How to Connect an Inkjet Printer to a Network

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.

Things You'll Need

  • computer
  • printer
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Instructions

    • 1

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

    • 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

      Open the printer's "Properties" tab. This can be done by right-clicking on the printer icon.

    • 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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