Things You'll Need:
- Wireless printer adapter (if needed)
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Step 1
Check the manual that came with your printer to determine if it has built-in wireless capabilities. Acquire a wireless printer adapter if the printer does not have a built-in wireless device.
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Step 2
Connect the wireless adapter into the USB port on the printer. Access one of the computers connected to your wireless network.
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Step 3
Open the Start menu and click "Control Panel." Scroll down and click the "Network and Sharing Center" icon.
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Step 4
Scroll to the bottom of the window and click "Printer Sharing." Click the "Turn on Printer Sharing" radio button. Click the "Apply" button to save the change.
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Step 5
Select the "View Computers and Devices" link at the upper-left corner of the window. Click the "Add a Printer" button at the top of the screen.
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Step 6
Choose the "Add a wireless printer" option and click "Next." Click the name of the printer from the list of available wireless devices. Click "Next."
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Step 7
Click "Finish" to connect the computer to the wireless printer. Repeat the setup process on any other computers on the network that need access to the printer.
