Welcome to DodgePrint!
Getting started with DodgePrint is easier than ever. This guide will have you up and running in just 10 minutes.
📋 Prerequisites
Before you begin, ensure you have:
- Windows 10/11, macOS 10.15+, or Linux Ubuntu 18.04+
- At least 4GB RAM (8GB recommended)
- Network-connected printer
- Administrator privileges
⬇️ Step 1: Download and Install
- Visit our download page
- Select your operating system
- Download the installer
- Run the installer with administrator privileges
- Follow the installation wizard
⚙️ Step 2: Initial Configuration
After installation, launch DodgePrint and complete the setup wizard:
- License Activation: Enter your license key or start a free trial
- Network Setup: Configure your network settings
- Printer Discovery: Let DodgePrint automatically detect your printers
- User Account: Create your administrator account
🖨️ Step 3: Add Your First Printer
Adding printers to DodgePrint is straightforward:
- Navigate to Settings > Printers
- Click Add Printer
- Select your printer from the discovered devices
- Configure printer settings (paper sizes, quality, etc.)
- Test the connection
📄 Step 4: Your First Print Job
Ready to print? Here's how:
- Open any document in your favorite application
- Select Print from the File menu
- Choose your DodgePrint-managed printer
- Configure print settings as needed
- Click Print
📊 Step 5: Monitor Your Printing
DodgePrint provides comprehensive monitoring:
- Dashboard: View real-time print queue status
- Job History: Track completed and failed jobs
- Usage Reports: Monitor costs and usage patterns
- Alerts: Get notified of printer issues
🚀 Next Steps
Now that you're set up, explore these advanced features:
- Set up user accounts and permissions
- Configure print policies and restrictions
- Enable secure print release
- Set up automated reporting
Need help? Check out our documentation or contact support.