command Prompt in Windows is used to execute commands that automate tasks via scripts and batch files. The command-line interpreter app can also be used to troubleshoot or solve certain issues in Windows or perform advanced administrative functions.

If you can’t find your printer’s IP address via the Control Panel, you can use the Command Prompt instead.

Note: You can also find your printer’s IP address by checking for the 12-digit number that appears next to the printer’s physical or MAC address.

You can also find your printer’s IP address via the Windows Settings app.

How to Find a Printer IP Address on a Mac

You can find your printer’s IP address on a Mac via System Preferences, via connected devices on your router or online using the Common Unix Printing System (CUPS).

System Preferences on a Mac is where you personalize your Mac’s settings. You can use it to find your printer’s IP address using the steps below.

You can also find your printer’s IP address on a Mac via TCP/IP settings in the System Preferences menu.

Note: The information listed will be different depending on the router you’re using. However, you can check for words like connected device list, network map, network topology or similar terms.

CUPS is an open-source, modular printing system for UNIX-like operating systems that allow your computer to act like a print server. You can use CUPS to find your Mac’s IP address as follows.

Find a Printer’s IP Address Using Your Printer’s Built-in Menu

Your printer’s built-in menu is another method you can use to quickly find your printer’s IP address.

Note: For most printers, the steps below should help you find the IP address, but you can refer to your printer’s manual for exact instructions.

Note: If you don’t see the IP address, selectView wireless detailsand check for the IP address there. Some printers may use headings like WiFi Status, Network Status or TCP/IP.

How to Find a Printer’s IP Address Via the Network Configuration Page

If you’ve tried the above steps and still can’t find your printer’s IP address, you can go to the printer’s Settings or Setup page and print it from the network configuration page.

Note: The steps will vary depending on the make and model of your printer. For this guide, we used an HP Deskjet 2600 series printer.

Find Your Printer’s IP Address Easily

Now that you know how to find your printer’s IP address, you can set up your printer to your network or fix any connection issues you may be experiencing.

Elsie is a technology writer and editor with a special focus on Windows, Android and iOS. She writes about software, electronics and other tech subjects, her ultimate goal being to help people out with useful solutions to their daily tech issues in a simple, straightforward and unbiased style. She has a BCom degree in Marketing and currently pursuing her Masters in Communications and New Media.Read Elsie’s Full Bio

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