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Once you have verified the printer is connected to your WiFi or with Ethernet, you must determine its Local IP Address. Please follow the practices outlined in the Security Practices for Barcode Printers article to ensure your printer is properly secured on your network. If your printer is using WiFi- follow the instructions that came with your printer to get it connected to your organization’s WiFi network. Once your printer is ready, you should check to ensure it is connected to your network. However, not all printers are the same- check the included documentation that comes with your printer if you experience issues. Otherwise, your printer should calibrate the first time you send it a print. Your printer should feed one or a small number of labels, this is done to calibrate the printer to the labels you have installed. To check, press the "feed" button (if applicable). If your printer is not in a ready state, refer to the troubleshooting section of your printer's included instructions (if applicable). To determine if your printer is in a ready state, and ready to print labels, refer to your printer's included instructions. Load your label stock, and your resin ribbon (if applicable), connect your network cable (if applicable) and power cable. Unbox, and remove all shipping material that may be outside/inside your printer to ensure it is ready to use. For any changes you may make to your printer itself, such as print mode, speed, darkness, and direct thermal/thermal transfer mode, please refer to the instructions included with your printer.įirst, you will need to unbox and set up your printer.