Adding a Printer to Jamf Pro

Jamf Pro Documentation 11.16.0
Solution
Application
Content Type
Technical Documentation
Utilities & Services
version
11.16.0
ft:locale
en-US
vrm_version
11.16.0
  1. In Jamf Pro, click Settings in the sidebar.
  2. In the Computer Management section, click Printers .
  3. Click New.
  4. Use the General pane to configure basic settings for the printer, including the display name and category.
  5. Click the Definition tab and specify information about the printer, including the CUPS name, device URI, and PPD file.

    To find the CUPS name of your printer, do the following:

    1. Open Terminal and enter cupsctl WebInterface=yes.
    2. In a web browser, navigate to http://localhost:631/printers.

      The CUPS names of printers installed on your system are listed under Queue Name.

    You can use the included generic postscript printer description (PPD) file in Jamf Pro, or upload your own PPD file. Many printers can use the generic PPD file for basic functionality, but most printers require a manufacturer-supplied PPD for full compatibility and feature support. Jamf recommends checking the manufacturer's website to see if there is a PPD file for the target printer. To upload your own PPD file, do the following:

    1. Deselect the Use generic PPD file checkbox.
    2. Click Upload PPD.
    3. Click Choose File and select your PPD file, then click Upload.
  6. (Optional) Click the Limitations tab and specify an operating system requirement.
  7. Click Save .