Print Queue monitoring and notifications

GavC 5 Reputation points
2023-10-04T21:16:59.1166667+00:00

Hi All,

I am looking at using Print Management (printmanagement.msc) for monitoring my printer queues on my print servers.

I have setup custom filters on all my print servers that sends an email when a printer is anything but 'Ready' & has more than 1 print job waiting. The email notification works, BUT only when I am logged in & have Print Management open.

How can I have Print Management send these notifications when I am not logged in?

Thanks,

GC.

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  1. Karlie Weng 14,411 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
    2023-10-23T07:48:43.3133333+00:00

    Hello,

    I would recommend utilizing PowerShell scripts in conjunction with the Windows Task Scheduler for automated printer queue monitoring and email notifications, especially when you're not logged in.

    Regards,

    Karlie