How to Setup the CloudPRNT Plugin for WooCommerce

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Introduction

This application note provides instructions for installing the Star CloudPRNT Plugin for WooCommerce.

Supported Printers: mC-Label Series, mC-Print Series, SP700, TSP100IV, TSP650II, TSP700II, TSP800II
Supported Interfaces: CloudPRNT, Ethernet (LAN), Wi-Fi
Supported Environments: Web (OS independent)

Before you begin

The link to download the Plugin from GitHub for new customers can be found HERE.

Important! The CloudPRNT plugin for WooCommerce is no longer officially supported. While it may still function, some adjustments may be required for proper operation. While there is no direct replacement for the CloudPRNT plugin for WooCommerce, an alternative option is StarIO.Online. If you are interested in learning more, you can visit the webpage and start a free 90 day trial HERE.

Install and activate the Star CloudPRNT Plugin for WooCommerce

1. Go to the WordPress admin control panel and open Settings. Click on the link for Star CloudPRNT for WooCommerce.

2. A unique Server URL will be provided that needs to be copied.

3. Connect the Star printer to the network and perform a self-test to get the IP Address.
How to Perform a Hardware Self-Test on Star Printers

4. Open a browser on any device, enter the printer’s IP Address in the browser address bar and click Login on the Network Utility Page.

5. Log in with the following credentials and click Sign in:

Username: root
Password: public

Note: It is recommended to change these credentials for increased security. If you do, take note and safeguard the new credential for future web UI access. If the above credentials are not accepted, the network interface requires a reset. Use the following article to do so: How to Reset the Network Interface of an Ethernet (LAN) or Wi-Fi Printer

6. Click CloudPRNT.

7. Set CloudPRNT Service to Enable. Copy the URL provided by your point-of-sale or software provider and paste it in the Server URL field.

Set the Polling Time to 5 seconds. Click Submit.

8. Confirm the information entered and click Save.

9. Select Save -> Configuration Printing -> Restart device and click Execute.

10. A new page will appear confirming the changes were successful, close the browser while the printer reboots.

11. Once the printer has rebooted, go back to the Star CloudPRNT settings page in WooCommerce and refresh it. You will notice your printer will be populated in the printer list which means your printer is now setup and ready to use. Enable the CloudPRNT service and click Save Changes.

Congratulations! You have successfully setup Star CloudPRNT for WooCommerce.

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