How can I connect 2 printers to 2 Macs using ethernet? I'm using 2 iMacs (Mojave OS) and 2 Xerox Phaser printers. I want to be able to print to either printer from either computer. Neither printer is wireless. Both have ethernet and USB ports but for some unknown reason, I prefer ethernet. Thank you in advance for your advice.
iMac 27", macOS 10.14
How are the computers access the Internet?
You can create a wired network using the router with the printers configured as network printers.
Your Xerox’s will need to connect via their IP address. You will need to research in their manual to locate how to find that info.
once you have the IP address google “OS X connect printer with IP address “ and you will find instructions.
Success! I can print to either printer from both computers. I didn't realize I could use my AirPort Extreme to create a network and include printers. I'm old-school, working with Macs since 1988. So much has changed over the years. I remember when changing the mouse required a reboot. And when Photoshop didn't have a "layers" feature. Thanks for your help!
I have an AirPort Extreme router. I will do a search for configuring network printers and let you know how it goes. Probably tomorrow. Thanks!
Miraculously, the IP addresses filled themselves in. Thanks for your help!
The ethernet cables worked great. Had to use very long ones. And now I know what "Bonjour" means! Thanks for your help.
Been a while since I have done this but just connect the printers to your router with ethernet cables, the Macs should find them.
Helps if the Printers are Bonjour aware.
multiple printers and computers
