# The manual for the New ION Experience has been released.

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For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://manual.firstresonance.io/llms.txt). This page is also available as [Markdown](https://manual.firstresonance.io/features/barcode-labels/printing/server-based-barcode-printing-printnode.md).

## Overview

Server printing connects the ION app to your printers via an online service called PrintNode. Advantages include the following:

- _Simplified Configuration:_ PrintNode allows administrators to manage printer settings and configurations from a central server, reducing the need for individual client setups and thereby reducing the time it takes individuals to start printing barcodes.

- _Effortless Expansion:_ Adding new printers or users is straightforward, as configurations are managed server-side, facilitating growth without significant client-side changes.

- _Consistent Updates:_ Updates and maintenance can be applied centrally, ensuring all connected printers operate with the latest configurations.

This process requires configuring your printers, creating a PrintNode account, installing the PrintNode client, and entering an API key in your Org settings. You only need to set up the PrintNode client on the computer that will manage the printers once. If you prefer, you can also install the client on multiple computers to manage different parts of your printer fleet.

Please contact your First Resonance Customer Success manager or email [support@firstresonance.io](mailto:support@firstresonance.io) for details on activating the server printing option. You will not have access to this part of the setup until the First Resonance team has activated that option for you.

Please note that PrintNode is not a service sold or managed by First Resonance.

The integration available through the ION Marketplace is intended for non-ITAR use only. ITAR-regulated customers may use this integration solely upon acknowledging that no ITAR-controlled data will be transmitted, stored, or printed, including on barcode labels. First Resonance assumes no responsibility for any unauthorized inclusion or handling of ITAR-controlled information.

## Steps to Set Up

#### 1. Create a PrintNode Account

- Sign up at [PrintNode](https://www.printnode.com/).

- Start with a one-month free trial. A payment plan is available if you add your card.

#### 2. Install PrintNode Client

- Download and install the client on the machine that will manage the printers.

- Installation guides for different operating systems:

- [Windows](https://www.printnode.com/en/docs/installation#windows)
  - [Mac](https://www.printnode.com/en/docs/installation#mac)

- When running the client, you should see the list of printers under the printers tab.

#### 3. Set Up Printers

Ensure to set up printers on the computer that will run the PrintNode client.

#### Internet Connection:

- Obtain the printer's IP address by holding the feed and cancel buttons on the printer for 2 seconds and examining what’s printed out.

#### Windows Users:

- Follow this [Windows guide](https://supportcommunity.zebra.com/s/article/Adding-a-networked-Zebra-Printer-to-a-Windows-10-PC?language=en_US) to set up the printer over the network.

#### macOS Users:

- Follow the [macOS guide](https://www.printnode.com/en/docs/raw-printing-for-osx) to set up the printer. Ensure the printer is set as **RAW**, not Zebra.

- Note: The guide assumes a USB connection. For step 5, choose **Internet Printing Protocol** within Other Network Printers instead:

- Input the IP address in the format `ipp://<printer-ip>/ipp/print` e.g. `ipp://192.168.1.111/ipp/print`

- Follow the rest of the guide, ensuring to select **RAW** for the Make, not **Zebra**.

#### 5. Obtain API Key

- Go to your API keys page, log in, and find your API key.

#### 6. Configure ION App

- Navigate to **Organization** in the sidebar.

- Scroll down to the Barcode Labels section.

- Check "Use Print Server" and enter your PrintNode API key.

Once these steps are completed, server-based printing will be enabled in your ION app across all pages.