NetPrint Setup and Use in Windows XP - TB3071

Overview

NetPrint allows you to print to specific MSU printers from anywhere in the world (when connected directly to the MSU Network or through MSU SSL VPN) using the Internet Printing Protocol (IPP). In order to use this service, steps must be taken to set up your computer to communicate with this protocol.

Instructions for Windows XP and Windows 2000 are shown below, and include a tool that will do some of the work for you. Instructions for other supported Windows operating systems are also included.

Once you have initially configured your computer to use NetPrint, you can skip to step 13 for instructions on how to print to the MSU Netprint printer you've set up.

Setup for Microsoft Windows XP and 2000 - Step 1

Install the printer.

Internet Explorer users click here to access the file needed. A window will pop up, asking you to choose what you wish to do. Select Run or Open.

Setup for Microsoft Windows XP and 2000 - Step 2

A security alert box similar to the one below will be displayed. Select Run or Yes.

Setup for Microsoft Windows XP and 2000 - Step 3

The NetPrint print driver installation program will start. A brief introduction of the program will be displayed. Click "Next" to proceed.

Setup for Microsoft Windows XP and 2000 - Step 4

You then will be taken to a window that explains the next step of the process.

Click "Next" to continue.

Setup for Microsoft Windows XP and 2000 - Step 5

You will be notified that files are being copied to your PC.

Setup for Microsoft Windows XP and 2000 - Step 6

After the files have been copied a window will appear. You need to select "Use the specified user account" and enter your MSU NetID and password.

Setup for Microsoft Windows XP and 2000 - Step 7

Note: If you enter an incorrect MSU NetID or password an error message similar to the one below will be displayed.

Setup for Microsoft Windows XP and 2000 - Step 8

The installation is now complete.

Setup for Windows Vista

Configuration instructions for Windows Vista can be found in Techbase article TB8796.

Setup for Microsoft Windows 95/98/ME

Microsoft has released an Internet Printing Client for most older versions of Windows. It is currently untested with NetPrint, and may or may not support the required features needed for use. The following information is provided for reference only, and is not guaranteed to work properly.

If you have success (or failure) with these tools, please provide feedback so that we can tailor our instructions to reflect the information.

Windows 95

Download the Internet Printing Client from Microsoft here

Windows 98

Download the Internet Printing Client from Microsoft here

Windows ME

Find instructions to download the Internet Printing Client from Microsoft here

HP LaserJet 8100 PCL

Find print drivers for this printer here

Other unsupported operating systems

NetPrint is built on the Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) standard, and will work with any IPP client that is able to support authentication and SSL.

Linux, Solaris, or other UNIX systems can use CUPS as an IPP client.

To use NetPrint with another operating system, or to set up NetPrint manually, you will need the following information:

Printer location: https://netprint.msu.edu:30443/printers/netprint

Printer type: HP Laserjet 8100 Series PC

Username: Your MSU NetID

Password: Your MSU NetID password

Print to MSU Netprint printer

1. Print your desired pages, selecting MSU Netprint as your printer
2. In your web browser, log into netprint.msu.edu with your MSUNet ID and password
3. Select the desired building and printer, then click Print next to the document you wish to print. You may need to purchase e-tokens if you do not have any.

Important Note: You must log into netprint.msu.edu within 15 minutes of sending the print job, to associate the print with your NetID. Failure to do this will result in the print being lost. Once it is associated, you can then select the appropriate printer from which to print.

Note: An E-token(s) is required for each printed side. A double-sided page with printing on the front and back requires twice the e-tokens as a single printed side.

What do I do if NetPrint won't install?

If you have trouble installing NetPrint, such as it stopping between steps five and six, please try the following:

• Go to the Start menu
• Select the Control Panel
• Select Printers and Faxes
• Go to the File menu
• Select Server Properties
• Select the Ports tab
• Highlight the entry labled "https://netprint.msu.edu:30443/printers/netprint"
• Click the Delete Port button
• Once deleted click OK
• You may then attempt to install NetPrint again

How do I change my password for NetPrint?

If you change your MSU NetID password you have to update your NetPrint client. To do that please use the following steps:

• Go to the Start menu
• Select the Control Panel
• Select Printers and Faxes
• Go to the File menu
• Select Server Properties
• Select the Ports tab
• Highlight the entry labeled "https://netprint.msu.edu:30443/printers/netprint"
Click Configure Port
• Enter your new password in the password field
• Click OK then click OK again to exit the properties screen

Your password is now changed successfully.

Off-campus printing

Currently, Netprint will only work for users who are on-campus or using the MSU SSL VPN. Users who are off-campus and do not have access to MSU SSL VPN, will not be able to print to the NetPrint printers.