To assign an IP address to the printer, which component needs to be accessed?

Assigning an IP address to a printer typically requires accessing the settings interface of the printer itself. The settings section allows users to configure various network parameters, including the IP address. This is essential for ensuring that the printer can communicate on the network and be recognized by computers and other devices.

While the control panel can sometimes provide access to network configuration options, it often serves more as an interface for local printer operations rather than in-depth network settings. Print Manager primarily deals with managing print jobs and queues, and it does not provide access to the printer's network settings. Active Directory is focused on managing users and resources within a network but is not involved in the direct assignment or configuration of IP addresses for peripherals like printers. Therefore, the settings component is the correct area to access for assigning an IP address to the printer.