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Efficient Network Printer Installation: Exploring Server-Based Solutions

Anonymous
2024-01-29T19:06:30+00:00

Today, a new network printer has arrived, and the technician has suggested installing the new printer on each user's computer. Are there more efficient methods available? Is it possible to install the printer from a server perspective, avoiding the need to reinstall it on every user's computer?

Any suggestions?

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  1. Anonymous
    2024-01-30T02:27:54+00:00

    Hello    oemSoft，

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community forum.

    There are more efficient methods available for installing a network printer. One option is to install the printer on a server and then share it with the users on the network. This way, users can simply connect to the shared printer on the server without needing to install it on their individual computers.

    To set up a shared printer on a server, follow these steps:

    1. Install the printer on the server. Make sure that you have the correct drivers for the printer.
    2. Share the printer. Right-click on the printer in the Printers and Devices window and select "Printer properties." Go to the "Sharing" tab and select "Share this printer." Give the printer a share name that is easy for users to remember.
    3. Add the shared printer to the users' computers. On each user's computer, go to the Printers and Devices window and select "Add a printer." Choose the option to add a network printer, then browse for the shared printer on the server. Once the printer is added, users can print to it as if it were directly connected to their computer.

    By using a server-based solution to install the printer, you can save time and effort by avoiding the need to install the printer on each individual computer. Additionally, this approach can help ensure that all users have access to the same printer settings and configurations, which can help improve consistency and reduce support issues.

    I hope the information above is helpful.

    If you have any question or concern, please feel free to let us know.

    Best Regards,

    Haijian Shan

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  2. Anonymous
    2024-02-22T21:22:54+00:00

    Based on following instructions, I still the need to setup the printer on each individual computer, correct?

    Thank you for any suggestions.

    “Add the shared printer to the users' computers. On each user's computer, go to the Printers and Devices window and select "Add a printer." Choose the option to add a network printer, then browse for the shared printer on the server. Once the printer is added, users can print to it as if it were directly connected to their computer.”

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  3. Anonymous
    2024-02-28T07:41:01+00:00

    Hello  oemSoft，

    Thank you for your reply.

    Yes, you are correct. Each user will still need to add the shared printer to their individual computer, but they will not need to install the printer drivers or configure the printer settings. This process is much simpler and quicker than installing the printer on each individual computer.

    Best Regards,

    Haijian Shan

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