Connecting a Kyocera Printer

KB – Connecting a User to a Kyocera TASKalfa Printer (Windows)

Prereqs:

  • User knows printer model (e.g., TASKalfa 4054ci)

  • User has valid Job Accounting ID

  • Printer is on the network with a known IP address


Steps

  1. Download Driver

    • Get the latest KX Driver (.exe) from Kyocera’s official site.

    • Run the installer → choose Express Install (or Custom → Add by IP if needed).

  2. Check Port

    • In Devices & Printers → Printer Properties → Ports, ensure the printer uses a Standard TCP/IP Port with the correct IP (not WSD).

  3. Configure Job Accounting

    • Go to Printer Properties → Preferences → Job tab → Job Accounting.

    • Select Use specific account ID → enter user’s ID.

    • Apply and save.

  4. Test Printing

    • Print a test page from Printer Properties.

    • Confirm the job completes without “Illegal Account ID.”

  5. Finalize

    • Set printer as default (if needed).

    • Configure duplex/tray defaults under Printing Preferences.