Cannot Register a Device Connected by Bonjour

When registering a device connected by Bonjour in macOS, the corresponding device may not be displayed in the [Add Printer] dialog.
If this happens, it could be due to a number of causes. Change settings as necessary by referring to each "Remedy."

Cause 1.

The settings of the device are incorrect
Remedy
Confirm that the Bonjour settings in the control panel of the device are enabled. For details, refer to the manual of the device.

Cause 2.

The network settings of macOS are incorrect
Remedy
Check whether the necessary settings have been configured in the network settings of macOS. If they have not been set, change the settings according to the following procedure.
(1) Open [System Settings] in macOS → click [Network] in the sidebar.
(2) Select [] > [Locations] > [Edit Locations], and configure the network environment.
(3) Click "Finder" in "Dock".
(4) Select [Finder] > [Settings] in the menu bar.
(5) Click the [General] tab in the [Finder Settings] dialog → select [Connected servers].

Cause 3.

The driver has not been installed correctly
Remedy
Reinstall the driver and register the device again.

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