openwrt 安装打印机驱动程序(安装打印机驱动程序至openwrt系统的步骤)

Introduction

OpenWrt is an open source Linux-based operating system commonly used on routers and other embedded devices. It is popular due to its flexibility and customization, allowing users to install various software packages including printer drivers. In this article, we will guide you on how to install printer drivers on OpenWrt.

Step 1: Check Printer Compatibility

The first step is to ensure that your printer is compatible with OpenWrt. Check the printer manufacturer's website for Linux compatibility information, and ensure that the printer driver supports your printer model and OpenWrt version. If available, download the Linux driver package for your printer.

Step 2: Connect the Printer

Next, connect the printer to the OpenWrt router via USB or Ethernet cable. Ensure that the printer is turned on and ready to receive jobs. Use the "lpinfo" command to confirm that OpenWrt has detected the printer. You can issue the command "lpinfo -v" to display the printer information.

Step 3: Install Cups

Cups - Common Unix Printing System is used as the printing system on OpenWrt. It enables printers to be connected to the network and allows printing from any device on the network. To install Cups, Enter the below command:

    opkg update
    opkg install cups cups-filters cups-usb

Step 4: Install Printer Driver

Now it is time to install the printer driver. If you have downloaded the .ppd file for your printer, you can install it using the below command:

    cd /tmp
    cp myprinterdriver.ppd /usr/share/cups/model
    lpinfo -m | grep myprintermanufacturer

The above command will install the driver and check whether it is installed correctly or not.

Step 5: Configure the Printer

After the driver is installed, it is time to configure the printer. Use the "lpadmin" command to add a new printer. The below command will add a new printer:

    lpadmin -p myprinter -E -v usb:/dev/usb/lp0 -m myprinter.ppd

In the above command, "-p" is the printer name, "-E" is to enable the printer, "-v" is to specify the printer device and "-m" is to specify the ppd file.

Step 6: Test the Printer

Finally, test the printer to confirm that it is working correctly. You can do this by printing a test page using the "lp" command. Use the below command to print a test page:

    lp -d myprinter /usr/share/cups/data/testprint

If the above test print was successful, your printer is working correctly with OpenWrt.

Conclusion

Installing printer drivers on OpenWrt may seem daunting at first, but with the right tools and instructions, it can be a seamless process. With Cups, OpenWrt users can easily connect their printers to the router and enjoy the flexibility of printing from any device on the network.