How to Set Up a Computer As a Print Server

A computer that is connected to a Local Area Network (LAN), and also has a printer connected to it, can function as a print server to other computers on the network. When the computer is configured to be a print server, other computers on the network connect to it to send their print jobs through the computer with the printer connected to it. Set up a computer to be a print server by sharing your printer.

Instructions

1. Click the "Start" button in the lower-left corner of the screen.

2. Click "Devices and Printers."

3. Right-click the printer to share.

4. Click "Printer Properties."

5. Click "Sharing."

6. Click to place a check mark next to "Share this printer."

7. Optionally change the "Share name" of the printer.

8. Click "OK" to save and apply the settings. The computer is now a print server and is connectable on the network.