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If your printer is attached directly to your computer, you should share it (the way you do it depends of your operating system). If your printer is connected directly to your network (WiFi or Ethernet) it should be properly configured.
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What must you turn on to share a printer with network users after first opening the sharing center?
PG 213, 1) Network Discovery, 2) File and Printer Sharing
Advantages of printer sharing in network?
There are several advantages of sharing a network printer. One advantage is a printer does not take up space at each person's workstation. Another benefit is not having the expense of buying multiple printers.
How do you network a USB printer to and Ethernet network?
No, you need a print server or you need to share the printer via a desktop computer in order to get connectivity over an Ethernet network with more than one client. Hook the USB printer to one of computers and turn printer sharing ON in the System Preferences/Sharing/Services menu on the computer the printer is hooked to. Then you should be able to see it in the Print Menu under Shared Printers on the other computers. The down side is you have to keep the USB Printer/Computer on all the time in order to print to it. The other computers won't see the printer if the USB Printer/Computer is asleep. Keyspan.com, etc... has both the print servers you could use but make sure you read which one you need. They both do it different ways for different printers and usage.
Why does my computer pause documents that have been sent to the printer?
It usually means the printer utility can't "find" the printer so it has paused the printing until it can see it. Either turn the printer on, hook the USB cable up or make sure you are on the same network node as the printer.
The printer queue is a representation of the printers input and output?
What it is basically is a line of people waiting, but those people are documents or what ever waiting for there turn to be printed.
How do you install a simple network in a business?
To set up a simple network, buy a router (wired or wireless). Connect the various computers you wish to be in the network to the router. You may also wish to turn on various services on the computers like file and printer sharing.
How do you use wired internet on your ipod touch?
If you have a Mac, plug the wire into it. Go to System Preferences>Sharing. Turn Internet Sharing on, and share your ethernet connection. Share it over Airport, and turn your Airport WiFi card on. Then connect to your network on your iPod.
A user calls to complain about a dialog box that appears on her screen every time she sends a job to the network printer How do you prevent the user from receiving these messages?
A. In the printer settings on the workstation, turn off notify B. In the printer settings on the workstation, change the spool settings to output in RAW format. C. Within the menu system on the printer, disable the default gateway. D. In the printer settings on the workstation, turn off the banner. E. In the File and Print sharing on the workstation, change the spool directory to a NTFS drive. Answer: b
How do you set up a wireless laser printer in your home office?
You first need to have a wireles network running fine. Once that is set up plug your printer into a surge protector and turn it on. Depending on the model you will need to go thru various steps to configure it.
I have created a ad hod network between a vista and an XP for games. the games work but how do I set it up for file sharing and printer sharing?
These are check boxes in the network properties for XP. In Vista, go to the Control Panel applet named Network and Sharing Center and you can turn these on/off.
How can i use my printer online?
To use your printer online, you'll need to make sure it is correctly connected to your computer or network, and its status is set to online. Here are general steps you can follow: Check Physical Connections: Ensure that your printer is properly connected to your computer or network. If it's a USB-connected printer, check the USB cable connection. For wireless printers, ensure they are connected to the correct Wi-Fi network. Power Cycle the Printer: Turn off your printer, wait for about 10 seconds, and then turn it back on. This can help refresh the printer's connection. Restart Your Computer: Sometimes, restarting your computer can resolve communication issues between the computer and the printer. Restart your computer and try printing again. Verify Printer Online Status: On your computer, go to the "Devices and Printers" or "Printers & Scanners" section (the location may vary based on your operating system). Locate your printer in the list. If it shows as "Offline," right-click on the printer and select "Use Printer Online" or a similar option. Clear Print Queue: Open the print queue on your computer and check for any pending print jobs. Clear the print queue to ensure there are no stuck print jobs preventing new ones. Reinstall Printer Drivers: Uninstall the printer drivers on your computer and reinstall them. Visit the printer manufacturer's website to download the latest drivers for your printer model. Update Firmware: Check if there are any firmware updates available for your printer. Updating the printer's firmware may address compatibility issues. Printer Spooler Service: Restart the Print Spooler service on your computer. Press Win + R, type "services.msc," find the Print Spooler service, right-click, and select "Restart." Check for Paper Jams or Error Messages: Inspect the printer for any paper jams or error messages. Resolve any issues found to ensure smooth printing. Firewall or Security Software: Check if your firewall or security software is blocking communication with the printer. Temporarily disable the firewall or adjust its settings to allow printer communication. Check Network Settings (For Network Printers): If your printer is on a network, ensure that it has the correct IP address and network settings. You may need to reconfigure the network settings if they are incorrect. After following these steps, your printer should be set to online, and you should be able to print documents. If the issue persists, you may want to contact the printer manufacturer's support or refer to the printer's manual for specific troubleshooting steps.
How do you you share iTunes?
you turn on your home share icon by clicking on advanced and then turn on home share
