Different versions of Windows install printers in different ways. It is assumed you are familiar with installing drivers of various types. However, here is an example for Windows XP driver installation:

Click on the Start button and find the "Printers and Faxes" option. Two formats are shown below: The top one is the "new" Windows XP look whereas the bottom one is the Windows "Classic" interface.

Click on the "Add a printer" option to start the process of installing a new printer.

The system will guide you selecting a port and a printer type. Generally you will need to select the printer manually not automatically and choose the printer name or driver suggested by the above table.