How do I Set Up an AS/400 Printer Connected to an HP Deskjet 812C Printer?

The IBM AS/400 series of printers can be installed on any computer. It merely needs one USB port to be able to function as your all-in one printer, scanner fax and copy machine. If you have run out of USB ports, and you already have a printer connected to your computer, you can use the USB input port on the already installed printer to send the printing jobs to the AS/400.

Instructions

1. Locate the USB port on both printers. You need the USB output on the AS/400, which is located on the rear, and the USB input port on the front of the HP 812C.

2. Connect the USB cable from the AS/400 to the HP 812C and make sure the HP printer is securely connected to the computer using its USB cable or serial port.

3. Click the "Start" button and "Control Panel" button to open the control panel. Click the "Add Printer" button on the left side of the control panel.

4. Click the "Add Local Printer" button and printer wizard will appear. Click the manufacturer of the new printer, "IBM," and the model, "AS/400."

5. Click "Next" and the printer will be installed onto your computer.

References

• Microsoft: Adding a Printer

Resources

• IBM: AS/400 Products