How To Find a Printer IP Address

What Is a Printer IP Address and Why Do You Need It?

A printer's IP address is the unique network location for your device. Think of it like a flat number inside your building. It lets computers send print jobs to the right place, open the embedded web server for settings, and confirm connectivity. You will use it for Printer IP address lookup, to check printer IP configuration, and when setting up mobile printing apps.

Where Can You Find the Printer IP Address on Windows or Mac?

Below are quick methods for Windows and macOS. Pick the path that suits your setup.

On Windows 10 or 11

1. Settings path: Open Settings > Bluetooth and devices > Printers and scanners. Select your printer > Printer properties. In Ports, look for a checked TCP IP port. The IP shows in the Description column.

    

1. Control Panel path: Control Panel > Devices and Printers. Right-click your printer > Printer properties > Ports tab. Note the IPv4 address beside the Standard TCP IP Port.

    

1. Command line path: If you know the printer name, open Command Prompt and run 
   Ping <printername> to reveal the resolved address, or arp -a to list devices, then match by MAC from the printer label or status page.

On macOS (Monterey, Ventura, Sonoma)

1. System Settings path: System Settings > Printers and Scanners. Select the printer. Look for Location or URL. If the printer shows as IPP or IPP Everywhere, click Options and Supplies, then Utility or General to view the address.

    

1. CUPS web interface: In Safari, visit http://localhost:631 if CUPS is enabled. Choose Printers, select your device, and read the Connection or Hostname fields.

    

1. Terminal path: Run lpstat -s to list printers, then dns-sd -G v4 <hostname>.local to resolve a Bonjour name to IPv4.

How Do You Check the Printer IP Address Directly on the Printer?

Most network printers show their address on the control panel.

1. Menu path: On the printer screen, open the Network or Wi-Fi settings. Look for TCP IP, IPv4, or Wireless Details. That answers where the IP address is on a printer.

    

1. Print a Network Configuration page: Many models let you print a status page from Reports or Information. It lists IPv4, subnet mask, gateway, and MAC. Great, how can I find my IP address for my printer when screens are minimal?

    

1. Embedded Web Server: If you already know part of the address, try the EWS. Type the suspected IP in a browser on the same network. If the printer page opens, the address is correct.

What to Do If You Cannot Find the Printer IP Address?

If none of the above works, the printer may not be on the network or the router is hiding details. Try these.

1. Check the router device list. Open your router admin page from a browser. Look for Connected devices or DHCP clients. You can often filter by device type or vendor name to find the printer IP address quickly.

    

1. Assign a static IP with a DHCP reservation. In the router, create a reservation for the printer’s MAC. This locks the printer to the same address. Fewer surprises when laptops try to reconnect.

    

1. Reconnect the printer to Wi Fi. Re-run the printer’s wireless setup. Ensure you choose the correct SSID and enter the password exactly. Many printers also support WPS by pressing the router’s WPS button and the printer’s Wi Fi button.

    

1. Disable VPNs and captive portals. Corporate VPN or guest networks can block discovery. Connect your laptop to the same home LAN as the printer.

    

1. Use a direct USB to reveal network info. Temporarily connect the printer by USB and install the official driver. Many utilities can then query and display the network address.

Conclusion

Finding a printer’s IP is straightforward once you know the right menu or settings page. On Windows, check Printer properties and Ports. On Mac, look in Printers and Scanners or CUPS. On the device, check the network settings or print a status page. Your router view is the final fallback. With these paths, you can handle different levels of complexity for printers and stay productive.