?️ Setting up Konica Minolta bizhub c301i on macOS
⚠️ Important: You must be connected to the PET VPN if you're on WiFi, otherwise the printer will not be reachable at its network IP.
✅ 1. Download the Driver
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Visit the official Konica Minolta Download Centre:
https://www.konicaminolta.eu/eu-en/support/download-centre -
Search for “bizhub c301i”.
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Select your model and go to the Drivers tab.
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Choose the correct macOS version (e.g. macOS 13–15).
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Download the driver package (usually a
dmgfile e.g.IT6PSMACOS_5213AMU.dmg).
? 2. Install the Driver
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Click on the downloaded
dmgfile. -
Run the included installer and follow the prompts.
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Restart your Mac if necessary.
? 3. Add the Printer (via Static IP)
While connected to PET VPN, follow these steps:
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Open System Settings > Printers & Scanners
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Click the “+” button to add a new printer
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Select the IP tab
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Enter the following values:
- Address:
128.130.140.133 - Protocol:
Internet Printing Protocol / IPP - Queue:
- Name:
PET Printer - Location:
FB0316A - Use: Click “Select Software…”, then search and choose the Konica Minolta C301i PS driver
- Address:
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Click Add
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The printer includes an external finisher (FS-539) which provides stapling functionality. Additional finishing options (stapling, trays, duplex unit, etc.) can be configured afterwards if needed.
? Notes
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Printer not showing up?
- Ensure PET VPN is running
- Make sure you're on the correct WiFi or Ethernet
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Need a test page?
- Go to Printers & Scanners, select the printer, and click Print Test Page
? Extra Reference
Full Konica Minolta Install Guide:
https://hightechofficesystems.com/KMBS/InstallGuide/bizhub_C361i_C301i_C251i_SIG.pdf
Getting the printer to work is easy. The coffee machine? Now that’s the real challenge.