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How to Connect an Inkjet Printer to a Network

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Connecting an inkjet printer to a network can seem a confusing task - don’t worry. Follow these steps and you will learn to do it with ease.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • computer
  • printer
  1. Step 1

    Connect the printer to the computer using the appropriate cables. The installation wizard should appear to help you install the printer

  2. Step 2

    Once the printer is installed, open the “Printers and Faxes” folder. This can be found under “Printers and Hardware” in the control panel.

  3. Step 3

    Open the printer’s “Properties” tab. This can be done by right-clicking on the printer icon.

  4. Step 4

    Click on the “Sharing” tab. Click on “Share Name”, then "OK."

Tips & Warnings
  • Once the printer is available to a network, computers on the network will have to add it to their printers. This can be easily and quickly done in the Printer folder.
  • These are directions specifically for Windows XP. Other systems will have different directions.
  • The printer can also be installed manually if the installation wizard does not show up. This can be done under the “Install New Hardware” tab.
  • Make sure the network is secure and no one that is not approved has access to the printer.
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