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Connecting Your Receipt Printer to Your PC/Laptop

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Supported Receipt Printers

Corksy integrates with two recommended standalone receipt printers:

  • Epson TM-T20III – Best for USB or Ethernet connections

  • Star TSP143IIIW – Best for WiFi connections

These printers work with PrintNode, allowing seamless receipt printing through the Corksy POS. You’ll need a desktop or laptop on-site to manage the connection.


How to Connect the Epson TM-T20III (Windows & Mac)

Windows

  1. Unbox and Connect the Printer

    • Plug the printer into a power outlet

    • Connect it to your computer via USB or Ethernet

  2. Install the Epson Driver

    • Download the TM-T20III Windows driver

    • Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions

  3. Confirm Installation

    • Open Control Panel > Devices and Printers

    • You should see “Epson TM-T20III” listed

Mac

  1. Connect the Printer

    • Plug it in and connect via USB or Ethernet

    • Turn the printer on

  2. Install the Epson Driver

    • Download the TM-T20III Mac driver from Epson Support

    • Run the installer and complete the setup

  3. Add the Printer to Mac

    • Go to System Settings > Printers & Scanners

    • Click the + button and select the Epson TM-T20III


How to Connect the Star TSP143IIIW (Windows & Mac)

Windows

  1. Power On and Enable WiFi

    • Plug in the printer and verify the WiFi light is on

  2. Connect to the Printer’s WiFi

    • Press and hold the PAIR button for 5 seconds

    • On your computer, join the printer’s temporary network (e.g., “TSP143IIIW-XXXX”)

    • Open a browser and go to 192.168.10.1

    • Enter your local WiFi credentials to connect the printer to your network

  3. Install the Star Driver

    • Download the TSP100 futurePRNT Windows driver from Star Micronics Support

    • Install the driver and complete setup

Mac

  1. Join the Printer’s WiFi Network

    • On your Mac, connect to the printer’s temporary WiFi (e.g., “TSP143IIIW-XXXX”)

    • Visit 192.168.10.1 in a browser

    • Enter your local WiFi credentials

  2. Install the Star Driver

  3. Add the Printer to Mac

    • Go to System Settings > Printers & Scanners

    • Click the + and select Star TSP143IIIW


Troubleshooting Printer Connection Issues

If your printer isn’t showing up or working on your laptop or desktop:

  1. Confirm all cables are securely connected (USB/Ethernet) or WiFi is active

  2. Restart the printer and your computer

  3. Make sure the correct driver is installed for your operating system

  4. If using WiFi, repeat the pairing process and reconnect to the correct network

  5. Check your system’s Printers or Devices settings to confirm the printer appears


Still need help?

Corksy can not provide support for connecting your printer to your computer.

If you're unable to complete the setup steps above, please contact your printer manufacturer directly:

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