In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to install CUPS on Fedora Server. CUPS is a printing system that enables Unix-based operating systems to use printers. You can easily configure, manage, and print using CUPS.
Before installing CUPS, you will need:
Before installing CUPS, ensure your system is up-to-date by running the following command:
sudo dnf update
To install CUPS, run the following command in the terminal:
sudo dnf install cups
The command will prompt for a confirmation to install the package, press "y" to proceed.
Wait for the installation to complete, which should take a few minutes.
After installing CUPS, you need to start the CUPS service to manage and print files. Run the following command in your terminal:
sudo systemctl start cups
You can also set the CUPS service to start at system boot by running the following command:
sudo systemctl enable cups
CUPS's web interface enables you to configure, manage, and print on your printers. To access the web interface, use the following URL in your browser:
http://<server_ip>:631
In the URL, replace <server_ip> with your server IP.
Once you have accessed the CUPS web interface, you can configure your printer. Click on the "Administration" tab and select "Add Printer" to start the printer configuration process.
Follow the on-screen instructions to configure your printer. You may need to have the driver software provided by the printer manufacturer.
In summary, we have successfully installed CUPS on Fedora Server and configured printers. You can now use CUPS to print on your Fedora Server.
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