This article explains how to configure Apple printers using LaserWriter driver 8.5.1 or higher to print using LPR.

Note: Not all Apple printers support LPR printing.

• LaserWriter 8500
• LaserWriter 16/600 PS
• LaserWriter 12/640 PS
• Color LaserWriter 12/600 PS
• Color LaserWriter 12/660 PS

How to Configure IP printing

1. Launch the Desktop Printer Utility.
2. Select "Printer (LPR)" and click OK.
3. In the "PostScript Printer Description (PPD) File" section, click on "Change..." and select the PPD for your printer.
4. In the "LPR" section, click on "Change..." to bring up the Internet Printer window.
5. Enter the printer's IP address or domain name for "Printer Address".
6. Enter the queue name, if used. Otherwise, leave it blank.
7. Click on "Verify" to verify that the printer was found.
8. Click OK.
9. Go to the File menu and select "Save".
10. Enter a name and location for the desktop printer icon and click OK. The default name is the printer's IP address, and the default location is on the desktop.
11. Quit.