Used for Trouble: T-000024
1) Verify new printer connectivity
- Confirm printer is powered on and connected to network or USB
- Print network or status page to obtain current IP address
- Verify printer responds to ping if networked
2) Install correct printer driver
- Confirm driver matches the new printer model
- Remove old printer driver if no longer needed
- Install approved vendor driver only
3) Update printer definition in Windows
- Open Devices and Printers
- Create or update printer using the new IP or connection
- Set correct port and verify printer name
4) Update application printer configuration
- Open POS / CSC printer settings
- Reassign orders to the new printer definition
- Ensure old printer references are removed
5) Verify print language and profile
- Confirm correct print language (e.g. ESC/POS)
- Select correct printer profile in application
- Avoid default or generic profiles
6) Restart services
- Restart Windows Print Spooler
- Restart POS / CSC application services
- Allow services to fully initialize
7) Test printing
- Print Windows test page
- Send a live test order
- Confirm orders print correctly
8) Escalation check
- If printing still fails:
- Review application logs
- Verify printer initialization requirements
- Escalate to application or hardware support