HughMA

Q: Connect to Apple AirPrint

Epson says my printer should automatically, wirelessly connect my iPhone 5 to Apple AirPrint.  It doesn't.  My iMac connects to the printer wirelessly. Why doesn't my phone?

iPhone 5, iOS 7

Posted on Jan 5, 2015 9:08 PM

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Q: Connect to Apple AirPrint

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  • by braden85,

    braden85 braden85 Jan 7, 2015 7:33 AM in response to HughMA
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    Jan 7, 2015 7:33 AM in response to HughMA

    Hey there HughMA,

     

    I understand that you have some questions about AirPrint and your printer. I have an article for you that should be able to help you address these issues:

     

    About AirPrint - Apple Support

    http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201311

    For best results

    • Make sure your software is up to date. For iOS, verify that your device is using the latest version of iOS available and that the app you're printing from is up to date. For OS X, Use Software Update to update OS X and apps you've purchased from the Mac App Store.
    • AirPrint printers connected to the USB port of an Apple AirPort Base Station or AirPort Time Capsule are not supported with AirPrint. Connect your AirPrint printer to your network using Wi-Fi, or connect it to a LAN port on your AirPort device using Ethernet.
    • Make sure that your AirPrint printer is connected to your network before attempting to print. Some AirPrint printers can take several minutes to join a network after being turned on.

     

    If you're unable to print

    Check these things if you are unable to print, or if you see the message "No AirPrint Printers Found."

    1. Make sure your printer has paper, and enough ink or toner installed.
    2. Make sure your printer is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your iOS device.
    3. Make sure your printer has power and is turned on. Try turning your printer off and then back on again to see if it resolves your issue.
    4. Check to see if your printer has any error lights or indicators displayed on the printer's control panel. Check the documentation that came with your printer to clear any errors displayed.
    5. Check with your printer's manufacturer to see if any firmware updates are available for your printer. Check your printer's documentation or contact the printer vendor for more information. A firmware update may be available, even if you just bought your printer.

    Thanks for using the Apple Support Communities!

     

    Cheers,

     

    Braden

  • by Ralph9430,

    Ralph9430 Ralph9430 Jan 7, 2015 7:50 AM in response to HughMA
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    Jan 7, 2015 7:50 AM in response to HughMA

    Your iMac does not use AirPrint but iOS devices require a printer that supportsairprint. Are you sure the printer supports AirPrint?

     

    About AirPrint - Apple Support