quoting some unattributed authors, and I didn't keep prior messages to figure it out: >>>>> When I go to "631" it offers me the chance to add a printer; when I have >>>>> input the details on the first page, I get a small square with a "down >>>>> button" asking for the device. >>>>> What do I put in there - it doesn't seem to accept any key that I press? >>>> It is a list that you choose from: >>>> AppleSocket/HP JetDirect >>>> Internet Printing Protocol (http) >>>> . >>>> >>>> You choose the Device protocol you want to use. In your case: >>>> LPD/LPR Host Printer might be a good choice. >>> But it's a very small square - and there is nothing in it. Clicking on >>> the down button doesn't do anything, and it won't accept any input from >>> me. I'm wondering what browser is being used, whether it's not displaying the page properly? At this stage you're not even looking at what sort of printer will be configured, but how a printer will be connected (direct, through a network, what sort of network, etc). You'll get the same items in that list, regardless of what printer you have, or even if there is no printer. -- Don't send private replies to my address, the mailbox is ignored. I read messages from the public lists.