Introduction

This document explains how to connect to the IP printers in the Open Access Labs from the dorms or from off campus through the use of VPN. This method of printing is a replacement for XPRINT for the Math Labs. Currently, IP printing is supported in Blocker, SCC, WCL, and the Library Annex. Presently, only black-and-white, letter-size printing is available. The focus of this information is for Windows XP users.

Note:The Calclabs currently have a custom, internal method of printing to these printers.

Setting up IP Printing For Windows XP Using Internet Explorer

1. To connect to an OAL IP printer, go to the following web site (You must use Internet Explorer when setting up IP printing):
• http://oalinfo.tamu.edu/printers
2. After logging in with your NetID and password, a list of available printers appears. See Figure 1 for the list of printers.


Figure 1 - Printer List

3. Once you click the printer that you wish to connect, a new page appears. Click Connect in the left column under the section Printer Actions. See Figure 2. Note that this link only works in the Windows operating system. 




Figure 2 - Connect Button

4. A dialog box appears asking you if you wish to add a printer connection. Click Yes.
5. If a dialog box as shown in Figure 3 appears, enter the information requested in the following format:
• User Name: NetID@continuum.tamu.edu
• Password: Your NetID password


Figure 3 - Password Dialog Box

6. It might take a few moments for the printer to connect. Once connected, a message is displayed stating that the printer has been installed on your machine.
7. You are now connected to the OAL IP printer. It should now appear in the Printers and Faxes Settings.

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