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Tablet Ordering - External Printer Compatibility & Setup (Ethernet)

Order Ahead on tablet can utilise external printers connected on the same network as the tablet via an Ethernet cable. We'll explain how below.

We primarily offer support for Star Micronics line of printers and compatible printers are listed below. Although a printer not listed below could work with the app, LoyLap provides no guarantee that all printers will work within the app.

Working Printers:
Star Micronics mC-Print3 Thermal Printer - Link

To connect the printer to your Tablet you'll need to follow the below steps:

1. Connect your printer to the same network as your tablet and turn on the printer. Once the cable is connected to the printer and the router, it should be online.

2. Open the Order Ahead app on tablet.

3. Tap the 3 dots in the top right of the home screen and select "Preferences"

4. Scroll down to "Printer Management" and select "Add a printer"

5. Select "Local Area Network" from the pop up. This will then find printers connected to the same network as the tablet.

6. Select your printer from the list presented.