README for cups 2.x.x
REQUIREMENTS
1. As of version 1.5 cups needs libusb to print to usb printers, the kernel
modules usblp is no longer supported.
The port installs /etc/modprobe.de/cups.conf to blacklist the module.
2. In order to have more printer drivers available, the installation of the
gutenprint port (formerly gimp-print) is recommended. HP DeskJet/LaserJet
users should install the hpcups port.
3. Build and install in the following order:
- cups
- ghostscript
- cups-filters
- gutenprint (optionally)
- hpcups (optionally)
Most common printers should be supported by the above configuration, if
NOT you must generate a PPD file (Postscript Printer Description) for your
printer:
1. Select your printer from http://www.linuxprinting.org/printer_list.cgi
2. Select a driver, be shure the driver is available within ghostscript.
You can see all drivers included in ghostscript with a 'gs -h'.
3. Download the PPD file for your printer.
4. Save the PPD file to /usr/share/cups/model/<name>.
5. Restart cups with '/etc/rc.d/cups restart'
PRE-INSTALL
POST-INSTALL
1. Remove the usblp kernel module before starting cups.
2. Configure your printer with the web-interface, http://localhost:631.
PRECAUTION
